Engineering Deep Tech: Scaling Plastic Recycling Technology | James Finlayson | Impact Recycling
Description
In this episode of the Lab to Market Leadership podcast, host Chris Reichhelm speaks with James Finlayson, CTO and Co-Founder of Impact Recycling, to explore the journey of scaling their recycling technology from lab prototype to market-ready solution.
Over the past decade, James has led the development of BOSS, an innovative technology that uses fluid dynamics to separate ‘hard-to-recycle’ plastics. Achieving 98% purity in processing mixed rigid waste, BOSS has enabled Impact Recycling to secure over £70 million in contracts across the UK and Europe.
James offers deep tech founders and engineering leaders practical insights into each stage of scaling a pioneering technology. From recruiting an engineering team to creating an effective company culture and embracing the responsibilities of a technology leader, this episode delivers actionable advice for advancing from initial research to commercial success.
Whether you’re a deep tech founder, engineering lead, or an aspiring entrepreneur, tune in to gain valuable insights on scaling transformative technology for impactful, real-world application and success.
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Podcast Production: Beauxhaus
United States
