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Research and field experience have shown that fines free of clay and other harmful materials can be non-detrimental, and even beneficial, for concrete properties. A proposed new ASTM International standard will be used to distinguish between harmful and non-harmful fines in construction aggregate. ASTM WK36804 , Test Method for Rapid Determination of the Methylene Blue Value for Fine Aggregate…
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Many manufacturers have their own methods for testing adhesives for carpet or resilient or wood floor coverings. A new ASTM standard addresses this inconsistency by presenting a set of adhesive requirements that can be used throughout the floor covering industry. The new standard, ASTM D7799 , Specification for Tufted and Woven Broadloom Carpet Adhesives Without Homogenous PVC or Non-PVC Backings…
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The Adhesive and Sealant Council (ASC) is partnering with ASTM International (ASTM) to produce the inaugural “Adhesives and Sealants Sustainability Summit” July 26-27 at the Hyatt O’Hare in Rosemont, Ill. The Sustainability Summit will provide an opportunity for the adhesive and sealant supply chain to discuss all aspects of sustainability as it relates to the sector. “The trend of…, ASC Media Contact:, Matt Croson , ASC President (phone: 301-986-9700, ext. 111 ; matt.croson@ascouncil.org, ASTM Media Contact:, Pat Picariello, director, Developmental Operations, ASTM International (phone: 610-832-9720; ppicarie@astm.org ) May 27, 2011
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Laboratories that have the ability to analyze titanium and titanium alloys by spark-atomic emission spectrometry or glow discharge-AES are currently being sought to participate in an interlaboratory study for a proposed new standard. ASTM WK25738 , Test Method for Analysis of Titanium and Titanium Alloys by Spark-Atomic Emission/Glow Discharge-Atomic Emission Spectrometry, is currently being…, ASTM Committee E01 Next Meeting:, May 15-18, 2011, May Committee Week, Anaheim, Calif., Technical Contact:, Kevin VonScio, Perryman Co., Houston, Pa., Phone: 724-746-9390; kvonscio@perrymanco.com, ASTM Staff Contact:, Thomas O’Toole, Phone: 610-832-9739; totoole@astm.org, ASTM PR Contact:, Barbara Schindler, Phone: 610-832-9603; bschindl@astm.org Release #8855
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Trona, or sodium sesquicarbonate, is a fine mineral powder that has proven to be effective at removing acid gases from air emissions. While trona can be a useful component of air pollution control systems, it can be difficult to handle, particularly when moisture is present. A proposed new ASTM standard will present a repeatable, precise and accurate test method for analyzing moisture levels in…, ASTM Committee E01 Next Meeting:, Nov. 14-17, November Committee Week, San Antonio, Texas, Technical Contact: J, ames D. Phillip, Solvay Chemicals Inc, Green River, Wyo., Phone: 307-872-6519; jim.phillip@solvay.com, ASTM Staff Contact:, Thomas O'Toole, Phone: 610-832-9739; totoole@astm.org, ASTM PR Contact:, Barbara Schindler, Phone: 610-832-9603; bschindl@astm.org Release #8608
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Test Method Covers Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometry, A new ASTM International standard will help users properly prepare and analyze various nickel-based alloy samples by inductively coupled plasma emission spectrometry. The standard, ASTM E2594 , Test Method for Analysis of Nickel Alloys by Inductively Coupled Plasma Atomic Emission Spectrometry (Performance-Based Method), will assist users in preparing sample and calibration solutions and with…
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A new ASTM International standard, ASTM D7447 , Practice for Symbolizing Adhesive Applications, provides a convenient way for engineers to represent adhesives on a computer-aided design drawing. The standard, a collaborative effort between ASTM and the Adhesive and Sealant Council, is under the jurisdiction of Subcommittee D14.60 on Adhesive Material Classification System, which is part of ASTM…
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Advancing gas analysis technology is leading to the development of a proposed new ASTM International standard, WK22331 , Test Method for Simultaneous Determination of Oxygen, Nitrogen and Hydrogen in Titanium and Titanium Alloys by the Inert Gas Fusion Technique. Analyzers are now available that can simultaneously test titanium and titanium alloys for oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen. This…
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All interested parties are invited to join in the ongoing development of a proposed new standard, WK19982 , Test Method for ICP Analysis of Calcium and Magnesium in Magnesium Ferrosilicon. WK19982 is being developed by Subcommittee E01.01 on Iron, Steel and Ferroalloys, part of ASTM International Committee E01 on Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores and Related Materials. According to Robert…
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Responding to requests from representatives of the copper industry, ASTM International Committee E01 on Analytical Chemistry for Metals, Ores and Related Materials has developed a new standard, E2575 , Test Method for Determination of Oxygen in Copper and Copper Alloys. The new standard is under the jurisdiction of Subcommittee E01.05 on Cu, Pb, Zn, Cd, Sn, Be, Their Alloys and Related Metals. …