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Aim ........................................................................................................................2
Scope ....................................................................................................................2
Term definitions ...................................................................................................2
Regulations, guidelines, standards and legislations........................................3
Packaging at Bosch Rexroth...............................................................................3
5.1 General information on functions and usages of packaging ...............................3
5.2 Accessories ........................................................................................................5
5.3 Reusable packaging ...........................................................................................5
5.3.1 Standard packaging....................................................................................6
5.3.2 Customer packaging...................................................................................8
5.4 One way packaging ............................................................................................85.4.1 Standard packaging (transport packaging made of corrugated cardboard)8
5.4.2 Specific packaging......................................................................................9
5.5 Display packaging ............................................................................................18
6. Unit loads of reusable and one-way packaging ..............................................18
7. Information on environment and quality..........................................................20
7.1 Hazardous cargo ..............................................................................................20
7.2 Special requirements for wooden packaging materials ....................................22
7.3 Regulations on the use of materials .................................................................23
8. Corrosion prevention.........................................................................................23
9. Labelling regulations .........................................................................................25
10. Labelling and marking .......................................................................................26
11. Return and disposal of the packaging .............................................................28
12. Quality standards...............................................................................................29
13. Guarantee bond..................................................................................................29

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1. AimThe logistics guideline packaging manual is intended to inform about the use of
packaging. It is aiming at pointing out to the persons/ authorities in charge how to
package the goods in the most secure and best way.
At the same time it is:•

A support for purchasers in order to demonstrate to suppliers (e.g. inemerging markets) the use of correct packaging for supplies to BR,•

A teaching aid for BR dispatch departments in order to train associates.

2. Scope
This packaging manual is a recommendation for the Bosch Rexroth AG and its
different subsidiaries. If there are specific laws to observe in a country, thispackaging manual must be sensibly used. Holding companies are recommended toadopt this manual.
However, the application of this logistics guideline is not mandatory. As far as it waspossible, further support/ addresses are indicated in the following. BR/PUR-LOG
especially points out that the contents of the said guideline do not exempt thepersons/ authorities in charge from liability for damage, e.g. for defective packaging
or insufficient corrosion protection. The person/ authority in charge is also not
exempt from the duty of information about the applicable regulations for packaging
and means of packaging.

3. Term definitions
Term definitions are to be found in part 2 of the ZN 02101 “Labelling regulations for
packaging”.

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4. Regulations, guidelines, standards and legislations
Regulations, guidelines, standards and legislations about packaging can be found in
the "Logistics manual for suppliers of the Bosch Group".
The applicable import regulations for packaging/ packaging materials are containedin the "International Standard for Phyotsanitary Measures No 15" (ISPM).
(http://www.fao.org/Legal/treaties/004s-e.htm)
For applicable information on wood packaging see http://www.hpe.de

5. Packaging at Bosch Rexroth
Packaging

Accessories

5.1

Reusable
packaging

One-way
packagingStandard
packagingStandard
packaging

CustomerpackagingSpecific
packaging

Display
packaging

General information on functions and usages of packaging

Functions of packaging
The most important functions of packaging are the protective function, storing
function, and the loading and transporting function.
The protective function ensures that the products are protected from mechanical andenvironmental influences and from loss of content.

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The storing function of packaging guarantees that the packaging is designed in such a
way that the product can be simply, neatly and securely stored.
The loading and transporting function of a packaging ensures that the packaging canusually be easily, efficiently and securely moved.
Usages of packaging
The design and construction of the means of packaging and the inner attachment of
the packaged goods must be carried out taking into consideration the (static anddynamic) load during transport, handling, and storing as well as the economic
efficiency. The goods must usually be dispatched packaged according to its nature.
Packaging of sea cargo
The shipping units are suitable for sea cargo, i.e. they are space-saving considering
an favourable size/ weight ratio. The most suitable packaging must be chosen eachtime. The intactness of the goods considering the risks of transport must be
guaranteed with regards to outer mechanical and climatic influences as well as
corrosion during transport by sea and the following transport until arrival at thedestination, by rail, by truck, by inland waterways, by combined transport, during
several transfers and longer storages outside.
The design of the packaging must be such that it is suitable for loading by crane aswell as loading by floor trucks. Sizes and weight must be tailored sensibly to loading
space and load-carrying capacity of the means of transport and the lifting gears.
Packaging of air-cargo
Unless differently stated in an agreement, for transport of air cargo low-weight andspace-saving packaging must be used that still ensures the intactness of the goods
regarding outer mechanical and climatic influences as well as corrosion even during
post-transport and post-storage.

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Lists of cargo units
In international logistics, a cargo unit is the smallest unit of a consignment of goods.
A list of cargo units lists the cargo units on the delivery note.
Usually, the service providers and recipients receive a list of cargo units in addition
to the regulations for proper packaging processing. This form of lists of cargo units is
mandatory for the processing of a commission.

5.2

Accessories

The accessories are divided into five groups according to their nature andapplication.
Group

ExampleNotePlastic

PE bags and pouches

Reusable (no plastic
pouches)

Adhesive

LabelsResidue-free removal

Filling material

PadpacNo styrofoam or fillingmaterial
made of foodstuff(e.g.
maize chips), no packaging
foam

Strapping material

Steel/ plastic strap

Anti-tarnish paper

VCI–paper

5.3

Notes under point 8

Reusable packaging

Reusable packaging can be used several times and is usually used on a lend-returnbasis or is lent against payment of a deposit.

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5.3.1 Standard packaging
European exchange pallet(euro pallet)
European exchange pallets must be used in the internationally recognized sizes of1200 x 800 mm (euro pallet as per DIN 15146-part 2) and 1200 x 1000 mm(industrial pallet as per DIN 15141-part 4). Only in these cases is a optimum module
formation (as per DIN 55 520) and full utilization of the pallet guaranteed.
Mesh boxpallets

The also exchangeable mesh boxpallets (as per DIN 15155) have the basic size of1200 x 800 mm and thus enable an optimum stackability.
The flat and mesh box-pallets should meet the quality requirements of the „European
Pallet Association (EPAL)“.
Small load carriers (KLT, Kleinladungsträger)The KLT system is a uniform and modular system that can be mechanically andmanually operated. It is standardized to the basic size of 1200 x 800 (Euro) and 1200
x 1000 (ISO) and is an exchangeable system that is universally used.

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KLT - types used at Bosch Rexroth:Characteristic

VDA-C-KLT*

VDA-R-KLT

VDA-RL-KLT

VDA-F-KLT

KLT-design

double-walled

one-walled

one-walled

one-walled

Rigid/ foldable

rigid

rigid

rigid

foldable

Filling weight

up to 50 kg
compatiblebottomup to 20 kg
compatiblebottomup to 20 kg

up to 20 kg
compatiblebottomPictureBottomsmooth bottom* preferred type by Bosch Rexroth: VDA-C-KLT

Stackability

C-KLT 6428 module 600x400

Column ability to be stacked RL-KLT
with four-way flat pallet made ofwood, locking plate

The security during transport is only guaranteed if the container system is secured
form within, i.e. the KLT are offset stacked. Otherwise, it is recommended to strap
the KLT column.

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5.3.2 Customer packaging
Should the customers of Bosch Rexroth have special requirements for the usage of
packaging materials, these must be observed and carried out. In addition, thepackaging materials (e.g. the Volvo pallet) that are put at disposal by the customer
must be used.

5.4

One way packaging

One way packaging is generally only used for one single transport and are not filled
again.

5.4.1 Standard packaging (transport packaging made of corrugatedcardboard)
For transport packaging made of corrugated cardboard, standard sizes marked with
an “S” are specified with certain qualities.
There is a modular system of which the basic sizes are such that the packaging can
be stacked in a sea container.
Mat.
No.

Inner measuresin mm

Outer measuresin mm

Qualitymodel:

Additional creasingfor height in mm

S70

1100x730x940

1130x760x1000

2.96 BAA

Fefco 0201

750, 850

S60

1100x730x590

1130x760x650

2.96 BAA

Fefco 0201

550, 350

S50

745x550x468

760x565x500

2.91 BC

Fefco 0201

250, 350

S55

745x267x218

760x282x250

2.91 BC

Fefco 0201

S40

535x350x436

550x365x468

2.91 BC

Fefco 0201

350

S30

350x260x202

365x275x234

2.70 BC

Fefco 0201

150

S20

260x167x202

275x182x234

2.70 BC

Fefco 0201-

S15

172x127x212

182x137x234

1.40 C

Automatic bottom
Fefco 0711-

S10

172x127x95

182x137x117

1.40 C

Automatic bottom
Fefco 0711--

In addition, only in a few cases there is special packaging, which is generally tailoredto certain products. These are marked with an “X”.

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5.4.2 Specific packaging
The wood thickness of boxes, crates and carriages must be adjusted to the weight,
the sensitivity, the position of the gravity centre, and the value of the goods as wellas to the expected effects of transport, handling and storage.
For import and export consignments, one way pallets should be used.
1. BundlingType of equipment
Equipment that is not subject to damage by corrosion or mechanical effects, e.g.
pipes, pipelines, structural steel, steel constructions.
Construction
The bundling must be done:• with scantling clasps and locking screws;• With intermediate layers (threaded onto locking screw poles) made of boards
trimmed in parallel depending on the weight of the goods.
• The bottom pipe layer must be wedged outside.
• In between the salient screw heads, a batten must be nailed.
• The screws must be secured.
• If there is the danger of individual parts sliding out, the relevant securing
measures are to be taken (flat iron or sheets).
• In individual cases, bundling with steel straps or wires must be agreed uponwith the customer depending on the requirements.
Upper radial
bearing

SecuredscrewsIntermediatelayer

C- Profile

Marking twoat the side

Intermediate layers

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2. Carriages, scantling constructions, boardings
Type of equipment
Bulky equipment and container, heavy cargo units which are not endangered bymechanical or corrosive influences.
Construction• The construction can either be made of wood or metal.
• The packing units have to be fixed on the carriage with steel straps that are
lined with elastics , non-skid and screwed onto the carriage with locking
screws.
• Flange openings must be closed with sealing and blank flanges or closed witha cover if necessary.
• Constructions of carriages must not exceed the length and width of themeasures of the goods (B = DA).
• Containers and equipment with their own standing devices must be fitted witha strong wooden base as anti-skid measure.
Steel straps for
Fixing the wooden
corbels

ScanIntermediate layer ofartificial rubber
Full length
threaded free rods

Connecting pieces are to be turned
into the blind spot if possible in order
to avoid damage and save

Carriages, scantling constructions, boardings

3. Crates
Type of equipment
Equipment, devices and containers sensitive to corrosion that cannot be packed oncarriages, ladders, parts of stages and platforms, pre-fabricated pipelines as well as
moulded parts with small measures.

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Construction
Bottom• Longitudinal bottom runners, especially for shipments to the states of the CIS
and for container shipments, or lateral runners• Maximum distance between longitudinal runners 90 cm (runner-centre torunner-centre)• Bottom planks cross-nailed
Side walls:• Boarding of the side walls vertical, horizontal only if sensible; battens must be
inside• Distance between the boards not larger than the average board width
Cover:••

Longitudinal boards above the front and side parts recede by 5 mm; lateral
battens, compression wood of cover runs lateral and is supported at the bottomside
Board width 10 – 18 cm

The equipment must be securely fixed at the bottom with full-length bolts possibly
through the longitudinal runners or be wedged in such a way that they cannot comeout of the packaging. If parts are sensitive to rainwater and/ or soiling, the cover must
be made of plastic sheet.
If there is the danger of individual parts coming out of the packing unit, it must be
fully boarded at the front side. The labelling must be fixed on the plywood or
chipboard of the cargo units at the specified places. The layout of the runners andbottom runners is to be taken from the sketch.

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Fishplate frame

Minimum 24 mm

Longitudinal /leteral bottom runner
Front wall scantling bolted withlongitudinal runner
From 500 Kg onwards

Bottom boards

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4. Box with lining
Type of equipment
Equipment that is sensible to mechanical damage, subject to the risk of theft or loss,
pipes, pipe bends, flanges, fittings, tools, installation material
Construction
Same construction as crates but fully boarded; side walls must be lined withwaterproof bituminized paper with fabric insert or construction foils (UV-resistant) in
between the fishplate frame and the boarding. The cover construction must be
watertight and prevent the possible formation of a water pocket. From 500 kg
onwards, longitudinal runners must be bolted with the front scantlings. For theventilation of the box, the bituminized paper must be left out at same places in theangle which is created by a diagonal board and the fishplate frame.

Box walls lined with double tar paper
Fishplate frame

Minimum 24 mm

Minimum 24 mm

Front wall scantling bolted
with longitudinal runner
From 500 Kg
onwards

Bottom boards

Longitudinal /leteralbottom runnerBox with lining

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5. Boxes with alternative surface materials
Plywood box
Boxes made of 5-layer waterproof glued plywood with a minimum thickness of 12.5
mm. The frame construction must have a minimum thickness of 24 mm and must be
designed according to the weight and the specific characteristics of the goods to be
packaged. The lateral boards must be bolted with the longitudinal runners, thecompression wood of covers however, laterally. For the construction of the side andcover parts, the diagonal boards are only to be provided if needed. If the coverconsists of several sheets, the stacks must be sealed with permanently elastic
cement or a watertight board must be mounted.
The construction needs the approval of the customer.

Edge connection
Plywood sheets nailed/DottedCompression woodof coverSupport for compression
wood of cover
Both woods nailed with frame
construction
Bottom boards
Longitudinal / lateral bottom runner
Front wall scantling bolted
with longitudinal runnerLongitudinal runner

Plywood box

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6. Corrugated cardboard box for the shipment in containers of land and air
cargoType of equipment
Automotive aggregates, spare parts, electrical and electronic parts, homogenous
materials
Construction
The corrugated cardboard box must be of tested water-resistant corrugatedcardboard as per DIN 55 468 and a one-way flat wooden pallet. 2- and 3-foldcorrugated cardboards of at least the quality class 2.92 – 2.96 are to be used. The
corrugated cardboard box must be folded and protected from corrosion according to
the requirements of the customer.
The construction needs the approval of the customer.
7. Combination box made of corrugated cardboard
Box made of a wooden frame construction according to the construction of crates
using 3-fold corrugated heavy cardboard. It should be water-resistant and glued as
per DIN 55 468 and correspond at least to the quality classes 2.95 - 2.96.
The construction needs the approval of the customer.
8. Box with polyfoil insulation layer
Type of equipment
Sensitive mechanical equipment, simple electrical equipment, insulating material,
fireproof material, packaging period up to 12 months
Construction
The conservation is done by shrink-wrapping in polyfoil using drying agents and, if
necessary, corrosion prevention agents. The design of the boxes must allow good
ventilation. Otherwise the box must be design like a box with lining. The box must be
additionally labelled with “Packing unit contains drying agent”.
9. Box with insulation layer of aluminium multi-layer foilType of equipment
Electrical equipment such as switch cabinets, electric motors, sensitive mechanicalequipment: packaging period more than 12 months

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Construction
The construction is the same as for boxes with lining.
The conservation is done by shrink-wrapping in multi-layer aluminium foil using
drying agents. The indicators built into the insulation layer on request must be legible
from the outside. The openings must be closed with tiltable ventilation shutter.
The box must be additionally labelled with “Packing unit contains drying agent”.

box with lining

At the front or side, a window must
display a hygrometer

Material of insulation layer
Seam seal-welded

Drying agent corresponding to foil
surface and regulations by the
manufactures

Box with insulation layer of polyfoil/ aluminium multi-layer foil

10. Double box
Type of equipment
Goods that are especially sensitive to impact, shock or vibration, e.g. special
electrical or electrostatical equipment, computer, switch cabinets, laboratory
instruments
Construction
The construction of the box is the same as for a box with lining; in addition, it contains
floating packaging and padding according to weight and sensitivity. The conservation
is done by shrink-wrapping in aluminium multi-layer foil using drying agents.

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The construction must be agreed upon by the customer.
The inner box is to be made of plywood or an equivalent material. The material
thickness is 8-12 mm, depending on the weight of the product to be packaged. The
inner clasps and the frame battens must be dimensioned in such a way that fullstability of the inner box is ensured and deformation is not possible.
11. Cable reels
Type of equipment
Cable reels, larger than 1m³
Construction
Generally, only new or as good as new cable reels (KTG standard) are to be used.
Boarding of the cable reel using 20 mm boards with additional 2-fold steel strapping,
nailed and previously carefully conserved cable ends.
12. Built-in packaging
It is characteristic of built-in packaging that various packaging materials are attachedwithout bearing load in order to mechanically protect the actual product.
Type of equipment
Modules and system components whose nature ensures static stability.
Construction
The built-in packaging must be designed is such a way that it can be securelytransported when the packaged product is hoisted. The packaging must be designedwith devices (extension sleeves) for transport by floor trucks and with attaching
devices that allow for attaching lifting tackles (shackles, ropes, side arms).
13. Transport bottoms
Type of equipment
All materials that are shipped in containers until they reach their final destination

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Construction
Bottom• Longitudinal runners, on the inside at the head front-wall scantlings that arebolted with the runners• Maximum distance between longitudinal runners 90 cm (runner-centre torunner-centre)• Bottom is fully boarded• Lifting eye nut fixed in longitudinal direction and/ or steel-rope strops to pull
the bottom out of the container• The conservation is done by shrink-wrapping in aluminium multi-layer foilusing drying agents

5.5

Display packaging

Display packaging see part 3 of the packaging manual. (ZN 02102)

6. Unit loads of reusable and one-way packaging
A unit load is a load that is put together in such a way that the items or packages canbe handled, transported, stacked and stored as a unit.
If the unit load comprises of smaller containers (special or universal containers, KTL or
one-way packaging), these must comply with the standard measures of the pallet.
Ability of unit loads to be stacked

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Formation of unit loads
The basic size of the unit loads (1200 x 800 mm or 1200 x 1000 mm) must not be
exceeded by the goods and unit loads. The height of the entire unit load must notexceed 1000 mm.
The unit load must be transportable by floor trucks and automated vehicle systems.
Thus, the space in between the pallet feet must not be taken up by the securing
devices of the unit load. Unit loads must be secured in such a way that the transport
packaging cannot get out of place during transport. This can be ensured by using:• Shrink hoods• Plastic elastic straps• Shrink foils
Straps cutting into the cardboard packaging are not permissible. This can be avoided
by using edge protectors.
If something is taken out of the unit load, it must be ensured that the rest is stable.

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7. Information on environment and quality
7.1

Hazardous cargo

Hazardous cargo is material that poses a risk for humans, animals, or the public
safety and order when transported on public means of transport (road, rail,waterways, air traffic).
Guidelines for hazardous cargo
Means of transport

Regulation

Road traffic

ADR/ GGVSRail traffic

RID

Ocean shipping

IMDG-CodeAir traffic

ICA-TI or IATA-DGR-manual

Basically, hazardous goods must not be packaged as sub package. The regulations
on hazardous cargo must be strictly observed.
The materials to be delivered can only be filled into tested inner packaging (casks,
buckets, other containers). For all regulations, specific packaging requirements,
filling materials and bans on joint transportation must be observed.
In order to identify a substance, solution or an item with hazardous characteristics as
per the regulations on the transportation of hazardous cargo or to determine theconditions for a transportation (e.g. shipping ban, exemptions, means of shipping),
they must be classified.
They are classified by the substance characteristics which are, for example, stated in
the manufacturer’s security data sheets.
Classification
Substances are classified according to the following system:••••

UN number
Hazard class
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UN number
Substances, solutions or mixtures are assigned with a four-digit number worldwide
that is allocated by the UNO.
Hazard class
All hazardous goods are classified into hazard classes according to theircharacteristics. The classes indicate the main possible hazards (e.g. inflammable,
toxic or radioactive)
List of the hazard classes
Class

Designation

Examples1

Explosive substances and items with
explosives

not relevant*

2

Gases

Spray cans, acetylene, oxygen,nitrogen3

Inflammable liquid substances

Paint, solvents, fuel, alcohol

4.1

Inflammable liquid substances

Oil and solvent-containing waste, paintfilter

4.2

Self-igniting substances

Coal dust, soiled machine cleaning
cloths4.3

Substances that develop inflammablegases when in contact with water

Calcium-carbide

5.1

Substances causing inflammation

Hydrogen peroxide

5.2

Organic peroxides

Curing agents, adhesives

6.1

Toxic substances

Cyanide, isocyanate

6.2

Infectious substances

not relevant

7Radioactive substances

Ionization detectors

8

Caustic substances

Acids, bases, accumulators

9

Various hazardous substances anditems

Asbestos, PCB-capacitors, special oils

*generally not available at Bosch Rexroth

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Packaging group
Besides the classification in hazard classes, the largest part of the hazardous goods
is also classified in so-called packaging groups I, II, and III.

Degree of Danger

Packaging group I (X)For substances with great
hazard (very hazardous
substances)

Packaging group II (Y)For substances withmedium hazard(hazardous substances)

Packaging group III (Z)For substances withmedium hazard (lesshazardous substances)(X, Y, Z letters of efficiency of the packaging)

Classification code
In order to specifically define the hazard arising from a substance, each substancereceives an additional classification letter besides the already describedclassification.

7.2

Special requirements for wooden packaging materials

In the international trade with packaging material made of solid wood, thehytohygienic regulations of the IPPC (International Plant Protection Convention), a
sub-organization of the FOA (Food and Agriculture Organization of the UN) must be
observed. These regulations stipulate treatment with recognized processes which
comprise of heat treatment of at least 30 minutes with a core temperature of 56°C
and disinfection with methyl bromide. The packaging must be marked clearly with acorresponding label with an identification code which consists of the ISO countrycode, the regional code and a four-digit identification number.
The phytosanitary services or offices inform for which countries, from what time andto what extent the IPPC-standard applies.
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Regulations on the use of materials

Type

Recommendation - alternative

Materials to be avoided

Cardboards

Free of materials harmful to paper
production

with water-insoluble coating or
adhesives

Composites

not recommended

Wood

Untreated solid wood or plywood

Chipboards, coated or
varnished wood, wood wool

Plastics

PE, PP, PUR

PVC, PC, styrofoam chips

Anti-tarnish paper

VCI paper, which is proven to
be reusable together withpaper/cardboard

Incompatibly impregnated orsoaked paper (e.g.
bituminized, oiled and waxed
paper)

Banned materials
The cumulative concentration of lead, cadmium, mercury, and chromium (VI) in
packaging materials must not exceed the maximum permissible value of 100 ppm as
defined in the EU directive on packaging (94/62/EG).
[Bosch Rexroth, ZN 07950-01]
In addition, ZN 07950-12 is applicable for VCI-packaging (volatile corrosion
inhibitors).
A detailed list of declarable and banned substances is to be found in the Bosch
Rexroth ZN 07950- 12.

8. Corrosion prevention
Corrosion is the attack on and destruction of metallic materials by chemical orelectrochemical reactions with active substances of the environment. Corrosive
matters are those substances surrounding the part, affecting the material andcausing corrosion.
Conservation
Conservation must provide a temporarily restricted protection against detrimental
influences and thus preserve the state at the time the conservation was carried out.

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Only anti-corrosion agents that are approved by the department processengineering, environmental protection and industrial safety can be used.
Type, nature and time of the inner and outer conservation of parts, devices andequipment made of iron materials depend on• the subsequent treatment,• the subsequent application purpose,• the sensitivity of technical surfaces to corrosion and other detrimental
influences (dust, soiling etc)
• the storage conditions and duration,• the technical terms of delivery of the customer.
Anti-corrosion measures for individual parts
Anti-corrosion measures for individual parts are already carried out in the
manufacturing stage (e.g. by using corrosion-inhibiting coolant - and lubricant
additives during the processing). If this temporarily restricted protection (due to longthrough-put times of the parts) does not provide sufficient conservation, this will beachieved by using VCI paper, dewatering fluid or anti-corrosion oil. The VCI paper(Volatile Corrosion Inhibitor) is an inhibitor which inhibits or prevents chemical
reactions.
Usually, the corrosion protection is carried out with a primer coat on all outersurfaces of the device excluding lands (AB 01- 03.05). Parts that are immediately
assembled after manufacturing without any interim storage do not need to beconserved.
Parts that are especially sensitive to corrosion or are subject to long storage periods(e.g. stock parts) must be additionally protected with an anticorrosive paper with VCIactive substance or by shrink-wrapping and evaluation or shrink-fitting in water-vapour
tight plastic foils. Parts that have a reduced protection after a certain storage period
according to experience are treated with a subsequent conservation as a means ofprevention.
Abraded surfaces
Abraded surfaces (lands) of devices receive caps of special cardboard or plastic with
VCI active substance for protection.
Safety measures for aggregates
Aggregates are order-specific, complete equipment and are thus subject to inner andouter conservation after completion and final testing in accordance with orderspecifications and the customer regulations.

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Machines, switch-gear assemblies, electrical devices and all goods exposed tocorrosion must be shrink-wrapped in a largely water-vapour tight insulation layer
adding drying agents for a conservation period of at least 12 months. Materials for the
insulation layer are polyethylene foil and aluminium multi-layer foil. The foils must be
carefully and tightly sealed in order to create watertight or nearly water-vapour tightinsulation layers. The air within the insulation foil must be sucked off until the
insulation layer clings on to the product that needs to be protected. After testing thetightness, the insulation layer must be draped around the packing unit so that theremaining air can circulate within the insulation layer. The insulation layers must be
protected against pressure and abrasion from the inside and outside with suitable nonhygroscopic cushioning material.
Drying agent
The aim of using a drying agent is to create a closed system in which the relative air
humidity is reduced to less than 40% for the entire period of transport, handling andstorage since in this range no condensation takes place anymore.
The drying agent binds the water and reduces the relative air humidity to a targetedvalue.
The necessary number of drying agent units is calculated as per DIN 55474. The
drying agents can be purchased with 1/6, 1/3, ½, 1, 2, 4, 8, 16 or 32 units.
The drying agents must be placed in the upper part of the climate package so thatthey get sufficient air. Direct contact of the drying agents with the products must
always be avoided as the moist drying agent would only create corrosion. In addition,
it is sensible to use several smaller sachets of drying agent instead of few larger
ones as the surface of the available drying agents expands in order to absorb thewater.

9. Labelling regulations
Bar-coded label
The shipping pallets are labelled with one address sticker with bar code.
The place of the sticker must be clearly visible, right- and angular adjusted. The
distance should be 100 mm (+/- 50 mm) to the top of the pallet and to the lateral
edge.

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Central standard
The central standard “labelling regulations packaging” (ZN 02101), are described
specifications for Bosch Rexroth (see part 2 of the packaging manual).

10. Labelling and marking
Labelling of individual parts
All individual parts, even loose parts within a cargo unit must be separately labelled.
This labelling must be mentioned in the list of cargo units/ delivery note. The
contractor will be notified of our individual labelling along with our order or ourguidelines for the shipping procedure respectively.
Marking of the packing units
The packing units must either be marked with a sea watertight light-resistantcontrasting colour with the help of a stencil or with marking labels that are provided
by the customer. If the packing unit is marked with a stencil, the size of the lettering
depends on the measures of the package. Unpackaged parts and carriages must be
marked directly on the packing unit or on a plywood sheet. All packing units must be
marked on both longitudinal sides.
Marking regulations are created with reference to the order and are provided to thecontractor in time.

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Handling symbols
For the labelling of goods which must be handled in a particular way, international
symbols as per DIN 55 402 must be attached.

Protect from moisture

Fragile material

Centre of gravity

Fasten hereUp

Protect from heat

Electro staticallyrisky component

Permitted stackload

Hand hookprohibited

Do not damage
insulating layer

Symbols for hazardous cargo
The symbols for hazardous cargo are to be taken from the international code forhazardous cargo. The labelling is done according to the valid codes.

E
Explosive

T+
Very toxic

C
Caustic

T
Toxic

Xi
Irritant

F+
Highlyflammable

N
EnvironmentallyhazardousfFlammable

Xn
NoxiousO
Oxidising

Formulations andproducts
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Storage symbols
The following storage labels can be used unless order-related storage symbols are
specified.

Open-air groundCoveredwarehouse

Closedwarehouse

Closed, heatedwarehouse,minimum
temperature +8° C

Closed, heated,
air-conditioned
warehouse,minimum
temperature +8°
C, maximum air
humidity 65%

11. Return and disposal of the packaging
Basically, it is recommended to use re-usable packaging.
ReturnThe customer reserves the right to inspect the packaging at a sub-supplier without
any warning. In the case of an announced inspection, the packaging must not be
sealed so that the inner packaging can be checked. The positive inspection does notrelease the contractor from his duty to package the products duly and properly.
Disposal
One way packaging
The disposal of one-way packaging is part of the concluded supply agreement.
Reusable packaging:
It is recommended to use only absolutely functional re-usable packaging. If this is not
the case, it must be exchanged. In addition, it is advisable to use only clean
packaging.
The re-usable packaging must be administered in an inventory. The return of theempties is carried out via the pool for re-usable packaging.

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12. Quality standards
The establishment and certification of quality management systems at Bosch
Rexroth is done as per DIN EN ISO 9001:2000. It ensures large-scale measures thatclearly determine the entire procedures within BR that exceed the usual quality
assurance.
Furthermore, Bosch Rexroth has incorporated the ISO/TS 16949, which contains all
hitherto existing and published international quality standards and stipulations on aquality management system by the automotive sector. It is based on the ISO
9001:2000.
In addition, the quality management system audit VDA 6.1 is used at Bosch Rexroth.

13. Guarantee bond
The contractor guarantees Bosch Rexroth AG to package correctly complying withthe minimum requirements described in the manual as well as flawless quality of the
packaging material. For possible necessary deviations from these conditions, priorapproval by Bosch Rexroth must be given. The contractor is liable to the customer
for all damage arising from defective design of the packaging as well as from noncompliance with the minimum requirements.

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