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Textile Standards ASTM International is one of the largest voluntary standards development organizations in the world-a trusted source for technical standards for materials, products, systems, and services. Known for their high technical quality and market relevancy, ASTM International standards have an important role in the information infrastructure that guides design, manufacturing and trade in the global economy. Committee D13 ASTM Committee D13 on Textiles was formed in 1914. D13 meets twice a year, in January and June, with approximately 100 members attending three days of technical meetings. The Committee has 535 members and currently has jurisdiction of 339 standards, published in the Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Volumes 7.01 and 7.02.

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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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Sunday, May 17, 2009

REACH Standard Discussed at Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation Meeting

ASTM Vice President Speaks at APECMeeting in Singapore

ASTM International standard F2725, Guide for European Union’s Registration, Evaluation and Authorization of Chemicals (REACH) Supply Chain Information Exchange, was the topic of a presentation given by Teresa Cendrowska, vice president, global cooperation, ASTM, at the Asia- Pacific Economic Cooperation meetings held in Singapore on Feb. 13-26.

Cendrowska discussed F2725 with APEC’s chemical dialogue steering group, which includes chemical regulators and the chemical industry. In addition, Cendrowska spoke about ASTM International, ASTM Committee F40 on Declarable Substances in Materials and F2725 during a trade facilitation task force meeting of APEC’s Subcommittee on Standards and Conformance. Cendrowska also attended meetings of the subcommittee’s project advisory group on education.

APEC, made up of 21 member countries, serves as a forum for facilitating economic growth, cooperation, trade and investment in the Asia-Pacific region. It works to bolster trans-Pacific cooperation by addressing a wide range of issues that are critical to regional prosperity and peace, including energy, education, security and good governance.

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