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A proposed ASTM International standard aims to support the evaluation of wipes used to collect potential chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or explosive (CBRNE) materials as well as drugs, such as trace narcotics. ASTM International’s homeland security applications committee ( E54 ) is developing the proposed standard (WK61465). ASTM International member Nancy Lin says the proposed…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Mary Mikolajewski, tel +1.610.832.9678; mmikolajewski@astm.org Release #10906
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Two new standards developed by ASTM International’s homeland security applications committee ( E54 ) will help evaluate and certify the performance of less lethal aerosol devices used by law enforcement, corrections, and other public safety officers. First, a new specification ( E3187/E3187M ) defines performance requirements and test methods to help evaluate chemical irritant sprays, such as…, Media Inquiries: , Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Mary Mikolajewski, tel +1.610.832.9678; mmikolajewski@astm.org Release #10882
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Yesterday, global standards organization ASTM International announced its slate of six new board of directors nominees for 2020, five of whom are women. In addition, the organization’s president, Katharine Morgan, unveiled a new “Women in Standards” video highlighting the growing role of women in developing technical standards. The board nominees are experts representing perspectives of industry…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10876 ###
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ASTM International’s first international chapter will launch Sept. 23 in Dubai at the One & Only Royal Mirage from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., the organization announced today. Registration information is available here: astmeventsme.com/dubai . According to organizers, the UAE Chapter will provide a forum for technical experts and others to network and to participate in standards-related…, Media Inquiries:, Nathan Osburn, tel +1.610.832.9603; nosburn@astm.org Release #10860
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Two proposed ASTM International standards aim to help manufacturers more easily use seamless copper-iron tubes in air conditioning and refrigeration (ACR) systems that use carbon dioxide. Supermarkets, cold storage facilities, ice rinks, mobile A/C systems and more could benefit, according to members of the copper and copper alloys committee ( B05 ). According to member Florian Hudelmaier,…, 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:, Jennifer Rodgers, tel +1.610.832.9694; jrodgers@astm.org Release #10847
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ASTM International’s concrete and concrete aggregates committee ( C09 ) has developed a test method aimed at improving and standardizing the way that resistance of concrete to electrical current flow helps assess its durability. According to ASTM International member R. Douglas Hooton, saturated specimens of hardened concrete are tested to see how well they resist electrical currents. Concrete’s…
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ASTM International’s committee on concrete and concrete aggregates ( C09 ) presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Lawrence L. Sutter P.E., professor, Michigan Technological University, Houghton, Michigan, USA. The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for individual contributions to developing standards. The committee…
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Rory Montgomery, former quality assurance manager with Revere Copper Products, Inc., in Rome, New York, USA, was honored with the Copper Club Award by the ASTM International committee on copper and copper alloys ( B05 ). Montgomery was honored for his outstanding service to the committee and for standardization through consistent leadership on chemical analysis methods and high-quality technical…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10786
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ASTM International’s committee on copper and copper alloys ( B05 ) presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Horace Pops, president of Horace Pops Consulting, Inc., Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA. The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for individual contributions to developing standards. The committee honored Pops for…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel+1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, , Release #10777
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After a planning meeting Monday in Abu Dhabi with key leaders in industry, academia, and government, one of the world’s largest standards development organizations announced that it would launch its first-ever international chapter later this year. The chapter will be based in the United Arab Emirates. “ASTM International standards are already being used in the Gulf, and the planned chapter is a…, Media Inquiries:, Nathan Osburn, tel +1.610.832.9603; nosburn@astm.org Release #10753