Tuesday, September 8, 2009

The Fall 2009 Schedule of Events

Ernst Conservation Seeds, Thursday, September 24th at 6pm in Meadville
PA: "Switchgrass and Biomass Energy" - Additional information is
contained inside September's newsletter.

Craco Industrial Cryogenics, Thursday, October 15th at 6 PM, Warren, PA The
science and mysteries of deep Cryogenics will be explained. For more
information please see inside September's newsletter.

Corry Manufacturing, Thursday, November 19th at 6PM, Corry, PA.
Additional information in October's newsletter.

In all cases these Fall events are tours - Reservations are needed so that
we do not overwhelm our hosts. Please dress appropriately (no shorts or
open toed shoes) and remember to bring your safety glasses.

Monday, August 31, 2009

Executive Committee Changes

We are always looking for new ideas for our chapter. We are formalizing the 2010 Spring Calendar right now. The Executive Committee meets the first Thursday of each month. Contact an officer or Committee member if you would like to serve or if you have an idea for an event. We are sorry that Wayne Samuelson of Modern Industries resigned recently from the Executive Committee - his wise council will be missed. Fortunately Aaron Keller, Martin Smith and Erik Soderstrom of the Ellwood Family of
Companies have joined our Executive Committee.

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Spouses Event August 22nd!!

Northwest Pennsylvania Chapter of ASM International Presents
Spouse's NIGHT
At the RIVERSIDE INN
1 Fountain Avenue
Cambridge Springs, PA 16403
We invite you to an evening at the Cambridge Springs
Riverside Inn Dinner Theater on Saturday, August 22, 2009
at 7:00 PM where all will be treated to a presentation of
"The Desk Set"
The cost for this event will be $47.00 for you and your
significant other and will include dinner, the show, all taxes
and gratuities.
In order to participate you must be a member in good
standing. All payments must be made on or before August
3rd. Payments/reservations must be sent to Tom Wood c/o
Electralloy, 175 Main Street, Oil City, PA 16301. Any
questions call at 814-678-4135 or e-mail
twood@gocarlson.com . There are a limited number of
spaces available. For more details and directions see inside
the newsletter.

Monday, March 30, 2009

Student Night a Success!

ASM held its Annual Student Night at Penn State Behrend on Thursday, March 19, 2009, with nearly fifty students, ASM members, college faculty, and chapter friends in attendance. As in past years, we continued our tradition of hosting presentations from local area business and development organizations. Among the presenters at this year's event were representatives from the Gannon Small Business Development Center (SBDC),Ben Franklin Technology Partners, and the Northwest Commission.

Our Featured Speaker was Mr. Tom Tredway of Erie Molded Plastics, who spoke regarding his experiences as a young professional in the Plastics Injection Molding industry. Mr. Tredway shared his experiences at Erie Molded Plastics as well as his past and ongoing involvement with the Young Erie Professionals (YEP) networking organization.

Our Chapter would like to thank Tom, the local organization reps, and everyone who came out to this year's event which proved to be one of themost successful Student Nights in recent memory!

Monday, March 9, 2009

Student Night 2009

A fantastic networking meeting! Meet and interact with practicing engineers and technical experts. If you're looking to join the science or engineering professions, you can't afford to miss this event.

Thursday, March 19, 2009 at 6pm
Research and Economic Development Center REDC at Penn State Behrend, Erie
FREE PIZZA & REFRESHMENTS RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

Featured Speaker :


Mr. Tom Tredway, Erie Molded Plastics, Sales Manager

Tom is the outgoing President of Young Erie Professionals and Sales Manager for Erie Molded Plastics in Fairview, PA. Tom was a recent member of the Board of Directors of the Erie Regional Chamber and Growth Partnership, and currently serves on the Economic Development committee.

Erie Molded Plastics is a custom injection molded parts manufacturer that has been in business since 1985 in Northwest Pennsylvania. Tom will discuss the many successes and challenges of working in the rapidly-changing plastics industry.

Tom is an Erie-area native, and has been a strong proponent of business and the voice of young people in the region. To that end he will speak to the role of young people in business and industry in Northwest Pennsylvania.


F There is no charge to attend this event. For reservations, please call Patty Eckman at 814-870-7724 or send an e-mail to pteckman@mijb.com before 5pm on March 17. Please include your full name, company/school, phone number and e-mail address. Transportation from area colleges and technical schools may be available if requested before March 13.


Directions to ASM Student Night 2009
at Penn State Behrend REDC

- Take I-79 to I-90E and exit at Wesleyville (Exit 32-Bayfront Connector) on to Bayfront Connector going North.
- Going North on Bayfront Connector, turn left at Country Fair on to Knowledge Parkway.
- Entrance to Penn State-Behrend is at the bottom of the first hill. Turn left into the main campus entrance (Jordan Road).
- Continue uphill on Jordan Road. REDC is the largest building on the left side of Jordan Road as you continue uphill.
- Parking: Going uphill on Jordan Road, turn left on Technology Drive after you pass REDC. There is a large visitor’s parking area just to the left off Technology Drive.
- Student Night will be held in REDC Room 208.

Monday, February 23, 2009

Finish Thompson Tour Update!!!

The tour of Finish Thompson has been postponed due to weather until Thursday, April 9th, 2009. You can still register for the event by calling Patty Eckman at 814-870-7724 or sending an e-mail to pteckman@mijb.com

Tuesday, January 27, 2009














Northwest Pennsylvania Chapter of ASM International Presents
Tour of Finish Thompson Inc.
Thursday, February 19, 2009 at 6 PM
921 Greengarden Road, Erie, PA 16501

Pre-Registration is Required. Event is Free but Space is Limited.

Finish Thompson Inc. is a designer and manufacturer of industrial duty, corrosion resistant, chemical process pumps, drum and barrel pumps, solvent and engine coolant recyclers. FTI products are manufactured on site in Erie, Pennsylvania, U.S.A. and marketed worldwide through an international network of stocking distributors.

To Pre-Register: Call Patty Eckman at 814-870-7724 or send an e-mail to pteckman@mijb.com before February 17, 2009. Ms. Eckman must confirm your registration for you to attend. You must include your full name, company/school/organization, phone number, and e-mail address to be admitted to the tour. Registration is on a space available, first come basis.From its beginning in 1951 as a designer and builder of custom decorating equipment, to its current position as a growing supplier of fluid transfer pumps and recycling systems for the fluid handling and environmental markets, Finish Thompson has proven to be highly intuitive in projecting and reacting to changing market demands.

Thursday, January 8, 2009

Welcome to ASM International NW PA Chapter

Welcome to the new blogspot for the NW PA Chapter of ASM International!