Workshop on Plastics, Rubber and Recycling
Presentation
ETRA and AIMPLAS are organizing a dynamic workshop designed to explore new opportunities in the implementation of EU-funded projects, focused on the valorization of tire, rubber, and plastic recycling.
The aim of this workshop is to address various challenges in the elastomeric materials sector by providing a dynamic platform for knowledge sharing and opportunity exploration.
The first day will feature simultaneous networking sessions that include project presentations, collaboration opportunities, and interactive workshops to foster the exchange of ideas and build professional relationships.
The second day will focus on presentations by experts from AIMPLAS and ETRA, addressing key topics such as the latest R&D technologies, market trends, cooperation programs, upcoming calls, and other funding opportunities.
Programme
Agenda
Face-to-face pitch sessions between each participant and experts to discuss your project idea.
The main goal of this activity is to give participants the opportunity to present their project ideas to experts from ETRA and AIMPLAS in a confidential environment, fostering synergies and enabling the development of new projects.
*To apply for a place, please tick the appropriate box on the registration form. The maximum capacity will be 30 people and the order of registration will be strictly respected.
- Presentations
- Guided tour of AIMPLAS
- Networking Space
- Tyre Recycling sector and market, obstacles, challenges, opportunities – some input for cross cutting disruptive project ideas. Ettore Musacchi, ETRA
- What are the limits and potentials of recycled rubber – Overview of projects done and future options. Fabrizio Quadrini, ETRA
- Water Jet Technology and OTR, use and performance of output materials, applications and future developments, new project ideas. Silvestro Mennella, Piave Tyres
- Investments and business opportunities for tyre recycling projects. Enrico Fiore, Rover Research
- Q&A session
- Expertise, Activities and Services of AIMPLAS. Alejandro Hounie, AIMPLAS
- Mechanical recycling of elastomeric wastes: trends and innovative technologies. Javier Grau, AIMPLAS
- Chemical recycling of elastomeric waste: an opportunity to close the loop. Santiago Llopis, AIMPLAS
- Mechanical testing of elastomeric materials. Daniel Ruso, ZwickRoell
- Repurpose: Designing new sustainable elastomers. Belén Monje, AIMPLAS
- Recicautxu: De-vulcanisation of rubber to improve the properties of sustainable materials in construction. Vicent Martínez, AIMPLAS
- Greenfu: A new upcycling for ELT: thermoplastic elastomers. Ana Mangas, AIMPLAS
- Q&A session
- Horizon Europe: present and upcoming. European expert
- Opportunities for R&D in Europe. Itziar Carracedo, AIMPLAS
- The logic and key issues of EU funded project –Tricks and Tips for good proposal. Ana Palanca, AIMPLAS
- Q&A session
Language
- The language of the presentations will be English *There will be no simultaneous translation service
Prices
Group Discount:
20% group discount for the third and the following registered assistants from the same company.
Not included:
The event registration does not include accommodation.
Sponsorship
- Promotion of your company during the event and logo placement on the signage, promotion materials and digital communications
- Interview on a sectoral media outlet
- Moderation of a thematic segment of the conference
- List of attendees (subject to prior authorisation)
- Invitations to the event for your company personnel
- Presentation at the conference (subject to approval by the Technical Committee)
- Welcome-desk in the event venue
- Mention in the press releases
Practical information
Location
The event will take place at the facilities of AIMPLAS, the Plastics Technology Centre
Address
València Parc Tecnològic C. Gustave Eiffel 4 46980 Paterna Valencia, ESPAÑA
Organizers
ETRA is an independent, member-driven European Association open to those involved in the diverse activities that contribute to the tyre recycling industry. It originated from a project created in 1990 and funded in 1992 to unify the disparate elements of tyre recycling in Europe. ETRA’s mission is to formalize tyre recycling as an independent, multi-sectoral industry engaged in a comprehensive chain of activities aimed at protecting the environment and enhancing quality of life through the creation of new businesses and jobs. This is achieved through focused advocacy and cooperative actions to improve professional standards and develop quality guidelines for products and materials. A key goal is to promote cost-effective, environmentally sound, and commercially viable tyre recycling activities. ETRA closely collaborates with material and product developers and participates in a variety of EU and state-funded projects to explore and exploit new markets.
More than 30 years of experience in the plastics industry. We provide solutions to companies throughout the value chain, from raw material manufacturers to plastic processors and end users. Our purpose is twofold:
- We add value to companies so that they can create wealth and provide employment.
- We work to solve the challenges facing the use of plastic in today’s society in order to improve people’s quality of life and ensure environmental sustainability.
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