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Today, global standards organization ASTM International approved a new standard for barrier face coverings that will help establish minimum design, performance, labeling, and care requirements for reusable barrier face coverings. The standard was developed by ASTM’s committee on personal protective clothing and equipment (F23). The new standard (F3502) is intended to apply to the general public…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11187 ###
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A new ASTM International standard will be helpful in determining load data for small airplanes. ASTM’s general aviation aircraft committee ( F44 ) developed the new standard, which will soon be published as F3498. According to ASTM International member A.K.M. Haque, the new standard will be used by aircraft manufacturers to certify new designs; aircraft repair and modification organizations to…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org , Committee Contact:, Joe Koury, tel +1.610.832.9804; jkoury@astm.org Release #11174 ###
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Brian P. Shiels, senior PPE engineer for ArcWear (Louisville, Kentucky, USA), will serve a three-year term on the ASTM International board of directors. ArcWear offers arc, flame, and thermal testing and certification. Shiels has served in his current role since 2019, having previously held positions at PBI Performance Products before joining ArcWear in 2018. An ASTM International member since…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11165 ###
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ASTM International presented the Kenneth J. Boedecker, Jr. Distinguished Service Award to Betsy L. Hoppe, quality systems manager for Steelscape, LLC. Hoppe was honored in recognition of her exemplary contributions to the success of the metallic-coated iron and steel products committee ( A05 ). An ASTM International member since 2010, Hoppe is also part of the ASTM International committees…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel+1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11144 ###
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ASTM International presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Roger Lewis Brockenbrough for his contributions to the metallic-coated iron and steel products committee ( A05 ). 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.…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel+1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11132 ###
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A new ASTM International standard test method will help improve the fit of particle-only air-purifying respirators, including filtering facepiece respirators, in an effort to ensure wearers have adequate protection. ASTM’s personal protective clothing and equipment committee ( F23 ) developed the standard, which is published as F3407 . “This standard provides detailed instructions for performing…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Mary Mikolajewski, tel +1.610.832.9678; mmikolajewski@astm.org Release #11127 ###
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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 standards development meetings (including independent meetings) through the end of the year have been canceled. Affected meetings include October, November, and December Committee Weeks in Orlando, Florida, and Austin, Texas, and all…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11061 ###
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Today, global standards developer ASTM International announced the publication of a new technical report on aviation. The report, “Developmental Pillars of Increased Autonomy for Aircraft Systems”, was developed by ASTM’s autonomy design and operations in aviation administrative committee (AC377). The new report is intended to promote the sound application of technical best practices to increase…, Media Inquiries, : Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11054 ###
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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 June standards development meetings (including independent meetings) have been canceled. Last month, ASTM International announced the cancellation of all May in-person meetings . These decisions were based on several factors, including…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11017 ###
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As part of an effort to address the shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) in Europe, ,, the European Commission recently announced it will allow products into the European market that meet certain international standards and requirements recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO), including ASTM International standards for medical gloves and masks. “ASTM International has been engaged with government agencies and PPE suppliers worldwide to share the technical knowledge and…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11009 ###