The Research Behind Imerys’ more sustainable polymers supporting the circular economy
Imerys, the world leader in mineral-based specialties, is proud to present the seventh episode of "The Research Behind," offering an inside look at our state-of-the-art science and technology processes and centers.
In this episode, we travel to the coast of Cornwall, UK, to the Imerys Technology Center (ITC) Par Moor to meet Mike Bird, an expert scientist with 39 years of experience in quality, analytics, and polymer development.
From a young age, Mike was "taking things apart to see how they worked." Today, he uses that same curiosity to solve complex challenges for the plastic and rubber industries. He leads a talented team of polymer technicians to the forefront of the automotive industry’s transition toward carbon footprint reduction and circularity.
What to Expect in Episode 7?
- Polwhite™ LOOP & Circular Economy: Go behind the scenes of a project that gives new life to material that would otherwise go to waste. This innovative product, engineered from pegmatite production streams, serves as an optimal barrier for various applications, including tire inner liners.
- The Digital Edge: Why the future of R&D belongs to those who master their data. Learn how Imerys uses Artificial Intelligence to predict material performance and accelerate the transition towards a circular economy.
- The Power of Mentorship: Mike shares how he fosters an environment where "innovative ideas can flourish," bridging nearly four decades of experience with the energy of the next generation.
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About "The Research Behind" Series
At Imerys, our scientists are the "Enablers of Tomorrow." This series takes you inside our global innovation hubs from Brazil to Japan to meet the experts who are redefining what mineral-based specialties can do for a more sustainable world.
Imerys is proud to present the final portrait in our "The Research Behind" video series. Throughout this series, we have offered an unprecedented look into our science and technology process by highlighting the scientists driving our innovation. To conclude our individual expert profiles, we travel to our Graphite & Carbon technology satellite in Kawasaki, Japan, to meet Sanghoon Kim.
Imerys continues its global journey through "The Research Behind" series, offering an expert-led look into the innovations shaping a more sustainable industry. Episode 6 highlights the groundbreaking work being conducted at the Imerys Technology Center in Tianjin, where the Group is addressing global challenges in energy storage and material circularity.
Imerys, the world leader in mineral-based specialties for industry, is proud to continue "The Research Behind" video series, offering an unprecedented look into our science and technology processes. This series highlights the brilliant minds and groundbreaking work of our teams worldwide.
Imerys, the world leader in mineral-based specialties for industry, is proud to continue "The Research Behind," our video series offering an in-depth look into our science and technology process, driving our products and solutions. This series highlights the brilliant minds, and the groundbreaking work of our teams worldwide.