It quickly became the major technical and educational organization representing mechanical engineers in the United States. Today, ASME is an international organization boasting a worldwide membership of 125,000 engineers. The technical base upon which the ASME rests is its Technical Groups, Divisions, Subdivisions, Institutes, Boards, Standing and Special Committee, Task Forces, and Programs. Orga
nized within the Council of Engineering, they are a major force in accomplishing the Society's stated purpose of advancing the art, science and practice of mechanical engineering. ASME has 38 Technical Divisions to cater to a wide range of engineering specialties. Technical activities such as technical conferences, workshops and publications are often organized and produced by these divisions. ASME's involvement in codes and standards (some 600 of them) is well-established, promoting safety, reliability, productivity and efficiency in industry and daily life.
