Construction and Building Materials

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 56

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 56

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NSN Format for Construction and Building Materials

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FSC
Federal Supply Class
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FSG 56 Construction and Building Materials
FSG 56 Construction and Building Materials
Additional Information for Construction and Building Materials Additional Information for Construction and Building Materials

Understanding NATO Supply Group 56: Construction and Building Materials

What is NSG 56?

NATO Supply Group (NSG) 56, also known as Federal Supply Group (FSG) 56 in the United States, is a standardized classification system for a wide range of construction and building materials. It categorizes various materials used in the construction industry, providing a common language for communication, procurement, and logistics across different countries and organizations.

What does NSG 56 include?

NSG 56 encompasses a diverse array of materials essential for building construction and infrastructure projects. Here are some key categories within this group:

  • Mineral Construction Materials, Bulk (FSC 5610): This class covers bulk materials like sand, gravel, crushed stone, and aggregates used in concrete and asphalt production.
  • Tile, Brick, and Block (FSC 5620): This category focuses on various types of fired clay products, including bricks, concrete blocks, paving stones, and ceramic tiles.
  • Pipe and Conduit, Nonmetallic (FSC 5630): This class covers non-metallic pipes and conduits utilized for diverse applications like drainage, electrical wiring, and plumbing. Examples include PVC pipes, concrete pipes, and fiberglass conduits.
  • Wallboard, Building Paper, and Thermal Insulation Materials (FSC 5640): This category encompasses various materials employed for interior walls, ceilings, and building insulation. Examples include drywall, plywood panels, building paper, and insulation batts made of fiberglass, rockwool, or other materials.
  • Roofing and Siding Materials (FSC 5650): This class focuses on materials used for building exteriors, including roofing shingles, metal roofing sheets, and various types of siding materials like vinyl, wood, or fiber cement.
  • Fencing, Fences, Gates and Components (FSC 5660): This category covers various fencing materials and components used for perimeter security, privacy, or decorative purposes. Examples include chain link fencing, wooden fences, and metal gates.
  • Building Components, Prefabricated (FSC 5670): This class focuses on prefabricated building elements that are manufactured off-site and assembled on the construction site. Examples include wall panels, roof trusses, and prefabricated modular buildings.
  • Nonwood Construction Lumber and Related Materials (FSC 5675): This category covers construction lumber and related materials that are not made of wood, such as steel beams, concrete lintels, and metal decking.
  • Miscellaneous Construction Materials (FSC 5680): This class encompasses a broad range of miscellaneous construction materials that don't fall into the other specific categories. Examples include adhesives, sealants, fasteners, concrete admixtures, and various other construction supplies.

Benefits of using NSG 56:

  • Standardization: NSG 56 establishes a common language for the global construction industry, promoting clear communication and collaboration between different stakeholders involved in construction projects.
  • Efficient Procurement: Utilizing standardized classifications allows construction companies and other entities to efficiently search for and procure specific building materials based on their NSG and FSC codes, streamlining the procurement process.
  • Improved Data Sharing: NSG 56 facilitates standardized data exchange, enabling better information sharing about construction materials across different organizations, fostering transparency and collaboration within the construction sector.

Understanding NSG 56 classification helps individuals involved in the construction industry efficiently communicate, procure, and manage building materials, contributing to a streamlined and successful construction process

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Federal Supply Group 56 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Federal Supply Group 56

What is Federal Supply Group 56?
FSG 56 is the Federal Supply Group (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Group NSG 56) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Construction and Building Materials.
What is NATO Supply Classification Group 56?
NSG 56 is the NATO Supply Classification Group (also known as Federal Supply Group FSG 56 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Construction and Building Materials.
Which Federal Supply Classes are in FSG 56?
FSG 56 contains the following Federal Supply Classes (FSC) (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class [NSC]): 5615, 5640, 5680, 5670, 5675, 5660, 5650, 5610, 5620, 5630
Which NATO Supply Classification Classes are in NSG 56?
NSG 56 contains the following NATO Supply Classification Classes (NSC) (also known as Federal Supply Class [FSC] in the USA): 5615, 5640, 5680, 5670, 5675, 5660, 5650, 5610, 5620, 5630
When did the transition from Federal Supply Groups (FSG) to NATO Supply Groups (NSG) occur?
The transition from Federal Supply Groups (FSG) to NATO Supply Groups (NSG) occurred on January 1, 1997. This change was implemented to align the classification and coding systems used by NATO member countries for military supplies and equipment. Federal Supply Groups (FSG) are now obsolete.

Top 20 Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Group 56 Top 20 Supply Items Included in Federal Supply Group 56

What is a Thermal Insulation? 488 Items
A Thermal Insulation (INSULATION,THERMAL) is a loose mass of glass wool, mineral wool, vegetable fibers, or diatomaceous earth as originally processed without regard to form or dimensions, primarily designed as loose fill for offering resistance to the flow of heat. Do not use if a more specific item name exists. Excludes electrical insulating compounds and CORK STRIP.
What is a Thermal Insulation Sleeving? 4638 Items
A Thermal Insulation Sleeving (INSULATION SLEEVING,THERMAL) is a rigid or flexible item composed of one or more materials, having uniform inside and outside diameters in the entire length. It may be furnished in segments or split-round or full-round sections, composed of one or more layers. It is specifically designed to cover pipe, tubing, and like surfaces, to restrict the transfer of heat from the high temperature surface to the low temperature surface. It may also include protective coatings, jackets, attaching cement, attaching bands, and/or accessories, (excluding prefabricated components used in aircraft applications).Excludes INSULATION PIPE COVERING, THERMAL, AIRCRAFT.
What is a Weather Strip? 871 Items
A Weather Strip is a strip of material, or combination of materials used to cover or seal the joint of a door, window with sill, casing, or threshold to prevent the entrance of dust, rain, or drafts. Excludes NONMETALLIC ANGLE; NONMETALLIC CHANNEL; and NONMETALLIC SPECIAL SHAPED SECTION.
What is a Thermal Insulation Board? 767 Items
A Thermal Insulation Board (INSULATION BOARD,THERMAL) is an item identical in construction to INSULATION BLOCK, THERMAL except that it is supplied in lengths greater than 36 inches (914.4 mm). Excludes BUILDING BOARD (as modified). MILLBOARD, ASBESTOS; ASBESTOS SHEET, COMPRESSED; CORK SHEET; CORK AND RUBBERSHEET; and FIBERBOARD (as modified). See also INSULATION BLANKET, THERMAL.
What is a Thermal Insulation Blanket? 1949 Items
A Thermal Insulation Blanket (INSULATION BLANKET,THERMAL) is a flexible material composed of one or more kinds of fiber, with or without binder added, supplied in flat sheets or rolls. It may have a vapor barrier or reinforcing material such as paper, woven wire or other sheet material affixed to one or both sides. It is designed to provide resistance to the flow of heat, and must be rated for this use. Excludes insulation components prefabricated into definite shapes and sizes used in aircraft applications. Excludes INSULATION BLANKET,THERMAL,AIRCRAFT.
What is a Sound Controlling Board? 662 Items
A Sound Controlling Board is a light, rigid item composed of one or more kinds of granule and/or fiber with binder added, compressed to the desired density, and dried. It may be with or without surface coating and/or perforations or voids to be exposed to the noise area to entrap and dissipate sound energy, and is rated for this use. It is provided in lengths greater than 36 inches (914.4 mm).
What is a Sound Controlling Blanket? 622 Items
A Sound Controlling Blanket is a material composed of one or more kinds of fiber, with or without binder added, reinforced on one or both sides with various confining media suitably bound thereto. It is designed to entrap and dissipate sound energy, and must be rated for this use. See also INSULATION BLANKET, CABIN, AIRCRAFT.
What is a Thermal Insulation Pipe Fitting Covering? 593 Items
A Thermal Insulation Pipe Fitting Covering (INSULATION PIPE FITTING COVERING,THERMAL) is an item composed of one or more materials, molded, compressed and/or baked into a rigid covering of the proper shape and size for various standard pipe or tube fittings. It is specifically designed to restrict the transfer of heat or protect from low or high temperatures. The molds are cut in half lengthwise and may be furnished with protective coatings, jackets, attaching bands, and/or accessories for application, (excluding prefabricated components used in aircraft applications). Excludes INSULATION PIPE COVERING, THERMAL, AIRCRAFT.
What is a Structural Cellular Core Material? 625 Items
A Structural Cellular Core Material (CORE MATERIAL,CELLULAR,STRUCTURAL) is a light durable material having a cellular core of uniform geometric shapes. It is primarily used for, but not limited to, aircraft structure, such as fuselages, control surfaces, compartments, radomes, and the like. For items with a metallic or nonmetallic facing see PANEL, STRUCTURAL, AIRCRAFT.
What is a Structural Panel? 450 Items
A Structural Panel (PANEL,STRUCTURAL) is a flat sheet of sandwich construction, having a wood, formed plastic, or fiberglass core bonded to metallic or fiberglass facing material. It is primarily used for fabricating parts, such as floors, control surfaces, compartments, and the like. Excludes CORE MATERIAL, CELLULAR, STRUCTURAL.
What is a Swinging Metal Door? 381 Items
A Swinging Metal Door (DOOR,METAL,SWINGING) is a movable metal barrier, designed to close passageways by a swinging action, whereby security against fire, intrusion or theft and/or elements is provided. When open, it affords access or egress. For vehicular components see DOOR, VEHICULAR; DOOR, HATCH, VEHICLE; DOOR, AIRCRAFT; DOOR, METAL, MARINE, STRUCTURAL.
What is a Metal Grille? 541 Items
A Metal Grille (GRILLE,METAL) is a metal frame enclosing a metal core which is constructed of perforated sheet metal, bars, core material, or the like. It is used to form an openwork barrier or screen to allow the passage of a maximum quantity of air and/or light, but excluding the passage of foreign objects. Excludes GUARD, FAN IMPELLER.
What is a Metal Grating? 394 Items
A Metal Grating (GRATING,METAL) is a fabricated panel of rigid construction. The equidistanced parallel bars are reinforced by welding, riveting or casting the cross members at either right angles or diagonally to the bearing bars. It is used primarily as flooring where ventilation and light are required, the load carrying capacity being the determining factor.
What is an Air Circulating Ventilator? 455 Items
An Air Circulating Ventilator (VENTILATOR,AIR CIRCULATING) is a device designed to allow ventilation without excessive drafts. It may consist of either a deflector or louvers, stationary or adjustable to deflect the direction of air flow. Excludes items with fans.
What is a Sheet Glass? 584 Items
A Sheet Glass (GLASS,SHEET) is clear, fire finished glass (gloss smooth) as drawn, having a slight wave across the sheet. It may be evenly processed (etched, sandblasted, and the like) (no discernible pattern) on one or both surfaces.
What is a Plate Glass? 654 Items
A Plate Glass (GLASS,PLATE) is glass having both surfaces ground to form parallel planes or parallel planes formed by flowing molten glass onto molten or semimolten metal. It may have an imbedded wire mesh and may be evenly processed (etched, sandblasted, and the like) (no discernible pattern), fire finished (glossy smooth), polished, or rough ground on one or both surfaces or any combination thereof.
Tile,Floor And Wall,Ceramic 345 Items

Stock Items for FSG 56 Stock Items for FSG 56 Page 1 of 95

298S30233
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: B
417T82
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4
11022
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4
354036-8
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: X
MIL-I-16411 TY2
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 4
TW-15/GY
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 5
700
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 6
2551-0-10250-00
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 6
RR-T-650
RNCC: 4 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 3
020050C1-AV11B
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 3
8477-460785-7
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | MEDALS: Y | DAC: 2
39079786
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 1
1000X5000X30AMIANTEH662
RNCC: 2 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4
EXRI3103956
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 3 | DAC: 5
338257
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 6
611652
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4
363110
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 6
01-0102-0334
RNCC: 5 | RNVC: 9 | DAC: 4
D-03-002-005/SF-003
RNCC: 4 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 4
331/19417
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4
7068-71521-003-2
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 1
AMPC GENE E290071
RNCC: 3 | RNVC: 2 | DAC: 4