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ASTM International’s soil and rock committee ( D18 ) has developed a new standard that will aid real estate developers with preliminary karst terrain assessment. Karst is a type of terrain characterized by sinkholes, caves, sinking streams and large springs, which is a consequence of the presence of soluble bedrock such as limestone. The new standard provides a protocol for karst assessments that…, Media Inquiries:, Gavin O’Reilly, tel +1.610.832.9618; goreilly@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Katerina Koperna, tel +1.610.832.9728; kkoperna@astm.org Release #11728 ###
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Today,, ASTM International announced the expansion of its Powder Bed Fusion – Laser Beam (PBF-LB) Machine Operator Certification program. The expansion includes two additional machine original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), 3D Systems Corporation and Nikon SLM Solutions, and added more metal AM systems from EOS. The program was developed by the ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of…, AM CoE Contact, : Ethan Myers, tel +1.610.832.9835; emyers@astm.org Release #11727 ###
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Registration is open for ASTM International’s Workshop on Sensory and Consumer Research for Products Containing Cannabis, organized by the cannabis committee (D37). The symposium will be held in person only on Jan. 21, 2024. The workshop serves to highlight the opportunities and potential roadblocks to understanding cannabis products and consumers as markets evolve both locally and globally. The…, Symposia Operations Contact:, Tammy Schane, tel+1.610.832.9522, symposia@astm.org Release #11726 ###
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ASTM International presented its top annual award – the 2023 Award of Merit – to Chris Meyer for his contributions to ASTM’s temperature measurement committee ( E20 ). The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for distinguished service and outstanding participation in ASTM International committee activities. Meyer was recognized for…, Media Inquiries:, Gavin O’Reilly, tel +1.610.832.9618; goreilly@astm.org Release #11725 ###
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ASTM International’s pesticides, antimicrobial agents, and alternative control agents committee ( E35 ) has developed a standard test method for antimicrobial towelettes (wipes). The method, designated E3363 , provides a way to quantitatively determine effectiveness of antimicrobial wipes in treating hard, non-porous surfaces against certain bacteria. According to ASTM International member…, Media Inquiries:, Gavin O’Reilly, tel +1.610.832.9618; goreilly@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Brian Milewski, tel +1.610.832.9619; bmilewski@astm.org Release #11724 ###
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, ASTM International presented its top annual award – the 2023 Award of Merit – to Alexander Salenikovich for his contributions to ASTM’s wood committee ( D07 ). The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for distinguished service and outstanding participation in ASTM International committee activities. A leading expert in the wood…, Media Inquiries:, Gavin O’Reilly, tel +1.610.832.9618; goreilly@astm.org Release #11723 ###
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Wohlers Associates, powered by ASTM International, has been selected to lead a project focusing on techno-economic analysis in powder bed additive manufacturing (AM) for the U.S. Air Force (USAF). This extensive project includes a comprehensive landscape assessment, along with targeted expert interviews from key industry figures and the U.S. Department of Defense, supplemented by specialist…, About the AM CoE, The AM CoE is a collaborative partnership representing industry, government, and academia to conduct strategic R&D to advance AM standardization. The center also aims to accelerate development and adoption of AM by developing training and certification programs, and providing market intelligence, business strategy, and advisory services through Wohlers Associates, powered by ASTM…, About ASTM International, Committed to serving global societal needs, ASTM International positively impacts public health and safety, consumer confidence, and overall quality of life. We integrate consensus standards – developed with our international membership of volunteer technical experts – and innovative services to improve lives… Helping our world work better., Media Inquiries:, Gavin O’Reilly, tel +1.610.832.9618; goreilly@astm.org, AM CoE Contact:, Ethan Myers, tel +1. 610.832.9835 emyers@astm.org Release #11722 ###
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ASTM International’s waste management committee ( D34 ) has approved a new standard to analyze soils and biosolids for potential contamination from per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). “PFAS contamination is of growing concern around the world,” says ASTM member William Lipps, general manager, government and regulatory business development/international standards development, Shimadzu…, Media Inquiries:, Gavin O’Reilly, tel +1.610.832.9618; goreilly@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Brian Milewski, tel +1.610.832.9619; b milewski@astm.org Release #11721, ###
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One year after its authorization in October 2022, ASTM’s digital information in the supply chain committee ( F49 ) has formalized its leadership and is calling for participation in new work items. F49 is targeting the technical gaps and inconsistencies in the goods movement process. Shippers, carriers brokers, and other supply chain actors will align on goods movement status updates to…, Media Inquiries:, Gavin O’Reilly, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Jennifer Tursi, tel +1.610.832.9653; jtursi@astm.org Release #11720 ###
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ASTM International has published a revision to its Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Toy Safety ( F963 ) to reflect changes approved by its toy safety subcommittee (F15.22). This specification serves to address potential hazards of various toys that may not be readily apparent to the public, but may emerge from their construction, normal use, or a certain degree of abuse. The most recent…, Media Inquiries:, Gavin O’Reilly, tel +1.610.832.9618; goreilly@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Molly Lynyak, tel +1.610.832.9743; mlynyak@astm.org Release #11719 ###