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ASTM International’s nuclear fuel cycle committee ( C26 ) has developed a standard describing a new technique for measuring the forward rate of glass corrosion. The new standard (soon to be published as C1926) details the stirred-reactor coupon analysis (SRCA) method, in which monolithic glass coupons are partially masked with an inert material before undergoing corrosion in a large volume of…, Media Inquiries:, Gavin O’Reilly, tel +1.610.832.9618; goreilly@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Steve Mawn, tel +1.610.832.9726; smawn@astm.org Release #11649 ###
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A new standard from ASTM International’s coal and coke committee ( D05 ) covers the determination of the quality of flue gas desulfurization (FGD) solids that are products of processes used to remove sulfur dioxide from exhaust gasses at fossil-fuel power plants and waste incinerators. The new standard, soon to be published as D8339, covers the determination of free moisture, by-product gypsum…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org , Committee Contact:, Melissa Macinowski, tel +1.610.832.9626; mmarcinowski@astm.org Release #11077 ###
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In light of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and ongoing safety concerns for members and staff, ASTM International announced today that all previously scheduled in-person May standards development meetings (including independent meetings) have been canceled. Earlier this month, ASTM International announced the cancellation of all April in-person meetings . These decisions were based on several factors,…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11001 ###
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ASTM International has approved a new standard that could help mining companies, regulatory bodies, and geological surveys to assess coal tonnage-in-place. Assessment of coal tonnage-in-place is a fundamental factor in evaluating the commercial feasibility of a coal deposit. ASTM’s committee on coal and coke ( D05 ) developed the standard ( D8215 ). The new standard provides a geostatistical…, Media Inquiries: , Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact: , Melissa Marcinowski, tel +1.610.832.9626; marcinowski@astm.org Release #10874
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A new ASTM International standard provides an effective way to determine the different forms of sulfur in coal. This test method helps separate coal-associated sulfur into two common forms: pyritic and sulfate. Results from the test method are used to evaluate coal preparation and process operations that help reduce coal sulfur levels. According to ASTM member Colin Campbell, consultant at CCI…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Krista Robbins, tel +1.610.832.9689; krobbins@astm.org Release #10698
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A new ASTM International standard provides an effective way to determine the presence of boron in coal. The organization’s committee on coal and coke ( D05 ) developed the new standard, which is soon to be published as D8213. As noted in the new standard, “the possible emission of boron that may be found in coal from coal combustion is an environmental concern.” According to ASTM International…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Krista Robbins, tel +1.610.832.9689; krobbins@astm.org Release #10651
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A new ASTM International standard outlines a way to quantitatively determine the extent and causes of cracking in a building sealant. The new standard (soon to be published as C1851) was developed by ASTM International’s committee on building seals and sealants ( C24 ). “When you see a weathered sealant, it is usually cracked, crazed, or crumbled,” says ASTM International member Chris White, a…, 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:, David Lee, tel +1.610.832.9681; dlee@astm.org Release #10510
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A new test method developed by ASTM International’s nuclear fuel cycle committee ( C26 ) will help better characterize uranium materials within the nuclear fuel cycle. Specifically, the standard ( C1871 ) outlines the “double spike” test method for isotopic analysis of uranium samples by thermal ionization mass spectrometry. “Due to improved precision, the double spike method has been used in…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Stephen Mawn, tel +1.610.832.9726; smawn@astm.org Release #10495
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A new ASTM International standard serves as a guide to help experts examine nuclear-fuel pellets, cylindrical ceramic parts that are inserted into fuel rods for use in nuclear reactors. According to ASTM International member Gregoire Toury, an AREVA advisory engineer in MOX, ceramographic examination of these pellets is crucial for verifying product quality relative to thermo-mechanical behavior…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Stephen Mawn, tel +1.610.832.9726; smawn@astm.org Release #10468
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A new ASTM International standard will help manufacturers and regulators better understand how building sealants change once they have been compressed or stretched. The new standard ( C1815 ) was developed by ASTM International’s committee on building seals and sealants ( C24 ). “Think about the last time you rolled out pizza dough,” says ASTM International member Christopher White, a research…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, David Lee, tel +1.610.832.9681; dlee@astm.org Release #10425