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The ASTM International board of directors unanimously voted to name Tim Brooke, ASTM International’s vice president of laboratory service and certification, as the new president and chief operating officer of the Safety Equipment Institute (SEI), an ASTM International affiliate. Brooke assumed the new role on Nov. 1 and is retaining his existing title. Brooke replaces Pat Gleason, who will…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10908
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A proposed ASTM International standard aims to support the evaluation of wipes used to collect potential chemical, biological, radiological, nuclear, or explosive (CBRNE) materials as well as drugs, such as trace narcotics. ASTM International’s homeland security applications committee ( E54 ) is developing the proposed standard (WK61465). ASTM International member Nancy Lin says the proposed…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Mary Mikolajewski, tel +1.610.832.9678; mmikolajewski@astm.org Release #10906
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ASTM International’s committee on amusement rides and devices (known as F24 ) has developed a standard for requirements for hayride attractions. The new voluntary standard (soon to be published as F3168) will apply to hayrides meant for entertainment, recreation, or agritourism. “Hayrides can be a lot of fun, but we can do more to create a culture of safety,” said Randy Bates, owner of…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Katerina Koperna, tel +1.610.832.9728; kkoperna@astm.org
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Two new standards developed by ASTM International’s homeland security applications committee ( E54 ) will help evaluate and certify the performance of less lethal aerosol devices used by law enforcement, corrections, and other public safety officers. First, a new specification ( E3187/E3187M ) defines performance requirements and test methods to help evaluate chemical irritant sprays, such as…, Media Inquiries: , Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Mary Mikolajewski, tel +1.610.832.9678; mmikolajewski@astm.org Release #10882
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Yesterday, global standards organization ASTM International announced its slate of six new board of directors nominees for 2020, five of whom are women. In addition, the organization’s president, Katharine Morgan, unveiled a new “Women in Standards” video highlighting the growing role of women in developing technical standards. The board nominees are experts representing perspectives of industry…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10876 ###
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ASTM International’s committee on engine coolants and related fluids ( D15 ) presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Edward R. Eaton, Sr., managing consultant, Laboratory Holdings LLC, in Litchfield Park, Arizona, USA. The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for individual contributions to developing standards. The…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel+1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, , Release #10800
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A new ASTM International specification for ballistic-resistant car door panels aims to enhance safety for law enforcement officers. “Officers and deputies often spend eight to 12 hours each day in their vehicles patrolling streets and highways, performing traffic stops, and responding to calls,” says ASTM International member Richard Kehr, an officer with the Los Angeles Police Department. “One…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Mary Mikolajewski, tel +1.610.832.9678; mmikolajewski@astm.org Release #10749
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ASTM International’s committee on homeland security applications ( E54 ) is developing a proposed standard ( WK66045 ) that will allow first responders and others to more effectively use equipment and assays while field testing unknown, potentially dangerous materials that may contain drugs, particularly synthetic opioids. “This standard will provide a means to consistently and objectively test…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Mary Mikolajewski, tel +1.610.832.9678; mmikolajewski@astm.org Release #10739
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Jared Krupa, principal engineer with K2 Engineering and Structural Design, LLC in Reno, Nevada, USA, was honored with the Award of Appreciation by ASTM International’s committee on amusement rides and devices ( F24 ). A member since 2013, Krupa was honored for his hard work and dedication in leading a task group revising a practice for aerial adventure courses. Krupa has served as principal…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10732
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Sarkis Aroyan, director of cooling systems division with the Dober Group in Woodridge, Illinois, USA, was honored with the Daniel H. Green Award by ASTM International’s committee on engine coolants ( D15 ). Aroyan, an ASTM International member since 2006, was recognized for his many years of outstanding service and active participation in the committee. Aroyan has served in his current…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10692