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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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A proposed ASTM International guide aims to provide tools that help assess and ultimately improve the usefulness and usability of exoskeletons and exosuits. “Exoskeletons and exosuits can open up a world of possibilities, from helping workers perform industrial tasks while not getting overstressed, to helping stroke victims learning to walk again, to helping soldiers carry heavier rucksacks…, 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 #10835
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ASTM International’s personal protective clothing and equipment committee ( F23 ) has created a new specification for hospital isolation gowns (soon to be published as F3352). This standard outlines testing, reporting, performance, and labeling requirements to help those who make and use the gowns. Healthcare workers and patients are often at risk of exposure to diseases. Selcen Kilinc-Balci,…
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ASTM International – a leader in standardization and related areas – announced today that it will launch a global hub to support the burgeoning exoskeletons and exosuits industry ( see Request for Proposals here ). The winning Exo Technologies Center of Excellence proposal will be supported with up to $250,000 annually for up to five years including funds and in-kind contributions. “Now is the…, Media Inquiries:, Nate Osburn, tel +1.610.832.9603; nosburn@astm.org Release #10817
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ASTM International’s committee on personal protective clothing and equipment ( F23 ) presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Steven D. Corrado, principal engineer – personal protective equipment, at UL, Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, USA. The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for individual contributions to…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel+1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, , Release #10775
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Jared Krupa, principal engineer with K2 Engineering and Structural Design, LLC in Reno, Nevada, USA, was honored with the Award of Appreciation by ASTM International’s committee on amusement rides and devices ( F24 ). A member since 2013, Krupa was honored for his hard work and dedication in leading a task group revising a practice for aerial adventure courses. Krupa has served as principal…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10732
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The ASTM International committee on amusement rides and devices ( F24 ) has honored C. W. Craven, president and general manager of Skyride Enterprises Inc. in Puyallup, Washington, USA, with the Jimmy Floyd Award. The Jimmy Floyd Award is in memory of Floyd’s many years of exemplary service to ASTM International and the amusement ride industry, and whose life was a shining example of all the…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10668
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David Schaeffer, co-founder of House of Air Trampoline Parks headquartered in San Francisco, California, USA, was honored with the Award of Appreciation by ASTM International’s committee on amusement rides and devices ( F24 ). A member since 2012, Schaeffer was honored for his hard work and dedication in leading a task group revising a practice for trampoline courts. Schaeffer has served as the…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10667
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Roger Bostelman, engineering project manager with the U.S. National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA, was recently awarded the 2018 ASTM International James A. Thomas President’s Leadership Award. The President’s Leadership Award recognizes individuals early in their ASTM International career who have significantly advanced ASTM’s mission through…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10648
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The U.S. National Institute of Justice (NIJ) recently issued a, Federal Register, notice that provides guidance to manufacturers of restraints and handcuffs on how to certify their products to meet a new technical standard (NIJ 1001.00) by Dec. 31, 2018. According to stakeholders, the new standard is more robust and allows for the introduction of new technologies and innovations. NIJ is no longer managing the certification of these products, and criminal justice purchasing…, Media Contact:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, , SEI Contact:, Patricia Gleason, tel +1.703.442.5732; pgleason@seinet.org Release #10625