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Representatives from one of the world’s leading standards organizations will host textile-standards trainings and meet with government and industry leaders in Vietnam Sept. 10-14. The main focus of ASTM International’s “Vietnam Road Show” will be two two-day trainings in Ho Chi Minh City focused on a dozen key test methods, practices, and guides for textiles. In general, these standards support…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10619
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이번, ‘, 베트남로드쇼, ’, 의 가장 핵심인 표준화 설명회는 섬유와 관련한 중요한 실험방법 , 가이드 등을 이틀 간에 걸쳐 설명 드릴 예정입니다 . [9 월 11-12 일 ( 한국어통역 ), 9 월 13-14 일 ( 베트남어통역 )] ASTM International 의 표준은 참석하시는 분들과 관련된 제품의 품질 & 성능을 개선하는데 도움을 줄 수 있을 것입니다 . 본 설명회는 섬유산업과 관련된 모든 분들을 ( 구매 , 실험 , 평가 , 실험실 관리자 및 운영자 ) 위한 것입니다 . 첫 세션은 한국어 통역으로 진행되며 , 주요 참석대상자는 베트남에 기반을 둔 섬유연구소의 관리자급과 제품을 생산하는 기업의 관리자입니다 . 두번째 세션은 베트남어로 통역되며 , 연구소의 실무진 그리고 기업의 근로자가 주 대상입니다 . 강사는…
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ASTM International’s committee on textiles ( D13) will present its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Adi Chehna of Textile Tech Services in Marlborough, Massachusetts, USA. The prestigious award, which includes the title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for individual contribution to developing standards. Chehna will be honored for his recognition of his leadership and…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10611
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ASTM International’s committee on cement ( C01 ), presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Stephen Wilcox of ARGOS USA, Alpharetta, Georgia, USA. The prestigious award, which includes the title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for individual contribution to developing standards. Wilcox was honored for his outstanding contributions and leadership in ASTM International’s…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10597
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Two of the world’s leading safety-standards developers are joining forces to help the growing number of public safety professionals who want to use drones – also known as unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) – to help protect and save lives. Today, the National Fire Protection Association and ASTM International signed a Memorandum of Understanding to support a joint working group (JWG) of about two…, Standard for Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) Used for Public Safety Operations, ). According to Morgan and Pauley, the group would serve as a key resource for various global efforts related to drone standardization., About ASTM International, Committed to serving global societal needs, ASTM International positively impacts public health and safety, consumer confidence, and overall quality of life. We integrate consensus standards – developed with our international membership of volunteer technical experts – and innovative services to improve lives… Helping our world work better. www.astm.org , About NFPA, Founded in 1896, NFPA is a global, nonprofit organization devoted to eliminating death, injury, property and economic loss due to fire, electrical and related hazards. The association delivers information and knowledge through more than 300 consensus codes and standards, research, training, education, outreach and advocacy; and by partnering with others who share an interest in furthering the…, Media Inquiries:, Nate Osburn, tel +1.610.832.9603; nosburn@astm.org and Lorraine Carli, tel +1.617.984.7275; publicaffairs@nfpa.org , MOU / Joint Working Group Contacts:, Christine DeJong, tel +1.610.832.9736; cdejong@astm.org and Curt Floyd, cfloyd@nfpa.org Release #10527
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Paul Stutzman, physical scientist with the United States National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA, was honored with the Bryant Mather Award from ASTM International’s committee on cement ( C01 ). Stutzman, who joined ASTM International in 1990, was recognized for his contributions to the development of various committee standards related to quantitative…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10467
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Feraidon Ataie, Ph.D., assistant professor of engineering, California State University-Chico, has won the 2017 Professor of the Year Award from ASTM International, a global standards development organization. The ASTM International Professor of the Year Award recognizes and rewards the contributions of educators in developing students’ understanding of standards. “Dr. Ataie’s continued…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, ASTM Staff Contact:, Travis Murdock, tel +1.610.832.9826; tmurdock@astm.org Release #10417
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ASTM International, one of the world’s largest standards developers, will host an organizational meeting to potentially launch a new group that creates technical standards for human exoskeletons. This fast-growing area includes wearable robots and other mechanisms that enhance human strength and provide other capabilities. New exoskeleton standards could support cutting-edge industrial, military…, Exoskeleton Standards Organizational Meeting:, Sept. 14, 2017, ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, PA, 19428-2959 USA, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Participant Contact:, Christine DeJong, tel +1.610.832.9736; cdejong@astm.org R elease #10366
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Tuncer B. Edil, professor emeritus at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, has received the Woodland G. Shockley Memorial Award from ASTM International committee on Soil and Rock ( D18 ). The committee recognized Edil for his exceptional and long meritorious service to the activities of committee D18. An ASTM International member since 1984, he has also received the committee’s the Special…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org R elease #10364
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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