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ASTM Founded in Philadelphia.
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First Standard on steel rails issued.
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First publishing of ASTM Book of Standards.
Cement and Petroleum Committee formed.
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Rubber Committee develops standards
for testing of rubber in auto production.
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Non-destructive Testing Committee leverages
new x-ray test methods, first used in aircraft manufacturing.
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ASTM introduces emerging standards to support WWII efforts.
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ASTM standards on building codes and construction
play role in post-war growth of cities and suburbs.
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Seattle's Space Needle, built for 1962 World Fair,
features steel legs built to ASTM standards.
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ASTM committees on soil, water, and air quality
break new ground in environmental standards.
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ASTM standards are widely used in the 70's in the
development of consumer products, such as skiing equipment.
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ASTM opens European standards distribution center.
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Internet-based Electronics Standards Development Forums
provide global access to ASTM Standards development process.
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ASTM changes name to ASTM International to reflect global
participation in ASTM and worldwide use of its standards.
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ASTM establishes new student membership category to
expand awareness of standards at the university level.
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