# 158 - Compostable film revolution with Michael Waas from TIPA

- Show: [People of Packaging](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging)
- Published: 2022-10-13
- Length: 30m
- Page: https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-10-13-158-compostable-film-revolution-with-michael-waas-from-tipa
- Listen: https://encase.substack.com/p/158-compostable-film-revolution-with

## Summary

Michael Waas, Vice President of North America at TIPA, explains how his company has developed high-performance, certified compostable flexible films that match the barrier properties and machinability of conventional plastics. He details the technical differences between home and industrial compostability, highlighting TIPA's certifications from TÜV Austria and BPI, and discusses their expansion into North America with partners like Atlapac. The conversation covers specific product applications, including produce bags, garment mailers, and laminates for snacks, emphasizing the environmental benefit of diverting organic waste from landfills.

## Chapters

- [0:03](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-10-13-158-compostable-film-revolution-with-michael-waas-from-tipa#t=3) Introduction: Michael Waas and TIPA's North American Expansion
- [3:19](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-10-13-158-compostable-film-revolution-with-michael-waas-from-tipa#t=199) Michael Waas's Background at TerraCycle and Joining TIPA
- [9:47](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-10-13-158-compostable-film-revolution-with-michael-waas-from-tipa#t=587) High-Performance Barrier Properties and Machinability
- [14:17](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-10-13-158-compostable-film-revolution-with-michael-waas-from-tipa#t=857) Home Compostability, Sun Rays Bags, and Lomi Machines
- [20:11](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-10-13-158-compostable-film-revolution-with-michael-waas-from-tipa#t=1211) Product Range: Fashion, Produce, and Snack Laminates
- [23:16](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/podcast/people-of-packaging/2022-10-13-158-compostable-film-revolution-with-michael-waas-from-tipa#t=1396) Certification Standards: ASTM, EN, BPI, and TÜV Austria

## Topics

- [Materials & manufacturing processes](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/materials-and-processes)
- [Certification & compliance](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/certification-and-compliance)
- [Sustainability & circular products](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/sustainability-and-circularity)
- [Manufacturing partners & offshoring](https://hardwarepodcasts.com/topic/manufacturing-partners)

## Most relevant to

companies scaling up

## Mentioned

- TIPA (company)
- TerraCycle (company)
- Atlapac (company)
- Sun Rays (product)
- Lomi (product)
- Scotch and Soda (company)
- Eco Enclosed (company)
- BPI (other)
- TÜV Austria (other)

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