Technical lecture
Challenges of using post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials and how to solve them
16. October 2024 from 11:00 to 11:15 Clock
B5-5307
Austin Watkins , IMCD Advanced Materials
Product group: Auxiliary materials
Post-consumer recycled (PCR) plastic is essential for sustainability, but contaminants can affect the quality of your products and efficiency of your production.
We’ll provide practical solutions to overcome these hurdles. Learn how to identify potential issues in your production process to successfully incorporate PCR, maintain product integrity, and achieve your sustainability goals.
Take away actionable insights to:
• Identify potential issues in your production stream
• Reach your sustainability goals and maintain profitability
Speaker bio
Austin Watkins has dedicated his career to the field of purging compounds for the last decade. He specialises in working with leading plastic converters to enhance production efficiency and optimise their purging processes. Currently he holds the position of Global Principal Manager at IMCD Advanced Materials in Spain. He oversees purging compound operations across Europe, Africa and Latin America.
We’ll provide practical solutions to overcome these hurdles. Learn how to identify potential issues in your production process to successfully incorporate PCR, maintain product integrity, and achieve your sustainability goals.
Take away actionable insights to:
• Identify potential issues in your production stream
• Reach your sustainability goals and maintain profitability
Speaker bio
Austin Watkins has dedicated his career to the field of purging compounds for the last decade. He specialises in working with leading plastic converters to enhance production efficiency and optimise their purging processes. Currently he holds the position of Global Principal Manager at IMCD Advanced Materials in Spain. He oversees purging compound operations across Europe, Africa and Latin America.
IMCD Deutschland GmbH
