Standards Publishers

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AAMI – Association for the Advancement of Medical Instrumentation

AAMI is the primary source of consensus standards, both national and international, for the medical device industry, as well as practical information, support, and guidance for healthcare technology and sterilization professionals.

AASHTO – American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials

AASHTO is a leading source of technical information on design, construction and maintenance of highways and other transportation facilities, including aviation, highways, public transit, rail, and water.

AATCC – American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists

Founded as the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists (AATCC), the Association continues to evolve to meet the needs of those in the ever-changing textile and materials industries. AATCC is internationally recognized for its standard methods of testing fibers and fabrics to measure and evaluate such performance characteristics as colorfastness, appearance, soil release, dimensional change, and water resistance.

ACI – American Concrete Institute

ACI functions as a technical and educational society for sharing innovative ideas and promoting superior concrete technology. The Institute publishes more than 400 technical standards, reports and manuals on testing, inspection, cracking and failure, building code requirements, and related topics.

ADA – American Dental Association

Founded in 1859, the American Dental Association is the oldest and largest national dental society in the world. Since then, the ADA has grown to become the leading source of oral health related information for dentists and their patients.

AGA – American Gas Association

The American Gas Association, founded in 1918, represents more than 200 local energy companies committed to the safe and reliable delivery of clean natural gas to over 65 million customers. AGA’s members account for roughly 83 percent of all natural gas delivered by the nation’s local natural gas distribution companies. AGA is an advocate for local natural gas utility companies and provides a broad range of programs and services for member natural gas pipelines, marketers, gatherers, international gas companies and industry associates. Natural gas meets nearly one-fourth of the United States’ energy needs.

AIAA – American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics

AIAA is the world¿s largest professional society devoted to the progress of engineering and science in aviation, space and defense. It serves as an information resource and publisher for aerospace engineers, scientists, managers, policy makers, students, and educators.

ALI – American Ladder Institute

ALI is the ANSI-approved developer of standards for ladder safety. These standards contain technical specifications developed and tested by subject experts, which prescribe rules governing the safety of construction, design, testing, care and use of various types of ladders.

ANS – American Nuclear Society

The core purpose of ANS is to promote the awareness and understanding of the application of nuclear science and technology.

ANSI – American National Standards Institute

ANSI supports the development and approval of national voluntary standards, develops accreditation programs, and serves as U.S. representative to the International Standards Organization (ISO). Members include trade associations, labor unions, professional societies, standards developing organizations, private industry, academe, and government.

API – American Petroleum Institute

API is a leader in the development of petroleum and petrochemical equipment and operating standards covering topics that range from drill bits to environmental protection. These embrace proven, sound engineering and operating practices and safe, interchangeable equipment and materials. Many have been incorporated into state and federal regulations and adopted by ISO for worldwide acceptance.

AS – Standards Australia

Standards Australia is an independent, not-for-profit organization recognized by the Australian Government as the peak non-government Standards body in Australia. The organization develops internationally aligned Australian Standards that enhance the nation’s economic efficiency, international competitiveness and contribution to community demand for a safe and sustainable environment. Standards Australia is the Australian member of ISO and IEC.

AS-NZS – Standards New Zealand

Standards New Zealand is an International Organization for Standardization member Standards New Zealand and Standards Australia work together to develop joint standards (AS/NZS).

ASA – Acoustical Society of America Standards

ASA Standards excels in generating, promoting, and disseminating knowledge and practical applications in the fields of Acoustics, Mechanical Vibration and Shock, Bioacoustics, Animal Bioacoustics, and Noise through the development of national and international standards.

ASAE/ASABE – The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers

The American Society of Agricultural and Biological Engineers (ASABE) is an international professional society devoted to agricultural and biological engineering. ASABE serves many functions: it provides a forum for communication of research findings through conferences, scientific journals, and a magazine; it develops standards of practice; it provides opportunities for members to network.

ASCE – American Society of Civil Engineers

ASCE represents more than 140,000 members of the civil engineering profession worldwide and is the world’s largest publisher of civil engineering information, producing more than 55,000 pages of technical content each year. The Codes and Standards Program is accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and develops consensus standards on a variety of topics for the civil engineering profession. The Society celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2002.

ASME – ASME International

ASME is a not-for-profit membership organization that enables collaboration, knowledge sharing, career enrichment, and skills development across all engineering disciplines, toward a goal of helping the global engineering community develop solutions to benefit lives and livelihoods. Founded in 1880 by a small group of leading industrialists, ASME has grown through the decades to include more than 130,000 members in 158 countries.

ASSE (Plumbing) – American Society of Sanitary Engineering

ASSE International maintains nearly 50 product performance standards, ranging from double check and reduced pressure backflow preventers to dielectric pipe unions, with many more in the development stages. ASSE’s product standards are minimum performance requirements for component parts of the plumbing system.

ASSP – American Society of Safety Professionals (Formerly ASSE)

Founded in 1911, the American Society of Safety Engineers (ASSE) is the world’s oldest and largest professional safety organization committed to protecting people, property and the environment. ASSE is responsible for several American National Standards Institute (ANSI) committees and leads the way in setting standards for safety in construction, demolition, motor vehicle operations, hazardous energy, fall protection, mold remediation, training and certification.

ASTM – ASTM International

ASTM International, formerly known as the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM), is a globally recognized leader in the development and delivery of international voluntary consensus standards. Today, some 13,000 ASTM standards are used around the world to improve product quality, enhance safety, facilitate market access and trade, and build consumer confidence.

AWS – American Welding Society

As a leader in welding education and technology development, AWS promotes best practices and works to advance the science and application of welding and allied processes such as joining, brazing, soldering, cutting, and thermal spray.

B11 – B11 Standards, Inc.

B11 Standards, Inc. is ANSI-accredited Standards Developing Organization that administers and develops the ANSI B11 series of American National Standards and Technical Report on machine/machine too/machinery safety. B11 Standards Inc. also participates in a very large number of both national and international standards development activities.

BICSI – BICSI, A Telecommunications Association

BICSI is the worldwide preeminent source of information, education and knowledge assessment for the constantly evolving information and communications technology (ICT) community. BICSI serves over 23,000 ICT professionals within the design, integration and installation of wired and wireless infrastructure that empower all facets of today?s and tomorrow?s voice, data, and automation networks.

BS – BSI Group

The BSI catalog contains over 50,000 standards in PDF format, of which 31,000 are current. It includes standards of UK origin, European standards from CEN/CENELEC and international standards from ISO and IEC which have been adopted in the UK. BSI standards cover building and civil engineering, materials and chemicals, electrotechnology, consumer products and services, healthcare, management systems and information technology.

CGA – Compressed Gas Association

CGA publications address a wide range of standards, technical information and recommendations for best practices in the manufacture, storage, transportation, distribution, and use of industrial gases, cryogenic liquids and other products, including gas-handling equipment.

CIE – Commission Internationale de L’Eclairage

The International Commission on Illumination – abbreviated as CIE from its French title Commission Internationale de l’Eclairage – is a technical, scientific and cultural organization devoted to the art and science of lighting. CIE publishes Standards, Technical Reports and Recommendations prepared by technical committees, with 100+ publications in print. Joint publications include the IEC/CIE International Lighting Vocabulary and ISO/CIE Standards. CIE has been accepted as representing the best authority on the subject and is recognized by ISO as an international standardization body.

CISPR – International Special Committee on Radio Interference

CISPR’s work involves equipment and methods for measuring interference, establishing limits and immunity requirements, and prescribing (in liaison with other IEC technical committees) methods of measuring immunity. The committee also takes account of the impact of safety regulations on interference suppression of electrical equipment.

CLSI – Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute

The Clinical and Laboratory Standards Institute (CLSI) is a global, nonprofit, standards-developing organization that promotes the development and use of voluntary consensus standards and guidelines within the healthcare community. For healthcare professionals, CLSI documents offer practical operating guidelines that lead to consistent practices, precision, and efficient use of resources. For industry, they promote effective use of healthcare technologies, and provide cost-and time-saving procedures for product development and approval. For government, these tools streamline the regulatory process. For the entire healthcare community, CLSI documents assure the levels of excellence and consistency that promote improved quality of life.

DIN – Deutsches Institut Fur Normung E.V. (German National Standard)

Through its standards and handbooks, DIN facilitates the international exchange of goods and services and encourages cooperation in the realms of intellectual, scientific, technological, and economic activity. More than 12,000 standards address a wide range of topics.

ESD – EOS/ESD Association, Inc.

Founded in 1982, EOS/ESD Association, Inc. is a professional voluntary association dedicated to advancing the theory and practice of electrostatic discharge (ESD) avoidance. From fewer than 100 members, EOS/ESD Association has grown to more than 2,000 members throughout the world. From an initial emphasis of ESD on electronic components, EOS/ESD Association has broadened its horizons to include areas such as textiles, plastics, web processing, cleanrooms, and graphic arts. To meet the needs of a continually changing environment, EOS/ESD Association is chartered to expand ESD awareness through standards, development, education programs, local chapters, publications, tutorials, certification and symposia.

FCI – Fluid Controls Institute

FCI is an association of manufacturers of equipment for fluid (liquid or gas) control and conditioning. The institute is organized into product-specific sections that address issues relevant to particular products and/or technologies. These include regulators, secondary pressure drainers, control valves, pipeline strainers, solenoid valves, instruments, steam traps, and safety and relief valves.

HI – Hydraulic Institute

Dedicated to excellence in the engineering, manufacturing and application of pumping equipment, HI standards are intended to eliminate misunderstandings between manufacturers, purchasers and customers. HI Pump Standards are widely used by consultants, contractors, engineering construction firms, manufacturers, libraries and universities, and pump users.

IAPMO – International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials is an ANSI-accredited and ISO-certified standards body, with over 200 codes and standards covering plumbing, mechanical, swimming pools, backflow, solar and green energy systems. IAPMO codes help regulate the design, construction and maintenance of the built environment, protecting the health, safety and general welfare of a building’s users.

ICC – International Code Council

ICC founders include BOCA, ICBO and SBCCI. ICC works to develop a single, comprehensive, fully coordinated set of national model construction codes. Current ICC standards address a wide range of topics, including codes for international building, plumbing, mechanical systems, and energy conservation.

ICEA – Insulated Cable Engineers Association

The Insulated Cable Engineers Association (ICEA) is a professional organization dedicated to developing cable standards for the electric power, control, and telecommunications industries. Since 1925, the objective has been to ensure safe, economical, and efficient cable systems utilizing proven state-of-the-art materials and concepts.

IEC – International Electrotechnical Commission

IEC’s activities, collectively known as electrotechnology, cover all electrical, electronic and associated technologies in the areas of power generation, transmission and distribution, medical equipment, semiconductors, fibre optics, nanotechnology and renewable energies. In addition to providing an excellent framework for improving safety and optimizing energy, IEC standards support trade between countries by providing a reference for the functioning of the World Trade Organization (WTO) Agreement on Technical Barriers to Trade.

IEEE – IEEE

IEEE is the world’s largest technical professional society, serving members in computing, electrical engineering and electronics. Comprised of 37 societies and councils, IEEE publishes technical journals, magazines, proceedings, and more than 800 standards.

IES – Illuminating Engineering Society

For over a century, IES (formerly IESNA) has provided services, programs and publications for the lighting community and its consumers. In addition to approximately 100 design guides, technical memoranda and documents, IES develops standards in conjunction with other related organizations.

IEST – Institute of Environmental Sciences and Technology

The Institute of Environment Sciences and Technology (IEST) is the preeminent, non-profit, technical association for professionals in the field of Contamination Control/Cleanrooms, Environmental Testing, or Nanotechnology Facilities.

IPC – Association Connecting Electronics Industries

IPC serves more than 2,300 member companies worldwide involved in designing, manufacturing, specifying and/or using printed circuit boards. Approximately 200 standards, guidelines and technical reports cover topics ranging from design and printed circuit board manufacturing to electronics assembly and testing.

ISA – The International Society of Automation

Founded in 1945, The International Society of Automation is a leading, global, nonprofit organization that is setting the standard for automation by helping over 30,000 worldwide members and other professionals solve difficult technical problems, while enhancing their leadership and personal career capabilities. Based in Research Triangle Park, North Carolina, ISA develops standards; certifies industry professionals; provides education and training; publishes books and technical articles; and hosts the largest conference and exhibition for automation professionals in the Western Hemisphere. ISA is the founding sponsor of The Automation Federation.

ISPE – International Society for Pharmaceutical Engineering

ISPE provides education, training, forums, and technical documents for professionals in pharmaceutical manufacturing. The Society publishes best-practice guides on a wide array of topics, including bulk pharmaceutical chemicals, sterile manufacturing facilities, commissioning and qualification, biopharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, and technology transfer.

JEDEC – JEDEC Solid State Technology Association

JEDEC is the global leader in developing open standards for the microelectronics industry. With over 4,000 volunteers representing nearly 300 member companies. JEDEC brings manufacturers and suppliers together on 50 different committees, creating standards to meet the diverse technical and developmental needs of the industry. These collaborations ensure product interoperability, benefiting the industry and ultimately consumers by decreasing time-to-market and reducing product development costs.

JIS – Japanese Industrial Standard / Japanese Standards Association

JIS covers industrial and mineral products, comparable to standards established by various industrial associations for specific needs, or standards established and used by companies (operation manuals, products specifications etc.). The need for common practices in companies of the same industrial sector leads to the establishment of industrial association standards, and the same need in terms of wider applications promotes the establishment of JIS.

LIA – Laser Institute of America

Laser Institute of America, founded in 1968, is the professional society for laser applications and safety. Our mission is to foster lasers, laser applications, and laser safety worldwide. LIA cultivates innovation, ingenuity and inspiration to promote the continued growth and safe use of laser applications.

MMPDS – Metallic Materials Properties Development and Standardization

MMPDS is recognized throughout the world, and it represents the primary source of statistically based design allowables for metallic materials and fastened joints used in the design of aerospace vehicle structures in the United States.

NACE – National Association of Corrosion Engineers

Formerly the National Association of Corrosion Engineers, NACE International represents members from 92 countries and is the largest organization in the world dedicated to the study of corrosion. NACE works to protect people, infrastructure, the environment, and the economy from the effects of corrosion by promoting engineering and research. Approximately 100 standards cover subjects such as laboratory corrosion testing, corrosion prevention and blast cleaning.

NAS – Aerospace Industries Association – National Aerospace Standard

The National Aerospace Standards (NAS) are voluntary standards developed by the aerospace industry. Subject matter experts from AIA member companies participate in committees and working groups to develop and maintain the NAS library. The NAS parts are most well-known for state-of-the-art, high strength, precision fasteners, electrical connectors, splices and terminations, rod end bearings, and many other types of hardware and components.

NBBI – National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors

The National Board of Boiler and Pressure Vessel Inspectors was founded in 1919 to promote greater safety to life and property through uniformity in the construction, installation, repair, maintenance, and inspection of pressure equipment. Publisher of the National Board Inspection Code (NBIC), this American National Standard has been adopted by most states and cities, all Canadian provinces, and federal regulatory agencies including the US Department of Transportation. It is the only standard recognized worldwide for in-service inspection repairs and alterations of boilers and pressure vessels.

NETA – International Electrical Testing Association

The InterNational Electrical Testing Association (NETA) is an organization that serves the electrical testing industry by offering accreditation of third-party electrical testing firms, certifying electrical testing technicians, and producing American National Standards.

NSF – NSF

Dedicated to research, education, testing, certification, and service, NSF International (formerly the National Sanitation Foundation), develops standards and criteria for health-related equipment, products and services worldwide. The organization also assists companies preparing for ISO 9000 and 14000 registration.

OPEI – Outdoor Power Equipment Institute

The Outdoor Power Equipment Institute (OPEI) is an international trade association representing more than 100 small engine, utility vehicle and outdoor power equipment manufacturers and suppliers. OPEI is a recognized Standards Development Organization for the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) and active internationally through the International Standards Organization (ISO) in the development of safety and performance standards for outdoor power equipment.

PDA – Parenteral Drug Association

The Parenteral Drug Association (PDA) is the leading global provider of science, technology and regulatory information and education for the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical community.

PIP – Process Industry Practices

Process Industry Practices from PIP help increase the value of the engineering/ procurement/ construction process for the U.S. process industry and enhance compliance with safety, health and environmental objectives. PIP practices harmonize standards across the following engineering disciplines: Civil/Structural/Architectural, Coatings/Insulation/Refractory, Machinery, Electrical, P&ID, Piping, Process Control/Analyzers, and Vessels.

RTCA – Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics

RTCA works with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to develop comprehensive, industry-vetted and endorsed standards that can be used as means of compliance with FAA regulations.

SAE – SAE International

SAE standards are internationally recognized for their role in helping ensure the safety, quality, and effectiveness of products and services across the mobility engineering industry. They contain detailed production and interoperability guidelines; clarify legal and regulatory grey areas; condense product development cycles; ensure consistency and high quality in manufacturing; and lead the way to maximum performance.

SAIA – Scaffold and Access Industry Association

SIA is the ANSI-approved developer of standards for the scaffold and access industry. SIA standards contain technical specifications developed and tested by scaffold experts, which prescribe rules governing the safety, construction, design, testing, care and use of various types of scaffolds.

SMPTE – Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers

The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers (SMPTE) was founded in 1916 to advance theory and development in the motion imaging field. Today, SMPTE serves its members with the latest technology information and education on a rapidly changing industry. SMPTE also is an accredited and globally-respected industry standards-setting body. As the leading technical society for the motion imaging industry, SMPTE is shaping the future of the constantly evolving content business.

SSPC – Society for Protective Coatings

The Society for Protective Coatings is the leading source of information on surface preparation, coating selection and application, environmental regulations, and health and safety issues that affect the protective coatings industry.

TAPPI – Technical Association of the Pulp and Paper Industry

TAPPI is the leading technical association for the worldwide pulp, paper, packaging, and converting industries. TAPPI Test Methods and Technical Information Papers (TIPs) provide the most comprehensive collection of reliable technical information in the paper processing industry.

UL – Underwriters Laboratories

UL Standards & Engagement translates scientific discoveries into standards and policies that have the power to make a systemic impact on public safety throughout the world. Distinguished by our independent research and informed foresight, we’ve been driving cutting-edge science into practical standards since 1903. Our extensive library of standards helps to make everyday things safer, more secure, and more sustainable, from life jackets to batteries to autonomous cars. It’s a mission we pursue across the globe. We partner with leading minds and national standards bodies around the world to draw upon an ever-growing body of scientific knowledge from UL Research Institutes and global experts. Together, we’re creating a dynamic road map to a safer future.

ULC – Underwriters Laboratories of Canada

ULC Standards has been publishing standards for Canadians for over 60 years. As one of the Standards Council of Canada (SCC) accredited Standards Development Organizations (SDO), we operate under the consensus-based principles as required by the SCC under the Requirements & Guidance – Accreditation of Standards Development Organizations. ULC Standards is also a signatory to the World Trade Organization (WTO) Technical Barrier to Trade Agreement, which outlines in Annex 3 the Code of Good Practice for the Preparation, Adoption and Application of Standards.

UOP – UOP LLC, A Honeywell Company

Over 300 analytical methods and procedures support the installation, implementation, maintenance and safe operation of UOP-licensed processes. These test methods are a valuable resource to help users analyze feedstocks and various process streams. Considered an industry standard in its own right, they supplement ASTM, API, and other important industry standards and publications.