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ASTM International’s Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence unveiled its first annual report today ( available here ), announcing more than $7 million in total in-kind, government, and other support since its July 2018 launch. ASTM International, which has its global headquarters near Philadelphia, also announced that it would make four new hires to support its growing leadership in…, Contact:, Nate Osburn, nosburn@astm.org , +1.610.832.9603 Release #10843
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ASTM International’s committee on additive manufacturing technologies ( F42 ) is developing a standard-guide for mechanical testing of additively manufactured plastics ( WK66029 ). The guide aims to incorporate what has been learned about mechanical testing modification, interpreting results, and validating test methods with respect to additively manufactured polymer parts. The standard is a…, 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 #10798
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ASTM International announced today a “ Request For Ideas ” for short-term R&D funding needs aimed at accelerating standards development in additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing. The organization anticipates providing up to six awards of up to $50,000 each. “As we approach the first anniversary of our Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence, we are more committed than ever to…, 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 #10797
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ASTM International’s additive manufacturing technologies committee ( F42 ) is developing four standards that aim to help aircraft parts manufacturers meet safety and performance requirements. ASTM International member Shane Collins notes that the use of additive manufacturing in the aerospace industry (including commercial aviation, military, and space) has grown quickly as new advances in areas…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Pat Picariello, tel +1.610.832.0720; ppicariello@astm.org Release #10778
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Hundreds of the world’s top experts in additive manufacturing – also known as 3D printing – were hosted by Auburn University in Alabama (USA) this week to discuss research and standards needed for the growing number of industries that use the technology. 250 experts attended a one-day workshop focused on steps in the “value chain” of additive manufacturing, including feedstock and materials used…, Media Inquiries:, Nate Osburn, tel +1.610.832.9603; nosburn@astm.org Release #10765
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A proposed ASTM International test method will help manufacturers and others determine the presence of silver in consumer textiles. The organization’s nanotechnology committee ( E56 ) is developing the proposed standard ( WK52417 ). According to ASTM International member Aleks Stefaniak, the test method represents a structured approach to determine whether a textile contains any silver,…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Kathleen Chalfin, tel +1.610.832.9717; kchalfin@astm.org Release #10761
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On Monday, Katharine Morgan, president of ASTM International – a global standards developer – will speak at Pittcon 2019 on the role of ASTM standards in supporting a healthy and sustainable environment. Pittcon is the world’s leading annual conference and expo on laboratory science. The five-day event attracts attendees from over 90 countries around the world, including industry, academia,…, Standardization News, , available here . , Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10757
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A new ASTM International standard will help owners of commercial properties make decisions on the selection and use of electric security fences. According to Jack DeMao, ASTM International member and chair of the organization’s task group on electric security fences, the new standard (F3296) will be the first to specifically address the use of electric security fencing in the commercial market…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Joseph Hugo, tel +1.610.832.9740; jhugo@astm.org Release #10734
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Klas M. Boivie, Ph.D., senior research scientist at the Department for Production Technology of SINTEF Manufacturing in Trondheim, Norway, will serve a three-year term on the ASTM International board of directors. SINTEF is Norway’s leading research organization, and one of the largest independent research organizations in Europe, offering contract research and development for the private and…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10723
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Correctional facilities could be made safer and more cost-effective by a new ASTM International standard on electric security fences ( F3297 ). The standard incorporates topics such as electrical pulses, design, and control systems. According to Jack DeMao, ASTM International member and chair of the organization’s task group on electric security fences, the new practice addresses using non-lethal…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Joseph Hugo, tel +1.610.832.9740; jhugo@astm.org Release #10720