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| WI Plastics Panel Mulls Policy Options | |
The WI state legislature's special committee on single-use plastics met on Oct 19 to look at policy options affecting the production, use, and disposal of plastic packaging.
Committee staff was directed to prepare materials for further consideration regarding recycled content, labeling and package design requirements. Chairman Black (D-Madison) suggested that, except for selected materials, such as agricultural plastics, the committee not pursue the concept of EPR.
MWFPA continues to monitor any signs of proposed legislation resulting from the work of the committee. The committee will meet again on Nov. 16 and hopes to complete its work at a meeting scheduled for Dec. 16.
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| Nanotech Committee Looks To WI Clearinghouse | |
At its Oct. 26 meeting, the WI Special Committee on Nanotechnology discussed in earnest how to develop a clearinghouse that would facilitate the development and commercialization of nanotechnology.
Such an entity might serve as a source of nanotechnology
information, providing resources on educational and research initiatives, compliance with applicable regulations, understanding of potential environmental, health and safety issues and relevant standards and practices to protect human health and the
environment.
The committee also discussed the need to learn what nanomaterials are in use in WI, but did not arrive at a consensus on how to do it. MWFPA continues to monitor the activities of this committee as the application of nanotechnology is important to the food manufacturing industry.
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| Welcome New Members! | |
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| MWFPA Convention is Fast Approaching! | | |
The MWFPA Annual Convention is fast approaching! We have a great lineup of high level industry keynote speakers, educational seminars, break-out sessions and networking events.
Convention sponsorships are still available, but going fast! Convention sponsors receive prominent on-site event  signage and exposure on event invitations, programs, the MWFPA website and promotional materials. Increase the visibility of your company by becoming a conference sponsor!
This year convention-goers will enjoy more time for mingling while listening to R2, a live band performing on Wednesday evening at the Hotel Sierra from 9 p.m.-1 a.m.
MWFPA is committed to making our convention both informative and affordable. The cost of registration and mateirals are the same as last year and the price of attending the breakfasts and keynote speakers has been reduced. Over 119 vendor booths have been sold (a few are still available) so the exhibit hall will be filled with exhibitors displaying the latest technologies and services.
The convention agenda is below. Additonal speakers are being added. See the Schedule of Events at our website for updates.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
- Exhibitor Check In
- MWFPA Board Meeting
- Registration Open
- Processing Crops Conference Begins
- All Industry Reception --Lambeau Field Atrium
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
- Convention and Trade Show Begins
- Registration Continues
- Keynote Speaker -- Elizabeth Pavonka, president of the Produce For Better Health Foundation
- Breakout Session: Can Total Dissolved Solids be Cost Effectively Treated?
- Breakout Session: Social Media and Customer Service
- Spouse/Guest Tour: Cooking Class, Chocolate & Chardonnay
- Motivational Speaker -- Santana Dotson, retired defensive tackle, Green Bay Packers
- Breakout Session: Federal Legislation & The Food Industry
- Breakout Session: Emergency Preparedness & Water Security
- Breakout Session: Minnesota Industrial Storm Water Permits
- Breakout Session: Biomass Boilers in the Food Industry
- Breakout Session: Using Performance Competencies to Drive Organization Results
- Processing Crops Conference Continues
- Chairman's Reception -- Hotel Sierra
- Dance to R2, Classic Rock tribute band -- Hotel Sierra
Thursday, December 2, 2010
- Convention and Trade Show Continues
- Safety Breakfast -- Economist & Futurist Dr. Jay Lehr
- Spouse/Guest Tour of Lambeau Field & Lunch
- Breakout Session: Thermal Processing Panel
- Breakout Session: Safety Roundtable: What Are Your Best Safety Practices?
- Breakout Session: Bang for the Buck-Eliminate Entitlement and Drive Performance
- Lunch Speaker -- Tim Walkoe, Chicago Comedian
- Breakout Session: Food Allergen and Mycotoxins
- Breakout Session: Turning Waste Stream Into Revenue Stream
- Breakout Session: OSHA's New Aggressive Compliance Directives
- EXPO Cash Drawings & Big Screen TV Raffle Drawing
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Employment Opportunity | |
A global company in business for over 150 years is looking for a North American Account Manager. This is a long term opportunity for someone with established relationships in the vegetable processing sector. This individual will sell specific CAPITAL EQUIPMENT for a well accepted technology with the purpose of ensuring accurate food quality and safety in vegetable and fruit processing plants (frozen & canned).
ü Looking for a proven winner with demonstrated track record of success in sales
ü Must possess technical sales experience of Capital Equipment
ü Ideally this person would live in the Upper Midwest US (WI, MN, MI) but very open to considering the best candidate regardless of location
Send all inquiries to TJ Hummer, MRI Network, 319-545-7110; thummer@mriowacity.com All inquiries are strictly confidential.
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Stoneman's Mill Auction | |
The Stoneman's Mill commercial bakery (pictured here) will be auctioned on November 10. It was built in 2005 and is designed  for food processing and baking. It closed in December, 2008.
The size of the manufacturing facility at 1540 Vision Drive is over 40,000 square feet . There is also about 2,000 square feet of Class A office space. The equipment will be auctioned too. For additional information go to:
http://www.grafeauction.com/
http://www.plattevilleindustry.com/
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| MWFPA Calendar of Events | |
November 30-Dec.2, 2010: MWFPA 106th Annual Convention and 83rd Annual Processing Crops Conference, Green Bay, Wisconsin, KI Convention Center. Don't miss this invaluable opportunity to gain exclusive insights from some of the industry's most innovative and knowledgeable representatives and to make meaningful contacts with clients, prospects and referral sources. Register now at our website.
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| MWFPA Educational Opportunities | |
November 3-5, 2010: Principles and Practices of Mechanical Integrity for Industrial Refrigeration Systems, Pyle Center, 702 Langdon St., Madison, WI. This UW College of Engineering, Dept. of Engineering Professional Development practical course will assist you in developing your plant's mechanical integrity program and will focus on requirements for vessels and piping and other critical safety systems. To receive more information and register, go to http://epd.engr.wisc.edu/webK881.
November 30-December 9, 2010: Soil, Water, & Nutrient Management Meetings. The University of Wiscosnin Dept. of Soil Science in conjunction with the UW-Cooperative Extension will conduct 8 meetings at various locations throughout WI, from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. The meetings will provide research updates in the field of soil fertility, nutrient management, soil and water conservation, and water quality. The cost is $35 at all locations. For more information contact Matt Ruark, or call 608-263-2889.
December 1-3, 2010: Intermediate Ammonia Refrigeration Systems, Pyle Center, 702 Langdon Street, Madison, WI. Expand your knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems in this practical course for refrigeration system operators and mechanics, plant, facilities, application and design engineers and ammonia refrigeration contractors. For more information, click here.
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