1 Developing Standards for International Market Access and Relevance – ASTM and Committee D13 on Textiles Ghanaian Textile and Apparel Producers Standards Alliance Programming 7 December 2016 Jennifer Rodgers Director, ASTM Technical Committee Operations
2 Introduction to ASTM InternationalTopics Covered Introduction to ASTM International ASTM as an International Standards Developer Memorandum of Understanding Program The Consensus Process D13 Quick Overview Benefits of Participation Questions? -possibly include a note on each. Introduction to ASTM International 2016
3 Helping Our World Work Better12,000+ ASTM standards operate globally Applied to just about everything from steel to sustainability They improve the lives of millions every day Founded in in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA Largest U.S. based international voluntary consensus standards writing organization Independent, private sector, not-for-profit – NOT A GOVERMENT AGENCY -12,000+ Standards -Applied to everthing – Over 30,000 members from 148 countries. Committed to serving global societal needs through a positive impact on public health and safety, consumer confidence and overall quality of life. ASTM integrates innovative services and consensus standards, developed through those 30,000+ international membership of volunteer technical experts, to advance trade and improve quality, safety and reliability of products, systems and services. Introduction to ASTM International 2016
4 Introduction to ASTM InternationalImportant. Every Day. The Role of ASTM Standards Ensures safety, quality and reliability Constantly responding to new challenges, new technology and new markets Built on principle of voluntary consensus: giving everyone an opportunity to participate Effective and relevant across diverse markets Helping everyone: consumers, businesses, manufacturers, innovators and governments Incorporated into contracts, regulations, codes, and laws around the world; they support established and emerging economies and free and fair global trade. 6,733 ASTM standards have been adopted, used as a reference, or used as the basis of national standards outside the USA Building on the work of our founders in the early rail industry – ASTM’s standards continue to ensure safety, quality and reliability. The process is very open and transparent, allowing anyone with an interest to join with low membership fees and electronic tools that result in low barriers to participation This allows for a responsive environment in order to address new challenges, new technology and new markets where new standards and enhancements to existing ones are needed The diverse stakeholder representation (producers, users, consumers, academia, government, laboratories) results in standards that are effective and relevant across the diverse markets we serve. They underpin contracts, laws and regulations. They support established and emerging economies – and ultimately – free and fair global trade. This is demonstrated in the references incorporated into contracts, regulations, and laws throughout the world. Introduction to ASTM International 2016
5 Introduction to ASTM InternationalOperating Globally Why ASTM is International ASTM is one of the world’s largest Standards Developing Organizations, with global reach and influence Embraces all the principles of the World Trade Organization’s Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade Works across all geographic borders Recognizes expertise by individual, not country of origin Trusted for market relevance and technical quality The choice for many global industries – 50% of ASTM sales are outside the USA Our Memorandum of Understanding Program provides tangible encouragement to developing economies 30,000+ global members from 148 countries 145 Main Committees; 12,500 standards; represent industry sectors 40 countries reference ASTM standards in regulation – ASTM is one of the world’s largest international SDOs, (standards development organizations) – The World Trade Organization is the body that defines the principles for what is considered an International Standards Developer. ASTM complies with the six WTO (World Trade Organization) principles for international standards development: transparency, openness, consensus, relevance, coherence, development dimension. –ASTM recognizes expertise, not country of origin. This promotes a massive range of activity and exchange of knowledge by individuals. – This international status is demonstrated not only in the compliance of our process, but in the choice to use ASTM standards in many global industries – 50% of ASTM sales are outside the USA. –A dedicated global outreach activity helps to increase understanding about standards and their application. –Memorandum of Understanding Program further aids developing countries and economies through access to ASTM standards and participation in the process Introduction to ASTM International 2016
6 Memorandums of UnderstandingPromotion of Communication, Awareness, Development & Support The ASTM MOU program promotes: Communication between signatory member standards bodies; Awareness of each other’s standardization systems; Development of national standards; De-duplication of efforts; Support of the development activities of members Encourage the participation of technical experts from around the world in the ASTM standards development process and broaden the global acceptance and use of ASTM International standards. Technical experts from any country with an MOU can participate at no charge as full voting members in the ASTM standards development process. Access to all ASTM standards is provided to the national standards body. African Organization for Standardisation, and many of the ARSO members, have ASTM MOUs. 100 signed MOUs as of October 2016 100 memorandums of understanding – ASTM is one of the world’s largest international SDOs, (standards development organizations) – The World Trade Organization is the body that defines the principles for what is considered an International Standards Developer. ASTM complies with the six WTO (World Trade Organization) principles for international standards development: transparency, openness, consensus, relevance, coherence, development dimension. –ASTM recognizes expertise, not country of origin. This promotes a massive range of activity and exchange of knowledge by individuals. – This international status is demonstrated not only in the compliance of our process, but in the choice to use ASTM standards in many global industries – 50% of ASTM sales are outside the USA. –A dedicated global outreach activity helps to increase understanding about standards and their application. –Memorandum of Understanding Program further aids developing countries and economies through access to ASTM standards and participation in the process Introduction to ASTM International 2016
7 ARSO Members with ASTM MoU Agreements
8 Unique Training Within the MoU Program03/12/2017 Unique Training Within the MoU Program Standards Expert Program Technical Visitor Program Other International Visitors Procedural focus Typically three nations/year; to date have hosted 28 experts from 25 nations NSB identifies two candidates, ASTM interviews and selects one Participant becomes an expert and a resource Recent Participants: – 2015: Costa Rica, Indonesia – In 2016: Candidates from Mauritius, Kazakhstan, Dominican Republic Technical focus Competitive process Partners invited to submit applications from staff and industry experts, ASTM selects Nana Sekyi, Ghana – GSA Studied: Standards for pipeline integrity for the oil/gas sector 2016 Program – Participants from Vietnam and Trinidad & Tobago Attached staff and Intensive Training Programs – Topics vary Candidate selection varies by sponsoring organization Sponsor helps define study topics Duration of one week to eleven months To date: Attachments – Botswana, China, Japan, South Africa, South Korea (3) ITP – India, China, GSO, Latin America, South Korea, Trinidad and Tobago, Jamaica and Singapore Note SEP from Ghana, Adelaide Leigh Technical Visitor from Ghana, 2015 – Nana Sekyi Attachments 2012 – Botswana and South Africa ASTM International - ARSO General Assembly 2015
9 Positive Results from the MOU ProgramReported Citations of Standards and Membership Citations by GSA Membership from Ghana Adoptions - 156 Consulted - 102 Normative Reference - 47 Referenced in Regulations - 1 Basis of National Standard - 66 Technical Committees – 14 Student Members - 7
10 Process for Standards DevelopmentWhat is a standard in ASTM? Test Methods Specifications Practices Guides Classifications Terminology 12,500 Standards –A standard is a technical document that has been developed and approved through the ASTM consensus process. Test methods, specs, practices, guides, classifications and terminology. All standards are living documents and can be revised or proposed at any time. ASTM requires that they be reviewed every 5 years, but, in fast-moving sectors, it’s more frequent than that. There allows for responsiveness to market needs and technology changes. The manadtory five year review exists to ensure they remain relevant. – It’s backed by powerful tools and technologies that enhance global connectivity, such as collaboration areas for drafting standards, electronic balloting, virtual meetings and online member tools and resources. – These systems give members the freedom to be in instant contact, to share thinking and to review and develop standards more quickly. – This reinforces our reputation for timely as well as relevant standards. Introduction to ASTM International 2016
11 Introduction to ASTM InternationalThe Consensus Process Ensures Due Process Everyone has the opportunity to provide input to the process One vote per voting interest (as opposed to one vote per country) All responses must be considered and resolved by the technical committee Technical and Procedural Appeals Process Process further validated through accreditations with the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) ASTM Regulations Defines and enforces ASTM’s open, transparent, consensus and coherent process ASTM has our guidance document; the Regulations. The Society uses these regulations to govern the consensus process. My job and that of my peers is to ensure that these are always upheld. They cover everything from new activity development, to member classification, to the handling of negatives votes. Different than other SDOs, like ISO, where there is only 1 vote per country. Introduction to ASTM International 2016
12 Technical Committee OrganizationTechnical Committees form to address specific industry needs Subcommittees are established to address subsets of specialized subject matter Subcommittees organize their expertise into Task Groups to write standards Main Committee D13.11 D13.50 D13.60 D D Introduction to ASTM International 2016
13 Introduction to ASTM InternationalBalloting Documents are drafted and revised in the task group New standards are required to be balloted at the subcommittee level at least once After subcommittee approval, the main committee & entire Society Appeals process and oversight through Committee on Standards Committee on Standards Society and Main Committee Sub- committee Task Group Introduction to ASTM International 2016
14 Handling Voting ResultsA single negative vote halts the ballot process until resolution is reached Technical changes require re-balloting Introduction to ASTM International 2016
15 Responsive Standards DevelopmentDynamic, responsive, process with supporting technology that allows members to develop standards quickly and efficiently through web conferencing, electronic drafting, balloting, voting and resolution system New standard can be developed in months (on average, can be faster) Revisions approved in 6-8 months (average) Standards can be revised at any time Mandatory review every 5 years to ensure market relevance Introduction to ASTM International 2016
16 Committee D13 on TextilesOrganized in 1914 More than 600 Members 30 Subcommittees 346 Standards International Membership Represented Participation from 36 countries Committee D13 on Textiles Introduction to ASTM International 2016
17 Committee D13 on TextilesScope and Areas of Interest Fabrics from textile fibers or yarns (natural, manufactured fibers or combination thereof) using felting, weaving, knitting, and needle-punching, or other methods of production Textiles used in the manufacture of fabrics, components, or subassemblies for consumer or industrial applications Components or subassemblies used in the manufacture of textile products, such as sewing thread, tapes, zippers, snaps, buttons, hook and loop closures, battings, and interlinings Consumer and industrial textile end products, such as apparel, home furnishings, pile floor coverings, rope and cordage, tire cords, inflatable restraints, smart textile products Systems for reporting consumer information, such as UV protection by textiles (when such a claim is made for the textile), product and care labeling, and body measurements for apparel sizing Flammability of textile products Dip pick-up of cords and adhesion of cords used with rubber or other elastomeric material (developed in cooperation with ASTM Committee D11 on Rubber D13 covers everything from Fibers, yarns, and fabrics, to textiles used in the manufacture of fabrics, such as components, or subassemblies for consumer or industrial applications. D13 standards include consumer and industrial textile end products, such as apparel, home furnishings, pile floor coverings, rope and cordage, tire cords, and inflatable restraints; as well as dip pick-up of cords and adhesion of cords used with rubber or other elastomeric material (developed in cooperation with ASTM Committee D11 on Rubber). D13 standards also address systems for reporting consumer information, such as UV protection by textiles (when such a claim is made for the textile), product and care labeling, and body measurements for apparel sizing; Most recently (January 2016), D13 approved a new subcommittee on Smart Textiles. D13 maintains liaison relationships with other ASTM committees and outside organizations, such as Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI), American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA), and American Association for Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) to name a few. These liaison relationships are a very common and encouraged practice within all ASTM committees. We look forward to outreach and coordination with new organizations related to Smart Textiles that D13 has not yet worked with in the past, such as IEEE. Introduction to ASTM International 2016
18 Committee D13 on TextilesSubcommittees D13.11 Cotton Fibers D13.13 Wool and Felt D13.17 Flax and Linen D13.18 Glass Fiber and its Products D13.19 Industrial Fibers and Metallic Reinforcements D13.20 Inflatable Restraints D13.21 Pile Floor Coverings D13.40 Sustainability of Textiles D13.50 on Smart Textiles New! D13.51 Conditioning, Chemical and Thermal Properties D13.52 Flammability D13.54 Subassemblies D13.55 Body Measurement for Apparel Sizing D13.58 Yarns and Fibers D13.59 Fabric Test Methods, General D13.60 Fabric Test Methods, Specific D13.61 Apparel D13.62 Labeling D13.63 Home Furnishings D13.65 UV Protective Fabrics and Clothing D13.66 Sewn Product Automation D13.99 Coordination Committee for ISO & Foreign Textile Standards Development of standards, related to characteristics, properties, nomenclature, and uses of textiles. Introduction to ASTM International 2016
19 Sampling of D13 StandardsD13.54 on Subassemblies D1683/D1683M-11a Standard Test Method for Failure in Sewn Seams of Woven Apparel Fabrics D3512/D3512M-16 Standard Test Method for Pilling Resistance and Other Related Surface Changes of Textile Fabrics: Random Tumble Pilling Tester D (2013) Standard Test Method for Breaking Strength and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Grab Test) D (2015) Standard Test Method for Breaking Force and Elongation of Textile Fabrics (Strip Method) D Standard Test Method for Bow and Skew Using a Measuring Tool D1776/D1776M-16 Standard Practice for Conditioning and Testing Textiles D6413/D6413M-15 Standard Test Method for Flame Resistance of Textiles (Vertical Test) D Standard Test Method for Flammability of Textiles Used in Children's Sleepwear D13.59 & .60 Fabric Test Methods D13.51 Conditioning, Chemical and Thermal Properties D13.52 on Flammability Introduction to ASTM International 2016
20 Sampling of D13 StandardsD13.62 on Body Measurements for Apparel Sizing D4910/D4910M Standard Tables of Body Measurements for Children, Infant Sizes (Preemie - 24 mos) D5585 & D7878/D7878M Standard Tables of Body Measurements for Adult Female Misses D6240/D6240M Standard Tables of Body Measurements for Mature Men D Standard Guide for Determining or Confirming Care Instructions for Apparel and Other Textile Products D Standard Guide for Care Symbols for Care Instructions on Textile Products D (2008) Standard Specification for Tolerances for Knitted Fabrics D Standard Performance Specification for Rainwear and All-Purpose, Water-Repellent Coat Fabrics D13.62 on Labeling D13.61 on Apparel Introduction to ASTM International 2016
21 Key Industry Partners in TextilesD13 Coordinates with many outside organizations and agencies American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA) Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI) International Textile and Apparel Association (ITAA) International Standards Organization (ISO) National Coalition of Textile Organizations (NCTO) American Home Furnishings Alliance (AHFA) US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Us Department of Defense (US DoD) Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) D13 maintains liaison relationships with other ASTM committees and outside organizations, such as Industrial Fabrics Association International (IFAI), American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA), and American Association for Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC) to name a few. These liaison relationships are a very common and encouraged practice within all ASTM committees. IEEE will need to be a new industry partner for D13 as we continue to explore areas like 3D go Introduction to ASTM International 2016
22 Standards Development ResourcesReduce geographic and financial barriers Staff manager for each committee Staff editor for each committee Electronic templates for new standards Web-based Collaboration Areas for Task Group work (members and non-members can participate on task groups) Electronic balloting Virtual Meeting & Hybrid meeting capabilities Postings of all committee-related information to Members Only area of website Print & Subscription-based access to published standards ASTM Staff’s role is to manage & support the technical committees Introduction to ASTM International 2016
23 Introduction to ASTM InternationalMembership Helping to Make the Difference Through the MOU program, you can contact your standards body for information on participation or contact Kimberly Simms directly at ASTM to join the ASTM committee of your choice Membership is open to anyone who wants to use their expertise to influence standards Members develop new and revise existing standards – they can also network with peers and gain professional development opportunities For more information: – Anyone who wants to utilize their expertise to influence standards is welcome to join ASTM. – There are three types of membership: Participating Membership, Organizational Membership and Student Membership. – Participating Members actively develop new standards and revise existing ones in a uniquely open environment. They can also form invaluable relationships, exchange ideas and access professional development opportunities. – Organizational Members also help to shape standards and get privileged access to information that directly affect their business. Membership also supports growth, international trade and employee development. – Student Membership is free and open to all undergraduates. It provides a thorough understanding of the standardization process and how it applies in the workplace. Introduction to ASTM International 2016
24 Thank you Jennifer Rodgers [email protected] 610.832.9694 Jennifer Rodgers There are a few ASTM members from various committees in attendance today, and as a member of the Board of Directors I would like to personally thank you for your dedication For those of you who have not yet had the opportunity to be involved with ASTM, I personally would like to invite you. Please check out our website to sign up and feel free to contact myself or our D13 Staff Manager Jennifer Rodgers (who was unable to attend this presentation due to a scheduling conflict)… her business card should be in the handouts located….. At the back of the room??? Thank you!