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On May 11, ASTM International conducted a technical webinar, “Barrier Face Coverings: A Detailed Comparison of Standards In Support of Public Health.” The webinar was held in partnership with the International Finance Corporation and the Viet Nam Standards and Quality Institute, a subsidiary of Viet Nam’s Directorate for Standards, Metrology and Quality. Jeffrey Stull, president of International…
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Yesterday, members of ASTM International’s Global Collaboration Forum for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) held a webinar to address the ongoing challenges facing PPE through the development of standards, training, and other related programs. Participants from 15 countries, including representatives from standards development organizations (SDOs), testing laboratories, academia, research…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11378 ###
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A proposed ASTM International standard will help advance the concept of lyophilization (freeze-drying) as it is used in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. ASTM’s committee on manufacture of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products ( E55 ) is developing the proposed standard. “The proposed standard will promote a deeper understanding of the science and engineering of…
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A proposed ASTM International standard will be used to aid physical integrity testing of single-use systems (SUS) in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical industries. SUS equipment has become a popular alternative to stainless steel equipment that has been generally used for biopharmaceutical manufacturing processes. ASTM International’s committee on manufacture of pharmaceutical and…
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Global standards organization ASTM International and the biopharmaceutical industry collaboration group BioPhorum have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) aimed at accelerating standardization within the biopharmaceutical industry. The MoU is focused on accelerating innovation and advancement in bio and new modality manufacturing to bring solutions to patients faster. By formalizing this…, 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 BioPhorum, BioPhorum is a coordinated program of industry change, with a reputation for creating an environment where the global biopharmaceutical industry can collaborate and accelerate their rate of progress, for the benefit of all., ASTM Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org , BioPhorum Media Inquiries:, Claire Astle, Claire.astle@biophorum.com Release #11361 ###
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Pamela M. Shinkoda, P.Eng., research associate, fire acoustic, building systems for CGC Inc. (Mississauga, Ontario, Canada) will serve a three-year term on the ASTM International board of directors. CGC Inc. is a leading marketer, manufacturer, and distributor of gypsum board products, interior finishing materials, and suspended acoustical ceilings in Canada. The parent company of CGC Inc. is…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11354 ###
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In light of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and ongoing safety concerns for members and staff, ASTM International announced today that the January in-person standards development meetings in Houston, Texas, USA, are now transitioning to all virtual. These decisions were based on several factors, including, but not limited to: Input from ASTM International members whose organizations are increasingly…, Media Inquiries:, Dan Bergels, tel +1.610.832.9602; dbergels@astm.org Release #11348 ###
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A new standard developed by ASTM International’s building and environmental acoustics committee ( E33 ) establishes an evaluation metric for low-frequency impact noise. Specifically, it allows for evaluation of thudding from footfalls in buildings. The standard ( E3207 ) provides designers a new evaluation tool for assessing thudding in buildings from heavy footfalls. When used in conjunction…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org, Committee Contact:, Kelly Paul, tel +1.610.832.9745; kpaul@astm.org Release #11270 ###
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A new ASTM International standard will aid the pharmaceutical industry by describing best practices in monitoring process and product condition during freeze-drying. ASTM’s committee on manufacture of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products (E55) developed the standard, which focuses on methods that apply to both laboratory and production environments. “The new standard provides guidance on…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org , Committee Contact:, Travis Murdock, tel +1.610.832.9826; tmurdock@astm.org Release #11246 ###
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Today, global standards organization ASTM International announced plans to host their fall committee week in person, October 3-8, 2021 in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, following a review of pandemic metrics, government guidelines, and member survey results. ASTM International is committed to the health and safety of members and staff. The organization will be closely monitoring the guidelines set by the…, Media Inquiries:, Jaime Martorana, tel +1.610.832.9796; jmartorana@astm.org Release #11244 ###