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The C-17 MLG Shipping and Storage Container (CNU-694/E) is a sealed, welded aluminum, controlled breathing, reusable container. The container is engineered for the physical and environmental protection of the MLG during worldwide transportation and storage. The container consists of a base, mounting system, and completely removable cover equipped with the special features listed below. The structure for the base of this container is a new design that is composed of an I-beam skid structure with a modified version of our standard base extrusion welded to it. This provides the added structure necessary to support the MLG during impacts and also maintains the usability and functionality of standard base designs. The base includes forklift openings, humidity indicator, pressure equalizing valve (1.0 psi pressure/ 1.0 psi vacuum), document receptacle, and desiccant port for easy replacement of desiccant (controls dehumidification). A silicone rubber gasket and quick release cam-over-center latches create a water/air-tight seal at the base/cover interface. Container external dimensions are 96.9 inches length, 71.0 inches |
width, and 91.1 inches height. Container empty weight is 1735 pounds, and 5360 pounds with the MLG and loose parts in place.
An aluminum mounting system is integrated into the base skid that secures the MLG to the container base. The MLG is attached to the mounting system with three large high density polyethylene (HDPE) lined aluminum clamps with quick release handles that make loading and unloading easy and safe. In addition, there is a vertical frame that supports the MLG post; this also includes a fourth aluminum clamp that has a quick release handle and is HDPE lined. For the loose parts there are two boxes with closeable latching covers, one box is removable and one integrated into the base. There are no detachable parts on the container other than the container lid and removable parts box, which eliminates FOD risks. |
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