Society of Automotive Engineers, an organization serving the automotive industry.
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ABMA
American Boiler Manufacturers Association.
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A.G.M.A.
Abbreviation for 'American Gear Manufacturers Associations', an organization serving the gear industry.
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A.S.T.M.
American Society for Testing Materials - a society for developing standards for materials and test methods.
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CLASSIFICATION SOCIETY
Independent and reputable organizations which verifies and inspects vessels for seaworthiness. As technical experts, they serve to provide the necessary basis for adjusting insurance rates for the vessel.
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API ENGINE SERVICE CATEGORY
Gasoline and diesel engine oil quality levels established jointly by API, SAE, and ASTM, and sometimes called SAE or API/SAE categories; formerly called API Engine Service Classifications.
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MULTIGRADE OIL
An oil meeting the requirements of more than one SAE viscosity grade classification, and may therefore be suitable for use over a wider temperature range than a single-grade oil.
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INTERNATIONAL CHART
One of a coordinated series of small-scale charts for planning and long range navigation. The charts are prepared and published by different Member States of the International Hydrographic Organization using the same specifications.
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IACS
International Association of Classification Societies.
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IAPH
International Association of Ports and Harbors.
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TI
Transportation institute, a non-profit organization devoted to maritime research and education.
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