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Underwriters Laboratories and ASTM International have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to establish a framework for cooperation on developing an international, dual-logo ISO and ASTM standard. The agreement is the first of its kind between the two standards development organizations. Under the terms of the MOU, ASTM will serve as the standards developing organization (SDO), which…, About Underwriters Laboratories, Underwriters Laboratories is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the UL public safety mission through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data, convene experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide safe…, 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. , Media Inquiries: , Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Patrick Wilmot, tel +1.847.664.3216; Patrick.wilmot@ul.org Release #10996 ###
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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 United Arab Emirates Chapter and the organization’s Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence are hosting a workshop on Reshaping the Building and Construction Landscape with Additive Manufacturing on April 14 in Dubai. This workshop will address emerging trends related to how 3D printing is used in construction with an emphasis on standardization needs. “Advancements in…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10978
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ASTM International’s additive manufacturing technologies committee ( F42 ) is developing a standard that could help quickly assess the quality of 3D-printed parts as well as the performance of laser beam powder bed fusion machines that print them. “We are successfully working to capture variations in the laser powder bed fusion process,” says Nima Shamsaei, a professor in the mechanical…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Pat Picariello, tel +1.610.832.9720; ppicariello@astm.org Release #10963
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The ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE) has announced one of the industry’s first certificate programs . The course will be March 10-12 at Auburn University in Alabama (USA). ASTM International conducted an extensive landscape analysis to understand the existing gaps in AM education and workforce development and to develop a comprehensive course that will fill…, Certification Contact:, Tessa Sulkes, tel+1.610.832.9677; tsulkes@astm.org Release #10943
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The ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence will host its third workshop on additive manufacturing (AM) technologies, Feb. 10, at the Union Complex at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP). The one-day event aims to help attendees gain a comprehensive understanding of the entire process chain for additive manufacturing (also known as 3D printing), including: data,…, Workshop Contact:, Tessa Sulkes, tel+1.610.832.9677; tsulkes@astm.org Release #10934
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Today, global standards organization ASTM International and TÜV SÜD, a German testing and certification organization, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to develop programs aimed at speeding adoption of and trust in Additive Manufacturing (AM) technologies. This strategic partnership supports knowledge sharing and the growing use of Additive Manufacturing (also known as 3D printing)…, 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., Media Inquiries:, Nate Osburn, tel +1.610.832.9603; nosburn@astm.org , About TÜV SÜD, Founded in 1866 as a steam boiler inspection association, the TÜV SÜD Group has evolved into a global enterprise. More than 24,000 employees work at over 1.000 locations in about 50 countries to continually improve technology, systems and expertise. They contribute significantly to making technical innovations such as Industry 4.0, autonomous driving and renewable energy safe and reliable. www.…, Media Relations:, Dirk Moser-Delarami, T: +49 89 5791-1592, dirk.moser-delarami@tuev-sued.de, Release #10921 ###
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The ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence and America Makes will jointly launch ASTM’s first Specialty Workshop Series on Additive Manufacturing Data Management and Schema on Dec. 9 in the Washington, D.C., area. “It’s important to know that additive manufacturing is being developed in the age of data,” said Mahdi Jamshidinia, Ph.D., ASTM International’s additive…, Workshop Contact:, Tessa Sulkes, tel+1.610.832.9677; tsulkes@astm.org Release #10919
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At its twice-yearly meeting, the ASTM International board of directors approved a proposal for a new membership-wide, “society” award in honor of longtime member Werner H. Gumpertz, who died in 2017. Three board members also visited the Simpson Gumpertz & Heger headquarters, located in the city (Boston) where the board meeting was held. Gumpertz, who volunteered with ASTM International for 57…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10916
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Harvey P. Hack, Ph.D., Northrop Grumman Fellow with Northrop Grumman’s Undersea Systems received ASTM International’s prestigious William T. Cavanaugh Memorial Award earlier today during the organization’s November standards development meetings in Houston, Texas. The Cavanaugh Memorial Award honors the CEO of ASTM International from 1970 to 1985. Cavanaugh established ASTM International as a…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10911