About the Podcast: Join host Kurt Stahle, "That Plastics Guy," as he shares more than four decades of plastics industry experience through discussions on materials, additives, processing, industry trends, and conversations with industry experts. Learn more: For information on the products and services discussed in this episode, visit Simcoe Plastics Limited: https://www.simcoeplastics.com/ Podcast website: https://www.thatplasticsguy.com/ Connect with Kurt: https://linktr.ee/kurt_stahle Questions or inquiries: info@simcoeplastics.com
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August 21, 2026Episode 1625 min
Introduction to Blow Molding - Tech Tip Friday
Join Kurt as he discusses the basics of blow molding. Find Simcoe Plastics Ltd. on Facebook and Instagram. Find "That Plastics Guy" on Linked-In and YouTube. Find Kurt Stahle on Linked-In as well. Subscribe to our newsletter at www.simcoeplastics.com All links here https://linktr.ee/kurt_stahle
August 14, 2026Episode 1615 min
Expanded Polypropylene - Tech Tip Friday
Joint Kurt as he gives a brief introduction to expanded polypropylene. What is it? How is it processed? Have a look at this plant tour video that discusses the EPP process. https://youtu.be/mWNVqLC0aes?si=GxqbfkQldnJSlJY0 Find Simcoe Plastics Ltd. on Facebook and Instagram. Find "That Plastics Guy" on Linked-In and YouTube. Find Kurt Stahle on Linked-In as well. Subscribe to our newsletter at www.simcoeplastics.com All links here https://linktr.ee/kurt_stahle
August 7, 2026Episode 1606 min
Taking a peek at PEEK - Tech Tip Friday
Join Kurt as he gives a brief overview of the often overlooked and misunderstood engineered resin called "PEEK". Find Simcoe Plastics Ltd. on Facebook and Instagram. Find "That Plastics Guy" on Linked-In and YouTube. Find Kurt Stahle on Linked-In as well. Subscribe to our newsletter at www.simcoeplastics.com All links here https://linktr.ee/kurt_stahle
July 31, 2026Episode 1594 min
Knowing When To Stop - Tech Tip Friday
In today's episode, Kurt talks about when you should consider halting a technical development, product trial, or other customer development processes. Find Simcoe Plastics Ltd. on Facebook and Instagram. Find "That Plastics Guy" on Linked-In and YouTube. Find Kurt Stahle on Linked-In as well. Subscribe to our newsletter at www.simcoeplastics.com All links here https://linktr.ee/kurt_stahle
July 24, 2026Episode 1586 min
Material Density - Tech Tip Friday
In today's instalment of Tech Tip Friday, Kurt weighs in on density, also referred to as specific gravity. What does it mean, and how to understand this important material specification. Find Simcoe Plastics Ltd. on Facebook and Instagram. Find "That Plastics Guy" on Linked-In and YouTube. Find Kurt Stahle on Linked-In as well. Subscribe to our newsletter at www.simcoeplastics.com All links here https://linktr.ee/kurt_stahle
July 17, 2026Episode 1576 min
Pellet Cut Types - Tech Tip Friday
Join Kurt as he discusses why pellets look different and what that means to you as a processor. Find Simcoe Plastics Ltd. on Facebook and Instagram. Find "That Plastics Guy" on Linked-In and YouTube. Find Kurt Stahle on Linked-In as well. Subscribe to our newsletter at www.simcoeplastics.com All links here https://linktr.ee/kurt_stahle
July 13, 2026Episode 15638 min
Interview with Greg Moffatt of the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada (CIAC)
On today's audio podcast, Kurt interviews Greg Moffatt, President and CEO of the Chemistry Industry Association of Canada. Learn about CIAC's background, programs, and goals with this in-depth interview of the organization's leader. Greg truly has a passion for polymers too! For further information, please go to their website https://canadianchemistry.ca/ We greatly appreciate Greg's time and the contributions he and his team make to our industry. Find Simcoe Plastics Ltd. on Facebook and Instagram. Find "That Plastics Guy" on Linked-In and YouTube. Find Kurt Stahle on Linked-In as well. Subscribe to our newsletter at www.simcoeplastics.com All links here https://linktr.ee/kurt_stahle
July 10, 2026Episode 1553 min
Removing Surface Moisture - Tech Tip Friday
Join Kurt as he gives his yearly "PSA" message about using hot air dryers to remove surface moisture on your plastic pellets. Find Simcoe Plastics Ltd. on Facebook and Instagram. Find "That Plastics Guy" on Linked-In and YouTube. Find Kurt Stahle on Linked-In as well. Subscribe to our newsletter at www.simcoeplastics.com All links here https://linktr.ee/kurt_stahle
June 26, 2026Episode 1546 min
The Benefits of TPV - Tech Tip Friday
Join Kurt as he discusses the origins of TPV, what makes it an easier polymer to work with than flexible PVC, and how to leverage this compound for your application. Find Simcoe Plastics Ltd. on Facebook and Instagram. Find "That Plastics Guy" on Linked-In and YouTube. Find Kurt Stahle on Linked-In as well. Subscribe to our newsletter at www.simcoeplastics.com All links here https://linktr.ee/kurt_stahle
June 19, 2026Episode 1535 min
TPV vs TPE - Understanding Thermoplastic Elastomers - Tech Tip Friday
Join Kurt as he talks about the high level differences between TPV and TPE materials. Both TPV and TPE are often referred to as "TPE" materials, but the chemistry and characteristics are indeed different. Find Simcoe Plastics Ltd. on Facebook and Instagram. Find "That Plastics Guy" on Linked-In and YouTube. Find Kurt Stahle on Linked-In as well. Subscribe to our newsletter at www.simcoeplastics.com All links here https://linktr.ee/kurt_stahle
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