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Agenda 2024
DAY 1: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
0830 - 0930 REGISTRATION AND MORNING REFRESHMENTS
0930 - 0940 OPENING ADDRESS
0940 - 1010 RESERVED PRESENTATION
1010 - 1030 SPEED NETWORKING SESSION
- Exchange business cards and get connected in short one-to-one meetings
- Start the conversation to arrange a more formal meeting later on in the conference
- Share your professional background and discuss your biggest business issues – don't forget your business cards!
Conference Host
1030 - 1100 MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
1100 - 1130 PANEL DISCUSSION ON SUSTAINABLE PLASTICS
1130 - 1155 SUSTAINABILITY TRENDS FOR PLASTICS INDUSTRY
- New polymers and additives designed for improved recyclability, degradability, and reduced environmental impact
- Introducing new color technologies that align with current socio-economic trends and consumer expectations
- Understanding the impact of current and pending regulations on sustainable plastics in various regions
Doreen Becker
Ampacet Corporation
Ampacet Corporation
1155 - 1200 Q&A SESSION ON ADVANCED POLYMERS WITH LOWER EMISSIONS OR FOOTPRINTS
1200 - 1330 NETWORKING LUNCH & VISITING THE SUSTAINABLE PLASTICS EXHIBITION
1335 - 1400 SUSTAINABLE PLASTICIZERS: SPECIFIC EXAMPLES AND BROADER IMPACTS
- Discussing the definition of sustainability in the context of plasticizers
- Key criteria for sustainability: carbon footprint, circularity, material health, and durability
- Presenting current market examples of sustainable plasticizers
- Looking at the impact of additives on the circularity of plastics
Patrick Harmon
BASF Corporation
BASF Corporation
1400 - 1405 Q&A SESSION ON CIRCULARITY AND GROWING ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS OF PLASTICS
1405 - 1430 NANOCELLULOSE IN PLASTIC COMPOSITES FOR INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS
- New technological advances in the processing of cellulosic biomass
- Introduction to nanocellulose and its comparison with synthetic nano-fibers
- Analysis of the impact of nano-fibrillated cellulose on various thermoplastics
- Comparison of nanocellulose with commercial reinforcing agents in industrial applications
Gurminder Minhas
Performance BioFilaments Inc
Performance BioFilaments Inc
1430 - 1435 Q&A SESSION ON THE PROCESSING PARAMETERS OF NANOCELLULOSE AND THEIR ADVANTAGES
1440 - 1510 AFTERNOON COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
1515 - 1540 100% BIOBASED AND COMPOSTABLE THERMAL PROTECTIVE PACKAGING
- Drop-in replacement for shipping pharmaceuticals and perishables
- Shipping without corrugated exterior packaging for superior sustainability
Sam Bhargava
Jadex Inc.
Jadex Inc.
1540 - 1545 Q&A SESSION ON BIOBASED PACKAGING AND ITS ADVANTAGES
1545 - 1600 CLOSING REMARKS
1600 - 1700 NETWORKING DRINKS RECEPTION
DAY 2: TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2024
0900 - 0930 MORNING REFRESHMENTS
0930 - 0940 OPENING ADDRESS
0940 - 1005 WHO WILL PAY FOR SUSTAINABLE PACKAGING?
- Detailing the remarkable innovations and pilot programs in sustainable, flexible packaging
- Discussion on the slow adoption of new technologies and low recycling rates of flexible packaging
- Analyzing the economic barriers: resistance from grocers, retailers, and consumer goods companies to price increases
- The need for discussions between producers and consumers on cost-sharing and the role of EPR legislation
Kevin Kelly
Emerald Packaging, Inc.
Emerald Packaging, Inc.
1005 - 1010 Q&A SESSION ON THE TECHNOLOGIES AND REGULATIONS FOR FLEXIBLE PACKAGING RECYCLING
1010 - 1035 CREATIVE UP-CYCLING SOLUTIONS FOR PHARMACEUTICAL PACKAGING
- Innovative methods to address the challenges of recycling pharmaceutical blister packs
- Panel Cycle's adaptation of cladding separation technology for pharmaceutical packaging
- Analysis of the mixed polymer content recovered from blister packs
- Think Fencing’s development of an AI-assisted process for high-quality PVC products
Jim Coulston
Vinyl Council of Australia
Vinyl Council of Australia
1035 - 1040 Q&A SESSION ON THE SOLUTIONS FOR 'HARD TO RECYCLE' PHARMACEUTICAL BLISTER PACKS
1040 - 1100 MORNING COFFEE BREAK IN THE EXHIBIT AREA
1100 - 1125 PACKAGING OF THE FUTURE: ADVANCEMENTS IN ECO-CONSCIOUS PACKAGING INNOVATION
- Addressing the challenges and limitations of traditional packaging with advanced solutions
- Engineering packaging for better recyclability and reduced plastic usage to minimize environmental impact
- Integrating eco-friendly features with user convenience to promote sustainability
- Assessing how easy it can be to incorporate eco-friendly practices into everyday life
Kevin Green
AeroFlexx, LLC
AeroFlexx, LLC
1125 - 1130 Q&A SESSION ON THE STRATEGIES FOR PROMOTING RECYCLABILITY IN THE PACKAGING INDUSTRY
1130 - 1155 ADVANCED MECHANICAL EXTRUSION RECYCLING USING 1.5-NM TI-AL CATALYSTS
- Exploring the role of nano-catalysts in sustainable plastics recycling
- Discovering how advanced catalysis enhances polymer compatibilization and reduces waste
- Demonstrating the integration of dissimilar materials through nano-titanium technology
- Strategies for overcoming the challenges of traditional recycling methods
Salvatore Monte
Kenrich Petrochemicals, Inc.
Kenrich Petrochemicals, Inc.
1155 - 1200 Q&A SESSION ON NANO-TITANIUM TECH AND SUSTAINABILITY IN PLASTICS RECYCLING
1200 - 1215 FEEDBACK & RAFFLE DRAW
1215 - 1330 NETWORKING LUNCH
Key topics for 2024:
- Future trends in sustainable plastics and the circular economy
Understand the benefits of eco-friendly plastics to transform the economy into a more sustainable and resource-efficient circular economy. - Exploring the latest innovations in bio-based and biodegradable plastics
Gain insight into bio-based and biodegradable materials and applications, bioplastic processing, end-of-life treatment, and sustainability. - Latest research in new materials and packaging solutions for reducing plastic pollution
Assess the technical and operational aspects, such as high strength-to-weight ratio and resistance to physical and chemical degradation. - Designing eco-friendly products made from sustainable and recycled materials
Scanning the opportunities in target markets such as automotive, construction, medical, and packaging sectors for multiple industry applications to meet global sustainability targets. - New technologies and automation in manufacturing processes and supply chains
Learn about the latest digital strategies for sustainability improvement, such as the availability of high-quality material data and automation across the product development lifecycle. - Supporting the industry through upcoming regulations and environmental policies
Be the first to hear about policymakers’ efforts to create frameworks that benefit the growth of sustainable plastics.
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