Institute for Plastics Processing (IKV)

The Institute for Plastics Processing in Industry and Craft at RWTH Aachen University, known as IKV, conducts research and provides education in plastics technology. Its work covers processing methods, materials, component design, and industrial production, with the circular economy among its research priorities. IKV collaborates with companies through research projects, testing, consulting, and technical services. In the LoopCycling project, it investigates improved recycling and decontamination of household packaging waste, including the removal of printing inks.