Materials Engineering Podcasts | Expert Insights from Envalior

Fishing nets make up nearly half of the ocean pollution in the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. Raising awareness of this ocean pollution problem is something Bernard Werk, a Dutch entrepreneur, set out to do when creating the startup Gyre and the SeaCleaner Watch. During this podcast, he discusses what inspired him to create the watch; the startup’s values; why it was a must to use a recycled material to make part of the watch; and why Akulon® RePurposed was the material of choice for Gyre.

Imagine that you go on a beach vacation with your family—when at the beach, the sand tools you purchased to use with your children break. This type of experience put Lee Ott, founder of Pufferfish, on the path to create the startup company that makes premium sand tools. During this podcast, Ott discusses why Akulon® RePurposed was the material of choice for the sand tools. Also, learn how this recycled materials solution contributes to a cleaner ocean.

Gears are found in a variety of applications—from automotive and household appliance applications to robotic applications found in automated facilities. Traditionally, gears in demanding applications are made from metal, but there is an increasing demand for plastic gears. Adnan Hasanovic, Technical Manager, discusses the history of gears, how to select the proper materials solution based on gear application, the future of gears in automotive applications, and more.

Driven by eco-innovation, a focus on quality and performance, and a positive contribution to the environment and society, DSM’s Akulon® RePurposed is made from abandoned nylon fishing nets that are cut up, cleaned, extruded and inspected. During this podcast, Reimo Nickel, account manager, discusses this recycled materials solution and how it contributes to a cleaner ocean and sustainable livelihoods for several communities in India; sustainability product trends, and more.

Healthcare professionals are occupationally exposed to infectious diseases while working in many medical settings, including hospitals, medical and dental offices, clinics, and emergency rooms. Physicians, nurses, technicians and clinical laboratory workers all want to be protected from exposure to infectious diseases. Andre Oosterlaken discusses how Arnitel VT offers the highest protection level, along with comfort, in disposable medical gowns and drapes. He also talks about the future of medical

Pim Janssen explains how the food contact safety market's globalization has effected the design and manufacture of these products; how DSM is helping manufacturers overcome some of the challenges faced in the market, sustainable materials solutions, and more.   For more information on this topic, visit www.dsm.com/EngineeringMaterials.