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niBHONI MAHQMAL 23M i * Manufacturing Chemists' Association, Inc $BC*ETA*Y'J Oppicb (fOUNDID 1S7J) 246 wooovaxd Building Washington j, d. C MINUTES OP MEETING OF PLASTICS COMMITTEE BALTUSROL GOLF CLUB, SPRINGFIELD, N. J. MAY 6, 1952 PRESENT: M. G. Milliken F. A. Abbiati D. S. Frederick Howard S. Bunn E. D. Ries J. L. Rodgers, Jr. W. S. Landes J. R. Hoover Louis Klein H. M. Parsekian Harry Dent Dan M. Rugg F. H. Carman The meeting was called to order by Chairman M. G. Milliken at 11:15 A.M. ) COMMITTEE MEMBERS 1952-1953 In keeping with procedure of previous years and PMMA, some Committee members appointed in June, 1951, should serve for an other year; these are Messrs. Milliken, Abbiati, Bunn, Coe and Frederick. Messrs. Rodgers and Ries having served for two years would normally be replaced as regular Committee members unless designated as chairman or vice chairman. After consideration of members available to serve, to obtain wide coverage of plastic materials, and to comply with the terms of reference for the Plastics Committee, the group was unanimous in suggesting Mr. Dan M. Rugg of Koppers Co. be appointed as a new member of the Committee, and that Mr. W. W. Knight, Jr. of Plaskon Division or Mr. Roger Firestone of Firestone Plastics Co. be considered in that order as a replacement for the second mem ber. It is the understanding that Mr. Milliken would consult with Mr. Knight and then Mr. Firestone regarding acceptance of Committee membership. The results of his contacts will be made known to the Committee for further consideration in the June meet ing. PUBLIC RELATIONS PROGRAM The augmented public relations activities of MCA and other matters ^ pertaining to the budget and dues for the forthcoming year were discus sed Informally. It was the unanimous agreement of the group that all CMA 078143 Plastics Conmltt) Meeting May 6, 1952 Page 2 Executive Representatives interested in plastic materials be urged to study the public relations program when the particulars are cleared for consideration by the Washington office. It is the desire of the Committee that every member have a full understanding of the Associa tion's plans in this respect and be prepared to take constructive ac tion thereon in the Annual Meeting. In this respect, it was suggested that the Washington office determine how many plastics group repre sentatives are planning to attend the White Sulphur meeting in June so that Group meeting arrangements can be made. COATING RESINS The Committee was advised of the desire on the part of some Asso ciation members to establish a coating resins committee operating some what similar to that now in effect for the Plastics Group and under the terms as now provided for the latter. TERMS OF REFERENCE The Board of Directors of MCA approved the Terms of Reference for the Plastics Committee in its meeting of March 11, 1952. Counsel has advised of the comments of two members, one suggesting that statistical reports be approved by MCA counsel before distribution, and the other regarding concern with the formulation of voluntary standardization programs. Counsel argued against making any change in the terms since it is understood that these results could be accomplished administra tively as has always been the practice of the Committee and the Wash ington office in the past. The following was presented from Counsel to the Plastics Committee: "Please express to the members of the Plas tics Committee my appreciation for their cooperation and patience in getting the Terms of Reference In final form." ASME PLASTICS STANDARDS A proposal of this Association covers mainly the fabrication of plastic products. It was agreed that this proposed standard should be taken up with the Technical Subcommittee to determine if any ac tion on the part of the MCA was warranted. MILITARY SPECIFICATIONS A request from S.P.I. to consider listing of compositions meeting certain military specifications is to be taken up with the Technical Subcommittee to determine the feasibility of such activity and general value of this to industry and government. I CMA 078144 Plastics Committ| Meeting May 6, 1952 t Page 3 PLASTICS EXHIBIT Members were advised of the success of the plastics exhibit set up within NPA during the previous week. The Association's Washington office cooperated in procuring samples and setting this up; the Bakellte Company very gratlously supplied tables, lighting and other props which contributed materially to the success of the exhibit. Mr. Car man received a letter of appreciation from Mr. 0. V. Tracy, Director of the Chemical Division. NFPA COMMITTEE ON WEARING APPAREL The National Fire Protection Association has Invited Mr. F. H. Carman to accept appointment on their Committee on Wearing Apparel. It was explained that this is the outgrowth of the recent proposed legislation on wearing apparel (plastic film is now included) and general awakening of the public to hazards in connection with syn thetics used in clothing. Following discussion, it was the consen sus of the group that MCA should approve the acceptance of this com mittee membership. GROUP MEETING Mr. Rodgers, in charge of arrangements for golf and other activi ties during the day, outlined the plans for luncheon, afternoon and evening entertainment. WHEREUPON, adjournment was taken at 12:30 P.M. Respectfully submitted, FHC/mw F. H. Carman Assistant Secretary * CMA 078145