Tuesday, May 31, 2011

ASTM E20.02 Progress through 5/2011

WK24610 - E1256 harmonization to IEC terminology
The 2 remaining terms were balloted to agree with IEC terminology. Both passed. The new terminology will appear in ASTM E1256-12. This work item is closed.

WK27665 - Guide for Accuracy Verification of Wideband Infrared Thermometers
An initial draft was completed. The document was sent out to a review committee of seven individuals. Comments were considered. It was decided that there would not be enough time to react to all comments to make the current ballot cycle. The major items of concern were discussed in the meeting. The target for the work item to go to subcommittee ballot is 6/5/11.

Manual on the Use of Radiation Thermometers
This work item falls under a different subcommittee. Ray Peacock is heading up this effort.

WK33494 - Five Year Review of E1256
A work item has been started. A review committee will be formed during this cycle.

Sub-committee membership
Membership remains steady at 34 members. Ways to get more involvement are being explored.

Subcommittee Roadmap
WK27665: complete by 11/2012
WK33494: complete by 5/2012
Classification of radiation thermometers standard: 5/2012 to 11/2014
Emissivity standard: 11/2012 to 5/2015
E2758 five year review: 11/2013 to 11/2014