scope:

Types of Machines Included. The requirements of this standard apply to those mechanically or hydraulically powered machines that are designed, modified, or converted for the compressing of metallic or nonmetallic powders. These machines are commonly referred to as metal powder presses, powder metal presses, compacting presses, P/M briquetting presses, metal powder sizing presses, or metal powder coining presses. For the purpose of this standard, they shall be referred to as "P/M presses."

Types of Machines Excluded. Excluded from this standard are: metal powder hot forming presses, mechanical and hydraulic power press brakes, mechanical and hydraulic power presses, bulldozers, hot bending and hot metal presses, forging presses, hammers, riveting machines and similar types of fastener applications, isostatic and hydrostatic presses, and high energy rate powered presses.