Specification of galala marble: Description: stone characteristics-- minimal requirements-- degree Abrasion resistance hardness (astm c241/c1353) min ha b, c, d 10 --34.8ha Flexural strenghtmpa. (astm c880) min 1000 psi --1300psi Modulus of rupture mpa (astm c99) min 1000 psi --1800psi Compressive strenght map (astm c170) min 7500 psi --18300psi Absorption by weight % (astm c97) max%0.20-- 0.12% Density(kg/m3)(astm c97) min kg/m3 2305-- 2627. 1-slabs The slabs are either put on steel cavolettos in 20 feet container, or they are put on open-top containers on iron "shape a' stands. They are separated individually by plastic sheets to protect against scratches. Also each 15stabs are grouped and framed by wooden pallet. 2-tiles Tiles are loaded in wooden crates filled foam for better protection.