Standardized Terminology for Arc, Resistance, Solid-State, and Thermal Cutting Processes in Metal Joining 1. Overview and Scope of the Standardized Welding Vocabulary ISO/TR 25901-4:2016 is part of the multi-part Technical Report series that establishes a comprehensive vocabulary for welding and…

Comprehensive Fire Prevention Strategies for Welding, Cutting, and Allied Thermal Operations 1. Understanding Fire Risks in Welding and Allied Processes ISO/TR 25909:2007 provides essential guidance on fire safety management for welding and allied processes, including cutting, grinding, brazing, soldering, and…

A Systematic Methodology for Identifying Recordkeeping Requirements Through Business Process Analysis 1. The Role of Work Process Analysis in Records Management ISO/TR 26122:2008 provides a systematic framework for analyzing business work processes to identify what records need to be created,…

A detailed comparison of seismic design requirements for lifts and escalators across EU, US, Canadian, Australian, New Zealand, and Japanese codes 1. Scope and Purpose of ISO/TR 25741-1:2025 ISO/TR 25741-1:2025 provides a comprehensive rule-by-rule comparison of seismic design requirements for…

A comprehensive study and decision framework for using lifts for building evacuation during fires, earthquakes, and other emergencies 1. Scope and Risk Assessment Framework of ISO/TR 25743 ISO/TR 25743:2010 investigates the risks and hazards associated with using lifts (elevators) for…

Comprehensive welding terminology standard covering weld types, joint preparations, testing, equipment, parameters, and management terms 1. Scope and Structure of ISO/TR 25901-1 ISO/TR 25901-1:2016 defines the general vocabulary for welding and allied processes, establishing a comprehensive terminology framework that replaces…

Comprehensive terminology for welding process classification covering arc welding, resistance welding, laser welding, friction welding and more 1. Scope and Classification of Welding Processes in ISO/TR 25901-3 ISO/TR 25901-3:2016 defines the terminology for welding processes classified according to their physical…

Design considerations for safe, accessible, and user-friendly home healthcare products serving older adults and non-professional caregivers 1. The Challenge of Home Healthcare in Rapidly Ageing Societies As populations age rapidly worldwide, healthcare activities are increasingly shifting from professional medical facilities…

A comprehensive technical guide to ISO and IEC standards for jib crane design, structural analysis, stability, wire ropes, and safety systems 1. Scope and Classification of Jib Cranes According to ISO/TR 25599 ISO/TR 25599:2005 provides a comprehensive collection of International…

A comprehensive reference for standardized symbols and definitions across ISO mechanical testing standards for metallic materials 1. Overview and Purpose of ISO/TR 25679 ISO/TR 25679:2005 is a comprehensive reference work that catalogues and standardizes the symbols, definitions, and designation systems…

Technical Report on Fundamental Acoustical Terminology for Engineering and Measurement Applications Introduction to ISO/TR 25417:2007 ISO/TR 25417:2007 is a Technical Report that establishes a unified set of definitions for basic acoustic quantities and terms used across acoustical standards, measurements, and…

A reference guide to standardized acoustical terminology for noise measurement and sound engineering 1. The Need for Standardized Acoustical Terminology Acoustics is a multidisciplinary field spanning engineering, physics, architecture, occupational health, and environmental science. Precise and consistent terminology is essential…

Practical design calculations for trussed and concrete-encased CFST structures per ISO 16521 1. Introduction to CFST Hybrid Structures and ISO/TR 25439 Concrete-filled steel tubular (CFST) hybrid structures combine the complementary strengths of steel and concrete: the steel tube provides tensile…

Standardized methods for optical measurement of dirt, shives, stickies, and fiber characteristics in pulp and paper products 1. Introduction to Image Analysis in the Pulp and Paper Industry Image analysis systems have been used in the pulp and paper industry…

A technical guide to characterizing cavitation fields in ultrasonic cleaning systems Ultrasonic cleaning is one of the most widely used industrial and laboratory cleaning techniques, yet its effectiveness depends critically on the spatial distribution of cavitation activity within the cleaning…

A comprehensive guide to green logistics practices across transportation, storage, packaging, and distribution 1. Introduction to Green Logistics and ISO/TR 25326 Logistics is a vital pillar of the global economy, integrating transportation, warehousing, and information services. However, traditional logistics activities…

Guidelines for using harmonized vibration data to evaluate operator exposure in ride-on construction equipment 1. Understanding Whole-Body Vibration in Earth-Moving Machinery Operators of earth-moving machinery such as wheel loaders, bulldozers, excavators, and dump trucks are exposed to whole-body vibration (WBV)…