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Maintenance Requirements for Steam Locomotives
A proposed ASTM International standard will provide minimum requirements for the inspection and maintenance of steam locomotives that operate in amusement parks. Experts from both the amusement park and steam locomotive industries have joined… more
Industry sectors:
Transportation

Features
Why Waterparks Are Surging in Popularity Across the Globe – Podcast
Waterparks become a popular destination as summer approaches in the Northern hemisphere. From waterslides and wave pools to log flumes and inner tube rides, amusement parks provide a wide range of activities to have fun and cool off. Amusement ride… more
Industry sectors:
Safety

Features
How Roller Coasters Are Using Technology to Reach New Heights – Podcast
Amusement rides are entering the “EST” economy: tallest, fastest, highest, biggest. That’s according to amusement ride expert Franceen Gonzales, who spoke on the latest episode of ASTM International’s podcast, Standards Impact.   During the… more
Industry sectors:
Safety