David Epner, Epner Technology passed away at the age of 89 on April 30. David was considered the respected “rainmaker” for the family electroplating business, Epner Technology. He was adored by all for his charm and humor. David had a lifelong passion for sailing, art, and music. He will be missed.
Read the article about David in Finishing and Coating –
https://finishingandcoating.com/index.php/plating/1093-plating-legend-david-epner-passes
The Masters’ Association of Metal Finishing (MAMF) Annual Awards Celebration was held this past Saturday, April 2, at the Chart House, Weehawken, NJ. With over fifty attendees, this long-standing event drew participants from across the tri-state area to honor those that have created the legacy that has shaped the hundred plus year old MAMF.
MAMF Vice President Bob Chabot noted, “The evening was very special for our association. We gathered to not only celebrate accomplishments, but also to pay tribute to a dear departed friend who meant so much to each of us individually and was a stalwart of the MAMF.”
The MAMF honored Past President Lina De La Cruz for her service as two term President of the MAMF. In addition, the MAMF awarded its first educational scholarship to Kayla Matari whose grandmother is an employee of Little Falls Alloys, Patterson, NJ. Kayla received $2,500 towards her collegiate plans of becoming a nurse. The 2022 MAMF Scholarship is a significant award, given in honor of Stephen V. Candiloro, Jr. Stephen championed the importance and dedication to continued education in the metal finishing industry.
Lina De La Cruz and Robert Chabot, MAMF Vice President.
Scholarship Winner Kayla Matari and MAMF Director Wasyl Bojczuk
In addition, the MAMF posthumously presented Stephen V. Candiloro, Jr. the Claude Blaser Memorial Award. The Claude Blaser Memorial Award is the highest Award of the MAMF and is presented rarely, only to that special person who has gone far beyond any other award given by the MAMF. An honoree of this award is someone whose lifetime accomplishments exceed the requirements of any award customarily bestowed by the MAMF. This award has only been presented four times in the history of the MAMF, previously presented to Jeff Hannapel, Bob Sica, David Norwine, and Herb Tilton.
Paul Brancato, MAMF and NASF Past President, Dianne Candiloro, Samantha Candiloro, and Carmela Brueggemann, and Robert Chabot, MAMF Vice President.
MAMF Past President and NASF Past President, Paul Brancato remarked, “Giving out the Award with Bob to Dianne and family was very emotional to me. Having a number of key Epner employees really brought home to me all that JR meant to me and Epner as a whole. He is missed to this day almost 2 years later.”
The Claude Blaser Award was presented to Stephen “JR” Candiloro for his leadership, friendship, humility, and good fellowship to all surface finishers throughout his lifetime of service to the Masters’ Association of Metal Finishers and the Industry.
For more information about the MAMF and a full list of sponsors please visit www.metalfinishers.org.
See the link in Finishing and Coating Magazine – https://indd.adobe.com/view/11ff380b-0837-4979-80dd-4332994af432?startpage=6.
The MAMF is pleased to announce its Educational Scholarship Program. This Scholarship is a significant award, given in honor of Stephen V. Candiloro, Jr. in 2022. Stephen championed the importance and dedication to continued education in the metal finishing industry.
MAMF member companies, in good standing, are invited to share this application with their employees. Employees of member companies who have a child or grandchild who meet the criteria below are invited to apply for the scholarship. (Only the children or grandchildren of MAMF member company employees, are eligible to apply.)
Applicants will be eligible for a scholarship award as a full-time (12 credits or more per semester) student at any accredited school (Community College, Technical School, Vocational School, 4-year College, or University) pursuing a degree related to Metal Finishing in Science, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Business.
Scholarship applications will be reviewed by a Selection Committee, determined by the MAMF Board, no member of which is to be in any way related to an applicant/(s). Each applicant will be evaluated on their overall merit with points assigned to:
Scholarships will be awarded without discrimination as to financial need, race, sex, or religion and, if awarded, are awarded in the amount of $2,500. All applications are kept confidential and submitted to the Selection Committee for review and action.
The MAMF scholarship given on behalf of the late Stephen V. Candiloro, Jr. in 2022 will be awarded April 2, 2022, at our Annual Awards Celebration. The recipient will be invited to this celebration to speak about their goals and what winning the scholarship means to them. The MAMF will be interested in following each recipient on their academic and career journey.
Application deadline is February 1, 2022 – No extensions will be granted.
Please click here for the complete application, Final 2021-2022 Scholarship Packet.
National Surface Finishing Day will be celebrated March 2, 2022. The annual event is a way to showcase the industry to local trade schools, businesses, officials and media, as well as to celebrate employees and staff. Each year Products Finishing partners with thousands of finishing operations in the U.S. to celebrate National Surface Finishing Day (NSFD) on the first Wednesday in March. NSFD is designed to celebrate and showcase the industry to trade schools, businesses, officials and media, as well as to celebrate employees and staff. The overarching goal of NSFD is to bring further awareness to the important roles plating and coating facilities play in their communities. Facilities are encouraged to host events and work with local media to build awareness about the contributions made by the surface finishing industry. For a helpful guide to reaching out to media outlets, download the NSFD toolkit here.
How can you celebrate?
Last year was one of the largest NSFD celebrations Products Finishing has held with a large number of companies including Hubbard Hall, Bales Metal Surface Solutions, Global Finishing Solutions, SIFCO ASC, Precision Finishing and many others posting online celebrations in various formats from videos to free webinars. Below are a couple of sentiments from the day. National Association for Surface Finishing, Jeff Brassard stated, “It’s worth taking a moment today to recognize the contributions of our industry that are more vital than ever.” Haviland Enterprises posted the following: “Let’s take a moment on this National Surface Finishing Day and appreciate all of the work that goes into keeping this world a beautiful place. Without the decorative and functional coatings we apply to products used across the globe, our world would be left to rust. Make sure the materials in your life will be around for a lifetime by giving them the best finish possible. NSFD will be held on March 2, 2022 — let us know how you’re celebrating. Post your story, share photos of your event, and tell the world about the important work you do. Remember to use the hashtag #NationalSurfaceFinishingDay.
The National Association for Surface Finishing (NASF) recognized several members at the 2021 SUR/Fin Conference in Detroit.
Although SUR/FIN 2020 in Atlanta was postponed due to COVID-19, the Awards Committee of NASF still recognized those deserving members and presented their awards during SUR/FIN 2021 in Detroit.
The following received the NASF honors:
NASF Award of Merit is given to individuals for outstanding service of a local and/or national nature; recipients are truly deserving given their tireless efforts at the affiliate and branch level and their selfless devotion to the industry.
2021 Recipients:
2020 Recipients:
Steve SmithAugust P. Munning Award is given to an NASF Supplier Member who in the opinion of his/her peers has significantly contributed to the future well-being of the NASF and who exemplifies the traits of August P. Munning—his great interest, hard work, dedication, and selfless devotion to the metal finishing industry.
Presidential Award focuses on the extraordinary service put forth by an NASF member who is actively participating on the national level, going above and beyond the capacity of most.
Scientific Achievement Award recognizes a person who has contributed to the advancement of the theory and practice of electroplating, metal finishing and the allied arts; raised the quality of processes and products; enhanced the status of the profession; or been involved in a combination of the above
Silvio Taormina Award is one of NASF’s most prestigious awards, given to an individual who has performed outstanding service to the finishing industry.
NASF Fellow is an award to recognize people who have been NASF members for the past five years who show outstanding service, contribution and long-standing commitment to NASF for the advancement of the interests of the surface finishing industry.
2020 Recipients:
For more information, please visit www.nasf.org
The Masters’ Association of Metal Finishing (MAMF) Annual Golf Outing was held this past, Tuesday, October12, at Oak Hill Golf Club in Milford, NJ. With over 65 golfers in attendance, this long-standing event draws participants from Connecticut to Pennsylvania and once again raised $10,000 for the MAMF Environmental Fund.
MAMF President Jeff Lawrence noted, “The generous support from all of our sponsors has once again enabled the MAMF to make a significant contribution to our Environment Fund. I want to personally thank every member company and sponsor for the continuous support year after year as we continue to grow and support our membership!”
MAMF Vice President and Golf Outing Committee Chair, Bob Chabot remarked, “Our sponsors really came through once again, allowing the MAMF to host a top line golf event while at the same time enabling our organization to continue to grow our Environmental Defense Fund.”
The MAMF would like to thank all its sponsors including Platinum sponsors – Alcaro & Alcaro Metal Plating, New Brunswick Plating, North Penn Polishing & Plating, Precious Metal Sales, and Tilton Rack & Basket.
MAMF Vice President Bob Chabot and MAMF President Jeff Lawrence presenting the association with a check for $10,000.
The MAMF is pleased to announce its Educational Scholarship Program. This Scholarship is a significant award, given in honor of Stephen V. Candiloro, Jr. in 2022. Stephen championed the importance and dedication to continued education in the metal finishing industry.
MAMF member companies, in good standing, are invited to share this application with their employees. Employees of member companies who have a child or grandchild who meet the criteria below are invited to apply for the scholarship. (Only the children or grandchildren of MAMF member company employees, are eligible to apply.)
Applicants will be eligible for a scholarship award as a full-time (12 credits or more per semester) student at any accredited school (Community College, Technical School, Vocational School, 4-year College, or University) pursuing a degree related to Metal Finishing in Science, Chemistry, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Business.
Scholarship applications will be reviewed by a Selection Committee, determined by the MAMF Board, no member of which is to be in any way related to an applicant/(s). Each applicant will be evaluated on their overall merit with points assigned to:
Scholarships will be awarded without discrimination as to financial need, race, sex, or religion and, if awarded, are awarded in the amount of $2,500. All applications are kept confidential and submitted to the Selection Committee for review and action.
The MAMF scholarship given on behalf of the late Stephen V. Candiloro, Jr. in 2022 will be awarded April 2, 2022, at our Annual Awards Celebration. The recipient will be invited to this celebration to speak about their goals and what winning the scholarship means to them. The MAMF will be interested in following each recipient on their academic and career journey.
Application deadline is February 1, 2022 – No extensions will be granted.
Please click here for the complete application, Final 2021-2022 Scholarship Packet.
