June 11th, 2025
from 10:15 to 15:30
A conference series dedicated to professionals working in the field of polymers and additives, aimed at examining case studies, discovering the latest industry developments, and exploring current topics — from regulatory changes to bio-based materials, from photovoltaics to fire safety, and recycling.
The event, organized by the Institute of Mechanical Engineering and Materials Technology (MEMTi) in collaboration with and , is the first of four sessions that will take place between June and November.
Program
- 10:15 - 10:30 Welcome and Introduction
- 10:30 - 11:15 Inside the polymers
Prof. Lidia Castoldi - Politecnico di Milano, Dipartimento di Energia, Laboratory of Catalysis and Catalytic Processes
- 11:15 - 11:45 Global plastic trends
Prof. Andrea Castrovinci - University of Applied Sciences and Artsof Southern Switzerland-¾«¶«Ó°Òµ, Department of Innovative Technologies
- 11:45 - 12:30 Stabilizationof polymers: state of the art and trends
Roberto Todesco, Senior Technical Specialist Additives – RTV consulting
- 12:30 - 13:30 Lunch Break
- 13:30 - 14:15 Recyclingof flame retardant plastic products
Micaela Lorenzi, CEO di Greenchemicals
- 14:15 - 15:00 The twin screw extruderfor compounding
Massimo Ricci, Expert Sales Manager – Krauss Maffei Extrusion
- 15:00 - End of the online conference. Lab tour for in-person participants.
Registration and Information
Registration is possible by filling out the dedicated , with the option to attend either in person or remotely.
For more information about the program and upcoming sessions, please visit the .