Presentations
Keynotes
- Dr. Ian Gardner, HSE
- Dr. Frank Mirer, Hunter College Urban Public Health Program
- Dr. Eileen Bonner, Rohm & Haas
- Dr. Richard Engler, EPA
- Tom Grumbles, CIH, Sasol North America, Inc.
- Dr. Robert Gresham, STLE
Health & Safety Effects/Occupational Medicine (HSEOM)
- Dermal Absorption of Additives & Contaminants in Metalworking Fluids, Ronald Baynes, Ph.D., DVM
- Factors Affecting Occupational Exposure to Bacterial Contamination in Metalworking Fluids, Brian Crook, Ph.D.
- A Summary of Possible Health Effects from Inhalation of Straight Metalworking Fluids, Wally Dalbey, Ph.D.
- Comparison of Molecular Biodiversity Approaches & Culture for Microbial Characterization of Metalworking Fluids, Caroline Duchaine, Ph.D.
- MRF and Occupational Medicine in the New Millennium, Al Franzblau, M.D.
- Cancer Mortality Among U.S. Automotive Transmission Manufacturing Workers Exposed to Metalworking Fluids, David Garabrant, M.D.
- The Association between Asthma and Metal Working Fluid-Related Exposure Factors, Ted Haines
- Exposure to Metalworking Fluid Aerosols and Determinants of Exposure, Linnea Lillienberg, Ph.D.
- Determinants of Exposure to Metalworking Fluid Aerosols: A Literature Review and Analysis of Reported Measurements, Donguk Park, Ph.D.
- Filling the Data Gap — A Call for Collaborative Database Development, Frederick Passman, Ph.D.
- Metalworking Fluid Microbicides — A Global Perspective, Frederick Passman, Ph.D.
- Dermal Assessment Guide — Addressing Skin Irritation Concerns in the MRF Environment, Carol M. Poole, M.S.
- Formation of Ultrafine Particles During Metalworking With and Without MRF; and Relevance for Lung Diseases, Dr. Michael Rocker
- Influences of Endotoxin on the Respiratory Health of Machinists: What We've Learned Over the Past Decade, Eugene White, Ph.D., M.S.
Exposure Measurement & Guidelines (EMG)
- An HPLC-UV-CAD Analytical Chemistry Method for Metalworking Fluids, Kenneth Brown, Ph.D.
- Enforcement Activities Involving Metalworking Fluids (MWFs), Elaine Clapp
- Considerations When Measuring MRF Mist, Jean Dasch, Ph.D.
- TLV® for Mineral Oil in Metalworking: A Critical Analysis and A Suggestion for a New Direction, John Howell, Ph.D.
- Occupational Exposure to Formaldehyde from Metalworking Fluids Containing the Antimicrobial Agent Methylenebismorpholine, Phillip R. Miller
- A Comprehensive Review of the Literature on Exposure to Metalworking Fluids, Donguk Park, Ph.D.
- New Insights for Exposure Assessment of Microorganisms Aerosolized from Metal Removal Fluids, Tiina Reponen, Ph.D.
Managing MRF in the Plant/Best Practices (MMPBP)
- The Effects of Metal Removal Fluid Defoamers on Ultrafilter Membranes, Robert Austin
- Evaluation of Antimicrobials Against Biofilm Adherence & Growth Subject to Extended Challenges, Joseph Barbieri
- Examination of Odor Generation in Metalworking Fluid Systems, Robert Blithe
- True Product Independents Combined with a Total Process Approach Is Essential When Delivering the Lowest Cost Solution, Paul Bokrossy
- Control Alternatives for Aerosol Generated from High-Speed Grinding — A Case Study, James D'Arcy, Ph.D.
- Mist Studies: Use of Anti-Mist Additives or Formulation of Low Misting Coolants?, Rimma Dashevsky
- Tramp Oils: Field Study Correlation to Lab Data, Mark Fretz
- Metalworking Fluid Compatibility for Petroleum Products, George Egger II
- Field MRF Aerosol Measurements by Four Filter Methods, David Hands
- MRF Management: Lessons Learned in the Past Decade, John Howell, Ph.D.
- Quantification of an MWF's Tendency to Mist — New, In-Use & Additives with Data, Douglas Hunsicker
- Mycobacteria: Control Methods, technologies and Best Practices, Becky Johnson
- Formaldehyde & Its Implications on the Reregistration of HHT, Adrian Krygsman
- "Biocide-Free" MWFs: Are They Really a Safer Alternative?, Arnold Legzdins, Ph.D.
- A Systems Approach to Metal Removal Exposure Control, Henry Lick, Ph.D.
- Effect of Selected Metalworking Fluid Additives on the Growth of Mycobacteria, Leonard Rossmore
- Industrial Hygiene Test Methods for Biocides, Michael Sheehan
- Managing Metal Removal Fluids (MRFs) in a Global Multi-Plant Environment, Donald Smolenski, Ph.D.
- Occurrence of Microorganisms in Preserved & Bio-Concept Metalworking Fluids, Dr. Hans-Guenther Sonntag
- The Role of the United Kingdom Lubricants Association Stewardship Group in Harmonizing Good Fluid Handling Practices and Influencing Attitudes in the Marketplace, Paul Whitehead
- Best Practices for Microbial Control & Biocide Treatment of Metal Removal Fluids, Terry Williams, Ph.D.
Global Regulatory Issues (GRI)
- The Status of Global Regulatory Issues, Hugh Dowding
- EPA Reregistration Process for Pesticides: The Need for Better Exposure Measurements for Metalworking Fluid Biocides, Richard Kraska, Ph.D.
- EU REACH and Its Potential Impact on Metalworking Fluids, Richard Kraska, Ph.D.
- Regulation of VOC Content in Lubricants and Rust Preventatives, Michael Morris
- General Regulations in the European Union and Special Regulations in EU-Member States, Dr. Michael Rocker
- The OSHA Metalworking Fluids Standards Advisory Committee: Lessons Learned and Benchmark for Past Present and Future, Maura Sheehan, Sc.D., CIH
- An Overview of the Environmental Chemistry, Toxicology and Regulatory status of O-Phenylphenol and Its Salts, Rhoda Vance-Moeser
Sustainability & Future Trends (SFT)
- Standard Method for Detecton & Enumeration of Endotoxin in Water-Soluble Metalworking Fluids, Toni Alba
- Complex Chemistry of Metalworking Fluids, Neil Canter, Ph.D.
- Advanced Treatment Option for Metal Removal Fluid Wastewaters, Alan Cross
- What is Sustainability and What Consequences Will It Have for Businesses in the 21st Century? James D'Arcy, Ph.D.
- Lubrication and Machining of Compacted Graphite Iron, Robert Evans, Ph.D.
- A Comparison of Mist Generated from Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) Compared to Wet Machining, Jean Dasch, Ph.D.
- Nanofluids for Minimum Quantity Lubrication (MQL) Machining, Jean Dasch, Ph.D.
- Parachlorometacresol (PCMC) Removal from Used Metalworking Fluids Prior to Waste Treatment, Peter Hug, Ph.D.
- The Development & Implementation of a Quantitative Real-Time PCR Assay for Detection of Mycobacterium Immunogenum in Metal Working Fluids, Roger Pickup
- Chlorine-Free Neat Cutting Oils, Pedro Pinel
- Mist Production by Vegetable Oil-Based Metalworking Fluid Emulsions, Peter Raynor, Ph.D.
- A Comprehensive Approach to Improving Metal Removal Processes, Gary Rodak
- New Technologies Require Updated Additive Technology, Thomas Rossrucker
- Mycobacteria in Metalworking Fluids; Advanced Assays for Assessment & Biocide Control, Jagjit Yadav, Ph.D.
- Design of Experiment (DOE) in the Formulation of Work of Metal Removal Fluids, Philip Zhao, Ph.D.