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ASTM International’s performance of buildings committee ( E06 ) has developed a new test method for moisture in insulating glass. The test method introduced in this standard, currently known as WK83631 , will measure moisture ingress into insulating glass, and allow for predicting window lifetimes. Insulated glass is often used in residential and industrial locations to maintain heat and humidity…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Frank McConnell, tel +1.610.832.9686; fmcconnell@astm.org Release #11582 ###
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Wohlers Associates, powered by ASTM International, published Wohlers Specialty Report on Construction: Building an Additive Construction Future . The report details developments in additive construction (AC), an industry that is rapidly growing in response to emerging opportunities brought about from additive manufacturing and 3D printing. “ASTM International sees AC as the next frontier in…, About Wohlers Associates, powered by ASTM International, The advisory group offers an unparalleled window into additive manufacturing and 3D printing by providing technical, market, and strategic advice on the new developments and trends in rapid product development and AM. Wohlers Associates was acquired by ASTM International in 2021 and now includes an expansive team of technical and market experts to support the growing AM industry., Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11578 ###
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ASTM International’s committee on performance of buildings ( E06 ) has approved a new subcommittee on tiny houses. This new subcommittee ( E06.26 ) intends to develop standards for several proposed subject areas for tiny houses, including but not limited to: best building practices; test methods; certification; a global quality assurance program; requirements and auditing of third parties that…, 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 innovate services to improve lives… Helping our world work better., Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; , dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact: , Frank McConnell, tel+1. 610.832.9686 ; fmcconnell@astm.org Release #11561 ###
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Phalguni Mukhopadhyaya, Ph.D., a professor of building envelopes and structures at the University of Victoria, Canada, has received ASTM International’s 2022 Professor of the Year award. The ASTM International Professor of the Year Award is presented annually to recognize and reward the contributions of educators in developing students’ understanding of consensus standards. Throughout his career…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel+1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Academic Outreach Contact:, Travis Murdock, tel+1.610.832.9714; tmurdock@astm.org Release #11559 ###
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ASTM International’s rubber and rubber-like materials committee ( D11 ) has approved a new standard that will aid the use of silica technology in the production of rubber products. The new standard ( D8471 ) covers raw materials, formulation, and mixture procedures for the evaluation and quality control of silica and related technologies, such as silanes and functionalized polymers, in a…, M, e, dia Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Melissa Marcinowski, tel +1.610.832.9626; mmarcinowski@astm.org Release #11534 ###
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Registration is now open for ASTM International’s 3 rd Annual Autonomy in Aviation Symposium, to be held Oct. 18, 2022, at The Sheraton New Orleans Hotel (Louisiana, USA). The event is sponsored by ASTM’s autonomy design and operations in aviation administrative committee (AC377). ASTM AC377 promotes collaboration among a variety of aviation stakeholders aimed at improving safety and efficiency…, Symposium Contact:, Tessa Sulkes-Llewelyn, tel +1.610.832.9677; tsulkes@astm.org Release #11499 ###,
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ASTM International presented a Distinguished Service Award to Mike Warner for his contributions to committee D11 on rubber and rubber-like materials. The award is among the most prestigious honors offered by the committee, conferred for outstanding participation and dedication. Warner was recognized specifically for his more than 26 years of distinguished service and maintenance of international…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel+1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11489 ###
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ASTM International presented its Dr. Robert D. Stiehler Award to Tom Marsh in honor of his exceptional career at the organization and his contributions to committee D11 on rubber and rubber-like materials. A long-time ASTM International member, past chair of ASTM’s board of directors, Marsh had been previously honored by the committee with its Distinguished Award, its Award of Appreciation, and…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel+1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11462 ###
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Today, global standards organization ASTM International launched ASTM Xcellerate™, an emerging technology program focused on strengthening the world’s emerging technology from research to standards. “At ASTM International, we believe standards offer an invaluable platform for global collaboration,” notes Kathie Morgan, ASTM International president. “The ASTM Xcellerate program aims to put…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Xcellerate Contact:, Tessa Sulkes-Llewelyn, tel +1.610.832.9677; tsulkes@astm.org Release #11449 ###
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A new ASTM International standard will describe in detail the design and specification process for water vapor transmission properties of water-resistive barriers and air barriers(WRB/AB) in building construction. ASTM’s performance of buildings committee ( E06 ) developed the new standard, which will soon be published as E3127. ASTM International member Danko Davidovic says that the new standard…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Steve Mawn, tel +1.610.832.9726; smawn@astm.org Release #11441 ###