view newsletter …crestcom david strathmann, president 11374 tacito creek drive s jacksonville, fl...

View Newsletter http://www.fcmaweb.com/tabid/87/Default.aspx?page=Newsletter&IssueID=53

1 of 11 7/15/2009 11:40 AM

Search FCMA

Print this page Press Ctrl+D to bookmark Email this page Drag this link onto your Home button to make this your Home Page

SEPTEMBER 2005 9/15/2005

FCMA - Week 35Let me share with you my privilege to be with FCMA members in several special ways the past week.

First: The eighth annual Crane Awards. Fifty-five award winners from 25 companies were honored at the UNF UniversityCenter on September 15. This is a very special occasion for outstanding employees to provide the glue for our companies andour society. This year we recognized Reservists and National Guard who work for FCMA member companies and had beenactivated to serve in Iraq and Afghanistan. The evening was best summed up by Sgt. Chris Beard of Swisher, a Purple Heartrecipient who stated We do what we do for our country. Chris simple, direct statement captures the essence of the American spirit. Thank you, Chris, and congratulations to the Crane Award winners and military personnel.

Second: Tony Suveg, Plant Manager at United States Gypsum, held a meeting with JEA and the Large Energy Users within FCMAs membership on September 21 at Trend Offset Printing. The Large Energy Users Group is working with JEA to improveelectrical reliability and to lessen the impact of utility rate increases. I am very impressed by the emerging sense ofcooperation by both JEA and its customers. JEAs CEO, Jim Dickenson, was frank and forthright in his analysis of his companyand the environment in which it operates. JEAs large customers were equally responsive in suggesting ways to control costsand improve service. Also, attendees reported marked improvement in reliability. Thank you, Tony and Jim, for developing aworking relationship that benefits all of us.

Third: Industrial Preservation Project. Herschel Vinyard, Vice President of Government Affairs at Atlantic Marine, Inc., hasformed a broad-based group to preserve industrially zoned property and it met on September 21 at City Hall. The goal is toinsure that the First Coast region has ample land available for industrial development and that its plan will significantly reduce the conflict between residential property owners and industry as we try to create economic development and employment opportunities. I am very impressed by the straightforward discussion centered on facts and the long term view of what is bestfor our community. Interestingly because of FCMAs regional membership base, Herschels group is being watched closely by elected officials in the surrounding counties. Keep up the good work, Herschel!

Last: Professional Progress, Class IX. Graduation for the 18 participants in this years class took place on September 22 at theRiver Club. Employees from FCMA members, Florida Department of Environmental Protection, St. Johns River WaterManagement District, and Jacksonvilles Environmental Resource Management Department, completed its eight month


2 of 11 7/15/2009 11:40 AM

leadership development program. I am proud of the level of sustained participation and the quality of the program that wasdeveloped in partnership with FDEP. These young professionals will provide a stronger leadership group for their employersand their community. Congratulations, graduates!

This is only one week in the year and I have only mentioned four of over 250 activities that FCMA will do this year. Whew! Butwhat pride I feel because of what you do each day to help your company, its employees and our community. Thank you!

Complete CoatingsKenneth A. Church, Vice President357 Eastport RoadJacksonville, FL 32218(904) 448-1419

Complete Coatings, Inc. provides high quality industrial painting services to manufacturing companies in the Jacksonville area. Some of the services we supply are corrosion control for structures, equipment, tanks, buildings, floor coatings, tank linings, waterproofing and secondary containment.

CrestcomDavid Strathmann, President11374 Tacito Creek Drive SJacksonville, FL 32223(904) 374-0199

Crestcom produces and markets video-based training programs in the areas of sales, employee motivation, leadership, and particularly management development.

Florida East Coast RailwayDavid MacInnes, AVP Sales and Marketing1 Malaga StreetST. Augustine, FL 32084(904) 819-2151

Florida East Coast Railway (FECR) brings over 100 years of regional understanding and expertise to meet the freight transportation needs of Florida's densely populated and commercially critical east coast. FECR is a Class II freight railroad that extends along a 351-mile corridor between Jacksonville and Miami, with exclusive rail access to the Port of Palm Beach, Port Everglades (Ft. Lauderdale) and the Port of Miami. Beyond its coastal rail corridor, FECR provides drayage services throughout the Southeast with terminals located in Atlanta, Jacksonville, Ft. Pierce, Ft. Lauderdale and Miami.

Hydro AluminumMatthew Dionne, Vice President & GM200 Riviera BlvdSt. Augustine, FL 32086(904) 794-1500 Ext 1001


3 of 11 7/15/2009 11:40 AM

Hydro is the third-largest integrated aluminium supplier in the world, with a presence on every continent. Our commercial instinct drives us to ensure value creation through innovative and efficient solutions based on aluminium. Hydro's customers include automotive, packaging and building industries.

Industrial Control EngineeringGreg Schmidt, President13411 Foxhaven Drive N Jacksonville, FL 32224(904) 662-7440

Industrial Control Engineering Inc. (ICE) is an electrical and electronic control systems design services company specializing in PLC and HMI programming and data acquisition. ICE was incorporated in Jacksonville, Florida in 2000 providing design services and plant support for a local food packaging plant. ICE now provides a full range of design services from small panel fabrication to commissioning and startup support.

Jones CollegeFrank McCafferty, President5353 Arlington ExpresswayJacksonville, FL 32211(904) 743-1122

A non-profit four year college, the second oldest college in Jacksonville. We offer Bachelor degree programs in Computer Information Systems, Business Administration, Allied Health Management, Elementary Education, Interdisciplinary Studies and Legal Assistant; and Associate degree programs in Business Administration, Computer Information Systems, Legal Assistant, and Medical Assistant.

Metal Container CorporationPat Payne, Plant Manager1100 North Ellis RoadJacksonville, FL 32254(904) 695-7650

Metal Container Corp., the can and lid manufacturing subsidiary of Anheuser-Busch Cos., Inc.

Singlesource ServicesDonald Dymer, President2320 S Third Street, Suite 7Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250(904) 241-1821

We provide Fortune 500 companies as well as smaller local companies with web based paperless hiring tools that include On-Line Applications, Assessments, Background Screening, and Drug Testing.

Suncoast Industrial Services, Inc.Daniel Wehby, P.E., President80-6A Industrial Loop N.Orange Park, FL 32073(904) 269-4403

Suncoast Industrial Services, Inc. provides Professional Elecrical Engineering and State Certified Contracting, including electrical testing and infra-red scanning. Since 1990 we have provided electrical schematics for power and light systems, including control system design. Our capabilities include developing the design concept, providing necessary materials, and field installation and support.

Sunoptics Technologies


4 of 11 7/15/2009 11:40 AM

Chris K. Black, President & CEO6018 Bowdendale AvenueJacksonville, FL 32216(904) 737-7611

Manufacture medical fiberoptic light delivery and imaging products, including fiberoptic cables, high density lightsources, dental curing probes, digital recording and imaging devices.

University of North FloridaDr. Daniel Cox, Associate Professor4567 St. Johns Bluff Road SBuilding 50Jacksonville FL 32224(904) 620-1845

The University of North Florida is one of thirteen state of Florida institutions of higher education. The Division of Engineering has ABET-accredited programs in Mechanical, Electrical, and Civil Engineering. In the Mechanical Engineering Program there is emphasis on Design and Manufacturing Engineering through a National Science Foundation (NSF) grant to train the region's engineering workforce in these disciplines

September 26 - The Grimes CompaniesFormerly Grimes Logistics Services, The Grimes Companies provides third party logistics services as well as packaging and warehousing. Come join us and tour their operations. In order to participate in plant tours, you must wear closed-toe shoes (no sling-back or heels, ladies!). Details:

When: 4:00-6:00 PM Monday, September 26 Where: 600 North Ellis Road, Jacksonville (north of I-10, south of Commonwealth) Members need to park at: Paxon Revival Center Church 5461 Commonwealth Avenue (just around the corner; shuttle service will be available approximately 3:40 PM and after the meeting) Follow FMCA signs Map:[Click for directions]

OSHA/Safety Special Interest GroupA Special Interest Group (SIG) was created after FCMA held a workshop presented by OSHA. Chuck Calloway with Summit Contractors headed up the group that met at Crown Products. The SIG is made up of fellow safety professionals, and theobjective is to share information and improve local safety programs. Their goal is to present another workshop focusing on information that was not covered in the previous workshop.


5 of 11 7/15/2009 11:40 AM

Appeal, Appeal, Appeal!The Honorable John Conder, Supervisor, Unemployment Appeals in Jacksonville and Rose O'Leary, Director of Operations, Office of Appeals in Tallahassee, joined members at the River Club led by Tom Harper of Harper Gerlach. The purpose of theevening was to discuss in an informal setting how FCMA may assist them and possibly give insight on their policies. Boy did we get an insight! We had invited them to share their thoughts on activities in Unemployment Compensation. You really missed it if you were not there!

Legislative UpdateFCMA's lobbyist, former Speaker of the House John Thrasher, addressed the Board of Directors at its last meeting. He gave insight on the upcoming session and guidance on developing and pushing the 2006 Legislative Agenda for manufacturing.

Professional Progress 2005 - Class IXProfessional Progress graduated its ninth class on Thursday, September 22, which was celebrated at a special dinner at the River Club. Congratulations to those completing this 8 month class:

FCMA Members: Aerostar Environmental Services - Geoffrey Reichold FMC Corporation - Steve Harris Golder Associates - Jesse Brown Holland & Knight - Stacy Watson May JEA - Kevin Holbrooks Medtronic Xomed - Carlos Corley Swisher International, Inc. - John Casey WhiteWave/Dean Foods - Eric Rickman

Florida Department of Environmental Protection Patricia Davis Patrick OConnor Michael Savage


6 of 11 7/15/2009 11:40 AM

Tracy Schilling *Jennifer Auger (previous year student)

City of Jacksonville - Environmental Resource Management Dept. Paul Bell Kevin Brown Rebecca Yates

St. Johns River Water Management District Melinda Granlund Tim OToole Michele Volpe

If you are interested in participating next year, please contact Debbie in the FCMA office early as class size is limited.

Manufacturing Magazine - 2006In an ongoing effort to provide visibility for FCMA and its members, we are proud to announce plans are in the works to publish our second edition of Manufacturing on the First Coast. This is an exciting opportunity to showcase the work of FCMA, our various community initiatives and the work of our member companies.

Again, we are proud to partner with FCMA member company Clements Publishing Company to write, produce and publish Manufacturing on the First Coast, which is scheduled for delivery in February 2006.

In the coming weeks, expect a call from Jane Bachtell to reserve your advertising or advertorial space in what promises to be yet another great publication. Our first edition contained great stories about such FCMA initiatives as Chem Camp, Lean Manufacturing, Work Force Preparation and What's Made Here?

Be on the lookout for details of the publication or feel free to call Jane at (904) 874-6727.

Members Making a Difference in Their Community...


7 of 11 7/15/2009 11:40 AM

FCMA would like to express appreciation to all its members who have stepped up to the plate with money, products and personnel to aid the victims of Hurricane Katrina. When we requested information on your company's efforts, we were overwhelmed. Space limitations prevent us from listing all those companies and individuals who have responded generously with open wallets and open hearts. Thank you!

2005 Crane AwardsCongratulations to the following Crane Award winners. These outstanding employees were recognized by their employers at our annual banquet held Friday, September 16, at the UNF University Center, with Mary Baer as emcee. Winners:

Advanced Disposal Services, Inc. - Bert KeatonAuld & White Constructors, Inc.- Dave Roberson, Steven ShawC F Machine & Tool, Inc. - Doyle DunnColomer USA, Inc. - Ashraf Hossain Earl Industries - Bryan Kitchel, Morris HallmanEnduris Extrusions, Inc. - Jim MuraskiEnkei Florida, Inc. - Jason Cabatingan, Wayne Griffin, Penny Marino, Tim WilliamsFlorida Custom Marble - Andrey TyshkoFMC Corporation - George KiadiiGeorgia Pacific Corporation - Robbie Wilkinson; Kraft Safety Team: Richard Goodwin, Carolyn Brantley, Ed Brooks, ChrisMatott, Bill Murray, Craig Gruen, Paul TerrellGerdau Ameristeel - Bob Hayes, Dempsey WalkerGolder Associates Inc. - Mold Assessment/Remediation Team: Ryan Hill, Charles Haury, Rob Jeans, Christine Jerrick, KenOverstreet, Sarah VieilletThe Grimes Companies - James Helms, Juan Carlos LauzuriqueGulf Atlantic Equipment Company - Karen GarrettIluka Resources, Inc. - Kristi Hess, Bobby Rivers Kelly Services - Ginger Gaines, Kathy KanterKraft Foods Maxwell House Coffee - Mike Clayton, Linda Kirkpatrick, Carlos TorresMedtronic Xomed - Alice Fant, Jason Pertoso Moran Environmental Recovery - Jay Nevin Pilot Pen Corporation of America - Pamela BegayPine Castle, Inc. - Beverly Hume Quality Sign Company - Danny BellRandstad North America - Lara Cody, Darleen Fluharty Kim Sparrow, Tracey Thompson Rex Corporation - Wayne DavisRing Power Corporation - Patrick McGeeSwisher International, Inc. - Tim Neas, Mark Parks, Patricia Tapley

Rex Corporation - More AwardsCongratulations to Chipper Hall's crew at Rex for being honored at the 2005 Printing Association of Florida Print Awards with a best of Category trophy for their promotional sales kit, two Best of Category Awards for Clairol Hydrience cartons, and one Judges Award for Clairol Textures & Tones carton. The trophy was awarded to Rex for Best Special Treatment of an exemplary use of multiple coatings on foil paperboard. Rex most recently earned a Paperboard Packaging Council Gold Award for its sales promotional kit, and captured five additional top awards for the promotional sales kit and the Clairol cartons at the International Association of Printing House Craftsmen competition. Hydrience and Textures & Tones won "Best of Category" and the promotional sales kit won "Best of Category" and the overall competition "Best of Show" silver trophy.


8 of 11 7/15/2009 11:40 AM

New Faces / PromotionsVac-Con promotes Tom Hunt, inventory analyst; Todd Coleman, buyer.

Aerostar Environmental Services welcomes Mitzi Vergenz, project engineer, and Jonathan Foster, staff engineer.

The Haskell Company Promotions: Greg Ferrell, executive vice president and chief operating officer; Jim O'Leary, president industrial group; David Hand, vice president food and beverage division; Mike Lawrence, president commercial group; John Carr, vice president and controller. New hires: Mike Martindill, director of business development parking solutions; Denise Ramsey, corporate chief engineer and vice president.

Mercantile Bank welcomes David Nelson, vice president and branch manager; Daniel Tan, branch supervisor Riverplace.

Sea Star Line new hire Kabiz Pakzad, director of inside sales.

Holland & Knight welcomes Frank Marino (partner) and Christina Schwing (associate).

Reichhold, Inc.An agreement has been reached with Dainippon Ink and Chemicals, Incorporated (DIC) for a management buyout--Reichhold has been the wholly owned subsidiary of DIC since 1987. Reichold will retain its name and the local executive management team will continue to lead the company in their current roles.

Congratulations FMC and LYONDELL (Formerly Millennium Chemicals)North Jacksonville Community Advisory Panel members are happy to report that their Jacksonville sites have reached one year without OSHA injury, no lost time injuries, and no recordable injuries. Way to go, Guys!

Sunoptic Technologies - Employee AppreciationChris Black (President) and Janet Nettles (HR Manager) of Sunoptics celebrated Employee Appreciation Day with a pizza party and cash prizes!

Local Awards


9 of 11 7/15/2009 11:40 AM

2005 Awards by the Associated Builders and Contractors recognized fellow FCMA members:

The Haskell Company: "Project of the Year" Daytona Speedway Renovation; Healthcare ($25-99 mil) Baptist Med Ctr So.; Institutional (less than $5 mil) The Villages Library, The Villages FL; Renovation ($10-99 million) Daytona Speedway; Merit-Commercial (less than $2 mil) GEAE Learning Ctr in Cincinnati; Merit-Renovation ($10-99 million) Baptist Med Ctr Clinical Services Downtown.Turner Pest Control: "Super Sub" Award. Auld & White Constructors: Commercial ($2-5 mil) Deerwood Golf & CC; Healthcare ($10-25 mil) Baptist Med Ctr So.Campus & Office Bldg; Renovation ($2-10 mil) SunTrust Offices.The Stellar Group: Commercial ($2-5 mil) Brumos Porsche Renovation; Healthcare (less than $5 mil) New Imaging Center & Office, Port Orange; Industrial ($5-15 mil) DOT Foods Dist. Ctr Expansion in Oklahoma. Summit Contractors, Inc.: Healthcare ($5-10 mil) Columbia Heritage Senior Residences, Atlanta; Merit-HistoricalRestoration ($2-10 mil) Dan River Crossing Apts, Danville VA. Miller Electric Company: Merit-Electrical (more than $10 mil) Baptist Med Ctr South.

Congratulations!

FujiHunt in Orange Park - August 29Thank you to the hospitality extended to FCMA at the last General Membership Meeting hosted by FujiHunt Photographic Products. We appreciate refreshment sponsors, vendors and neighbors of FujiHunt: Lift Power, HEPACO, Waste Management.

How to Shake the SBA Money Tree...taking advantage of the 504 Loan Program

Do you need money for plant, equipment, real estate? SBA has greatly expanded its programs to: * Increase loan limits* Reduce equity requirements* Focus on manufacturing

We can show you the money:

Jim Taylor and Kristen Tackett Florida First Capital Finance Corp.

We got the money (case studies): Cindy Hildebrand, CF Machine & Tool, Inc. Scott Gay, Commercial Casework

If you need money, then you need to attend this informative workshop! Details:

WHEN: 7:30-10:30 AM Thursday, October 6WHERE: University Center Building 43 - 12000 Alumni DriveCOST: $55 for Members $110 for Non-MembersRSVP: Email Debbie by clicking here.

There is still time to sign up!


10 of 11 7/15/2009 11:40 AM

Background Checks, Fair Credit Reporting Act - 9/28Are you up to date with the FCRA rules and regulations as they pertain to background checks? Who actually needs to run background checks, and why?

*Hire better people--they work harder and stay longer

*Background Screening goes beyond criminal record checks*Web based screening systems--the myths and truths

*Complying with the law--state as well as federal

WHEN: Wednesday, September 28thWHERE: University CenterCOST: $55 For Members $110 Non-MembersRSVP: [email protected]

There is still time to sign up!

After HoursSponsors:Quality Sign Company; Great Atlantic Outfitters; Cash Flow Consultants; and Prudential Network Realty

After Hours with the Jacksonville Art Walk

Wednesday, October 5 at 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM and then from 7:00 - 9:00 PM you may enjoy the rest of the art walk. Flyer to be e-mailed out in the next few days. Mark your calendars!!!! You won't want to miss this.

Thank You to 2005 Platinum Plus Contributors!

The Platinum Plus Campaign was developed to help fund the following:

*FCMA Website* *FCMA Lobbyist* *PR and Publicity*

We encourage you to plan for your 2006 contribution. Contributions range from $100 - $5,000. 10% of your contribution willbe applied as prepaid fees for any FCMA workshop or event. We appreciate the following members who contributed in 2005:

PLATINUM PLUS Gerdau-Ameristeel Maxwell House Coffee (Kraft)

PLATINUM Atlantic Marine, Inc. Goodrich Corporation MPS Group / ENTEGEE United States Gypsum Company

GOLD Auld & White Constructors, Inc.


11 of 11 7/15/2009 11:40 AM

SILVER Advanced Disposal Services Rex Corporation Safe-Lite Optical Company, Inc.

BRONZE Akerman Senterfitt FMC Corporation Moran Environmental Recovery, LLC WhiteWave Foods (formerly Dean)

SUPERSTAR Ameritape, Inc. Armor Holdings Automation Engineering Florida Custom Marble

Home • About Us • Contact Us • Membership Information

Workshops • Job Bank • Media Library/Resource • Agency Links

Copyright 2005 by First Coast Manufacturers Association

Login

view newsletter …crestcom david strathmann, president 11374 tacito creek drive s jacksonville, fl...

Documents