What is Federal Supply Class 7920?

FSC 7920 is the Federal Supply Class (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class NSC 7920) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Brooms, Brushes, Mops, and Sponges.

What is NATO Supply Classification Class 7920?

NSC 7920 is the NATO Supply Classification Class (also known as Federal Supply Class FSC 7920 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Brooms, Brushes, Mops, and Sponges.

Which Federal Supply Group is FSC 7920 in?

FSC 7920 is in Federal Supply Group (FSG) 79 which contains Cleaning Equipment and Supplies.

Which NATO Supply Classification Group is NSC 7920 in?

NSC 7920is in NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG) 79 which contains Cleaning Equipment and Supplies.

What is an Upright Broom?

An Upright Broom (BROOM,UPRIGHT) is an item designed for upright sweeping; the sweeping portion may be of broomcorn, bamboo, wire, vegetable or synthetic fibers, or combinations thereof. Generally designed with permanently attached handle. It may, however, be designed to accommodate a detachable handle and may or may not be furnished with the handle.

What is a Push Broom?

A Push Broom (BROOM,PUSH) is an item designed for push-type sweeping, with coarse bristles, such as rattan, bamboo, thick vegetable, or bristles of hair, hairlike synthetic fibers, wire or combinations thereof. It is usually designed to accommodate a detachable handle and may or may not be furnished with a handle.

What is a Scratch Wire Brush?

A Scratch Wire Brush (BRUSH,WIRE,SCRATCH) is an item having a wire fill section made with round wire inset in a wooden block which may have a handle. It is designed for removing loose paint, rust, and the like.

A Squeegee is an item consisting of a blade supported by a block or a single or double frame. May have a tapered hole or handle socket for insertion of a handle. It may or may not be furnished with a handle. It may also be furnished with a handle brace and channels. Excludes BLADE, SQUEEGEE.

What is a Scrub Brush?

A Scrub Brush (BRUSH,SCRUB) is a household cleaning device composed of hard bristles set into a normally rectangular block backing designed to be grasped by the hand. It is normally used with a cleansing agent (soap, detergent, etc.) and water for heavy cleaning that requires an abrasive action. Excludes power driven cleaning brushes and BRUSH, SURGICAL SCRUB.

What is a Window Brush?

A Window Brush (BRUSH,WINDOW) is an item consisting of a drilled wood block with horsehair, bristles, or synthetic fibers inserted therein. It is designed primarily for washing windows, but may be used for other purposes, such as for washing automobile bodies. See also BRUSH, CLEANING, AIRCRAFT.

What is a Sanitary Brush?

A Sanitary Brush (BRUSH,SANITARY) is an item designed for cleaning wash basins, toilet bowls, bedpans, and the like.

What is a Mop Handle?

A Mop Handle (HANDLE,MOP) is a handle consisting of a shaft made of metallic or nonmetallic material, attached to a metal frame, which is then attached to an implement made of absorbent material by a screw, spring lever, or clip. Excludes HANDLE (1), ACME THREADED END and HANDLE (1), CIRCULAR TAPERED END.

What is a Wiping Rag?

A Wiping Rag (RAG,WIPING) is a cloth item of irregular size and shape which has no value for the main purpose of manufacturing; usually obtained from discarded products such as clothing, household fabrics, and discards from textile and clothing manufacturing industries. Excludes hemmed type shop towels.

What is a Polishing Cloth?

A Polishing Cloth (CLOTH,POLISHING) is an item cut to a specific size from yard goods. It is generally made of medium or heavyweight flannels; velveteen is also used in smaller quantity for polishing silverware. Excludes CLOTH, CLEANING.

What is a Flask Brush?

A Flask Brush (BRUSH,FLASK) is does not include BRUSH, TEST TUBE and BRUSH, BOTTLE AND BURET.

What is a Cleaning Cloth?

A Cleaning Cloth (CLOTH,CLEANING) is cLOTH, NONWOVEN cut to a specific size or provided in rolls that the user can cut to the desired size. It is generally used to perform dusting, wiping, washing and/or polishing operations and may be laundered for reuse. For woven fibers and yarns not held together by a binder, see WASTE MATTED YARNS. Exculdes TOWEL, MACHINERY WIPING, and CLOTH POLISHING.

What is a Floor Mopping Outfit?

A Floor Mopping Outfit (MOPPING OUTFIT,FLOOR) is a manually operated combination of wringer(s), bucket(s) or tank with or without a truck used for wet mopping operations.

What is a Scouring Pad?

A Scouring Pad (PAD,SCOURING) is an item whose outer or working surface is fabricated into a rough texture, designed for the purpose of cleaning by friction and washing.

A Wet Mop (MOP,WET) is an item composed of cotton, or synthetic material which is affixed permanently to a handle (fixed handle type), or may be sewn together at the center across the material (detachable handle type), and furnished with a handle. It is primarily used for washing floors and decks. Excludes MOP, SPONGE, and MOP, DUSTING.

What is a Dusting Mop?

A Dusting Mop (MOP,DUSTING) is an item composed of knitted-woven cotton, or synthetic material attached to a shaped frame, such as triangular or round. It is furnished with a handle. It is either dry or treated chemically for removing dust. Excludes MOP, SPONGE; and MOP, WET. See also DUSTER, VENITIAN BLIND.

What is a Dusting Mophead?

A Dusting Mophead (MOPHEAD,DUSTING) is an item composed of knitted-woven cotton, or synthetic material that attaches to a shaped frame, such as triangular or round. It is not furnished with a handle. Excludes MOPHEAD, SPONGE; and MOPHEAD, WET.

What is a Wet Mophead?

A Wet Mophead (MOPHEAD,WET) is an item composed of cotton or synthetic material, which may be sewn at the center across the width for attaching to a handle. It is not furnished with a handle. Used primarily for washing floor and decks. Excludes MOPHEAD, DUSTING; and MOPHEAD, SPONGE.

A Sponge is an item with high absorbent qualities which is especially used for washing and cleaning. The item may be either naturally grown or consist of other materials.

What is a Spill Cleanup Absorbent Material?

A Spill Cleanup Absorbent Material (ABSORBENT MATERIAL,SPILL CLEANUP) is an item designed to control and absorb liquids, such as chemical fluids and organic solvents in the event of a spill. It is composed of various materials and is available in different sizes and formats. It may have a stiffening and/or mounting plate.

Brooms, Brushes, Mops, and Sponges - Canada (CA)

Federal Supply Class (FSC): 7920

NATO Supply Classification Class (NSC): 7920

Federal Supply Group (FSG): 79 Cleaning Equipment and Supplies

NATO Supply Classification Group (NSG): 79 Cleaning Equipment and Supplies

Items Managed by Canada (CA) - NCB is 20 or 21

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NSN Format for Brooms, Brushes, Mops, and Sponges
Codified by Canada

79	20	21	XXX
Group FSG	Class	NCB	Identifier
FSC Federal Supply Class		NIIN
NSN

NATO Supply Class 7920 is a classification within NATO Supply Group 79, which is dedicated to Cleaning Equipment And Supplies. Class 7920 specifically focuses on Brooms, Brushes, Mops, And Sponges.

This classification is used by NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) to categorize and standardize the procurement and supply of cleaning equipment and supplies for military purposes. It helps ensure consistency and compatibility among the member nations when it comes to purchasing and using these items.

Under Class 7920, you will find various types of cleaning tools and supplies such as brooms, brushes, mops, and sponges. These items are essential for maintaining cleanliness and hygiene in military facilities, camps, and other operational areas.

The classification system provides a standardized code for each item, making it easier for procurement officers and suppliers to identify and procure the required products. It also helps in inventory management and tracking of these items.

If you are involved in military procurement or supply chain management, understanding NATO Supply Class 7920 can be beneficial in ensuring the availability of the necessary cleaning equipment and supplies for military operations.

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