ASTM D6400-23: Compostable Plastics Labeling
At an industrial composting facility, towering piles of organic material generate heat as billions of microorganisms go to work. Food scraps, yard waste, and compostable…
Fourth of July: Safety Standards Behind the Holiday
As dusk falls on the Fourth of July, the first burst of fireworks lights up the sky while grills sizzle, boats fill the waterways, and…
Spring Gardening Standards for Soil, Safety & Tools
Spring gardening marks more than just the return of green; it is when soil ecosystems come alive, plant growth cycles restart, and landscapes transform into…
Valentine’s Day: History, Traditions & Safety Standards
The origins of Valentine’s Day stretch back more than 1,500 years, drawing from ancient Roman traditions, Christian history, and medieval romance. Today, as the holiday…
ISO 12625-1:2019—Tissue Paper
From ancient substitutes like corncobs, moss, shells, hay, sheep’s wool, to high-tech “micro-folded” sheets, absorbent tissue products have evolved from luxury items into global hygiene…
ISO/IWA 32:2019—GMOs In Cotton And Textiles
Commonly used in cotton production and in the textile industry, genetically modified organism (GMO) cotton plants are used to create cotton fiber for clothing and…
How Standards Set Up the Perfect Thanksgiving Dinner Table
Setting your dining room table for Thanksgiving involves choosing the right plate, spoon, wine glass, table cloth, napkins, and seasonal décor. Fortunately, standards serve as…
ASTM Amusement Ride Standards Provide Safe Thrills
Roller coasters and other amusement rides truly are marvels of modern engineering. Reaching heights up to 420 feet, attaining speeds close to 150 miles per…
ASTM F2291-25: Standard Practice for Amusement Ride Design
ASTM F2291-25c is the Standard Practice for Design of Amusement Rides and Devices. Roller Coaster Safety and ASTM F2291-25 While amusement rides, like roller coasters,…