leakproofness test

FAQ: What is the leakproofness test?

FAQ: What is the leakproofness test?

The Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) of the USDOT/PHMSA require most packagings used for the transport in commerce of a hazardous material (HazMat) to meet a DOT specification or a UN standard.  Some HazMat are subject to a packaging exception and…

Quick Take: Alternatives to the Leakproofness Test Method

Quick Take: Alternatives to the Leakproofness Test Method

The Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) of USDOT/PHMSA require certain packagings (mostly single and composite packagings intended for the transport of liquid hazardous materials) to undergo a leakproofness test prior to use or reuse. The requirements for the leakproofness test are…