What is Federal Supply Class 3815?

FSC 3815 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 3815) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Crane and Crane-Shovel Attachments.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 3815?

NSC 3815 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 3815 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Crane and Crane-Shovel Attachments.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 3815 in?

FSC 3815 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 38 which contains Construction, Mining, Excavating, and Highway Maintenance Equipment.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 3815 in?

NSC 3815is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 38 which contains Construction, Mining, Excavating, and Highway Maintenance Equipment.

What is a Roller Fairlead?

A Roller Fairlead (FAIRLEAD,ROLLER) is an item consisting of a framework with rollers (exclude flanged) fitted therein, so mounted as to provide an opening through which lines are passed. It is used to provide protection from chafing when oblique pull may occur, and/or to change direction of lines.

What is a Surface Ripping Tooth?

A Surface Ripping Tooth (TOOTH,SURFACE RIPPING) is an item designed to attach to the end of a tooth shank of a scarifier, excavator bucket, dipper, or the like, and forms the cutting or ripping edge. It is used on a variety of earth moving, construction, mining, excavating, and highway maintenance equipment for breaking the hard surface.

What is a Roller Fairlead Roller?

A Roller Fairlead Roller (ROLLER,ROLLER FAIRLEAD) is a cylindrical item with an essentially crowned face used for guiding or changing direction of ropes, cables, wires, bands or like items. The item may form part of a FAIRLEAD, ROLLER or FAIRLEAD, ROLLER AND SHEAVE or may be used as a separate item Excludes PULLEY, FLAT; PULLEY, GROOVE and PULLEY, CONE.

Crane and Crane-Shovel Attachments - United Kingdom (UK)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 3815

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 3815

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 38 Construction, Mining, Excavating, and Highway Maintenance Equipment

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 38 Construction, Mining, Excavating, and Highway Maintenance Equipment

Items Managed by United Kingdom (UK) - NCB is 99

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NSN Format for Crane and Crane-Shovel Attachments
Codified by United Kingdom

38	15	99	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 3815 refers to Crane and Crane-Shovel Attachments. This class is part of NATO Supply Group 38, which encompasses Construction, Mining, Excavating, and Highway Maintenance Equipment.

Crane and crane-shovel attachments are specialized equipment used in various industries, including construction, mining, and excavation. These attachments are designed to be used with cranes and crane-shovels to enhance their functionality and versatility.

Some common examples of crane and crane-shovel attachments include:

1. Grapples: These attachments are used for handling and moving bulk materials such as logs, rocks, and debris. They typically feature a set of jaws or tines that can be opened and closed to grip the materials securely.

2. Buckets: Crane and crane-shovel buckets are used for digging, scooping, and carrying materials such as soil, gravel, and sand. They come in various sizes and configurations to suit different applications.

3. Clamshell Buckets: These attachments consist of two hinged buckets that can be opened and closed like a clamshell. They are commonly used for dredging, excavation, and material handling in marine and construction projects.

4. Pallet Forks: Pallet forks are used for lifting and transporting palletized loads. They are commonly used in warehouses, construction sites, and logistics operations.

5. Jibs and Boom Extensions: These attachments are used to extend the reach and lifting capacity of cranes and crane-shovels. They are often used in applications where additional height or reach is required.

It is important to note that NATO Supply Class 3815 specifically focuses on the attachments used with cranes and crane-shovels. These attachments play a crucial role in enhancing the capabilities of these machines, allowing them to perform a wide range of tasks in construction, mining, excavating, and highway maintenance projects.

Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ) for Federal Supply Class 3815

Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Class 3815

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