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SUMMARY:March 2026 Commercial Marketing Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Philadelphia Section of the STLE is pleased to present our Annual Commercial Marketing Forum Meeting on Thursday\, March 26\, 2026. \nFeaturing:\n11:00 AM: Beth Griegel\, Account Executive\, Advancion\, “Advancion Presents: Ready When You Are – Adopting a Change-Ready Mindset.”\n11:30 AM: DP Chalasani\, Technical Services Manager\, Evonik Oil Additives USA\, Inc; “Mitigation of Low Temperature Challenges for Hybrid Vehicles with VISCOPLEX Additives.”\n12:00 PM: Lunch Break\n12:45 PM: Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair STLE Philadelphia Section\n1:00 PM: Lisa Saavedra\, Technical Service Chemist\, Münzing North America LP “New FOAM BAN® Antifoam Technology for Antifreeze/Engine Coolant Applications.”\n1:30 PM: Claire Lutz\, Account Manager- Energy Technologies\, Cargill Bioindustrial; “Low-viscosity esters for Sustainable Transportation Technology.”\n2:00 PM: Kevin Delaney\, STLE President\, Global Sales Director\, Petroleum\, Vanderbilt Chemicals; “STLE HQ Update.”\n2:30 PM: Dr. Ray Zhang\, Global Grease Technical Manager\, Vanderbilt Chemicals; “Introducing Vanlube® 407 – New High Performance Liquid Antioxidant.” \nRegistration Details: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/philadelphiastle/2099801\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNT Through MONDAY 3/23/2026: Lecture and buffet style lunch: $40 ($20 students\, retirees and unemployed colleagues)\nREGISTRATION AFTER MONDAY 3/23/2026: Lecture and buffet style lunch: $45 ($20 students\, retirees and unemployed colleagues)\nLecture only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)\nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Section Student Scholarship Fund\nPhiladelphia Section members are asked to list Philadelphia as their section when they renew their STLE Memberships.\nDAY-OF REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON 3/26/2026 UNTIL 11 AM
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/march-2026-commercial-marketing-forum/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Philadelphia STLE Technical Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20251113T200715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T161820Z
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SUMMARY:February 2026 Technical Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Registration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/2040375 \nProgram:\n1:00 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section\n1:30 PM – Gavin Duckworth\, President and Co-Founder\, Novel Reliable Technologies; “Low-Temperature Peformance of Base Oils and Evolution of Re-Refined Base Oils in Controlling Wax Formation.”\n2:00 PM – Mateus da Silva Cardoso\, Graduate Student\, University of Pennsylvania; “Toward High Performance Greases by Incorporating Tribofilm-Forming Zirconia Nanocrystals.”\n2:15 PM – Break\n2:25 PM – Dr. Osman Sayginer\, Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering\, Temple University; “Mechatronics Lab as an Interdisciplinary Research Hub at Temple University.”\n2:40 PM – Neil Canter\, Principal\, Chemical Solutions; “The Art of Networking: A Personal Perspective.” Commercial Marketing Forum Presentation \nStudent Poster Session – 11:30 AM  – 1:15 PM; Topics TBA \nRegistration Details: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/2040375\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNT Through MONDAY 2/16/2026: Lecture and buffet style lunch: $40 ($20 students\, retirees and unemployed colleagues)\nREGISTRATION AFTER MONDAY 2/16/2026: Lecture and buffet style lunch: $45 ($20 students\, retirees and unemployed colleagues)\nLecture only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)\nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Section Student Scholarship Fund\nPhiladelphia Section members are asked to list Philadelphia as their section when they renew their STLE Memberships.\nDAY-OF REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON 2/19/2026 UNTIL 12 PM
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/february-2025-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20251113T200611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T193702Z
UID:3190-1769086800-1769094000@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:January 2026 Virtual Meeting - Artificial Intelligence
DESCRIPTION:Registration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1991656\nMeeting Link to be Active at 12:30 PM EST \nThe Philadelphia STLE is pleased to present our technical meeting on the Application of AI in Tribology Research. Featuring presentations from two former STLE Philadelphia Student Scholarship winners\, the meeting will also have a Q&A on all AI Topics and Career Opportunities in Tribology AI. \nFeaturing:\n1:00 PM – Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section\n1:15 PM – Ruixiao Xue\, Graduate Student\, Lehigh University; “Aeroplastic design diagrams of turbine disks under cyclic thermomechanical transients.”\n1:30 PM – Dr. Nick Garabedian\, Founder and CEO\, Datin GmbH; “Findable AI-Ready (FAIR) Data in Tribology\n2:00 PM – Break\n2:10 PM – Dr. John Curry\, Senior Member of the Technical Staff\, Sandia National Laboratories; “Combinatorial Materials Tribology: High-throughput Screening of Advanced Contact Alloys”\n2:40 PM – Q&A on All AI Topics and Career Opportunities in Tribology AI – Dr. Nick Garabedian and Dr. John Curry \nRegistration Details: A link to the meeting will be provided to all attendees at 8 AM EST on Thursday\, January 22nd\, and will be active at 12:30 PM EST.\nVirtual Attendance: $20
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/january-2025-virtual-meeting/
LOCATION:PA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T180000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20251113T194301Z
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SUMMARY:December 2025 Technical Meeting & Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:The STLE Philadelphia Section is pleased to continue our education programming for the 2025 – 2026 year with a program combining a discussion on Extended Producer Responsibility and Synthetic Lubricants. Our program will be held on Thursday\, December 4th starting with registration and networking at 11:30 AM and lunch at 12 PM. The meeting will start with announcements at 1:00 PM. The meeting will be held at Sandy Run Country Club in Oreland PA. \nFollowing the meeting we will hold a Social in the Sandy Run Bar area from 3 PM – 6 PM EST. There will be a cash bar with no additional fee. Even if you cannot attend the meeting\, please consider joining us for a “beverage of your choice” afterwards. \nFeaturing: \n1:00 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:15 PM – Darren Lesinski\, Technical Director\, TotalEnergies; “”EPR-Extended Producer Responsibility Primer.” \n1:50 PM – Baranbas Gao\, Graduate Research Fellow\, Rowan University; “ Improving Lubricant Pipeline Flushing Operations – From Trial and Error to Smarter Flushing Operations.” \n2:05 PM – Break \n2:15 PM – Doug Placek\, Global Director Lubricants Division\, Zschimmer & Schwarz; “Performance Advantage of VSP Synthetic Esters Compared to PAO and Standard Polyol Esters.” \nPoster Session: Between 11:30 AM and 12:45 PM \nTyler Hannesson\, Undergraduate Student\, Towson State University; “Coincidence of the metal-insulator transition and epsilon near zero conditions in amorphous FeCuB films.” \nRegistration Details: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1945188 \n\nLecture and buffet style lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues) if registration received by the end of the day on Monday\, December 1st\nLecture and buffet style lunch: $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues) for registrations between Tuesday\, December 2nd and the meeting on Thursday\, December 4th. This includes walk-ins.\nLecture only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)\nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Section Student Scholarship Fund Philadelphia Section members are asked to list Philadelphia as their section when they renew their STLE Memberships.\nSocial Outing also at Sandy Run Country Club starting at 3 PM – no need to register and no additional registration fee
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/december-2025-technical-meeting-social/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
CATEGORIES:Philadelphia STLE Networking Event,Philadelphia STLE Technical Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251029T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20251113T201747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T201845Z
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SUMMARY:October 2025 Technical Meeting - Surfactants
DESCRIPTION:https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1887006 \n\n\n\nThe STLE Philadelphia Section is pleased to start our education programming for the 2025 – 2026 year with a program on surfactants. Our initial program will be held on Wednesday\, October 29th starting with registration and networking at 11:30 AM and lunch at 12 PM. The meeting will start with announcements at 1:00 PM. The meeting will be held at Sandy Run Country Club in Oreland PA. \n\n\n\nAgenda 1:00 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section \n\n\n\n1:15 PM – Adam Rice\, Technical Expert\, Evonik Corporation; “A Perspective on Wetting Agents.” \n\n\n\n2:00 PM – Abdulmalik Yusuf\, Graduate Student\, University of Delaware; “ Exceptional Adhesion of PTFE fine powder for dry electrode applications.” \n\n\n\n2:15 PM – Break \n\n\n\n2:25 PM – Brad Arnold\, Senior Chemist – Industrial Applications\, Clariant Corporation; “Surfactants Can Make or Break Emulsions.” \n\n\n\nPoster Session: Between 11:30 AM and 12:45 PM: Kayla Hepler\, Graduate Student\, University of Delaware; “Anisotropy in Soft Sliding Friction: Impact on Tactile Interfaces.” \n\n\n\nRegistration Details Registration Link: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1887006 Early Bird Registration (before October 27) Lecture and Buffet Style Lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues) Lecture and Buffet Style Lunch (after October 27): $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues) Lecture Only: $20 (includes virtual attendants) Day-of Registration will be available on 10/29/2025 We request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Section Student Scholarship Fund Philadelphia Section members are asked to list Philadelphia as their Section when renewing STLE Membership
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/october-2025-technical-meeting-surfactants/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250623T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20240614T194639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250502T165049Z
UID:2500-1750677300-1750705200@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:2025 10th Annual Edward Haney Memorial Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Registration \n4 Person Best Ball Format – Shotgun start. Everyone tees off on different tees at 12:30pm and will finish around 5:00pm. Golf payment includes Lunch\, 18 holes of golf\, social hour and Dinner. Golf awards for best foursome\, longest drive\, closest to pin\, as well as Door Prizes\, and the installation of new officers for the 2025-2026 Year after dinner. \nCHECK-IN / LUNCH(BBQ Style) 11:15AM – 12:15PM\nSHOTGUN START 12:30PM\nSOCIAL HOUR 5:00PM\nDINNER 6:00PM \nDRESS CODE: PROPER GOLF ATTIRE – Mandatory Softspike Only Policy \nPlease visit our Golf Outing page for more information on the history of this event
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/2025-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE Golf Committee":MAILTO:christy.henley@sealandchem.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20240614T194545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T202131Z
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SUMMARY:April Technical Meeting - Metalworking Fluids
DESCRIPTION:Registration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1659041 \nThe STLE Philadelphia Section is proud to announce that the 6th Annual George Arbocus Education Course will be held on Thursday\, April 24\, starting at 1:30 PM. The meeting will be held at Sandy Run Country Club in Oreland PA. Our April Education course will honor friend George Arbocus and will feature 2 expert speakers on the topic of metalworking fluids. \nSchedule: \nOn-site Registration opens\, Student Poster Session begins at 11:30 AM EDT\nLunch will be served at 12:00 PM EDT\nVirtual Meeting Link Active at 1:00 PM EDT (Virtual participants should receive an email by 8 AM on April 18th with the access code for the Microsoft Teams meeting.  The e-mail will be from admin@philadelphia-STLE.org. If not received\, please check your spam folder.) \nFeaturing: \n1:15 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:30 PM –Dr. Yixing (Philip) Zhao\, Senior Manager and Senior Research Scientist\,Quaker Houghton; “Investigation of Tribological Properties of Water Based Metal Removal Fluids and Lubricity Additives on Titanium.” \n2:00 PM – Yu-Sheng Li\, Graduate Student\, Penn State University\,“ Elucidating Tribochemical Reaction Mechanisms: Insights into Tribofilm Formation from Hydrocarbon Adsorbates Coupled with Tribochemical Substrate Wear” \n2:15 PM – Break \n2:25 PM – Dr. Julius Schoop\, Erwin J. Nutter Associate Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering\, University of Kentucky; “In-situ Characterization of Metal Cutting for Sustainable Manufacturing.” \nStudent Poster Session – 11:30 AM-1:15PM – Ali Kamali\, Graduate Student\, University of Delaware; “Two-Dimensional (2D) MXene Supported Ruthenium Catalysts for Plastic Waste Hydrogenolysis.” \nRegistration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1659041 \n\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION Lecture and buffet style lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues if registration received by the end of the day on Monday\, April 21st\nLecture and buffet style lunch: $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues) for registrations between Tuesday\, April 22nd and the meeting on Thursday\, April 24th. This includes walk-ins.\nLecture only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)     \n\nAll meeting proceeds go to our Scholarship Fund\, encouraging local students to pursue careers and Tribology and Lubrication.
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/2025-april-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20240614T194457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T184456Z
UID:2496-1743073200-1743087600@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:March Commercial Forum Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Registration Link: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1606998 \nPlease join us at Sandy Run Country Club for Commercial Presentations from the following contributors\, with lunch served by the club at noon: \n11:00am – Morgan Romasko\, Driveline Operational Marketing Manager\, Infineum USA\, L.P.\, “Innovating for Tomorrow: Infineum and the Future of Commercial Vehicle Engine Oils.” \n11:30am – DP Chalasani\, Technical Services Manager\, Evonik Oil Additives USA\, Inc; “VISCOPLEX for Emulsion Retention.” \n12:00pm – Lunch Break \n12:45pm – Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:00pm – Christy Henley\, Vice President of Corporate Accounts\, Sea-Land Chemical Co.; “Future-Ready Solutions: Unveiling New Products and Supplier Partnerships.” \n1:30pm – Stefanie Velez\, Industrial Applications Manager\, Münzing North America LP; “Impact of Münzing FOAM BAN® Antifoams in Synthetic (Group III+\, IV\, and V) Based Non-Aqueous Lubricants.” \n2:00pm – Mike Woodfall\, Sales Director\, Functional Products; “Additives for Metalworking and Industrial Lubricants.” \n2:30pm – Salvatore Rea\, Technical Service Manager\, LANXESS Solutions US Inc.; “EP Additives with Improved Sustainability for Heavy Duty Metalworking Processes.” \nRegistration Details: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1606998  \n\n\n\nLecture & Buffet Style Lunch\n\nEarly Bird Registration Discount – $40 ($20 retirees & unemployed colleagues) – until Monday 3/24/2025\nRegular Registration – $45 ($20 retirees & unemployed colleagues) for registrations between Tuesday\, 3/25/25 and Thursday 3/27/25\nDay-of registration will be available on 3/27 until 11AM\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLecture Only (includes those attending Virtually) – $20\n\nAll meeting proceeds go to our Scholarship Fund\, encouraging local students to pursue careers and Tribology and Lubrication.
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/2025-march-commercial-forum-meeting/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250213T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20241219T203003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241219T202546Z
UID:2494-1739448000-1739460600@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:February Technical Meeting - STLE President & Distribution
DESCRIPTION:Please join us at Sandy Run Country Club for networking over lunch\, followed by presentations from STLE President\, Jack McKenna of Sea-Land\, and Shana McCabe of Barentz\, who will speak on the challenges facing distributors in the lubricant industry. \nAll meeting proceeds go to our Scholarship Fund\, encouraging local students to pursue careers and Tribology and Lubrication.
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/2025-february-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250116T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20240614T194225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241217T152556Z
UID:2492-1737032400-1737039600@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:January Virtual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:The STLE Philadelphia Section is pleased to present a program with speakers discussing the tribology of golf and tires to be held virtually on Thursday\, January 16 2025. \nFeaturing: \n1:00 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:15 PM – R. David Whitby\, Chief Executive\, Pathmaster Marketing Ltd.; Tribology and Golf.” \n1:45 PM – Jae Young Kim\, Graduate Student\, University of Delaware; “Similarly based Machine Learning for Small Datasets: Predicting Biolubricant Base Oil Viscosities.” \n2:00 PM – Break \n2:15 PM – Dr. Anurag Warhadpande\, Strategic Marketing and Competitive Intelligence Specialist\, Bridgestone Americas Inc.; “Tire Dynamics: Tribology and the Evolution of Mobility.” \nVirtual Meeting using “Teams”. \n  \nInformation: A link to the meeting will be provided to all attendees in your meeting confirmation \nRegistration:          ☐Virtual Attendance: $20  \n                               We request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Section Student                              Scholarship Fund             \n                      
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/2025-january-virtual-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241120T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20240614T194120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241024T135750Z
UID:2490-1732104000-1732116600@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:November Technical Meeting - Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:Registration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1434372 \nThe STLE Philadelphia Section is pleased to present a program on Sustainability and Electric Vehicles to be held on Wednesday\, November 20th at Sandy Run Country Club in Oreland\, PA. Our November Education meeting will feature 2 expert speakers. \nSchedule: \nOn-site Registration opens at 11:30 AM EDT\nLunch will be served at 12:00 PM EDT\nVirtual Meeting Link Active at 1:00 PM EDT (Virtual participants should receive an email by 8 AM on April 18th with the access code for the Microsoft Teams meeting.  The e-mail will be from admin@philadelphia-STLE.org. If not received\, please check your spam folder.) \nFeaturing: \n1:15 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:30 PM – Dr. Shubahmita Basu\, Business Development Director\, Engineered Fluids\, Perstorp Polyols Inc.; “Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) and beyond: Sustainability topics transforming the lubricant industry.” \n2:15 PM – Graduate Student\, Affiliation TBA \n2:30 PM – Break \n2:45 PM – Neil Canter\, Principal\, Chemical Solutions; “Sustainability and the Electric Vehicle.” \nStudent Poster Session – 11:30 AM-1:15PM  \nRegistration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1434372  \n\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION Lecture and buffet style lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues if registration received by the end of the day on Monday\, November 18th\nLecture and buffet style lunch: $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues) for registrations between Tuesday November 19th and the meeting on Wednesday November 20th. This includes walk-ins.\nLecture only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)     \n\nAll meeting proceeds go to our Scholarship Fund\, encouraging local students to pursue careers and Tribology and Lubrication
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/2024-november-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241017T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20240614T194035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T131843Z
UID:2488-1729166400-1729179000@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:October Technical Meeting - Grease
DESCRIPTION:Registration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1414991 \nThe STLE Philadelphia Section is pleased to present a program on grease to be held on Thursday\, October 17th at Sandy Run Country Club in Oreland\, PA. Our October Education meeting will feature 2 expert speakers. \nSchedule: \nOn-site Registration opens\, Student Poster Session begins at 11:30 AM EDT\nLunch will be served at 12:00 PM EDT\nVirtual Meeting Link Active at 1:00 PM EDT (Virtual participants should receive an email by 8 AM on April 18th with the access code for the Microsoft Teams meeting.  The e-mail will be from admin@philadelphia-STLE.org. If not received\, please check your spam folder.) \nFeaturing: \n1:15 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:30 PM – Darren Lesinski\, Technical Director\, TotalEnergies; “Performance and advantages of calcium sulfonate grease in water flooded applications.” \n2:15 PM – Soma Roy\, Graduate Student\, University of Maryland; “Evaluation and Selection of Lubricants for Polymer-Gold Mechanical Contacts Under Fretting Load.” \n2:30 PM – Break \n2:45 PM – Teresa Makuvek\, Technical Service and Market Development Manager\, FedChem; “Aluminum Complex Greases.” \nStudent Poster Session – 11:30 AM-1:15PM – Raashiq Ishraaq\, Graduate Student\, University of Maryland; “Atomistic investigation for tuning properties of surface grafted polyelectrolyte brushes.” \nRegistration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1414991 \n\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION Lecture and buffet style lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues if registration received by the end of the day on Monday\, October 14th\nLecture and buffet style lunch: $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues) for registrations between Tuesday October 15th and the meeting on Thursday\, October 17th. This includes walk-ins.\nLecture only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)     \n\nAll meeting proceeds go to our Scholarship Fund\, encouraging local students to pursue careers and Tribology and Lubrication.
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/2024-october-technical-meeting/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20240614T193928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240823T193740Z
UID:2486-1726765200-1726776000@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:Conshohocken Brewing KOP Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Please Register Here to join us on Thursday\, September 19\, 5-8pm at Conshohocken Brewing Company King of Prussia for our 2024-2025 Program Year opening networking event! All proceeds go to the Philadelphia STLE scholarship program\, supporting the next generation of tribologists. \n\n\nEach guest will be provided one complimentary drink ticket (beer\, wine\, cider) and pub style appetizers. Soda\, iced tea and water will also be available \n**Please note this is the King of Prussia location**
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/september-2024-philadelphia-social/
LOCATION:Conshohocken Brewing Co – KoP\, 3100 Horizon Drive\, King of Prussia\, 19406\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240624T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20230718T131501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240401T201237Z
UID:2355-1719228600-1719255600@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:9th Annual Edward Haney Memorial Golf Tournament
DESCRIPTION:Register now to join the STLE Philadelphia Section for our 2024 Golf Outing: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1212305\n4 Person Best Ball Format – Shotgun Start. Everyone tees off on different tees at 12:30pm and will finish around 5:00pm. Golf payment includes Lunch\, 18 holes of golf\, social hour and Dinner. Golf awards for best foursome\, longest drive\, closest to the pin as well as Door Prizes. \nWe invite members who do not golf to join us for the Social Hour and Dinner. Please visit our registration page for details. \nSCHEDULE:\n11:00am-12:00pm CHECK IN / LUNCH (BBQ STYLE)\n12:30pm SHOTGUN START\n5:00pm SOCIAL HOUR\n6:00pm DINNER \nDRESS CODE: PROPER GOLF ATTIRE – Mandatory Softspike Only Policy \nPlease send any questions to: PHLSTLEGOLFOUTING@GMAIL.COM
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/9th-annual-edward-haney-memorial-golf-tournament/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE Golf Committee":MAILTO:christy.henley@sealandchem.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240418T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20230710T175813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T172910Z
UID:2326-1713441600-1713454200@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:STLE Philadelphia Section Meeting - Automotive / Industrial Lubricants
DESCRIPTION:Registration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1202519 \nThe STLE Philadelphia Section is pleased to present a program on automotive/industrial lubricants to be held on Thursday\, April 18th at Sandy Run Country Club in Oreland\, PA. Our April Education meeting will feature 2 expert speakers. \nSchedule: \nOn-site Registration opens\, Student Posters begin at 11:30 AM EDT\nLunch will be served at 12:00 PM EDT\nVirtual Meeting Link Active at 1:00 PM EDT (Virtual participants should receive an email about 8 AM on April 18th with the access code for the “Teams” meeting.  The e-mail will be from admin@philadelphia-STLE.org. If not received\, please check your spam folder.) \nFeaturing: \n1:15 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:30 PM – David Gray\, Industrial Liaison Advisor Large Engines\, Infineum USA\, L.P.; “Are you ready for Hydrogen? Lubrication opportunities with future fuels.” \n2:15 PM – Farida Ahmed Koly\, Graduate Student\, University of Delaware; “In-situ Insights into Lubrication Failure of self-mated Steel Contacts.” \n2:30 PM – Break \n2:45 PM – Justin Kontra\, Technical Service Manager\, Evonik Oil Additives; “Viscosity Index Improvers for Energy Efficient Compressor Oils.” \nStudent Poster Session – 11:30 AM – 1:15 PM-Students and Poster Titles to be Announced \nRegistration Details: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1202519 \n\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION Lecture and buffet style lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues if registration received by the end of the day on Monday\, April 15th\nLecture and buffet style lunch: $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues) for registrations between Tuesday\, April 16th and the meeting on Thursday\, April 18th. This includes walk-ins.\nLecture only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)\n\n**We request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Section Student Scholarship Fund**           
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/april-philadelphia-stle-section-meeting/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240321T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20230710T175702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240306T031033Z
UID:2324-1711018800-1711033200@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:Commercial Marketing Forum Philadelphia STLE
DESCRIPTION:Registration Link: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1165927  \nSchedule  \n10:30AM: On-site Registration \n11:00AM: Dr. William Tuszynski\, Partner\, The Unami Gourp; “Van Horn Metz & Company.” \n11:30AM: Stefanie Velez\, Industrial Applications Manager\, Münzing North America LP.; “New 3D-Siloxane FOAM BAN® Technology for Metalworking Fluids and Industrial Cleaners.” \n12:00PM: Lunch \n12:45PM: Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:00PM: Adedamola Adedeji\, Technical Service Scientist\, Syensqo; “Phosphorus and Silicon-Free Staining Inhibitors for Lightweight Metals.” \n1:30PM: Claire Lutz\, Account Manager – Energy Technologies & Sydne Tison\, R&D Applications Scientist\, Cargill Biodindustrial; “Electric Vehicles: Meeting Future Performance Requirements.” \n2:00PM: Doug Placek\, Global Business Director\, Zschimmer & Schwarz; “Synthetic Esters for Next Gen Lubricants and Dielectric Fluids-and-Emulsion Polymers for Metal Forming.” \n2:30PM: David Boudreau\, R&D Advisor\, Vanderbilt Chemical; “Using Conventional Molybdenum and Boron Lubricant Additives in Electric Vehicles.” \nRegistration Details: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1165927  \n\nLecture & Buffet Style Lunch\n\nEarly Bird Registration Discount – $40 ($20 retirees & unemployed colleagues) – until Monday 3/18/2024\nRegular Registration – $45 ($20 retirees & unemployed colleagues) for registrations between Tuesday\, 3/19/24 and Thursday 3/21/24\nDay-of registration will be available on 3/21 until 11AM\n\n\nLecture Only (includes those attending Virtually) – $20\n\nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Section Student Scholarship Fund
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/commercial-marketing-forum-philadelphia-stle/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240215T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20230710T175555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T133432Z
UID:2322-1707998400-1708011000@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:Section Meeting - STLE-adjacent Associations: ASTM\, ILMA\, and NLGI
DESCRIPTION:Registration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1138972 \nIn-person Meeting Details: Networking @ 11:30AM\, Lunch @ 12:00PM\nHybrid Meeting starting @ 1:15PM EST. A link to the meeting will be provided to registered virtual attendees at 8:00 AM EDT on Thursday\, February 15th. \nThe STLE Philadelphia Section is pleased to present a program on associations to be held on Thursday\, February 15th at Sandy Run Country Club in Oreland\, PA. Our February Education meeting will feature 3 expert speakers. \nFeaturing: \n1:15 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:30 PM – Dr. Fred Passman\, Principal\, Biodeterioration Control Associates; “ASTM Standards Addressing Metalworking Fluid Health & Safety Issues” \n2:00 PM – Beth Jones Esq.\, Executive Vice President\, Hangsterfer’s Laboratories; “ILMA: Speaking with One Voice” \n2:30 PM – Break \n2:45 PM – Emily Lambeth\, Graduate Student\, University of Delaware; “Role of Biologic and Synthetic Lubricant on the Biofidelic Lubrication Behaviors of Articular Cartilage” \n3:00 PM – Dr. William Tuszynski\, Partner\, The Unami Group; “The NLGI” \nStudent Poster Session – 11:30AM-1:15PM  \nSiyu Chen\, Graduate Student\, Villanova University; “Statistical Evaluation of the Parameters Governing Nanoparticle Assembly on Polymer Substrates” \nRegistration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1138972 \n\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNT BY END OF DAY ON MONDAY\, February 12TH: Lecture & Buffet Style Lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues)\nREGISTRATION AFTER 02/12/2024:\n\nLecture & Buffet Style Lunch: $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues)\, including walk-in registration\nLecture Only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)\n\n\nDay-of Registration will be available on 02/15/2024 until 12:00PM\n\nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Scholarship Fund
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/february-philadelphia-section-meeting/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240118T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20230710T175458Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231214T193223Z
UID:2320-1705582800-1705590000@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Section Meeting - Electric Vehicle Fluids
DESCRIPTION:Registration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1088400 \nOur January meeting will be held Virtually over Zoom \nA link to the meeting will be provided to registered virtual attendees at 8:00 AM EST on Thursday\, January 18th. \nFeaturing: \n1:00 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:15 PM – Dr. Hong Liang\, STLE President & Oscar S. Wyatt Jr. Professor Mechanical Engineering\, Texas A&M University; “Static State of STLE and Dynamic Properties of EV Fluids” \n2:00 PM – Break  \n2:10 PM – Dr. Kai Su\, Technical Marketing Manager\, Fuel and Lubricant Solutions\, BASF Corporation; “Performance Study of Ultra-low Viscosity Electric Drivetrain Fluids to Address New Challenges” \nRegistration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1088400 \nVirtual Attendance: $20 \nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Scholarship Fund
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/january-philadelphia-section-meeting/
LOCATION:Zoom Meeting
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231130T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20230710T175344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231106T210703Z
UID:2318-1701345600-1701358200@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:Section Meeting - Metalworking Fluids
DESCRIPTION:Registration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1034706 \nIn-person Meeting Details: Networking @ 11:30AM\, Lunch @ 12:00PM\nHybrid Meeting starting @ 1:15PM EST. A link to the meeting will be provided to registered virtual attendees at 8:00 AM EDT on Thursday\, November 30th. \nThe STLE Philadelphia Section is pleased to present a program on metalworking fluids to be held on Thursday\, November 30th at Sandy Run Country Club in Oreland\, PA. Our November Education meeting will feature 3 expert speakers. \nFeaturing: \n1:15 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:30 PM – Karl Zhong\, Research Scientist\, Quaker Houghton; “The Impact of Ester Stability in Water Dilutable Metalworking Fluids” \n2:00 PM – Aaron Thompson\, Metalworking Product Manager\, TotalEnergies Marketing USA; “Development of a Biopolymer that Improves the Sustainability of Metalworking Fluids” \n2:30 PM – Break \n2:45 PM – Li Yuan\, Graduate Student\, University of Pennsylvania; “Nanotribology and nanomechanical factors governing the formation of graphene auto-kirigami” \n3:00 PM – Dr. Philip Zhao\, Senior Manager & Senior Research Scientist\, Global Center of Innovation (COI) MWF\, Quaker Houghton; “Case Study of Monitor and Correction of Field Coolant Emulsions by Light Scattering Instrument and Good Correction Method” \nRegistration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1034706 \n\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNT BY END OF DAY ON MONDAY\, NOVEMBER 27TH: Lecture & Buffet Style Lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployeed colleagues)\nREGISTRATION AFTER 11/27/2023:\n\nLecture & Buffet Style Lunch: $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues)\, including walk-in registration\nLecture Only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)\n\n\nDay-of Registration will be available on 11/30/2023 until 12:00PM\n\nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Scholarship Fund
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/november-philadelphia-section-meeting/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20230710T175247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T142840Z
UID:2315-1697716800-1697729400@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:5th Annual George Arbocus Education Course - Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:Registration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1013441 \nIn-person Meeting Details: Networking @ 11:30AM\, Lunch @ 12:00PM\nHybrid Meeting starting @ 12:45PM EDT. A link to the meeting will be provided to registered virtual attendees at 8:00 AM EDT on Thursday\, October 19th. \nThe STLE Philadelphia Section is proud to announce that the 5th Annual George Arbocus Education Course will be held on Thursday\, October 19th starting at our usual time of 1:00 PM. The meeting will be held at Sandy Run Country Club in Oreland PA. Our October Education course will honor friend George Arbocus and will feature 3 expert speakers on the topic of Sustainability. \nFeaturing: \n12:45 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:00 PM – Dr. Michael Stapels\, R&D Technical Manager\, Kao Chemicals GmbH; “Sustainability\, a balancing act between marketing and science – Where does the lubricant industry stand today?” \n1:40 PM – Dr. Brajendra Sharma (BK)\, Research Chemist\, USDA; “A Step Towards Sustainability: Biofuels and Biolubricants” \n2:20 PM – Break \n2:35 PM – Swapana Jerpoth\, Graduate Student\, Rowan University; “Strategic Optimization of Pipeline Flushing Operations for Sustainable Packaging Operations in Lube Oil Blending Plants” \n2:50 PM – Neil Canter\, Principal\, Chemical Solutions; “2023 STLE Trends Report – Opportunities for Tribologists” \nRegistration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/1013441 \n\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNT BY END OF DAY ON MONDAY\, OCTOBER 16TH: Lecture & Buffet Style Lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployeed colleagues)\nREGISTRATION AFTER 10/16/2023:\n\nLecture & Buffet Style Lunch: $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues)\, including walk-in registration\nLecture Only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)\n\n\nDay-of Registration will be available on 10/19/2023 until 12:00PM\n\nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Scholarship Fund
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/5th-annual-george-arbocus-education-course-sustainability/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230913T191500
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20230710T181522Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T203622Z
UID:2333-1694625300-1694632500@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:September Social @ Workhorse Brewery
DESCRIPTION:The next STLE Philadelphia Section event will take place at the Workhorse Brewing Company in King of Prussia\, PA. Great opportunity to network with Lubrication industry professionals !!! \nDate:  Wednesday\, September 13th \nTime:  5:15 pm to 7:15 pm \nCost: $35.00  – Includes two beverage tickets and pub style appetizers \nBuy your ticket – https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/989723
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/september-social-workhorse-brewery/
LOCATION:Workhorse Brewery\, 250 King Manor Dr Suite 300\, King of Prussia\, PA\, 19406\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230626T111500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230626T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20230323T134513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230323T134513Z
UID:2163-1687778100-1687806000@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:8th Annual Edward Haney Memorial STLE Golf Outing
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE DATE!\n4 Person Best Ball Format – Shotgun Start. Everyone tees off on different tees at 12:30pm and will finish around 5:00pm. Golf payment includes Lunch\, 18 holes of golf\, social hour and Dinner. Golf awards for best foursome\, longest drive\, closest to the pin as well as Door Prizes\, and the installation of new officers for the 2023-2024 Year after dinner. \nSCHEDULE:\n11:15am-12:15pm CHECK IN / LUNCH (BBQ STYLE)\n12:30pm SHOTGUN START\n5:00pm SOCIAL HOUR\n6:00pm DINNER \nDRESS CODE: PROPER GOLF ATTIRE – Mandatory Softspike Only Policy \nDetails on Pricing\, Registration\, and Sponsorship are forthcoming
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/8th-annual-edward-haney-memorial-stle-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE Golf Committee":MAILTO:christy.henley@sealandchem.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230413T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20230110T134348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230331T142127Z
UID:2112-1681390800-1681399800@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:Electric Vehicle Lubricants and Hybrid Engine Oils
DESCRIPTION:Registration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/882576 \nIn-person Meeting Details: On-site Registration @ 11:30 AM EDT\, Lunch @ 12:00 PM EDT \nHybrid Meeting starting @ 12:30 PM EST: A link to the meeting will be provided to all virtual attendees at 8 AM EDT and 12:30 PM EDT on Thursday April 13th. \nProgram: \n12:45pm – Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:00pm – Alexei Kurchan\, Applications Manager Energy Technologies\, Cargill Bioindustrial; “Next Generation Sustainable Fluids for Electric Vehicles” \n1:30pm – Break \n1:40pm – Dr. Babak Lotfi\, Technology Solutions Professional\, ExxonMobil Technology & Engineering Company; “Advanced EV Fluid with Improved Energy Efficiency” \n2:10pm – Break  \n2:15pm – Vishal Sankar Sivasankar\, Graduate Student\, University of Maryland; Dynamics of the behavior of photoreactive polymeric drops: Unraveling the physics of UV-based solid lubrication coating.  (Virtual) \n2:30 PM – Bhargav Sai Chava\, Graduate Student\, University of Maryland; Title to Be Announced (Virtual) \n2:45 PM – Break \n2:50 PM – Dr. Maria Chiappelli\, Senior Technologist\, Infineum USA\, L.P.; “Hybrid Engine Oil: Trends\, Challenges and Opportunities” \nRegistration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/882576 \n\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNT BY 4/7/2023: Lecture & Buffet Style Lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues)\nREGISTRATION AFTER 4/7/2023:\n\nLecture & Buffet Style Lunch: $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues)\, including walk-in registration\nLecture Only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)\n\n\nDay-of Registration will be available on 4/13/2023 until 12 PM\n\nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Student Scholarship Fund 
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/automotive-lubricants-program-with-discussions-on-electric-vehicle-lubricants/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230316T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20230110T134229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T201725Z
UID:2042-1678962600-1678980600@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:Commercial Forum Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Registration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/859695 \nIn-person Meeting Details: On-site Registration @ 10:30 AM EDT\, Lunch @ 12:00 PM EDT \nHybrid Meeting starting @ 11:00 AM EST: A link to the meeting will be provided to all virtual attendees at 8 AM EDT and 12:30 PM EDT on Thursday March 16th. \nFeaturing: \n11:00am – Dr. Peter Moore\, New Mobility Program Lead & Horsham Site Manager\, Evonik Oil Additives\, “Meeting the demands of a more sustainable world with improved vehicle lubricant efficiency.” \n11:30am – James Cancila\, Sales & Account Manager – Lubricants\, Ingevity; “Formulating with Diacid 1550 and New Fatty Acid Materials for the Future.” \n12:45pm –Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair STLE Philadelphia Section \n1:00pm – Salvatore Rea\, Technical Service Manager\, Lanxess Corporation; “Lanxess Sulfur Carrier EP Additive Portfolio – Advantages in MWF Formulations.” \n1:30pm – Stefanie Velez\, Industrial\, Applications Manager\, Münzing North America LP.; “Münzing’s New Technology for Defoaming in Industrial Applications. \n2:00pm – Eirini Spilioti\, Technical Account Manager\, Gehring-Montgomery Inc.; “The Ghost of Lubricants Past\, Present and Yet to Come.” \n2:30pm – Michael Hoey\, Global Industrial Oil Technical Manager\, Vanderbilt Chemicals; “Vanderbilt’s Additive Solutions for EAL and Food Grade Lubricants.” \nRegistration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/859695 \n\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNT BY 3/10/2023: Lecture & Buffet Style Lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues)\nREGISTRATION AFTER 3/10/2023:\n\nLecture & Buffet Style Lunch: $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues)\, including walk-in registration\nLecture Only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)\n\n\nDay-of Registration will be available on 3/16/2023 until 11 AM\n\nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Student Scholarship Fund 
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/commercial-forum-meeting/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230216T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20230110T134149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230126T171053Z
UID:2050-1676547000-1676561400@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:H1 Lubricants for Machinery: Basics & Industry Trends
DESCRIPTION:Registration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/840654 \nIn-person Meeting Details: Networking @ 11:30 AM\, Lunch @ 12:00 PM  \nHybrid Meeting starting at 12:45 PM EDT. A link to the meeting will be provided to all virtual attendees at 8 AM EST and 12:30 PM EST on Thursday\, February 16th.   \nProgram:\n12:45 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section\n1:00 PM – Ismael Martinez\, Manager Product Certification Nonfood Compounds\, Safer Chemistry & Food Equipment (Materials)\, NSF; “NSF Registration Process for H1 & HX1 Lubricants”\n1:45 PM – Break\n2:00 PM – Christopher Stabile\, Graduate Student\, University of Pennsylvania; “Contacts with Tunable Friction Realized via Stiffness Tuning”\n2:15 PM – Jian Chang\, Graduate Student\, University of Pennsylvania; “Furfural Upgrading by Aldol Condensation with Aldehydes and Ketones over Solid-Base Catalysts”\n2:30 PM – Break\n2:45 PM – Jayna DeMedeiros\, Technology Development & Support Manager\, Nye Lubricants (FUCHS Group); “Food Machinery Lubricants” \nRegistration: https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/840654 \n\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION DISCOUNT BY 2/10/2023: Lecture & Buffet Style Lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues)\nREGISTRATION AFTER 2/10/2023:\n\nLecture & Buffet Style Lunch: $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues)\, including walk-in registration\nLecture Only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)\n\n\nDay-of Registration will be available on 2/16/2023 until 12 PM\n\nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Student Scholarship Fund 
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/h1-lubricants-for-machinery-basics-industry-trends/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20230112T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20221214T190553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T135101Z
UID:2048-1673528400-1673535600@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Hydraulic Fluids Education Program
DESCRIPTION:Register at https://buytickets.at/philadelphiastle/817729  \nProgram:\n1:00 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section\n1:15 PM – Bchara Sidnawi\, Graduate Student\, Villanova University; “Nano/Micro-Particle Deposition: Theoretical Framework\, Imaging and Application”\n1:30 PM – Qifu Wang\, Graduate Student\, Villanova University; “On the Visualization of Localized Porous Media deformation during an indentation process”\n1:45 PM – Break\n2:00 PM – Ricardo Gomes\, Technical Service Manager\, Evonik Oil Additives; “The Role of Viscosity Index Improvers in High Efficiency Hydraulic Fluids”  \nPlease note: This meeting has been changed to Virtual Only\, Meeting link to be Active at 12:45 PM EST \nRegistration Fee: $20\nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Section Student Scholarship Fund
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/hydraulic-fluids-education-program/
LOCATION:PA
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221117T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20221214T210626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T210828Z
UID:2046-1668688200-1668699000@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:Metalworking Fluids: Basics & Industry Trends
DESCRIPTION:Two industry professionals will be discussing metalworking processes and applications and the chemistry of metalworking fluids. \nProgram:\n12:45 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section\n1:00 PM – Dan Domin\, Strategic Product Line Manager\, Quaker Houghton; “Metalworking processes and applications”\n1:45 PM – Break\n2:00 PM – Jasreen Kaur\, Graduate Student\, Lehigh University; “Study of sliding friction and dislocation glide on a Fibrillar interface”\n2:15 PM – Break\n2:30 PM – James Brooks\, Sr. Product Development Specialist\, RichardsApex; “The Chemistry of Metalworking Fluids” \nInformation: A link to the meeting will be provided to all virtual attendees at 8 AM EST and again at 12:30 PM EST on Thursday\, November 17th.   \nRegistration:\nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION BY 11/07/2022\nLecture and buffet style lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues)  \nREGISTRATION AFTER 11/07/2022 \n\nLecture and buffet style lunch: $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues) for registrations between Tuesday\, November 8th and the meeting on Thursday\, November 17th.  This includes walk-ins\nLecture only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)\n\nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Section Student Scholarship Fund \nDAY-OF REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON 11/17/2022
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/metalworking-fluids-basics-industry-trends/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221020T153000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20221214T211823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T211823Z
UID:2044-1666269000-1666279800@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:Bearing & Synthetic Industrial Gear Oils Education featuring STLE President Dr. Ryan Evans
DESCRIPTION:The STLE Philadelphia Section encourages all of our members to meet STLE President\, Dr. Ryan Evans when he joins us at our October meeting to discuss bearings and provide an update on programming STLE is offering. Please arrive early to say hello to Ryan because he will not be able to stay for the entire meeting due to prior commitments \nProgram:\n12:45 PM Introduction and Announcements – Neil Canter\, Program Chair\, STLE Philadelphia Section\n1:00 PM – Dr. Ryan Evans\, STLE President and Director of R&D\, The Timken Company; “Engineered Bearings and Industrial Motion Components”\n1:45 PM – Break\n2:00 PM – Abigail Nolin\, Graduate Student\, University of Delaware; “Controlling Fine Touch Sensations with Materials Chemistry”\n2:15 PM – Kavi Patel\, Graduate Student Temple University; “A Study on the Interfacial Mechanics of Composite-Coated Surgical Needle Advancing in Tissue”\n2:30 PM – Break\n2:45 PM – Dr. Shubhamita Basu\, North American Product Manager\, Industrial Oils\, The Lubrizol Corporation; “Meeting Stringent OEM Requirements with Top Tier Synthetic Industrial Gear Oils” \nSchedule: \nNetworking: 11:30 AM\nLunch: 12:00 PM \nHybrid Meeting Starting at 12:45 PM EDT \nRegistration: \nEARLY BIRD REGISTRATION BY 10/10/2022\nLecture and buffet style lunch: $40 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues)  \nREGISTRATION AFTER 10/10/2022 \n\nLecture and buffet style lunch: $45 ($20 retirees and unemployed colleagues) for registrations between Tuesday\, October 11th and the meeting on Thursday\, October 20th.  This includes walk-ins.\nLecture only: $20 (includes those attending virtually)\n\nWe request contributions be made to the STLE Philadelphia Section Student Scholarship Fund             \n  DAY-OF REGISTRATION WILL BE AVAILABLE ON 10/20/2022
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/bearing-synthetic-industrial-gear-oils-education-featuring-stle-president-dr-ryan-evans/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE":MAILTO:claire_lutz@cargill.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220725T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220725T190000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20220711T135903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220711T135903Z
UID:2006-1658768400-1658775600@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:Networking Happy Hour at Love City Brewing - Delaware Valley Science & Engineering Multi-Section
DESCRIPTION:The STLE Philadelphia Section invites you to network with representatives from other professional societies including the American Chemical Society (ACS)\, American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChe)\, Association for Women in Science (AWIS)\, Chemical Consultants Network (CCN) and Engineers Without Borders. Learn about upcoming events\, volunteer opportunities\, or just to expand your professional network. \nThe networking session will be held at Love City Brewing in Philadelphia on Monday\, July 25th from 5 PM – 7 PM. There is no registration fee. \nThe event is free to attend. Beer is pay-as-you-go at the bar; light refreshments will be provided. \nPlease Register Here. We need a headcount in order to get enough refreshments and snacks for everyone. \nHope to see you there!
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/networking-happy-hour-at-love-city-brewing-delaware-valley-science-engineering-multi-section/
LOCATION:Love City Brewing\, 1023 Hamilton Street\, Philadelphia\, PA\, 19123\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220627T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220627T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T002058
CREATED:20220321T194504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T200642Z
UID:1966-1656331200-1656360000@philadelphia-stle.org
SUMMARY:Annual Golf Outing to Benefit Student Scholarship Fund
DESCRIPTION:The STLE Philadelphia Section will hold our Annual Golf Outing at Sandy Run Country Club in Oreland\, PA\, on June 27\, 2022. Proceeds from the Golf Outing will benefit our Student Scholarship Fund. In 2021\, the Philadelphia Section awarded a total of 13 scholarships to undergraduate and graduate students totaling $13\,000. Please help us continue this great tradition of supporting local students by joining us for the Golf Outing. \nThe Golf Outing will begin with a Shotgun Start at 12:30pm\, followed by Happy Hour at 5:00pm\, Dinner and Awards Ceremonly at 6:30pm. \nAdditional event and sponsorship details TBA.
URL:https://philadelphia-stle.org/event/annual-golf-outing/
LOCATION:Sandy Run Country Club\, 200 E. Valley Green Road\, Oreland\, PA\, 19075\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Philadelphia STLE Golf Committee":MAILTO:christy.henley@sealandchem.com
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