A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT
Fall forum
family day at the ballpark
member spotlight
welcome new members
2024 mnyca golf outing
MNYCA EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT
John Messina, MNYCA President
MNYCA members,
The year seems to be flying by as autumn is already upon us. My first three months as MNYCA president has also gone by quickly. In this time, I have enjoyed working with other Board members to achieve our core goals while also looking for ways to build and grow as an association. It has also been a pleasure connecting with all the great people who help to make the MNYCA a success…our members!
Over the summer, we held two great events. Our annual golf outing at Neshanic Valley Golf Course and our family friendly day of baseball at TD Bank Ballpark. Both events afforded attendees a chance to unwind and have some fun and socialize with fellow members.
Looking ahead, I am excited that we will be returning to live forums with our first slated for Thursday, October 17th. This is a valuable opportunity for members and non-members to gain knowledge from industry experts and share their insights and experiences. On November 21st, we will have our annual holiday party at the Liberty House in Jersey City. This beautiful venue with views of NYC will surely make for a lovely evening. I hope to see you at both events.
I’m looking forward to continuing in my role as president and working together to ensure that the MNYCA remains a beneficial association for all. I encourage everyone to be active members and participate in our events as this is vital in keeping the association healthy. Thank you again for your continued support.
Kind regards,
John Messina, President MNYCA
fall forum
beyond pfas: exploring new chemistries and alternatives for formula optimization
Don’t miss the upcoming event on Thursday, October 17th at 3 PM!
The presentation will explore the use of fluoropolymer and micro-powder additives, particularly PTFE micro-powder, in various applications. Due to concerns about PFAS content, the presentations will focus on current regulations and the search for non-PFAS alternatives like basic waxes and alloy waxes. Furthermore, the use of PFAS in paints and coatings will be explored, highlighting the need for replacement strategies. Emphasized will be the importance of managing expectations and considering different chemistries and test methods to achieve desired performance properties.
Hilton Meadowlands Hotel, Thursday, October 17, 2024 - 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM (cocktail/hors d’oeuvres at 5:00 PM)
speakers:
DR. HYUNSEOG KIM, TECHNICAL SERVICE GROUP MANAGER SHAMROCK TECHNOLOGIES
Dr. Kim joined Shamrock Technologies, a leading manufacturer of micronized performance additives, in 2001. He has more than 30+ years of experience in polymer research from Sogang University in Seoul, Korea; Iowa State University (ISU) in Ames, Iowa, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute (RPI) in Troy, New York. At ISU and RPI, he served as a visiting scholar in the position of Research Associate in the Materials Science and Engineering Department's polymer processing laboratory.
Dr. Kim earned his bachelor, master, and Ph.D. degrees in Chemical Engineering from Sogang University, Seoul, Korea in 1988, 1990 and 1997, respectively.
KELLY CARLUCCIO, APPLICATIONS CHEMIST II MUNZING NORTH AMERICA
Ms. Carluccio has been with MÜNZING since 2019. Prior to her current role, she worked in the inks and coatings industries as a polymer R&D chemist, analytical chemist, and regulatory specialist which provided a strong foundation in both the technical and regulatory aspects of the field. She has extensive knowledge of additives for waterborne coatings and experience in applications testing and troubleshooting, product development, and technical customer support.
FAMILY DAY AT THE BALLPARK
TD BANK BALLPARK, BRIDGEWATER, NJ
On July 24th, the MNYCA held an afternoon of baseball at TD Ballpark in Bridgewater, NJ. Many MNYCA members brought their families interns, and guests to cheer on the teams and socialized. It was a beautiful sunny day that was enjoyed by all.
The home team, the Somerset Patriots, secured the win in extra innings, 12 innings to be exact. We had a visit in our private area from Sparky, the team’s mascot. All attendees went home with a MNYCA goody bag.
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
U.S. Silica Holdings, Inc. is a leading supplier of high-quality silica products, playing a crucial role in the paints and coatings industry. With over a century of experience, the company blends innovation and quality to deliver essential materials that enhance product performance, durability, and aesthetics.
In the late 1800s, pioneer Henry Harrison Hunter mined and processed his first sand sample by hand near Berkeley Springs, West Virginia. Hunter entered this sand sample in the Chicago World's Fair. He won a blue ribbon and the medal of excellence for the sand's purity. A small plant was built to mine the deposit to produce silica sand for glass manufacturing.
The company as it exists today has undergone many developments over the years, including the merging of the Pennsylvania Glass Sand Corporation and Ottawa Silica Company to form what is now known as U.S. Silica Company. Today, they have more than 27 production facilities across the country. They upgrade their plants and equipment regularly, and invest in their employees to ensure that their knowledge base remains state-of-the-art.
In April 2024, U.S. Silica entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Apollo Funds for $1.85 Billion.
US Silica’s key product offerings for the paint and coatings market include Min-U-Sil® ground silica, which is used as a filler to improve texture, bulk, and coverage in various paint formulations and our Celatom® diatomaceous earth and perlite products that offer exceptional performance as matting agents and fillers, enhancing texture and providing ideal finish in paints.
U.S. Silica’s newest product, Everwhite® Pigment, is a highly refined silica-based mineral that increases the opacity and whiteness of paints, resulting in better color retention and a more vibrant finish. It serves as a novel alternative for other inorganic white pigments, such as titanium dioxide.
As a global industrial mineral supplier, U.S. Silica is committed to partnering with customers to help them achieve their goals while offering tailored logistics solutions. With a strong R&D focus, U.S. Silica continually develops advanced silica solutions specifically for the paints and coatings market. By collaborating with industry partners, we strive to address evolving customer needs and trends, including eco-friendly formulations.
As demand for innovative and sustainable paints and coatings continues to grow, U.S. Silica is well-positioned to lead the industry. The company's dedication to quality, sustainability, and innovation ensures it remains a trusted partner, ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow.
welcome our newest members to mnyca
We would like to welcome again our newest member companies to the MNYCA. As you attend our upcoming events, such as the fall forum or the holiday party, please make it a point to introduce yourself and your company to the new members!
Momentive Performance Materials
Robert Schmeltzer
Pearl River, NY
National Packaging Services
Michael Verzaleno
Secaucus, NJ
Elementis
Chris Sieto
East Windsor, NJ
Grain Processing Corporation
Matteo Riello
Ewing, NJ
2024 MNYCA Golf Outing
The MNYCA annual golf outing was held on Tuesday, June 18th, 2024!
The over 90-degree temperature matched the number of golfers that participated. The day started off with scrumptious lunch. We watched Carlos Aponte from EP Minerals win our Putting Green contest sponsored by Eagle Specialty Products.
Golf kicked off at 1:00 pm, the heat didn’t stop anyone everyone from playing a good game.
First place team: National Packaging Services (one of our newest members of MNYCA) – Nick Cerilli / Kyle Lisa / Chris Mcllvaine / Steve Schock.
Second place team: Univar Solutions / BASF - John Kehmna / Dave Penichter and Jarrett Russell
Additional contest winners: Closest to the pin- Paul Freitas - Gotham Ink Longest Drive – Nick Cerilli - National Packaging Services
We concluded the day with good conversations, awards, door prizes, a 50/50 raffle, and dinner. If you were unable to make it this year hope to see you next year.
MNYCA EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE
MNYCA provides an opportunity for member companies to post links to your company job board on the MNYCA website. Several have already taken advantage of this benefit of membership. We encourage all our member companies to post a link to their jobs page as part of their recruitment strategy. Please send your requests to patty.paletto@mnyca.org.
If you have any employees who are need of new employment, we encourage them to send their resume to patty.paletto@mnyca.org. MNYCA aids in placing people with member companies looking to fill open positions.
In addition to this service, MNYCA is working to make our industry more visible to local colleges and universities and encouraging new graduates to consider the Coatings industry as a career.
If your company would like to be more involved, please contact Bob Whiteley at rwhiteley@jns-smithchem.com.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
Fall Forum Thursday, October 17th, 2024 Hilton Meadowlands Hotel & Convention Center 2 Meadowlands Plaza, East Rutherford, NJ 3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. .
MNYCA Holiday Party Thursday, November 21st, 2024 Liberty House 76 Audry Zapp Dr, Liberty State Park, NJ 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Please reach out to Patty with any questions: Patty.Paletto@mnyca.org
Connect with MNYCA on Linked-In: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/6531944/