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January 17, 2023
SuperSkin Announces Management Structure
PRESS RELEASE: January 9, 2023 (Lawrenceville, Georgia)
SuperSkinSystems (a Division of American Polymers Corp.)
The owners of American Polymers Corp. would like to announce appointments of Dr. Mahesh
Kotnis as the new President of SuperSkinSystems (a division of American Polymers) and of Stuart
Smith as Vice President of SuperSkinSystems.
SuperSkinSystems is a strategic bolt-on acquisition for the American Polymers Corp adding new
technology platforms and increasing its geographic footprint in the United States. Leveraging our
manufacturing capabilities, R&D resources, and our expansive network of valued partners, we are
in a strong position to scale SuperSkinSystems well proven innovative products used in high
performance coatings, elastomers, and specialty foams.
Dr. Mahesh Kotnis
Prior to joining American Polymers as Executive Vice President, Dr. Kotnis
worked in various senior leadership roles in multinational companies
such as Huntsman, Ciba Specialty Chemicals, and ICI Americas over the
last 30 years. He has a proven track record of building profitable
businesses and high performing teams which have delivered consistent
above-market growth in diverse economic conditions. Dr. Kotnis holds a
Ph.D. from the University of Massachusetts at Amherst in Polymer
Science & Engineering.
“SuperSkinSystems business has grown multifold just in the first year of integration with American
Polymers. These results show the benefits of synergy from American Polymers and that
opportunities for growth are abundant. We are moving to a new site four times bigger than the old
site providing a strategic location in the South East United States for American Polymers and all
affiliate companies.” – Dr. Mahesh Kotnis
Stuart Smith
Stuart has been a scientist, innovator, and entrepreneur over the last 40
years in the polyurethanes industry. He cofounded SuperSkinSystems in 2010.
Stuart holds a B.S. in Plastics Technology from the University of
Massachusetts at Lowell and has been awarded more than 50 U.S. patents
in polyurethane, epoxy, polyurea materials.
January 13, 2023
General Coatings Names Lorenz President
PRESS RELEASE: January 10, 2023 (Fresno, California)
General Coatings Manufacturing Corporation
Laxmi “Lax” Gupta built one of the largest family-owned systems houses in the United States under
his leadership over his 50-year career in the polyurethanes industry. He ran a family and customer
centric business enterprise and focused on innovation through Research and Development leading
to high performance products produced under the strictest quality control procedures. He left an
enduring legacy which will be continued by his wife Urmila Gupta and his three children, Dr. Shalesh
Gupta, Dr. Anjula Gupta and Dr. Sandeep Gupta, who are actively involved in managing all of his
businesses. Many other family members and now the third generation, Lax’s grandchildren, have
started to enter the businesses as well.
The owners of General Coatings Manufacturing Corporation (GCMC) would like to announce
appointment of Will Lorenz as the new President of General Coatings Manufacturing Corporation.
Will Lorenz has been Vice President of – National Sales in Spray Foam Roofing & Tank Systems for
GCMC. He received a BA in Chemistry from the College of Wooster, Ohio and an MBA from the
University California Irvine in 1996.
Prior to joining GCMC, Lorenz worked at Amoco Chemicals, Mobay
Corporation, ICI Polyurethanes, Henry Company, and Arnco. He is part of
multiple industry organizations. He is President of RCMA, a board member
of SPFA, on the Spray Foam Contractors (SFC) Leadership Committee, on
the Spray Foam Manufacturer Government Affairs Committee, and a
member of NRCA, National Roof Contractors Association.
“I see my role is to bring the GCMC team together and unleash our
capabilities. We pursue our goals through embracing Lax’s keen
entrepreneurial spirit, bringing new energy saving roofing solutions, and
unparalleled personal commitment to our dedicated contractors.” –
Lorenz
January 12, 2023
Polycoat Management Changes
PRESS RELEASE: January 9, 2023 (Santa Fe Springs, California)
American Polymers Corp.
Polycoat Products (a Division of American Polymers)
Chemco Systems, Inc (a wholly owned company of American Polymers)
SuperSkinSystems (a Division of American Polymers)
Laxmi “Lax” Gupta built one of the largest family-owned systems houses in the United States under
his leadership over his 50-year career in the polyurethanes industry. He ran a family and customer
centric business enterprise and focused on innovation through Research and Development leading
to high performance products produced under the strictest quality control procedures. He left an
enduring legacy which will be continued by his wife Urmila Gupta and his three children, Dr. Shalesh
Gupta, Dr. Anjula Gupta and Dr. Sandeep Gupta, who are actively involved in managing all his
businesses. Many other family members and now the third generation, Lax’s grandchildren, have
started to enter the businesses as well.
The owners of American Polymers Corp. would like to announce appointments of Ashish
Dhuldhoya as the new President of Polycoat Products and of Dev Kumar and Dr. Mahesh Kotnis, as
Executive Vice Presidents of American Polymers Corp.
Executive Leadership Team consisting of the owners, Ashish Dhuldhoya, Dev Kumar, and Dr. Mahesh
Kotnis will oversee the management of all group companies, including American Polymers, under
the current ownership.
Ashish Dhuldhoya has proven to be an innovative and effective leader for the
past 35 years. Coming from India with a B.S. in Chemical Engineering from LD
College of Engineering, Ashish started as a plant operator at Polycoat in 1987.
In 1999, when Polycoat faced a pivotal moment, Ashish stepped in and
engineered a plan that put the company back on a growth path and has
continued to grow the company ever since. His strategic thinking and strong
leadership have made him an invaluable asset to American Polymers.
Dev Kumar holds a master’s degree in Industrial and Production Engineering
from Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee. Prior to joining Polycoat
Products in 1998, Dev held various leadership roles in Engineers India Ltd
(formerly Bechtel India) for 28 years and was responsible for many large
complex projects involving grass root refineries, gas processing, fertilizer, and
naphtha cracker plants. At Polycoat, Dev was responsible for modernization
and expansion of Santa Fe Springs facility and then for strategic planning and
M&A.
Prior to joining American Polymers as Executive Vice President, Dr. Kotnis
worked in various senior leadership roles in multinational companies such as
Huntsman, Ciba Specialty Chemicals, and ICI Americas over the last 30 years. He
has a proven track record of building profitable businesses and high-performing
teams which have delivered consistent above-market growth in diverse
economic conditions. Dr. Kotnis holds a Ph.D. from the University of
Massachusetts at Amherst in Polymer Science & Engineering.
The ownership of American Polymers is committed to making investments in human and plant
assets to keep the aggressive growth trajectory of American Polymers through organic and inorganic
growth. We recently completed acquisitions and successful integrations of two new companies
namely, SuperSkinSystems and ChemCo Systems. We are proud to share that our team has
completed projects to set up new plants for manufacturing of aromatic and aliphatic polyesters in
Arlington, Texas. In addition, plans and implementation of a low-free TDI plant are underway, with
planned completion sometime in 2024.
December 15, 2022
Rocco L. Mascioli Obituary
Rocco L. Mascioli
December 8, 2022
Rocco L. Mascioli, 94, of Aston, PA died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on December 8, 2022. He is survived by Mary, his loving wife of 68 years. He will be deeply missed by his children Thomas (Gigi), Janice (Vincent), Madeleine (Michael), Christopher (Susan), Gregory (Linda), Carolyn (Neale) and Daniel; 19 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Devoted to his family and his faith, he was humble, patient, giving and generous.
Born in Mount Carmel, PA, Rocco was the eldest child of Lawrence and Angelina Mascioli. He was the Valedictorian of the Frackville, PA High School class of 1946 and served in the Army for two years before graduating from Bucknell University in 1952. He received his PhD in Chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania in 1957.
Rocco was employed first with Houdry Process Corporation, then with Air Products and Chemicals Incorporated before retiring from Arco Chemicals. As Director of Applied Research, he received numerous patents and was responsible for the development of aircraft deicers.
He volunteered for several civic associations, was a leader in local politics and was very involved in Saint Joseph’s Church serving most recently as a lector and Eucharistic Minister.
Mass of Christian burial will be Tuesday, December 13, 2022 10:00 AM at the Church of St. Joseph, 3235 Concord Road, Aston where friends and relatives may gather 8:45 AM till 9:45 AM. Interment is at Saints Peter and Paul Cemetary. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the Church of St. Joseph of Aston.
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December 15, 2022
Rocco L. Mascioli Obituary
Rocco L. Mascioli
December 8, 2022
Rocco L. Mascioli, 94, of Aston, PA died peacefully at home surrounded by his loving family on December 8, 2022. He is survived by Mary, his loving wife of 68 years. He will be deeply missed by his children Thomas (Gigi), Janice (Vincent), Madeleine (Michael), Christopher (Susan), Gregory (Linda), Carolyn (Neale) and Daniel; 19 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Devoted to his family and his faith, he was humble, patient, giving and generous.
Born in Mount Carmel, PA, Rocco was the eldest child of Lawrence and Angelina Mascioli. He was the Valedictorian of the Frackville, PA High School class of 1946 and served in the Army for two years before graduating from Bucknell University in 1952. He received his PhD in Chemistry from the University of Pennsylvania in 1957.
Rocco was employed first with Houdry Process Corporation, then with Air Products and Chemicals Incorporated before retiring from Arco Chemicals. As Director of Applied Research, he received numerous patents and was responsible for the development of aircraft deicers.
He volunteered for several civic associations, was a leader in local politics and was very involved in Saint Joseph’s Church serving most recently as a lector and Eucharistic Minister.
Mass of Christian burial will be Tuesday, December 13, 2022 10:00 AM at the Church of St. Joseph, 3235 Concord Road, Aston where friends and relatives may gather 8:45 AM till 9:45 AM. Interment is at Saints Peter and Paul Cemetary. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be sent to the Church of St. Joseph of Aston.
To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Rocco L. Mascioli, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.
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