The 1990s were not a good decade for candle safety.

Coffee shop culture was in style thanks to popular TV shows like “Friends,” and scented candles became a staple in dorm rooms and…

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Not every middle schooler has a 3D printer at home, and not every middle school student has more than a passing interest in such an advanced home gadget. But Caitlin Gorin does.

And for the…

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Standards support the safety and well-being of equestrians, and ASTM International’s committee on sports equipment, playing surfaces, and facilities (F08) is dedicated to developing them. The…

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When you put gas in your car, there can be problems if you choose the wrong product. 

In the field of aviation, the consequences of such a mistake are far more severe. To help avoid such…

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Since 1969, ASTM International’s committee on nuclear fuel cycle (C26) has led the way in developing globally relevant standards for crucial aspects of the nuclear industry. 

“For the…

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Above: Inspired by an iconic Seinfeld cast photo, the cast of ASTM International’s Communications Department nails it… almost. From left: Associate Editor Cicely Enright, Digital…

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Every day, millions of people exercise in gyms where advanced equipment helps them reach their fitness goals.

Usually, gym patrons handle fitness equipment with ease. 

But for people…

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Thousands of ASTM International members will soon flock to Washington, D.C., over three committee weeks in…

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If the subject is stucco, ASTM International’s committee on gypsum and related building materials and systems (C11) is on it.…

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When you’re walking on the beach, canoeing on a river, or fishing in a nearby pond, you’re enjoying the moment (hopefully, anyway) and the surroundings. You may be talking with someone or thinking…

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