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A new ASTM International standard will help determine procedures for making butt fusion joints with Polyamide 12 (PA12) pipe and fitting by means of heat fusion joining. ASTM’s plastic piping systems committee ( F17 ) developed the standard, which will soon be published as F3372. According to ASTM International member Jim Mason, of Mason Materials Development LLC, “Having an industry consensus…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Robert Morgan, tel +1.610.832.9732; rmorgan@astm.org Release #11041 ###
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A proposed ASTM International standard would be used to evaluate the resistance of polypropylene piping to deterioration when used in circulating domestic hot water systems. ASTM’s plastic piping systems committee ( F17 ) is developing the proposed standard ( WK66288 ). “In most commercial hot water systems, the water is continuously circulated through the main portion of the piping so that…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Robert Morgan, tel +1.610.832.9732; rmorgan@astm.org Release #11031 ###
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A proposed ASTM International standard will help in analysis for trace metals using air and wipe sampling practices. ASTM’s air quality committee ( D22 ) is developing the proposed standard ( WK72704 ). The proposed standard covers the digestion of airborne and surface dust samples (collected using air and wipe sample practices) and associated quality control samples for the determination of…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Ashley Wiand, tel +1.610.832.9551; awiand@astm.org Release #11027 ###
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In light of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and ongoing safety concerns for members and staff, ASTM International announced today that all previously scheduled in-person May standards development meetings (including independent meetings) have been canceled. Earlier this month, ASTM International announced the cancellation of all April in-person meetings . These decisions were based on several factors,…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11001 ###
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In light of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and growing safety concerns for members and staff, ASTM International announced today that previously scheduled April standards development meetings in Boston (March 29-April 3) and Prague (April 27-30) have been canceled. The decision was based on several factors, including, but not limited to: Continued review of information and recommendations from the U.S.…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10993
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ASTM International’s sports equipment, playing surfaces, and facilities committee ( F08 ) has begun developing a standard on defensive masks for women’s softball players. The proposed standard ( WK70909 ) will apply to defensive/infielder masks that are designed specifically not to be worn with or attached to any type of helmet structure. “We see a growing interest from players, families,…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Joe Koury, tel +1.610.832.9804; jkoury@astm.org Release #10965
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A proposed ASTM International standard-guide could help examine the range of commercially available methods for analyzing formaldehyde concentrations in indoor air. While formaldehyde is a naturally occurring substance, chronic long-term exposure can potentially lead to health issues, according to the World Health Organization’s report on formaldehyde in indoor environments. ASTM…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Ashley Wiand, tel +1.610.832.9551; awiand@astm.org Release #10964
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Michael J. Brisson, technical adviser at the Savannah River National Laboratory (Aiken, South Carolina, USA), will serve a three-year term on the ASTM International board of directors. Savannah River National Laboratory, an applied science facility and national laboratory for the U.S. Department of Energy, focuses on environmental management, national and homeland security, and energy security…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10941
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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 will be used to help rehabilitate water mains. ASTM’s committee on plastic piping systems ( F17 ) is developing the proposed standard ( WK69438 ). According to ASTM International member George Gerz, the new standard will be used for replacing old and failing distribution water main pipes. The technology described in the proposed standard is applied by…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Robert Morgan, tel +1.610.832.9732; rmorgan@astm.org Release #10889