A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT
EASTERN COATINGS SHOW
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
2023 Scholarship winners
welcome new members
afternoon of baseball
coatings industry mourns robert landzettel
2023 mnyca golf outing
MNYCA EMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
A MESSAGE FROM OUR PRESIDENT
Alicia Colacci, MNYCA President
MNYCA members,
When I joined the board in 2019, I never expected that eventually I would become the first woman President of MNYCA, founded in 1887. I am honored and happy not only to continue the traditions of this historical association but hope to see it grow in numbers and collaboration. To accomplish that requires building a strong network based on our solid history as well as ensuring that there is a path forward for future generations. I am confident that I will have a great deal of support and guidance from the board and fellow members.
Sustainability is the main topic everywhere you turn. The coatings industry has taken this challenge very seriously because it recognizes the importance of sustainable solutions to support global efforts to reduce energy, minimize emissions and usage of resources.
We are still navigating residual supply chain issues, which have improved significantly, as we see a more stabilized supply chain with manageable lead times and availability. Although no significant disruptions are expected, there are many factors that can change that. We must never forget that planning for the future must include a combination of tactics and strategies to anticipate and deal with disruptions.
The collaboration of the MNYCA, Philadelphia Society for Coatings Technology and the New England Society for Coatings Technology resulted in another successful Eastern Coatings Show with over 130 exhibitors and featured 42 technical presentations. Moving forward and dealing with unavoidable challenges were prominent topics. Innovations and creativity were a focus of the technical presentations. It was also good to see, for the second time, a successful Businesswomen in Paint & Coatings networking event.
I encourage our members to participate in the association’s annual events and give their support. Many great networking opportunities are available including the upcoming Somerset Patriots (Double A affiliate of the New York Yankees) vs. Bowie Baysox (Double A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles) on July 25th and the holiday party at Macaluso’s on November 29th. We are currently developing a forum for the fall.
By continuing to work together, we can build upon what we have already achieved.
The largest regional coatings show in America. Eastern Coating Show was held May 16 – 18, 2023, at Harrah’s Resort, Atlantic City, NJ.
Coatings World, Kerry Pianoforte, Editor 5.23.23
Eastern Coatings Show Offers Educational and Networking Opportunities
Hosted by the Philadelphia Society for Coatings Technology, the New England Society for Coatings Technology and the Metropolitan New York Coatings Association, the Eastern Coatings Show offers educational and technical presentations to create an understanding of the theory, science, manufacturing and marketing of coatings.
Held every other year, this year’s Eastern Coatings Show was May 16-18 at Harrah’s in Atlantic City, NJ. The show began with a poolside welcome reception, where attendees and exhibitors had the opportunity to network in a relaxed setting.
Dan Calkins, chairman & CEO of Benjamin Moore
The show commenced with a keynote presentation from Dan Calkins, chairman & CEO of Benjamin Moore. His presentation, “Leading a Business Through Challenging Times,” focused on the measures his company took to ensure employee safety, as well as growing the company during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Eastern Coatings Show featured 24 presentations covering three concurrent tracks. The first day the tracks were Achieving High Performance in Industrial Coatings, Coating Technologies for Improved Lifestyles and Formulation Improvement with Additive Technology. The final day of the show featured tracks on Driving Sustainable Coatings with Chemistry, Emerging Technologies and Formulation Improvement with Additive Technology.
After lunch there was a panel discussion, “Where Do We Go from Here? The Future of the Coatings Industry,” which was comprised of Raymond Fernando of California Polytechnic State University, Dean Webster of North Dakota State University, George Pilcher of ChemQuest and Amanda Andrews of Michelman. Read more...
The Rick Mazzariello Lifetime Achievement Award was presented by Bruce Schimmel, of Superior Materials and president of the Eastern
Coatings Show to Bob Whiteley of JNS-Smithchem. The Pflaumer Brothers Outstanding Paper Award was given to Ingrid Meier for her paper, “Novel Silica Particle Technology for High Durability Matte Wood Coatings.”
MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
A pioneering leader with a powerful legacy
Arxada’s origins come from Troy. Troy was formed by coatings chemist Elias Singer in Newark, NJ, initially offering a unique performance additive product to paint companies. Building upon its innovations, reliable products, and expert technical support, Troy grew to become a global organization with over 400 preservatives and performance additives offered to customers in the paints & coatings industry and beyond.
In 2022, Troy Corporation became part of Arxada, a global specialty chemicals business with a world-class offering in Consumer Microbial Control, Industrial Microbial Control, and Nutrition, Care, & Environmental. Arxada provides a broad portfolio of differentiated products targeted at a range of end markets, supported by leading regulatory capabilities, IP expertise, and established track record in R&D. Arxada’s three businesses work closely together to provide complementary expertise and deliver unique, innovative solutions to help customers protect their products from harmful microorganisms, improve health and safety, and reduce their environmental footprint.
Built upon the powerful legacies of industry leaders Troy Corporation and LSI, Arxada delivers innovative solutions that enhance the performance of customers’ products. These solutions, coupled with Arxada’s expertise and support, enable customers and their products to be more efficient, more effective, and more sustainable.
Arxada’s Industrial Microbial Control business
Industrial Microbial Control, or IMC, is the arm of Arxada dedicated to preservatives and additives in paints and coatings, marine antifouling, metalworking fluids, plastics, textiles, and energy. Arxada IMC offers customers new levels of control, performance, reliability, and sustainability, enabled by an extensive portfolio of products, and one of the largest global manufacturing and supply networks in the industry.
Arxada incorporates sustainable business practices in how the company manufactures, handles, and disposes of materials, and is committed to being a responsible corporate citizen for the benefit of customers, employees, neighboring communities, and the environment. One of Arxada’s priority initiatives is to identify areas for carbon footprint reduction throughout the company’s operations globally.
2023 Scholarship Winners
The MNYCA continued with the newest scholarships program for matriculating college students in addition to the traditional scholarship for graduating high school students. This year, the Board of Directors generously approved two Michael A. Granito Memorial Scholarships for high school seniors and three college scholarships. This is just another example of how the MNYCA is paying it forward to future members. This year is a first for the Michael A. Granito winners. . . We had a set of twins win!
Michael A. Granito Memorial Scholarship
Amelia Turzulli - daughter of Dominick Terzulli, Plant Manager at CanLak Coatings, No. Brunswick, NJ. Looking to become a special education teacher. Accepted at Iona Univ, St. Johns Univ., Manhattan College, and Pace Univ.
Thomas Terzulli - son of Dominick Terzulli, Plant Manager at CanLak Coatings, No. Brunswick, NJ. Looking to become a lawyer. Accepted at Binghamton Univ, Univ of Del, St. Johns Univ. and Umass – Amherst.
College / University Scholarship
Anna Gehres – daughter of Christine Gehres, SpecialChem. Anna is studying International Studies at Fordham Univ. with an anticipated graduation date of 2026. Her essay showed how to overcome challenges and evolved.
Kashyap Rao – son of Laxmisha Sridhar, R & D Manager at Benjamin Moore. Kashyap is studying Biotechnology at the School of Environmental and Biological Sciences at Rutgers Univ. His essay shared how he learned from an influential professor and how experiences are more impactful than grades.
Sydney Thumser – stepdaughter of Kurt Maas, Champion Container. Sydney is studying photography at Rochester Institute of Technology with an anticipating graduating date of May 2024. She wrote a heart filled essay about the (Continued) challenges of growing up and balancing her love for photography and spending time with her father.
Welcome our Newest Members to MNYCA
We would like to welcome our newest member companies to the MNYCA. As you attend our upcoming events, such as the holiday party or baseball game, please make it a point to introduce yourself and company to the new members.
WAB US Corp - Daniel Grskovic – Offering grinding, dispersing and mixing technologies.
TrustChem USA – Michele Claeson, VP of Sales – Organic pigments
TrustChem Names Michele Claeson VP of Sales
Our very own board member, Michele Claeson, joined TrustChem as the VP of Sales. Not only is Michele new to TrustChem, but now TrustChem is new the MNYCA, as one of our newest association members. Congratulations to her on the new assignment.
afternoon of baseball
Come out and watch the Somerset Patriots vs. Bowie Baysox on Tuesday, July 25 th at 12:05PM.
Enjoy kicking back with your colleagues or bring the family for an afternoon of fun. As there are a limited quantity of tickets, they will be sold on a first come, first payment, non-refundable basis. There is a 6-ticket limit per member company. After June 27th, any remaining tickets will be made available. This event is open to all members. The tickets will be mailed to the address provided prior to the game.
Gates open at 11:00am if you want to watch the team warm up. Ticket price includes a seat in the Diamond Club. This exclusive area offers a private space with both indoor and outdoor seating, a private cash bar, and all the additional perks of being on our suite level! It's perfect for rewarding your employees, entertaining clients, and experiencing the joy of baseball in a spacious, comfortable setting.
Coatings Industry Mourns Robert Landzettel
Coatings World - David Savastano, Contributing Editor 06.20.23
Robert Landzettel
Robert Landzettel, who served as mayor of Fair Lawn, NJ from 1973-74, passed away on May 22, 2023. He was 88.
Landzettel was born in Paterson and was raised in Fair Lawn. He graduated from Fair Lawn High School in 1953 and earned his bachelor’s degree from Bucknell University in 1957. He also served in the U.S.Army.
He was active in the paint and coatings industry as well, as he was the owner of Landzettel & Sons, Inc. in Fair Lawn and was a past president of Metro New York Paint and Coating Association (MNYCA).
Leaders from the MNYCA remember Landzettel as a true gentleman.
MNYCA president Dave White, who is VP technical sales at Pan Technology, noted that Landzettel served as president of the MNYCA from 2000-2001, and received the David H. Litter Distinguished Service Award in 2005. He said that his family appreciated the quality they received from Landzettel and Sons.
“My grandfather, who was a very precise individual, and my father would not use any paint unless it was Lazon Paint, which came from Landzettel and Sons,” White recalled.
“Robert was a very knowledgeable person for the paint industry,” said Bruce Schimmel, director of strategic partnerships for Superior Materials, Inc. “He was very soft spoken but was a true gentleman. I can remember when I got on the MNYCA board he told me I can call him anytime to ask questions and he would be glad to help me. He was very warm and always made me feel as if I belong. He was a really good guy.”
“Robert Landzettel was a great member and supporter of the MNYCA over the years, serving as president and given the prestigious David H. Litter Distinguished Service Award,” said Tom Daquila, VP sales at Eagle Specialty Products. “Bob always conducted himself as a true professional in a very low-key sociable manner. Read full story...
2023 MNYCA Golf Outing
The MNYCA annual golf outing was held on Tuesday, June 20th at the Neshanic Valley Golf course in Branchburg, NJ. The event was a success thanks to the efforts of the MNYCA Golf Committee (Kurt Maas and Howard Goldstein), Patty Paletto, and the gracious weather gods.
We would also like to commend the staff at the Neshanic Valley Golf course for providing such wonderful service throughout the day. Finally, a big thank you to all who attended and helped make this a fun and enjoyable day.
The event began at 11:30am with a delicious BBQ lunch at our private area in the Clubhouse. Following lunch, a 1pm shotgun start kicked off the day of golfing. In total, we had 77 golfers this year. Some golfing highlights:
• First Place Team: Paul Stenson, David Sitka, Howard Goldstein
• Second Place Team: Alan Newfield, Bob Whiteley, Jim Witting, James Witting
• Closest to The Pin: Cole D’Andrea at Lake #3
• Longest Drive: Shaun Julian at Meadow #9
• Putting Contest (sponsored by Eagle Specialty Products): Steve Graney
After everyone finished tackling the greens, we reconvened at the Clubhouse at 6pm for a cocktail hour with appetizers and passed hors d’oeuvres. A wonderful buffet dinner and dessert followed. Our incoming President, Alicia Colacci, was present at the dinner to support the association. Tom Harris, Rick Mazzariello, and Dave White were all winners in the 50/50 raffle. In addition, many door prizes were given out. Proceeds from the event will support the MNYCA scholarships.
We want to thank all our sponsors for the generous contributions.
Platinum Sponsorship: Champion Container
Silver Sponsorship: Munzing
Longest Drive: Azelis
Closest to the Pin: EM Sullivan
Hole-in-One: Tilly Distribution
Putting Green Contest: Eagle Specialty Products
Beverage Cart: JNS-Smithchem LLC
Cart Sponsor: Barentz
Hot Dog Cart: POR Products
Tee Sponsors: Univar Solutions, Superior Materials, Coatings World, Sun Chemical, The Terra Firma Co., JNS-Smithchem LLC, Pan Technology and Pflaumer Brothers
We look forward to seeing everyone again next year and hope to see some new faces!
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. With this goal in mind, we have plans for more actively engage those schools who want to participate in joint programs with MYNCA or MNYCA member companies.
If your company would like to be more involved, please contact Bob Whiteley at rwhiteley@jns-smithchem.com.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS:
Baseball Outing – Somerset Patriots - Tuesday - July 25th, 2023 Patriots (Yankees – AA affiliated) v. Bowie-Baysox (Orioles – AA affiliated) TD Bank Ballpark, 1 Patriots Park, Bridgewater, NJ Park opens – 11:00am Buffet – 11:30am – 1:00pm 12:05pm – First pitch
Holiday Party: Wednesday - November 29th, 2023 Macaluso’s, 55 Fourth Ave, Hawthorne, NJ 07506 Cocktail Hour – 6:00pm – 7:00pm Dinner and 50/50 raffle – 7:00pm – 10:00pm
Please reach out to Patty with any questions: Patty.Paletto@mnyca.org
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