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C o l u M b i a r i v e r s e C t i o nFebruary Edition 2009Volume XIX, Number 6

February Guest Speaker

Save the Date June 5th Eastmoreland Golf ClubSPE/SPI Golf Tournament

The SPE February Guest Speaker is Randall Thom of Strategic Printing & Manufacturing Solu-

tions a finishing house specializing in high-quality value-added finishing of plastic & metal parts for the medical, aerospace, automotive, promotional & consumer markets.

They also provide a wide variety of digital printing and finishing ser-vices for graphic, technical, and archi-tectural applications

Up Coming Events February 14th ........... reminder to buy sweets & flowers for your sweetie, a remote for your man

February 18th .................. Dinner Strategic Printing – Randy Thom

March 2nd ........................ Board Meeting at John Barleycorn’s, Tigard

March 18th ....................... 4pm-6pm Plant Tour Climax Machine Tools Lean Manufacturing tour. $5

April 15th ......................... Managing Generation Y in the workplace. Bret Bernhoft

May .................................. TBA

June ................................. SPE/SPI Golf Tournament

Wednesday, February 18thLocation: High Hat Restaurant @ 6:00pm Social, 6:30 Dinner 7:00 presentation11530 SW Pacific Hwy, Tigard, OR 97223, 503-246-4055Dinner cost: $14.00 members$16.00 non-members$7.00 students

Can you believe it is almost time for our annual golf tour-nament? This year the SPE

Columbia River Section and our local SPI group have agreed again to have one big tournament. On June 5th at Eastmoreland Golf Course, all our SPE and SPI friends will join in efforts to win the Ninth SPE/SPI Golf Tourna-ment. Play will start at 8:00AM with a shotgun start. Lunch and a raffle will follow play. An Early Bird sign up sheet is included in this issue of the Plasticizer. Please fill out and return as soon as possible. We must notify the course of the approximate number of players that will participate in this year’s contest by the end of May.

Financial support will come from entry fees, and donations that will be requested from our local plastic companies. Please be as generous as you can. A donation request form is in-cluded on the back of the registration form showing various ways of support for our tournament.

SPE President’s Message

January was an excit-ing Past Presidents dinner honoring pro-

fessional of the year John Normandin for his lifetime achievements in the plastics industry. Industry leaders reminisced about the good time and a few embarrass-ing moments of Johns career as well. All in good fun.

55 people turned out to honor John. Sal Gonzales, current past presi-

dent was honored for his contributions to SPE as well. Thank you Sal for all your support.

We continue an ex-citing year with Randall Thom of Strategic Printing this month, a plant tour about lean manufacturing

in March and in April a special pre-sentation on how to manage Gen Y (employees born between 1984 and 2002). Just around the corner is the annual Golf Tournament in June, so mark your calendars now.

See you Feb. 18th at the Hi Hat!

John Mark [email protected]

Columbia River Chapter of the SPE

PO Box 55116 Portland OR 97238Officers 2008-2009

PresidentJohn Mark BaldwinWetzco LLC. [email protected]

1st V.P/Program CoordinatorOpen – waiting for you to step up

2nd V.P/TreasurerEric Fisher [email protected]

Recording SecretaryJeff SanftlebenBowco Industries155 SE Hazel Dell Way.Canby Or. [email protected]

Education ChairDenys SanftlebenSales ManagerVision Plastics, Inc.503-685-9000 [email protected]

Membership ChairJill BriggsR&D [email protected]

Newsletter EditorGary W. Perman CRPCPerman Technical Search Group [email protected]

National CouncilpersonDavid GoldwasserNike [email protected]

Former President Sal GonzalezR&D [email protected]

SPE Columbia River Section Board Meeting Minutes

Feburary 2, 2009

at John Barleycorn’sAttendees: Denys, Eric, Jill, John Mark, Gary

Notes:• Another group already booked a

Holiday Social at McMenamins and all other Friday nights there were booked. Therefore, we are looking at alterna-tive sites and alternative evenings.

• Eric and John Mark confirmed date of June 5th for the SPE/SPI golf tournament @ Eastmoreland. Dis-cussed early bird registration this year and giving away 5 free raffle tickets at

the Golf Lunch for early registrants.• Eric discussed scholarship to

WWU. Same procedure as last year. $1,000 scholarship to a student with 3.0 GPA +, and plastics interests at-tending WWU.

• Chapter will contribute to WWU in 2009 towards scholarship Motion passed.

• Jeff contacting Canby High School on possibility of putting on technical seminar and how they would use $5,000 from a National SPE Award.

• Next speaker will be Randy Thom of Strategic Printing.

• Next board meeting, March 2nd, 6pm at John Barleycorn’s in Tigard

sounD ManuFaCturinG inC.Custom ThermoformingP.O. Box 5097Kent, Washington 98064Val Williams253-872-8007 253-395-1239 Fax

As we continue into the new year we look forward to grow-ing and continually improving

our SPE Chapter. One of our priorities will be to better understand the needs of our members. We believe that the best way to understand is by receiv-ing feedback from the SPE body – that means YOU. Please let us know how we can improve:

Membership: What subjects would you like cov-

ered at our monthly meetings? How can we better serve our

members? If you are not actively a member,

what is preventing you from joining?

Education: What are your education needs

within your company? Would you support educational

seminars?Are you interested in a resource

guide for local Plastics education?

Email your comments to: [email protected] Sanftleben

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SPE has been respon-sible for supporting the plastics industry and

is the gateway to industry trends and information.

If you are NOT a mem-ber of the SPE , this is what you lose out on each and every month…

• Monthly Presentations from top in-dustry professional

• Local Plant Tours• 12 Month Subscription to Plastics

Engineering Magazine

Why Are YOU... NOT Yet A Member?• Expert Advice on Today’s Plas-tics Industry Challenges• Membership to a larger, na-tional plastics resource of ex-perts in all plastic fields• Playing Golf with your suppliers, competitors and some attractive members of the opposite sex.• Eat and eat some more!

• Drinking beer, wine and socializing.• A chance to win unique raffle prizes

like wine, Victoria Secret items, gift

cards, plastic play things, $.• Meet new clients, create more busi-

ness = more money in your pocket and impress your boss.

• Gain inside information of business trends, supply, demand, and employ-ment in the industry.

• Support Educational Scholarships

Most importantly it is a great way to socialize with others in the local plastics industry. If you have any questions re-garding membership please let us know.

Join us at the next event!

Why do some technology management teams survive recessions and others don’t,

even while using the same methods? According to Don Schmincke, author of High Altitude Leadership “ Moun-tain climbing teams in the “death zone”--that altitude above 26,000 feet where lack of oxygen makes long-term survival impossible--bear a striking resemblance to management teams. These teams live passionately while confronting challenging odds. Some are deeply humble; others are psy-chotic narcissists. They come with all levels of competence, from naive wannabes to elite athletes. And when put to the test, they react like all of us: sometimes like heroes, other times self-destructively.

At these extreme altitudes, suc-cess or failure is easily measured, and

mistakes can kill people. In these ele-ments, we’ve discovered that leaders who survive in the face of extreme challenges do something uniquely different than the rest. They succeed by recognizing and surviving specific dangers. Eight clear dangers emerge when an organization moves to higher levels of performance. Here’s an analy-sis of three of those dangers.

The Danger of Selfishness At high altitude, selfishness kills people when teamwork is critically needed to handle injuries, equipment malfunc-tion, limited resources, and weather threats. Similarly, selfishness can kill the change initiatives a business needs to survive recessionary times. Selfish-ness infects cultures when managers and staff:• Let their career or personal agendas

supersede the organization’s mission.

• Think that being right is more impor-tant than collaboration and dialogue.

• Take individual credit for achievements, while blaming others for failures.

• Are unwilling to compromise or seek consensus during conflict. The damage escalates as new proj-ects take too long to implement and staff talk about real issues outside of meetings instead of inside the meet-ings. Politicking, or maneuvering for personal gain, can bring down the best of companies. It’s often the

Three Leadership Dangers to Avoid During a Recession

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Three Leadership Dangers to Avoid During a Recession... continued

driver of denial, avoidance, blind-ness, or cover-ups all of which are unacceptable in recessionary times. High altitude leaders are driven not by selfishness, but by a zeal for achieving results. These leaders drive needed changes by inspiring others with a passion for what’s needed.

Is your culture driven by a passion-ate saga for the strategic changes ahead or do these missions end up as empty words on posters and coffee cups? The Danger of “Tool Seduction” In mountaineering, tool seduction en-dangers climbers every time they dress in the latest gear but apply the wrong techniques to the challenge. In their overconfidence (or naiveté) they can end up stranded on a storm-rav-aged slope while experienced climb-ers relax at base camp and have a beer while watching the storm pass.

Similarly, the danger from a pa-rade of expert consultants packing the latest tools can distract leaders from focusing on vital issues. Such tools can include methods for organizational change, leadership development, process improvement, teambuilding, CRM, ERM, TQM, Re-engineering, and other management methods.

Leaders fail to survive recessions when tools become “safe” answers, or worse, weapons to use against other tools. In critical moments, even the best tools break or fail, resources are lost, or circumstances change. The prob-lem isn’t with what tools you need, but how organizations relate to the tools.

Are your leaders using the tools, or are the tools using your leaders?

Tool seduction can suck produc-tivity and morale out of a corporate culture. It’s wiser to focus on chang-ing the actions and decisions which truly drive high-performance results. During times of economic uncertain-ty, do your tools allow your company to change decisively, or just clog ev-eryone’s shelves with interesting, but irrelevant, information? Do your tools fuel passion for change, or derail it with useless meetings, lingo, and processes? The Danger of Cowardice

Cowardice stops both moun-taineering and corporate teams from challenging the status quo, holding others accountable and exposing weaknesses. This danger happens as soon as your organization fears taking necessary risks or relinquishes core values during times of trouble. And it hinders decisive action by stopping the essential act necessary to survive a recession--telling the truth. Cowardice eats truth and lack of truth eats profit.

Telling the truth can upset people and cause discomfort, but ultimately it drives accountability to new levels. Keeping the truth at unspeakable lev-els only produces collateral damage, such as: • Accumulating dead-weight of mar-

ginally performing employees• Avoiding the real issues and thwart-

ing meaningful change• Sticking with doomed projects far

too long Selflessness, actions that drive per-

formance and bravery are but a few of the survival tips for dealing with the leadership dangers encountered when taking your organization to a higher altitude. They can be especially im-portant during times of economic un-certainty.” Don Schmincke, Founder of The SAGA Institute, is a dynamic keynote speaker and co-author of High Altitude Leadership with Chris Warner. Visit www.HighAltitudeLead-ership.com for a free team assessment exercise, and to view their remarkable strategic, leadership, and organiza-tional change programs

WANTED:Newsletter Contributor/EditorContact Gary [email protected]

Lean Manufacturing Plant TourMarch 18th 4:00pm

See Lean Manufacturing methods in action at Climax Portable Machine Tool.

Join SPE on a tour of a successful, working manufacturing facility who is successfully implementing Lean.

You’ll take away:• new ideas of how to implement Lean

into your operations• See Lean practices in action• Experience a mock Lean process• Tour a successful Lean manufactur-

ing facility• Eat some great food • Enjoy some networking with plas-

tics professionals

Pre-registration is requiredSign up at our next meeting or

email your RSVP to Denys at [email protected]

Deadline to register is March 13th

Climax Portable Tool is located in Newberg, Oregon2712 E 2nd StreetNewberg, Oregon USA 97132

Early Bird RegistrationSPE/SPI Annual Golf Tournament

Register Early Before May 1st and receive 5 free raffle tickets at the gold luncheon

June 5th, 2009 • Eastmoreland Golf Club2524 SE Bybee Blvd • Portland, Oregon 97202

Time: All players must report between 7 & 7:45 AM

Format: 8:00am Shotgun start, Foursome Scramble, Best Team Score

Afternoon BBQ: BBQ Chicken, Coleslaw, Potato salad, Fresh fruit, roasted red potatoes, Fresh vegetable, baked beans, Bread, Brownies, and Coffee.

PLEASE PRINT 18 Holes 18 Holes BBQ & BBQ ONLY ONLYNAME ($100.00)* ($80.00)* ($28.00)

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*PRICE INCLUDES GOLF CART

Make checks payable to “SPE COLUMBIA SECTION” and mail this registration form to: Society of Plastic Engineers, Columbia Section PO Box 55116 Portland, Oregon 97238

Credit card payment: Mail to above address or fax to 503-345-6646____Visa _____M/C _____AmEx

Credit Card #:_____________________________________________ Exp. Date:____________________

Card Holder Name _________________________________________ Company ____________________

Ph #_______________________________ Signature_________________________________________

Tournament can only accommodate 36 foursomes, so don’t delay your entry. We are requesting entries/registration be returned by May 29th.QUESTIONS: Eric Fisher (503) 679-7375 [email protected] RESERVATIONS FIRM. NO REFUNDS.

Sponsors Needed for our Ninth Annual SPE/SPI Golf Tournament

June 5th, 2009 Dear Valued Supporter:This year will be the Ninth Annual SPE/SPI Golf Tournament. Yes, we have agreed again to join forces to

make One Big Tournament. We are asking for your help in supporting our tournament not only by attending, but through a contribution. There are several ways you can make a contribution. Please check your contribu-tion of choice.

1. SPONSOR A HOLE: Includes a sign with Your Name and/or Your ____ $150 Company Name.

2. SPONSOR A HOLE + PRIZE MONEY: Includes a sign with Your ____ $250 Name and/or Company Name plus recognition as a prize contributor to be posted and printed in the Plasticizer.

3. CASH DONATION: Please fill in amount. ____ $_______

4. A PRIZE FOR OUR RAFFLE: Please fill in what you are contributing to be raffled. _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________

Donors’ Name _________________________________________________________________

Company Name ________________________________________________________________

One of the benefits of being a Sponsor or Donating a Prize is assured registration and there is limited space. See the registration form.

Tournament CommitteeJohn Mark Baldwin, [email protected] Fisher, [email protected]

Please fax this sheet along with your Registration form (if you plan to play) Fax: 503-345-6646. You can also mail your donation to SPE, PO Box 55116, Portland, Oregon 97238

Thank You So Much For Your Support!!

Extruders/Sheet & Rod SuppliersSpartech Plastics ............................................. 503-472-6191Gage Industries ............................................. 800-443-4243

Molders3D Plastics ......................................................503-537-0979ABC Plastics ....................................................503-235-6778Nypro Oregon ................................................ 541-753-4700Q&D Plastics ..................................................541-461-5000R&D Plastics ...................................................503-693-7993PakTech ..........................................................541-461-5000

Machinery & EquipmentEquipment Resources Northwest ................... 503-281-3612Shaw Tech Sales, Inc ..................................... 800-528-8011WetzCo ........................................................... 503-341-8119

Mold Making SuppliesNorthest Mold Supply .....................................503-654-0318Moldtech .........................................................630-235-8955

ConsultingPermanTech (staffing) ................................... 360-835-2205

ThermoformingSound Manufacturing .................................... 253-872-8007Gage Industries ............................................. 800-443-4243

Resin Supplier and CompoundersAshland .......................................................... 800-828-7659Christler Chemical & Plastic .......................... 503-570-9113Clariant ........................................................... 800-897-1419Denton Plastics, Inc ....................................... 800-959-9945Northwest Polymers .......................................503-829-3550Polysource, Inc ............................................... 503-452-3351RTP Company ................................................ 800-433-4787

AssemblyABC Plastics ....................................................503-235-6778

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All it takes is 1-2 hours per month of time... Yet your rewards are great:express your ideas grow the organizationreceive inside information free food and beer at board meetingsfirst in line at the golf tournament2 months off promote your businessgain the respect and admiration of industry members.

In June, we need you to:Drive membership or Coordinate the Newsletter or Lead the board or Coordinate Programs

Now is your chance to step up and contribute to a great trade organization. With a minimal amount of effort on your part, your contribu-tion can multiply with substantial positive results.




WANTED: A few board members to join the SPE team

Who Can Help YouSociety Of Plastics Engineers, Inc.,

Po Box 0403, Brookfield, Ct 06804-0403Phone: 203-775-0471 • Fax: 203-775-8490

WEB: www.4spe.org

executive Director Susan Oderwald

ANTEC Conference Management .............................. Lesley Kyle ...........................203.740.5452 ......................... [email protected]

ANTEC booth sales .................................................... Deb Cawley .........................203.740.5413 [email protected]

ANTEC paper submission .......................................... Tara Munsen ........................203.740.5472 [email protected]

Awards

Chase, Husky ........................................................ Laurie McDougal .................203.740.5432 ............... [email protected]

Fellow, Honor Society, STRETCH, ....................... Debra Ravetto ......................203.740.5431 ..................... [email protected]

PRIDE/Outstanding Division

Essay Contest, HSM, Newsletter, STAR ................ Tricia McKnight ...................203.740.5430 ................. [email protected]

International awards program ............................. Gail Bristol ...........................203.740.5447 .................... [email protected]

Book orders ................................................................ Louann Noll .........................203.740.5449 ......................... [email protected]

Change of address/transfers ...................................... Customer Relations ..............203.740.5403 ............. [email protected]

Council Liaison .......................................................... Marie Salzo ..........................203.740.5422 [email protected]

Divisions, Special Interest Groups, Student Chapters Debra Ravetto ......................203.740.5431 ..................... [email protected]

Dues billing & payments ............................................ Customer Relations ..............203.740.5403 ............. [email protected]

e-learning center ........................................................ Tara Munsen ........................203.740.5472 [email protected]

Employment & classified ads ..................................... Jackie Memoli ......................203.740.5411 [email protected]

International awards program ................................... Gail Bristol ...........................203.740.5447 .................... [email protected]

Journal/magazine orders ............................................ Bonnie Kaczowski ...............203.740.5428 ............. [email protected]

Membership processing/questions ............................ Customer Relations ..............203.740.5403 ............. [email protected]

Membership programs/retention ............................... Tobi Gebauer .......................203.740.545 [email protected]

Plastics Engineering magazine advertisements ......... Clive Bullard ........................203.740.5427 .................... [email protected]

Section & Division billing .......................................... Dolores Pruefer ...................203.740.5446 [email protected]

Section & Division investment program .................... Doris Thoren .......................203.740.5444 [email protected]

Section administration ............................................... Tricia McKnight ...................203.740.5430 ................. [email protected]

Seminar program & in-plant training ........................ Laurie McDougal .................203.740.5432 ............... [email protected]

Seminar registration ................................................... Martha Charris ....................203.740.5458 .................. [email protected]

SPE training products & bookstore ............................ Nancy Herdegen ..................203.740.5440 .............. [email protected]

The SPE Foundation scholarships & grants ............... Gail Bristol ...........................203.740.544 ...................... [email protected]

Topical conference planning ..................................... Lesley Kyle ...........................203.740.5452 ......................... [email protected]

Topical conference registration ................................. Deb Cawley .........................203.740.5413 [email protected]

Website ....................................................................... Deb Daily .............................203.740.5468 ...................... [email protected]




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