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ASTM D660 - 93(2011) standard test method for evaluating degree of checking of exterior paints
Since checking is not easily recognizable, this test method is intended to provide, through definition and illustrations, a means of evaluating the degree of this film failure. 1. Scope 1.1 The illustrated reference standards included in this test method are representative of degrees and types of checking of exterior paint ...
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SPEX CertiPrep Organic Reference Standards for GC and GC/MS
SPEX CertiPrep, the leading manufacturer of Inorganic Certified Reference Materials is pleased to announce the addition of Organic Reference Standards to our extensive product line. We currently offer standards to be used with EPA methods 524.2, 624, 8240, 8260, 625, 8270, 8082, 608, CLP, TCLP, UST, Pesticide Standards & kits for GC and GC/MS. All of the ampulized standards are sold at 1.2 ...
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Hazardous substance reference standards developed for XRF analyzers
The accredited XRF Standards Laboratory of Eastern Applied Research, Inc has developed a set of hazardous substance reference standards. Initially developed for use on Seiko x-ray fluorescence and Skyray XRF systems, the set can be utilized with both desktop and handheld XRF systems of most brands to increase instrument accuracy.The complete set is known as the “RoHS-Standard Set” because it was ...
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Further metrological approval for DUO
DUO Smart Noise Monitor receives metrological approval from the Portuguese Institute for Quality Following on from France in July 2011, Germany in January 2012, and Switzerland in March 2012, Portugal is the latest country to acknowledge the metrological quality of the DUO sound level meter. This device has just received compliance approval from the Instituto Português da Qualidade (IPQ), ...
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Restek adds ISO guide 34 and 17025 accreditations—now offers a full line of certified reference materials
Satisfy regulatory requirements by sourcing certified reference materials (CRMs) from an accredited supplier. Benefit from the exceptional product quality and customer service needed to meet strict ISO 9001, Guide 34, and 17025 guidelines. Get the same reliability and documentation with custom-formulated solutions as you do with stock standards—both fall under Restek’s accreditation. ...
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New pesticide standards reference guide
AccuStandard recently launched their updated Pesticide Desk Reference Guide which features individual neat and solution pesticides, CLP, EPA methods, regional methodologies and physical properties for each listed compound. In Accustandard’s latest reference guide you will find chemical name, structure, synonym and/or common names, melting point/freezing point/ boiling point (if ...
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ASTM E1571 - 11 Standard Practice for Electromagnetic Examination of Ferromagnetic Steel Wire Rope
This practice outlines a procedure to standardize an instrument and to use the instrument to examine ferromagnetic wire rope products in which the magnetic flux and magnetic flux leakage methods are used. If properly applied, the magnetic flux method is capable of detecting the presence, location, and magnitude of metal ...
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Whitehouse Scientific appoints R&D specialist
Particle size analysis specialist Whitehouse Scientific has appointed Keith Brocklehurst as a senior scientist specialising in research and development (R&D). Brocklehurst, an expert in particle characterisation, will be focusing on the development of new particle size and shape standards and look at the development of new instrumentation for precision certification of reference standards ...
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Measurement Science and Technology Paper
Michael Broughton, Head of AMETEK Land's UKAS Calibration Laboratory worked in collaboration with the University of Sheffield and the National Physical Laboratory on a recently published paper considering the potential for improved radiation thermometry measurement uncertainty through implementing a primary scale in an industrial laboratory. Measurement Science and Technology, Volume 27, ...
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New thematic report: Science for Nuclear safety and security
The JRC has released a new report giving a comprehensive overview of its research on nuclear safety and security, including their policy background and context. The nuclear activities of the JRC are aimed at supporting the implementation of EU legislation, giving priority to the highest standards for nuclear safety and security in the Union, and internationally. This work is carried out in ...
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ASTM D1545 - 07(2012) Standard Test Method for Viscosity of Transparent Liquids by Bubble Time Method
This test method covers the procedures for determining the viscosity of transparent liquids by bubble time method. The transparent liquids should be free from crystalline or gel particles. Test apparatus include a constant-temperature bath, standard viscosity tubes, a series of standard viscosity tubes as reference standards, timing device, tube racks, and viscosity tube corks. This ...
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Air Velocity, Actual or Reference Conditions?
How many thermal anemometers actually provide air velocity calibration readings at standard reference conditions, rather than actual test conditions. Most late model units do provide this facility and this is clearly described in the operations manual. But what about older model types? Do you correct your anemometer wind speed readings to standard conditions? Do you know how to do this? If not ...
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Shimadzu Scientific Instruments and Restek Corporation Announce Distribution Agreement
Shimadzu Scientific Instruments (SSI) and Restek Corporation have entered a partnership that enables the sales of Restek consumables by SSI. Under the terms of this agreement, SSI will promote and sell Restek consumables throughout its geographic territory, which includes the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean. Through this partnership, SSI will sell Restek’s extensive ...
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ASTM D227 / D227M - 03(2011)e1 Standard Specification for Coal-Tar-Saturated Organic Felt Used in Roofing and Waterproofing
This specification covers coal-tar-saturated organic felt intended to be used with coal-tar pitches conforming to the appropriate requirements in the construction of built-up roofs and in the construction of waterproofing systems. In the process of manufacture, a single thickness of dry felt shall be saturated with refined coal-tar from which some ...
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Blending synthetic air to measure climate change
Scientists at the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) have produced a synthetic air reference standard which can be used to accurately measure levels of carbon dioxide and methane in the atmosphere. This will greatly help scientists contribute to our understanding of climate change. A paper published in Analytical Chemistry describes how researchers at NPL have created a synthetic gas standard ...
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Technical Paper Presented at 21st Annual Produced Water Society Seminar
Fresno, CA — “Understanding Oil-in-Water Instrument Specifications”, a technical paper will be presented by Dr. Dale F. Brost, PhD, Principal Development Scientist for Turner Designs Hydrocarbon Instruments at the 21st Annual Produced Water Society Seminar taking place in Houston, TX, January 18-20, 2011. The technical paper attempts to clarify the definitions of ...
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ISO Publishes Measurement Technique Matrix for Characterization of Nano-Objects
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) recently published ISO/TR 18196:2016, “Nanotechnologies — Measurement technique matrix for the characterization of nano-objects.” The document provides a matrix intended to guide users to commercially available techniques relevant to the measurements of common physiochemical parameters for nano-objects. Some techniques are ...
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New EnergyTech 301 Dust Monitor
CODEL International has just released the EnergyTech 301, a new and advanced tribo-electric dust monitor evolving from tried and tested technology. The new EnergyTech 301 has dual capability as it can be used as an indicative monitor and also be calibrated in mg/m3 as a quantitative monitor. The sensor features an integral control unit with a display and input keys for set up. The quantitative ...
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ASTM F2479 - 11 standard guide for specification, purchase, installation and maintenance of poured-in-place playground surfacing
Every elevated play structure is required to have a protective surface installed and poured-in-place surfaces are one of the many choices. These surfaces are highly technical in structure, component selection, percentages of ...
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