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🌍 What is PET in the World of Plastics? Polyethylene Terephthalate (PET) is a widely used thermoplastic polymer known for its versatility and recyclability. Let's break down its key features: 🔬 Material Properties: PET is part of the polyester family, making it strong, durable, and resistant to moisture. It is highly transparent, which is why you’ll often see it in clear plastic bottles. 🔥 Melt Flow: With a melting point around 260°C, PET can be processed through various methods like injection molding, extrusion, and blow molding. Its melt flow rate typically ranges from 6-12 g/10min, making it suitable for high-precision applications. 🏗️ Uses: PET is most commonly used in beverage bottles, food packaging, and synthetic fibers for textiles. It’s also making waves in 3D printing filaments due to its strength and thermal stability. In industries such as automotive and electronics, PET’s properties provide lightweight, high-performance solutions. ⚙️ Challenges: One technical challenge with PET is its sensitivity to moisture, which can degrade the material during processing. It also tends to crystallize, which can affect clarity and mechanical properties. Balancing PET’s crystallization during manufacturing is crucial for maintaining product quality. Additionally, while PET is recyclable, repeated recycling can impact its molecular integrity, making it less desirable for high-grade applications. 💡 PET is an essential player in the plastics industry, but as with any material, optimizing its processing and addressing technical hurdles is key to unlocking its full potential. #plastics #PET #manufacturing #materials #sustainability #recycling #innovation

🚨 Join Us at the Recycling and Waste Management Expo! 🚨 We will be exhibiting at the Recycling Expo on 15-16th October at the ExCeL Exhibition Centre London. Visit us at Stand BB81 to explore our full range of plastic and textile sorting devices, designed for identifying a variety of materials like polycottons, polyolefins, rubbers, and more! 🔍 What to expect: ♻️See our innovative sorting devices in action. ♻️Meet the team behind the technology—ask questions, and get expert advice! ♻️Test the devices yourself and discover how they can streamline your recycling process. For more event details, check out the program here: https://lnkd.in/e54SDuMq We look forward to seeing you at Stand BB81! #RecyclingExpo #PlasticRecycling #TextileRecycling

Interesting insights especially around elastane production

It was great to speak at Imperial College London today, where I talked about our (Matoha Instrumentation Ltd.) entrepreneurial journey and also introduced a new lab for undergraduate chemists. In collaboration with Benji Fenech Salerno of the Department of Chemistry, we created a lab where undergraduates will use our NIR spectrometers to measure the spectra of plastics, analyse the data and use them to identify unknown samples. In a subsequent lab, they will chemically recycle the polymers, teaching them not only about chemistry and spectroscopy, but also about the challenges of #circulareconomy and #recycling. As a bonus, I got to sit back in the seat where Hans Hon Sang Chan and I designed our first prototypes while (totally) listening to our undergrad lectures. It was really nice to be back!

Exciting news! Matoha was recently featured in an article discussing our Fabritell device, a powerful tool for manual textile waste sorting. We were thrilled to showcase this at the Dornbirn-GFC in Austria! Fabritell is designed to help accelerate fibre-to-fibre recycling with quick and accurate fabric identification. A big thanks to our team and partners for making this possible and Innovation in Textiles #textilerecycling #fabricrecycling #recycling https://lnkd.in/eFvGcrym

🌍 Big changes are on the horizon for textile recycling in the U.S., with California leading the way. The state's groundbreaking SB-707 bill, the first of its kind, is poised to transform how we approach textile waste, setting a potential blueprint for other states and countries to follow. 💡 What could this mean for the future of sustainable fashion and textile recovery? 🔍 Sorting innovations are at the heart of progress: New AI-driven sorting systems, enhanced digital IDs, and advanced recycling technologies are making it easier to separate and process textiles for reuse. These developments are crucial to creating high-quality, recycled fibers that can compete with virgin materials. 🏗️ Building out infrastructure is essential: It’s not just about the tech—we need major investments in logistics and collection systems. From curbside textile collection to more efficient material recovery centers, the infrastructure must grow to meet the demands of increased recycling. 📈 A thriving market for recycled materials: Success hinges on expanding markets for recycled textiles. Consumer education, transparency, and stronger networks for reusing these materials are all part of closing the loop on textile waste. 👕 Quality before quantity: Circularity starts with producing durable, high-quality garments that are worn, repaired, and reused before being recycled. The focus should always be on reducing waste at its source. 💼 For those in impact investment, philanthropy, and sustainability-focused businesses—what’s your next move? Will California's new legislation open doors to fund cutting-edge recycling tech, infrastructure upgrades, or circular market expansion? Should we push for similar policies worldwide, is this the answer to accelerating progress toward a fully circular textile economy by 2030? ♻️

It was an honour for Matoha Instrumentation Ltd. to be invited to present alongside other innovators in textile waste sorting at the Dornbirn-GFC. We were excited to see the advances in identification and separation of textile waste by material - every and any approach will play a critical role in achieving true circularity in the fashion industry! ♻️ Thank you to everyone who visited our booth, Hans Hon Sang Chan had a great time meeting everyone and seeing the enthusiasm towards our material identification scanners. Thank you again to Dornbirn-GFC, and we hope to reconnect with many of you in the future.

🌿 Avoid Allergic Reactions with Accurate Fabric Identification! 🌿 A testimonial from a satisfied customer using our FabriTell device to improve their life: "I’m very sensitive to synthetic fabrics and recently discovered that clothing labels don’t always tell the truth when claiming '100% cotton.' After researching, I found that the Fabritell unit offers the perfect balance of features like software updates and portability. Now, I can easily verify fabric composition and protect myself from allergic reactions to certain garments. I’m so passionate about this service that I wanted to share it with others." — Howard B. Richman Howard has actually gone on to offer the fabric ID services to others who are sensitive to synthetic fabrics If you’ve ever questioned the fabrics in your wardrobe or need fabric identification tools, we’re here to help! #fabrictesting #allergies #Fabritell #textileverification #garmentindustry

Exciting to see our plastic device in action, ensuring that only suitable feedstock enters the plastic recycling system. It’s all about maintaining quality and efficiency in the recycling process, driving sustainability forward one step at a time. Proud to contribute to a greener future! ♻️ #Sustainability #Recycling #Innovation