ASTM F2115-19: Motorized Treadmills
In the 1st century AD, the Romans used a precursor to the treadmill, known as the treadwheel. This human-powered device was essentially a large wheel…
ASTM F2373-11(2017): Public Use Play Equipment
Child development experts and parents agree play is an imperative part of childhood. Public play areas can help children develop physically, emotionally, socially, and intellectually….
ISO 8124-12:2023— Microbiological Safety of Toys
Contaminated toys could infect children and put them at risk to getting a disease. Toy testing is therefore an essential part of the toy manufacturing…
CSA Z614-2020: Children’s Playground Equipment
In 1816, Friedrich Fröbel, a German educator and psychologist, introduced the concept of a “kindergarten,” which included an outdoor play area. He recommended playgrounds for…
ANSI/IES RP-2-20: Lighting Retail Space
Proper retail lighting can help customers navigate a store, guiding them to different sections and drawing attention to areas of interest. In fact, a study showed…
ASTM F3512-21: Wind Safety & Durability Of Market Umbrellas
The earliest umbrellas were not made to protect users from rain but rather the potent sun. Invented over 4,000 years ago, these umbrellas were used…
IEEE 1725-2021: Rechargeable Batteries For Mobile Phones
American adults spend an average of 4.5 hours on their mobile devices daily. The most popular smartphone activity is messaging, which 75% of smartphone users…
ISO 12312-2:2015—Solar Eclipse Glasses
A solar eclipse is a spectacular, awe-inspiring astronomical event that drastically changes the appearance of the two biggest objects we see in our sky: our…
ASTM D6954-24: Plastic Biodegradability
Using oxo-biodegradable technology can prevent future contributions to the accumulation of plastic waste that has escaped into the environment. Oxo-biodegradable plastic serves as a solution…