American Society for Testing and Materials

American Society for Testing and Materials
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Name	American Society for Testing and Materials
Formation	1898
Location	West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania
Region served	United States
Membership	Over 30,000
Leader title	President
Main organ	Board of Directors
Affiliations	International Organization for Standardization, American National Standards Institute

American Society for Testing and Materials is a globally recognized leader in the development and delivery of voluntary consensus standards, with a history dating back to 1898 when it was founded by Charles Benjamin Dudley and Albert Easton. The organization has its headquarters in West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, and has over 30,000 members, including National Institute of Standards and Technology, Federal Highway Administration, and United States Department of Defense. The society is affiliated with prominent organizations such as International Organization for Standardization, American National Standards Institute, and National Science Foundation. The organization's work is also closely related to the efforts of National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Occupational Safety and Health Administration, and Environmental Protection Agency.

● History

The American Society for Testing and Materials was established in 1898 with the primary goal of promoting knowledge of materials science and metallurgy, and developing standards for steel and other materials. The organization's early work was influenced by the efforts of Andrew Carnegie, J.P. Morgan, and Charles M. Schwab, who were instrumental in the development of the steel industry in the United States. The society's history is also closely tied to the work of National Bureau of Standards, United States Geological Survey, and Federal Trade Commission. Over the years, the organization has expanded its scope to include standards for a wide range of materials, including plastics, composites, and nanomaterials, with contributions from experts at Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Stanford University, and University of California, Berkeley.

● Organization

The American Society for Testing and Materials is a non-profit organization governed by a Board of Directors composed of representatives from various industries, including aerospace, automotive, and construction. The organization has a staff of over 200 employees, including engineers, scientists, and technicians, who work closely with National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Federal Aviation Administration, and United States Department of Energy. The society is also supported by a network of volunteers from industry, academia, and government, including experts from Harvard University, University of Michigan, and California Institute of Technology. The organization's headquarters is located in West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, with additional offices in Washington, D.C. and Beijing, China, and collaborations with European Union, International Council on Systems Engineering, and Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

● Standards

The American Society for Testing and Materials develops and publishes voluntary consensus standards for a wide range of materials and products, including steel, concrete, and plastics. The organization's standards are used by industry, government, and academia to ensure the quality and safety of products and systems, with applications in healthcare, transportation, and energy. The society's standards are also used in conjunction with those of other organizations, such as International Organization for Standardization, American National Standards Institute, and National Fire Protection Association, and are influenced by the work of American Society of Civil Engineers, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers. The organization has developed over 12,000 standards, which are used in over 100 countries, including China, Japan, and European Union, and are supported by World Trade Organization, United Nations, and International Labour Organization.

● Certification

The American Society for Testing and Materials offers certification programs for products and systems that meet its standards, including steel and concrete. The organization's certification programs are used by industry and government to ensure the quality and safety of products and systems, with applications in construction, manufacturing, and transportation. The society's certification programs are also recognized by other organizations, such as International Organization for Standardization, American National Standards Institute, and National Institute of Standards and Technology, and are influenced by the work of American Society for Quality, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, and Society of Manufacturing Engineers. The organization has certified over 10,000 products and systems, which are used in a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, and healthcare, with collaborations with Boeing, General Motors, and Johnson & Johnson.

● International Cooperation

The American Society for Testing and Materials has a strong commitment to international cooperation, with partnerships with organizations such as International Organization for Standardization, European Committee for Standardization, and Asian Pacific Economic Cooperation. The organization's standards are used in over 100 countries, and its certification programs are recognized by government and industry around the world, including Canada, Mexico, and Australia. The society also participates in international standardization efforts, such as the International Organization for Standardization's Technical Committee 176, and collaborates with World Health Organization, International Telecommunication Union, and United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization. The organization's international cooperation is also influenced by the work of World Trade Organization, International Chamber of Commerce, and International Federation of Standards Users.

● Technical Committees

The American Society for Testing and Materials has over 150 technical committees that develop and maintain its standards, including committees on steel, concrete, and plastics. The organization's technical committees are composed of experts from industry, academia, and government, including representatives from National Institute of Standards and Technology, Federal Highway Administration, and United States Department of Defense. The society's technical committees work closely with other organizations, such as International Organization for Standardization, American National Standards Institute, and National Science Foundation, and are influenced by the work of American Society of Civil Engineers, American Society of Mechanical Engineers, and Institute of Industrial and Systems Engineers. The organization's technical committees have developed over 12,000 standards, which are used in a wide range of industries, including aerospace, automotive, and healthcare, with collaborations with NASA, General Electric, and 3M.

Category:Standards organizations