• Tech Tip Friday - Mineral Masterbatches
    Nov 29 2024

    In today's #TTF, Kurt discusses what mineral fillers do, and when a mineral filled masterbatch would be used.

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    3 mins
  • Introduction to Antimicrobials
    Nov 25 2024

    In this episode, Kurt gives a high level overview of antimicrobial use in plastics. Specifically talking about the various types of antimicrobials, how they work, applications, and pros and cons of their use.

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    18 mins
  • Tech Tip Friday - Planned Maintenance
    Nov 22 2024

    In this episode, Kurt discusses the importance of a planned maintenance schedule for your equipment and tools.

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    2 mins
  • Tech Tip Friday - Black Concentrate Pt III
    Nov 15 2024

    In this episode, Kurt discusses what makes a "film grade" masterbatch different and special...and more costly.

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    4 mins
  • 50th Podcast Celebration, plus thoughts on the incoming Trump administration
    Nov 11 2024

    Join Kurt as he celebrates the 50th episode of "That Plastics Guy" by revisiting its creation (both the concept and the supporting technology), revisiting the guests that we have been on the show, and what will come in future episodes.

    Kurt then offers his thoughts on what a Trump administration may mean to Canadian manufacturing and trade.

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    33 mins
  • Tech Tip Friday - Black Concentrate Pt II
    Nov 8 2024

    Today, Kurt discusses the differences between a utility grade and general purpose black colour concentrate.

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    3 mins
  • Tech Tip Friday - Black Concentrate Let Down Ratio
    Nov 1 2024

    Join Kurt as he offers a tech tip for utilizing black colourant effectively, focusing on carbon black loading level and quality.

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    2 mins
  • Lessons Learned from Running a Sample
    Oct 28 2024

    On today's episode, Kurt presents a case study involving a sample run for a new client. The elements of successful sample production can be broken down into the following four "P Steps"

    1. Planning
    2. Purging
    3. Processing
    4. Packaging

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    20 mins