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A new ASTM International standard focuses on unique requirements and challenges associated with decommissioning and disposing of used medical equipment. ASTM International member Gary Quinn notes that the new standard addresses how to deal with the fact that used medical equipment may be contaminated with dangerous chemicals, pathogens, or other potentially hazardous materials. Such equipment at…, 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 #10605
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Today, ASTM International announced the addition of accreditation from the globally-recognized American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) for nine of its proficiency testing programs. The new accreditations cover programs including: Cetane, Crude oil, Engine coolants, In-service diesel oil, Insulated fluid quality, Polypropylene, Thermal analysis of plastics, and more. The recent…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Program Contact:, John Gallagher, tel +1.610.832.9646; jgallagher@astm.org Release #10569
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ASTM International’s committee on electrical insulating liquids and gases ( D27 ) presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Kevin Rapp of Cargill Inc., Plymouth, Maine, USA. The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for individual contributions to developing standards. Rapp was recognized for his outstanding…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10563
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A new ASTM International standard will help the road and paving industry make better use of foundry sand in asphalt mixtures. The new standard ( D8140 ) was developed by the ASTM International committee on road and paving material ( D04 ). Foundry sand is a fine aggregate used to produce molds or cores for casting. Foundry sand is mostly made of silica sand, lake sand, olivine sand, or zircon…, 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, Committee Contact:, Ashley Wiand, tel +1.610.832.9551; awiand@astm.org Release #10512
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Dale F. Bohn, product quality manager for Flint Hills Resources LP, in St. Paul, Minnesota, USA, has started his term as 2018 chairman of the ASTM International board of directors. ASTM International’s board is made up of 25 leaders from a broad variety of companies, associations, and government bodies worldwide. In addition to Flint Hills, this includes a wide range of organizations such as…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10450
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Dr. Raymond D. Pavlovich, president, HRC Research Consultants, Inc., Katy, Texas, USA, was honored with the Prevost Hubbard Award from ASTM International’s committee on road and paving materials ( D04 ). Pavlovich, who joined ASTM International in 1973, was honored for over 50 years of dedicated service and outstanding leadership in the development of statistically sound standards in the field…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10449
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ASTM International has published a standard for a new material used as an expansion joint filler for sidewalks, driveways, curbs, gutter, parking areas, roadways, and other concrete construction. The new standard ( D8139 ) was developed by the ASTM International committee on road and paving materials ( D04 ). According to ASTM International member Larry Weimer of NOMACO, Inc., the specification…, 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 #10433
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With support from the National Property Management Association (NPMA), ASTM International announced a new subcommittee that will create standards that help decommission and dispose of medical supplies, medical equipment, and hospitals. The subcommittee is part of ASTM International’s committee on asset management (E53). The new subcommittee (designated E53.30) plans to begin its work by compiling…, 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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A proposed ASTM International standard will help guide the development of detergents that clean medical devices, helping support patient safety and health. The practice for characterizing detergents for the cleaning of medical devices ( WK58652 ) is being created by the organization’s committee on soaps and other detergents ( D12 ). “Currently, there are no consensus methods for characterizing…
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ASTM International announced today that it is a supporting partner of the SPE Offshore Europe Conference and Exhibition 2017 , Sept. 5-8, at the Aberdeen Exhibition and Conference Centre, in the U.K. SPE Offshore Europe is recognized by offshore exploration and production professionals as Europe’s leading petroleum event. The conference will explore the most significant technologies, allow for…, ASTM Staff Contact:, Alistair Klein, tel +44.7402.636307, aklein@astm.org R elease #10382