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ASTM International’s security systems and equipment committee ( F12 ) has developed and approved several standards designed to assess the performance of security screening technologies. These standards cover three different types of metal detectors: hand-worn ( F3020 ), hand-held ( F3278 ), and walk-through ( F3566 ). The committee also approved a practice for conformity assessment of metal…, Verification Program Contact, : Anna Seiple, tel +1.703.930.0971; aseiple@seinet.org Release #11650 ###
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ASTM International’s roofing and waterproofing committee ( D08 ) has approved a new standard that provides guidelines and limitations for below-grade foundation waterproofing systems. The new standard ( D8425 ) specifically covers applications of sodium bentonite needle-punched geotextile waterproofing systems. According to ASTM member Stacy Byrd, the standard provides general installation…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Frank McConnell, tel +1.610.832.9686; fmcconnell@astm.org Release #11526 ###
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In light of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and growing safety concerns for members and staff, ASTM International announced today that previously scheduled April standards development meetings in Boston (March 29-April 3) and Prague (April 27-30) have been canceled. The decision was based on several factors, including, but not limited to: Continued review of information and recommendations from the U.S.…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10993
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The Safety Equipment Institute (SEI), an affiliate of ASTM International, has launched a certification program for hand-worn and hand-held metal detectors that are covered in three ASTM standards (F3020, F3278, and F3356). The program deals with characteristics that should affect the model’s ability to meet the performance requirements of the certification standard. These characteristics include…, About Safety Equipment Institute, or over 35 years, the Safety Equipment Institute (SEI) has served as one of the world's leading independent third-party certification program providers. An affiliate of ASTM International, SEI is the organization hundreds of top companies turn to for their product certification needs., 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:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Chad Morey, tel +1.703.442.5732, ext. 4020; cmorey@seinet.org Release #10976
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A new ASTM International standard will provide performance requirements for designers and manufacturers of eye protectors for racket sports. ASTM’s committee on sports equipment, playing surfaces, and facilities ( F08 ) developed the new standard ( F3164 ). The new standard covers both prescription and non-prescription eye protective devices for racquetball, squash, and/or tennis. Requirements…, , Media Inquiries: , Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact: , Joe Koury, tel +1.610.832.9804; jkoury@astm.org Release #10875
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A new ASTM International standard establishes conformity assessment requirements for metal detectors used in safety and security applications. ASTM’s committee on security systems and equipment ( F12 ) developed the new standard, now available as F3356. In addition to developing the standard, the committee is working with the Safety Equipment Institute, an affiliate of ASTM International, to…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Joseph Hugo, tel +1.610.832.9740; jhugo@astm.org Release #10741
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A new ASTM International test method will support the growing use of roofing membranes that contain ketone ethylene ester (KEE) polymer blends that are more flexible and chemical resistant and thus less susceptible to some types of damage. In the early 2000s, members of ASTM International’s committee on roofing and waterproofing ( D08 ) developed a specification ( D6754 ) that required the…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Joseph Hugo, tel +1.610.832.9740; jhugo@astm.org Release #10528
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A new ASTM International test method aims to prevent air leakage in and around roofs, helping improve energy efficiency, reduce moisture problems, and prevent pollutants from entering the building. “It is critical that each assembly of the building envelope be investigated for air leakage performance with appropriate standards,” says ASTM member Sudhakar Molleti. "What cannot be captured in the…, ASTM Committee D08 on Roofing and Waterproofing Next Meeting:, June 11-14, 2017, June Committee Week, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Technical Contact:, Sudhakar Molleti, National Research Council Canada, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada, tel +1.613.993.9673; sudhakar.molleti@nrc.ca, ASTM Staff Contact:, Joseph Hugo, tel +1.610.832.9740; jhugo@astm.org Release #10256
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A set of proposed ASTM International test methods will help support the growing number of roofing projects that use liquid-applied polymers. The proposed standard (WK40123, Test Methods for Sampling and Testing Liquid Applied Polymeric Roofing and Waterproofing Membranes That Are Directly Exposed to Weather) will help manufacturers, testing labs, and the construction industry as they sample,…, ASTM Committee D08 on Roofing and Waterproofing Next Meeting:, June 11-14, 2017, June Committee Week, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Technical Contact:, Philip Moser, Simpson, Gumpertz and Heger, Waltham, Mass., tel +1.781.424.3960; psmoser@sgh.com, ASTM Staff Contact:, Joseph Hugo, tel +1.610.832.9740; jhugo@astm.org Release #10247
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A new ASTM International standard will help reduce the amount of used roofing materials that goes to landfills. ASTM’s committee on roofing and waterproofing ( D08 ) developed the new standard, which will soon be available as D8013, Guide for Establishing a Recycle Program for Roof Covers. According to ASTM member Joseph Schwetz of Sika Sarnafil Inc., the new guide will help building owners who…, ASTM Committee D08 on Roofing and Waterproofing Next Meeting:, Dec. 4-7, 2016, December Committee Week, Orlando, Fla., Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Technical Contact:, Joseph Schwetz, Sika Sarnafil Inc., Canton, Mass., tel +1.781.828.5400; schwetz.joe@us.sika.com, ASTM Staff Contact:, Joseph Hugo, tel +1.610.832.9740; jhugo@astm.org Release #10217