Our products meet the ASTM standard put in place for that particular product. Some of our products do not have a standard set forth by ASTM. However, we still maintain a high quality of production on these parts.

ASTM standards are used by individuals, companies, and agencies around the world. Purchasers and sellers incorporate standards into contracts; scientists and engineers use them in their laboratories and offices; architects and designers use them in their plans; government agencies around the world reference them in codes, regulations, and laws; and many others refer to them for guidance. ASTM standards are ?voluntary? in the sense that their use is not mandated by ASTM. See similar questions...

Standards development work begins when members of an ASTM technical committee identify a need or other interested parties approach the committee. Task group members prepare a draft standard, which is reviewed by its parent subcommittee through a letter ballot. After the subcommittee approves the document, it is submitted concurrently to the main committee and the entire membership of ASTM. See similar questions...

ASTM has over 30,000 members from more than 100 countries around the world who are producers, users, consumers, and general interest parties, such as academicians and government representatives. These members write ASTM standards through their service on one or more of ASTM’s 130-plus technical committees.It is these members who determine which standards development activities to pursue. See similar questions...

Yes. See the Intellectual Property Policy, available on the ASTM homepage at www.astm.org or request a copy from Headquarters at +1 610/832-9500. See similar questions...

The ASTM standard for glazed concrete blocks is ASTM C744. There was a Federal Standard SSC 621B which was discontinued because it was virtually identical to ASTM C744. If you ever see a reference to Federal Specification SSC 621B, know that this standard has been superseded by ASTM C744 which is virtually identical. See similar questions...

ASTM developed standards which include a category intended to protect children five years of age and under. ASTM Standard F1346-91 for spa covers includes specific performance tests and labeling requirements. Covers must be able to pass certain tests. The first is Static Load. "In the case of spas with a width or diameter greater than 8' from the periphery, the cover shall be able to hold a weight of 485 pounds to permit a rescue operation. See similar questions...

Krueger can manufacture security grilles that meet ASTM A750. ASTM A750 applies to ventilating grilles for detention areas. ASTM A750 references four material specifications. They are: ASTM A6, A29, A627, and A629. A6 covers structural shapes and plates. A29 is for steel bars. A627 and A269 cover tool-resisting steel. Construction to ASTM standards is expensive due to special testing methods, materials tracing, special material specifications, and heat treating. See similar questions...

The ASTM standard for linear dimensional stability (ASTM D 1204) was originally 2% maximum. In the mid-90s the standard was changed to 1% maximum. The change in the ASTM standard was influenced by the belief that membrane shrinkage may be a contributor to the bridging seen on some old ballasted applications. In reality, EPDM has always exhibited a dimensional stability value of much less than 1%, even when the ASTM Standard was 2%. See similar questions...

ASTM site investigation/assessment standards attempt to encapsulate best practices that have been demonstrated and have broad technical acceptance in a replicable set of methods and approaches. For example, there already is an ASTM standard for conducting Expedited Site Characterization work (D6235-98a), one of the historical improvements in the characterization process that the Triad has built on. See similar questions...

Copies of the following referenced standards may be obtained from the American Society for Testing and Materials, 100 Bar Harbor Drive, West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania 19428, www.astm. See similar questions...

From its inception, ASTM’s method of developing standards has been based on consensus without borders. ASTM’s process ensures that interested individuals and organizations representing academia, industry, product users, and governments alike all have an equal vote in determining a standard’s content. Participants are welcome from anywhere on the globe. Further, ASTM’s high quality standards are responsive and relevant to the needs of the global marketplace. See similar questions...

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] See similar questions...

ASTM standards are much easier to augment or amend as opposed to the FAA's rulemaking process and provide a high level of quality control and safety into light sport aircraft manufacturing. A light sport aircraft committee, namely F37, was set up to address issues related to design, performance, quality acceptance tests, and safety monitoring for light sport aircraft (LSA). For more information on the F37 Light Sport Aircraft Committee, please visit the ASTM Web site. See similar questions...

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. See similar questions...

Organized in 1898, ASTM International is one of the largest voluntary standards developing organizations in the world. ASTM is a not-for-profit organization that provides a forum for the development and publication of voluntary consensus standards for materials, products, systems, and services. See similar questions...

Simply contact ASTM International Headquarters at +1 610/832-9500 or visit www.astm.org. Informational and participating memberships cost $75; organizational membership is $400. See similar questions...

Approximately 75% of ASTM’s income is derived from the sale of publications, primarily from standards. Other income is derived from annual administrative fees, and standards-related programs. ASTM does not verify that products are tested according to a standard. Many manufacturers, however, choose to indicate that a product has been tested according to an ASTM standard by providing such information on product labels or packaging. See similar questions...

Membership in ASTM is unrestricted and limited only by the boundaries of your interest in a particular area of standardization. See similar questions...