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A proposed ASTM International standard will establish a test method for obtaining acceleration data on water slides using human test subjects. ASTM International’s amusement rides and devices committee ( F24 ) is developing the proposed standard. Data obtained through the standard is crucial to developing and calculating the expected forces riders feel on a water slide. The level of these forces…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel+1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Katerina Koperna tel +1.610.832.9728; kkoperna@astm.org Release #11216 ###
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A proposed ASTM International standard will help engineers to better understand how various climates affect water vapor transmission of water-resistive barriers and air barriers (WRB/AB) in building envelopes. ASTM’s performance of buildings committee ( E06 ) is developing the proposed standard. ASTM International member Danko Davidovic says that the proposed standard ( WK51917 ) will explain…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org , Committee Contact:, Stephen Mawn, tel +1.610.832.9726; smawn@astm.org Release #11213 ###
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ASTM International presented its top annual award – the Award of Merit – to Jonathan H. Daniels, CEO and founder of Praxis Aerospace Concepts International, for his contributions to the unmanned aircraft systems committee ( F38 ). The prestigious award, which includes the accompanying title of fellow, is ASTM’s highest recognition for distinguished service and outstanding participation in ASTM…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11183 ###
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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 April standards development meetings (including independent meetings) have been canceled. These decisions were based on several factors, including, but not limited to: Continued review of information and recommendations from the U.S.…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11164 ###
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Julia Schimmelpenningh, architectural applications technical manager for Eastman Chemical Company (Springfield, Massachusetts, USA), will serve a three-year term on the ASTM International board of directors. Eastman Chemical Company is a global specialty material and chemical company. Before joining Eastman Chemical Company in 1988, Schimmelpenningh held positions at Solutia Inc. and Monsanto…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11161 ###
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Linda Freeman, industry manager, entertainment/amusement for Rockwell Automation (Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA), will serve a three-year term on the ASTM International board of directors. Rockwell Automation is a global provider of industrial automation and information technology products and services. Freeman has more than 24 years of experience at Rockwell Automation, having joined in 1996 as…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11157 ###
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A new ASTM International standard will help architects who are designing mockup structures used to prepare for the construction of a new building. ASTM’s committee on performance of buildings ( E06 ) developed the standard, which will soon be approved as E3223. ASTM International member Eric Peterson notes that when new buildings are constructed, especially large complex buildings with intricate…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org , Committee Contact:, Stephen Mawn, tel +1.610.832.9726; smawn@astm.org Release #11152 ###
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Global standards organization ASTM International and RTCA announced a collaboration that allows for the joint development of consensus standards for smaller unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS), also known as drones. The collaboration would focus on an aviation system designed to provide detect and avoid (DAA) capability for drones operating beyond visual line of sight. Operational performance…, About RTCA, RTCA is a private, not-for-profit association founded in 1935 as the Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics, now referred to simply as “RTCA”. RTCA is the premier Public-Private Partnership venue for developing consensus among diverse, competing interests on critical aviation modernization issues in an increasingly global enterprise., 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. , ASTM Contact:, Mary Mikolajewski, tel +1.610.832.9678; mmikolajewski@astm.org, RTCA Contact:, Ka’Nika Evans, tel +1.202.330.0669; kevans@rtca.org Release #11145 ###
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ASTM International’s amusement rides and devices committee ( F24 ) is developing a standard to establish new inspection and maintenance requirements for steam propelled locomotives found at amusement parks. According to Ron Lwin, a committee task group chair, the original manufacturers of historic steam locomotives are often no longer in existence and unable to give recommendations for…, 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 #11100 ###
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A proposed standard will be used to support the periodic assessment of cavity wall facades. ASTM’s committee on the performance of buildings (E06) is developing the standard. In cavity wall facades, a grid of wall ties provides lateral restraint between the exterior veneer and the back-up wall. The proposed guide will support stability assessments of such facades. According to ASTM member Michael…