Waste Reduction

Waste reduction refers to the systematic approach of minimizing the amount of waste generated during the product design, innovation, research, and production processes. This practice not only enhances operational efficiency but also promotes sustainability by conserving resources and reducing environmental impact. By integrating waste reduction strategies, organizations can improve their overall productivity while fostering a culture of responsibility and innovation.

Latest Publications & Patents on Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl (PFAS)

This week: water reuse, resource recovery, recycling, circular economy, Degradation, Ecotoxicity, Perfluorooctane Sulfonate, Aeration-Assisted Cold Plasma, Triboelectric nanogenerators, sports applications, PFAS-free materials, efficiency, destruction, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), microwave plasma, reactivating, fluid resistant treatment, fabric materials, water resistant composition, oil resistant composition, fluid resistant treatment, fabric materials, protective garments, fluorocarbon free, chemical activation, camelina meal, PFOA, wastewater, Sensor, Perfluorooctanoic Acid, Molecular Imprinted Polymer, AC Electrothermal Effect

product design for circular economy

Circular Economy & Product Design Practices

Did you know every year we throw away materials worth about $2.6 trillion? These are from goods we use quickly

5S methodology

The 5S Methodology: A Guide to Lean Manufacturing Workplaces

Did you know the 5S methodology boosts productivity by 30% in manufacturing? This gain is from turning messy areas into

recycle vs upcycle

Recycle vs Upcycle: similarities and differences

An amazing 75% of aluminum made in the USA is still being used today. This is thanks to recycling. This

wastes of lean

7+1 Wastes of Lean: A Guide to Eliminating Inefficiency

Did you know that a company’s inventory waste might lock away 30-40% of its cash? This is just one issue

Toyota Production System

Toyota Production System (TPS): A Manufacturing Guide

Did you know that a Toyota car has over 30,000 parts? The Toyota Production System (TPS) makes sure each one

japanese lean history

The Japanese Lean History: Origins and Development

Did you know that in 1950, Toyota was making only 2,500 cars a year? Meanwhile, Ford was producing nearly 8,000

plastic continent

The Plastic Continent: A Growing Ocean Crisis

The term “plastic continent” brings to mind huge areas of ocean trash. It shows a serious pollution problem. Since the

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for production

All Production KPIs to Monitor and improve Production Efficiency

Are you making the most of every tool at your disposal to enhance production? Knowing and using the right Key

microplastics

Microplastics: origins, impacts and technical solutions

Did you know that plastic makes up 60% to 80% of marine waste? Shockingly, 90% of floating waste in seas

bio-sourced plastics

What are bio-sourced plastics made from?

Did you know that bioplastics can have up to a 25% smaller carbon footprint compared to traditional fossil-based plastics? Right

Recycling Lesson: If It Can’t Be Reduced Song, by Pete Seeger

Culture, Recycling & Singing: Pete Seeger was a folk music legend and social justice icon. He used his music to

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