ASTM is launching a new subcommittee that will develop test methods and specifications for coatings and linings used in hydroelectric power plants.  The new group is part of the Committee on…

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A proposed ASTM standard will provide a test that determines whether single and multilayer coated packaging products will be compostable in industrial composting facilities.

The proposed…

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A newly proposed standard developed by Committee D18 on Soil and Rock will lead to more effective cleanup programs for groundwater contamination…

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A proposed ASTM standard will provide a means to test and evaluate alternate fuel sources, such as biofuels, for metals. The proposed standard (…

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A new ASTM International standard will provide structured guidance in deciphering whether silver nanoparticles are present in certain products. Committee…

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A new ASTM standard will be used to help ensure the safety of drinking water. The new standard (soon to be published as D8001, Test Method for Determination of Total Nitrogen, Total Kjeldahl…

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A revision to the most widely used fuel specification in the world incorporates the new ethanol blend of up to 15%. The revision is aimed at improving driveability and performance for consumers…

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A newly proposed standard (WK54335, Specification for Cellular Wall Polypropylene (PP) Chambers) concerning storm water collection chambers…

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A new ASTM International standard will be used to help measure the potential for metal corrosion in aquatic environments such as piers, docks, vessels, and pipelines transporting natural gas and…

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A proposed ASTM International standard will help measure the thickness of plastic film. The new standard (WK54333, Test Method for Measuring…

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