About this Event Discover the fascinating world of plastic recycling and sustainable design in this hands-on workshop. Perfect for beginners, you'll explore how everyday plastic waste can be transformed into valuable new products using innovative techniques. Working with HDPE bottle tops (sourced locally from Today Bread in Walthamstow), you'll learn about injection moulding, 3D printing, and CNC routing while gaining insights into the wider plastic recycling industry.
What You'll Learn
- Fundamentals of plastic recycling and reuse
- Hands-on experience with injection moulding techniques
- Introduction to 3D printing with recycled materials
- Basic CNC router operation
- Overview of industrial plastic recycling processes
- Current innovations in sustainable design
- Understanding different types of plastic and their properties
Workshop Format
- Expert demonstrations by Sean Rodrigo
- Hands-on practical experience with equipment
- Interactive discussion about sustainability
- Four-hour comprehensive session
- Maximum group size of 25 participants
Location The Tool House @ Walthamstow Pumphouse Museum 10 South Access Road London, E17 8AX
What's Included
- All materials (including recycled bottle tops)
- Use of specialist equipment
- Expert instruction
- Hands-on experience with various techniques
- Potential to create sample items like coasters
Requirements
- Suitable for ages 16 and above
- No prior experience necessary
- Wear comfortable clothes that you don't mind getting messy
- Enthusiasm for sustainability and learning!
Booking Terms
- 48-hour notice required for refunds (EventBrite booking fee non-refundable)
- Tickets can be transferred to another Tool House event without losing the booking fee
- All refund requests evaluated on a case-by-case basis
Safety First Comprehensive safety instruction provided at the start of the workshop. All participants must follow safety guidelines throughout the session.
Perfect for anyone interested in sustainability, recycling innovation, and creative approaches to reducing plastic waste!
