New Levels The Department of Toxic Substances Control [DTSC] is drafting regulations to add Chapter 51.3 to the California Code of Regulations, under Title 22, Division 4.5. This rulemaking proposes to require that any human health risk screening or risk assessment shall use the most protective of the three federal and state accepted toxicity criteria sources for each cancer and non-cancer contaminant of concern for any site in California. DTSC has determined that calculating screening levels
The November 8 presidential election confirmed California’s status as a bastion of the Democratic party, with elected officeholders in the US Senate, Congress, statewide office as well as Senate and Assembly positioned and preparing to defend key policy issues in anticipation of the threats posed by the Republican party victories at the national level. Republicans won the Presidency, together with control of the US Senate and House of Representatives. However, in California the Democrats enhanced their power position
The annual MFASC legislative meeting on Nov. 16, 2016, held at Stevens Steak House was a great night of networking and discussion. Christian Richter from NASF and Jerry Desmond from Desmond and Desmond gave informative presentations on local and national election results. To top the night off, MFASC President Wesley Turnbow presented Gregg Halligan and Vince Grana a special award of recognition for their many years of service on the board. Thank you to all who joined us for this
The 2016 MFASC Golf Tournament at Pacific Palms was a fun day of competition and networking. A sold-out course of 128 golfers helped raise more than $25,000 to fund the association. Save the date for the 2017 MFASC Golf Tournament on May 22nd.
Members of the NASF Board of Directors joined representatives from both Southern and Northern California Metal Finishers Associations as they gathered in October for their Annual Fall Outing to reflect on this past year and gear up for 2017. One of the highlights of the event was a special presentation to Alan Olick of General/Brite Plating, recognized for his extensive support of the Bright Design Challenge program. Special thanks to sponsoring members of MFASC and MFANC which include K&L Anodizing
The NASF Washington Forum concluded last week after an extraordinary schedule packed with meetings and speaker sessions. This year’s event consisted of over 16 hours of presentations and networking, followed by a full day of meetings with legislators and congressional staff on the Hill in Washington, DC. NASF Officials also met with Congressman Adam Schiff (D-CA), Member of the House Select Committee on Intelligence, on Wednesday, April 20th at a special Capitol Hill Reception, sponsored by NASF. Thank you to Bill
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Jerry Desmond, Desmond & Desmond LLC March 31, 2016 Following the introduction of 2,000 new bills in February, initial policy committee hearings on most of those measures are being held this week and through the next three weeks. Key legislation impacting our interests include: AB 2794 [Santiago] & possibly through the state budget process – that would amend Section 25205.7 of the Health and Safety Code to eliminate the current flat fee option for the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) hazardous waste
Leaders from the Metal Finishing Associations of Southern and Northern California attended the annual NASF Leadership Conference this week at the Wyndham Grande Rio Mar Resort in Puerto Rico. Informative sessions, limitless discussions on industry updates and numerous networking events with colleagues from around the country filled their busy schedules. Special planning sessions were also held for the California VIP room to be held at the 2016 NASF SUR/FIN manufacturing and technology trade show and conference in June.
The NASF SUR/FIN Manufacturing Conference and Trade Show exhibit floor is completely sold out! The association is currently reviewing options for expanding the size of the exhibit area. This year’s event – scheduled for June 6-8, 2016 in Las Vegas – will include 230 booths featuring an expanded selection of technologies and services offered by over 160 suppliers. SUR/FIN will again be the largest trade show in North America exclusively dedicated to the surface treatment industry and the only industry
The National Association for Surface Finishing California Chapters, in conjunction with the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, has just completed the 6th annual Bright Design Challenge. This year’s competition introduced students to the impact of decorative finishes in our everyday lives and challenged design students to create unique, one-of-a-kind consumer items utilizing an element of surface finishing. The winning projects focused on innovative products such as interactive sculpture lighting fixtures, decorative metal briefcases, environmentally efficient pavers, kitchen utensil
The Metal Finishing Associations of Southern and Northern California met November 18th and 19th, respectively, for presentations on recent advocacy issues impacting the surface finishing industry. Jerry Desmond with Desmond & Desmond LLC, Sacramento, the California advocate for the Metal Finishing Associations of California, and Jeff Hannapel of The Policy Group on behalf of NASF, provided members with valuable insight to many ongoing and potential advocacy matters affecting the industry. Their updates included the following recent activities and regulatory developments
On October 27, eighteen talented students from the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, California, presented midterm presentations for the Bright Design Challenge. This year boasts the most students by far participating in the Fall Challenge. Each project presented showed the ingenuity and talent of this year’s participants. Judging, though never easy, will be exceptionally difficult as all projects are extremely marketable and creative. We are looking forward to the Final Presentations on December 8. Winners will be announced mid
The 2015 Metal Finishers of both Southern and Northern California Fall Outing was held last weekend at the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa in Monterey, California. The weekend proved to be a great success with a great crowd, numerous networking sessions with key industry leaders, and evenings full of entertainment. Special guests during the event were members of the NASF Board of Directors who conducted their regularly scheduled board meeting at the Fall Outing. Chapter leaders from the Metal Finishers Associations
From understanding the key performance drivers of quality, cost, and environmental compliance in automotive finishes to experiencing the dramatic impact of decorative finishes in jewelry, The Bright Design Challenge empowers our youth with resources to become a part of the next generation of surface finishers. To date, hundreds of students have taken part in this annual program that invites students to think beyond traditional design theory to showcase “next generation” creative and engineering solutions. This vital program is produced as part
Bryan Leiker MFASC President & K&L Anodizing recently attended the Texas Association of Metal Finishers board meeting and annual outing at the La Cantera Hill Country Resort in San Antonio Texas. The trip was conducted as a means to enhance communications between chapters and to support fellow NASF Chapter events. Texas Chapter President J Kelly of Houston based Gull Industries, along with Texas Chapter members offered a warm welcome to all in attendance. The event included a networking reception, meetings, and
California Assembly Member Mike Gibson recently visited with members of the Metal Finishers of Southern California. Included in the meeting was a unique chance to tour aerospace metal finishing company E.M.E. based in Compton, California. The tour offered insight into the fascinating world of metal finishing and helped to build a better appreciation for the impact of metal finishing in the economy and in our daily lives.
The annual MFASC Golf Outing was held this spring at the beautiful Pacific Palms Resort. It was a wonderful day – perfect weather, a beautiful course and an enthusiastic group of golfers. Those attending this sold out fundraising event included 150 members and guests of the Metal Finishing Association of Southern California. With the support of sponsors, donors and volunteers, we were able to raise a considerable amount of funds to support Association programs and training efforts. We extend our sincere
The Metal Finishing Associations of California represent surface finishing companies in both Southern California and Northern California.
