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A new ASTM International test method will help determine the carbonyl content of thermochemically derived bio-oils. Carbonyls contribute to instability during storage and processing of bio-oils. “This new standard provides a simple way to measure carbonyl content. This can help determine the quality of a bio-oil that will undergo further upgrading to fuels and chemicals,” says ASTM member Earl…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Brian Milewski, tel +1.610.832.9619; bmilewski@astm.org Release #10518
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Today, ASTM International announced its first proficiency testing program in additive manufacturing. Proficiency testing programs allow labs to compare their performance with others, ultimately helping all participants improve their performance. The additive-manufacturing powder-metallurgy proficiency testing program (AMPM) will help labs measure physical properties of powders used in 3D printing…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org , Program Contact:, Mohsen Seifi, tel +1.202.904.2834; mseifi@astm.org Release #10475
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W. Brian James, Ph.D., retired, was honored with the Frank W. Reinhart Award from ASTM International committee on metal powders and metal powder products ( B09 ). James joined ASTM in 1986 and was honored for his contributions to the standardization of terminology for the metal powder industry. The award recognizes his leadership and commitment to developing consistent and coherent terms for the…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10438
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After receiving inquiries from industry and academia, ASTM International announced today that it is extending deadlines by one week for letters-of-intent and full proposals for a new center of excellence in additive manufacturing. Many interested parties throughout the world have asked for more time to respond to the RFP. “We are receiving a strong and enthusiastic response to our request for…
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Tessa F. Stillman, senior manager, standards and technical services, with Metal Powder Industries Federation (MPIF), in Princeton, New Jersey, USA, has received the Distinguished Service Award from ASTM International Committee on Metal Powders and Metal Powder Products ( B09 ). A member of ASTM International since 2003, Stillman was recognized for her many years of distinguished service to the…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10313
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Oliver S. Delery Jr., P.E, vice president of technical marketing North America for Forterra Building Products in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA, will serve a three-year term on the ASTM International board of directors. Forterra is an international building products company and one of the largest manufacturers of concrete products in North America. Delery has been with Forterra since 2002, having…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10238
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Charles J. Wilson, independent consultant in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, USA, has received the Frank W. Reinhart Award from ASTM International Committee on Fasteners ( F16 ). A member of ASTM since 1984, Wilson was specifically recognized for his outstanding contributions to the standardization of terminology for the fastener industry. In 2001, the committee honored Wilson with the Fred F.…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10234
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ASTM International Subcommittee F16.96 on Bolting Technology and the Industrial Fastener Institute are co-sponsoring a meeting to reintroduce the subcommittee to interested engineers and technologists. The meeting will take place November 7, 2016 at the Industrial Fasteners Institute, Independence, Ohio. The program will include a short business meeting format along with several technical…, Meeting Information:, Monday, November 7, 2016; 1:00-5:30 pm, Industrial Fasteners Institute, 6363 Oak Tree Blvd., Independence Ohio, Technical Contact:, Joseph Barron, tel +1.757.688.8026; b.j.barron@hii-nns.com, Staff Contact:, Jennifer Rodgers, tel +1.610.832.9694; jrodgers@astm.org Release #10177
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ASTM International’s Committee on Concrete Pipe ( C13 ) has presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Joe Lundy of the University of Texas at Arlington in Arlington, Texas, U.S.A. The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for individual contributions to developing standards. The committee honored Lundy for exceptional…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10112
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ASTM International’s Committee on Fasteners (F16) has presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Quentin Smith of Faurecia in Auburn Hills, Mich., U.S.A. The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for individual contributions to developing standards. The committee honored Smith for his dedicated work to develop standards in…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10071