June 2023

In this AMPPlify Update:

• AMPP News:  Empowering the Future: A Celebratory Salute to Female Pioneers and Innovators on International Women in Engineering Day on June 23, 2023!  
• AMPP Insights:  Pending 
• AMPP Tech: This Month's Technical Content
• AMPP Depth:  Pending
• AMPP Career Center: This Month's Job Opportunities 
• AMPP Store:  Advances in Measurements of Corrosion Manifestations
• AMPP Standards: Newly Published, Revised, and Reaffirmed Standards

AMPP NEWS

Empowering the Future: A Celebratory Salute to Female Pioneers and Innovators on International Women in Engineering Day! (might shorten title later.)
To recognize women who work in the engineering sector and encourage more women to take up engineering, AMPP will acknowledge International Women In Engineering Day (INWED) on June 23. First established in 2014 by the Women's Engineering Society, this day gained international recognition and participation, with numerous organizations, educational institutions, and engineering communities worldwide organizing events and activities to mark the occasion.

AMPP will recognize this important day to further its mission of “advancing materials performance to protect society, assets, and the environment.” With help from our international member community of remarkable women, AMPP will spotlight their incredible stories of achievement in a new social media campaign. By sharing their experiences and insights, AMPP aims to inspire the future generation of women in engineering and promote diversity and inclusivity within the field. 

Join Us!

Join AMPP on June 23 in celebrating each woman's unique engineering journey. Here's how you can get involved: 

• Engage on Social Media: Follow AMPP to engage and show support. Like, comment, and share these posts to amplify their impact and inspire others.
• Use the hashtag #WomenOfAMPP: Join the conversation using the hashtag #WomenOfAMPP. Share your experiences, words of encouragement, or stories of influential women in engineering. 
• Spread the word: Share the campaign with friends, colleagues, and networks. Encourage them to participate and help raise awareness about the significant contributions women have made in engineering. 

Be part of a movement that fosters innovation, inclusion, and empowerment. Stay tuned to be inspired on June 23! 

AMPP INSIGHTS

Fueling the Future: Elevate Industry Standards with AMPP’s SC 26 Initiative

We're excited to introduce the newly formed AMPP Standards Committee, SC 26, dedicated to Carbon Capture, Alternative Fuels, and Energy Storage. SC 26 is set to be a catalyst in developing essential standards for materials protection in cutting-edge energy sectors. By joining, you’ll have the invaluable opportunity to exchange knowledge with industry leaders, take a central role in shaping the future of energy, and advance your career. We urge forward-thinkers to seize this opportunity and join SC 26 in pioneering sustainable energy solutions. For queries, contact Brad.Wilder@ampp.org.Together, let's innovate for a sustainable future. Together, we are AMPP.

U.S. Veterans, Your Next Mission is with AMPP!

Embark on a new adventure with AMPP's Workforce Development Program. Take the helm with specialized training paths, soar to an AMPP Level I certification, and unlock new horizons in the materials protection and performance sector. Build alliances with industry mentors who will be your guides in this thrilling journey. We’re fueling your career pathway with covered travel and accommodations. Time for your valor to meet opportunity - gear up and let’s conquer new opportunities together. Apply today!

Member Moments

AMPP India Chapter & AMPP India West Zone Student Chapter

The AMPP India Chapter and its AMPP India West Zone Student Chapter celebrated World Corrosion Awareness Day on April 24th at the Department of Metallurgical Engineering & Materials Science, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay. The event kicked off with a Corrosion Awareness Quiz and a captivating lecture by Dr. Patri on ‘Mitigating Corrosion Issues in the Naval Systems’. 

The Student Chapter's Trustee emphasized corrosion control's importance and rallied students to get involved. The ceremony culminated in celebrating the AMPP 2023 awardees, acknowledging the crucial role of professionals in corrosion mitigation.

AMPP Austin Chapter 

The AMPP Austin Chapter had a productive May meeting and was thrilled to welcome new AMPP CEO, Alan Thomas. Anthony Grigsby gave an informative presentation on Coatings in Water, Wastewater, and Secondary Containment, which provided invaluable insights into the coatings industry. Other updates shed light on AMPP’s exciting new expansion in the US Gulf Coast Area and the upcoming officer elections, presenting more involvement and progress for chapter members.

Member Motivations | An interview with Nicole Zafris, Technical Program Committee Member:

What motivated you to join a program committee?

“I thought it was a great way to give back, and I was lucky enough to have a wonderful mentor who was able to provide a lot of knowledge transfer. I felt like getting involved was the way to make sure that transfer of knowledge and information would continue.”

What do you enjoy/find most valuable about being on a program committee?

“The global networking aspect that I would not have previously been able to access; taking from that expertise is invaluable.”

If there are members or volunteers looking to get more involved with AMPP, what would you recommend to them?

“Definitely reach out to technical committees or anyone involved with standards to see if any roles need to be filled. It’s good to familiarize yourself with the AMPP website and online discussions, follow up if there is something you want to do or learn, ask around at the conference, and make it known you want to be involved.”

AMPP TECH