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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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A new standard developed by ASTM International’s road and paving materials committee ( D04 ) provides guidance on both blast and steel furnace slag product classification. ASTM defines iron and steel slags as the nonmetallic products of the manufacturing of iron and steel. They can be considered products based on the mineralogy of samples that are tested using this standard as a guide. “The…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Ashley Wiand, tel +1.610.832.9551; awiand@astm.org Release #11129 ###
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ASTM International’s environmental assessment, risk management and corrective action committee ( E50 ) presented the Gwen Eklund Award of Excellence to Dennis Rounds. Rounds was honored for his exemplary service, passion, professionalism, and utmost integrity in continuous leadership and significant technical contributions to the committee and its members. An ASTM International member since 1993…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11126 ###
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A proposed ASTM International standard will allow those in the road construction industry to extend the service life of asphalt mixtures by more accurately predicting and evaluating fatigue performance. ASTM’s road and pavement committee ( D04 ) is developing the proposed standard. According to ASTM International member M. Emin Kutay, the proposed standard ( WK74054 ) will be used to assess the…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Ashley Wiand, tel +1.610.832.9551; awiand@astm.org Release #11106 ###
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Actualmente la Administración Federal de Carreteras de Estados Unidos está haciendo un esfuerzo para establecer normas nacionales para mantener los niveles mínimos de retroreflectividad para las señalizaciónes del pavimento, la Administración ha manifestado la necesidad un protocolo práctico para la medición de estos niveles. En respuesta a esta necesidad, el Comité de ASTM Internacional D04…, Contacto técnico:, Paul Carlson, Instituto de Transportación de Texas, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas, Teléfono: +1-979-845-1728; paul-carlson@tamu.edu, Contacto del personal de ASTM:, Daniel Smith, Teléfono: +1-610-832-9727; dsmith@astm.org, Contacto de ASTM de Relaciones Públicas:, Barbara Schindler, Teléfono: +1-610-832-9603; bschindl@astm.org Publicación #8681/Sept2010
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Proposed ASTM International standards will provide standardized experiential, educational, role descriptors, and expected body of knowledge for vocations in the cannabis industry. ASTM’s committee on cannabis (D37) is developing the proposed standards. The proposed standards include certification requirements for: transportation related vocations (WK72207); analytical laboratory professional…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Robert Morgan, tel +1.610.832.9732; rmorgan@astm.org Release #11063 ###
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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 standards development meetings (including independent meetings) through the end of the year have been canceled. Affected meetings include October, November, and December Committee Weeks in Orlando, Florida, and Austin, Texas, and all…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11061 ###
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A new ASTM International standard will provide a test method for determining thermal cracking properties of asphalt mixtures through the measurement of thermally induced stress and strain. ASTM’s road and paving materials committee ( D04 ) developed the standard, which will soon be published as D8303. Asphalt pavement in cold climatic regions are highly susceptible to thermal cracking. The…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Ashley Wiand, +1.610.832.9551; awaind@astm.org Release #11059 ###
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Today, global standards organizations ASTM International and the International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) signed a memorandum of cooperation (MOC) to promote collaboration in initiatives that advance public health and safety. The MOC relates directly to water sanitation and hygiene in Indonesia, the Philippines, and other selected member nations of the Association of…, 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., About IAPMO, The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) is a nearly 100-year-old trade association that focuses its comprehensive services on the technical aspects of the plumbing and mechanical industries. Its membership includes trained labor and contractors, engineers, product manufacturers, suppliers, plumbing and mechanical inspectors, and building officials. As a global…, IAPMO Media Contact:, Christopher Lindsay, +1.202.445.1198; christopher.lindsay@iapmo.org, ASTM Media Contact:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11052 ###
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A proposed ASTM International standard provides guidance on the management of investigation-derived waste (IDW) from sites that may be impacted by perfluoralkyl substances (PFAS). The committee on environmental assessment, risk management, and corrective action (E50) is developing the standard. PFAS are chemicals often found in products including household items, outdoor gear, nonstick cookware…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Molly Lynyak, tel +1.610.832.9743; mlynyak@astm.org Release #11047 ###