Armstrong World Industries
Steven Masia has extensive experience in research and product development, primarily in the coatings and paper industries. Currently serving as a Senior Research Scientist at Armstrong World Industries since August 2014, Steven focuses on developing coatings for ceiling tiles to enhance odor and VOC absorption, as well as improving the durability of metal ceiling tiles. Prior to this role, Steven worked as a Senior Research Scientist at SD Warren/SAPPI Fine Paper, where key contributions included the development of inkjet printing papers and cost-effective product improvements. Steven's career began in 1987 at SD Warren, progressing from Technician to Project Leader, where significant advancements in ink marking and setting were achieved. Steven holds a Master's degree in Ceramics from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and a Bachelor's degree in Ceramics and Math from Alfred University.
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Armstrong World Industries, Inc. (AWI) is a global producer of ceiling systems. The Company owns and operates the Building Products (Ceilings) segment. The Company designs, manufactures and sells ceiling systems (primarily mineral fiber, fiberglass wool and metal) around the world. Its products are used in commercial and institutional buildings. Its geographical segments include Americas (including Canada); Europe, Middle East and Africa (including Russia) (EMEA), and Pacific Rim. As of December 31, 2016, it had 15 manufacturing plants in eight countries, including six plants located throughout the United States. Its Americas segment sells products for use in single and multi-family housing. It sells commercial products to building materials distributors re-selling its products to contractors, subcontractors' alliances, architect and design firms, and facility owners. Residential ceiling products are sold in the Americas primarily to wholesalers and retailers.