Plastics in Sustainability: Biopolymers and Biocomposites | November 4–6, 2024 | Online
Plastics in Sustainability: Biopolymers and Biocomposites
November 4–6, 2024;
Online
Plastics in Sustainability: Biopolymers and Biocomposites
About the Event
Plastics in Sustainability: Biopolymers and Biocomposites
Dive into cutting-edge trends and breakthroughs in bioplastics and biocomposites. Find out how bioplastics pave the way to a greener tomorrow and break free from old-school plastics. See bioplastics in action and get the lowdown on how bioplastics are being adopted in real-world applications across different sectors.
Target Audience
Plastics Industry Professionals: Including manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors interested in bioplastics solutions.
Manufacturers and Users of Plastic Products: Seeking sustainable alternatives for their products.
Researchers and Scientists: Working on the development of bioplastics and biocomposites.
Environmentalists and Sustainability Advocates: Interested in reducing the environmental impact of plastics.
Academic Professionals and Students: Studying or interested in the field of bioplastics.
Recycling Industry Professionals: Involved in the recycling of plastics, including bioplastics and biocomposites.
Why Someone Should Attend?
Uncover the Latest Trends: Explore the newest innovations and research findings in bioplastics and biocomposites.
Discover Sustainable Solutions: Learn how bioplastics can contribute to a more sustainable future and reduce reliance on traditional plastics.
Network with Industry Leaders: Connect with experts, researchers, and key players shaping the bioplastics landscape.
Explore Real-World Applications: Gain insights into successful applications of bioplastics across various industries.
Kim McLoughlin Senior Research Engineer, Global Materials Science Braskem
A Resin Supplier’s Perspective on Partnerships for the Circular Economy
About the Speaker
Kim drives technology programs at Braskem to develop advanced polyolefins with improved recyclability and sustainability. As Principal Investigator on a REMADE-funded collaboration, Kim leads a diverse industry-academic team that is developing a process to recycle elastomers as secondary feedstock. Kim has a PhD in Chemical Engineering from Cornell. She is an inventor on more than 25 patents and applications for novel polyolefin technologies. Kim is on the Board of Directors of SPE’s Thermoplastic Materials & Foams Division, where she has served as Education Chair and Councilor.
A Resin Supplier’s Perspective on Partnerships for the Circular Economy
About the Speaker
Gamini has a BS and PhD from Purdue University in Materials Engineering and Sustainability. He joined Penn State as a Post Doctorate Scholar in 2020 prior to his professorship appointment. He works closely with PA plastics manufacturers to implement sustainability programs in their plants.
A Resin Supplier’s Perspective on Partnerships for the Circular Economy
About the Speaker
Tom Giovannetti holds a Degree in Mechanical Engineering from The University of Tulsa and for the last 26 years has worked for Chevron Phillips Chemical Company. Tom started his plastics career by designing various injection molded products for the chemical industry including explosion proof plugs and receptacles, panel boards and detonation arrestors for 24 inch pipelines. Tom also holds a patent for design of a polyphenylene sulfide sleeve in a nylon coolant cross-over of an air intake manifold and is a Certified Plastic Technologist through the Society of Plastic Engineers. Tom serves on the Oklahoma Section Board as Councilor, is also the past president of the local Oklahoma SPE Section, and as well serves on the SPE Injection Molding Division board.
Joseph Lawrence, Ph.D. Senior Director and Research Professor University of Toledo
A Resin Supplier’s Perspective on Partnerships for the Circular Economy
About the Speaker
Dr. Joseph Lawrence is a Research Professor and Senior Director of the Polymer Institute and the Center for Materials and Sensor Characterization at the University of Toledo. He is a Chemical Engineer by training and after working in the process industry, he has been engaged in polymers and composites research for 18+ years. In the Polymer Institute he leads research on renewably sourced polymers, plastics recycling, and additive manufacturing. He is also the lead investigator of the Polyesters and Barrier Materials Research Consortium funded by industry. Dr. Lawrence has advised 20 graduate students, mentored 8 staff scientists and several undergraduate students. He is a peer reviewer in several journals, has authored 30+ peer-reviewed publications and serves on the board of the Injection Molding Division of SPE.
Matt Hammernik Northeast Account Manager Hasco America
A Resin Supplier’s Perspective on Partnerships for the Circular Economy
About the Speaker
Matt Hammernik serves as Hasco America’s Northeast Area Account Manager covering the states Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky. He started with Hasco America at the beginning of March 2022. Matt started in the Injection Mold Industry roughly 10 years ago as an estimator quoting injection mold base steel, components and machining. He advanced into outside sales and has been serving molders, mold builders and mold makers for about 7 years.
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