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Peter Rudling, president of Advanced Nuclear Technology International Europe AB, Tollered, Sweden, since 2000 was honored with the William J. Kroll Zirconium Medal by ASTM International’s reactive and refractory metals and alloys committee ( B10 ). An ASTM International member since 1996, Rudling was honored for contributions to the scientific, technological and commercial aspects of the…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10812
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Michael Preuss, professor of metallurgy, University of Manchester, Manchester, UK, was honored with the William J. Kroll Medal by ASTM International’s reactive and refractory metals and alloys committee ( B10 ). Preuss was honored for establishing and developing the Zirconium Technology Group at the University of Manchester, UK and his research leadership in mechanistic understanding of…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10810
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ASTM International’s committee on reactive and refractory metals and alloys (B10) is developing a proposed standard ( WK63793 ) that allows titanium alloy bars to be used as near-surface mounts in civil structures. The specific application for this new standard is for titanium near surface mounts in civil structures. These near surface mounts are used to repair and strengthen concrete bridge…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Molly Lynyak, tel +1.610.832.9743; mlynyak@astm.org Release #10585
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Gordon Hunter, principle manager of material science with Smith & Nephew, Memphis, Tennessee, USA, was honored with the H.R. “Russ” Ogden Award from ASTM International’s committee on reactive and refractory metals and alloys ( B10 ). Hunter, who joined ASTM in 2009, was honored for his accomplishments in the science and technology of reactive and refractory metals and alloys. The award is…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10440
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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 glass and glass products ( C14 ) is creating a standard that will help clean and restore glass windows, doors, and other architectural glass used in modern buildings. People involved in related industries including glass manufacturing, glazing companies, and maintenance/restoration contractors are invited to participate in the development of the proposed standard…, ASTM Committee C14 on Glass and Glass Products Next Meeting:, April 11, Moorestown, N.J., Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Technical Contact:, Paul West, International Window Cleaning Association, Zanesville, Ohio, tel +1.808.443.3833; kohalapaul@gmail.com, ASTM Staff Contact:, Thomas O’Toole, tel +1.610.832.9739; totoole@astm.org R elease #10277
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After two successful pilots, ASTM International, a global standards organization, is expanding its Emerging Professionals program . The program will provide free airfare and lodging this year for up to 24 participants to attend a leadership development workshop held during an ASTM International conference – “committee week” – where technical experts in their industries create and revise…, ASTM Staff Contact:, Katerina Koperna, tel +1.610.832.9728; kkoperna@astm.org , Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org R elease #10276
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Syd Aldridge, former president and CEO with of Nu-Tech Precision Metals in Arnprior, Ontario, Canada has received the H.R. “Russ” Ogden Award from ASTM International Committee on Reactive and Refractory Metals and Alloys ( B10 ). A member of ASTM for more than 25 years before his retirement, Aldridge was specifically recognized for his outstanding accomplishments in the science and technology of…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10218
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Ron Graham, former vice president of technology and quality with ATI Wah Chang in Albany, Oregon, USA, has received the H.R. “Russ” Ogden Award from ASTM International Committee on Reactive and Refractory Metals and Alloys ( B10 ). A member of ASTM since 1986, Graham was specifically recognized for his outstanding accomplishments in the science and technology of reactive and refractory metals and…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10210
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A proposed ASTM standard could help improve workplace safety by describing proximity alarm systems that can be used to prevent cranes, utility trucks, and other equipment from encroaching inside OSHA minimum approach distances and contacting high-voltage power lines. The standard would be most useful to the construction industry, but it could also help in firefighting, drilling, mining,…, ASTM Committee F18 on Electrical Protective Equipment for Workers Next Meeting:, Oct. 4-7, 2015, Las Vegas, Nev., Media Inquiries:, Nathan Osburn, tel +1.610.832.9603; nosburn@astm.org, Technical Contact:, Lance Burney, Sigalarm, Sanford, Fla., tel +1.407.321.0722; lance@sigalarminc.com , ASTM Staff Contact:, Kevin Shanahan, tel +1.610.832.9737; kshanahan@astm.org Release #9903