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Kurt Stahle a.k.a. "That Plastics Guy" brings over 30 years of experience & insight into the dynamic world of plastics.
Deep Industry Knowledge: Gain valuable insights from a veteran with hands-on experience.
Innovative Solutions: Learn about the latest trends & sustainable practices shaping the future of plastics.
Engaging Speaker: Kurt’s engaging & informative presentations make complex topics accessible &interesting.
Why Choose "That Plastics Guy"?
Kurt Stahle a.k.a. "That Plastics Guy" is a distinguished figure in the plastics industry with 30+ years of experience. Presently the President & owner of Simcoe Plastics Ltd., Kurt has an extensive career includes founding and leading multiple companies.
His expertise spans across strategic business development, financial planning, and sustainable practices in the plastics sector. He has a proven track record of securing contracts and cultivating long-lasting relationships with clients in various market segments, including agriculture, housewares, film & packaging, and construction.
With an academic background in Economics and Industrial Relations from the University of Toronto and an MBA from the Canadian School of Management, Kurt combines technical knowledge with business acumen.
His continuous professional development and commitment to the industry make him a sought-after speaker and consultant.
KURT STAHLE
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29th July 2024
We are pleased to announce Simcoe Plastics' North American distribution agreement with Bindi and her ECOrrect product, as well as production expansion into Canada.
15th July 2024
Join Kurt as he interviews Mark Stephen, the editor of Canadian Plastics. Mark talks about his career experiences, how he got involved with the publication, and trends he sees in publishing.
1st July 2024
Join Kurt and Bill Hartwick, as they discuss VFDs (servo drives) & how they bring significant savings to plastics processing equipment of any vintage. The savings are huge!
17th June 2024
Energy Conservation - What ways does your facility "win" at conservation? Where could you do more? What options exist to further conservation?
3rd June 2024
PVC is quite a versatile material...find out why, right here! Kurt discusses the basics of PVC; types, pros and cons, processing suggestions, and applications.
20th May 2024
Join me as I interview Drew Pearson, a Client Relations Manager with Crossdock Systems, as we discuss warehousing, freight, logistics, and the general business climate.
6th May 2024
Plastics make up approximately 1% of the materials we use annually to create the goods manufactured for our global consumption. Why does the industry get such bad press?
22nd April 2024
Join host Kurt, as he discusses colour dispersion. What is it, what it isn't, and how to ensure your colourant masterbatches do disperse evenly.
8th April 2024
Podcast guest, Bindi, takes us one step further to a sustainable future with the development of the ECOrrect water-soluble resins - plastic-like properties, but biodegradable in soil and marine.
25th March 2024
Join Kurt as he interviews DK, CEO of ExCista Corporation, as they discuss Silaplast. Learn how this additive is truly different and what it can do for your process and your parts.
11th March 2024
Join Kurt as he discusses the most popular means of forming plastics; injection molding. Learn the basics of melting and conveying material, and then forming and cooling.
26th February 2024
Kurt discusses the use of colourant in plastics - the importance of colour, colour temperature, basics of compounding colour, UV stabilization, and more!
12th February 2024
The cornerstone of the plastics industry; polyolefins. Comprised of polyethylene, polypropylene, and TPO these are the dominant forms of plastic that we interact with every day.
15th January 2024
Welcome to the show! In the inaugural episode, your host, Kurt Stahle, introduces himself and talks about his plastics background and discusses the BDC's 2024 financial forecast.
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