That Plastics Guy

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  • Chemical Foaming Agents | Tech Tip Friday

    In today's TTF, Kurt talks about CFAs (chemical foaming agents).  When they could be used, what they do, the benefits, and the major classifications.

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    6 min
  • Interview with Mehdi Sheikhzadeh and Steve Reaume – Canadian Extrusion Research Laboratory at Lambton College

    In this episode, Kurt speaks with Mehdi Sheikhzadeh and Steve Reaume of the Canadian Extrusion Research Laboratory, located at Lambton College in Sarnia.

    Medhi and Steve discuss the history of "CERL", as well as the massive scope of projects that they are capable of taking on.  From grant writing through to scaling for commercialization, the scope of CERL is truly amazing.

    You won't want to miss this thoroughly enjoyable and informative conversation!

    If you or your organization thinks they could benefit from CERL's expansive resources, please reach out to their business development manager, Adithyan Therayil.  [email protected]a

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    33 min
  • Long Glass Materials | Tech Tip Friday

    In this episode, Kurt talks about what makes the long glass pellet so special.  From pellet specifics to applications, and finally to physical characteristics.  It's covered in a quick format.

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    8 min
  • Polymers 101 - Thermoplastic Polyurethane

    In today's episode, Kurt discusses "TPU".  The applications (including his personal history selling the material), the chemistry, and the pros and cons of this incredibly durable, flexible, and elastic polymer.

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    26 min
  • Small Sprue Design | Tech Tip Friday

    Happy Friday!  In today's instalment, Kurt walks through the basics of good sprue design and how it applies to even a smaller scale sprue.  Cold slugs, sprue shape, and land size are discussed.

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    4 min
  • Uncertainty | Tech Tip Friday

    In this non-plastics episode, Kurt encourages thoughtful consideration during Canada's federal election and to exercise your most important civil right.  Vote!

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    6 min
  • ECOrrect - Water Soluble Applications

    In this episode, Kurt discusses the water soluble resin ECOrrect and potential applications for this type of resin technology.

    If you have interest in this product, contact Kurt ([email protected]) for an in-depth conversation around your idea.  Let's collaborate!

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    23 min
  • Silos and Bulk Trucks | Tech Tip Friday

    On today's episode, Kurt talks about what to do when you have a silo contamination issue and what precautions can be taken to prevent this occurrence.

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    7 min
  • Product Education - ECOrrect | Tech Tip Friday

    In today's TTF, Kurt talks about the water soluble ECOrrect product, showcasing sample bags and thin film made with this award winning resin technology.

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    4 min
  • Encore Presentation - An Interview with Bindi Patel, Creator of ECOrrect Water Soluble Resin

    In this encore presentation from July of 2024, I interview Bindi Patel, creator of the award-winning ECOrrect water soluble resin.

    This resin was created to offer a cost effective and environmentally friendly alternative to conventional resins used in the film and packaging sector.

    ECOrrect will completely dissolve in water, landfill, or composting environment.

    Production of ECOrrect will commence in Canada this spring.  Stay tuned for further announcements!

     

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    11 min

About That Plastics Guy

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About the Podcast:
Join host Kurt Stahle, "That Plastics Guy," as he shares more than four decades of plastics industry experience through discussions on materials, additives, processing,…