Day 1
November 13, 2024
KEYNOTE
Global PFAS challenges – identifying exposure and risks
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Solving the challenges of PHA compounding with continuous mixing technology
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Real-time monitoring of polymer blend extrusion using in line process Raman analyzer
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Pursuing partial TiO2 independence with a new white pigment in injection molded thermoplastic compounds
11:10 AM - 11:30 AM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY DEBATE
The future for vinyl compounds
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Compounding World Expo Theater
Moderator
Speakers
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Lou Brandewiede
Director of Technology- Rigid PVC
Aurora Material SolutionsLou Brandewiede, Director of Technology- Rigid PVC, Aurora Material Solutions -
Mike Patel
Director of Marketing
Teknor ApexMike Patel, Director of Marketing, Teknor Apex -
Ralph Purtell
Chairman & Manager
Purtell Vinyl ConsultingRalph Purtell, Chairman & Manager, Purtell Vinyl Consulting -
Tribu Persaud
Director
Norwich PlasticsTribu Persaud, Director, Norwich Plastics
TRAINING SEMINAR
Simulation as an effective tool for scale up in co-rotating twin extrusion compounding
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Developing and applying polymer processing additives that are free from PFAS
2:10 PM - 2:30 PM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Using the adaptability of planetary roller extruders to handle complex compounding and reaction processes
2:40 PM - 3:00 PM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
From concept to delivery – developing new products to meet customer trends
3:10 PM - 3:30 PM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY DEBATE
The future for concentrates
3:45 PM - 4:30 PM
Compounding World Expo Theater
Moderator
Speakers
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Doreen Becker
Global Director of Sustainability
AmpacetDoreen Becker, Global Director of Sustainability, Ampacet -
Dr. Derek Hepburn
Group Technical Director
ColloidsDr. Derek Hepburn, Group Technical Director, Colloids -
O. Ege Onar
Director of Business Development
Mine ColoursO. Ege Onar, Director of Business Development, Mine Colours
Day 2
November 14, 2024
KEYNOTE
Identifying the key trends and opportunities shaping the concentrates market
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Separation and segregation issues in PVC compounding applications
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Sustainable additive solutions for electric vehicles
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Closed-loop in-line color correction automation when using PCR & PIR resins
11:10 AM - 11:30 AM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY DEBATE
The future for technical compounds
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Compounding World Expo Theater
Moderator
Speakers
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Bob Powers
Technical Manager
Star PlasticsBob Powers, Technical Manager, Star Plastics -
Dr. A.J. Pasquale
Co-Founder and Director of Operations
Insight Polymers & CompoundingDr. A.J. Pasquale, Co-Founder and Director of Operations, Insight Polymers & Compounding -
Scott Anderson
President & COO
Polymer ResourcesScott Anderson, President & COO, Polymer Resources
TRAINING SEMINAR
Twin screw extrusion simulation: get a well-balanced use of 1D and 3D modelling for increasing the process efficiency and lowering the tests costs
1:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Process and technology for crosslinking polymer pellets in rotary soaking drums
2:10 PM - 2:30 PM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Phosphites for the modern age - a new era in efficiency and sustainability
2:40 PM - 3:00 PM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Effective processing aid to enhance melt strength of clear PLA without increasing melt viscosity
3:10 PM - 3:30 PM
Compounding World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Advancing thermoplastics and thermosets with innovative graphite and graphene technologies
3:40 PM - 4:00 PM
Compounding World Expo Theater
Day 1
November 13, 2024
How to maximize the value of your plastics processing operations
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
Speakers
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Optimizing profile extrusion with automated stacking and packaging technologies
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Mastering purging techniques - enhancing efficiency in the extrusion industry
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
PCR and stretch film - an OEM's point of view
11:10 AM - 11:30 AM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
PANEL DISCUSSION
Future for flexible packaging
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
Moderator
Speakers
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Desmond VanHouten
Senior Marketing Manager
AmcorDesmond VanHouten, Senior Marketing Manager, Amcor -
Mark Jones
Director Support Services North America
SML Extrusion LinesMark Jones, Director Support Services North America, SML Extrusion Lines -
Natarajan Ramesh
Senior VP - Polymer Technology
Revolution CompanyNatarajan Ramesh, Senior VP - Polymer Technology, Revolution Company
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
How to reduce material costs and enhance properties using microcellular foam extrusion with N2 and CO2
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Making the cut – should you be using a saw or a hot-knife cutter on your extrusion line?
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Using advanced manufacturing to improve the performance, durability and efficiency of extrusion barrels
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Exploring advances in extrusion technology for sheet systems
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
TRAINING SEMINAR
Enhancing plastics extrusion efficiency with predictive maintenance
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
Day 2
November 14, 2024
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Digitalization in the extrusion industry: what is the optimum approach?
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
Heavy gauge sheet extrusion – optimizing process and sustainability outcomes
11:10 AM - 11:30 AM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
PANEL DISCUSSION
Future for plastic pipes
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
Moderator
Speakers
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Understanding and eliminating roll-face deflection
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
Bespoke blown film configuration - the game changer
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Implementing melt pumps and continuous filters to optimize the extrusion of materials with high recycled content
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
PANEL DISCUSSION
Impact of PFAS in food contact legislation
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Plastics Extrusion World Expo Theater
Moderator
Speakers
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Jay West
Senior Director, Chemical Products and Technology
American Chemistry CouncilJay West, Senior Director, Chemical Products and Technology, American Chemistry Council -
Kathryn Skaggs
Partner
Keller and HeckmanKathryn Skaggs, Partner, Keller and Heckman -
Tom Lee
Office Managing Partner and PFAS Team Leader
BCLP LawTom Lee, Office Managing Partner and PFAS Team Leader, BCLP Law
Day 1
November 13, 2024
KEYNOTE
Analyzing the latest trends in plastics recycling markets
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Efficient plug flow polymerization and dissolution recycling
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Innovative software technologies for sustainable waste management
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Film washing – how to achieve the lowest residual humidity for the highest extruder performance
11:10 AM - 11:30 AM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY DEBATE
New directions: how will proposed and implemented legislation affect plastics recycling in North America
11:45 AM - 12:30 PM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
Moderator
Speakers
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Hendrik Dullinger
VP Business Development
EFS PlasticsHendrik Dullinger, VP Business Development, EFS Plastics -
Josephine Hsu
Associate
Keller and HeckmanJosephine Hsu, Associate, Keller and Heckman -
Tammy Rucker
Vice President of Sustainable Materials
RevolutionTammy Rucker, Vice President of Sustainable Materials, Revolution
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Benefits & challenges of filter cleaning in post consumer recycling applications
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Implementing recycling technologies for rigid polyolefins – case studies of recent installations
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Improve and increase the recycled content in your products using reactive masterbatches
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Improving PCR pellet quality
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY DEBATE
Encouraging collaboration: how public and private sectors can work together to increase plastics recycling
3:30 PM - 4:15 PM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
Moderator
Speakers
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Joe Rooney
Investment Partner
Arsenal Capital PartnersJoe Rooney, Investment Partner, Arsenal Capital Partners -
Shari Jackson
Director, Plastics Sustainability
American Chemistry CouncilShari Jackson, Director, Plastics Sustainability, American Chemistry Council -
Tony Rossi
Chief Sales Officer
TerraCycleTony Rossi, Chief Sales Officer, TerraCycle
Day 2
November 14, 2024
KEYNOTE
Empowering a transformative pathway to sustainability: the impact of collaborative partnerships and complementary recycling technologies
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Innovative high-capacity granulation systems for post-consumer plastics recycling
10:10 AM - 10:30 AM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Advancing sustainability: utilizing recycled LLDPE in flexible food packaging
10:40 AM - 11:00 AM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Improving the impact properties of recycled polypropylene by melt blending with performance modifiers
11:10 AM - 11:30 AM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
Speakers
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Less length, more melt - new energy-efficient technology for improving recycled pellet quality
11:40 AM - 12:00 PM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Extrusion recycling with color control
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Materials handling systems for plastics recycling - how to optimize storage, deodorization, homogenization, and blending
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Upcycling to the next level
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
TRAINING SEMINAR
Where does plastics dust come from and why is it important to keep your facility clean
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
INDUSTRY DEBATE
Exploring how packaging design and material selection can aid recycling
3:00 PM - 3:45 PM
Plastics Recycling World Expo Theater
Moderator
Speakers
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Scott Saunders
General Manager
KW PlasticsScott Saunders, General Manager, KW Plastics -
Treijon Johnson
Sustainability Director
Accredo PackagingTreijon Johnson, Sustainability Director, Accredo Packaging -
Zach Muscato
Corporate Sustainability Manager
Plastic IngenuityZach Muscato, Corporate Sustainability Manager, Plastic Ingenuity
Day 1
November 13, 2024
Industry Presentation
Recycling of waste electronics and electrical equipment
9:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Technology and Testing Theater
Speakers
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Advancing plastics identification and quantification in industrial recycling with thermal analysis
10:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Technology and Testing Theater
Industry Presentation
Technology focus - using graphene-enhanced masterbatch to boost key polymer properties
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Technology and Testing Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Automated intrinsic viscosity measurement to ensure the performance of recycled plastics
11:00 AM - 11:20 AM
Technology and Testing Theater
Industry Presentation
Developing an organic, PFAS-free alternative to fluorine-based processing aids
11:30 AM - 11:50 AM
Technology and Testing Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Importance of viscosity measurement for global PET recycling: relevant norms and suitable instrumentation
12:00 PM - 12:20 PM
Technology and Testing Theater
Industry Presentation
Reimagining plastics processing: Leveraging the proven efficiency of continuous mixers for modern innovation
12:30 PM - 12:50 PM
Technology and Testing Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Comparison of plastic bags by using GC-High-Resolution mass spectrometry and artificial intelligence powered software
2:00 PM - 2:20 PM
Technology and Testing Theater
Industry Presentation
The first tailor-made solutions for NIR recycling black plastic
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM
Technology and Testing Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Thermal analysis of polyamide gears produced with increasing levels of recycled material
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM
Technology and Testing Theater
Industry Presentation
Full scale solution for efficient recycling of flexible films
3:30 PM - 3:50 PM
Technology and Testing Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Using glass flake to control warpage and to replace PTFE as a drip suppressant
4:00 PM - 4:20 PM
Technology and Testing Theater
Speakers
Day 2
November 14, 2024
Industry Presentation
Continuous inline process monitoring with inline spectroscopy in polymer extrusion
9:30 AM - 9:50 AM
Technology and Testing Theater
Speakers
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Developing a test method for accelerating the prediction of fatigue life stresses on different polymers
10:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Technology and Testing Theater
Industry Presentation
Mitigating the degradation of polymers during mechanical recycling using bio based slip additives
10:30 AM - 10:50 AM
Technology and Testing Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
The role of AI in materials development: applications in materials science, challenges and growth outlook
11:00 AM - 11:20 AM
Technology and Testing Theater
Training Seminar
Scientific process documentation - the foundation of quality assurance for plastics processors
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Technology and Testing Theater
Industry Presentation
Making the most of advances in batch mixing technology - Improving flexibility, reliability, scalability and efficiency
12:10 PM - 12:30 PM
Technology and Testing Theater
Industry Presentation
Our recycled-grade nylon 6 product: Delivering the same performance with smaller carbon footprint
1:30 PM - 1:50 PM
Technology and Testing Theater
Industry Presentation
TGA-GC/MS coupling: Quantification of low-content styrene–butadiene rubber in natural rubber
2:30 PM - 2:50 PM
Technology and Testing Theater
INDUSTRY PRESENTATION
Biodegradable additives and their place in a sustainable economy
3:00 PM - 3:20 PM
Technology and Testing Theater
Optimizing recycled resin with functionalized polyolefins, processing aids and other modifiers
3:30 PM - 3:50 AM
Technology and Testing Theater