The D35 (08-02) Committee Ballot is now posted on the ASTM web site. To access the ballot, please go to http://myastm.astm.org and login. This will give you access to your personalized 'My ASTM' page. The minutes, rosters and agendas (where available) are also posted in this area. The meeting schedule is available by selecting the "Meetings & Symposia" link on your personalized 'My ASTM' page approximately two months prior to the next meeting. The ballot will be open and available on the web from APR 25, 2008 - MAY 26, 2008. All voting members are required to return ballots. Your ballot response is important to the committee in obtaining the required 60% return for a valid ballot. The return of ballots is a measure of a member's participation on a committee. It is critical that ASTM is notified of any changes to mailing and email addresses as soon as possible. This may be done by going to your 'My ASTM' page and selecting "Update your information". Alternatively, send corrections along with your member number to mailto:changes@astm.org or phone ASTM Customer Service at (610) 832- 9585 or fax at (610) 832-9555. Continued... http://myastm.astm.org GSA News ID: 2752
ASTM Update: Sediment Retention Devices
A system that can be used to test and compare sediment control products has been approved as a new ASTM International standard by Committee D18 on Soil and Rock. The standard, D 7351, Test Method for Determination of Sediment Retention Device Effectiveness in Sheet Flow Applications, is under the jurisdiction of Subcommittee D18.25 on Erosion and Sediment Control Technology. Continued... http://69.7.224.88/viewnews.aspx?newsID=1303 GSA News ID: 2733
ASTM Update: New D18 Chair
Ronald J. Ebelhar, senior principal at H.C. Nutting Co. (a Terracon Company) in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been named the new chairman of ASTM International Committee D18 on Soil and Rock. The 900-member committee is responsible for more than 350 standards published in the Annual Book of ASTM Standards. Continued... http://69.7.224.88/viewnews.aspx?newsID=1271 GSA News ID: 2734
ASTM Update: Vibrating Hammer Test Approved
A new standard recently approved by ASTM International Committee D18 on Soil and Rock is the result of requests from the Indiana Department of Transportation and the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation for an effective test method to cover the determination of the maximum dry unit weight and water content range for effective compaction of granular soils. D 7382, Test Methods for Determination of Maximum Dry Unit Weight and Water Content Range for Effective Compaction of Granular Soils Using a Vibrating Hammer, was developed by Subcommittee D18.03 on Texture, Plasticity and Density Characteristics of Soils. Continued... http://69.7.224.88/viewnews.aspx?newsID=1205 GSA News ID: 2735
ASTM Update: Moisture-Holding Capacity for Fiber Mulches
A new ASTM International standard, D 7367, Test Method for Determining Water Holding Capacity of Fiber Mulches for Hydraulic Planting, will provide a means of evaluating water holding capacity in fiber mulches. The standard has been developed by Subcommittee D18.25 on Erosion and Sediment Control Technology, part of ASTM International Committee D18 on Soil and Rock. Continued... http://69.7.224.88/viewnews.aspx?newsID=1213 GSA News ID: 2736
ASTM Update: Test Method for RECPs
A new ASTM International standard, D 7322, Test Method for Determination of Rolled Erosion Control Product (RECP) Ability to Encourage Seed Germination and Plant Growth Under Bench-Scale Conditions, covers guidelines, requirements and procedures for evaluating the effect of RECPs on seed germination and vegetation enhancement. The standard was developed by Subcommittee D18.25 on Erosion and Sediment Control Technology, part of ASTM International Committee D18 on Soil and Rock. Continued... http://69.7.224.88/viewnews.aspx?newsID=1201 GSA News ID: 2737
ASTM Update: Asperity Height Standard Proposal
ASTM International Committee D35 on Geosynthetics invites all interested parties to participate in the development of a proposed new standard, WK15082, Specification for Measuring the Asperity Height of Textured Geomembrane. The proposed standard is being developed by Subcommittee D35.10 on Geomembranes. Continued... http://69.7.224.88/viewnews.aspx?newsID=1204 GSA News ID: 2738
ASTM's Yarn & Thread Testing Program
ASTM International's Proficiency Testing Program provides companies with a statistical quality assurance tool that enables them to compare, improve and maintain a high level of performance in the use of ASTM methods with other laboratories worldwide. For information on the methods used in the Yarn & Thread Program and the program schedule and fee information, download the PDF. Continued... http://www.astm.org/STATQA/D13Registers.pdf GSA News ID: 2468
ASTM's Online Dictionary
In 2007 ASTM International launched a large online dictionary for its members. This impressive resource has grown from its initial 30,000 terms to more than 75,000 entries on specifications, test methods, technologies, and more. The 2008 version also features increased sortability by committees and standards. ASTM Committee D35 focuses on geosynthetics. For more information on joining ASTM, please visit the website. Continued... http://www.astm.org GSA News ID: 2447
ASTM International Introduces Proficiency Testing for Textiles
The ASTM Proficiency Testing Program has just expanded its existing Textiles Proficiency Testing Program to include
a new proficiency testing program on yarns and threads. This new PTP is an
industry driven quality assurance program for companies doing yarn and thread
component performance evaluations on a routine basis. This PTP will provide
participants with a statistical tool that will enable them to compare, improve
and maintain a high level of performance in the use of ASTM test methods with
other laboratories worldwide.
The test parameters in the ASTM yarn and thread PTP include the following ASTM
standard tests:
· D 1422, Test Method for Twist in Single Spun Yarns by the Untwist-Retwist
Method;
· D 1423, Test Method for Twist in Yarns by Direct-Counting;
· D 1907, Test Method for Linear Density of Yarn (Yarn Number) by the Skein
Method; and
· D 2256, Test Method for Tensile Properties of Yarns by the Single-Strand
Method (straight break strength and loop strength).
For each test trial, laboratory participants receive a different spool
containing 500 yards of a representative yarn or thread for testing, along
with interactive electronic data report forms and test instructions. Using the
specified ASTM program tests, participating laboratories conduct the tests of
their choice that they routinely run. Upon completion of testing, each lab
electronically submits their data to the ASTM PTP Center for use in generating
statistical summary reports. Final reports, which are electronically
distributed within a month of the data submission deadline, contain:
· All test results, coded to maintain PTP customer confidentiality;
· Statistical analysis of test data; and
· Charts plotting test results versus laboratory code.
Test results received through the program will allow laboratories to monitor
strengths and weaknesses to maintain accreditation status and compare test
results and calculated statistical parameters with labs throughout the world.
Test cycles will be held in June and December. Companies must be registered by
April 30 to be included in the June test trial. The annual subscription fee
for both trials in 2008 is $290 USD. For more information on registration and
fees, please contact Helen Mahy, ASTM International (phone: 610/832-9683;
hmahy@astm.org) or visit the proficiency test program for textiles section of
the ASTM Web site at the link below. Continued... http://www.astm.org/STATQA/Yarn_Web.doc GSA News ID: 2432
Workshop/Discussion Group
The workshop, Current Trends in Solid Waste Management, will be held at 5:30 -7:00 pm on Wednesday, January 30 at the Tampa Marriott Riverside the same hotel hosting the ASTM D35 task group meetings. Clarke Lundell, Director of Engineering of Republic Industries, will be speaking on: Standards needs in the waste management industry; Current trends in the waste management industry; Future technologies and the associated needs for standardization. Continued... http://www.astm.org/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/filtrexx40.cgi?U+mystore+nilo9011+-P+TERM+D35+/usr6/htdocs/newpilot.com/MEETINGS/searchresults.frm GSA News ID: 2431
New D18 Subcommittee Meets
ASTM International's Committee D18 on Soil and Rock has formed a new subcommittee (D18.14) for Geotechnics of Sustainable Construction. Its inaugural meeting will be held Monday, January 28 in Tampa, Florida, as part of Committee D18's January meeting. The new committee focuses on standards related to the use of recycled materials in conjunction with or as a replacement for earthen materials. Examples included shredded plastics, tire chips, coal combustion products (e.g., fly ashes, bottom ashes, FGD spray-dryer residuals), shredded shingles, foundry byproducts (e.g., slags, molding sands), crushed concrete, and reclaimed hot-mix asphalt. For more information, please contact the subcommittee chair, Tuncer Edil (edil@engr.wisc.edu). The subcommittee will consider both geoenvironmental and geomechanical issues, including life cycle assessments and impacts on greenhouse gas emissions. For more visit ASTM online at the "continued" link below. Continued... http://www.astm.org GSA News ID: 2371
ASTM - New Standard Development
ASTM International Committee D35 on
Geosynthetics invites all interested parties to participate in the development
of a proposed new standard, WK15082, Specification for Measuring the Asperity
Height of Textured Geomembrane. The proposed standard is being developed by
Subcommittee D35.10 on Geomembranes.
Although asperity height is specified throughout the geosynthetic industry, a
procedure to measure it is not currently covered by an ASTM standard. WK15082
would fill this gap, according to D35.10 member Richard Lacey. “We need
everybody to embrace this procedure,” says Lacey, a senior engineer with TRI
Environmental.
Lacey says that asperity height has broad implications regarding the interface
friction potential of geomembranes. On specific projects, friction resistance
can be correlated successfully to asperity height measurements, making this
test critical where stability is a concern.
“The subcommittee would like to see participation from regulators, quality
assurance engineers and all others whom have recent experience with asperity
height measurement and a product conformance crisis,” says Lacey.
For further technical information, contact Richard Lacey, TRI Environmental,
Buena Vista, Pa. (phone: 412/412-6541; rlacey@tri-env.com). Committee D35
meets Jan. 30-Feb. 1, 2008, at the January committee week in Tampa, Fla. For
membership or meeting information, contact Christine Sierk, Technical
Committee Operations, ASTM International (phone: 610/832-9728;
csierk@astm.org). Continued... mailto:rlacey@tri-env.com GSA News ID: 2318
ASTM Members
The annual election of the ASTM International Board of Directors is administered via the ASTM website. In addition to electing the 2008 board of directors, members are asked to recommend candidates from the ASTM membership to serve on next year’s Nominating Committee. Read the biographies of the candidates. Ballots must be cast by December 3, 2007. Continued... http://www.astm.org/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/SNEWS/OCTOBER_2007/bios_oct07.html?E+mystore GSA News ID: 2213
Geosynthetics Subcommittees Developing a Variety of Proposed New Standards
"Three subcommittees of ASTM International Committee D35 on Geosynthetics are currently developing several proposed new standards. The topics covered in the following proposed standards are geosynthetic clay liners, geomembranes, and the development of a mechanistic-empirical design guide for pavements." Continued... http://www.astm.org/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/SNEWS/JUNE_2007/geo_jun07.html?L+mystore+yndh3156+1186624192 GSA News ID: 2057
ASTM Updates
Three revised standards and one work item titled New Test Method for Standard Test Method for The Determination of Carboxyl End Group Content of Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) Yarns are included in this week's ASTM updates. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates07_01_07.asp#8_6 GSA News ID: 2043
Proposed New Standards
Three subcommittees of ASTM International Committee D35 on Geosynthetics are currently developing several proposed new standards. The topics covered in the following proposed standards are geosynthetic clay liners, geomembranes, and the development of a mechanistic- empirical design guide for pavements. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news.asp?search_key2=n1984 GSA News ID: 1986
From Phillip Godorov, Director, Interlaboratory Study Program:
ASTM International and Committee D04 on Road and Paving Materials are currently looking for two laboratories to perform ASTM D545, Standard Test Method for Preformed Expansion Joint Fillers for Concrete Construction. We are in the middle of an Interlaboratory study for which we need two more labs to complete the study as planned, allowing us to calculate reproducibility results. We have just enough material for two more labs to join the study. Interested laboratories will participate in the production of data to be used to develop a Precision Statement for inclusion in the standard.
Membership in ASTM International is not a requirement for participation.
Involvement in this study will have a direct impact on the Standard, utilized by laboratories worldwide.
Participating laboratories will be listed in the resulting ASTM Research Report.
Participants will receive a complimentary copy of the finished Research Report, which will include randomly coded data from all reporting labs. Only you will receive your labs id that cannot be identified to specific labs.
Participation in this round robin study may be used to satisfy your accreditation requirements.
The study will involve testing five materials:
Blended Polyolefin Foam;
Wood Based Fiberboard;
Sponge Rubber;
Cork;
Recycled PVC.
Three replicates of each material will be analyzed as part of the study.
All required test materials will be supplied to the participating laboratories free of charge.
If you would like to recommend a laboratory, or if you would like to volunteer your laboratory for inclusion in this study, please contact ASTM Internationals ILS Manager.
I apologize to those members on the committee for which this e-mail does not apply, but unfortunately, ASTM does not have an easy way to separate those members that have or use laboratories.
Thank you for your assistance with this important project. Continued... mailto:ils@astm.org GSA News ID: 1941
Beginning May 1, 2007, certified properties for Bentomat® and Claymax® GCLs will be reported in a manner reflecting the change in ASTM Method D5889 (Quality Control of GCLs) that will occur later this year. This change includes two GCL specific test methods. Access the full press release at the link below. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/Underwriters/Cetco/CETCOASTMgclupdate.pdf GSA News ID: 1865
ASTM Updates
In the last two weeks, ASTM has announced a total of 11 standards updates (10 revisions and 1 brand new standard) and 8 work items (1 is for a brand new standard). Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates04_01_07.asp#4_23 GSA News ID: 1805
ASTM Hotel Reservations
ASTM would like to inform Commitee Week attendees that there is a scheduled hotel renovation to begin May 1, 2007 at the Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel. The hotel will remain open and the restaurant and meeting space will not be affected; however, the guest rooms will be renovated a floor at a time. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news.asp?search_key2=n1800 GSA News ID: 1806
ASTM D35 Members
The D35 (07-01) Committee Ballot is now posted on the ASTM web site. To access the ballot, please go to http://myastm.astm.org and login. This will give you access to your personalized 'My ASTM' page. The minutes, rosters and agendas (where available) are also posted in this area. The ballot will be open and available on the web from Apr 19 - May 22, 2007. Continued... http://myastm.astm.org GSA News ID: 1785
ASTM Updates
This week's ASTM updates include four revised standards and two work items for brand new standards regarding Flexible Polypropylene Reinforced (fPP-R) Geomembranes and Polypropylene (PP) Corrugated Pipe & Corrugated Dual Wall PP Pipe (4" through 25"). Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates04_01_07.asp#4_9 GSA News ID: 1764
ASTM News
ASTM International has initiated the ASTM International 2007 Advantage Award, a case study competition with prizes up to $25,000. The award is an opportunity for the users of ASTM standards worldwide to convey the positive outcomes of an ASTM International standard or a group of ASTM International standards. Continued... http://69.7.224.88/viewnews.aspx?newsID=1077 GSA News ID: 1758
ASTM Updates
The first of the 2nd quarter's ASTM updates include three standards revisions. Go to the updates page where revised, reapproved and new ASTM standards/work items will be housed for April to June of 2007. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates04_01_07.asp GSA News ID: 1739
ASTM Update
One new Work Item for this week's ASTM update: Standard Classification System for Specifying Plastic Materials is a work item revision to existing standard D4000-04e1. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates01_01_07.asp#3_30 GSA News ID: 1727
ASTM Updates
This week's ASTM updates include four work items. Go to the updates page where you can find revised, reapproved and new ASTM standards and work items that have been sourced from the beginning of 2007. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates01_01_07.asp#3_12 GSA News ID: 1651
ASTM International Geosynthetics Committee Developing Prefabricated Vertical Drain Test
ASTM International Committee D35 on
Geosynthetics is currently developing a proposed new standard that covers the
test procedure for evaluating the effectiveness of prefabricated vertical
drains to enhance the consolidation of soils under specified conditions. The
proposed standard, WK13402, Test Method for Large Scale Consolidation Test for
Prefabricated Vertical Drains, is under the jurisdiction of Subcommittee
D35.03 on Permeability and Filtration.
“For geotechnical engineers that are very familiar with sand drains as a means
of accelerating consolidation of soft foundation soils, WK13402 will provide a
means of evaluating how prefabricated vertical drains perform in relation to a
sand drain,” says L. David Suits, a member of the task group developing the
standard and executive director, North American Geosynthetics Society. Suits
notes that the proposed standard will be most useful to engineers who are
designing structures or embankments over soft foundation walls.
For further technical information, contact L. David Suits, North American
Geosynthetics Society, Albany, N.Y. (phone: 518/869-2917;
Nagsdirector@aol.com). Committee D35 will meet June 27-29, 2007, at the June
Committee in Norfolk, Va. For membership or meeting information, contact
Christine Sierk, manager, Technical Committee Operations, ASTM International
(phone: 610/832-9728; csierk@astm.org).
Committee D35 is one of 139 ASTM technical standards-writing committees.
Established in 1898, ASTM International is one of the largest standards
development and delivery systems in the world. ASTM standards are accepted and
used in R&D, product testing, quality systems, and commercial transactions
around the globe.
GSA News ID: 1531
CEN / TC 189 Update
Europe's geosynthetic standards committee, CEN / TC 189, met in Brussels in mid-December with a few key issues to address. Fred Foubert, CEN / TC 189 Secretary, has sent us an update. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/CENTC189Jan07.asp GSA News ID: 1522
ASTM is Pleased to Announce a New Member Benefit for 2007!
An online Terminology Dictionary is now accessible to all technical committee members free of charge on the ASTM website. While the content mimics the print volume ASTM Dictionary of Engineering Science and Technology, this online dictionary offers the benefits of an electronic format including periodic updates as well as excellent search functionalities that will be a valuable resource in your standards development work. You may search for terms by technical committee or across all ASTM technical committees. Search results are returned quickly and in a sequenced order highlighting first those results that most closely match the searched term. All terms included in the Dictionary at this time are from terminology standards developed by ASTM technical committees. Terms defined in other ASTM standards (i.e. test methods, specifications, practices, guides and classifications) are not included; however, staff is exploring the feasibility of this option as a future enhancement.
To access the Terminology Dictionary, go to www.astm.org and login. Select My Committees. Then, select the last link in the My Tools box titled Terminology Dictionary.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact your staff manager. We are excited about the launch of this new tool and hope that you find the Terminology Dictionary to be helpful. Of course, we welcome your feedback on its utility and function at any time. Thank you for your participation in ASTM International standards development work and best wishes for a very happy, healthy New Year.
- Kathie Morgan,
General Manager, Technical Committee Support,
ASTM International Continued... http://www.astm.org GSA News ID: 1526
Change of Hotel for ASTM 2007 January Committee Week
The Hilton Costa Mesa Hotel is unable to accommodate the ASTM 2007 January Committee Week. The meeting has been moved to another hotel in the same area of Orange County, CA. The dates of this meeting HAVE NOT changed and remain January 28 - February 2, 2007. The new hotel is:
Hilton Anaheim,
777 Convention Way,
Anaheim, CA, 92802. Tel:
1-714-750-4321.
For hotel information, visit their website at the link below.
The Anaheim Hilton will be able to provide the meeting space we require and they are excited and ready to host our meeting. The hotel is located close to many tourist attractions and is served by the following airports:
John Wayne Airport,
distance from hotel: 14 miles / Drive time: 20 minutes Super Shuttle: $15, Taxi approximately $35.
Los Angeles International,
distance from hotel: 35 miles / Drive time: 45-60 minutes Super Shuttle: $15, Taxi approximately $85. HOTEL RESERVATIONS -
If you have a confirmed reservation at the Hilton Costa Mesa (using the ASTM Code) your reservation will automatically be transferred to the Hilton Anaheim. It will take a couple of days to transfer reservations from the Hilton Costa Mesa to the Hilton Anaheim. You may call 1-800-222-9923 for confirmation beginning on Friday, January 5th (3:00pm EST).
If you provided an email address when you made your original reservation you will receive a confirmation by email.
If you do not receive an emailed confirmation by Friday, January 5th (3:00PM EST), call Hilton Reservations at: 1-800-222-9923 to receive your confirmation number.
Instructions below for attendees who: Did not make reservation using the ASTM Code, made reservations at alternate hotels in Costa Mesa, or have not made any reservations and plan to attend this meeting
The Anaheim Hilton is now sold out as a result of taking the existing ASTM Reservations. The following reservation service has been set up to assist you with your room reservations:
A Room With A View:
1-800-780-4343, or
1-817-453-8038 (International),
1-817-453-9140 (24 Hour Fax),
Email: ARWAV@charter.net.
ARWAV will review with you hotels available near the Anaheim Hilton and the rates at the various overflow properties.
The Hilton Cost Mesa Hotel apologizes for the inconvenience and will offer the following incentives to ASTM attendees: Attendees with previously confirmed reservations (under the ASTM Code)
relocated to the Anaheim Hilton with have their room rate reduced to $99, with the rate difference subsidized by the Hilton Costa Mesa; On Tuesday, January 30th, the Hilton Costa Mesa will sponsor an upscale
reception, held at the
Hilton Anaheim, with food for all ASTM attendees; The Hilton Anaheim is located within walking distance or a short trolley ride
from Disneyland and Downtown Disney which has many restaurants and shops.
Every attendee pre-registered for the meeting will receive a $50 Disney Dollar coupon which can be used in Disneyland, or any Disney restaurant, or Disney shop. Coupons will be distributed at the ASTM Registration Desk.
If you haven't already pre-registered for this meeting - please do so now at: http://myastm.astm.org. Continued... http://www.anaheim.hilton.com GSA News ID: 1520
ASTM Updates
Standard Test Method for Rigidity of Polyolefin Film and Sheeting has been revised, Standard Classification System for Specifying Plastic Materials has had an epsilon edit, Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Thin Plastic Sheeting is a work item revision to existing standard D882-02. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates10_01_06.asp#12_18 GSA News ID: 1509
The meeting and registration information for the ASTM January Committee Week (January 28 - February 2, 2007) in Costa Mesa, CA is available on the ASTM web site. Continued... http://myastm.astm.org GSA News ID: 1451
ASTM Digital Library
ASTM International announces the new,
digital version of its entire library of technical information in digitized
format. This new information repository enables users to access nearly all of
the ASTM literature spanning more than 140 technical committees and more than
100 years.
This dynamic and versatile online resource includes:
* 945 Special Technical Publications,
* 50+ manuals,
* 13,000 journal articles,
* 40,000 papers and chapters;
* And more.
From metals, petroleum and construction to the environment, forensics and
consumer products, ASTM’s comprehensive and authoritative collection of work
is an invaluable resource. Users of its Digital Library will find a self-
service environment with the capability of locating a few articles or
chapters, an entire book, or the entire library related to a particular topic.
Flexible subscription options, which meet a variety of needs, include:
* Complete ASTM library of books, journals, peer-reviewed papers, and articles,
* Selected topic(s)—whatever area of expertise, access every ASTM book,
article, or paper within that subject,
* The entire library of STPs,
* The entire library of manuals and monographs,
* The entire library of journal articles,
* Any combination of 25, 50, or 100 papers or chapters, or,
* Download individual papers, chapters, and books as needed.
Full text searching provides detailed search results. Searching by author,
symposia, committee, author, abstract, or title are also available.
For more information, go to the continued link below.
Subscriptions to the ASTM Digital Library are available through ASTM Customer
Service (phone: 610/832-9585; fax: 610/832-9555; service@astm.org), or online
at www.astm.org. Continued... http://www.astm.org/digitallibrary GSA News ID: 1445
ASTM Update
1 new approved ASTM standard update this week, D5262 - Standard Test Method for Evaluating the Unconfined Tension Creep Rupture Behavior of Geosynthetics has been revised to D5262-06. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates10_01_06.asp#11_17 GSA News ID: 1438
The increased use of geomembranes as
barrier materials to restrict liquid migration from one location to another
created a need for a test method to evaluate the quality of geomembrane seams
produced by tape methods. ASTM International Committee D35 on Geosynthetics
has met this need with the approval of the new standard D 7272, Test Method
for Determining the Integrity of Seams Used in Joining Geomembranes by Pre-
manufactured Taped Methods. The standard is under the jurisdiction of
Subcommittee D35.10 on Geomembranes.
“As the magnitude and visibility of the projects that incorporate geomembranes
with taped seams increased, it became apparent that engineers wanted an
internationally recognized standard to determine the quality of the seams
being made in the field,” says Jeff PanKonie, senior sales engineer, Firestone
Specialty Products. While taped seams had been tested according to D 4437,
Practice for Determining the Integrity of Field Steams Used in Joining
Flexible Polymeric Sheet Geomembranes, PanKonie notes that the new Test Method
D 7272 more accurately addresses the unique characteristics of taped seams.
Test Method D 7272 was developed to be used with most taped seams, whether the
membrane is reinforced or non-reinforced. The standard also has allowances for
seam width, since seams can vary greatly with taped products dependent on the
manufacturer and the types of membrane and taped seam.
PanKonie says that D 7272 will become a reference for engineers designing
projects with taped seams, as well as for contractors who can use the standard
for field testing. In addition, laboratories will be able to use the new test
method to determine if field seams using taped products meet minimum
requirements established by design engineers. Using the standard to record and
report data such as separation that occurs during the peel test and elongation
during the shear tests will allow quality assurance engineers to repair
inferior seams during construction, thus minimizing the potential for seam
separation while in service.
Interested parties are invited to participate in the standards developing
activities of Subcommittee D35.10. ASTM International standards are available
for purchase from Customer Service (phone: 610/832-9585; service@astm.org) or
at www.astm.org. For further technical information, contact Jeff PanKonie,
Firestone Specialty Products, Indianapolis, Ind. (phone: 317/575-7238;
PankonieJeff@firestonesp.com). Committee D35 meets Jan. 31-Feb. 2, 2007, at
the January Committee Week in Costa Mesa, Calif. For membership or meeting
information, contact Christine Sierk, manager, Technical Committee Operations,
ASTM International (phone: 610/832-9728; csierk@astm.org).
Committee D35 is one of 139 ASTM technical standards-writing committees.
Established in 1898, ASTM International is one of the largest standards
development and delivery systems in the world. ASTM standards are accepted and
used in R&D, product testing, quality systems, and commercial transactions
around the globe. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/standards.asp?keywords=7272 GSA News ID: 1397
ASTM Updates
Updates for 16 October: 3 revised standards and 4 work items (1 for a new standard).
Updates for 23 October: 2 revised standards and 2 work items (1 for a new standard). Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates10_01_06.asp#10_16 GSA News ID: 1394
People
As written in EPI's The Liner Letter, "ASTM International recently recognized Mark Wolschon for his outstanding efforts as Task Group Leader for the development of ASTM Standard 7177 Standard Specification for Air Channel Evaluation of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Dual Track Seamed Geomembranes." Congratulations go out to Mark from geosynthetica.
GSA News ID: 1381
Calculation Method
ASTM International Committee D35 on Geosynthetics has developed a new standard that is an important step toward the improvement of filtration design for non-woven geotextiles. The standard, D 7178, Practice for Determining the Number of Constrictions “m” of Non-Woven Geotextiles as a Complementary Filtration Property, will provide engineers and researchers a common basis for accurate determination of an important products property… Continued... http://69.7.224.88/viewnews.aspx?newsID=962 GSA News ID: 1382
ASTM Updates
One revised standard (Standard Test Method for Plastics: Dynamic Mechanical Properties: In Tension) and one work item (Standard Specification for Polyethylene Plastics Pipe and Fittings Materials) in this week's ASTM updates. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates10_01_06.asp GSA News ID: 1359
ASTM Updates
One new reapproved ASTM standard (Standard Practice for Determination of Structural Features in Polyolefins and Polyolefin Copolymers by Infrared Spectrophotometry) and one work item (Standard Test Method for Mineral Stabilizer Content of Prefabricated Bituminous Geomembranes) are among the updates this week. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates07_01_06.asp#9_18 GSA News ID: 1342
1 revised Standard, (Standard Specification for PVC Corrugated Sewer Pipe With a Smooth Interior and Fittings) and 2 Work Items are among this latest ASTM Standards update. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates07_01_06.asp#8_21 GSA News ID: 1311
ASTM Updates
1 revised Standard, and 3 Work Items are among this latest ASTM Standards update. Tearing Strength of Fabrics, Rigid Cellular Polystyrene Geofoam, Gels (Fisheyes), and Poly(Vinyl Chloride) Resins are included. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates07_01_06.asp#8_14 GSA News ID: 1291
ASTM Updates
4 revised or newly approved Standards, 2 brand new Standards (Determining the Integrity of Seams Used in Joining Geomembranes by Pre-manufactured Taped Methods and Mineral Stabilizer Content of Prefabricated Bituminous Geomembranes - BGM) and 3 Work Items are among this latest ASTM Standards update. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates07_01_06.asp#8_7 GSA News ID: 1288
ASTM Updates
This week's updates include 1 New Standard (Standard Practice for Determining the Number of Constrictions "m" of Non-Woven Geotextiles as a Complementary Filtration Property) and 5 Reapproved Standards, as well as one Work Item to existing Standard 4355-05 Standard Test Method for Deterioration of Geotextiles by Exposure to Light, Moisture and Heat in a Xenon Arc Type Apparatus. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates07_01_06.asp#7_31 GSA News ID: 1265
ASTM Updates
Five New Approved Standards and two Work Items are included in this update from ASTM. RECPS, TRMS, Ply Adhesion, Hoop Tensile Strength and Hydraulic Properties are some of the topics. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates07_01_06.asp#7_17 GSA News ID: 1245
Not Your Standard Meeting
There was much forward movement at the 2006 CEN/TC 189 meeting in Trondheim (Norway) on 18th and 19th of May. Read the review by Fred Foubert, Secretary. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/CENTC189July06.asp GSA News ID: 1217
One New Approved ASTM Standard and one Brand New Standard for this week includes D4101 - Standard Specification for Polypropylene Injection and Extrusion Materials has been revised to D4101-06 (revised) Standard Specification for Non-Reinforced Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Geomembranes Used in Buried Applications (new). Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates04_01_06.asp#6_5 GSA News ID: 1168
ASTM Updates
Four Work Items including PVC DWV Pipe Fittings, Polypropylene Injection and Extrusion Materials, Tear-Propagation Resistance (Trouser Tear) of Plastic Film and Thin Sheeting by a Single-Tear Method, and Determining Ignition Temperature of Plastics are available on-line this week. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates04_01_06.asp#5_15 GSA News ID: 1148
June Committee Week
The Sheraton Centre Toronto has agreed to extend the Hotel Cut-Off Date to: May 26, 2006. ASTM Preregistration Cut-Off Date: June 7, 2006 If you have not already preregistered, the Meeting and Registration Information for the ASTM June Committee Week (June 11-16, 2006) in Toronto, Canada is available on the ASTM web site at the "continued" link below. Continued... http://myastm.astm.org GSA News ID: 1151
The D35 (06-02) Committee Ballot is now posted on the ASTM web site. To access the ballot, please go to the link below and login. This will give you access to your personalized 'My ASTM' page. The minutes, rosters and agendas (where available) are also posted in this area. Continued... http://myastm.astm.org GSA News ID: 1126
ASTM Updates
Five Work Items including Water-Containment Membrane, Plastic Pipe Fittings, and Nonrigid Vinyl Chloride Plastic Film and Sheeting are available on-line this week. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates04_01_06.asp#5_2 GSA News ID: 1122
ASTM Ballot Notification...
The D35 (06-01) Committee Ballot is now posted on the ASTM web site. To access the ballot, please go to http://myastm.astm.org and login. This will give you access to your personalized 'My ASTM' page. The minutes, rosters and agendas (where available) are also posted in this area.
The meeting schedule is available by selecting the "Meetings & Symposia" link on your personalized 'My ASTM' page approximately two months prior to the next meeting.
The ballot will be open and available on the web from APR 24, 2006 - MAY 31, 2006.
All voting members are required to return ballots. Your ballot response is important to the committee in obtaining the required 60% return for a valid ballot. The return of ballots is a measure of a member's participation on a committee.
It is critical that ASTM is notified of any changes to mailing and email addresses as soon as possible. This may be done by going to your 'My ASTM' page and selecting "Update your information". Alternatively, send corrections along with your member number to mailto:changes@astm.org or phone ASTM Customer Service at (610) 832- 9585 or fax at (610) 832-9555. Continued... http://myastm.astm.org GSA News ID: 1112
ASTM Committee Members Meeting at the June Committee Week Information
Hotel Reservations Cut-Off Date: Monday, May 14, 2006, rooms are still
available.
Group Rate, $207 (CAD).
The Sheraton Centre Toronto is offering the following incentives to ASTM attendees who make their reservation prior to May 14, 2006.1) A random drawing for two theatre tickets for "Lord of the Rings" On Tuesday, June 13, 2006. 2) Four random drawings for upgrades to a small one-bedroom suite. 3) 10%f lunch and dinner menus (food only) in the hotel outlets (available to all
attendees housed at the Sheraton, just present your room key) (Winners will be notified after the drawing).
To make your room reservation use the following link to the hotel:
http://www.starwoodmeeting.com/StarGroupsWeb/res?id=0506246062&key=C7906 or call the hotel at 416-361-1000 or 1-888-627-7175.
Meeting Registration Cut-Off Date: June 7, 2006. If you have not already preregistered, the Meeting and Registration.
Information for the ASTM May Committee Week (June 11-16, 2006) in
Toronto, Canada is available on the ASTM web site at the link below.
To locate your meeting:
Select the `Login Here? Button; you will be prompted for your nine-digit member number and your password.
On your `My Committees? Page, select the `Meetings and Symposia? Link for your committee. Select the blue hyperlink under Future Meetings. Follow this link for meeting information, meeting schedules, and online registration.
We request all attendees to preregister for this meeting. The registration information significantly assists us in preparations for the committee week and final meeting room assignments are based on expected attendance. Closer to the meeting date, a copy of the committee schedule with meeting room names will be emailed to all preregistered attendees.
For additional meeting information, contact Dottie Meyers at: dmeyers@astm.org or 610-832-9706. Continued... http://myastm.astm.org GSA News ID: 1106
ASTM Updates
Two New Approved Standards (one brand new - Hybrid Geosynthetic Paving Mats) and four Work Items (two for new standards - Geosynthetic Drainage Products and EPDM Sheet). Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates04_01_06.asp#4_17 GSA News ID: 1101
ASTM Manual
Learn how to achieve a successful presentation with the expected results. This ASTM Manual on Preparing and Delivering Technical Presentations guides engineers, technologists, scientists and students through the process of preparing and delivering an oral presentation. Continued... http://www.astm.org/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/BOOKSTORE/PUBS/1052.htm?E+mystore GSA News ID: 1083
One new approved ASTM standard includes the Standard Specification for Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Corrugated Sewer Pipe With a Smooth Interior and Fittings and the new ASTM work item for this period involves Standard Practice for Xenon Arc Exposure of Plastics Intended for Outdoor Applications. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates04_01_06.asp GSA News ID: 1075
Attention ASTM Members
The meeting and registration information for the ASTM June Committee Week (June 11-16, 2006) in Toronto, Canada is available on the ASTM web site found at the "continued" link below. Continued... http://myastm.astm.org GSA News ID: 1066
ASTM Updates
Two Revised Standards are updated - one for Rigid Cellular Polystyrene Geofoam and one regarding Shear Strength Between Segmental Concrete Units (Modular Concrete Blocks). Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates01_01_06.asp#3_27 GSA News ID: 1062
Certificate of Appreciation
ASTM International was recognized with the Certificate of Appreciation for Achievement in Trade for its work with Vietnam in helping that country adopt international standards in the areas of petroleum, aviation fuels, gasoline, nondestructive testing, road construction, roofing materials, and coal. Continued... http://69.7.224.88/viewnews.aspx?newsID=832 GSA News ID: 1057
Attention ASTM Technical Contacts and Subcommittee Chairmen
ASTM is pleased to announce two new tools that are available to assist in administration of work items and standards maintenance.
Both new tools will be located on your MyASTM/MyCommittees page, where you go to access minutes, ballots, schedules etc. Incidentally, you may now directly access the login page for this location by going to the "continued" link below. You may want to add this to your browser favorites list.
In your MyASTM/MyCommittees page, My Work Items is located in the navigation bar on the left side of the page. This is a link to a consolidated list of those work items on which you are a member. For work items where you are the technical contact, the work item number is displayed in red.
Standards Tracking enables an enhanced view of your standards jurisdiction list that includes the status of each standard along with needed action and links to any current work item. The list may be displayed in standards designation order or in order of year date so that you may more easily prioritize needed actions. This list will be especially useful by providing needed information when planning for ballot submittals, upcoming meeting agendas, and for the status of subcommittee standards.
We believe that these new tools will greatly assist you by offering expedient access to your work items and standards maintenance.
We hope that you find these tools to be useful. As always, we welcome your feedback. If you have any difficulties or comments as you access the Standards Tracking and My Work Items tools, please contact your staff manager or Kathie Morgan (610-832-9721 or kmorgan@astm.org ). Alternatively, you may call a Technical Support Representative. For technical assistance over the phone, contact 1-800-262-1373 (USA & Canada) or 610-832-9578 (International).
Thank you for your active participation in ASTM. Continued... http://myastm.astm.org GSA News ID: 1054
Pre-Registration: February 1, 2006, Hotel Reservations: Friday, January 6, 2006. ASTM has a group rate of $129. After January 6 (or earlier if the room block is filled), the hotel will only accept reservations at their regular rate of $243. Continued... https://resweb.passkey.com/Resweb.do?mode=welcome_gi_new&groupID=52030 GSA News ID: 938
ASTM News
Agreement Provides Technical Support to Assist in Rebuilding Afghan Infrastructure and Facilitates Collaboration in ASTM Standards Development. A new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between ASTM International and the Afghan National Standardization Authority (ANSA) will promote communication in standards development. Continued... http://69.7.224.88/viewnews.aspx?newsID=757 GSA News ID: 924
Two standards updates (geotextiles, subsurface investigation) and five work items (PE pipe, dynamic mechanical properties, indentation hardness, impact resistance, tensile strength). Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates10_03_05.asp#stand10_26 GSA News ID: 908
Members of Committee D35
The registration information and preliminary program for the ASTM Workshop Hydraulic Applications in Geosynthetics, November 2, 2005, held at ASTM Headquarters is accessible at the "continued" link below. Continued... http://www.astm.org/MEETINGS/COMMIT/d35symp.html GSA News ID: 887
The ASTM Committee Week scheduled February 5-10, 2006 has been relocated from New Orleans to Phoenix over the same dates.
This meeting will be held at the Hyatt Regency Phoenix (downtown) and the ASTM group rate will be $129 single or double.
The complete meeting notice will be available approximately 12 weeks prior to the meeting dates.
We are deeply saddened over the loss of life and the great city of New Orleans due to hurricane Katrina. The Hyatt Regency New Orleans will not be able to accept groups at the very least through March 31, 2006 and quite possibly until 2007.
Thank you for understanding the necessity of moving this meeting.
GSA News ID: 870
D35 Members
D35 Chairman, Sam Allen, is asking for support and participation in the ISO TC 221 meeting on geosynthetics at ASTM headquarters. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ISOTCFunding.pdf GSA News ID: 868
ASTM New Orleans Committee Week
Due to the destruction from hurricane Katrina it is necessary to relocate our 2006 January-February Committee Week in New Orleans.
We are actively researching alternate locations and already have some possibilities. As soon as we determine and confirm the new location, the information will be posted on our website (see link below) and a notice sent to the committee members.
Our heartfelt sympathy is extended to everyone affected by this devastating loss.
Thank you for your understanding and patience, and rest assured we are committed to obtain a place to hold our meeting. -
Betty Schultz,
Director of Meetings Continued... http://www.astm.org/cgi-bin/SoftCart.exe/filtrexx40.cgi?U+mystore+lamp4249+/usr6/htdocs/astm.org/MEETINGS/meetingsindex.frm GSA News ID: 866
ASTM Updates
2 new approved ASTM standards and 4 work items (2 for completely new standards). Topics include PVC pipe, charpy impact resistance, high temp GPC of polyolefins, polystyrene foam, and unconfined tension creep behavior. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates07_11_05.asp#stand8_22 GSA News ID: 855
New updates for July include one brand new standard for thermoplastic pipe and one work item for measuring thickness by manual ultrasonic pulse-echo contact method. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates07_11_05.asp GSA News ID: 825
At the recent meeting in Reno, there was discussion regarding the location of a future meeting of the committee. The D35 Executive Subcommittee feels it is important to get feedback from the entire committee membership prior to making a decision. The Cancun March 2008 Consideration Response is requested BY Friday July 8th. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/calendar/D35CancunSurvey.doc GSA News ID: 819
ASTM Updates
5 updates for the last two weeks of the second quarter. 2 Work Items and 3 New Approved Standards include Dynamic Mechanical Properties of Plastics, Carbon Black In Olefin Plastics, Slow-Crack-Growth Resistance, and Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene.
GSA News ID: 814
New South African Standard
The recent publication of SANS 10409 (Full title:
Design, selection and installation of geomembranes) is
important news to all involved in water supply, waste
disposal, and civil engineering projects that involve
geomembranes. Together with SANS 1526 (in full,
Thermoplastics sheeting for use as a geomembrane), and SANS 10221/SABS 0221
(in full, The testing of geotextiles)
there are now three standards that are essential reading
for anyone involved in using these geosynthetics. To view abstracts of all three South African Standards, please go to the "continued" link below. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/standards_sans1.asp GSA News ID: 797
Standards Meeting
During the AWWA Conference in San Francisco, CA., the AWWA Standard M25 Committee on "Flexible-Membrane Covers and Linings for Potable-Water Reservoirs" will be gathering on Wednesday, 14 June 2005. Please contact: Doug Hilts, 951 265 4034, for more information.
GSA News ID: 799
ASTM Reminder
Registration for the ASTM June Committee Week June 12-17, 2005 Reno Hilton Resort Reno, NV. Important notice: The Reno Hilton Resort has agreed to extend the Hotel Cut-Off Date to: May 21, 2005. ASTM Pre-registration Cut-Off Date is June 9, 2005. Continued... http://myastm.astm.org GSA News ID: 777
D35 Members, if you have not already preregistered, the Meeting and Registration Information for the ASTM June Committee Week (June 12-17, 2005) in Reno, NV is available on the ASTM web site at the link below. Continued... http://myastm.astm.org GSA News ID: 759
ASTM Updates
New approved standards and work items from ASTM for the month of April. Inculdes 10 revised standards, 15 work items (2 brand new), 1 withdrawn and 2 newly established standards. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates04_26_05.asp GSA News ID: 752
ASTM Ballot Notification
The D35 (05-01) Committee Ballot is now posted on the ASTM web site. To access the ballot, please go to the "continued" link below and login. This will give you access to your personalized 'My ASTM' page. The minutes, rosters and agendas (where available) are also posted in this area.
The meeting schedule is available by selecting the "Meetings & Symposia" link on your personalized 'My ASTM' page approximately two months prior to the next meeting.
The ballot will be open and available on the web from Apr 15, 2005 - May 16, 2006.
All voting members are required to return ballots. Your ballot response is important to the committee in obtaining the required 60% return for a valid ballot. The return of ballots is a measure of a member's participation on a committee.
It is critical that ASTM is notified of any changes to mailing and email addresses as soon as possible. This may be done by going to your 'My ASTM' page and selecting "Update your information". Alternatively, send corrections along with your member number to changes@astm.org or phone ASTM Customer Service at (610) 832- 9585 or fax at (610) 832-9555. Continued... http://myastm.astm.org GSA News ID: 744
ASTM Updates
Last week: 1 Standard revision and 7 Work Items
This week: 1 Standard revision and 4 Work Items including the NEW Filtration efficiency of proposed geotextiles for use in tube applications by hanging bag test. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates01_05_05.asp#stand3_15 GSA News ID: 729
ASTM Updates
2 New Approved Standards and 2 Work Items from ASTM, January 2005.
GSA News ID: 687
ASTM International Announces New Publication on Standards on Transportation Applications
For the first time, 743 ASTM
standards related to transportation and highway engineering have been compiled
into a three-volume set, ASTM Standards on Transportation Applications. The
compilation, now available from ASTM International, meets the needs of
industry, the Department of Transportation, and the Federal Highway
Administration, and it includes documents from nine volumes of the Annual Book
of ASTM Standards.
ASTM Standards on Transportation Applications is an invaluable publication
for railroad, air, and port authorities; engineering firms; state and federal
highway officials; and members of all transportation and highway engineering
associations. The set includes standards developed by 11 ASTM technical
committees, including:
-- C01 on Cement,
-- C09 on Concrete and Concrete Aggregates,
-- C12 on Mortars and Grouts for Unit Masonry,
-- C13 on Concrete Pipe,
-- C15 on Manufactured Masonry Units,
-- D04 on Road and Paving Materials,
-- D18 on Soil and Rock,
-- D35 on Geosynthetics,
-- E17 on Vehicle-Pavement Systems,
-- E50 on Environmental Assessment, Risk Management and Corrective Action,
and
-- F17 on Plastic Piping Systems.
Copies of ASTM Standards on Transportation Applications (2004, 4,379
pages, hard cover, ISBN 0-8031-3337-5; Stock #TRANS04) are available for
purchase from ASTM Customer Service (phone: 610/832-9585, fax: 610/832-9555,
or e-mail: service@astm.org) for $795 North America; $875 elsewhere.
Established in 1898, ASTM International is one of the largest standards
development and delivery systems in the world. ASTM standards are accepted and
used in research and development, product testing, quality systems, and
commercial transactions around the globe.
Nanotechnology Standards Development Subject of Upcoming ASTM International Meeting
On Jan. 18, 2005, ASTM
International will hold an organizational meeting to discuss the development
of consensus standards for Nanotechnology. The meeting will take place at ASTM
International Headquarters in West Conshohocken, Pa.
At a planning meeting held on Oct. 1, 2004, at NIST Headquarters, key
representatives from the many stakeholders affected by the nanotech space,
including the government (NIST, U.S. FDA), academic (CBEN/Rice University),
legal, and industrial sectors unanimously agreed to hold an organizational
meeting for the development of this new activity within ASTM International.
Various disciplines, including consumers, manufacturers, suppliers, trade and
professional societies, and federal agencies are being invited to participate.
The attendees at the planning meeting recognized that while research into
properties, synthesis, and applications of nanostructures is growing at an
exponential rate, there does not exist (at present) a common language to
describe the chemical compositions and physical forms of these new materials.
This absence hampers technical communication within the myriad fields involved
in this space, and prevents outreach to the public at large as products
containing nanomaterials enter the marketplace.
ASTM International stands ready to accommodate this new standardization
initiative. Stakeholder involvement at this meeting is critical to guide the
direction for this new activity. The time is now for participation in a
neutral forum whereby the private and public sectors can work together to
develop a consensus standards program. ASTM International provides a
management system for the development of standards and related information for
materials, products, systems, and services used globally. All segments of an
industry (producers, users, consumers, government, and academia) participate
in the development of this information to ensure that all technical points of
view are represented - it is extremely important that all parties are
confident they will have fair and equal representation in the development of
the final consensus standards. Finally, ASTM International provides leadership
and management support for 136 standards developing committees. These
committees have produced over 11,000 standards for an extremely diverse
collection of industries.
For questions concerning the above, please feel free to contact Pat A.
Picariello, director, Developmental Operations, ASTM International (phone:
610/832-9720; ppicarie@astm.org).
Established in 1898, ASTM International is one of the largest standards
development and delivery systems in the world. ASTM standards are accepted and
used in R&D, product testing, quality systems, and commercial transactions
around the globe.
New Approved ASTM Standards: D1709 - Standard Test Methods for Impact Resistance of Plastic Film by the Free-Falling Dart Method has been revised to D1709-04; D2673 - Standard Specification for Oriented Polypropylene Film has been revised to D2673-04; D5681 - Standard Terminology for Waste and Waste Management has been reapproved, available as D5681-98a(2004). New ASTM Work Items: WK5987 - Standard Test Method for Joint Restraint Products for Use with PVC Pipe is a work item revision to existing standard F1674-96; WK6070 - Standard Test Method for Deterioration of Geotextiles by Exposure to Light, Moisture and Heat in a Xenon Arc Type Apparatus is a work item revision to existing standard D4355-02; WK6101 - Standard Test Method for Determining Dynamic Air Permeability of Inflatable Restraint Fabrics is a work item revision to existing standard D6476-02. Continued... http://www.geosynthetica.net/news/ASTMupdates10_18_04.asp#stand11_03 GSA News ID: 635
U.S.-Based Standards Organizations to use $399,500 Commerce Department Award to Establish Presence in China. Consortium Aims to Identify and Remove Non-Tariff Barriers to Trade.
On October 13, 2004,, the U.S. Commerce Department announced that it would make $399,500 available for the establishment of an office in Beijing for China Standards and Conformity Assessment. The CSCA office is an initiative by a four-member consortium: The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME), The American Petroleum Institute (API), ASTM International, and CSA America.
Consortium members have a significant knowledge base and resources for standards and conformity assessment in a broad array of industry sectors
including: consumer products, medical devices, manufacturing components, tools, petroleum & gas extraction/processing/distribution, power generation, building materials, boilers, and compressed gas.
Through its CSCA office in Beijing, the consortium will form relationships with peer agencies in China, monitor standards development, and promote acceptance of members' standards and conformity assessment systems. Once established and staffed, the CSCA Beijing office will prepare Chinese marketing materials and a website, obtain market and standards information of strategic importance, network with government agencies and standards officials, and conduct training.
“The Commerce Department is pleased to partner with ASME, API, ASTM International, and CSA America on this project,” said Ben Wu, nominee for Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Technology Policy nominee. “This partnership reflects the Bush Administration’s commitment to opening new markets, growing better American jobs and creating an environment for businesses to innovate, compete and prosper.”
The funds awarded to the consortium are made available through the Commerce Department’s Market Development Cooperator Program (MDCP), a public-private partnership developed to help small and medium-sized U.S.
Firms expand exports that support jobs. The MDCP is a competitive program of the Commerce Department’s International Trade Administration. The program builds partnerships by providing financial and technical assistance to non-profit organizations involved in improving competitiveness and developing foreign markets. The consortium will match every federal dollar with two dollars of its own.
Ben Wu, President Bush’s nominee for Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Technology Policy, made the announcement this evening at the U.S.
Celebration of World Standards Day 2004. The event, which culminated with a dinner at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in Washington, D.C., was attended by representatives of about 50 trade associations, professional societies, standards development organizations, corporations, and government agencies.
World Standards Day recognizes the important role standards play in meeting the technical needs of business, government, and consumers. The U.S. event was organized by the Commerce Department’s National Institute of Standards and Technology and the American National Standards Institute, in cooperation with the Aerospace Industries Association.
For more information about the Market Development Cooperator Program, please visit the "continued" link below. Continued... http://www.export.gov/mdcp GSA News ID: 628
