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The Rochester Engineering Society has some important information for you.

They are calling for nominations for the 2007 Leo H. East Engineer of the Year. The nominations are due no later than Tuesday, January 15, 2008. Details can be found on their website.


They are also calling for nominations for the inaugural 2007 Kate Gleason Young Engineer of the Year. The nominations are due no later than Tuesday, January 15, 2008. Details can be found on their website.





TOUR

On Monday, February 11, 2008, we will be touring SPX Process Equipment with ASM. Process Equipment is a division of SPX and were know as Lightnin. They are the worlds largest and leading designers and manufacturer of industrial mixers and aerators.

The initial company started in New York City in 1923 under the name Mixing Equipment Company ( Mixco ). They have been at the Rochester location since 1943. There are 340 employees and work production on three shifts.





With over 80 years of unrivaled experience in mixing technology, process knowledge, and technological innovation, LIGHTNIN enjoys a global reputation for durable, long-lasting mixers, agitators, aerators, and flocculators for fluid processing systems. We offer a full spectrum of impeller designs for diverse applications. In addition, we offer a worldwide service network, mixer repair, gearbox repair, and replacement parts program. Look to LIGHTNIN for knowledge, technology and service excellence.

The facility is 275,000 square feet with 200,000 square feet dedicated to manufacturing. Markets served include Biotech, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, chemical, paper, water and waste water, petrochemical, mining, ethanol, flu gas, etc . They are ISO-9001 2000 certified.

No Charge - Reservations Required - Space is Limited
Pizza/Beverages at 5:30 pm
Tour Starts at 6:00 pm
Adjourn at 7:00 pm

SPX Process Equipment
135 Mt. Read Blvd
Rochester NY 14611

Park in the main lot in front of the building at the North end.
Enter through the Main Entrance on Mt Read Blvd.
For reservations, call Chuck at 585-766-0329, fax 585-334-1919
or email to ceckert1@rochester.rr.com




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