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2 www.SPEdetroit.org networking opportunities available. those who have just left education and Even conferences put on by professional entered the workplace, Furkan Akdemir entities, whose livelihood depends on and Maheen Khan chair our Next their ability to attract attendees, often Generation committee. pale in comparison (you can likely tell how proud I am to be associated with Being able to do all of this work is the people who put on our conferences). not cheap. We are blessed with some Our TPO Conference, chaired by Sassan tremendous section sponsors that Tarahomi, and Auto EPCON, chaired by include BASF Performance Materials Sandra McClelland and Gary Kogowski, North America, Ravago Manufacturing, in addition to producing exceptional ENTEC, Chase Plastics, Vantage Plastics, content, also have a little friendly rivalry Maple Press and Midland Compounding over which is our top money-earner. and Consulting. If you’re interested in Sponsorship, please talk to Chris Surbrook Our Education Committee has become (csurbrook@midlandcompounding. one of our Section’s crowning jewels. com) or Bob Petrach (robertpetrach@ Sandra McClelland has grown this aol.com). With Dawn Cooper (dawn@ group to include full Student Chapters uniplasinc.com), Chris also co-chairs the at Ferris State, Michigan State, Kettering Material Auction that sees us auction University, and Schoolcraft College, donated resins to also raise funds for and we’re developing programs at the educational outreach. University of Michigan, Saginaw Valley State, Delta College and Mid-Michigan And of course, I haven’t even started to Community College. Developing discuss the group of volunteers needed programs is one thing, keeping them just to keep the Section running. But active and involved takes a combination perhaps that’s a topic for another piece. of faculty members, student volunteers and SPE Detroit liaisons. And, of course, If you are interested in getting more the funds to do what needs to be done. involved yourself, the first step is easy. But universities and colleges aren’t our Contact Keith Siopes (keith.siopes@dsm. only outreach. Tom Miller and Todd com), let him know your skill set and Hogan organize PlastiVan visits to local interests, and we’re more than happy to area schools and educational events put you to work (and grateful that you and use these visits as a means to volunteer too!). promote our annual Essay Competition. Tom is also in charge of the committee that hands out thousands of dollars in Adrian Merrington student scholarships each year. And for President, Detroit Section of SPE

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4 www.SPEdetroit.org September Technical Dinner Recap Bob Petrach – Safety Technology International SPE Detroit Secretary and Technical Program Chair

For those of you who missed the 2015-2016 Delta Polymers is a small company, yet it has Kickoff meeting at Kettering University, you provided a tremendous amount of support to missed an eventful meeting. Below are a few the SPE Detroit Section including three past of the highlights: presidents. Adrian Merrington, our new president, kicked Shane Alexander of Kettering University it off by thanking event sponsor BASF and was presented with the first Delta Polymers table sponsors Asahi Kasei, IAC, PolyOne, Scholarship. Techno Polymer and Trinseo. He then did a The Professor Reginald Bell Scholarship was quick synopsis of SPE Detroit Section activities presented to Christopher Orr of the University before turning the podium over to Awards of Michigan. Chris has pushed tirelessly to Chair, Nippani Rao. establish a student chapter at U of M. Nippani presented the 2015 Outstanding I was given the chance to say a few words about Member Award to Dr. Sassan Tarahomi the remarkable person that was Professor followed by the Lifetime Achievement Award Reginald Bell and his legacy of inspiration to to Pete Grelle. all students (and non-students) with over 50 Sassan then presented Star Awards to Dr. Gary years of teaching and his tireless support for Kogowski and Dr. Adrian Merrington. the plastics industry. Sassan also presented the President’s Special Sandra mentioned the opportunity to be Recognition Award to Sandra McClelland, SPE a part of the Great Lakes Bay STEM Festival Detroit Councilor and Education Committee to be held at Delta College September 25th Chair, for her years of service to the Section, and 26th. The Detroit Section of SPE will be divisions, and SPE International, and for the sponsoring a booth to showcase plastics and personal support and guidance she’d given is seeking SPE members to help staff the booth him the past year. Friday and Saturday. Sandra McClelland, in her role as Education Finally we got to the program about the Plastics Committee Chair noted SPE Detroit has three Program at Kettering University presented by named scholarships with the SPE Foundation: Mark Richardson, manufacturing engineering the Tom Powers Scholarship, The Norm lecturer. Mark outlined the program and his Kakarala Scholarship, and the Education Award vision of supporting his two customers – the in honor of Fred Schwab. With excitement students and the plastics industry. After the she introduced two new named SPE Detroit presentation, Mr. Richardson, Dillon Frost, Section Scholarships to be given annually--the president of the Plastics Engineering Club, Delta Polymers and Professor Reginald Bell and Dr. Susan Farhat, assistant professor of Scholarships. chemical engineering, gave tours of the Polymer www.SPEdetroit.org 5 Processing Lab and the Chemical Engineering Labs. You can read more about plastics at Kettering in last month’s newsletter. http:// spedetroit.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/ SPE15SeptNewsletter4web.pdf

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6 www.SPEdetroit.org 2014 - 2015 Detroit Section Awards Presented at September’s Technical Dinner Nippani Rao 2014 -­‐ 2015 Detroit Section Awards Presented at September’s Technical Dinner Nippani Rao, Awards Awards Committee Committee Chair and Chair Director Emeritus and Director Emeritus Asahi Kasei Plastics North America [picture of Nippani Rao Asahi Kasei Plastics North America

Outstanding Member Award – Dr. Sassan Tarahomi

The criteria for this award are exceptional contributions the to Detroit Section for a minimum of seven years, significant contributions to the plastic s industry, and participation in the greater society (SPE).

Dr. Sassan Tarahomi SPE Detroit Section 2014 -­‐2015 Outstanding Member

Star Awards – Dr. Adrian Merrington and Dr. Gary Kogowski

The criterion for this award is Detroit Section individual achievement over two or more years. There is a maximum of two recipients per year. This award is decided by a vote of the Board. Repeat winners possible after a five year lapse.

Dr. Adrian Merrington and Dr. Gary Kogowski SPE Detroit Section 2014-­‐2015 Star Awards (Bob Petrach accepting for Dr. Kogowski)

www.SPEdetroit.org 7 Lifetime Achievement Award – Peter Grelle

The criteria for this award are : “SPE members who have had long productive careers and belong to the Detroit SPE Section.” It has also been called the “Unsung Hero” award.

Peter Grelle SPE Detroit Section 2014-­‐2015 Lifetime Achievement Award

Peter F. Grelle has been employed in the plastics industry for over forty (40) years and has been a member of the Society of Plastics Engineers since 1972. He is currently owner/president of Plastics Fundamentals Group LLC, a company specializing in training ng, and consulti and -­‐ part time instructor in the Plastics Technology Program at Schoolcraft College, Livonia, Michigan. He was employed nearly twenty (20) years with The Dow Chemical Company, and prior to Dow was employed by the Monsanto Company, the Winchester f Group o Olin Corporation, and Wellman Inc. Plastics Division. Peter received his B.S. in Plastics Technology from Lowell Technological Institute, and his M.S. in Plastics Engineering from the University of Massachusetts at Lowell. He holds four (4) US and international patents in plastics product design, and has authored and co-­‐authored forty (40) publications in the areas of plastics part design, plastics materials, structural foam molding, recycling, and plastics process technology.

Peter is the recipient he of t 2000 Engineer of the Year Award from the Injection Molding Division of the SPE, the 2001 SPI Structural Plastics Division Industry Recognition Award, and the 2006 SPE Honored Service Award. He has also received four (4) Best Paper y Awards from the Societ of the Plastics Industry (SPI) Structural Plastics Division, the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) Injection Molding Division, and the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). Peter has also received the 2011 and 2013 Star Awards from the SPE Detroit tion. Sec

Since 2009, Peter has been a member of the SPE Detroit Section Board of Directors and was Detroit Section President from 2013-­‐2014. Since 1991, he has been a member of the SPE Injection Molding Division Board of Directors and was Injection Molding Division Chairperson from 1997-­‐1998. Peter currently serves as the SPE Injection Molding Division Technical Director. Peter was also a member of the SPE Rochester, New York Section Board of Directors from 1993 to 1996.

8 www.SPEdetroit.org Special Recognition Award – Sandra McClelland

This award is given to an individual who has gone above and beyond the call of duty in forwarding the Section’s mission, and is at the discretion of the President. These award winners are recognized as being an integral part of the success of the Detroit PE S Section.

Sandra McClelland SPE Detroit Section 2014-­‐2015 Special Recognition Award

Inaugural Delta Polymers Achievement – Award Shane Alexander

This scholarship is given to honor Delta Polymers and the tremendous amount of support it has given to SPE The over the years. criteria for the scholarship are active SPE involvement and support, professional scholarship application, internship/co-­‐op experience and a commitment to academic excellence.

Shane Alexander, Kettering University SPE Detroit Section 2014-­‐2015 Delta Polymers Achievement Award

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Inaugural Professor Reginald Bell Outstanding Student – Scholarship Christopher Orr

This scholarship is given to honor Kettering University Professor Reginald Bell, who passed away in 2015 after 52 years of unprecedented commitment to his students and the plastics industry. The criteria for the scholarship are active SPE involvement and support, professional scholarship application, internship/co-­‐op experience and a commitment to academic excellence.

Christopher Orr, University of Michigan SPE Detroit Section 2014-­‐2015 Professor Reginald Bell Outstanding Student Scholarship

Would you like the Plastivan October 4-7, 2015 to visit the school in your 17th Annual SPE area? Auto-TPO Conference Please contact Troy Marriott Tom Miller at http://auto-tpo.com/ [email protected]. October 26, 2015 Schedules for school year FSU Plastics Program 2015-2016 are being made Ferris State Univ, Big Rapids, MI now. November 16, 2015 Plant Visit Linear Mold and Engineering, Livonia, MI

10 www.SPEdetroit.org Tribute to Professor Reg Bell at the September Technical Dinner Meeting at Kettering University Bob Petrach – Safety Technology International Kettering University (GMI) Alumnus

What can I say about Reg Bell, about his influence on me and where I am today? Forty-five years ago, it would have been 4th week of A Section, two weeks to go before back to work. Being a Monday evening, I’d have been studying. By then I already had been touched by Reg. His Chem1 class was fun and I learned. I can’t say he introduced me to plastics – I’d already seen that at Fisher Body Elyria earlier that summer with polyurethane seats. And I never had him for a class after Freshman 1. That’s not to say I didn’t run into him from time to time, and he’d ask how it was going and give some advice or just a kind word. He almost handed out self confidence, confidence that you could master the subject at hand – any subject; a feeling that life was joyful and success at GMI and in life was possible and the possibilities were endless. He found a way to teach—to mentor—to encourage you to grow as a person and be comfortable with yourself and others. He was open to all, valued all, and showed you how to value, accept, and help others. I counted 244 persons with entries on the Sharing Memories of Professor Bell page at Kettering. edu: https://www.kettering.edu/remembering-professor-reg-bell/sharing-memories-professor- bell I did not post anything there, I didn’t even recognize the names of those who did and yet I know hundreds of people who were touched by him and loved him. I never played ping pong or basketball with him, shared a meal, gave him a 59 Caddy or did the Harlem Shake (https:// www.youtube.com/watch?v=s9n_2FJZ3vU) with him. But I—like 50,000 of those before and after me—I was his favorite student, and that was real. He’ll be greatly missed. RIP Reg –thank you.

A celebration of Professor Reg Bell’s Life will be held in the Recreation Center at Kettering University on Friday, October 23 at 3:00 pm with refreshments immediately following in the Sunset Room. Reg Bell at Yellowstone National Park overlooking the Grand Prismatic Spring in 2014. He was traveling with former student, Tyler Finnegan, and former Provost, Dr. Robert Simpson and his wife, Pen.

www.SPEdetroit.org 11 2015-2016 SPE Detroit Section 2015-­‐2016 SPE Detroit Section Scholarship Recipients Scholarship Recipients Thomas Miller, BASF Performance Materials Scholarship Committee Thomas Miller - BASF Performance Materials

[picture of Tom – Miller See pg 10 Scholarship of October, 2014 Committee newsletter]

The SPE Detroit Section Scholarship Committee is pleased to announce our 2015-­‐2016 scholarship recipients, including two new scholarship awards that were initiated this year.

The Professor Reginald Bell Outstanding Student Award of $5,000 was established in honor of Professor Bell and his 50+ years as a dedicated Kettering University faculty member best known for taking an active and caring role in the lives of innumerable students. The SPE Detroit Section Scholarship Committee will present this award on an annual basis to one student that presents exceptional credentials while demonstrating a commitment to excellence in the classroom and their outstanding leadership as a student member of the SPE Detroit Section.

2015-­‐2016 Dr. Reginald Bell Outstanding Student Award -­‐ Christopher Orr, University of Michigan Chemical Engineering Student

Christopher Orr, a chemical engineering major at the University of Michigan, is this year’s Professor Reginald Bell Outstanding Student Award Winner. Christopher’s excellent GPA and strong leadership in founding the new U of M Student SPE Chapter helped him win this prestigious scholarship. A keen interest in plastics was developed during his father’s 30-­‐year career in the industry. An internship with BASF s solidified hi appreciation for plastics. He joined SPE in the summer of 2014 after hearing about it from his program advisor, Susan Montgomery. His subsequent time at BASF put him in contact with Tom Miller, a very active member of SPE and an important volunteer with the Detroit Section. With such great mentoring he decided to form the student chapter when he returned to Ann Arbor in the fall.

The fledgling chapter has approximately 20 students and is currently recruiting new members. Although they don’t meet ly, regular there is regular communication with the group. Christopher is working to schedule local volunteering opportunities for the SPE students as well as encouraging participation in Detroit’s many activities and networking events. He hopes to schedule a plant tour sometime during the semester.

Christopher will be graduating in December and is excited to report he has accepted a position with BASF starting next spring. The good news for all of us is that he is committed to his SPE membership. “SPE has been a great experience for me, and does a great job bridging the gap between students and industry; it has provided me with many opportunities. I hope to do the same for students in the future.”

Congratulations, Christopher! We’re happy and proud in to count you our Next Generation of SPE members.

If you would like offer a plant tour experience for U of M students, please contact Tom Miller, the U of M liaison for Detroit [email protected]. SPE, at [email protected].

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Making Changes in the Plastics Industry SPE Detroit Scholarship Application Essay by Christopher Orr

With just one semester left until graduation, I have had the privilege of working in industry the past two summers. In this time, I have gained a true appreciation for the chemical industry as a whole, including small and large scale production, as well as research and development. As a Production Chemist Intern with BASF, I have seen firsthand the incredible opportunities for growth and improvement within all chemical technologies and I believe a career in the plastics industry is an ideal place to be in order promote this growth. Plastics are used, directly or indirectly, in just about every product and process in today’s economy. The vast applications s and use for plastics is overwhelming; however, I believe there are countless other uses that have yet to be identified, and I am hopeful to explore innovative ways apply existing materials. On the other hand, I am also excited to explore original, hybrid products that can be used to improve existing products and potentially be implemented in brand new applications. After gaining some technical expertise, I hope to transition into the business management aspect of the industry. Depending on my career path, I intend to return to school at some point to study business, and hopefully earn an M.B.A. I plan to utilize my technical expertise and innovative thinking at the forefront of the plastics industry and help create new markets and penetrate round existing ones with g -­‐breaking products. I hope to eventually become a leader within the business and help move the industry forward, developing new products, satisfying new customers, and solving new problems. The plastics industry is ever-­‐changing and will continue to morph and adapt to the demands of today’s economy and regulations. I hope to one day be a part of this change.

The Delta Polymers Achievement Award was established to recognize Delta -­‐ Polymers long term commitment and support of the SPE Detroit awarding Section by an additional $1,000 to one student each year based on their commitment to excellence in the classroom and active involvement in their respective SPE Student Chapter.

2015-­‐2016 Delta Polymers Achievement Award -­‐ Shane Alexander, Kettering University Mechanical Engineering Student

My Composites Engineering Future SPE Detroit Scholarship Application Essay by Shane Alexander

When I first attended Kettering University as an eager undergraduate engineering student, plastics engineering was not a high interest of mine. Then I joined Kettering University’s Plastics Engineering Club and became aware how plastics impact everyday life and how important the plastics industry is. My time as a member lastic of the P Engineering C lub has allowed me to familiarize myself with many plastics processes such as extrusion, vacuum thermoforming, and injection molding -­‐ all at a hands on level. Also, I have visited companies through SPE that have broadened my plastics industry experience. I now understand how important the plastics industry is to daily life and that makes me want to be a part of it for my engineering career.

www.SPEdetroit.org 13 My Kettering co-­‐op has allowed me to become familiar with the composites sector of the plastics industry. I work for the ogy Advanced Technol Group (ATG) of Hendrickson International. Our division’s main purpose is the research and development of products that will be commercial from 3-­‐5 years in the future. After graduation from Kettering I would like to continue my work at ATG. I enjoy working with composites and I see the potential for our company to grow in that direction. I enjoy working on the manufacturing and testing side of the parts. The design is interesting and important but I will do my best work on the lab floor -­‐ being hands on. Composites not only add the benefit of the high strength and stiffness, but they are lightweight.

If I do not work for Hendrickson when I graduate then I want to be involved in the aerospace industry. Aerospace has been using composite plastics materials and for decades and they will continue to do so. I would like to work with the outer skin/structures of the aircraft because there are many manufacturing challenges to overcome when dealing with the flawless composite parts and the distinct shape of various aircraft. I have a passion for aviation and have my private pilot license. Using my knowledge about plastics from Kettering’s lastics P E ngineering C lub, my composites knowledge from my co-­‐op, and experience as a pilot I would be a well-­‐rounded engineer in the aerospace field.

The plastics industry is very large and has many sectors. I believe that the composites sector is where I will enjoy my career because of all of my current experiences as being a part of the Society Plastics Engineers.

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14 www.SPEdetroit.org Paul Kizer, Kettering University -­‐ $2,000 Senior–Mechanical Engineering/Applied Physics

I have been attending Kettering's Society of Plastics Engineers club for two years and during that time I have participated in many of the such club sponsored activities as touring local plastics processing plants, attending Society of Plastics Engineers functions and participating in labs that are held during club meetings. Being a part of the club inspired me to take an introduction to polymer science course ttering that Ke offers. In the course I learned about the relationship between polymer structures and engineering properties, we discussed a lot of popular polymers and processes used to create various products. In the future I plan to graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering with a minor in Business. I hope to use this to start a career in the automotive field and because of the Society Plastics Engineers I now realize that plastics are a large part of that and I am very open to a career in the plastics industry.

Ryan Webster, Kettering University -­‐ $500 Senior—Mechanical Engineering

Ever since I received my uncle’s Legos at the age of 10 I have been captivated by design. My first real encounter with plastics and engineering occurred when taking Kettering’s engineering materials course. This intro to plastics sparked my interest. I joined SPE, the Plastics Engineering Club and took an intro to polymers course taught by Professor Reg Bell. I am continuously intrigued by the designs that are made possible by choosing to manufacture parts out of plastics verses traditional materials like My steel and aluminum. intent after school is to work around the design and manufacturing aspects of injection and blow molding operations. As vice president I hope to continue to provide impactful leadership for Kettering’s Plastics Engineering Club.

Kristina Hughes, Michigan State -­‐ University $1,500 Senior—Packaging Engineering & Psychology

Within the Plastics Industry, there is opportunities a wealth of for sustainability. Between the research of new bio-­‐based plastics and the reduction of materials used, it is possible to work sustainability into any project. Personally, I am interested in research for increasing the amount of environmentally friendly plastic compositions. I also would like to be a part of the design process someday, but the sustainability of the industry seems to be a more pertinent subject. The Plastics Industry has a considerable effect on the environmental. It would be an honor of mine to help improve upon our situation to strive for a better, less harmful, environmental impact.

Sean Catt, Kettering University -­‐ $2,000 Senior—Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Since my time in Mark Richardson’s Intro to Manufacturing Engineering course at Kettering I have always wanted to become involved with plastics engineering. In his class we had the opportunity to work in his plastics research lab with a single-­‐screw extruder and injection molding equipment, recycling plastic and creating new moldings. I saw first -­‐hand how practical plastics engineering is and the many industries it could serve. I sought co-­‐op employment with Asahi Kasei. After graduation I hope to attain a full-­‐time position with Asahi Kasei. I feel that my background in mechanical and industrial engineering could complement the background of colleagues with chemical or plastics engineering degrees. Ultimately, the plastics industry is growing at an astonishing rate. It is my goal to put my education to great use in the plastics industry as it continues to grow in the worldwide marketplace.

www.SPEdetroit.org 15 Tyler Bylsma, Kettering University -­‐ $2,000 Senior—Mechanical Engineering

My career in the plastics industry is a relatively new one that I plan on making into a lifelong career. Right from the start I learned about plastics in my Intro to Manufacturing class. I learned about and used processes to create everyday projects. My interest in plastics engineering started at school, developed at my co-­‐op, and continues as I keep learning. My current interest in plastics in mostly with 3D printers. I am interested in applying 3D printers to the medical field. I can see the benefits for both physicians and patients. 3D printing can be used to create customized parts for each ettering patient. K and my co-­‐op have shaped my interest in plastics engineering. I hope to continue expanding my knowledge in the future. It is my desire to use plastics engineering to continuously improve patient care for all.

Charles Mancino, Kettering University -­‐ $1,500 Senior—Industrial Engineering My career aspirations in the Plastics Industry include embracing new plastic technology and introducing new products made out of plastics. These aspirations led me to take an Introduction Polymer Science class and join the Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE), both of which allowed me to see where plastics are used in the industry that I want work in, the automotive industry. From body panels to experimental engines, the significance of plastics in the modern automobile cannot be underestimated. In addition to the innovations that plastics have brought in the automotive world, 3D printing has been made possible by plastics. This is significant in the engineering world since prototype parts made from plastics to check for fitment and actual sizes are less expensive than having them made out of metal and is something that I have had to do at my co-­‐op at Tenneco. Plastics have already made a big impact on the world; I hope that I can continue to let its impact grow with my knowledge.

Brandon Douglas, Ferris State -­‐ University $2,400 Senior—Polymer Science & Plastics Engineering

The summer of 2012 was the start of my life in manufacturing. I worked as a temp in blow molding plant that , summer and although t i was not a glorious job it did give me early exposure to how a full scale operation works. The fast pace and excitement of seeing a product go from pellet to customers hands is what drove me to continue in manufacturing. So far in my college career I have worked in personal care, safety products, and professional . products I would like to continue to expand my portfolio of products, process and material knowledge by working closely with the process in a position where I can also I grow my leadership skills. believe projects like leading a team for a design of experiment or qualifying a product launch will achieve this. This will also allow me to find an area of the market that I am most passionate about.

Heath Harding, Ferris State -­‐ University $2,100 Senior—Polymer Science & Plastics Engineering

Having the opportunity to be graduating into an industry with no limits is one of the greatest benefits about studying Plastics Engineering at Ferris. I firmly believe that the instructors in program have abundant knowledge in every aspect of the plastics industry. Each course at Ferris is designed to help us choose what we want to do; from manufacturing, materials, product development, and even sales. The opportunities are endless. I worked in the Materials Group at General Motors last summer. I learned about material specifications and gained a thorough understanding of the material selection process. After graduation I plan to continue my education at Boston University getting a Master’s erials of Science in Mat Science and Engineering. I appreciate the efforts of SPE to support students throughout the learning process.

16 www.SPEdetroit.org Eli Fesler, Ferris State University -­‐ $2,000 Junior—Polymer Science & Plastics Engineering

The plastics industry has slowly but surely become my home over the last three years. I have had the opportunity to take advantage of some amazing experiences and meet some inspiring and wonderful individuals. The group of engineers that inhabit the industry have made it possible for me to gain education an that is practical, analytical, and technical. They have allowed me opportunities to grow both as a student and as a man, and the industry has opened my eyes to many diverse and exciting areas which I can choose to pursue tics upon graduation. The plas industry will be my home for a long time to come, in some way shape or form. That home will hopefully be a place that I can lean on to form a career, learn for a lifetime, and help others do the same.

Thomas Plegue, University of -­‐ Michigan $1,500 Junior—Chemical Engineering

This summer I have learned a lot about the plastic industry by as working an intern at BASF. I had the opportunity to attend a variety of seminars to learn about new innovations in the industry. 3D printing has always ed interest me, especially for medical applications. I find 3D printing interesting because it allows for more innovation since it allows for more product and medical customization. As companies and universities are beginning to expand their 3D printing research to find new materials for the printer, 3D printing research is only going to expand. . I plan on going back to graduate school after finishing my undergraduate education to work on my PhD in chemical engineering. I think 3D printing and biocompatible materials can have a huge influence in the medicine and I look forward to being a part of it.

Seth Carncros, Ferris State University -­‐ $1,500 Junior—Polymer Science & Plastics Engineering

After touring Ferris State University and getting information from Professor Speirs, I knew Ferris was where I wanted to attend, and more specifically, the Plastics Engineering Program was to be my major. Once I obtain my degree in Plastics Engineering, I plan to pursue a full time position with a medical molding company. It is my career goal to continue my advancement as an engineer. Once positioned in my career, it is also my goal to give back to various Plastics and Polymer programs throughout the United States and support future students in their endeavors to graduate in this field with the same passion and commitment that I have for my career.

Dillon Frost, Kettering University -­‐ $2,100 Junior—Chemical Engineering

I am currently attending Kettering University’s Chemical Engineering program and have an interest n i polymers/materials science and processing. I work at Asahi Kasei Plastics North America in Fowlerville, MI and have been there for four terms, equivalent to a year of work. From this experience I have interest fostered an and fascination polymers with and plastics in our world. I’ve seen some of the events that the Society of Plastics Engineers hosts and how truly great the organization is as a whole. SPE is working to unite and advance an industry that has limitless potential. This is a society, an industry, and a science that I want I to be a part of. plan to be part of this growing field and to help further the way plastics are processed, created, used, reused, and recycled. All of these factors work towards making this a safer, greener, more efficient world!

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Jake Stevens, Kettering University -­‐ $2,100 Junior—Industrial Engineering

Although some are pessimistic of plastics viability in the near future; given its versatility and recyclability, plastics are here to stay. I’m employed by Daimler where the majority of my impact has been derived from efficiency evaluations and product design solutions. Given the trajectory of the plastics industry, I am confident plastics will be increasingly utilized in the automotive field, especially in European and North American markets. In conjunction with my career aspirations, I plan to implement -­‐ cutting edge plastic compounds into the world market. This aspiration is pronounced by my thesis work which is focused on developing a new plastic compound and implementing it into a universally utilized automotive component.

Troy DeLong, Kettering University -­‐ $1,600 Junior—Mechanical Engineering

I knew Engineering was my field of study ever since I was about 10 because I have always just loved building things and thinking of how to make things better. Engineering is definitely my passion, and I am glad that I have the opportunity to pursue my passion at Kettering University. I knew I wanted to be and engineer nce si I was a kid, but I didn’t know what I wanted to do as an engineer. I just knew I wanted to design and build things. That all has changed within the past 2 years of my college career and work experience at Dart Container. Dart is known for their high quality polystyrene and plastic dinnerware. And soon to be a whole new line of polypropylene cups. I now know what I am interested in and what I would like to do for a career one day and that is design machines that produce plastic, polystyrene and polypropylene products and I believe that SPE can help me greatly with that.

William Brockman, Ferris State University -­‐ $1,000 Sophomore—Polymer Science & Plastics Engineering

I selected the Plastics and Polymers Engineering degree at FSU because it seemed very interesting to me. During my sophomore year of high school I was asked to take an eighteen week introductory course in composite engineering. The course was in a Petoskey boat shop. We learned about various types of fiberglass and me resins. I hope to beco a project manager in the plastics industry.

Julie Rieland, University of Michigan -­‐ $1,000 Sophomore—Material Science & Engineering

I’ve wanted to work in a chemistry field since I took my first chemistry class in high school; and since an organics course in my senior year, I have had the dream of working on the creation and manufacture of biodegradable -­‐ and non petroleum based polymers. Current plastics are made to last, and in — some cases like in buildings, cars, and — furniture this is good, e becaus these things need to last many dozens of years; however, for disposable goods, this is very detrimental to the environment. I believe that there is a way to create plastics with a “shelf life” of 2-­‐5 years by creating monomers with substituents urage that enco natural decomposition when in conducive environments. I genuinely love chemistry. As my dad says, “If you love your job, you will never work a day in your life”.

18 www.SPEdetroit.org Samantha Chouinard, Michigan State -­‐ University $1,000 Sophomore—Packaging Engineering

From the beginning of my education, the idea of creation and the engineering behind everyday objects spiked my interest. Now, as a sophomore packaging major, I have been able to have a peek into how packages are made and the raw materials that Plastic are used. is in almost everything from the clothes we wear to the cars we drive. The versatility that plastic holds can be taken advantage of to better the environment as well. Due to plastic’s ability to be recycled and reused, one package can be be made into another one and not put to waste. I want to play a large role in reusing astics pl ; I want to use my career in packaging to better the environment and continue with the use of plastics in everyday products. As I progress in the plastics industry I plan to maintain membership in the SPE and would like to be a leader and further progress the industry.

Calloway Salmon, Kettering University -­‐ $750 Freshman—Mechanical Engineering

Growing up you are always asked the same question, what you want to be when you grow up. As I went through schooling I found I had a strong passion for how objects are designed and made. I realized I could turn this passion into a career with an education at Kettering University and a co-­‐op at General Motors. When most people open the hood of a car they just see an engine, fuse box and some tubing. I on the other hand see many areas of the car that can be transformed from metal parts to plastic. A major goal in the auto industry today is weight reduction, which leads to better fuel economy. The possibilities for plastic are endless. There is no way to predict what will happen in the future, but we sure can make an educated guess. I believe that most components in a car’s engine bay will in the next 10 years go from heavy metal to plastics. Plastic can withstand severe driving conditions and extreme temperatures while performing at the highest level.

Demetri Blackwood, Kettering University -­‐ $750 Freshman—Mechanical Engineering

My interest in the ld fie of plastics did not just emerge with my entry , into Kettering University but it has surely extended my scope into what plastics really encompasses. As a native of Jamaica, I am bombarded with what we call ‘plastic waste’ and there ecycling are poor attempts at r such waste. As an advocate for change, I took part in numerous recycling efforts to get the level of plastic pollution under control in my homeland. Back then my knowledge was just limited to the recycling aspect of plastics. The benefits of plastics are yet to be explored in its entirety. I have been steadily following the advent of polymer nanoparticles in cancer treatment and the experimental outcomes have proved to be more beneficial than dreaded chemotherapy. Without a doubt, I want to be a part of this plastic revolution. My participation in SPE and the engineering courses I am now taking will surely provide the foundation I will need to become an agent of change in plastics engineering.

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www.SPEdetroit.org 19 Technical Meeting Programs Bob Petrach – Safety Technology International Technical Meeting Programs Bob Petrach Safety Technology International SPE Detroit Section members, for those of you who missed it, our 2015-2016 Kick off meeting [picture at Kettering of University Bob Petrach] in September was a success. We have many more events and activities planned for you. Below you will see current state of program schedule. Our webmaster SPE Marc Detroit Bahm has Section information members, about for the who those of you October missed 26 it, program our -­‐ 2015 2016 at Ferris Kick State off University meeting at and the KNovemberettering University 16 plantSeptember in visit to Linear was Mold a and success. We have Engineering many more in Livonia. events You and can activities find all you planned for need you. to know Below here: you http://spedetroit.org/?page_id=35 will see current state of program schedule.. Our webmaster Marc Bahm has information about the October 26 program at Ferris State University and the November 16 plant visit to Linear Mold and Just remember, Engineering in we Livonia. do prefer You everyone can find to pre-register all you by sendinghttp://spedetroit.org/?page_id=35 need to know here: an email to Ms. Karen .Rhodes- Parker ([email protected].) It is a must for the Linear Mold visit as there is a limit of 20. Just Specific remember, details for we events do will prefer be published everyone to pre-­‐register at least by a sending couple ofil an ema months to Ms. in advance Karen -­‐ Rhodes Parker to make sure (everyonekaren@spedetroi has at.com chance.) It to is plan a to must attend. for the Linear Mold visit as there is a limit of 20. Specific details for events will be published a at least couple of months in advance to make sure everyone has a chance to plan Don’t to forget attend. to attend the TPO Conference at the Troy Marriott Sunday, October 4 through Wednesday, October 7. Don’t forget to attend TPO the Conference at the Troy Marriott Sunday, October 4 through Wednesday, October 7.

We have other events in the planning . stage We are hoping ll to fi our calendar so that all of our members, even given our wide geographical , area can attend conveniently. If you have any ideas for a presentation We have other or events a tour, in let me ([email protected]) planning stage. We or are Sassan hoping ([email protected]) to fill our calendar know. so that all of We’ll our members, work to even get it set up. given I hope our to wide see geographical many of area, you can in attend the upcoming events. conveniently. If you have any ideas for a presentation or a tour, let me ([email protected]) or Sassan (starahomi@ Yours iacgroup.com truly, ) know. We’ll work to get it set up. I hope to see many of you in the upcoming Bob events. Petrach SPE Detroit Section Technical C Program o-­‐Chair 20 www.SPEdetroit.org

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SPE Detroit Section Technical Dinner Meeting and Tour Ferris State University - Plastics Engineering Technology As someone who enjoys chemistry, physics, problem solving and technology, then you should take a look at the Date: Monday October 26, 2015 four degree options in these fields. The Bachelor of Science Time: 5:00 – 8:00 PM degrees in Plastics Engineering Technology and Rubber Location: Ferris State University Engineering Technology are compliments to the Associate Plastics and Rubber programs in Applied Science degrees in Plastics Technology and National Elastomer Center Rubber Technology, as well as any other manufacturing 919 Campus Drive associate in applied science degree offered. As medical Big Rapids, MI 49307 fields continue booming, so is the quest for new instruments and devices, many of which are comprised of Agenda: specialty plastic components. Graduates from these Ferris 5:00 PM Arrival and Networking programs are changing the way we use and -­‐ re use plastic. 5:30 PM MEAL TBD (Pizza / Sandwich) 6:00 PM Presentation of program The Ferris Plastics program is the largest and one of the 7:00 PM Facilities Review/Tour most respected undergraduate programs in the United 8:00 PM Program Ends States. The B.S. program was started in 1982 and continues

to fill a great need in the growing plastics industry for Cost: Free to students, University faculties technically trained personnel. About 1.3 million people and SPE members, non-members $10 across the country work in plastics, making it our fourth Link to Campus map largest industry. Ferris graduates gain immediate status as http://www.ferris.edu/htmls/ferrisfaq/maps/Campus_Map_Color.pdf recognized technical leaders. Directions Link http://www.ferris.edu/htmls/ferrisfaq/direct/htm Map: This innovative program provides students with a background that includes topics such as plastics process, material testing and properties, and product development. Classes emphasize -­‐ hands on learning, using the same type of equipment that is currently used in industry. An exceptional 80 percent of the entering students receive their degree. The plastics industry has long shown support for the Ferris Plastics Technology program, even sponsoring the construction of the Plastics Building, which in 1998 was expanded into the National Elastomer Center with state-­‐of-­‐ the-­‐art laboratories and classrooms. Many companies actively support us by donating equipment and materials, making on-­‐campus presentations and sponsoring field trips to their facilities.

Please RSVP with Ms. Karen Rhodes-Parker at mailto: [email protected] or call at 248-244-8993 Ext. 3

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The PlastiVan™ Outreach Education Program is a great way to excite middle- and high-school students about the vast opportunities the plastics industry has to offer. The PlastiVan™ Program educators travel to schools educating students about the chemistry, history, processing, manufacturing, sustainability and applications of plastics. The program is easily integrated into school curricula through the National Standards for Science and Technology.

The PlastiVan™ Program provides sound science and educational programs which spark scientific curiosity in students while increasing their knowledge of the contributions that plastics make to modern life, encouraging them to seek careers in engineering.

Partnering with Local and Regional Business Plastics industry companies and other organizations—such as trade schools and community colleges are encouraged to introduce their community to the marvels of plastics by sponsoring a visit from the PlastiVan™ Program. If the company chooses, time will be allotted for a company representative to address the students about their products, processes and career opportunities.

Sponsoring companies nurture the development of their future workforce by opening student’s minds to careers in science, engineering, technology and mathematics (STEM), subjects that are explored on a daily basis in the plastics industry. In addition, the PlastiVan™ Program benefits the sponsoring company by increasing the company’s visibility in the community-often garnering local media coverage, changing the publics’ perception of the industry, and positively affecting the lives and minds of the community.

Sponsorship of the PlastiVan™ Outreach Education Program is a tax-deductible donation.

For more information, please contact: Marjorie Weiner PH: +1 978-618-5496 [email protected]

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Society of Plastics Engineers – Detroit 2016Section "Wonders of Plastics" Essay Contest

The Society of Plastics Engineers (SPE) presents the 20th annual “Wonders of Plastics” essay contest. Open to all middle/junior high and high school students, the essay must meet certain requirements (see Requirements for Submission, p 2).

Topics to consider Advantages of plastics in food packaging Plastics in the environment Creative use of recycled plastics Plastics usefulness in society How plastics benefit humankind What plastics has done for me How plastics improve our lifestyle Why the bad reputation of plastics is wrong

All essay submissions must be received at the SPE Section address, listed below, along with the entry form, by the announced deadline.

Awards for 1st – 3rd Place Entries from BOTH Sections

1st Place: $500 In addition, winning entries from the North and South sections will be published in the Detroit Section Newsletter.

2nd Place: $250

3rd Place: $100

Entry forms may be copied, but each essay must be attached to a form; essays will not be returned and become the property of SPE.

Submit your Essays to:

SPE Detroit Section North SPE Detroit Section South Todd Hogan – Contest Chair Tom Miller – Contest Chair The Dow Chemical Company BASF Corporation 200 Larkin Center 1609 Biddle Avenue 1501 Larkin Center Drive Wyandotte, MI 48192 Midland, MI 48674 Tel: 810-225-1720 Tel: 989-636-5303 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

All entries must be received by February 28, 2016!

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General Length: Between 500 and 1,000 words Format: Typewritten in English on 8 ½ x 11 paper (for North America), title to appear as heading on each page; no name on any page except the entry form that must accompany each essay; 1-inch margins minimum on all sides

Organization The organization structure of the essay should be “logical,” including the following considerations:

Introduction: Optional Thesis: Several sentences Development: This section should be several paragraphs and should discuss the theme, analyze it, feature informal research about the theme, etc. Conclusion: This section should be at least one paragraph in which the author summarizes the ideas presented in the essay

Mechanics Spelling should be correct; syntax should be readable; punctuation should be conventional. Essay should be free of sentence fragments. Diction (word choice) should be appropriate to the subject and the writer’s understanding of the topic. Point of view should be appropriate to the topic/subject and remain constant and consistent. A mixture of first and third person is acceptable if it is appropriate to the voice of the essay. However, the use of second person (“you” either stated directly or implied) will change the “voice” of the essay in a manner damaging to its effectiveness. Footnotes and references must be included when necessary.

Judging A panel consisting of 3 judges will judge essays. In order to be a finalist, the essay must meet all the conditions as stated in the organization and mechanics above, with only incidental errors in mechanics. It must meet the assigned minimum length and must be submitted following the prescribed format.

2016 SPE Detroit Section “Wonders of Plastics” Essay Contest 2

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Title:

By: Type or print

About the author(s) Name(s) Age

Age

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SPE Detroit Section North SPE Detroit Section South Todd Hogan – Contest Chair Tom Miller – Contest Chair The Dow Chemical Company BASF Corporation 433 Building 1609 Biddle Avenue Midland, MI 48667 Wyandotte, MI 48192 Tel: 989-636-5303 Tel: 810-225-1720 Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

Entry must be received by February 28, 2016!

2016 SPE Detroit Section “Wonders of Plastics” Essay Contest 3

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The next Councilor meeting is in Pittsburgh, October 9-11. It should be a great meeting. The Governance Task Force will present an initial proposal for possible changes in the governance structure. The goal of the committee is to make the Society able to conduct business easier and with more relevance for the membership. Watch for the next report and announcements that may A Global Company with a Market Focus be on The Chain.

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DETROIT SECTION EXECUTIVE BOARD and COMMITTEE MEMBERS FOR 2015-2016 Title Name Company O/W Phone Cell Phone Email President Adrian Merrington Midland Compounding, Inc. 989-495-9367 [email protected] President Elect Wayne Hertlein Wilbert Plastic Services 248-953-7826 [email protected] First Vice President Chris Surbrook Midland Compounding, Inc 989-495-9367 [email protected] Second Vice President Gary Kogowski Entec Polymers/Ravago Americas 248-797-7433 [email protected] Past President Sassan Tarahomi IAC 248-455-3981 248-259-5624 [email protected] Treasurer Tom Powers Consultant 248-877-0689 [email protected] Councilor Sandra McClelland Solvay Speciality Polymers 586-264-0063 586-292-1794 [email protected] Secretary Bob Petrach Safety Technology International, Inc. 248-703-5995 [email protected] Director Emeritus Irv Poston Retired (GM) 248-646-9574 [email protected] Nippani Rao Asahi Kasei Plastics 248-444-1753 [email protected] Tom Powers Consultant 248-877-0689 [email protected] Norm Kakarala Inteva Products Retired 248-433-1227 [email protected] Ron Price Global Polymer Solutions 248-738-5504 248.563.6343 [email protected] COMMITTEE CHAIRS FOR 2015-2016 Advertising Co-Chair Bob Petrach Safety Technology International, Inc.248-618-6809 248-703-5995 [email protected] Co-Chair Chris Surbrook Midland Compounding, Inc 989-495-9367 [email protected] AutoEPCON Conference Co-Chair Gary Kogowski Entec Polymers/Ravago Americas 248-797-7433 [email protected] Co-Chair Sandra McClelland Solvay Speciality Polymers 586-264-0063 586-292-1794 [email protected] Awards Co-Chair Nippani Rao Asahi Kasei Plastics 248-444-1753 [email protected] Co-Chair Pete Grelle Plastics Fundamentals Group LLC 248-752-2611 [email protected] Communications / Web Content Co-Chair Irv Poston Retired (GM) 248-646-9574 [email protected] Co-Chair Marc Bahm BASF 248-496-2811 [email protected] Co-Chair Adrian Merrington Michigan Molecular Institute 989-832-5555 ext 638 [email protected] SPE Foundation/Education Fund Co-Chair Tom Powers Consultant 248-877-0689 [email protected] Co-Chair Sandra McClelland Solvay Speciality Polymers 586-264-0063 586-292-1794 [email protected] House/Programs Co-Chair Sassan Tarahomi IAC 248-455-3981 248-259-5624 [email protected] Co-Chair Bob Petrach Safety Technology International, Inc. 248-703-5995 [email protected] Intersociety Wayne Hertlein Wilbert Plastic Services 248-953-7826 [email protected] Material Auction Co-Chair Dawn Cooper Uniplas, Inc. 248-486-1449 [email protected] Co-Chair Chris Surbrook Midland Compounding, Inc 989-495-9367 [email protected] Membership Christopher Lafayette Kettering University 248-249-1911 [email protected] Newsletter Editor Eve Vitale Series One LLC [email protected] Nominations/ Elections Co-Chair Irv Poston Retired (GM) 248-646-9574 [email protected] Co-Chair Nippani Rao Asahi Kasei Plastics 248-444-1753 [email protected] Plastivan & Essay Contest Co-Chair Tom Miller BASF 586-291-5289 [email protected] Co-Chair Todd Hogan Dow Chemical Co. 989-636-5303 [email protected] Public Interest Co-Chair Dawn Cooper Uniplas, Inc. 248-486-1449 [email protected] Co-Chair Patricia Ewald DME 248-544-5787 [email protected] Scholarships Co-Chair Tom Miller BASF 586-291-5289 [email protected] Co-Chair Adrian Merrington Midland Compounding, Inc. 989-495-9367 [email protected] Education Sandra McClelland Solvay Speciality Polymers 586-264-0063 586-292-1794 [email protected] Technical Programs TPO Sassan Tarahomi IAC 248-455-3981 248-259-5624 [email protected] AutoEPCON Sandra McClelland Solvay Speciality Polymers 586-264-0063 586-292-1794 [email protected] TPO Conference Co-Chair Sassan Tarahomi IAC 248-455-3981 248-259-5624 [email protected] Co-Chair David O’Konski General Motors 248-521-9101 [email protected] WebMaster Co-Chair Marc Bahm BASF 248-496-2811 [email protected] Co-Chair Adrian Merrington Midland Compounding, Inc. 989-495-9367 [email protected] Historian Co-Chair Tom Powers Consultant 248-877-0689 [email protected] Co-Chair Wayne Hertlein Wilbert Plastic Services 248-953-7826 [email protected] Next Generation Advisor Co-Chair Furkan Akdemir Elastron USA, Inc. 248-946-2214 [email protected] Co-Chair Maheen Khan [email protected] Golf Outing Co-Chair Nippani Rao Asahi Kasei Plastics 248-444-1753 [email protected] Term Ending 6/2016 Term Ending 6/2017 Term Ending 6/2018 Adminstrative Tom Miller Bill Windschief Pete Grelle Karen Rhodes-Parker [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 248-244-8993 248-244-8920 Dawn Cooper Marc Bahm Adrian Merrington [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Jim Keeler Chris Surbrook Tom Pickett SPE Detroit website [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] www.SPEdetroit.org Robert V. Petrach, Jr. Todd Hogan Steven Keinath

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