Additional Information for Miscellaneous
NATO Supply Group 99: The Category for Everything Else
NATO Supply Group (NSG) 99, also known as Federal Supply Group (FSG) 99 in the United States, occupies a unique position within the standardized classification system. It serves as a catch-all category for various items that don't readily fit into any other established NSG. This encompasses a diverse range of products that are difficult to categorize due to their:
- Uniqueness: They may be specialized items not commonly encountered in other NSGs.
- Specificity: They may be specific to a particular industry or application, making their inclusion in a broader category inappropriate.
- Limited Production: They may be items produced in low volumes, making the creation of a dedicated NSG for them impractical.
Examples of Items in NSG 99:
It's important to note that due to the sheer diversity of items included in NSG 99, providing an exhaustive list is impossible. However, some general examples might include:
- Scientific and laboratory equipment: Specialized equipment used for research purposes that may not fall under any specific NSG related to scientific instruments.
- Art and craft supplies: Materials and tools used for artistic endeavors, such as paints, brushes, and specialized crafting tools.
- Sporting goods: Equipment and accessories used for various sports and recreational activities, which might not fall under dedicated NSGs for specific sports equipment.
- Religious items: Items used for religious practices and ceremonies.
- Museum and exhibition supplies: Items used for display and preservation in museums and exhibitions, such as display cases and specialized lighting equipment.
Essentially, NSG 99 serves as a repository for any item that doesn't fit neatly into the established NSG structure. This approach ensures that even unique or uncommon items are still categorized within the system, albeit in a broader and more diverse category.
Limitations of NSG 99:
While NSG 99 plays a vital role in ensuring inclusivity within the classification system, it also presents certain limitations:
- Reduced Specificity: The broad nature of NSG 99 makes it challenging to precisely identify and categorize specific items within this group.
- Potential for Confusion: The lack of specific categorization can lead to confusion or ambiguity when searching for or procuring items within this group.
In conclusion, NATO Supply Group 99 plays a crucial role in ensuring the comprehensiveness of the overall classification system by encompassing a diverse range of items that fall outside the scope of other established NSGs. However, it's essential to be aware of the limitations associated with this broad category and the potential for reduced specificity and potential confusion.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Federal Supply Group 99
- What is Federal Supply Group 99?
- FSG 99 is the Federal Supply Group (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Group NSG 99) in the USA for supply items codified in the category of Miscellaneous.
- What is NATO Supply Classification Group 99?
- NSG 99 is the NATO Supply Classification Group (also known as Federal Supply Group FSG 99 in the USA) for supply items codified in the category of Miscellaneous.
- Which Federal Supply Classes are in FSG 99?
- FSG 99 contains the following Federal Supply Classes (FSC) (formally known as NATO Supply Classification Class [NSC]): 9914, 9915, 9999, 9910, 9905, 9920, 9930, 9925
- Which NATO Supply Classification Classes are in NSG 99?
- NSG 99 contains the following NATO Supply Classification Classes (NSC) (also known as Federal Supply Class [FSC] in the USA): 9914, 9915, 9999, 9910, 9905, 9920, 9930, 9925
- 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 99
- What is a Designation Plate? 15475 Items
- A Designation Plate (PLATE,DESIGNATION) is an item which is rigid or semirigid, generally flat, and smooth. Its thickness is small in comparison to its length and width. It contains letters, numerals, and/or symbols, or it may be a silhouette of the designated item. Does not contain words or instrucitons. See also MARKER, IDENTIFICATION; PLATE, IDENTIFICATION; PLATE, INSTRUCTION; PLATE SET, DESIGNATION; DECAL; LABEL; and TAG, MARKER. For items having the combination function of a PLATE, DESIGNATION; and PLATE, INSTRUCTION; see PLATE, INSTRUCTION. For items having the combination function of PLATE, DESIGNATION; and PLATE, IDENTIFICATION; see PLATE, IDENTIFICATION. See also PLATE SET, DESIGNATION.
- What is an Identification Plate? 47731 Items
- An Identification Plate (PLATE,IDENTIFICATION) is an item which is rigid or semi-rigid, generally flat and smooth designed to be attached to an item and provides data such as name/nomenclature, weight, tire pressure, dimensional data and the like. See also MARKER,IDENTIFICATION; PLATE,DESIGNATION; PLATE,INSTRUCTION; PLATE SET,IDENTIFICATION; and TAG,MARKER. Excludes LABEL.
- What is an Instruction Plate? 25629 Items
- An Instruction Plate (PLATE,INSTRUCTION) is an item which is rigid or semirigid, generally flat and smooth. Its thickness is small in comparison to its length and width. It has data thereon indicating method of operation, maintenance, and/or personnel protection. See also MARKER, IDENTIFICATION; PLATE, IDENTIFICATION; PLATE, DESIGNATION; PLATE SET, INSTRUCTION; DECAL; and LABEL. For items having the combination function of a PLATE, INSTRUCTION and PLATE, IDENTIFICATION, see PLATE, IDENTIFICATION. Excludes TAG, INSTRUCTION.
- What is a Sign Letter? 1452 Items
- A Sign Letter (LETTER,SIGN) is a single letter formed from materials such as cardboard, metal, or plastic, and used singly or in combinations in the preparation of signs and bulletin boards. See also MARKER, IDENTIFICATION.
- What is a Sign Symbol? 507 Items
- A Sign Symbol (SYMBOL,SIGN) is a single symbol formed from materials such as cardboard, metal, plastic, and used singly or in combinations in the preparation of signs and bulletin boards.
- What is a Clearance Indicating Reflector? 1128 Items
- A Clearance Indicating Reflector (REFLECTOR,INDICATING,CLEARANCE) is an item of colored glass or plastic usually having a frame or case and mounted on a vehicle or stationary object, designed to give warning by refracted light from the lamp on an approaching vehicle.
- What is a Card-Label Holder? 554 Items
- A Card-Label Holder (HOLDER,CARD-LABEL) is an item designed to hold record cards, inventory cards, identification cards, or the like. It may be attached to another item, such as shelves, drawers, walls, bulkheads, luggage, or switchboards, either by screws, studs, nuts, strap and buckle or similar fastening, or by adhesion. It may be open-faced and open-backed, or totally inclosed. Excludes HOLDER, HOSPITAL BED PATIENT INDENTIFICATION CARD.
- What is a Marker Tag? 2821 Items
- A Marker Tag (TAG,MARKER) is an item which is either inscribed or color coded for marking items such as cable, pipe, tube, wire, and the like. It has a hole, wire or other similar means of attachment. Excludes BAND, MARKER; PLATE, DESIGNATION; PLATE, IDENTIFICATION; and TAG, IDENTIFICATION, ANIMAL.
- What is a Blank Marking Plate? 884 Items
- A Blank Marking Plate (PLATE,MARKING,BLANK) is an item which is rigid or semirigid, generally flat and smooth. Its thickness is small in comparison to its length and width or diameter. It is designed to be inscribed with identification, instruction, or designation data. For inscribed items, see PLATE (as modified).
- What is a Sign? 13736 Items
- A Sign is an object for the display of information, instruction, warning, or direction, by means of words, symbols, colors, or shapes. May be luminous or reflective, but shall not be internally illuminated. Excludes SIGN, INTERIOR ILLUMINATED, ELECTRIC. For self-illuminous items, see MARKER, SELF-LUMINOUS.
- What is a Designation Plate Set? 1509 Items
- A Designation Plate Set (PLATE SET,DESIGNATION) is a set of two or more PLATE, DESIGNATION of the same physical characteristics but each plate of the set containing a different letter(s), numeral(s), silhouette(s) or symbol(s) of a consistent series. The size, typographical style and/or shape of each letter, numeral, silhouette or symbol must have an associated similarity.
- What is a Traffic Sign? 1384 Items
- A Traffic Sign (SIGN,TRAFFIC) is an item, made from a variety of materials and designed for mounting on a fixed or portable support, having a specific word(s) and/or symbol message to regulate, warn, or guide pedestrian and vehicular traffic. It may be reflective or nonreflective, and its use is controlled by constituted authorities.
- What is an Instruction Tag? 1791 Items
- An Instruction Tag (TAG,INSTRUCTION) is an item which is inscribed with inspection, maintenance, operation, and/or personnel protection instructions. Excludes PLATE, INSTRUCTION.
- What is a Marker Band? 4360 Items
- A Marker Band (BAND,MARKER) is an item cut to a specific length suitable for wrapping around a cable, pipe, wire, wire rope and the like. It is secured by crimping, slot and tongue, or similar method of fastening. It is intended to provide identification. It may be blank, specifically color coded, or inscribed with information. Excludes TAG, MARKER.
- What is an Adhesive Sign Face? 5833 Items
- An Adhesive Sign Face (SIGN FACE,ADHESIVE) is an item which displays information, instruction, warning, direction, and the like, by means of word(s), symbol(s), color(s), or shape(s). It is not self-supporting and when attached to some form of backing becomes, and is used as, a sign. It may be reflective or nonreflective. Excludes DECAL and MARKER, IDENTIFICATION.
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