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A proposed ASTM International standard will help measure the effects of engine oils on fuel economy in cars and light-duty trucks. The test will measure fuel consumption at six constant conditions (related to speed, torque, and temperature) for the baseline calibration oil, a test oil, and a repeat of the baseline. The test method is for cars and trucks weighing 3,856 kilograms or less. According…, ASTM Committee D02 on Petroleum Products, Liquid Fuels, and Lubricants Next Meeting:, June 25-29, 2017, Boston, Mass., Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Technical Contact:, E.A. Hap Thompson, tel +1.904.287.9596; hapjthom@aol.com, ASTM Staff Contact:, Alyson Fick, tel +1.610.832.9710; afick@astm.org R elease #10325
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Ian P. Mylrea, research and development manager with Stanhope-Seta, Surrey, United Kingdom, was recently named the recipient of the 2017 ASTM International James A. Thomas President’s Leadership Award. ASTM International president Katharine Morgan will present Mylrea with the award during the June standards development meetings of Committee on Petroleum Products and Lubricants ( D02 ). The James…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org R elease #10319
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Today, six ASTM International programs that help petroleum labs evaluate, improve, and document performance in conducting test methods achieved accreditation from a globally-recognized organization. Specifically, the American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) gave accreditation status to ASTM International’s proficiency testing programs (PTP) in: • automatic transmission fluid…, Media Contact:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Staff Contact:, Amy Meacock, tel +1.610.832.9688; ameacock@astm.org Release #10307
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A new ASTM International standard that supports 100 octane fuel could help drive innovation in the auto industry as cars with higher-performance engines are introduced into the global marketplace. This new standard responds to a years-long effort by engine manufacturers and others to create a broadly accepted specification for this higher-octane fuel which can withstand higher compressions before…, ASTM Committee D02 on Petroleum Products, Liquid Fuels, and Lubricants Next Meeting:, June 25-29, Boston, Mass., Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Technical Contact:, Robert McCormick, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Golden, Colo., tel +1.303.275.4432; robert.mccormick@nrel.gov, ASTM Staff Contact:, Alyson Fick, tel +1.610.832.9710; afick@astm.org R elease #10275
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ASTM International announced today that it is a supporting partner of the 2017 Oman Downstream Exhibition & Conference , 4-6 April, at the Oman Convention & Exhibition Center. The Oman Downstream Exhibition & Conference is a showcase for global manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers representing key sectors within the refining and petrochemical industry. The conference is a…, ASTM Staff Contact:, Nick Ecart, tel +44.0.793.210.3758, necart@astm.org Release #10269
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A new test method developed by ASTM International’s committee on petroleum products, liquid fuels, and lubricants ( D02 ) will help bring emerging technology to the realm of gasoline sample analysis. According to ASTM member Dan Wispinski, laboratory manager at InnoTech Alberta, the new standard is the first to describe the use of the new vacuum ultraviolet (VUV) detector in gas chromatography…, ASTM Committee D02 on Petroleum Products, Liquid Fuels, and Lubricants Next Meeting:, June 25-29, 2017, Boston, Mass. , Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Technical Contact:, Dan Wispinski, InnoTech Alberta, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada, tel +1.780.450.5108; dan.wispinski@innotechalberta.ca , ASTM Staff Contact:, Alyson Fick, tel +1.610.832.9710; afick@astm.org Release #10268
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Arman Shakkaliyev, Director of the Department for technical regulation and accreditation at the Eurasian Economic Commission, will serve a three-year term on the ASTM International board of directors. Shakkaliyev is based in Moscow, Russia. The Eurasian Economic Commission is the regulatory body of the Eurasian Economic Union, which works to advance economic integration in the region. The EEU…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10242
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Frederick J. Passman, Ph.D., president of Biodeterioration Control Associates, Inc., in Princeton, New Jersey, USA, has received the George V. Dyroff Award from ASTM International Committee on Petroleum Products, Liquid Fuels, and Lubricants ( D02 ). A member of ASTM since 1986, Passman was recognized for his many services to the committee over the course of his distinguished career. The…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10226
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ASTM International’s Committee on Petroleum Products, Liquid Fuels, and Lubricants ( D02 ) has presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to C. Patrick Maggi of CANNON Instrument Company in State College, Pennsylvania, U.S.A. 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 #10222
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David R. Forester, global product development manager with Fuel Quality Services, Inc., in Flowery Branch, Georgia, USA, has received the Sydney D. Andrews Scroll of Achievement from ASTM International Committee on Petroleum Products, Liquid Fuels, and Lubricants ( D02 ). A member of ASTM since 1985, Forester was specifically recognized for his many contributions to advancing the aims of the…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10222