ISO Container 2896: Re-Sealable IP 6m Long ISO Container

The 2896 container is designed as an industrial package type two (IP-2) in accordance with the IAEA TS-R- 1 (ST-1, revised) Regulations for the Safe Transport of Radioactive Materials, 1996 Edition.

Certification

Designed to ISO standards and approved as meeting the CSC requirements. Licensed by Croft Associates Ltd as an industrial package type two (IP-2), approval certificate number GB2896A/IP-96.

Description

The container, design number 2896, is a large volume reusable container for the transport of bulk quantities or large items of radioactive material that comply with the IAEA requirements regarding permissible contents within IP-2 packaging (such as LSA, SCO).

The container is constructed from mild steel and has a large single door at one end, fitted with a double seal system. The door is closed by a hydraulic closure system, and secured with a mechanical locking mechanism. The closure system can be manual (hand-operated pump) or powered with an air driver pump.

The container is finished inside and out with a durable paint finish for corrosion protection. The container floor incorporates anchorage points to suit a range of standard handling/tie-down equipment to suit customer needs.

Containment

ISO container, design number 2896, is a resealable containment vessel leak-tested on manufacture. The door is fitted with a double seal (incorporating an interspace) and a seal test point. The door seal can be leak tested in approximately 15 minutes.

Approved contents

Radioactive material categorised as low specific activity (LSA) and/or surface contaminated objects (SCO).

Variations

The container design can be varied to meet specific requirements, subject to a safety review. It can also be manufactured from other suitable materials such as stainless steel or corrosion resisting mild steel.