Eugene F. Palermo, Ph.D., has been honored with a 2004 ASTM International Award of Merit for his long-term service to ASTM committee work.

Eugene F. Palermo, Ph.D., president of Palermo Plastics Pipe (P3) Consulting in Oak Hill, VA, where he also resides, has been honored with a 2004 ASTM International Award of Merit for his long-term service to ASTM committee work. The award is the highest Society recognition for individual contributions to standards activities.

ASTM Committee F17 on Plastic Piping Systems cited Dr. Palermo for his "outstanding dedication, meritorious service and leadership,"