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Process Quality in Plastic Recycling: How It Is Managed at Trifol
Quality in plastic recycling is defined within the process, not at final testing.
This article explores how feedstock variability, real-time monitoring and structured testing shape process control and ensure consistent output at industrial scale.

Trifol Team
5 days ago3 min read


How Process Performance Is Defined in Practice at Trifol
Process performance in plastic recycling is defined in daily operations, not design.
This article explores how quality control, coordination and operational discipline shape system behaviour and enable consistent output at industrial scale.

Trifol Team
Apr 93 min read


Process Control in Plastic Recycling: A Data-Driven View from Trifol
In industrial plastic recycling technology , process control is not defined by reaching target conditions. It is defined by how the system behaves under them. At Trifol, plastic waste is converted into high-value materials through thermal decomposition . The process itself is well understood. What determines performance is how consistently the system operates as conditions change. This perspective is based on real plant data and operational work, including insights from Engin

Trifol Team
Apr 72 min read


What Is Thermal Decomposition — And Why It’s Often Called “Pyrolysis”
Most plastic doesn’t disappear. It doesn’t break down. And in many cases, it can’t be recycled in any meaningful way. Yet when the conversation turns to how plastic can be transformed, one term appears again and again — “pyrolysis.” It is a word that often carries confusion and sometimes negative associations. At the same time, a closely related term — thermal decomposition — is used to describe essentially the same process, but in more precise and neutral terms. So what is

Trifol Team
Mar 304 min read


In Loving Memory of Dr. Ruben Rodriguez Quintero
It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Ruben Rodriguez Quintero , our Chief Executive Officer, on 14 December 2025. He was an exceptional leader, a mentor to many, and a truly remarkable human being. Dr. Rodriguez Quintero dedicated his life to advancing sustainable innovation, scientific excellence, and responsible leadership. He was widely respected and deeply admired for his integrity, compassion, and unwavering commitment to people, always leading wi

Trifol Team
Dec 16, 20251 min read


Trifol dispatches the first shipment of pyrolysis oil to Shell, a landmark move for Irish clean tech
This positions the Tipperary-based firm as a key player in Europe's circular plastics market. Tipperary, Ireland – March 2025 — Trifol...

Trifol Team
Apr 2, 20251 min read


CEO Insight: Trifol’s First Commercial Delivery
We are pleased to share a milestone moment for Trifol — completing our first commercial delivery. In this short video, our CEO, Dr. Ruben...

Trifol Team
Mar 27, 20251 min read


August Newsletter: Plastic2WaxLife Project
Strengthening Our Mission for a Sustainable Future. Great progress and new opportunities for collaboration have been made over the past...

Trifol Team
Sep 25, 20242 min read


Trifol Resources and Shell Sign Supply Agreement on Pyrolysis Oil from Waste Plastic
Tipperary, Ireland – August 15, 2024 : Trifol Resources Limited has entered into a supply agreement with Shell Chemicals Europe B.V. to...

Trifol Team
Sep 3, 20241 min read


July Newsletter: Project Plastic2WaxLife
Project Plastic to Wax Life: Advancing Sustainable Plastic Recycling Dear Supporters and Stakeholders, Welcome to the July edition of the...

Trifol Team
Jul 30, 20242 min read


Transforming Plastic Waste: The Plastic2WaxLife Project
The pressing need for innovative solutions to plastic waste has never been more apparent. The Plastic2WaxLife project, led by Trifol , ...

Trifol Team
Jul 18, 20242 min read


Transforming Vision into Reality: Trifol's Journey of Progress
At 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐟𝐨𝐥, we believe that actual progress stems from our commitment to transforming intentions into actions. Our state-of-the-art...

Trifol Team
Jul 9, 20241 min read
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