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ASTM International’s committee on petroleum and lubricants (D02) is now developing a full program of events for its Aviation Fuels Week in Lima, Peru, April 23-26. In addition to a training course on aviation fuels, meetings of the subcommittee on aviation fuels (D02.J) will now include: Critical technical discussions on ballot items, Overviews of the history and importance of developing uniform…, Meeting Information:, April 23-24, 2018, EnginZone, Monterosa 233, of. 402 Charcarilla del Estanque, Surco, Lima 33, Peru, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10505
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El Comité D02 de productos y lubricantes derivados del petróleo de ASTM International está desarrollando un programa completo de eventos para la Semana de Combustibles para Aviación que se realizará en Lima, Perú, del 23 al 26 de abril. Además de un curso de capacitación sobre Combustibles de Aviación, las reuniones del Subcomité D02.J Combustibles de Aviación ahora incluirán: Discusiones…, Acerca de ASTM International, ASTM está comprometida con las necesidades globales de la sociedad teniendo un impacto positivo en la salud y la seguridad pública, la confianza del consumidor y la calidad de vida en general. Integramos estándares de consenso, desarrollados con nuestra membresía internacional de expertos técnicos voluntarios, y servicios innovadores para mejorar vidas… Cooperando para que nuestro mundo funcione…, Información de la Reunión:, 23 al 26 de Abril 2018, EnginZone, Monterosa 233, of. 402 Charcarilla del Estanque, Santiago de Surco 15038, Lima – Perú - +51.1. 205.5513; ASTM@enginzone.org, Consultas sobre Medios:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Lanzamiento #10505
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A new ASTM International standard provides a test method for new technologies that can help determine the level of harmful organic chlorides that contaminate crude oil. Organic chlorides do not occur naturally in crude oil. They result from contamination through disposal of chlorinated solvents used to dewax pipelines or through other equipment operations. Organic chlorides can be damaging to…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Alyson Fick, tel +1.610.832.9710; afick@astm.org Release #10454
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Scott Fenwick, technical director at the National Biodiesel Board (NBB) in Jefferson City, Missouri, USA, has been named the new chairman of ASTM International’s committee on petroleum products, liquid fuels, and lubricants ( D02 ). His term will begin Jan. 1, 2018. The committee on petroleum products, liquid fuels, and lubricants (D02) was formed in 1904 and boasts a current membership of more…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10444
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A new ASTM International guide will help people who take lubricant fluid samples from in-service gas and steam turbines – and related equipment – at power plants. “In-service fluid samples can be taken in a variety of ways that are not always representative of the active lubricating fluid,” says ASTM International member Bernie Hall of Checkfluid Inc. “The new standard provides guidelines as to…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Alyson Fick, tel +1.610.832.9710; afick@astm.org Release #10431
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A proposed ASTM International standard will help characterize the quality of diesel fuels and biodiesel blends. The proposed standard (WK51775) is being developed by the committee on petroleum products, liquid fuels, and lubricants (D02). The proposed standard will be used to separate and determine the content of aromatics, nonaromatics, and fatty acid methyl esters (FAME) in middle distillates…
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A new ASTM International standard aims to meet an industry need for testing impurities in hydrocarbons. Specifically, the test method addresses concerns with impurities in monomer feedstocks found in ethylene and propylene. “The value of ethylene and propylene is partially based on purity, making accurate, low-level analysis and standardization important,” says member Shannon Coleman, an…
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ASTM International’s committee on petroleum products, liquid fuels and lubricants ( D02 ) has presented the Lowrie B. Sargent, Jr. Award to Steven R. Westbrook, institute scientist, Southwest Research Institute, San Antonio, Texas, U.S.A. The committee honored Westbrook for his outstanding leadership relating to the standardization of petroleum products and lubricants. An ASTM member since 1979,…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org R elease #10377
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A proposed ASTM International standard will help measure the effects of engine oils on fuel economy in cars and light-duty trucks. The test will measure fuel consumption at six constant conditions (related to speed, torque, and temperature) for the baseline calibration oil, a test oil, and a repeat of the baseline. The test method is for cars and trucks weighing 3,856 kilograms or less. According…, ASTM Committee D02 on Petroleum Products, Liquid Fuels, and Lubricants Next Meeting:, June 25-29, 2017, Boston, Mass., Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Technical Contact:, E.A. Hap Thompson, tel +1.904.287.9596; hapjthom@aol.com, ASTM Staff Contact:, Alyson Fick, tel +1.610.832.9710; afick@astm.org R elease #10325
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A new ASTM International standard that supports 100 octane fuel could help drive innovation in the auto industry as cars with higher-performance engines are introduced into the global marketplace. This new standard responds to a years-long effort by engine manufacturers and others to create a broadly accepted specification for this higher-octane fuel which can withstand higher compressions before…, ASTM Committee D02 on Petroleum Products, Liquid Fuels, and Lubricants Next Meeting:, June 25-29, Boston, Mass., Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Technical Contact:, Robert McCormick, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Golden, Colo., tel +1.303.275.4432; robert.mccormick@nrel.gov, ASTM Staff Contact:, Alyson Fick, tel +1.610.832.9710; afick@astm.org R elease #10275