XSYS Joins FORUM & INFOFLEX 2024 to Showcase Flexo Solutions Portfolio

XSYS is excited to share its involvement in the upcoming FORUM & INFOFLEX, due to be held in Kansas City (MO) at the Loews Hotel and City Convention Center, on May 5–8, 2024. The North American team looks forward to welcoming attendees to booth where the full complement of the wide XSYS portfolio for brilliant flexographic printing will be in focus, including the latest innovations in printing plate technology, platemaking equipment, surface screening, and mounting sleeves.

Among the highlights from the nyloflex plate portfolio will be the recently launched nyloflex FTV, an LED-optimized, inherent flat-top dot plate engineered specifically for the high-quality flexible packaging market. Also suitable for LED is the versatile thermal nyloflex XAH plate, a round-top dot plate for printing on film and paper substrates. Print samples produced by customers using these plates will be on show allowing visitors to inspect the exceptional quality up close and personal, while discussing the multiple benefits with the experts.

A special highlight will be a sneak peek into XSYS’ brand-new range of eco-conscious flexo plates, which is due to be officially introduced next month under the new ‘nyloflex eco’ brand. With high-quality printing and a reduced environmental footprint, the new ‘eco’ plates are set to establish another important milestone in the development of sustainable solutions from XSYS’.

“Sustainability is a core driver for all our plate innovation, and the INFOFLEX show presents a great chance to lift the veil on the new nyloflex eco concept. We’re very proud to be the first plate manufacturer to develop such an eco-friendly range of plates, clear proof of our commitment to supporting customers with sustainable solutions,” comments Eric Gibbs, Sales Director. “Naturally, the new nyloflex eco range has also been optimized to deliver unparalleled print quality and consistency to meet the continued demands from brand owners for best-in-class labels and packaging.”

Also of interest will be ThermoFlexX Catena+, a breakthrough in fully automated and lean plate processing, designed and built to enhance precision, quality, and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) with reduced waste. With systems running successfully in the field, the Catena+ end-to-end processing line recently received the 2024 Award for Innovation and Excellence in Prepress from the FPPA. Meanwhile, Woodpecker technology, also from the ThermoFlexX range, will show how surface screening patterns can improve print quality and reduce ink usage. Finally, the booth display will showcase XSYS’ offering of precision-engineered rotec sleeves and adapters. Designed for brilliant printing, the rotec lineup encompasses multiple sustainable solutions aimed at safeguarding investments and extending product lifespan.

As the largest and most comprehensive of its kind in North America, this year’s event marks 42 years of gathering the flexo industry for the FORUM educational conference and INFOFLEX supplier exhibition. Joining the educators as a panelist will be David Stokes, Senior Technical Advisor at XSYS North America. A flexo printing specialist, David works in close collaboration with customers to help optimize and improve their platemaking processes and print production quality. He will take part in a session on Tuesday May 6 at 10:30 dedicated to trends in consumables. This will explore how new methods and strategies from providers of substrates, inks/coatings and plates are being developed to assist printers in meeting their sustainability goals.

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Aduro Clean Technologies to Present at European Recycling and Renewable Materials Conferences

Aduro Clean Technologies Inc. (“Aduro” or the “Company”) (CSE: ACT) (OTCQX: ACTHF) (FSE: 9D50), a Canadian technology company using the power of chemistry to transform lower value feedstocks, like waste plastics, heavy bitumen, and renewable oils, into resources for the 21st century, is pleased to announce its participation at two industry conferences focused on the advancement of advanced chemical recycling and renewable materials.

CHEMREC I – 2024: 1st International Conference on Thermochemical Recycling of Plastics

CHEMREC I is the first conference exclusively dedicated to thermochemical processing of plastic waste. The conference is a forum for discussion of the advances in thermochemical technologies for chemical recycling of plastic and plastic waste (e.g., pyrolysis, gasification, hydrogenolysis). The refining and/or upgrading of resulting product intermediates using standalone facilities or co-processed taking advantage of existing infrastructure will be also an important topic for this conference. This discussion will include techno-economic analyses and life cycle assessments.

Eric Appelman, Chief Revenue Officer will deliver a presentation and participate in a panel discussion at the Catalysis plenary on April 30. His presentation entitled, ‘Hydrochemolytic™ Technology for High-Yield Conversion of Complex Plastic Waste to Pure Hydrocarbon’ will explore the innovative approach to recycling complex plastic waste.

Renewable Materials Conference 2024

The Renewable Materials Conference (RMC) in Siegburg/Cologne (Germany) is the world’s largest conference on chemicals and materials based on biomass, carbon capture and utilization (CCU), or chemical recycling – the only alternatives to fossil-based chemicals and materials. The unique concept of presenting all renewable material solutions at one event hits the mark. It covers the entire value chain from alternative carbon feedstocks, the chemical industry, the materials sector, and product manufacturers to brand owners and investors. Nearly 500 participants from 32 countries are expected to attend.

Aduro is one of six nominees for the Renewable Material of the Year Award 2024. The Innovation Award is organised by the nova-Institute and sponsored by Covestro. Eric Appelman, Chief Revenue Officer will deliver a presentation at the event. Stefanie Steenhuis, Head of Brand and Marketing will also be available to answer questions at booth 34 in the exhibition hall.

“Attending these conferences presents a great opportunity to not only showcase our technology but also to stay ahead of market trends and understand the rapidly evolving landscape of the chemical recycling and renewable materials sectors,” remarked Eric Appelman, CRO at Aduro. “It is an opportunity to share our perspectives on Hydrochemolytic™ technology while gaining insights into consumer expectations, regulatory developments, and competitive dynamics. This knowledge is essential for refining our strategies and ensuring our solutions meet the needs of tomorrow.”

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Corrosive or abrasive: the new HPP2 PUR pump from KraussMaffei can withstand anything

• The right pump for every chemistry with two new nominal sizes
• In-house service with maintenance, testing and certification
• Repair concept for more sustainability

Time is money. When PUR systems are expected to react faster and faster, one system component is particularly affected: the pump. Chemistry is becoming more aggressive, and there are often abrasive additives as foam components. KraussMaffei’s HPP and HPP2 axial piston metering pumps are designed for this and are now available in two new nominal sizes. Customers get the right pump for every chemical.

In reaction technology systems, the pump is the heart of process reliability – and KraussMaffei’s is the expert cardiologist. The company has been developing its own pumps for over ten years. The team led by designer Robert Brunner has now scaled the proven HPP concept to flow rates of 80 and 155 liters/minute (at 1450 rpm) and added useful features. This means that the entire range of PUR requirements can be covered.

If a mixing head is to turn polyol and isocyanate into PUR (polyurethane) in a precise ratio, it needs the worker in the background – the pump, which ensures the necessary throughput in the dosing machine with a pressure of 100 to 200 bar. Chemical versions are in a league of their own within the pump family. Few suppliers dare to tackle this process and even fewer have the necessary expertise.

Construction of the axial piston pump

First of all, you need to understand the structure of an axial piston pump: The drive shaft sets several pistons in motion, which are located in a rotating cylinder housing. This can be infinitely adjusted in angle to the drive axis with the help of a control disk, which changes the flow rate (in cm3 per revolution). The greater the inclination, the higher the displacement, because the length of the cylinder bores is utilized to an increasing extent. Without inclination, the piston stroke is zero. Originally, pumps of this type were designed for the hydraulics of construction machinery, for example also widely used in reaction technology applications. Here they face particular challenges, as the pump housing is completely filled with chemicals that have become increasingly aggressive to enable faster production times. For example, some alkaline components attack the very iron-carbon compounds that ensure the hardness of the steel. Robert Brunner emphasizes: “When designing pumps, we therefore have to pay more and more attention to the choice of materials and find solutions here.”

KraussMaffei’s  is the only manufacturer of PUR systems that has been building the pumps for its metering machines itself for many years. Most suppliers rely on standard models, whereby the broad market availability of pumps in this size range is limited. For Jochen Zwiesele (Director Global Development Reaction Process Machinery), one thing is clear: “The new versions of our HPP pumps close existing gaps.” Previously, they were available with nominal sizes of three to 28 cm3/rev, which corresponded to a flow rate of up to 40 liters/minute. For large-volume applications such as building panels or insulation for refrigerators and district heating pipes, it became necessary to increase the material throughput.

Characteristics of the new PUR pump HPP2

HPP and HPP2 differ from each other in a number of details, although their volumetric efficiency is equally good. Model HPP is fully compatible with the variants available on the market, making it very easy for customers to replace units from other suppliers that are no longer available. It is available with either shaft coupling or magnetic coupling. The HPP2 has a wear-free magnetic coupling as standard. This works by means of an internal rotor

fitted with magnets and positioned in a non-magnetic containment shell. An outer rotor, also equipped with magnets, transmits the desired speed from the motor to the drive shaft. This concept offers a decisive advantage: the housing is closed. With the shaft coupling, on the other hand, the shaft protrudes and good seals are required to prevent leakage, as the PUR components are almost as fluid as water. Seals, in turn, are critical points for wear.

Another feature of the new HPP2 is the spindle, which has been removed from the pump chamber. It is responsible for changing the cylinder inclination via the control disk and thus ensures the optimum operating point for a wide range of applications. Especially with isocyanate, crystals can form due to water absorption, which clog the thread and make it difficult to move. By placing this outside the pump chamber (and leaving only a smooth rod there), it is ensured that the handwheel can be moved easily over the long term. In addition, the bearing spacing has been increased, making the bearing stiffer, and temperature sensors and bearing damage monitoring are also available.

KraussMaffei’s offers a broad portfolio of pumps available at short notice for processing harmless chemical products, water-driven systems and aggressive fluids. The mechanical side is always taken into account. Added dyes such as carbon black or titanium dioxide, for example, can have an abrasive effect. The pump design and materials used must also be adapted to this. In addition to the tried and tested cast housing, the HPP2 in nominal sizes three, six and twelve cm3/rev are also available with a stainless steel housing, which is particularly suitable for epoxy applications.

In-house service with maintenance and testing including certificate for sustainable solutions

The combination of material and process know-how as well as design details makes HPP and HPP2 extremely low-wear, durable and robust and ensures a smooth process.KraussMaffei’s models are known and appreciated in the market for these properties. Now the next sizes will also accompany their customers.

Although the pumps are optimally adapted to the raw materials to be pumped thanks to several corrosion protection levels and offer a long service life, it is still necessary to clean and refurbish them at certain intervals.KraussMaffei’s offers an uncomplicated in-house service with maintenance and testing, including certification.

Keeping tried-and-tested system components in good condition also contributes to environmental protection and sustainability. Jens Kompe (Director Sales RPM) emphasizes: “Our products are designed for precision and durability. We also offer the ‘turn old into new’ repair concept. Older pumps can even be upgraded to the latest standard by installing higher-quality components and then also receive a test certificate.

The bouquet of solutions that KraussMaffei’s offers in the field of pumps has been enriched by two flowers with the new sizes.

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All Rexroth-compatible pumps can be fitted with a magnetic coupling. Several containment shroud variants are available.

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Our pumps with Rexroth-compatible connection dimensions. The 55 cm and 107 cm sizes round off our portfolio.

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The problem solver in the PU market for ten years. The maximum variability of the HPP2 pump series makes it the best choice for critical chemicals. The series covers the spectrum from 4 to 40 liters/min.

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Clear the Stage for Injection Molding And Automation: Kraussmaffei Opens New Showroom at Parsdorf

• Wide range of new and used machines in the clamping force range from 500 to 13,000 kN
• From individual machines to complete solutions including automation
• Expandable with additional options if required
• Extremely short delivery times and new financing model flexPay

With the new showroom at the new Parsdorf site, KraussMaffei offers its customers a large selection of all-electric and hydraulic injection molding machines and the associated automation solutions, which are ready for immediate delivery. A further advantage: Customers can inspect and test the right injection molding solution on site and add additional functions if required.

The new showroom at Parsdorf currently comprises around 25 KraussMaffei injection molding machines with clamping forces ranging from 500 to 13,000 kN. The number varies depending on current demand. “The response to the new showroom has been very positive. In addition to the large selection and fast delivery times, our customers appreciate the close proximity to the KraussMaffei TechCenter. Here they can test additional options directly and optimize the process,” explains Marco Gruber, Director Application & Process Engineering at KraussMaffei. In the future, KraussMaffei plans to expand the showroom step by step in order to offer its customers the best possible selection and support.

State-of-the-art new machines and young used machines

The new showroom currently offers both new and used machines from the all-electric PX and precisionMolding injection molding machine series as well as the hydraulic CX, GX and powerMolding series. The new machines on offer are equipped with the latest KraussMaffei technology and are available both as individual stand-alone machines and as system solutions including automation. On request, they can be individually expanded with additional functions. “For example, with the small CX and PX machines, customers can choose between two different screw diameters and up to three different versions in terms of wear protection. This gives them a customized plasticizing solution for their application,” explains Jörg Wittgrebe, Director Sales Territory EMEA, India, Australia at KraussMaffei.

01 Favorite machine ex works:The new KraussMaffei showroom in Parsdorf offers space for a large selection of injection molding machines and automation

02 On hand to advise customers (from left to right):Jörg Wittgrebe, Director Sales Territory EMEA, India, Australia, and Marco Gruber, Director Application & Process Engineering, in the new KraussMaffei showroom

Direct link to the KraussMaffei Marketplace

If a customer does not have the opportunity to be on site in Parsdorf, it is always possible to view and order the injection molding machines and robots in stock via the digital KraussMaffei Marketplace. In addition, new machines and young used machines from the international subsidiaries are listed here. Interested parties can thus chose and compare from a wide range of available machines and benefit from extremely short delivery times.

Pay-per-use on request

With the new flexPay financing model, KraussMaffei offers another attractive option for the new showroom machines. The customer only pays for the actual output of the machine, which in turn increases flexibility and reduces production costs. If the order situation fluctuates, for example if an order is suddenly canceled, the costs incurred are reduced by up to 80% compared to conventional financing. At the end of the pre-defined term, the machine can be taken over.

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Wire and Tube 2024 With Ecometals Trails – Sustainably Successful

Time is running out – the climate transition makes a rethink imperative. Companies from the industries for wire, cable, tube and pipe are also now already to rely on utilising sustainable technologies in their production and in their products. Exhibitors at wire & Tube will show how exactly they are able to reconcile economy and ecology at the ecoMetals trails.

The Düsseldorf trade fair, as an initiative, will lead trade visitors to exhibitors during the exhibition period, thereby focusing on aspects such as resource conservation, energy saving, efficiency-enhancing innovations and the use of renewable energies. Efforts which are aimed at climate protection. Innovations and endeavours which also improve the competitiveness of companies. Successful on a sustainable tour!

Free participation for trade visitors

During the ecoMetals trails, trade visitors will be provided with the opportunity to find out first-hand about the strategies and innovations of the companies at their stands. For the first time, the wire & Tube offers digital trails – the tours can be scanned via QR code and walked through individually and free of charge.

Participating 12 exhibitors include: ArcelorMittal, Aurubis AG, Moreschi, Traxit Klüber Lubrication GmbH, Lebronze alloys SAS, Acciaierie Venete SpA, MKS elmarakbysteel cooperations, tenova LOI Thermprocess GmbH, La Farga YourCopperSolutions S.A, Condat Lubricants SAS, GMH Gruppe, Vulkan Verlag.

An interactive hall plan will highlight the stand layout for the participating exhibitor.

Trends and highlights from the industrial sectors of wire, cables and tubes will be presented at the world’s leading trade fairs wire & Tube from 15 to 19 April 2024 in Düsseldorf .

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Polyimide Coated Magnet Wires: Advantage in >800V EV

Electrical breakdown of high-temperature insulation materials can be prevented by using thermoplastic Polyimide, TPI. This polymer can be extrusion-coated as other polymers, but AURUM, TPI reduces electrical and magnetic losses. AURUM has the highest Tg of any commercially available Thermoplastic, 473°F (245°C) and its insulation
performance especially at temperatures above 302°F (150°C) beats any other known insulation.

As the automobile sector transitions to electric vehicles, new polymers that offer higher electrical and thermal properties are used. For better system integration, weight-reduction and downsizing in higher-volt systems, for faster charging and longer charging distances, electrical breakdown must be prevented by high-temperature insulation materials. AURUM reduces electrical and magnetic losses with a high comparative tracking index (CTI) > 600 volts.

Thermoplastic Polyimide (TPI) produced by Mitsui Chemicals of Japan, and sold by BARplast LLC is known for excellent thermal stability, high-temperature resistance, and robust electrical insulation properties. TPI coated magnet wires are a suitable choice for high-voltage applications (800V and above). Here are some key characteristics of AURUM coated magnet wires for high-voltage mobility applications:

• High-Temperature Resistance: Capable of withstanding elevated temperatures in general and best-in class performance near welding-spots.
• Thermal Stability: Provide thermal stability over a wide temperature range, ensuring the integrity of the insulation even well above 302°F (150°C) continuously.
• Electrical Insulation: Excellent electrical insulation properties to prevent electrical breakdown and ensure the safety and reliability of the system.
• Flexibility: Maintain flexibility even at elevated temperatures, allowing for ease of winding during the manufacturing process and flexibility in the final application.
• Chemical Resistance: Resistant to many chemicals, enhancing the durability of the coating in various cooling environments.
• High Dielectric Strength: The high dielectric strength of AURUM helps in preventing electrical arcing and breakdown.
• Lightweight: AURUM coated magnet wires are lightweight because even 30% less volume insulates better than other, commonly used materials.

AURUM is a semicrystalline TPI suitable for powder-coating, injection molding and extrusion coating, with highest-in-class glass transition temperature. Extrusion processing AURUM for wire insulation is highly economical, allows extremely thin layers and has better elasticity and good compatibility with cooling-/ lubricating oils.

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Thermosetting polyimides have been known for many years in electronic insulation, but thermoplastic PI offers new ways of mass-producing Polyimide insulation for the automotive industry.

Extrusion-coated magnet wires and powder-coated busbars have been studied: performance parameters, including adhesion to Copper & Aluminum, temperature resistance, flexibility, and dielectric values, have all been evaluated and contrasted with PAI-enamels, PEEK-coating, and other insulation materials.

BARplast LLC is a subsidiary of the BIEGLO Group and is located Texas. BARplast sells POLYIMIDE like AURUM TPI, various thermosetting PIs like PLAVIS, PEEK and R-PEEK. This year BARplast is exhibiting at the NPE in Orlando for the first time. Come to out booth S31194 to learn more about the TPI Aurum and other High Performance.

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BIEGLO Group offers their range of special HPP products to their global customers by running generic web-shops as

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Mitsui Chemicals Inc. is a leading Japanese company known for its diverse chemical products and solutions in various industries. With a strong focus on innovation and sustainability, it provides cutting-edge High Performance Plastics and chemicals for various sectors worldwide.

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Drupa Print Horizons Report: Print Industry in Transition to A Digital World

The Print Horizons Report, published in March, is a brief guide to the most important topics that printers and suppliers need to research when preparing for drupa. The findings are based on additional questions from the 9th drupa Global Trends Survey on the key technical and market developments likely to dominate drupa 2024. The report provides valuable insights and helps prepare all printers for the changes in the industry, with a large part focused on digitalisation but also sustainability and ai.

Regardless of their size, region, or market, all printers must recognize the seismic shifts in print caused by digitization. Indeed, the challenge lies in deciding where to begin, given the rapid pace of so many radical changes.

The 9th drupa Global Trends report, published in November last year, was remarkably positive given the challenges faced in the last few years. Printers and suppliers know that exploiting new technology is key to a successful future. The problem is how best to achieve this end. With this in mind, the 2023 Trends survey asked a range of questions on technology opportunities and priorities. From the replies, the authors of the study draw up six key topics, which were at the top of the Market participants’ priority lists for further research and investment:

1. The changing dynamics of analogue and digital production
2. Workflow and Automation
3. Print Embellishment and Finishing
4. Web-to Print
5. Digital Packaging and Labels
6. Sustainability and ESG

The Printz Horizons Report addresses each of these topics and explores the survey findings, complemented by commentaries from industry specialists made in a series of interviews with this report’s authors.

The changing dynamics of analogue and digital production

The majority of printers will continue to use conventional print in tandem with digital production. If implemented effectively, the two processes should complement, not compete. Digital print should be seen as a core production method.

While sheetfed toner technology still dominates the volume end of this market, inkjet in its various guises is where most supplier effort is focussed. Past simple conversations about the economic breakeven point between conventional and digital print have been overtaken by more sophisticated dialogues about how digital print can change a market and optimize production efficiency.

Investments need to be made

Print companies need to understand that investment in digital printing needs to go hand-in-hand with the digitalisation of other business processes. For example, many printers have made valiant attempts at automating individual workflows, but few have yet to tackle the bigger challenge of creating a single automated workflow from PDF to final product. This may be the time.

Artificial Intelligence will of course also play a role. No technology report is complete today without giving attention to the impact of AI. It is already used in a number of applications within the print industry and drupa 2024 will see many suppliers promoting the benefits of using AI to assist and augment human capabilities.

Sustainability and ESG

No printer or supplier can afford to ignore sustainability any longer. Increasingly actions taken to increase sustainability are also good for the bottom line and are also demanded by customers, so it is a no-brainer to tackle the task with enthusiasm.

ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) is more challenging, not least because there is no clear definition and legislators are struggling to codify what is meant. For now, printers and suppliers may wish to start with what they understand, namely formalising their CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) policy and processes.

The Print Horizons Report goes into greater detail on these topics and more and will prepare industry professionals to make the most of their time at drupa 2024. The full report in English was released in March and is available for sale from www.drupa.com. The executive summary will be available for free in German, English, French, Portuguese, Spanish and Chinese.

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Aduro Clean Technologies Provides Update on Joint Western University Research Project

Aduro Clean Technologies Inc. (“Aduro” or the “Company”)  a Canadian technology company using the power of chemistry to transform lower value feedstocks, like waste plastics, heavy bitumen, and renewable oils, into resources for the 21st century, is pleased to provide an update on its research project titled “Tuning Supercritical Fluids for Polymer Recycling to Monomers and Chemicals” in partnership with Western University.

Launched in early 2023 with a generous $1.15 million in grant funding from the NSERC Alliance and Mitacs Accelerate Grants Program, complemented by a $382,500 additional contribution from Aduro, this three-year project is to advance the company’s polymer recycling program through conscientious research, while providing high-quality training and mentoring to the project researchers to develop them as highly qualified personnel for advanced polymer recycling. Under the leadership of Dr. Paul Charpentier and Dr. Cedric L. Briens at Western University, the team has conducted rigorous studies generating a significant knowledge database that supports the objective of advancing the recycling processes.

In April 2024, Dr. Charpentier reported on the project’s current status, focusing on the innovative recycling of polyolefins like LDPE, HDPE, and PP using Hydrochemolytic technology (HCT). This research investigates the applicability of HCT, catalytic and thermal processes, and the combination thereof to maximize the conversion of mixed plastic waste into valuable chemicals and streamline the recycling processes.

The project started with the investigation of applying HCT to polymer feedstock for benchmarking and training of personnel along with a thorough literature review and search on other recycling technologies and contaminants in waste plastic across the globe. A significant part of the study focused on understanding the solubility/miscibility and effect of reaction parameters which are crucial for enhancing chemical recycling efficiency. A critical aspect of the research aimed at identifying and quantifying impurities in polyolefins and understanding the fate of those impurities in different chemical recycling processes.

The research further delved into advanced sorting and processing techniques for polyolefin waste, laying the groundwork for more precise and effective recycling methods. These comprehensive studies represent a significant leap forward in polymer recycling, setting the stage for anticipated higher sustainable and efficient upcycling of plastics into valuable products.

The current phase will investigate the behavior of contaminants under Hydrochemolytic technology and pyrolysis conditions in a methodical approach to building and enhancing the Company’s database so that when engaging with real-life waste feedstocks, the information generated becomes more useful in predicting issues when providing customer solutions. This knowledge is vital for improving recycling practices and to ensure higher efficiency and environmental benefits.

Over the duration of the project, the research program will employ a total of 19 highly skilled research members and engineers.

A key highlight of the initiative has been the successful recruitment of researchers from the program into Aduro’s team. Building on our commitment to nurturing talent, Aduro has already offered positions to outstanding graduates from the project, enabling them to continue their impactful work as full-time Aduro employees. This strategic move underscores Aduro’s belief in the importance of investing and integrating research talent as a cornerstone of innovation and progress in the clean technology sector.

“We are happy to provide this update and report on the significant project progress to date. The synergistic relationship we’ve cultivated with Western University, is not only advancing critical research but also fostering the next generation of scientific leaders to join our team,” stated Ofer Vicus, CEO of Aduro.

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