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3.3 Features. Watervaporproof bags shall have one or more of the following features
(see 6.4):
a. One or more double-seam heat seals; i.e., a horizontal seam joining a vertical seam at
any point other than at the open end or bottom of the bag.
b. One or more transparent inspection windows.
c. Gasketed holes for hold-down.
3.4 Construction. Bags shall be fabricated as specified in the contract or purchase order.
Only barrier material of a single manufacturer's designation shall be used in fabricating one bag.
The number of widths of barrier material shall be a minimum. Bags fabricated from more than
one width of barrier material shall have all seams, except side seams, parallel to the open end of
the bag. Seams parallel to the open end, but on opposite sides of the bag, shall not join a
common vertical seam within 2½ inches of each other.
3.5 Dimensions and tolerances. The length and width of bags shall be as specified in the
contract or purchase order. The width shall be measured from the inside edges of the side seams.
The length shall be measured from the inside edge of the bottom seam to the open edge of the
bag. Tolerances for the length and width of the bag shall be ± ¼ inch.
3.6 Seams. Seams shall be heat-sealed, uniform, and continuous. The width of all seams
shall be not less than ½ inch. Seams shall not exhibit delamination or separation of the barrier
material plies after heat-sealing. Each unit package of bags shall include a sheet legibly marked
with recommended heat-sealing conditions for continuous band and rotary, and jaw-type sealing
equipment.
3.7 Identification. Bags shall have identification markings made with water-resistant ink on
each outer side of the bag. The color and position of the printing is optional. Lettering shall be
upper case only and shall be not less than ¼ inch high. The following information shall be
included:
a. This specification number and revision letter.
b. Bag manufacturer's name and bag designation.
c. Month and year of bag fabrication.
d. Bag part number (if applicable).
e. Any special instructions required to ensure proper application of the bag.
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