That Plastics Guy
In the latest episode, Kurt talks about entrepreneurship and his decision to purchase a company and "go it alone".
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Going Alone...when entrepreneurship is YOUR path
3rd November 2025
Kurt talks about his decision to purchase Simcoe Plastics and "go it alone". Entrepreneurship is rewarding, challenging, and exhilarating...but, full of responsibility, discipline, and intellect.
If you believe being an entrepreneur is your chosen path, you really need to ask yourself if you have the skills, support, and industry knowledge to not only forge this path, but to succeed. Reach out if you want to connect and talk about it!
Plastic: How did we get here?
6th October 2025
Kurt revisits videos he created several years ago that addressed our increasing reliance on the family of commodities known as plastic.
From cost to produce, to ease of processing, to custom tailored products; plastics are incredibly versatile, and pretty hard to beat. Think about your own patterns of consumption. How can you make educated decisions and have a positive impact?
Flow Modifiers
8th September 2025
Kurt discusses the various types of additives that are used to alter the flow characteristics of resins.
Broadly speaking, they can be grouped into two types; those that mix mechanically with the resin to reduce friction when flowing, and those that directly target a key area of the material's chemistry to alter viscosity (resistance to flow).
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Podcaster - Kurt Stahle, also known as That Plastics Guy, brings decades of experience, curiosity, and passion to every conversation. With a background spanning manufacturing, materials science, and product innovation, Kurt dives deep into the stories shaping the plastics industry today. His mission is to connect people, ideas, and breakthroughs that drive smarter, more sustainable solutions in plastics and beyond.
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