That Plastics Guy
On the latest episode of That Plastics Guy, Kurt Stahle shares practical, experience-driven insights on how purging compounds can help processors reduce downtime, improve efficiency, and keep production running smoothly.
Drawing on decades of real-world processing knowledge, he breaks down the following topics:
- How purge compounds can help increase machine uptime
- Situations where purging may not be advantageous
- Building effective purging procedures around your equipment
- Looking beyond cost per pound when calculating real savings
- An overview of different types of purge compounds
Interested in implementing purging solutions or learning more about the products and technical support available? Contact Simcoe Plastics Ltd. to discuss your application and processing needs.
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Why Purge? Leveraging Commercial Purging Compounds for Maximum Uptime
9th February 2026
Kurt offers his insights supporting the use of purging compounds to maximize machine uptime.
He breaks down when purging compounds make sense, when they may not be the right fit, and how to build a practical purging procedure tailored to your specific equipment and operation.
Discussing the Skilled Trades with Darryl Gratrix
19th January 2026
Join Kurt and returning guest Darryl Gratrix of NexGen Skilled Trades.
Darryl shares insights of how Ontario's education system is responding to the need for more skilled trades people.
A meaningful conversation that deeply effects our society and future economic growth.
Please listen if you have (or know) high school age kids.
Polystyrene Recycling Alliance (PSRA): A Follow-up Interview
24th November 2025
Join Kurt as he welcomes back to the show, Justin Riney. Justin tells us about different projects the PSRA has worked on throughout North America in 2025 - including infrastructure investments to increase polystyrene recycling and new partnerships.
We also discuss how legislation can positively impact the work of plastics recycling and what's in store for Justin at the PSRA in the coming year.
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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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The Sustainability Commercial Manager for the Americas, for INEOS Styrolution America, LLC & Member of the Polystyrene Recycling Alliance (PSRA).
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