ASTM B117-19: Standard Practice for Operating Salt Spray (Fog) Apparatus
Even the most durable or permanent items can at some point deteriorate. That doesn’t mean these qualities should be ignored. However, the ability to remain…
ASTM D395-18: Standard Test Methods For Rubber Property—Compression Set
Rubber is often used in areas where it must withstand stress. In order to assure rubber will do its job correctly, tests are always helpful….
ASTM F2413-24: Performance Requirements For Protective (Safety) Toe Cap Footwear
Wearing the appropriate attire for a job can be critical depending on the work setting. Perhaps footwear isn’t always the first consideration when it comes…
ASTM 228/A228M-18: Standard for Steel Wire, Music Spring Quality
ASTM 228/A228M-18: Standard for Steel Wire, Music Spring Quality has been released. Pianos and window springs—they have more in common than one might think. Before…
ASTM F2412-24: Standard Test Methods for Foot Protection
Pulling a brand new pair of boots out of a cardboard box can be an intoxicating experience. Each step of the process produces its own…
ASTM D3951-18: Standard Practice for Commercial Packaging
When everything goes right, a consumer might never think about the packaging. It can be recycled, thrown into the garbage, and tossed to the side…
ASTM D2000-18: Standard Classification System for Rubber Products in Automotive Applications
ASTM D2000-18: Standard Classification System for Rubber Products in Automotive Applications has been released. ASTM D2000-18 includes the properties of vulcanized rubber material (natural rubber,…
ASTM D882-18: Standard Test Method for Tensile Properties of Thin Plastic Sheeting
Bend don’t break. It’s a phrase used in many walks of life. The defense of a football team that gives up yards but doesn’t allow…
The “M” in Standards
Regardless of industry, each standard has a unique designation, each component of which conveys its background. In these designations, numbers (and some letters) represent the…