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A textile technologist, chemist to be more precise. Have taken up responsibilities with AATCC and ASTM International to provide technical and support services to members and member prospects. Involved in QA systems implementation for Textile producers. Work with some of the top rated technicians in the world. We are Rated very highly Globally. I share my knowledge and experience ( Episteme and Techne)with the industry. Conduct Training programs for AATCC and ASTM Intl. In addition design and deliver tailor made programs and deliver lectures. Love to drive in search of desolate and exotic locations, where the air is clean , water in pure and nature is still natural. Ironically I Love gadgets and gizmo's and experimenting with new hardware and software. Life is not perfect , but it is interesting. Imperfections make life worth living. A perfect system is no challenge to the body , mind and soul.

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Tuesday, August 24, 2010

ASTM International Standards Update

Dated24th August 2010

A new copy of the following ASTM standards and Work Items descriptions are available.

New Approved ASTM Standards

  1. D3939/D3939M - Standard Test Method for Snagging Resistance of Fabrics (Mace) has been revised (with designation change) to D3939/D3939M-10
  2. D4845 - Standard Terminology Relating to Wool has been revised to D4845-10
  3. D4970/D4970M - Standard Test Method for Pilling Resistance and Other Related Surface Changes of Textile Fabrics: Martindale Tester has been revised (with designation change) to D4970/D4970M-10
  4. D5848 - Standard Test Method for Mass Per Unit Area of Pile Yarn Floor Coverings has been revised to D5848-10
  5. D6466 - Standard Test Method for Diameter of Wool and Other Animal Fibers By Sirolan-Laserscan Fiber Diameter Analyser has been revised to D6466-10
  6. D6545 - Standard Test Method for Flammability of Textiles Used in Children's Sleepwear has been reinstated as D6545-10
  7. D6719 - Standard Guide for Standard Test Methods and Practices for Evaluating Pile Yarn Floor Covering has been revised to D6719-10

New ASTM Work Items

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