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  • 02.10.2026 | Project Launches

    LOOPCYCLING 2

    IKV continues research into high-quality mechanical recycling of flexible plastic packaging Successful preliminary work on recycling household LDPE waste provides the foundation for the next project phase. IKV is inviting additional international technology

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  • Guide compass: Structure and content for release agent-free demolding in PUR processing
    July 9, 2026

    Guide compass: Structure and content for release agent-free demolding in PUR processing

    In this work, you will develop a guideline with recommendations for the special requirements of release agent-free demolding.

  • Component and market research for release agent-free PUR processes
    July 9, 2026

    Component and market research for release agent-free PUR processes

    The aim of your work is to use global market research to identify component classes that are particularly suitable for release agent-free demolding.

  • Development and Characterisation of a Piezoelectrically Ignited Atmospheric-Pressure Plasma Source for PECVD Processes
    June 16, 2026

    Development and Characterisation of a Piezoelectrically Ignited Atmospheric-Pressure Plasma Source for PECVD Processes

    The objective of this work is the experimental commissioning and characterization of a piezoelectric-based plasma source for PECVD deposition. The aim is to investigate how process parameters (e.g., gas flow, electrical control of the piezoelectric element, gas mixture) affect the plasma parameters and the resulting coating quality.

  • Mission Recyclable: Deinking as a key technology for high-quality material flows from packaging films
    April 15, 2026

    Mission Recyclable: Deinking as a key technology for high-quality material flows from packaging films

    The aim of your work is to investigate and evaluate the mechanisms of action of deinking on film flakes and to design a pilot plant for deinking.

  • Innovative electrolyzer components made of plastic: design & manufacturing concepts for scalable water electrolysis
    April 15, 2026

    Innovative electrolyzer components made of plastic: design & manufacturing concepts for scalable water electrolysis

    Think big when it comes to electrolysers: develop component and manufacturing ideas that reduce costs, ensure quality and finally make scaling up possible.

  • PECVD-based functional coatings for sustainable plastics applications
    March 24, 2026

    PECVD-based functional coatings for sustainable plastics applications

    Develop PECVD coatings that provide plastic products with recyclable, industry-relevant and cost-effective functional layers.

  • Modification, design and implementation of new functionalities on PECVD systems
    March 24, 2026

    Modification, design and implementation of new functionalities on PECVD systems

    Develop solutions for the modification and optimization of existing systems with a view to industrial transferability and technical feasibility.

  • Contrast generation using plasma treatments in the evaluation of microscopic structures
    March 11, 2026

    Contrast generation using plasma treatments in the evaluation of microscopic structures

    The aim of your work is to carry out selective phase contrasting on polymer blends and semi-crystalline polymers using the plasma etching technique.

  • Investigations into the influence of surface layers on mechanical component properties
    March 11, 2026

    Investigations into the influence of surface layers on mechanical component properties

    The aim of your work is to evaluate the effects of processing-related surface layers on the resulting mechanical properties of a plastic.

  • Evaluation of energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) as a quantification method for plastics analysis
    March 11, 2026

    Evaluation of energy dispersive X-ray spectroscopy (EDX) as a quantification method for plastics analysis

    The aim of your work is to evaluate EDX as a quantification method in the analysis of multiphase plastics and to develop findings and correlations

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