Frederick Passman,
President
BCA, Inc.
What is your role at your organization?
BCA - Biodeterioration Control Associates, Inc. - is a consultancy. Although my job title is "President" my primary function is consulting.
What products or services does your organization provide?
I provide technical consulting on microbial contamination control in a broad range of fluid process systems including oilfields, pipelines, heat exchange systems, specialty chemical and personal care product Production, lubrication systems, metalworking fluids, and others. I train and educate clients to recognize and control microbial contamination to minimize biodeterioration risk. I also perform biodeterioration risk assessments. Learn more at https://biodeterioration-control.com
How long have you been a member of STLE?
I joined ASLE in 1984, wrote my first paper for publication in Lubrication Engineering in 1986, and have been involved with STLE education since 1998. I've served as a course chair, education committee vice chair and chair. I was the founding chair of the MWF Education and Training Committee and have chaired the 2.5-day Metalworking Fluid Certificate Training Course since its inception in 2003. I'm a CMFS and STLE Fellow. I've received two Wilber Deutsch Memorial Awards the P.M. Ku Meritorious Award, and the Raymond L. Thibault Excellence in Education Award. I've presented papers at nearly every annual meeting since 1984.
How has STLE helped you throughout your career?
During my early years, STLE provided me with unparalleled networking opportunities with fellow microbiologists. Since 1992, STLE networking has been a primary tool for developing and maintaining relationships with clients. Additionally, it has provided me with a forum for sharing what I know about metalworking fluid and lubricant microbiology.
What is the greatest benefit you get from your STLE Membership?
The greatest benefit for me is the networking opportunity that attending STLE meetings provides.
What would you say to others looking to get involved with STLE?
STLE is a unique professional organization that brings people from a wide range of disciplines together. It helps all stakeholders - engineers, marketing and sales professionals, scientists specializing in various areas, academically and commercially oriented individuals together to learn and exchange ideas. The range of disciplines and perspectives is unparalleled.
Connect with Frederick at passcapt@live.com.