Michael Stern Michael holds a B.S. in Chemistry from the University of the Sciences,and an M.B.A. in Marketing from LaSalle University, both in Philadelphia, PA. Prior to joining EMD Chemicals, he held laboratory positions at the United States Department of Agriculture and Honeywell Specialty Chemicals. Michael's presentations on various topics related to Karl Fischer analysis have been featured at numerous industry trade shows and conferences, including: Pittcon, the Gulf Coast Conference, Eastern Analytical Symposium, Lubrication Excellence Conference, American Oil Chemists' Society Conference, and others. Kevin Smith Glenn Sprenger In 1992 Mr. Sprenger began work on a second sampler patent designed to operate on powdered materials, resulting in a second patent award in 1995. G. R. Sprenger Engineering, Inc. (GRSEI) was created to market the sampling technology in 1996. Since then, various new sampler models have been developed to address the needs of customers world -wide. Abstract “Sampling Problems and Solutions” Solids handling in process plants presents many challenges for operations, maintenance and management. Perhaps the most troublesome is the issue of sample collection. When the QC lab posts results that are objectionable, the usual first response is to resample and rerun the analysis, because it is known and accepted as inevitable, that the sample integrity is simply not trustworthy. This presentation analyzes the various sources of sampling errors, the mechanisms that create the errors and the corrections required to resolve them. The presentation outline is summarized below: SAMPLING ERRORS AND SOLUTIONS Michael Bradley Title: “The Nalco 3D TRASAR Yeast Activity Monitor” Tim Swanson Responsible for process optimization, Tim and his group continually explore ways to further improve plant efficiencies. Thanks to their efforts, ICM plants are the industry’s most efficient ethanol plants, using approximately 25% less pipe and 10% less energy while experiencing 5% less downtime than other plants. Tim also directs the R&D team as they research dry fractionation in an effort to make ethanol production still more profitable for owners and investors. In addition, his group is exploring self-sufficient ethanol plants that can produce enough power to run the entire facility as well as analyzing synergistic opportunities with other businesses. For example, the company plans to add ethanol production capacity to existing power plants and grain processing facilities. Tim’s ties to ethanol begin with his background in the starch-processing industry. With more than 30 years’ experience in that field, his roles have included HFCS Operations Manager, Worldwide Technical Service Manager, Quality Control Manager, and Minnesota Corn Processors. He holds patents on raw materials currently being used in the starch industry, and he’s also published articles in both the sweetener and fuel ethanol industries. A graduate of Florida State University in Tallahassee, FL, Tim holds a B.S. in Chemistry and Geology. Ryan Hoefling Abstract “Process Optimization & Cost Cutting using Experimental Design” Not just an R&D tool anymore, experimental design is being used in “real-world-applications” to cut manufacturing costs, more quickly optimize process steps, evaluate trade-offs, and improve yield and quality. Piotr Krasucki Upon graduation Piotr has joined Monsanto as the Research Biologist – Fermentation, and conducted independent research and industrial scale fermentation process development & optimization in support of the Posilac™ (Bovine somatotropin - bST) intellectual property development and optimization of manufacturing methods. In his current position Piotr is responsible for focusing the technical resources of Fermentis - Division of Lesaffre Yeast Corporation in support of the market development focused on Industrial Ethanol Manufacturing. Piotr possesses several technical certifications and has also earned a Bachelor Degree in Biological Sciences currently followed by work on Master Degree in Chemistry. Title: “Principles and Practice of Yeast Fermentation Biotechnology in Industrial Scale Ethanol Manufacturing. ” Please check back for more updates ! |
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