ExpertiseUpdated on 27 April 2026
Sustainable Powder Recycling & Circular Polymer Solutions for Additive Manufacturing
MSc Chemical Engineer / PMO Specialist at SOCAR Turkey R&D Innovation Co.
Izmir, Türkiye
About
EXPERTISE
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PP Powder Circularity: SOCAR R&D focuses on sustainable use of polypropylene (PP) powders in additive manufacturing processes, particularly Powder Bed Fusion – Laser Beam (PBF-LB). Our research integrates mechanical recycling techniques to reduce waste and enable repeated reuse cycles for both virgin and used PP powders.
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Material Reuse Optimization: We develop innovative strategies to extend the lifecycle of PP powders through blending, aging analysis, and reprocessing. Our aim is to maintain consistent quality in printed parts while minimizing environmental impact.
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Polymer Testing Infrastructure: Equipped with extrusion lines, molding units, and advanced analytical labs, we support full mechanical characterization and performance testing of recycled powders for industrial applications.
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Upcycling & Circular Innovation: Beyond mechanical processes, our R&D team also explores chemical recycling pathways to maximize value from polymer waste and support end-to-end circularity.
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Industrial Know-How: Backed by a skilled engineering team and international experience, SOCAR R&D combines practical know-how with innovation to advance polymer reuse in modern manufacturing.
WHAT WE CAN OFFER
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PP Powder Lifecycle Solutions: Tailored solutions to enhance the reuse and performance of PP powders in additive manufacturing.
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Collaboration in Recycling Projects: Joint research opportunities in mechanical and chemical polymer recycling and upcycling.
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Process Development & Testing: Full testing capabilities for recycled material validation and performance optimization.
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EU Project Collaboration: Seeking partnerships in Horizon Europe and similar calls focused on polymer circularity and AM sustainability.
Similar opportunities
Project cooperation
Melike Ocak Özkan
Corporate R&D Senior Specialist at Organik Kimya San. ve Tic. A.Ş.
İstanbul, Türkiye
Project cooperation
Synthesis and research studies on biopolymers
Damian Kiełkiewicz
Head of Advanced Materials and Circular Economy Research Group at Łukasiewicz ICSO
Kędzierzyn-Koźle, Poland
Expertise
María Martha Barroso Quiroga
European Projects Coordinator (Horizon Europe) at INSTITUTO TECNOLOGICO DEL EMBALAJE TRANSPORTE Y LOGISTICA
Valencia, Spain