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ASTM International’s soil and rock committee (D18) is developing proposed standards that cover sediment retention fiber rolls (SRFRs) and rolled erosion control products (RECPs). D18’s erosion and sediment control technology subcommittee (D18.25) is developing the proposed standards. Proposed standard WK39691 will help measure the basic physical properties of SRFRs, which are used to inhibit the…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Robert Morgan, tel +1.610.8329732; rmorgan@astm.org Release #11032 ###
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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 June standards development meetings (including independent meetings) have been canceled. Last month, ASTM International announced the cancellation of all May in-person meetings . These decisions were based on several factors, including…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11017 ###
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A proposed ASTM International standard will help calculate the kinetic energy of simulated rainfall in laboratories. ASTM’s soil and rock committee ( D18 ) is developing the proposed standard ( WK41200 ). Determining the kinetic energy of raindrops is an important factor to be considered when conducting soil erosion studies. Using data collected from determining raindrop size, the proposed…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Katerina Koperna, tel +1.610.832.9728; kkoperna@astm.org Release #11007 ###
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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 pedestrian/walkway safety and footwear committee (F13) has honored Wayne S. Maynard, ergonomics and tribology product director, risk control technical services with Liberty Mutual Insurance (Boston, Massachusetts, USA) with the Charles H. Irvine Memorial Award. The committee recognized Maynard for exceptional leadership and advocacy for public safety in pedestrian and…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10987
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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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A new ASTM International test method will help evaluate soil behavior and soil structure interaction when placed under stress conditions. “It is important to understand and predict how soil might behave during earthquakes, explosions, or even machine or traffic vibrations,” according to Rune Dyvik, expert advisor in laboratory and model testing at the Norwegian Geotechnical Institute. “This test…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Katerina Koperna, tel +1.610.832.9728; kkoperna@astm.org Release #10944
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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