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A proposed ASTM International standard aims to provide minimum requirements for conducting compliance audits and self-inspections in the cannabis industry. ASTM International’s cannabis committee ( D37 ) is developing the standard ( WK67367 ). “The development of an effective self-examination program will be fundamental for a robust cannabis quality management system,” said ASTM International…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Robert Morgan, tel +1.610.832.9732; rmorgan@astm.org Release #10758
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A new ASTM International standard provides principles for reducing risks from potential biological, chemical, and physical hazards in cannabis extraction and infused product processes. The new standard (soon to be published as D8250) was developed by the organization’s cannabis committee ( D37 ). According to ASTM International member Radojka Barycki, a quality and food safety professional, the…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Robert Morgan, tel +1.610.832.9732; rmorgan@astm.org Release #10756
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Two new ASTM International standards will help in processing and handling cannabis. Both standards were developed by the organization’s cannabis committee ( D37 ). One of the new standards (soon to be published as D8233) focuses on cannabis packaging and labeling. The new guide will cover cannabis products for sale to adult consumers, authorized medical cannabis users and caregivers in business…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Robert Morgan, tel +1.610.832.9732; rmorgan@astm.org Release #10737
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A new ASTM International standard will help cannabis cultivation centers to address cleaning and disinfection policies. The new standard (soon to be published as D8219) was developed by ASTM’s committee on cannabis ( D37 ). “Like food safety requirements before it, the standardization of proper disinfection techniques will ensure cultivation facilities are providing a clean and safe product to…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Robert Morgan, tel +1.610.832.9732; rmorgan@astm.org Release #10717
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ASTM International and Innovate UK Partner to Develop International Additive Manufacturing StandardsGlobal standards organization ASTM International and three United Kingdom-based entities are partnering to fast-track the creation of technical standards needed by the additive manufacturing industry. ASTM International’s Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence – in which the UK-based Manufacturing Technology Centre (the MTC) is a founding partner – identified three potential areas for…, 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. www.astm.org , About Innovate UK, Innovate UK drives productivity and economic growth by supporting businesses to develop and realize the potential of new ideas. We connect businesses to the partners, customers and investors that can help them turn ideas into commercially successful products and services and business growth. We fund business and research collaborations to accelerate innovation and drive business investment…, About BSI, BSI is the business improvement company that enables organizations to turn standards of best practice into habits of excellence. For over a century BSI has championed what good looks like and driven best practice in organizations around the world. Working with over86,000 clients across 193 countries, it is a truly international business with skills and experience across a number of sectors…, About the Manufacturing Technology Centre, Established to prove innovative manufacturing processes and technologies in an agile environment in partnership with industry, academia and other institutions, the MTC houses some of the most advanced manufacturing equipment in the world, creating a high quality environment for the development and demonstration of new technologies on an industrial scale. This provides a unique opportunity for…, Media Inquiries:, Nate Osburn, tel +1.610.832.9603; nosburn@astm.org , Media Inquiries:, James Easey, tel +44 (0) 7947 467162; james.easey@innovateuk.ukri.org Release #10713
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ASTM International has hired Charles P. Rutherford, II, of CPR Squared, Inc., as a technical consultant to support standards development and related activities for the organization’s cannabis committee ( D37 ). Rutherford will create an outreach strategy to: engage more cannabis-related organizations and networks, liaise with existing standardization activities, help prioritize and strategize a…, Standardization News., Also, watch this video on the cannabis committee ., Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Robert Morgan, tel +1.610.832.9732; rmorgan@astm.org Release #10709
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ASTM International’s committee on additive manufacturing technologies ( F42 ) has launched a new subcommittee focused on creating standards that support the growing number of applications of the technology across various industry sectors. “The evolution of additive manufacturing technologies combined with sector-specific requirements demand us to create a broader portfolio of more detailed and…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Pat Picariello, tel +1.610.832.9720; ppicariello@astm.org Release #10701
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Today, global standards organization ASTM International and the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance (CHTA) announced a Memorandum of Understanding to work together on standards for the cannabis industry. Under the agreement, ASTM International’s cannabis committee ( D37 ) will coordinate standards development activities for global cannabis and hemp industries, while CHTA will participate in the process…, About the Canadian Hemp Trade Alliance (CHTA), The CHTA is a national organization that promotes Canadian hemp and hemp products globally. Established in 2003, the Alliance represents those involved in Canada’s hemp industry. Members include farmers, processors, manufacturers, researchers, entrepreneurs and marketers. The key functions of the Alliance are to disseminate information, promote the use of nutritional and industrial hemp, and…, 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:, ASTM International: Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org CHTA: Ted Haney, tel +1.403.819.1647; ted@hemptrade.ca Release #10688
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Today, global standards organization ASTM International and the International Cannabis and Cannabinoids Institute (ICCI) announced a Memorandum of Understanding to work together on standards for the cannabis industry. ICCI is the first Europe-based partner for ASTM International’s cannabis committee, which has grown to more than 500 members worldwide in its first two years. Under the agreement,…, About International Cannabis and Cannabinoids Institute (ICCI), ICCI (International Cannabis and Cannabinoids Institute) was established as a joint project of patient organizations, Czech scientific societies and investment firm Dioscorides Global Holdings. Main headquarters are in Prague and as a so-called "center of excellence" cooperates for example with Charles University, the Czech Technical University, the Czech University of Life Sciences in Prague,…, 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:, Nathan Osburn, tel +1.610.832.9603; nosburn@astm.org Release #10661
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Members of the ASTM International cannabis committee ( D37 ) are proposing two guides for cannabis sampling procedures in an effort to ultimately improve consumer safety. The guides cover concentrates, extracts, and other cannabis-infused products (WK64646) as well as harvest lots and usable cannabis products (WK64336). Members say the new standards will provide sampling procedures critical in…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Robert Morgan, tel +1.610.832.9732; rmorgan@astm.org Release #10629