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ASTM International’s metallography committee (E04) has honored Margaret Wilson, graduate student at Dalhousie University, with the Mary R. Norton Scholarship Award for Women. The $1,000 scholarship encourages women undergraduate seniors or first-year graduate students to pursue the study of physical metallurgy or materials science with an emphasis on the relationship of microstructure to material…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11014 ###
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The ASTM International Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE) has announced a virtual workshop on accelerating additive manufacturing (AM) technology adoption through standardization and certification, April 22. The workshop is presented in partnership with TÜV SÜD, a German testing and certification organization. As additive manufacturing matures as part of mainstream…, AM CoE Contact:, Tessa Sulkes, tel+1.610.832.9677; tsulkes@astm.org Release #11013 ###
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Global standards organization ASTM International is providing no-cost public access to a suite of two dozen important standards used in the production and testing of personal protective equipment to combat the COVID-19 (coronavirus) public health emergency. In an effort to support manufacturers, testing labs, healthcare professionals, and the general public, the available standards cover personal…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11003 ###
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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 May standards development meetings (including independent meetings) have been canceled. Earlier this month, ASTM International announced the cancellation of all April in-person meetings . These decisions were based on several factors,…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11001 ###
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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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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 rubber committee has approved a new subcommittee focused on rubber sustainability. According to Timothy Morris, chair of ASTM’s rubber committee (D11), the new group will develop standardized terms, test methods, specifications, practices, and classifications that support sustainability of rubber, rubber products, systems, and services. Topics will include rubber recycling,…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Melissa Marcinowski, tel +1.610.832.9626; mmarcinowski@astm.org Release #10977
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A new ASTM International standard aims to improve the quality of precipitated silica, which is used as a filler ingredient for rubber. ASTM International’s rubber and rubber-like materials committee (D11) developed the new standard (D8300) which provides a test method to determine whether the degree of electrical conductivity is suitable for rubber-grade silica, for example, used as reinforcing…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Melissa Marcinowski, tel +1.610.832.9626; mmarcinowski@astm.org Release #10969
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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