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Military specifications and ASTM standards met by Lancs plastic film materials

At Lancs Industries, adherence to military and ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) specifications plays a critical role in the development and manufacturing of containment products used in hazardous environments. These standards are vital in ensuring the safety, performance, and durability of materials used across various applications, particularly in nuclear, industrial, and defense sectors.

What Are Military Specs?

Military specifications (commonly referred to as MIL-SPECs or MIL-STDs) are detailed guidelines developed by the U.S. Department of Defense to ensure that products and materials used in military applications meet specific criteria for performance, quality, and interoperability. These requirements are often more rigorous than those found in commercial settings. Materials used in containment, protective barriers, and personal protective equipment must meet standards for flame resistance, chemical resistance, durability, and compatibility with specialized hardware or systems. Lancs Industries ensures all materials—such as PVC, polyurethane, and polyethylene—are compliant with the relevant MIL-SPECs.

What Are ASTM Standards?

ASTM standards complement military specifications by providing a set of technical guidelines for testing and material characterization used across a wide array of industries. These include benchmarks for material thickness, tensile strength, thermal performance, and more. Lancs Industries utilizes ASTM standards to test and verify product quality, enabling engineers and procurement officers to rely on consistent and dependable containment solutions. Standards like ASTM D1593 for PVC film or ASTM D2103 for polyethylene film help establish trust in the longevity and safety of the products under high-stakes conditions.

How Lancs Industries Works with Military Specs and ASTM Standards

By prioritizing compliance with both military and ASTM standards, Lancs Industries ensures its containment solutions are capable of withstanding the extreme conditions they are designed for. This commitment reflects a broader company philosophy: to protect people and critical environments through the highest standards of material science and engineering. Whether the application is in a controlled nuclear environment, a military setting, or a high-risk industrial facility, customers can rely on Lancs Industries’ products to perform without compromise.

For professionals seeking high-integrity materials backed by proven specifications, Lancs Industries provides a resource-rich foundation of compliance, expertise, and reliability. The company's dedication to rigorous testing and specification alignment continues to drive innovation and safety across every containment product it produces.

FAQs: Military specifications and ASTM standards

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)

Polyurethane (PU)

Polyethylene (PE)

AA-55308: Cloth and Strip, Laminated or Coated, Vinyl Nylon or Polyester, High Strength, Flexible

NFPA 701: Fire Tests For Flame-Resistant Textiles and Films

Scope: These requirements apply to flame-resistant materials that are used extensively in the interior of buildings. In protective clothing for certain occupations and situations. And for protective outdoor coverings such as tarpaulins and tents. The flame-resistant requirements are not dependent on the type off treatment; however, where durability to laundering or weathering is claimed, the fabric or film is tested for flame resistance after being subjected to the applicable cleaning or exposure procedures.

QQ-C-40: Calking: Lead Wool and Lead Pig

L-P-375: Plastic Film, Flexible, Vinyl Chloride

MIL-DTL-24466: Polyethylene Bags, Sheet, and Tugin, Green

MIL-STD-2041: Control of Detrimental Materials

SS-507: Polyurethane Film

Scope: This speciation establishes the requirements for aromatic polyurethane film: unpigmented and yellow; non-glossy and glossy surfaces. This grade of polyurethane shall be classified as the thermoplastic elastomer and shall be designated by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) designation “EU”. Where used in this specification the term “film” refers both to polyurethane film and sheet less than 0.024 inches in thickness.

SS-481: PVC Bags, Tubing, and Sheet; Clear and Yellow

ASTM-D1593: Nonrigid PVC Film and Sheeting

Scope: this specification covers nonrigid PVC plastic film and sheeting in which the resin portion of the composition contains at least 90% vinyl chloride. The film and sheeting covered herein shall be 0.075 to 0.25 mm (3 to 10 mils) in thickness for film and greater than 0.25 mm in thickness for sheeting. The film and sheeting shall include the stabilizers and plasticizers necessary to meet the requirements of the specification.

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