Deco '22 Attendees List

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2022 Child Award Presentation

Kerry Turner Awarded the 2022 Frank S. Child Award Posthumously
(PowerPoint file - 0.4 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2022

Deco '22 Exhibitor Showcase

Deco '22 Exhibitor Showcase
(PDF file - 1.4 mb file size)

Deco '22 Speaker Profiles

Deco '22 Speaker Profiles
(PDF file - 0.4 mb file size)

Legislative, Marketing, and Business Solutions - Deco '22 Presentations

Securing Your Digital Assets
Todd Whittaker, Ph. D., Department Chair, Computing Sciences and Mathmetics; Franklin University; MS/BS in Cybersecurity
DECO '22 Presentation Video

Harnessing the Power of Social Media in Your Marketing Plan
Jessica Hennessy, Sr. Advisor, Strategic Partnerships and Reputation, Ohio Health
(PowerPoint file - 16.0 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2022

Jessica Hennessy DECO '22 Presentation Video

Legislative Update
SGCDpro Washington Liaison Walt Sanders
(PowerPoint file - .2 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2022

Decorating Production and Processes - Deco '22 Presentations

Keeping Employees Engaged In a Post-Pandemic Workplace
Keynote Speaker: Lisa Ryan, Grategy
(PowerPoint file - 23.0 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2022

Lisa Ryan DECO '22 Keynote Address Video

Print to Glass and Ceramic WITH Confidence AND Adhesion
Michael Perrelli, Innovative Digital Systems
(PowerPoint file - 31.0 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2022

Michael Perrelli DECO '22 Presentation Video

Supply Chain Challenges: Navigating the New Normal
Ed Weiner, President, Maryland China
(PowerPoint file - 3.5 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2022

Ed Weiner DECO '22 Presentation Video

Signite™ Transfer Technology Offers New Decorating Options
Anthony Carignano, ACTEGA North American
(PDF file - 1.7 mb file size) posted Jun. 27, 2022

Anthony Carignano DECO '22 Presentation Video

Technology Update: Digital and Screen Printing
Paul Bolduc, President, Koenig & Bauer
DECO '22 Presentation Video

Digital Printing...An Opportunity or a Threat?
Thomas Molfese, Sales Manager, Fermac Silk Screen Printing Technologies
(PowerPoint file - 126.5 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2022
** For smaller PDF file CLICK HERE(PDF File - 7.0 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2022

Thomas Molfese DECO '22 Presentation Video

Optimizing Your Firing Process
John Hann, E.W. Bowman
(PowerPoint file - 7.0 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2022

John Hann DECO '22 Presentation Video

Advances in Digital Printing
Bob Keller, Marabu Inks
(PDF file - 1.3 mb file size) posted Jun. 27, 2022

Bob Keller DECO '22 Presentation Video

"You Can't Judge a Book by Its Cover - But We Do"
Sean Weir, Glass Coatings and Concepts
(PDF file - 3.8 mb file size) posted Jun. 27, 2022

Sean Weir DECO '22 Presentation Video

DECO '22 Exhibitor Interviews

Actega

Commercial Decal of Ohio, Inc.

Decal Solutions Unlimited

Fermac

Ferro

Fusion Ceramics Inc.

Geib Refining

Inkcups

Innovative Digital Systems

Isimat

Koenig and Bauer Kammann

Maryland China

Miller Process Coating Co.

Schilling, Inc.

Deco '19 - April 6-7, 2019; Hyatt Regency; Indianapolis, IN

Deco '19 Attendees List

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Deco '19 Exhibitor Showcase

Deco '19 Exhibitor Showcase
(PDF file - 1.4 mb file size)

Deco '19 Speaker Profiles

Deco '19 Speaker Profiles
(PDF file - 0.3 mb file size)

Decorating Production and Processes - Deco '19 Presentations

Direct to Glass Printing Utilizing an Industrialized Screen Printing Process
Heidelberg
(PDF file - 2.0 mb file size) posted Apr. 11, 2019

Proper Pre-treatment and Application of Hot-and Cold-end Coatings
Steve Agler, Past President, Society of Glass Decorators
(PPTX [PowerPoint] file - 7.7 mb file size) posted Apr. 9, 2019

Evolution of Glass Decorating - Transitioning from Analog to Digital Inkjet Printing
Julian Joffe, Engineered Printing Solutions
(PPTX [PowerPoint] file - 16.5 mb file size) posted Apr. 9, 2019

Innovations in Direct Digital Printing in the Glass and Ceramic Industries
Todd Barson, Ferro Corporation
(PPTX [PowerPoint] file - 12.7 mb file size) posted Apr. 9, 2019

Decoration Materials for the Glass and Ceramic Decorator
Sean Weir, Schilling Inc., Inks & Coatings Division
(PPTX [PowerPoint] file - 14.0 mb file size) posted Apr. 9, 2019

Improving Adhesion and Durability of UV Inks on Glass and Ceramics
Sean Lanigan, Applied Surface Technologies
(PPTX [PowerPoint] file - 4.8 mb file size) posted Apr. 9, 2019

Avoiding Common Problems with Glass Colors
Wes King, Fusion Ceramics
(PPTX [PowerPoint] file - 1.1 mb file size) posted Apr. 9, 2019

Waterborne Spray Coatings for Glass Decorating
Steve Presutto, Peter-Lacke
(PPTX [PowerPoint] file - 31.8 mb file size) posted Apr. 9, 2019

Compliant Glass and Ceramic Ware - Food contact regulations and regulatory developments around the world
Melanie Schubert, TUV Rheinland of North America
(PPTX [PowerPoint] file - 1.3 mb file size) posted Apr. 9, 2019

Digital Ink for Glass Drinkware: A success story for digital manufacturing
Bob Keller, Marabu North America
(PPTX [PowerPoint] file - 5.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 9, 2019

Keynote Speaker

Keynote Speaker
Robert Zollweg, Libbey, Inc.
(PDF file - 16.8 mb file size) posted Apr. 15, 2019

Legislative Update: Proposition 65

Taming Prop 65 - A modest proposal for the SGCD
Carol Brophy, Steptoe
(PPTX [PowerPoint] file - 2.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 9, 2019

Deco '18 - April 7-9, 2018; Hilton Easton; Columbus, OH

Deco '18 Attendees List

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Deco '18 Exhibitor Showcase

Deco '18 Exhibitor Showcase
(PDF file - 2 mb file size)

Deco '18 Speaker Profiles

Deco '18 Speaker Profiles
(PDF file - 0.1 mb file size)

Decorating Production and Processes - Deco '18 Presentations

Successful Firing Techniques for Decorating Lehrs
John Hann, E.W. Bowman, a division of Henry F. Teichmann, Inc.
(PPT file - 4.4 mb file size) posted Apr. 13, 2018

Using Dilatometry for Measurement of the Coefficient of Thermal Expansion of Glass
Beau Billet, Edward Orton Jr. Ceramic Foundation
(PPTX file - 4.1 mb file size) posted Apr. 13, 2018

The Do's and Don'ts of Lightweighting
Dr. Wenke Hu, American Glass Research (AGR)
(PPTX file - 70 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2018

Helix® Digital Printing on Drinkware and Containers
Adam Cohen, Inkcups
(PPTX file - 34 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2018

UV Technology Options for UV Curing
Kevin Joesel, Heraeus Noblelight
(PPTX file - 11.7 mb file size) posted Apr. 13, 2018

Capabilities of Thermal Cure Organic Inks
Brian McBean, PPG
(PPTX file - 13.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 13, 2018

UV Curing Using LED Technology
Mike Higgins, Phoseon Technology
(PPTX file - 4.9 mb file size) posted Apr. 13, 2018

Annual Legislative Update - Deco '18 Presentations

SGCDpro Regulatory Update
Carol Brophy, Steptoe
(PPTX file - 1.0 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2018

Regulatory Update
Walt Sanders, Van Fleet Associates
(PPTX file - 1.0 mb file size) posted Apr. 15, 2018

Marketing Decorative Products - Deco '18 Presentations

The Power of Glass
Marc Paulenich, COO, SVP of Strategy, Hart Inc.
(PDF file - 109 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2018

Glassware Trends in Craft Beer
Justin Hemminger, Ohio Craft Brewers Association
(PDF file - 2.3 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2018

From Crocks to Jazz Bowls: 150 Years of Ohio Pottery and Glass
Andrew Richmond, The Ohio Company Antiques & Art
(PPSX file - 52 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2018

Deco '17 - April 22-24, 2017; Sheraton Station Square; Pittsburgh, PA

Deco 2017 Attendees List

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Deco '17 Exhibitor Showcase

Deco '17 Exhibitor Showcase
(PDF file - 2 mb file size) updated Apr. 10, 2017

Deco '17 Speaker Profiles

Deco '17 Speaker Profiles
(PDF file - 0.1 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2017

Decorating Production and Processes - Deco '17 Presentations

Glass Bottle Performance, Strength and Decorating Considerations
Bill Slusser, American Glass Research (AGR)
(PPTX file - 9.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 25, 2017

Establishing a Sound Testing Protocol
Dr. Pratik Ichhaporia, Intertekl
(PPTX file - 3.5 mb file size) posted Apr. 25, 2017

Organic Ink Cure Profiling
Cindy Pankiewicz, Ferro Corporation
(PPTX file - 4.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 25, 2017

Lean and Clean, Your Future in Screen Making
Michael Ose, Sign-Tronic AG
(PPTX file - 6.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 25, 2017

Organic Glass Decoration
Nersesian and McReynolds, Sun Chemical
(PPTX file - 5.9 mb file size) posted Apr. 25, 2017

Precious Coatings, Digital Gold Inks
Klaus Abt, Heraeus
(PPTX file - 5.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 25, 2017

Market Innovation - Deco '17 Presentations

Market Trends in Dinnerware
Katie Bricker, Homer Laughlin China
(PPTX file - 27.7 mb file size) posted Apr. 25, 2017

Regulatory Update - Deco '17 Presentations

Proposition 65 Update
Carol Brophy, Sedgwick Law
(PPTX file - 1 mb file size) posted Apr. 25, 2017

CONEG Packaging and Revised TSCA Implementation
Alan Olson, Westlake Technology
(PPTX file - 17.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 25, 2017

Deco '16 - April 16-18, 2016; Sheraton Inner Harbor; Baltimore, MD

Deco 2016 Attendees List

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Deco '16 Exhibitor Showcase

Deco '16 Exhibitor Showcase
(PDF file - 1.6 mb file size) updated Mar. 21, 2016

Improving the Decorating Process - Deco '16 Presentations

Energy Management for Decorating Lehrs
John Hann, E.W. Bowman, Incorporated
(PDF file - 1.1 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

Advances in Spraying Equipment and Technology
Payton Cozart, Finishing Brands - A Carlisle Company
(PDF file - 4.7 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

Sourcing Products Overseas
Edward Weiner, Maryland China Company
(PDF file - 3.4 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

Principles of Color Technolog
James Aldridge, Ferro Corp.
(PDF file - 1.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

Color Narratives
Mark Woodman, design&color llc
(PDF file - 13.8 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

Screen Emulsions Advantages & Disadvantages
Pat Sabo, Schilling Graphics
(PDF file - 0.3 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

Ask the Experts - Deco '16 Presentations

Navigating Challenges in Product Decoration,
Ask the Experts Panel
Walt Sanders, Van Fleet Associates, Inc.
(PDF file - 3.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

2016 ICPHSO Conference
Walt Sanders, Van Fleet Associates, Inc.
(PDF file - 2.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Sabrina Keller, Office of Import Surveillance
(PDF file - 7.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

FDA, Decorated Ceramic and Glass - Food-Contact Articles: FDA Regulations & Guidelines
Michael E. Kashtock,Ph.D., FDA
(PDF file - 0.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

OSHA Adds Value to Business, Work and Life
Brett Beall, OSHA
(PDF file - 1.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

California Proposition 65
>Brophy, Sedgewick LLP & Olson, Westlake Science & Technology
(PDF file - 1.9 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

U.S. Toxic Substance Control
Alan Olson, Westlake Science & Technology
(PDF file - 0.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

Product Innovation - Deco '16 Presentations

Advancements in Waterborne Coatings & Expanded Design Opportunities
Steve Presutto, Peter-Lacke USA
(PDF file - 1.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

Decorating on 3 Dimensional Objects Using
Inkject Technology
Paul Bolduc, KBA-Kammann USA
(PDF file - 2.3 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

Special Effects for Organic Decorative Glass Coatings that You can Achieve
David Walden, Seagrave Coating
(PDF file - 0.3 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

Product Compliance - How Proper Testing Keeps Profits Intact
Karolyn Helda, ANSECO
(PDF file - 1.9 mb file size) posted Apr. 18, 2016

Deco '15 - March 21-23, 2015; Hilton Easton; Columbus, OH

Deco 2015 Attendees List

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Deco '15 Exhibitor Showcase

Deco '15 Exhibitor Showcase
(PDF file - 1.8 mb file size) posted Mar. 10, 2015

Basics of Decorating - Deco '15 Presentations

Firing and Finishing of Decorated Ware
Brian Deszell, Custom Deco LLC
(PPTX file - 5 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

Glass Container Manufacture and Decoration
Tony G. Howell, Ferro
(PPTX file - 4 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

What Compliance Testing Means to You
Lisa Maxwell, ANSECO Group
(PPT file - 2 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

Effective Use of UV Lamps for UV Curing
R. W. Stowe, Heraeus Noblelight America LLC
(PPTX file - 11 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

Mug Manufacturing and Why Your Color Doesn't Work
Michael Tkach, The Homer Laughlin China Co.
(PPT file - 4 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

Ask the Experts - Deco '15 Presentations

What California Has in Store - Proposition 65
and Beyond
Carol Rene Brophy, Sedgwick LLP
(PPTX file - 0.5 mb file size) posted Apr. 2, 2015

The Globally Harmonized System (GHS)
for Hazard Communication
Alan Olson, Ferro Corporation
(PPTX file - 2 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

Current and Future Issues with Obamacare
Walt A. Sanders, Van Fleet Associates, Inc.
(PPTX file - 2 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

EH&S Compliance Update
Bob St. John, Libbey Glass Inc.
(PPTX file - 7 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

Discovering New Technology - Deco '15 Presentations

Inline Foiling: Metalizing Re-invented
Harald Gavin, ISIMAT
(PDF file - 1.7 mb file size) posted Apr. 02, 2015

Affordable Care Act 101
Barry D. Peel, U.S. Small Business Administration
(PPTX file - 0.3 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

Pyrosil and Silicate Flame Pretreatment
James Casey, RLS Enterprises Inc.
(PPTX file - 19 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

Glass Container Manufacturing
William Kilpatrick, Owens-Illinois Inc.
(PPTX file - 8 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

Advancements in Glass Coatings
Bob Korlewitz, Delta Laboratories, Inc
(PPTX file - 5 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

Organic Coatings, inks, and Decals
Cindy Pankiewicz, Ferro Corporation
(PPTX file - 3 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

New Developments in EcoBrite® Organic Inks
PPG Industries
(PPTX file - 8 mb file size) posted Mar. 23, 2015

Deco 2014 - April 5-7, 2014; Pittsburgh, PA

Deco 2014 Attendees List

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Deco '14 Exhibitor Showcase

Deco '14 Exhibitor Showcase
(PDF file - 2.3 mb file size) posted Mar. 29, 2014

Remember When - Celebrating 50 Years

Remember When
SGCDpro
(PPTX file - 18 mb file size) posted Apr. 8, 2014

Business Strategies

Adopting LEAN Management Processes
SGCDpro; Chad Yaw, Compass Group
(PPTX file - 0.1 mb file size) posted Apr. 19, 2014

Basics of Decorating - Deco '14

Glass Decorating Mediums
Terry Brown and Jeff Grover, Ferro Corporation
(PPTX file - 2.1 mb file size) posted Apr. 8, 2014

Understanding Frit
Wesley King, Fusion Ceramics Inc.
(PPTX file - 16.3 mb file size) posted Apr. 8, 2014

What is a Ceramic Glass Enamel
Michael Morrissey, Glass Coatings & Concepts
(PPTX file - 1.3 mb file size) posted Apr. 8, 2014

Using Precious Metals
Klaus Abt, Heraeus Precious Metals GmbH & Co
(PPTX file - 8.5 mb file size) posted Apr. 8, 2014

Decorating onto Glass with Solvent Based Inks
George Koch, RUCO
(PPT file - 22.7 mb file size) posted Apr. 8, 2014

Screen Making
Pat Sabo, Schilling Graphics
(PPTX file - 6.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 8, 2014

Ask the Experts - Deco '14

Regulatory Update
Walt A. Sanders, Esq., Van Fleet Associates, Inc.
(PPTX file - 0.1 mb file size) posted Apr. 11, 2014

Affordable Care Act Conference Handout
SGCDpro
(DOCX file - 0.1 mb file size) posted Apr. 12, 2014

Update: Toxics in Packaging
SGCDpro
(PPT file - 2.7 mb file size) posted Apr. 8, 2014

California Proposition 65
SGCDpro
(PPTX file - 0.1 mb file size) posted Apr. 11, 2014

Prop 65 Warning Reg: Summary of Pre-Regulatory Proposal
SGCDpro
(DOCX file - 0.1 mb file size) posted Apr. 12, 2014

Technical - Deco '14

Costing Strategies for Maximizing Profits
Jan Weyrich, Global Products, Inc.
(PPT file 1.4 mb file size) posted Apr. 8, 2014

Emergency Action Plan
Ted Zych, Lenox Manufacturing
(PPT file - 1.8 mb file size) posted Apr. 8, 2014

Precious Metal Innovations
Klaus Abt, Heraeus Precious Metals GmbH & Co
(PPTX file - 4.9 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2014

Glass Decorating - UV Curable vs. Ceramic
Bob Keller, Marabu North America
(PPT file 3.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2014

Decoration of Glass and Ceramic Products
using Organic Decals
Todd Barson, Ferro Corporation
(PPTX file 0 2.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 10, 2014

Decorating on 3 Dimensional Objects
Paul Bolduc, KBA-Kammann
(PPT file - 38.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 8, 2014

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Deco 2013 - April 13-15, 2013; Louisville, KY

Deco 2013 Attendees List

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Deco 2013 Exhibitor Showcase

Deco '13 Exhibitor Showcase
(PDF file - 1.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 2, 2013

Ask the Experts - Deco 2013

Affordable Care Act - Q and A
SGCDpro
(PDF file - 0.01 mb file size) posted Apr. 15, 2013

2028

Conducting Recalls
Walt A. Sanders, Esq., Van Fleet Associates, Inc.
(PowerPoint file - 0.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 15, 2013

The Security Exchange Commission’s Conflict Minerals Rule
Walt A. Sanders, Van Fleet Associates, Inc.
(PowerPoint file - 0.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 15, 2013

Chemical Management Laws Hazard and GHS
Alan Olson, Ferro Corporation
(PDF file - 0.9 mb file size) posted Apr. 15, 2013

CA Prop-65 and FDA: Update
Richard M. Jacobs, PhD, Chemist
(PowerPoint file - 0.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 15, 2013

Technical - Deco 2013

Application and Conveying Innovations for Container Glass Decorating
GAPPTEC (Global Application Technologies)
(PDF file - 2.0 mb file size) posted Apr. 15, 2013

Effective Use of UV Lamps for UV Curing
R. W. Stowe, Heraeus Noblelight Fusion UV Inc.
(PowerPoint file - 5.5 mb file size) posted Apr. 15, 2013

Using Sustainability Initiatives to Improve Your Profit Margin
Global Products , Inc.
(PowerPoint file - 3.7 mb file size) posted Apr. 15, 2013

Improving Your Pre-press Operations
Michael McCall, Print Control Services, LLC
(PowerPoint file - 4.4 mb file size) posted Apr. 15, 2013

New UV Ink Options for Glass and PET bottles
Denise Breard, Hartness International
(PowerPoint file - 5.5 mb file size) posted Apr. 17, 2013

Screen Printing on Glass: Understanding the UV Process… Pretreatment to UV-LED Curing
Tim Berenda, OMSO North America; Jeff Morris, RUCO USA; Ed Kiyoi, Phoseon Technology
(PowerPoint file - 16.7 mb file size) posted Apr. 17, 2013

Advances in UV Decorating
Steve Presutto, SunChemical
(PowerPoint file - 1.3 mb file size) posted Apr. 17, 2013

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Deco 2012

Non-Legislative Deco 2012 Presentations

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Deco 2011

Legislative Presentations - Deco 2011

Carol Brophy - Understanding How Proposition 65
Affects Your Business
(Power Point file - 0.5 mb file size) posted Apr. 4, 2011

Walt Sanders - Meeting Today’s Challenges
in the Glass and Ceramic Industries
(Power Point file - 0.1 mb file size) posted Apr. 4, 2011

Richard Jacobs - FDA: Program Status 2011
(Power Point file - 0.2 mb file size) posted Apr. 4, 2011

Ferro - Impacts of Potential TSCA Changes on Frits
(Power Point file - 0.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 4, 2011

Ferro - Primer on TSCA
(Power Point file - 0.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 4, 2011

Ferro - Potential TSCA Changes on Frits
(Power Point file - 0.6 mb file size) posted Apr. 4, 2011

Non-Legislative Deco 2011 Presentations

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Deco 2010

Testing Panel - Deco 2010, Sunday, April 18

NIOSH Wipe Test and XRF Screening (Power Point file)
presented by Specialized Technology Resources

 

CPSIA Update (Power Point file)
presented by Sean Flaherty, The CTC Group

 

Legislative Update - Deco 2010, Sunday, April 18

TSCA and REACH Information (Power Point file)
presented by Ferro Corporation

 

Prop 65 Update (Power Point file)
presented by Richard Jacobs, retired, US Food & Drug Administration

 

Legislative Update, TPCH and Prop 65 (Power Point file)
presented by William Anderson

Non-Legislative Deco 2010 Presentations

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Deco 2009

Non-Legislative Deco 2009 Presentations

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