TNO sustainable’s Post

Dr. Alec Redmann is now on stage, presenting how thermal analysis is transforming plastics identification and quantification in industrial recycling. This technology is crucial for enhancing plastic sorting efficiency and boosting recycling accuracy. How has thermal analysis improved your processes? Let’s talk 👇 #AMIExpos #testing #international #plastics 

𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝘁 𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁'𝘀 𝗻𝗲𝘅𝘁 𝗶𝗻 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗰 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝘆𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 ♻ On 14 June last year, over 120 experts, partners, stakeholders and academics from the field of circular plastics gathered at the Jaarbeurs in Utrecht. They were there to formulate the next steps needed to close the #plastics value chain before 2050. The most important insights were as follows: 🧪 Polymer science has a lot to contribute to mechanical recycling at micro-level 💻 AI will be key to "perfect sorting" ♻ Closed loops will become the future, in which supply and demand will be controlled 🧩 A systemic approach is needed to solve the puzzle 🤝🏻 But most importantly; foster collaboration: bring the whole chain in one room and align needs and challenges. Read the full recap of the previous edition here » https://lnkd.in/enJ67DTk At the Circular Plastics Conference 2024, we will 𝗥𝗲𝗳𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝘁 on what's next in plastic recycling. We address the entire value chain from an international perspective and focus on the #technological, #logistic, and #societal challenges lying ahead. Buy your tickets for #CPC24 now using the link in the comments. ⤵️

#Polymers! They are everywhere and compose most of our #Plastics goods. Recycling polymers ♻ presents multiple challenges with sorting and effectively separating the different components as to maintain their unique qualities. This is the prerequisite for high performing #Recyclates that can serve the industry in reaching #Circularity while maintaining their quality standards. PRIMUS Project EU is a research project involving a consortium of 12 partners including technological centres, universities and industries, with the aim to develop new polymer #recycling #technologies. So far the project has developed four prototypes for use in the automotive and appliance sectors, proving that it is possible to integrate high-performing recycled polymers into industrial applications without compromising safety or quality. Read more ▶ https://bit.ly/PrimusEU

In a world where sustainability is becoming paramount, companies are stepping up with innovative solutions. 🌱 Covestro has developed a breakthrough protective coating using apple waste 🍎 as a bio-based ingredient, utilizing PUD-based (polyurethane dispersion) technology. This exciting development showcases how waste products can be transformed into valuable, high-performance materials. Covestro’s approach not only reduces reliance on fossil resources but also contributes to the circular economy, which is essential for a more sustainable future. 👏 It's great to see companies like Covestro leading the way in sustainable material innovation. https://loom.ly/dHUBuyc #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #GreenTech #Innovation #RenewableMaterials #Covestro

Did you know that black plastic is one of the hardest materials to recycle? Traditional sorting methods often miss it because of its light-absorbing properties. In our recent article with Mathieu Marmion, we dive into how MWIR hyperspectral imaging (HSI) technology is changing the game, providing a solution for black plastic sorting. A detailed white paper is also available for those looking for more in-depth information. Link in the comment below 👇 So excited about the capabilities of this technology and how it can help solve future waste challenges. #Recycling #Sustainability #MWIR #Specim #HyperspectralImaging #CircularEconomy

📢 New milestone achieved for the #HolyGrail2 Initiative ♻️ Exciting news from the latest R&D HG2.0 industrial trials: the use of digital watermarks has been successfully validated for advanced sorting of flexible packaging! This groundbreaking technology enhances the sorting process by making it easier to identify, sort, and process different types of materials, leading to higher-quality recyclates and contributing to a more sustainable circular economy. 🌱 The trials, part of the HolyGrail 2.0 initiative, demonstrate that #digitalwatermarks can achieve accurate sorting of flexible plastic packaging waste. Kudos to all the partners and stakeholders involved! Let's continue pushing the boundaries of innovation to achieve a greener future. 🚀 Read more about this initiative and the successful trials here: https://lnkd.in/dcBp6u5Z #Sustainability #DigitalWatermarks #Innovation #CircularEconomy #HolyGrail2 Procter & Gamble, PepsiCo, Essity, Alliance to End Plastic Waste, Pellenc ST, Digimarc, Hündgen Entsorgungs GmbH & Co. KG, Borealis

🌱 Aiger Bioflex : Where Innovation, Reliability, and Sustainability Align! 🚀✨ 🛠️✨ Wondering what makes our BioFlex Paper filter line stand out? Let's break it down: The right choice: Our technology enables the production of paper filters that are indistinguishable from the market proven acetate filters, offering a sustainable alternative without compromising quality of user experience. 🌿 #sustainabletechnology  Proven Reliability: Built upon industry trust, our machine ensures consistent, top-tier performance. 💪 #ReliablePerformance Crafting a Sustainable Future: More than just a filter line, our Bioflex actively contributes to a minimal environmental footprint. ♻️ #SustainableCrafting Choosing us means choosing a strategic blend of innovation, reliability, and environmental consciousness. Elevate your standards with solutions designed for the modern business landscape. 💚✨ #ChooseSustainability #InnovateWithUs #Aiger #tobaccoindustry #tobacco #tobaccomanufacturing #manufacturing #machinery #filter #customerexperience #efficiency 

Wrap up of the Circular Plastics Conference 2024 by professor Jeroen Jansen and professor Sascha Kersten. Main takeaways from the conference: - more realism - feedstock quality - do we learn from the past? - we can put men on the moon! - too many abbreviations! - 2050 plans in relation to decreasing role of the EU (EU 4% of global plastics volume mid century) - regulations complexity Topic of the next edition of the conference: “What plastics/polymers should be prioritized to commercialize recycling and meet our ambitions in time?” ISPT - Institute for Sustainable Process Technology DPI - Shaping polymer innovation #circular #plastics #feedstocktransition #innovation #realism #complexity #regulation #closingtheloop #eugreendeal #industrialtransformation #science #technology

Chemical ‘barcodes’ tested to help sort plastics: Chemical ‘barcodes’ tested to help sort plastics A new partnership is working to use digitization technology to better identify plastics with different additives or chemistries. Continue Reading→ The post Chemical ‘barcodes’ tested to help sort plastics appeared first on Plastics Recycling Update. #opnecoxpress #wastefree #sustainbleliving #recycling #sustainibility #packagingindustry

𝑻𝒓𝒂𝒏𝒔𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒎 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒖𝒇𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒄𝒆𝒔𝒔𝒆𝒔 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉 𝒃𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒌𝒕𝒉𝒓𝒐𝒖𝒈𝒉 𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒐𝒗𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝒑𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒊𝒄𝒔!🚀 Discover how cutting-edge materials and technologies are enhancing efficiency, sustainability, and performance across industries. Embrace the future of manufacturing and unlock new possibilities with advanced plastic solutions that drive growth and innovation. 🌱 Join us in leading the charge toward a smarter, more sustainable manufacturing landscape!🌍 #PlasticInnovation #ManufacturingTransformation #SustainablePlastics #BreakthroughTechnology #FutureOfManufacturing #FutureForwardPlastics #IndustrialTransformation #3DPlasticInnovation #Breakthrough3DTech #PlasticsIn3DManufacturing #3DTechInPlastics #InnovativePolymers #CircularEconomyPlastics #ModernManufacturing #ReshapeManufacturing #PlasticsEngineeringEvolution