As seen in Finishing & Coating, 18 October 2024
Edited by Tim Pennington, Editor-in-Chief
We spoke with Jameson Grout, a product specialist in Hubbard Hall's specialty chemical division, about the proper use of black oxide and its features.
Before joining Hubbard-Hall, Grout worked up the plating lines, from Lab Technician to Plating Manager and, eventually, Production Manager. In addition to plating, he has experience with aluminum finishing, black oxide, phosphating, nickel, copper, and gold plating, as well as electropolishing and electroless nickel.
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As seen in Finishing & Coating, August 25, 2021
To extend your membrane run time, focus on mitigating upstream negative impact factors like organic components, surfactants, and oil-based residues. If this isn't feasible, concentrate on three key cleaning processes: freshwater push rinse, cleaning solution soak, and cleaning solution circulation. Tailoring these techniques to your system’s specific needs will improve run times and reduce cleaning frequency....
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As seen in Products Finishing, April 10, 2023
Edited by Scott Francis, Editor-In-Chief, Gardner Business Media
A group of rival businesses comes together to educate the next generation of metal finishers. Connecticut manufacturing is known for providing finishes for some of the most impressive products in the world including aerospace components, submarines, automobiles, electronics, medical equipment and hardware, as well as decorative finishes for everyday items that touch our daily lives....
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As seen in Finishing & Coating, July 29, 2021
Written by Robin Deal, Product Manager, Hubbard-Hall
A question from a customer: “We are a zinc-nickel plater with a discharge of 80,000 gpd. While we are able to meet our zinc and nickel discharge numbers, we struggle with our total suspended solids (TSS). We have a small floc formation with slow settling. We have solids coming over our weir. What can we do to help solve this problem?”...
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As seen in Products Finishing in November 13, 2023
Written by Connor Callais, Applications Specialist for Hubbard-Hall
Phosphate baths have become more complex. Understanding some of the key features of these baths and how they can influence finished coating is important. To the uninitiated, the daily operation of a phosphate bath can appear daunting — perhaps even a bit convoluted. While temperature and concentration are common parameters for most chemical applications, zinc and manganese phosphate baths have added complexity acid points, acid ratios, dissolved iron, sludging, heating source and more....
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As seen on http://jaycoclean.com/, February 2024
The landscape of industrial cleaning is rapidly changing, with increasing EPA regulations on solvents and a growing need for manufacturers to find alternative cleaning methods. Here is what parts cleaning experts Jeff Beard (Product and Business Development Manager for Jayco Cleaning Technologies) and Mike Valenti (Director of Cleaning Technologies for Hubbard Hall) recommend you consider when looking at vapor degreasing solvent alternatives....
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As seen in Finishing & Coating, September 12th, 2023
Written by Robin Deal, Product Manager, Aquapure, Hubbard-Hall
With tightening limits on nutrients and Biological Oxygen Demand (BOD), is a small-scale biological system right for your industrial facility?We will explore the ins and outs of biological wastewater treatment and how it fits into the industrial world around us. We will look at system sizes and requirements, bacteria and their capabilities, and how to successfully treat via physical/chemical means and still use bacteria as a final polish for your needs....
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As seen in Products Finishing, February 27, 2024
Edited by Lori Beckman, Senior Editor, Production Machining
Jayco's Mafac vacuum-assisted rotary basket parts washer
Source: Jayco Cleaning Technologies
Hubbard-Hall and Jayco Cleaning Technologies have collaborated to develop a solution for new regulatory changes.
As the Environmental Protection Agency evaluates the impact of hazardous substances such as methylene chloride, perchloroethylene (PCE/PERC), n-propyl bromide (NPB), and trichloroethylene (TCE), manufacturers face the challenge of adapting their cleaning processes to meet evolving regulations. Hubbard-Hall (Waterbury, Connecticut) and Jayco Cleaning Technologies (West Chester, Ohio) have have collaborated to develop a solution for new regulatory changes....
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As seen in Products Finishing, April 1st, 2024
Edited by Scott Francis, Editor-In-Chief, Gardner Business Media
As the EPA conducts fact-finding surveys in the metal finishing community regarding PFAS contamination, wastewater treatment is a growing concern for finishing operations. In this installment of Products Finishing’s On the Line interview column, we’re digging into trends in wastewater management. Robin Deal, product manager and wastewater treatment specialist with Hubbard-Hall, recently took some time out of her busy schedule to sit down with PF and discuss the latest in this field.
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As seen in Product Finishing, Published 4/10/2023
Reassessing your cleaning process? Connor Callais of Hubbard-Hall offers an in-depth discussion of what you should keep in mind....
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As seen in Finishing & Coating, February 19, 2024
Written by Tim Pennington, Editor in Chief, Finishing & Coating
With the U.S. EPA proposing to ban all uses of trichloroethylene in cleaning and vapor degreasing, many finishers wonder what alternatives they may have.This action, taken under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), would ban TCE manufacture, processing, and distribution for all uses. We spoke with Jeff Davis, Senior Vice President of Business Development and Distribution for Hubbard-Hall, about how these changes could affect finishers in the coming years and what they can do to replace their processes that are going away....
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April 11, 2024
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Waterbury, CT – Hubbard-Hall Inc., a leading provider of specialty chemicals for industrial manufacturing processes, announces the acquisition of Prosys Finishing Technology. With this strategic move, Hubbard-Hall expands its product portfolio and welcomes Randy DiSano, former owner of Prosys, to its team as Senior Product Manager under Jeff Davis, SVP—Business Development & Distribution. This acquisition not only enhances Hubbard-Hall's product offerings but also strengthens its commitment to full-line customer support, particularly in the Northeast plating market....
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January 18, 2024
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hal
Hubbard-Hall welcomes John Forlenzo as Supply Chain Manager. In this role, he will oversee the global purchasing activities for the company, including logistics and inventory....
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January 10, 2024
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Mambrino, a 20-year industry veteran, takes over from Gerry Mastropietro, who will retire after 41 years with the company at the end of 2024....
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November 7, 2023
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall announces the promotion of Connor Callais to the position of Product
Manager, with a primary focus on Zinc and manganese phosphates, as well as the hot black metal
coloring product lines. Callais has been an integral part of the Hubbard-Hall team since joining in July
2019 as an Application Specialist....
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November 7, 2023
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall announces a strategic realignment within its Business Development team. Fernando Carminholi, an accomplished professional within the organization, steps up as the Business Development Manager, taking charge of the team – including Joshua McClellan, Business Development Engineer, and Mike Crocker, Inside Sales/Account Manager. The newly realigned team will be at the forefront of the company's efforts to discover and foster growth among current and prospective customers....
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August 25, 2023
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall acquired the assets of BioConversion Technology (BCT), a respected supplier of biologics and related chemistries for wastewater treatment. Jeremy Morgan, previously a VP of technology at BCT, has joined Hubbard-Hall as the Product Manager for Biologics within the company’s AquaPure product line of wastewater specialties....
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May 18, 2023
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Transforming from a transactional model to relationship-based approach. Over the last two years, Jodie Menze, Customer Experience Manager, has worked to bring her vision to life by rebranding the Customer Service department to be a Customer Experience team. All of this work has been focused on the team's mission statement, "to build relationships by providing prompt and exceptional service, one customer at a time."...
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March 2, 2023
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall is excited to announce that they will sponsor the 2023 Regional “You Be the Chemist Challenge” on Saturday, March 4, 11 am at Naugatuck Valley Community College....
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February 28, 2023
For Immediate Release - Hubbard-Hall
Metal finishing is one of Connecticut’s oldest manufacturing sectors. Seeing a need to create career paths for those interested in the industry, a group of day-to-day business competitors are pioneering a new program – METAL (Master Electroplating Through Applied Learning) which will launch in the Fall of 2023....
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February 21, 2023
For Immediate Release - Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall welcomes David Keller as Senior Chemist. In this role, he will be responsible for product development, evaluating formulations and working with customers on cost savings initiatives.
Keller brings 28 years of experience in product development, specializing in cleaners used in the Aerospace OEM & MRO and Industrial & Institutional markets. Most recently he worked at Brulin & Company, Inc. as an Industrial/Process Line Chemist....
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January 12, 2023
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall welcomes Aaron Mambrino as Chief Financial Officer. In this role she will be responsible for the daily operations of the Finance Department, including the strategic growth of the organization....
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January 12, 2023
As seen in Products Finishing and Powder Coated Tough
Infinity Surface Cleaning Program offers data-driven approach to preparing surfaces for bonding, adhesion and coating....
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November 3, 2022
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall has expanded its product offering and customer resources by acquiring the assets of Torch Surface Technologies (10/28/22), a specialty chemical company based in Whitmore Lake, MI....
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October 26, 2022
As seen in Products Finishing
Katie Leesemann, Former Editorial Assistant, Gardner Business Media
Hubbard-Hall has been awarded the Top Workplaces 2022 honor by Hearst Connecticut. The award is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The anonymous survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization: including alignment, execution, and connection. This is the 7th time the organization has received this honor....
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September 15, 2022
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall has just strengthened its Technical Department by adding Jason Potts as Product Manager. With this addition, the company gains over 25 years of experience that Potts has in metal finishing. ...
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As seen in The Field Engineer.com, September 5, 2022
Edited by Caroline Gregory, Author
Ever wondered who is out in the field making sure that river water stays pure?
Robin Deal has many years of experience in making wastewater safe. The textbook definition of a “water quality protector” has resonated with her throughout her career: “to protect the many users of receiving waters.”...
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August 23, 2022
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Combined service offering provides manufacturers with the latest innovations in surface preparation.
Hubbard-Hall has announced a strategic initiative to help expand services and accelerate the speed at which their customers can innovate. Launched in July of 2022, the companies offer a service that combines Brighton Science’s technologies and materials science expertise alongside Hubbard-Hall’s chemistry and cleaning knowledge, titled the Infinity Surface Cleaning Intelligence Program....
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January 14, 2024
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall has just strengthened its Technical Department by adding Jason Potts as Product Manager. With this addition, the company gains over 25 years of experience that Potts has in metal finishing. He will aid the business as a technical resource for customers who have come to rely on Hubbard-Hall’s breadth of knowledge and consultative approach....
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January 6, 2022
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
The Dow product line is now available on the Hubbard-Hall eCommerce site. Increasing digital offerings allows for competitive pricing, 24/7 ordering and product information at the touch of a button....
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As seen on The Waterbury.com Podcast
November 10, 2021
As part of this effort, the group started “The Waterbury Talks” podcast which goes deep with some of the region’s visionary people – discussing everything from their backgrounds and interests to reasons why you should join them in Waterbury. Episode 5 features Hubbard-Hall’s CEO and Chairwoman, Molly Kellogg. ...
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As seen in Products Finishing, September 20, 2021
Hubbard-Hall has been awarded the Top Workplaces 2021 honor by Hearst Connecticut. The award is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by employee engagement technology partner Energage LLC. The anonymous survey uniquely measures 15 culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization: including alignment, execution, and connection. This is the 6th time the organization has received this honor. ...
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With a mission to be their customers’ best supplier, Hubbard-Hall Inc. has hired Jodie Menze as Customer Service Manager. Spearheading a new position, Menze will take a hands-on approach to enhancing the customer experience....
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Published September 3, 2021
For Immediate Release Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall Inc. welcomes Brenda Thulen as Vice President of Human Resources. As a true generalist, Thulen is skilled in a wide variety of topics related to human resources. She is particularly passionate about organization, talent development, employee engagement, total rewards and talent acquisition....
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Published June 2, 2021
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall, the country’s oldest independent chemical distributor and manufacturer of surface treatment chemistry, announced today that it has acquired the assets of Arbortech, an Illinois-based manufacturer of patented membrane equipment....
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Published May 27, 2021
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
With a goal of best-in-class technical service and speed of response, Hubbard-Hall has transformed its Sales & Technical Departments and promoted several key staff....
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Published on April 6, 2021
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall customers now have multiple channels to order from with the launch of the company’s new eCommerce site. Starting April 6th, the first phase of this platform will go live by featuring CitriSurf products for passivating and cleaning; select product lines will continuously be added to the online store....
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As seen on Finishing and Coating, March 9, 2021
Hubbard-Hall announced today that it has been named as a distributor for Alconox Inc. critical cleaning products in North America. Under the partnership, Hubbard-Hall will provide Alconox Inc. cleaners to industrial manufacturers with strict, residue-free cleaning requirements....
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Published March 21, 2021
For Immediate Release
Through a straightforward and disciplined process, OEMs and job shops can find ways to improve cleaning processes, reduce defect rate and improve overall product quality. In doing so they stand to gain efficiencies like reducing cleaning steps, reducing rework requirements and saving money....
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As seen in Finishing & Coating, February 8, 2021
Hubbard-Hall is proud to announce its certification as a Woman Owned Small Business by the Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC). Chairman, CEO, President, and 6th-generation owner Molly Kellogg leads the $55 million specialty chemical producer and distributor headquartered in Waterbury, CT. She became the first female CEO in the company’s 172-year history in 2014 and in 2019 succeeded her father, Charles T. Kellogg, as Chairman of the Board....
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As seen in Finishing & Coating, January 21, 2021
Written by Tim Pennington, Editor in Chief, Finishing & Coating
Molly Kellogg is the Chairman, President, and CEO of Hubbard-Hall, a $50 million chemical supplier to the finishing industry headquartered in Waterbury, CT. A 6th generation owner, Kellogg is also an avid hockey player. She earned her MBA from INSEAD in France and a BA from Princeton....
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As seen in Products Finishing, January 2, 2021
Hubbard-Hall has teamed up with Lithium-Ion battery makers to provide cleaning chemistry that not only helps with supply chain, but also drives down the cost of batteries themselves....
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Published on December 4, 2020
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall Inc. hires Janice Despotakis as Strategic Campaign Manager. Despotakis will join the Business Development team and help conceptualize campaign strategies, concentrating on demographics....
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Published on November 23, 2020
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall Inc. announces the promotion of Mike Valenti to Director of Cleaning Technologies. Valenti has perfected evaluating the potential and practicality of products in development. His extensive experience and judgment have helped accomplish the company goal of being the best supplier to our customers and creating the best ways to effectively and efficiently clean the hard to clean....
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Published on November 23, 2020
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall Inc. announces the promotion of Larry Ensley to Director of Technical Applications. This promotion recognizes the contributions Ensley made during his 26-year tenure at Hubbard-Hall. He guided the Technical team successfully to create and deliver products to the marketplace. Under his direction, the department maintains a 100% quick issue resolution when responding to customer inquiries. ...
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As seen in Products Finishing, November 17, 2020
Due to industry demand, Gardner Business Media (GBM) announced the formation and launch of the Manufacturing Cleaning Association (MCA), along with the new Association’s prestigious board member roster....
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Published October 12, 2020
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall Inc. welcomes Fernando Carminholi as Business Development Manager. Carminholi will focus on developing new business opportunities for Hubbard-Hall's Aquaease® Infinity line of sustainable cleaners, which is designed to work with Arbortech Membrane Technology. The system reduces total cleaning costs by 35% while reclaiming 95% of production cleaners to allow customers to clean with less cost, complexity, and chemical consumption....
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Hubbard-Hall Inc., welcomes Joshua McClellan as Application Engineer-Cleaning and Becky Cavazuti as Customer Engagement Key Accounts Manager. These roles are critical in expanding Hubbard-Hall’s services in metal finishing operations and achieving customer’s goals with less cost, complexity, and chemical consumption. ...
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As seen in Finishing & Coating, September 9, 2020
Instead of tossing used masking items into the trash, Roy Metal Finishing in South Carolina is re-using its caps, plugs and masks as many as seven times in a stripping process designed in collaboration with Hubbard-Hall’s Aquastrip ACB, a mildly acidic liquid concentrate that is used to remove polymeric coatings....
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As seen in ICIS Chemical Business, July 14, 2020
Written by: Joseph Chang, Global Editor; ICIS
US-based chemicals distributor Hubbard-Hall is ready to meet the challenges of a long US economic recovery coming out of the Covid-19 crisis, its CEO said. “Looking ahead, we’re in for a long, slow recovery. In the industrial and durable goods market, we haven’t felt the bottom yet,” said Molly Kellogg, president and CEO of Hubbard-Hall.
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The recent pandemic crisis has brought a renewed call for more medical equipment to be produced in the United States, which could result in an enormous amount of industrial manufacturing opportunities, including for those surface finishers who specialize in electropolishing....
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Published May 29, 2020
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall Inc., the oldest independent chemical distributor in the U.S., announced the promotion of Shelley Lusas to Director of Marketing effective May 14, 2020....
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Published May 22, 2020
For Immediate Release, Hubbard-Hall
Hubbard-Hall and SAFECHEM have forged a strategic distribution alliance to supply U.S. customers with SAFECHEM’s DOWCLENE™* 16-Series of modified alcohol solvents, test kits and stabilizers, through Hubbard-Hall channels. These high-performance solvents have excellent properties and are suitable for cleaning heat exchangers, medical applications and industrial components. The solvent has also been utilized by well-known aerospace compaanies....
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As seen in the Republican-American, March 5, 2020
Molly Kellogg, president and CEO of Hubbard-Hall, began thinking seriously about the impact of coronavirus in her workplace as medical experts and news outlets began ringing alarm bells....
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Hubbard-Hall CEO Molly Kellogg on Tuesday said she learned an important leadership lesson during her time on former Massachusetts Gov. Michael Dukakis’s 1988 presidential campaign....
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As seen in the Republican-American, October 29, 2019
Written by Harrison Connery; Republican-American
Photo Credit: Steven Valenti; Republican-American
Hubbard- Hall President and CEO Molly Kellogg knows all 67 people working at the company’s South Leonard Street headquarters by name.
Kellogg is the sixth generation of family leadership at Hubbard-Hall....
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As seen in Products Finishing, October 11, 2019
Hubbard-Hall Inc. has been awarded a Top Workplaces 2019 honor by Hearst Connecticut Media Group. The list is based solely on employee feedback gathered through a third-party survey administered by research partner Energage, LLC, a leading provider of technology-based employee engagement tools. The anonymous survey measures several aspects of workplace culture, including alignment, execution, and connection, just to name a few....
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