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A new ASTM International standard will have applications in a variety of factories, on artificial turfs and playing surfaces, and even in the classroom. The new standard, G194 , Test Method for Measuring Rolling Friction Characteristics of a Spherical Shape on a Flat Horizontal Surface, was developed by Subcommittee G02.50 on Friction, part of ASTM International Committee G02 on Wear and Erosion…
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When fasteners penetrate roofing or waterproofing products as a planned part of installation, it is expected in some cases that the product will resist water migration at the point of penetration. A new ASTM International standard, D7349 , Test Method for Determining the Capability of Roofing and Waterproofing Materials to Seal Around Fasteners, addresses this situation. ASTM D7349 was developed…
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Modified bitumen products have been in use since the mid-1970s, and represent a substantial percentage of the commercial asphalt roofs installed throughout North America. A new ASTM International standard addresses the use of cold process adhesives in modified bitumen roofing systems. ASTM D7379 , Test Methods for Strength of Modified Bitumen Sheet Material Laps Using Cold Process Adhesive, was…
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Testing the oxygen permeation of packaging material is important for the suppliers of various barrier materials, as well as users of these materials in the food, pharmaceutical and consumer product companies, universities, research organizations and other industries. This kind of testing is covered in a new ASTM International standard approved by Committee F02 on Flexible Barrier Packaging, F2622…
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A new ASTM International subcommittee, D07.08 on Forests, is now soliciting all interested stakeholders to assist in the development of a proposed new guide for forest management systems. The purpose of the subcommittee, under the jurisdiction of ASTM International Committee D07 on Wood, is to promote knowledge, stimulate research and develop standards pertaining specifically to forests. Industry…
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Sterilized medical devices are indispensable to doctors and surgeons around the world. Peel pouches, otherwise known as preformed sterile barrier systems, are used to keep these devices sterile during all physical handling. These pouches can be made with a wide variety of material and are produced by many different suppliers, but the trait all pouches must share is the ability to protect devices…
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A recently approved ASTM International standard recognizes new state of the art technology for reinforcing glued laminated timber beams. The standard, D 7199 , Practice for Establishing Characteristic Values for Reinforced Glued Laminated Timber (Glulam) Beams Using Mechanics-Based Models, was developed by Subcommittee D07.02 on Lumber and Engineered Wood Products, under the jurisdiction of ASTM…
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ASTM International Committee D07 on Wood is seeking participation in the development of a proposed new specification that establishes engineering design values for wood and natural fiber-polymer composites. As the performance of these composites improves, more sophisticated engineering applications will become available to this class of materials. Engineering design values will enhance their…
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", Performance of Structural Wood Adhesives: Issues Related to the ASTM Standards on Engineered Wood Products" is the subject of a workshop being sponsored by ASTM International Committee D07 on Wood. The workshop will be held from 1:30-4:30 p.m. on Oct. 18, as part of the ASTM October Committee Week in Dallas, Texas. For those interested, a joint meeting of Subcommittee D07.02 on Lumber and…