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A new ASTM International standard will help specify manufacturing requirements for bimetallic tracer wire, which allows detection of underground utilities. The organization’s electrical conductors committee (B01) developed the new standard, soon to be published as B1010. According to ASTM International member Landyn Masoner, a process engineer with Copperweld Bimetallics LLC, tracer wire (also…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Kristy Straiton, tel +1.610.832.9640; kstraiton@astm.org Release #10902
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A new ASTM International standard provides guidelines for using lithium-ion batteries on ships. The organization’s ships and marine technology committee ( F25 ) developed the standard ( F3353 ). ASTM International member Thane Gilman notes that the new standard was created primarily to support large lithium-ion battery installations, including those that may provide propulsion, ship’s service…, 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 #10766
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ASTM International’s committee on ships and marine technology ( F25) has given the John Haas Memorial Award to Sean Andersen of Dixon Valve US. Andersen was rewarded for his technical expertise and leadership for the development of a portfolio of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) standards that promote safety, productivity, and efficiency on behalf of the maritime industry. Andersen, an ASTM member…, 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 #10614
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ASTM International’s committee on ships and marine technology ( F25 ) presented the John Nachtsheim Award to Kevin Kuhn of the U.S Coast Guard. Kuhn was honored for his technical support and expertise in the development of a number of commercial consensus standards in support of the maritime industry. An ASTM member since 2017, Kuhn, a staff engineer for the U.S Coast Guard, has held his…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10601
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Today, ASTM International debuted a new learning management system (LMS) designed to enhance user experience and functionality. Existing customers will begin seeing a seamless transition to the new platform. The migration will be completed by August 31. Since 2012, the number of learners has grown from 500 to over 4,000. Usage increased by over 174 per cent last year alone, prompting the need for…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org R elease #10362
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ASTM International’s committee on ships and marine technology ( F25 ) has approved the first standard for vessels designed to accommodate construction crews working on offshore projects. The new standard aims to address the wide range of quality and safety of such vessels. “Developing offshore energy and putting new assets into service requires accommodating many construction workers in the…, ASTM Committee F25 on Ships and Marine Technology Next Meeting:, June 14-15, 2017, June Committee Week, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Technical Contact:, Charles Rawson, Office of Design and Engineering Standards, U.S. Coast Guard, Washington, D.C., tel +1.202.372.1390; charles.e.rawson@uscg.mil, ASTM Staff Contact:, Robert Morgan, tel +1.610.832.9732; rmorgan@astm.org R elease #10324
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A new ASTM International specification will help standardize production and use of bimetallic “busbar” (copper-clad aluminum flat-strip and flat-wire that distributes high-current power). A copper-clad aluminum electrical conductor is a cost-effective alternative to pure copper or aluminum conductors. “The need for this standard is global.” said Dustin Fox, the chairman of the committee on…, Committee on Electrical Conductors (B01) Next Meeting:, Oct. 11-12, New Orleans, La., Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Technical Contact:, Liang Yuncheng, Yantai Fisend Bimetal Co., Yantai City, Shangdong Province, China, tel +86.186.605.51330; brianlrc@fisend.com, Staff Contact:, Kristy Straiton, tel +1.610.832.9640; kstraiton@astm.org R elease #10320
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ASTM International’s committee on glass and glass products ( C14 ) is creating a standard that will help clean and restore glass windows, doors, and other architectural glass used in modern buildings. People involved in related industries including glass manufacturing, glazing companies, and maintenance/restoration contractors are invited to participate in the development of the proposed standard…, ASTM Committee C14 on Glass and Glass Products Next Meeting:, April 11, Moorestown, N.J., Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Technical Contact:, Paul West, International Window Cleaning Association, Zanesville, Ohio, tel +1.808.443.3833; kohalapaul@gmail.com, ASTM Staff Contact:, Thomas O’Toole, tel +1.610.832.9739; totoole@astm.org R elease #10277
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After two successful pilots, ASTM International, a global standards organization, is expanding its Emerging Professionals program . The program will provide free airfare and lodging this year for up to 24 participants to attend a leadership development workshop held during an ASTM International conference – “committee week” – where technical experts in their industries create and revise…, ASTM Staff Contact:, Katerina Koperna, tel +1.610.832.9728; kkoperna@astm.org , Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org R elease #10276
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A new ASTM test method will provide a simple and effective way to determine the tensile (pulling) and compressive (pushing) stress for metallic coatings used on a wide range of consumer products such as pens, doorknobs, lamps, cars, jewelry and more. The standard will also be used in the automotive, aerospace and military industries, particularly by companies that create metallic layers for parts…, ASTM Committee B0 8 on Metallic and Inorganic Coatings Next Meeting:, May 5, 2016, May Committee Week, San Antonio, Texas, Media Inquiries:, Nathan Osburn, tel +1.610.832.9603; nosburn@astm.org, Technical Contact:, Frank H. Leaman, Specialty Testing and Development Company Inc., York, Pa., tel +1.717.891.4989; fleaman@specialtytest.com , ASTM Staff Contact:, Diane Lake, tel +1.610.832.9661; dlake@astm.org Release #9964