Palisades-New Jersey April 2014 Newsletter
Newsletter of the Palisades - New Jersey Section
The Society of Plastics Engineers 2014 Section Awards
April 2014
CAREER INSIDER TRADING – INSIGHTS ON GETTING THE BEST RETURN ON YOUR JOB SEARCH INVESTMENTS Jess Stinson Executive Search
Pinnacle Gold
Communication Excellence
WHY TITANATES AND ZIRCONATES MAY BE BETTER THAN SILANES – AND WHY THAT’S IMPORTANT TO ANYONE IN THE POLYMER BUSINESS Salvatore J. Monte Kenrich Petrochemicals, Inc.
MEETING LOCATION: Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel 515 Route 1 South; Iselin, NJ (1/2 Mi. North of Interchange G.S. Pkwy)
THURSDAY, APRIL 17, 2014 CAREER INSIDER TRADING
THuRSDAy, APRIL 17, 2014 4:00 PM Board Meeting 5:30 PM Networking 6:00 PM Dinner and Speaker Presentation Member Non-Member
Advance (before Noon 04/16) $40 $45 At Door $45 $50 Prosp. Mbr/Sig.Other/Guest $25 unempl. Mbr. $15 Students (show I.D.) $15 R.S.V.P. to: Mr. Pete Hayles, Jr. [email protected] 732 239-8984
Table of Contents This Month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,2 Editor’s Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 upcoming Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Scholarship Opportuniites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
The focus of this discussion will be on how to help individuals overcome the challenges of finding a job. Our discussion will include the full life-cycle of action to finding a job, including how to get a foot in the door for an initial interview, preparing with the “Adverbs of Interviewing” and other keys insights to making the meeting count. There will be a discussion on resumes including tips on how to make you appear more marketable on paper and NOT get lost in the crowd of resumes that HR and Hiring Managers are viewing. (Stay tuned to find out some “industry secrets” to get that job!)
BIO: JESS STINSON Jess has been in Retained and Contingency Search for 15+ years, primarily focusing on manufacturing in the Specialty Chemical, Oil & Gas, Metals/Plastics, Medical Device, Microelectronics, and Advanced Materials arenas. Her successes in these industries are in R&D, Procurement, Manufacturing/Engineering, Quality and Business Development and span all levels from Engineer to CEO. Jess has degrees in Mathematics and Economics. She is a member in good standing of the Society of Plastics Engineers, American Society for Quality, the American Chemical Society and the American Institute of Chemical Engineers.
Section News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 March Meeting Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
WHY TITANATES
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Polymer compositions of any consequence are formulated with dissimilar materials to impart functional properties. The Interface is where these dissimilar materials meet. Various additives are used by formulators, compounders and processors to overcome the intrinsic interfacial dissimilarities. As the name implies, Coupling Agents are additives designed to couple atomically at the Interface of dissimilar materials. Coupling agents fall into
Golf Outing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Sponsor Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8,9 Call For Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10 Section Minute Summaries . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
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ZIRCONATES
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Editor’s Note
general classes dependent on their central atom(s); silanes are by far the current dominant commercial coupling agent used. The success of silanes and their limitations have created what the author describes as a “silane mindset”, which limits innovation with polymer compositions containing non-silane reactive carbonates and other materials. During the period of silane coupling agent market development, organometallics such as titanates, zirconates, metallocenes, etc. were considered generally to be polymerization catalysts or a source for metal oxides such as TiO2 via the TiCl4 process. The author was first to introduce heteroatom titanates and zirconates designed specifically to act as coupling agents that catalyze. The presentation will discuss some of the fundamental differences in the tetravalent chemistry of Si vs. Ti/Zr coupling – in practical commercial applications (reflected in over 7,000 Science IP Search generated ACS CAS abstracted works by the author and other investigators) – as to why titanates and zirconates as invented by the author may be better than silanes – and why that’s important to anyone in the polymer business.
Last month’s section meeting was held jointly with our student section at Rutgers (see pg 4), and it is exciting to see students getting involved and learning more about our industry. One of the presentations gave the students tips on their initial job search, and this month one of our speakers will give another perspective on the job search (see pg 1). you are part of an award-winning section (see pg 4), and thanks are due to all who volunteer their time, knowledge, and skills to keeping our section in top shape. If you are not already involved, what talents can you contribute? Contact information for the board of directors and committee leaders is found on the last page of every newsletter, and we would be happy to hear from you!
BIO: SALVATORE J. MONTE Salvatore J. Monte is the President of Kenrich Petrochemicals, Inc. and is a co-owner of the company, which has been in business for over sixty years. Sal received his B.C.E. from Manhattan College in 1961 and M.S. in Polymeric Materials from Nyu Poly in 1969. Sal holds thirty u.S. Patents filed worldwide — most recent Nov. 26, 2013 for compatibilizing oil-soaked beach sand and spent drilling mud (BaSO4) with Portland cement and water. He has authored many technical papers, journal articles, and book chapters on applications of organometallics and reactive diluents in thermosets and thermoplastics and has lectured on coupling agents around the world. Sal’s titanate technology is being used to render conventional PVC anaerobic landfill biodegradable. Sal is a licensed Professional Engineer in NJ; Voted Member of the Plastics Pioneers Association; SPE Fellow and Honored Service Member; and active in SPE and many other organizations.
Jennifer Markarian, Editor [email protected]
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The Palisades-New Jersey Section of the Society of Plastics Engineers offers academic scholarships young people are not only our pride and joy but they are also the future leaders of the world. So, they deserve our blessings and support. With that in mind, the Palisades-New Jersey Section of the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) is proud to offer academic scholarships to associated members who have demonstrated excellence in various fields of study. The scholarship categories and criteria are listed below. If you, or a family member, are interested in participating please submit the required documents by April 30, 2014. If you are not a current member of SPE but you are interested in joining or becoming affiliated with the SPE Palisades-New Jersey Section, please contact Mike Carnese, 732-208-4333, [email protected] or visit http://www.4spe.org Scholarship Name
Scholarship Award
Number Available
Academic Criteria
Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE), Palisades-New Jersey Section Criteria
GERSON
$4,000.00
1
Graduate Study In Any Field
None
RYAN
$4,000.00
1
Undergraduate Study in Any Field
Child or Grandchild of an active Palisades-New Jersey Section Member
UNDERGRADUATE
$2,000.00
2
Undergraduate study in Physical, Chemical or Material Science or Engineering
Children or Grandchildren of active Palisades-New Jersey Section Members and/or any Full, Affiliate or Student SPE Member
HIGH SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP
$2,000.00
3
Any Field of Study
Children or Grandchildren of active Palisades-New Jersey Section Members and/or any Full, Affiliate or Student SPE Member
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Section News Election Results
Student Article - Rutgers Chapter
Congratulations to the following officers elected for 2014-2015:
The Palisades-New Jersey Section held its March meeting at Rutgers university so that the school’s student chapter could easily attend. Eight members of the student chapter were present; three of these students, Meredith Taghon, chapter secretary Michelle Frondelli, and chapter president Arya Tewatia presented posters as well. These poster presentations were followed by talks from Arkema’s Dr. Steven Baxter and Zeena Cherian. Dr. Baxter’s talk, aimed at the students, was entitled “What Hiring Managers Look For,” and students gained some useful insight from this presentation.
President - S. T. Lee 1st VP -Mike Fisch 2nd VP -Giorgiana Giancola Treasurer - Francis McAndrew Secretary - Lenny Davis Councilor - Tom Martin Past President - Mark Lavach
Congratulations to the following directors elected for the 2017-2018 term (beginning July 1, 2014):
Ms. Cherian’s talk, titled “Principles of Polymer Rheology – Applications to Rigid PVC,” surveyed a complicated, fascinating, important topic. The Rutgers student chapter would like to thank the professional section for hosting a meeting at Rutgers. The effort and time needed to make this possible is much appreciated, and the chapter looks forward to a continued relationship with the professional section.
Mike Carnese Art Finkle Arya Tewatia Stu Kapp
Max Freedman
Awards We are happy to announce that the Palisades-New Jersey Section has received the SPE’s Pinnacle Gold Award, which is the highest level of the Pinnacle Award for sections and divisions that successfully create and deliver member value.
Our Section has also received the “Notable Achiever” Communications Excellence Award, which recognizes sections, divisions, and special interest groups that implement effective communication practices. The Section will be recognized with these awards at the upcoming ANTEC®.
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Review of March Meeting
Zeena Cherian, Arkema, is recognized by Mark Lavach for her presentation at the March meeting.
Dr. Steven Baxter, Arkema, is recognized by Mark Lavach for his presentation at the March meeting.
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On behalf of the Student Section, Rutgers Student Chapter President, Arya Tewatia, receives a check from the PalisadesNew Jersey Section to support the Student Section's activities.
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Call for Papers 12th International Conference on Advances in Foam Materials & Technology Co-Sponsored by the Palisades-New Jersey Section & TPM&F Division The Society of Plastics Engineers Tutorial September 8 - 9, 2014 Conference September 10 - 11, 2014 Iselin, New Jersey uSA
The FOAMS® 2014 conference is planned to address the advances in synthesis, characterization, and properties of polymer foams by leading foam researchers in industry and academia. This conference is the premier forum for sharing ideas and learning about new developments in foaming technologies due to the diversity of the attendees. As an accomplished technical and business leader in polymeric foams, we invite you to give a technical presentation at this conference. Please consider contributing an original paper on technical or business aspects of your recent, significant developments in thermoplastic foams. The submitted papers will be carefully reviewed. The criteria for selection of papers will be based on significant developments that will bring benefits to the foam industry with highest quality and originality. The best papers will be selected and announced in January 2015. If you have any questions regarding the abstract, topics, or deadlines, please contact Ajit Ranade. We look forward to your participation. Thank you. l Maxwell Wingert, Conference Chair, Procter and Gamble l Sal Monte, Conference Co-Chair, Kenrich Petrochemicals l Ajit Ranade, Technical Program Chair, Sonoco Corporation Papers are invited on the following topics: l l l l
Polymer Foam Sustainability (including bio-based or biodegradable materials) Foaming Technologies (including extrusion, steam chest molding, or injection molding) New Materials, New Properties (including blowing agents, new advanced foams, or nano-cellular foams) Applications (including packaging, automotive, aerospace, building/construction, medical, or consumer products)
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Summary of 2014 Minutes The Palisades-New Jersey Section of the Society of Plastics
February 20 Board of Directors Meeting
Councilor’s Report: Still pending is the status of SPE’s share of profits from TopCons. We received the Notable Award (2nd level of 3) for Communications this year. Standards have been set higher since last year. We were rated 16/20 with comments on Innovative communications, two way communications, best practices, and branding (which we need to improve). House Committee: The contract received from Somerset Hills did not reflect conversations with Pete. This hotel reportedly will work with us to get in $30 range for 3 meal choices, conference and meeting room). Somerset Hills also asked for a deposit. Rich gave Pines Manor 28 days to respond to a request for a quote for our monthly meetings but nobody did. Education Committee: A question was brought up about requirement for uS citizenship/permanent residence for individual scholarships. Mike Fisch will ask Brian to investigate requirements. Membership Report: SPE reported that our Section has 498 regular members (including Emeritus), 49 student, 4 young professionals (under 40), one of whom works for Princeton. There are more student members at RPI than at Rutgers. Thirteen in the Student Category have no affiliation with a university. One gave his address in India. There are no lapsed members reported. Board of Directors Nominations: Candidates are: Art Finkle, Stu Kapp, Arya Tewatia, Mike Carnese for Directors terms 20162018; Joe Duska moved to approve this slate, Pete Hayles seconded, approved by voice vote, no dissentions or abstentions. Lenny Davis will forward nominations to SPE by March 31.
January 16 Board of Directors Meeting
Councilor’s Report: Tom Martin reported that Council is waiting for a response from Executive Committee for several pending questions regarding split proceeds from TopCons. Status of the SPE website is questionable. There did not appear to be any changes in the website, promised February 2014. Francis had question about dues rebate, to be reduced 25% from last year based, assuming that membership has not been reduced again. Finance Committee Highlights: Francis McAndrew gave report. The Section’s share of profits from Vinyltec were received and moved to Ziegler for inclusion in our Education Endowment Fund account. 15% in cash on hand is to be invested fully by June by Steve Duerr. Scholarship update: . Len K. asked about recognition for Leonard Nass. We could name high school scholarships after five founding fathers of the Palisades and Newark (New Jersey) sections. Len K. to provide a list. $18,500 budgeted for scholarships + $2,500 Board Discretionary. Plastivan: Plastivan on January 15-16 is funded through money allocated to the Weinberg Scholarship. $1500 was budgeted. We are cosponsors with Plastics Pioneers Association. Officer Elections: The board voted by paper ballot for officers and councilor. No write-in candidates or floor nominations were seen. (See Results pg 5)
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BOARD
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DIRECTORS AND COMMITTEE LIST
2013-14 Officers Mark Lavach S.T. Lee Michael Fisch Francis McAndrew Lenny Davis Tom Martin Joe Duska
Arkema, Inc. Sealed Air Consultant Retired Sun Chemical Corp. Colorite, Inc. Manetti Group
President 1st Vice President 2nd Vice President Treasurer Secretary Councilor Past President
201-933-4500 (x1296) 201-600-6874 732-778-1599
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2013-14 Directors Jim Williamson Art Finkle Giorgiana Giancola
Dover Chemical, Inc. BASF Kobo Products
Director Director Director
610-662-7779 203-371-6677 732-986-1144
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2015-16 Directors Brian Gibson Paul Nardone Robert MacFarlane, Jr.
Tekni-Plex CW Brabender, Inc THO Services
Director Director Director
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2016-17 Directors Sal Monte Len Krauskopf Rich Bradley Ron Klein
Kenrich Petrochemicals Vinyl Consulting Co. Shawnee Chemical Daikin Americas, Inc
Director Director Director Director
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Committee Chairs Past Presidents Advisory: Joe Duska Finance: David Riley Awards: Paul Nardone Education Chair: Brian Gibson Education Co-chair: Andrew yacykewych Endowment Fund: J. Stephen Duerr House: Pete Hayles Membership: Mike Carnese Program: Jay Kotak Publications: Jennifer Markarian Rules & Org.: Robert MacFarlane, Jr. Special Events: Jim Williamson
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The Society of Plastics Engineers 2014 Section Awards
April 2014
CAREER INSIDER TRADING – INSIGHTS ON GETTING THE BEST RETURN ON YOUR JOB SEARCH INVESTMENTS Jess Stinson Executive Search
Pinnacle Gold
Communication Excellence
WHY TITANATES AND ZIRCONATES MAY BE BETTER THAN SILANES – AND WHY THAT’S IMPORTANT TO ANYONE IN THE POLYMER BUSINESS Salvatore J. Monte Kenrich Petrochemicals, Inc.
MEETING LOCATION: Renaissance Woodbridge Hotel 515 Route 1 South; Iselin, NJ (1/2 Mi. North of Interchange G.S. Pkwy)
THURSDAY, APRIL 17, 2014 CAREER INSIDER TRADING
THuRSDAy, APRIL 17, 2014 4:00 PM Board Meeting 5:30 PM Networking 6:00 PM Dinner and Speaker Presentation Member Non-Member
Advance (before Noon 04/16) $40 $45 At Door $45 $50 Prosp. Mbr/Sig.Other/Guest $25 unempl. Mbr. $15 Students (show I.D.) $15 R.S.V.P. to: Mr. Pete Hayles, Jr. [email protected] 732 239-8984
Table of Contents This Month . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1,2 Editor’s Note . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 upcoming Meetings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Scholarship Opportuniites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
The focus of this discussion will be on how to help individuals overcome the challenges of finding a job. Our discussion will include the full life-cycle of action to finding a job, including how to get a foot in the door for an initial interview, preparing with the “Adverbs of Interviewing” and other keys insights to making the meeting count. There will be a discussion on resumes including tips on how to make you appear more marketable on paper and NOT get lost in the crowd of resumes that HR and Hiring Managers are viewing. (Stay tuned to find out some “industry secrets” to get that job!)
BIO: JESS STINSON Jess has been in Retained and Contingency Search for 15+ years, primarily focusing on manufacturing in the Specialty Chemical, Oil & Gas, Metals/Plastics, Medical Device, Microelectronics, and Advanced Materials arenas. Her successes in these industries are in R&D, Procurement, Manufacturing/Engineering, Quality and Business Development and span all levels from Engineer to CEO. Jess has degrees in Mathematics and Economics. She is a member in good standing of the Society of Plastics Engineers, American Society for Quality, the American Chemical Society and the American Institute of Chemical Engineers.
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WHY TITANATES
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Polymer compositions of any consequence are formulated with dissimilar materials to impart functional properties. The Interface is where these dissimilar materials meet. Various additives are used by formulators, compounders and processors to overcome the intrinsic interfacial dissimilarities. As the name implies, Coupling Agents are additives designed to couple atomically at the Interface of dissimilar materials. Coupling agents fall into
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general classes dependent on their central atom(s); silanes are by far the current dominant commercial coupling agent used. The success of silanes and their limitations have created what the author describes as a “silane mindset”, which limits innovation with polymer compositions containing non-silane reactive carbonates and other materials. During the period of silane coupling agent market development, organometallics such as titanates, zirconates, metallocenes, etc. were considered generally to be polymerization catalysts or a source for metal oxides such as TiO2 via the TiCl4 process. The author was first to introduce heteroatom titanates and zirconates designed specifically to act as coupling agents that catalyze. The presentation will discuss some of the fundamental differences in the tetravalent chemistry of Si vs. Ti/Zr coupling – in practical commercial applications (reflected in over 7,000 Science IP Search generated ACS CAS abstracted works by the author and other investigators) – as to why titanates and zirconates as invented by the author may be better than silanes – and why that’s important to anyone in the polymer business.
Last month’s section meeting was held jointly with our student section at Rutgers (see pg 4), and it is exciting to see students getting involved and learning more about our industry. One of the presentations gave the students tips on their initial job search, and this month one of our speakers will give another perspective on the job search (see pg 1). you are part of an award-winning section (see pg 4), and thanks are due to all who volunteer their time, knowledge, and skills to keeping our section in top shape. If you are not already involved, what talents can you contribute? Contact information for the board of directors and committee leaders is found on the last page of every newsletter, and we would be happy to hear from you!
BIO: SALVATORE J. MONTE Salvatore J. Monte is the President of Kenrich Petrochemicals, Inc. and is a co-owner of the company, which has been in business for over sixty years. Sal received his B.C.E. from Manhattan College in 1961 and M.S. in Polymeric Materials from Nyu Poly in 1969. Sal holds thirty u.S. Patents filed worldwide — most recent Nov. 26, 2013 for compatibilizing oil-soaked beach sand and spent drilling mud (BaSO4) with Portland cement and water. He has authored many technical papers, journal articles, and book chapters on applications of organometallics and reactive diluents in thermosets and thermoplastics and has lectured on coupling agents around the world. Sal’s titanate technology is being used to render conventional PVC anaerobic landfill biodegradable. Sal is a licensed Professional Engineer in NJ; Voted Member of the Plastics Pioneers Association; SPE Fellow and Honored Service Member; and active in SPE and many other organizations.
Jennifer Markarian, Editor [email protected]
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The Palisades-New Jersey Section of the Society of Plastics Engineers offers academic scholarships young people are not only our pride and joy but they are also the future leaders of the world. So, they deserve our blessings and support. With that in mind, the Palisades-New Jersey Section of the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) is proud to offer academic scholarships to associated members who have demonstrated excellence in various fields of study. The scholarship categories and criteria are listed below. If you, or a family member, are interested in participating please submit the required documents by April 30, 2014. If you are not a current member of SPE but you are interested in joining or becoming affiliated with the SPE Palisades-New Jersey Section, please contact Mike Carnese, 732-208-4333, [email protected] or visit http://www.4spe.org Scholarship Name
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GERSON
$4,000.00
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Graduate Study In Any Field
None
RYAN
$4,000.00
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Undergraduate Study in Any Field
Child or Grandchild of an active Palisades-New Jersey Section Member
UNDERGRADUATE
$2,000.00
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Undergraduate study in Physical, Chemical or Material Science or Engineering
Children or Grandchildren of active Palisades-New Jersey Section Members and/or any Full, Affiliate or Student SPE Member
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Any Field of Study
Children or Grandchildren of active Palisades-New Jersey Section Members and/or any Full, Affiliate or Student SPE Member
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Section News Election Results
Student Article - Rutgers Chapter
Congratulations to the following officers elected for 2014-2015:
The Palisades-New Jersey Section held its March meeting at Rutgers university so that the school’s student chapter could easily attend. Eight members of the student chapter were present; three of these students, Meredith Taghon, chapter secretary Michelle Frondelli, and chapter president Arya Tewatia presented posters as well. These poster presentations were followed by talks from Arkema’s Dr. Steven Baxter and Zeena Cherian. Dr. Baxter’s talk, aimed at the students, was entitled “What Hiring Managers Look For,” and students gained some useful insight from this presentation.
President - S. T. Lee 1st VP -Mike Fisch 2nd VP -Giorgiana Giancola Treasurer - Francis McAndrew Secretary - Lenny Davis Councilor - Tom Martin Past President - Mark Lavach
Congratulations to the following directors elected for the 2017-2018 term (beginning July 1, 2014):
Ms. Cherian’s talk, titled “Principles of Polymer Rheology – Applications to Rigid PVC,” surveyed a complicated, fascinating, important topic. The Rutgers student chapter would like to thank the professional section for hosting a meeting at Rutgers. The effort and time needed to make this possible is much appreciated, and the chapter looks forward to a continued relationship with the professional section.
Mike Carnese Art Finkle Arya Tewatia Stu Kapp
Max Freedman
Awards We are happy to announce that the Palisades-New Jersey Section has received the SPE’s Pinnacle Gold Award, which is the highest level of the Pinnacle Award for sections and divisions that successfully create and deliver member value.
Our Section has also received the “Notable Achiever” Communications Excellence Award, which recognizes sections, divisions, and special interest groups that implement effective communication practices. The Section will be recognized with these awards at the upcoming ANTEC®.
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Zeena Cherian, Arkema, is recognized by Mark Lavach for her presentation at the March meeting.
Dr. Steven Baxter, Arkema, is recognized by Mark Lavach for his presentation at the March meeting.
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Call for Papers 12th International Conference on Advances in Foam Materials & Technology Co-Sponsored by the Palisades-New Jersey Section & TPM&F Division The Society of Plastics Engineers Tutorial September 8 - 9, 2014 Conference September 10 - 11, 2014 Iselin, New Jersey uSA
The FOAMS® 2014 conference is planned to address the advances in synthesis, characterization, and properties of polymer foams by leading foam researchers in industry and academia. This conference is the premier forum for sharing ideas and learning about new developments in foaming technologies due to the diversity of the attendees. As an accomplished technical and business leader in polymeric foams, we invite you to give a technical presentation at this conference. Please consider contributing an original paper on technical or business aspects of your recent, significant developments in thermoplastic foams. The submitted papers will be carefully reviewed. The criteria for selection of papers will be based on significant developments that will bring benefits to the foam industry with highest quality and originality. The best papers will be selected and announced in January 2015. If you have any questions regarding the abstract, topics, or deadlines, please contact Ajit Ranade. We look forward to your participation. Thank you. l Maxwell Wingert, Conference Chair, Procter and Gamble l Sal Monte, Conference Co-Chair, Kenrich Petrochemicals l Ajit Ranade, Technical Program Chair, Sonoco Corporation Papers are invited on the following topics: l l l l
Polymer Foam Sustainability (including bio-based or biodegradable materials) Foaming Technologies (including extrusion, steam chest molding, or injection molding) New Materials, New Properties (including blowing agents, new advanced foams, or nano-cellular foams) Applications (including packaging, automotive, aerospace, building/construction, medical, or consumer products)
Timeline for FOAMS® 2014 technical presentations: May 15, 2014 – Abstract due. June 1, 2014 – Notification of accepted abstracts to all authors July 1, 2014 – First version of the paper to be sent to Ajit Ranade ([email protected]) August 1, 2014 – Final version of the paper with any revisions due. September 10, 2014 – FOAMS® 2014 Conference
Please send your full contact information, the title and 100-150 word abstract of your paper by May 15 to: Ajit Ranade [email protected]
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Summary of 2014 Minutes The Palisades-New Jersey Section of the Society of Plastics
February 20 Board of Directors Meeting
Councilor’s Report: Still pending is the status of SPE’s share of profits from TopCons. We received the Notable Award (2nd level of 3) for Communications this year. Standards have been set higher since last year. We were rated 16/20 with comments on Innovative communications, two way communications, best practices, and branding (which we need to improve). House Committee: The contract received from Somerset Hills did not reflect conversations with Pete. This hotel reportedly will work with us to get in $30 range for 3 meal choices, conference and meeting room). Somerset Hills also asked for a deposit. Rich gave Pines Manor 28 days to respond to a request for a quote for our monthly meetings but nobody did. Education Committee: A question was brought up about requirement for uS citizenship/permanent residence for individual scholarships. Mike Fisch will ask Brian to investigate requirements. Membership Report: SPE reported that our Section has 498 regular members (including Emeritus), 49 student, 4 young professionals (under 40), one of whom works for Princeton. There are more student members at RPI than at Rutgers. Thirteen in the Student Category have no affiliation with a university. One gave his address in India. There are no lapsed members reported. Board of Directors Nominations: Candidates are: Art Finkle, Stu Kapp, Arya Tewatia, Mike Carnese for Directors terms 20162018; Joe Duska moved to approve this slate, Pete Hayles seconded, approved by voice vote, no dissentions or abstentions. Lenny Davis will forward nominations to SPE by March 31.
January 16 Board of Directors Meeting
Councilor’s Report: Tom Martin reported that Council is waiting for a response from Executive Committee for several pending questions regarding split proceeds from TopCons. Status of the SPE website is questionable. There did not appear to be any changes in the website, promised February 2014. Francis had question about dues rebate, to be reduced 25% from last year based, assuming that membership has not been reduced again. Finance Committee Highlights: Francis McAndrew gave report. The Section’s share of profits from Vinyltec were received and moved to Ziegler for inclusion in our Education Endowment Fund account. 15% in cash on hand is to be invested fully by June by Steve Duerr. Scholarship update: . Len K. asked about recognition for Leonard Nass. We could name high school scholarships after five founding fathers of the Palisades and Newark (New Jersey) sections. Len K. to provide a list. $18,500 budgeted for scholarships + $2,500 Board Discretionary. Plastivan: Plastivan on January 15-16 is funded through money allocated to the Weinberg Scholarship. $1500 was budgeted. We are cosponsors with Plastics Pioneers Association. Officer Elections: The board voted by paper ballot for officers and councilor. No write-in candidates or floor nominations were seen. (See Results pg 5)
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DIRECTORS AND COMMITTEE LIST
2013-14 Officers Mark Lavach S.T. Lee Michael Fisch Francis McAndrew Lenny Davis Tom Martin Joe Duska
Arkema, Inc. Sealed Air Consultant Retired Sun Chemical Corp. Colorite, Inc. Manetti Group
President 1st Vice President 2nd Vice President Treasurer Secretary Councilor Past President
201-933-4500 (x1296) 201-600-6874 732-778-1599
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
2013-14 Directors Jim Williamson Art Finkle Giorgiana Giancola
Dover Chemical, Inc. BASF Kobo Products
Director Director Director
610-662-7779 203-371-6677 732-986-1144
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
2015-16 Directors Brian Gibson Paul Nardone Robert MacFarlane, Jr.
Tekni-Plex CW Brabender, Inc THO Services
Director Director Director
973-743-7850 (Home) 201-343-8425 (ext 19) 973-410-0590
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
2016-17 Directors Sal Monte Len Krauskopf Rich Bradley Ron Klein
Kenrich Petrochemicals Vinyl Consulting Co. Shawnee Chemical Daikin Americas, Inc
Director Director Director Director
201-823-9000 609-275-4561 203-938-3003 845-365-9537
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Committee Chairs Past Presidents Advisory: Joe Duska Finance: David Riley Awards: Paul Nardone Education Chair: Brian Gibson Education Co-chair: Andrew yacykewych Endowment Fund: J. Stephen Duerr House: Pete Hayles Membership: Mike Carnese Program: Jay Kotak Publications: Jennifer Markarian Rules & Org.: Robert MacFarlane, Jr. Special Events: Jim Williamson
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Emeritus Directors Jay Kotak [email protected] 609-799-9034 Dr. David Riley 908-369-7260
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