RadTech Elects 2018 Board Members
RadTech has announced the election of new board members. Todd Fayne, Pepsico; Sunny Ye, 3M; and Mike Bonner, Saint Clair Systems, Inc., were elected by RadTech members to serve two-year terms, which began January 1. In addition, board members elected to a second term include JoAnn Arceneaux, allnex; Mark Gordon, INX International; George McGill, Precision Ink; Alexander Polykarpov, AkzoNobel; Xiaosong Wu, DSM; and Hui Yang, Procter & Gamble.
“We are proud that, over the years, RadTech members have maintained diversity on our board, to include a wide range of experience, application focus and expertise,” said Lisa Fine, Joules Angstrom, president of RadTech. Also serving as RadTech officers are Eileen Weber of RedSpot, incoming president; Jennifer Heathcote of Phoseon, secretary; Paul Elias of Miwon, treasurer; and Peter Weissman of Quaker Chemical, immediate past president. Returning board members include Susan Bailey, IGM Resins; David Biro, Sun Chemical; Michael Gould, Rahn USA; and Chris Seubert, Ford Motor Co.
RadLaunch, a Unique New Accelerator for Ultraviolet and Electron Beam Technologies
RadTech has announced the formation of “RadLaunch,” a unique technology accelerator that will support early-stage start-ups and small businesses as they drive advancements in clean, sustainable, efficient and energy-saving next-generation technologies. The mission of RadLaunch is to connect technology start-ups to UV/EB industry leaders. More information can be found in the Innovations Column on page 18.
Emerging Technology Award Nominations Open
RadTech announced it was accepting nominations for the 2018 Emerging Technology Awards through February 15. Past winners include Carbon 3D, Ford Motor Co., Pepsico, Cleveland Steel Container, Gecko Biomaterials, Cambrios Advanced Materials and Gillette-Procter & Gamble. To learn more, visit www.radtech2018.com/awards. The 2018 Emerging Technology awards will be presented at RadTech 2018, May 7-9 in Chicago, Illinois.
Liu Joins Editorial Board
JianCheng Liu, senior scientist at PPG Industries, has been named to the UV+EB Technology editorial board. Liu received his doctorate in chemical engineering in 2014 at the University of Colorado Boulder and worked several years as a research scientist at Bemis Company, Inc. His research experience includes development of novel lamination and coating technology, as well as UV-curable sealants and adhesives for aerospace applications. He serves as a reviewer for a number of professional journals. In addition to RadTech, he is a member of the Society of Plastics Engineers and the American Chemical Society.
RadTech 2018 Adds Photopolymerization Research Presentations
In a new collaboration, presentations from the Photopolymerization Fundamentals Conference, the premier scientific meeting for academic and industrial participants, will provide the latest research on novel and fundamental questions related to photopolymerization, at RadTech 2018, May 7 through 9, in Chicago, Illinois. Leading UV/EB researchers from six universities and the Air Force Research Laboratory will present their recent research on critical results and findings that may aid product development.
New Applications Support Committee Formed
As the use of ultraviolet and electron beam (UV/EB) processes continues to grow and new applications arise, traditional manufacturing firms are customizing their equipment for these fast-emerging technologies. Crucial product and service providers in areas such as fluid delivery, robotics, application equipment, conveyance, controls, testing, inspection, systems integration, and health and safety are increasingly finding their customers moving to UV/EB platforms. To support their efforts to address these new market opportunities, RadTech has started a new Applications Support Committee. For more information on the new committee, visit www.radtech.org and contact RadTech at uveb@radtech.org.
RadTech Supports Legislation in California
RadTech is supporting legislation in California to promote the benefits of UV/EB technology. The Association recently met with the office of California State Senator Mike Morrell about a proclamation from the California Legislature to encourage UV/EB/LED technology as a pollution-prevention strategy. In a letter to the senator, RadTech highlighted the environmental benefits of converting to UV/EB/LED technology, including energy efficiency. Additionally, RadTech expressed support for the senators goal of promoting manufacturing in California. “Spreading the word about the many benefits of UV/EB technology not only helps the environment but also businesses that are looking for solutions to their environmental problems,” said Rita Loof, RadTech’s director of environmental affairs.
Student Competition for Graphic Arts Announced
TAGA (Technical Association for the Graphic Arts) and RadTech are partnering to offer students cash prizes for the creation of original posters touting the benefits of UV/EB technology. UV/EB is a fast, efficient, energy-saving printing technology that largely eliminates harmful chemicals. The process, also referred to as energy curing, enables new printing techniques and product differentiation. “Students are vital to our mission at TAGA and the future of our industry,” says Wandee Poolpol, ECKART America Corporation, and executive vice president of TAGA. “We have been delighted by past student involvement in this competition and look forward to engaging new students and sharing their creations.” The winning poster designs will be showcased by RadTech with the name of the winning students and their college/school at the biennial RadTech 2018 Conference, in Chicago, Illinois, May 7 through 9, 2018. Their names also will be published in UV+EB Technology magazine and posted to www.radtech.org. For more information and to register, please visit: http://tagaatc.printing.org/radtech/.
