NMFC: An Update (CONT’D FROM PAGE 10)
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ity) of various commodities. The research projects are always listed on the Classification Research Projects page. In addition, information on past and potential upcoming changes to the NMFC, can be found in the CCSB’s Public Docket Files. Any shipper or manufactur- er having an interest in these projects is encouraged to contact the CCSB at research@nmfta.org. • Inquiries regarding the National Motor Freight Classi- fication’s (NMFC’s) minimum packaging requirements, or the NMFC’s rules, including Item (Rule) 222, can be sent directly to me (Erin) at topper@nmfta.org. She graciously added, “If you need any additional infor- mation regarding these topics, don’t hesitate to ask.” The NMFC specifies minimum packaging requirements to ensure that goods are adequately protected and can be handled and stowed in a manner that is reasonably safe and practicable, and therefore can withstand the normal rigors of the less-than-truckload environment. Carriers im- pose packaging rules in exchange for accepting liability for the articles they transport. They reserve the right to refuse articles they consider inadequately packaged. In June, we informed you of the two subjects then on the docket regarding full-scale density-based classes and re-naming items, referenced above by Ms. Topper. More recently, a new proposal seeks to address interpretive issues regarding NMFC provisions containing the terms coin- or currency-operated/operating. They are updating the definition to include credit & debit card operation. All proposals to amend the NMFC are noted in a docket at least 30 days in advance of the public meeting where they will be considered by the CCSB. Anyone having an in- terest can attend these meetings and/or submit comments and information in writing. Mary Drain is the Director of Technical Services at Fibre Box Association (FBA). reach her at mdrain@fibrebox.org. AICC Opens Registration For New Webinar: Simply Controlling Color AICC, The Independent Packaging Association, has opened registration for Simply Controlling Color, a new webinar to be held Wednesday, October 28. This webi- nar will provide attendees with solutions by attacking the process scientifically, using technology and software, and removing subjectivity from the equation. Presenter Scott Miller, National Sales/Technical Director at BCM Inks, will discuss the challenges printers encounter when reproducing a spot color. He will also help partic- ipants learn simple steps to take when establishing and setting color targets, how to avoid confusion in the press room by accurately defining the color target, and why it is important to monitor and control color with technology. Registration for Simply Controlling Color is $250 for members. Visit www.AICCbox.org/Calendar for more.
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