ASTM is an independent, not-for-profit standards-writing organization. They promulgate standards in many diverse technical disciplines. ASTM is the forum for a majority of standards in the USA, especially those related to plastic materials and products testing. ASTM writes standards and conducts educational training seminars (specifications, test methods and guides). ASTM does not conduct testing, listing, certifying, or enforcement of its standards. [Back]

ASTM E679 is an ASTM International standard method for determination of odor thresholds. This standard was first published in 1979 as E679-79, when it replaced the static threshold "Syringe Method", ASTM D1391. In 1991, minor revisions were made and the standard was renumbered E679 -91. Most recently, in 2004, additional examples were added to the standard and the newest revision is published as E679-04.

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The ASTM standards that address the manufacture of the different types of copper tube allowed for fuel gas distribution do not require that the tube carry the ASTM logo or stamp, or standard designation. These standards do outline specific product identification requirements for copper tube made to these standards. This generally includes marking of the tube to include the type of tube (K, L, M, ACR, etc.), name or trademark of the manufacturer, or both, and the country of origin.

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Yes, the Hydramatic and EZ-Cover pool cover systems have been tested by UL and exceed the ASTM F1346-91 standard for swimming pool safety covers. Additionally, these covers also exceed the Afnor NF-P90-308 for France.

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Does it mean the product is acid-free or archival? The ASTM D4236 designation means that the product is labeled in accordance with all state and federal laws regarding toxicity. This standard has no relevance to scrapbook preservation. with ASTM D4236, this seal pertains to the product health safety issues.

ASTM F 876-Standard Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Tubing: This standard for PEX tubing products contains over one dozen different performance tests such as: burst pressure, sustained pressure, environmental stress cracking, density, dimensions, workmanship, degree of crosslinking, and stabilizer functionality. This performance standard is used by the industry as the benchmark for minimum short-term product performance of PEX tubing. [Back]

ASTM F 877-Standard Specification for Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEX) Plastic Hot- and Cold-Water Distribution Systems: This standard for PEX tubing and distribution components contains nine different performance tests such as: burst pressure, sustained pressure, density, dimensions, workmanship, thermocycling, hot and cold bent tube testing, and excessive temperature.