Chairperson's Message
Thursday, April 20, 2006
Sustaining Members Night
Greetings, ASM International's Liberty Bell Chapter!
It's finally April. The Void is over. Baseball is back.
In its own unique way, our ASM Chapter will honor the Great American Pastime at the end of this month, as we tour the Battleship New Jersey and then watch the Camden Riversharks (an independent minor league baseball team) in their Opening Night Game, followed by a fireworks display over the Delaware River. (Only the fireworks will be over the river. You get to stay in your seat.) Just one short week later, we'll get together for Dinner, Drinks and Dancing at out annual Spring Fling, but first, we have our biggest night of the year. In addition to the technical talk, we'll be honoring our Sustaining Members with a mini-exposition and judging the graduate students' poster contest, with $1000 in total prizes! In case you have trouble remembering all we have to do in April, I've heard that music can be helpful. This little ditty should help jog your memory. I think you'll know the tune: One, two, three, one, two three:
Take me out to A - S - M - !
Sus - taining Members' Night!
First: Mini-Expo; Then: Technical Talk -
"All-Wheel Drive Bicycles"
(Ride them, Don't walk!)
But first judge, judge, judge poster con - test!
Three cash prizes for you grads!
Then a Ship - tour, ball game and fireworks
Twenty-one bucks? Not Bad!
OK, so it isn't Shakespeare, but you get the point. By the way, speaking of "sustaining" members (with a lower-case "s"), the Chapter could still use the support of anyone who's willing to be a meeting sponsor. Please contact Fred Klock if you can help.
With Respect and Thanks,
Travis M. Nelson
2005-06 ASM Liberty Bell Chapter Chairman
This Month's Meeting Features...
Soup du Jour, Fresh Garden Salad, Chicken Marsala, Oven Browned Red Skin Potatoes, String Beans Almondine, Brownie Delight
Social Hour -- 5:30-7:00 p.m., Dinner -- 7:00 p.m.
Price -- $24.00, Retirees -- $15.00, Students -- $12.00
Technical Chairperson: Chris Constable, Rex Heat Treat
Meeting Sponsors:
Solar Atmospheres, Inc., Struers, Inc., Vacuum Furnace Systems, Inc.
May Meeting Sponsors Ð We could use some help!
The Chapter could still use the support of anyone who's willing to be a meeting sponsor for Past Chairmen's Night in May. If you can help, please contact Fred Klock at afklock@comcast.net.
This Month's Meeting Topic...
Development & Marketing of "All Wheel Drive" in the Motorcycle & Bicycle Industry
Speaker: Steve Christini, Christini Technologies, Inc.
Steve Christini is the founder and President of Christini Technologies, Inc., the worldÕs leading developer of All-Wheel Drive Mountain Bikes and shaft driven AWD Motorcycles.
Steve is from Towanda, Pennsylvania and was an active inventor and sportsman in his early years. He has been an enthusiast of mechanical inventions and has an eye for product development that started with modeling and design at an early age.
In 1990, he moved to Italy, where he discovered his love of mountain biking. After returning from Italy, he attended Villanova University where he pursued Mechanical Engineering and Business. While at Villanova, Steve developed the concept of a shaft drive All Wheel Drive bicycle, and made it his Senior Design project. He developed and built the first prototype on Villanova's Campus and was able to prove that AWD works on a 2-Wheel vehicle.
After graduating in 1995, Steve pursued a career at Air Products and Chemicals, Inc. where he worked in a variety of engineering roles until the summer of 1998. At that time, he left the corporate world, and pursued the dream that began while at Villanova University. Development of the refined technology began in 1998 and Christini Technologies, Inc. was formed in 1999 after its initial financing. The first production two wheel drive mountain bike was sold in August of 2002. Currently the company has a partnership with Jeep bicycles to manufacture and distribute the AWD technology worldwide. Christini Technologies, Inc. also sells bikes in the US and currently exports to 15 countries under the Christini brand.
Christini has also developed and implemented this shaft drive technology into motorcycles. They are currently developing an aftermarket kit that enables riders to upgrade their motorcycles to All Wheel Drive, with the ultimate goal of partnering with a large OEM to make AWD a mainstream motorcycle technology.
In his spare time, Steve enjoys outdoor sports including Wakeboarding, Snowboarding, and biking.
Meeting Registration -- Spouses and guests are invited and welcome. This meeting will be held at Williamson Restaurant, Easton Road, Horsham, PA. Reservations are necessary - you may register using our online form, or if you do not have access to the website, or if you have a large group attending, please contact Rob DeKalb at 215-542-7600 to register. Please don't call if you have already reserved via this web site LINK.
Upcoming Events. . .
Thursday 4-20-06, Sustaining Members Night, Topic: Development & Marketing of "All Wheel Drive", Williamson Restaurant, Horsham, PA 6:00 pm
Friday 4-28-06 Tour Battleship New Jersey/Opening Night Game Camden River Sharks Baseball, Camden, New Jersey, 4:00 pm
Saturday 5-6-06, Spring Dinner Dance, Old York Road Country Club, details to follow in newsletter
Thursday 5-18-06, Honors & Past Chairmen Night, Dedicated to All Past Chairpersons, Williamson Restaurant, Horsham, PA 6:00 pm
Monday 6-5-06, Golf Outing, Limekiln Golf Club; Registration begins at 7 am
Spring Dinner Dance
The Spring Dinner Dance is scheduled for Saturday, May 6th at 6:00 pm at the Old York Road Country Club. This annual event is always the highlight of our social program for the year. It is an evening of wonderful food and beverages with dancing until late into the evening. The cost is $50.00 per person, please contact Jamie Jones at 215-721-1502x205 or jaj@solaratm.com.
Two for One:
One: Tour of Battleship New Jersey
Two: Opening Night Game Camden River Sharks Baseball w/ Fireworks
Make one trip across the Delaware River and get two great events. The Professional Development Committee is pleased to announce a tour of the historic Battleship New Jersey, followed immediately by opening night of the Camden River Sharks baseball team on Friday, April 28. The tour starts at 4:00 pm and will last approximately 2 hours. The game starts at 7:05 pm and the stadium is within walking distance of the Battleship. Further, the game will be followed by an exciting fireworks display. Because the Chapter has already made reservations, it is important to get an accurate number of attendees ASAP. Please notify Don Jordan at dfj@solaratm.com or 215-721-1502 x 206. The price of the tour is $11 and the game $10. Travel is easy; the location is directly across the Delaware River from Philadelphia. A great afternoon and night out, with fellowship, all for only $21. See you in the spring!!!
American Women in Metals Industries:
First Annual Table Top Trade Show - April 28, 2006
The Association of Women in the Metal Industries (AWMI - which ASM has a partnership arrangement with) is conducting their first Northeast Regional Table Top Vendor Trade show at the Sheraton Suites, 422 Delaware Ave. Wilmington DE on the above date. This will be a great opportunity to meet/network with fabricators, metals sales people, service centers, and metals processing representatives.
For further information, contact Ann Zanders at 973-236-1664 x355 or email her at azanders@vdmt.com.
19th Annual Golf Outing - Monday, June 6, 2005
Limkiln Golf Club - 1776 Limekiln Pike, Ambler, PA
Registration - 7:00 a.m., Golf - 8:00 a.m. (Shotgun Start), Buffet - 1:30 p.m.
This event will be hosted by The Greater Philadelphia Section of ASNT and will be a joint outing with the Liberty Bell Chapter of ASM International. It has been scheduled and reservations are now being taken. The cost of this outing is only $95.00, if paid by May 25, 2006, $100.00 if paid after May 25, 2006. Price includes golf fees, golf cart, buffet, refreshments, and prizes. Hole Sponsors are being sought for this event at all holes. The cost of becoming a Hole Sponsor is only $85.00. A "Sponsor Sign" is included in the cost and will be displayed at your hole.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS: WIN A SET OF GOLF CLUBS!!
Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive, Putting Contest
For more information, please contact Anthony Gatti at (215) 824-4000.
Welcome New Members
Ana E. Diaz, Professional Engineer
Paul Finestone, Hull Vac Pump Corp.
Don Robson, Robson Industries
Tom Schultz, L & L Special Furnace Co. Inc.
Terry D. Souder, Jr.
Ed A. Wetzel, Prof. Corrosion Svc. LLC.
Patrick. Mullaney, Ugine Stainless & Alloy Inc.
Ronald Bautista, Synthes USA
Bradley L. Beach, Burpee Matls. Technology
Robert J. Doty, Burpee Matls. Technology
Materials Camp 2006
Materials Camp 2006 will run from July 10-14th at Drexel University. We need YOU
(yes all of our members) to do two simple things:
- Pass the message on to the High School Science teachers and Guidance counselors where you live. Refer them to our website for details www.asm-philadelphia.com. The deadline for applications will be April 15th 2006.
- Ask the decision makers at your company if they will SPONSOR the event. This a great opportunity for some company PR and possible recruiting outreach. Then put me, howardcheetham@comcast.net, in touch with them.
We wish to thank our corporate sponsors for this event:
Bronze sponsorship
Steel sponsorship
Brandywine ASM Chapter QVC
Jim Cirilli, our speaker at the February meeting and a member of the Brandywine ASM Chapter, has extended an invitation for Philadelaphia ASM members and their spouses to join the Brandywine chapter on a tour of QVC on May 10th. It starts at 3 pm and includes dinner. QVC is a TV studio for a shopping network, located in the western suburbs. If you are interested contact Jim at James.Cirilli@pseg.com.
In Memoriam
Ernie Schlegel
Our chapter, earlier this year, lost a very loyal local ASM member and a very frequent attendee of our monthly meetings. Ernie Schlegel was born in 1926, and joined ASM in 1969 entitling Ernie with Lifetime ASM benefits.
Ernie was a Machine Shop Supervisor at the Budd Company and it is believed that Ernie taught for many many years at the Montgomery County Community college. We will miss his presence
ASM Liberty Bell Chapter 2006 Scholarships
In the academic year of 2005-2006, the Philadelphia Liberty Bell Chapter will provide three scholarships ($1,500.00 each) to college engineering students who intend to pursue a career in Materials Science. All eligible students are encouraged to apply. One full-page essay (single spaced, Arial font, with font size between 10 to 12), stating his/her commitment to the Materials Science profession, will be required. Please contact Dr. Kei-Peng Jen at Villanova University for the application form and details via e-mail: kei-peng.jen@villanova.edu or call: 610-519-7311. The deadline for application is March 1, 2006.
C.F. Burns Memorial Poster Contest
The Liberty Bell Chapter will be holding its 5th annual poster contest for graduate students during our Sustaining Members Night on April 20, 2006. This will be the third year the contest is sponsored by Solar Atmospheres, Inc. Prize money will ne $500 for 1st Place, $300 for 2nd Place and $200 for 3rd Place. Due to limited space, we are asking students to pre-register. Space will be awarded on a first come, first serve basis. Please register your name and poster tile with Don Jordan via email at dfj@solaratm.com. Good luck to everyone!
Delaware Valley Science Fairs
Delaware Valley Science Fairs, Inc. (DVSF) was founded in 1949 and incorporated in 1993, making it one of the oldest Fairs in the country. It is now also one of the largest. The Fairs were designed as a vehicle for stimulating interest in science and technology among students in middle and high schools in the tri-state area. The philosophy behind the Fairs is that students learn science by doing science.
The Delaware Valley Science Fairs are seeking research-experienced scientists, engineers or technologists willing to volunteer one day of their expertise to help one of the most important science education programs in the Delaware Valley.
The ASM International Foundation has traditionally supported Science Fairs throughout the country and offers awards to projects focused on Materials Science and Engineering. We can help by volunteering to Judge these special awards, or any other category. Our local Fair will be held in Fort Washington in April 4-6.
For more information visit their website www.drexel.edu/dvsf or contact Howard Cheetham at howard.cheetham@comcast.net or John Janiszewski at jjaniszewski@ltk.com.
Mission Statement
The Philadelphia "Liberty Bell" Chapter of ASM International supports the development and continuance of the materials industry in the Philadelphia area. Chapter activities strive to inform the local technical community of new developments in materials, raise the visibility of the materials industry, provide educational opportunities in materials technology, recruit new people and organizations into materials-related activities, and provide networking opportunities for members of the materials community. The Chapter works with ASM International to use our joint resources to accomplish this mission.
Changes To Your Membership Information
Any Chapter Member who needs to make a change to their membership listing or to their company affiliation listing must call Membership Service, ASM International at 1-800-336-5152 or use the ASM website at www.asminternational.org. This will permanently update your information.
We depend on ASM International to receive our updated mailing list for this newsletter. So please do not sent information to the return address on this newsletter.
Meeting Cancellation Notification
In the event of cancellation of a meeting due to inclement weather, we will broadcast the news as part of KYW News radio's (1060AM) Storm Center Service. ASM cancellations will be specifically announced when KYW airs community cancellations at :20 and :50 past each hour during the afternoon of the day of the meeting. ASM's name will be specifically mentioned, so listen for the name rather than an organization number as is used for schools.
Meeting Registration
Register to attend our meeting on our website www.asm-philadelphia.com. If you have a large group attending or do not have access to the website, please contact Rob DeKalb at 215-542-7600 to register.
Do you have news...
that should be shared with the other members of the "Liberty Bell" Chapter? If so, please email your info to Anna Whitehead at aj.whitehead@att.net. Be sure to add the phrase "Item to add to the ASM Chapter newsletter" in the subject line. We'll be sure to include it in the next monthly Chapter newsletter.
For more info about the ASM Liberty Bell Chapter. . .
Contact Chapter Chairperson Travis M. Nelson at 215-631-7111 x 103 or email: tnelson@materialsresources.com.
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