Épisodes

  • Tech Tip Friday - Chemical Foaming Agents
    May 9 2025

    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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    5 min
  • Interview with Mehdi Sheikhzadeh and Steve Reaume – Canadian Extrusion Research Laboratory at Lambton College
    May 3 2025

    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. Adithyan.Therayil@lambtoncollege.ca

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    32 min
  • Tech Tip Friday - Long Glass Materials
    May 2 2025

    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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    7 min
  • Polymers 101 - Thermoplastic Polyurethane
    Apr 28 2025

    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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    25 min
  • Tech Tip Friday - Small Sprue Design
    Apr 25 2025

    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
  • Tech Tip Friday - Uncertainty
    Apr 17 2025

    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
    Apr 14 2025

    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 (info@simcoeplastics.com) for an in-depth conversation around your idea. Let's collaborate!

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    23 min
  • Tech Tip Friday - Silos and Bulk Trucks
    Apr 11 2025

    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