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ASTM International’s committee on metal powders and metal powder products ( B09 ) presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Joseph M. Tauber of Kennametal Inc., in Latrobe, Pennsylvania, USA. The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for individual contributions to developing standards. Tauber was honored for technical…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel+1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, , Release #10546
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A new ASTM International test method helps identify leaks in packages, which is important for supporting quality and safety of various medical, pharmaceutical, and food products. According to ASTM International member Larry Bishop, the “Mass extraction container closure integrity test method” allows manufacturers to identify very small packaging defects without affecting a package’s contents (…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, James Farrell, tel +1.610.832.9661; jfarrell@astm.org Release #10516
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ASTM International’s committee on primary barrier packaging (F02) has approved a new guide that will help validate test methods for packaging on medical devices. This will help professionals who specify certain packaging as well as those who regularly test packaging, ultimately helping support quality and safety of products. According to ASTM International member Daniel Burgess of Boston…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, James Farrell, tel +1.610.832.9661; jfarrell@astm.org Release #10494
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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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Bill Griese, director of standards development and sustainability initiatives for the Tile Council of North America in Anderson, South Carolina, USA, will serve a three-year term on the ASTM International board of directors. The Tile Council of North America is an international trade association involved with standards development, product testing, and research. They also represent North…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10462
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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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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 Manufactured Masonry Units ( C15 ) will present its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to A. Rhett Whitlock, President of WDP & Associates Consulting Engineers, Inc. in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, U.S.A. The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for individual contributions to developing…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel+1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org R elease #10345
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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