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ASTM International, a global leader in standards and related services, announced today the winners of a worldwide competition to lead its new Exo Technology Center of Excellence. The center will support standards-focused research and related activities that help accelerate innovation in the emerging exoskeletons and exosuits industry. “There has never been a greater need for a collaboration that…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10903
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A proposed ASTM International standard aims to outline best practices for crime scene photography. According to members of the organization’s forensic sciences committee, the standard could help both professional photographers as well as those who occasionally need to take pictures of crime scenes. According to member Brandon Epstein of the Middlesex County Prosecutor’s Office, the standard will…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Brian Milewsi, tel +1.610.832.9619; bmilewski@astm.org Release #10888
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Yesterday, global standards organization ASTM International announced its slate of six new board of directors nominees for 2020, five of whom are women. In addition, the organization’s president, Katharine Morgan, unveiled a new “Women in Standards” video highlighting the growing role of women in developing technical standards. The board nominees are experts representing perspectives of industry…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #10876 ###
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ASTM International’s smart textiles subcommittee (known as D13.50) has approved its first standard, a compilation of industry terms. “The textile industry is currently experiencing a renaissance with the development of novel and emerging materials that provide opportunities for new consumer applications and markets,” says ASTM International member Carole Winterhalter. “This new smart textile…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Jennifer Rodgers, tel +1.610.832.9694; rwilhelm@astm.org Release #10850
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A proposed ASTM International guide aims to provide tools that help assess and ultimately improve the usefulness and usability of exoskeletons and exosuits. “Exoskeletons and exosuits can open up a world of possibilities, from helping workers perform industrial tasks while not getting overstressed, to helping stroke victims learning to walk again, to helping soldiers carry heavier rucksacks…, 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 #10835
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ASTM International’s forensic sciences committee ( E30 ) has proposed a new standard for crime scene investigator training, continuing education, professional development, certification, and accreditation ( WK67866 ). The proposed standard will provide foundational requirements for all steps of investigator development to include competency, documentation, implementation, and continuous…
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ASTM International – a leader in standardization and related areas – announced today that it will launch a global hub to support the burgeoning exoskeletons and exosuits industry ( see Request for Proposals here ). The winning Exo Technologies Center of Excellence proposal will be supported with up to $250,000 annually for up to five years including funds and in-kind contributions. “Now is the…, Media Inquiries:, Nate Osburn, tel +1.610.832.9603; nosburn@astm.org Release #10817
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A proposed standard from the ASTM International forensic sciences committee ( E30 ) aims to help examiners and investigators identify and analyze explosive material found at a crime scene. “Explosive materials, such as black powder, smokeless powder, dynamite, and pyrotechnics, are often recovered during criminal investigations,” according to Michelle Evans, a forensic chemist and fire debris…, Standardization News, . , Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Brian Milewski, tel +1.610.832.9619; bmilewski@astm.org Release #10787
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A new ASTM International standard could help forensic science labs create programs to train their teams, ultimately helping with activities such as collecting and analyzing evidence. The standard – a practice designated E2917 – provides a basic framework for training, continuing education, and professional development of forensic science practitioners. The practice aims to serve as a foundation…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Brian Milewski, tel +1.610.832.9619; bmilewski@astm.org Release #10760
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Today, ASTM International announced the addition of accreditation for the globally-recognized American Association for Laboratory Accreditation (A2LA) for 17 of its proficiency testing programs. The new accreditations cover programs including: Diesel exhaust fluid, Octane, Polyethylene plastics, Thermoplastics, Stainless steel, Aluminum, Woven fabrics, Knit fabrics, and more. “Labs that turn to…, 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 #10673