Plastic waste will be used for 3D printing consumables: a unique extruder was created in Kazakhstan

The development belongs to scientists from KazGASA

Translated with AI from the Russian original.

Students and specialists from the FabLab laboratory of the International Educational Corporation (KazGASA) have developed an innovative extruder for processing plastic waste into filament for 3D printing. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Kazakhstan.

The project has become a clear example of the implementation of sustainable development principles in educational and research activities.
Press service of the Ministry of Science and Higher Education of Kazakhstan

The development was implemented within the framework of the national environmental initiative "Taza Kazakhstan". The creation of the extruder emphasizes KazGASA's strategic course towards the implementation of sustainable development goals.

The FabLab laboratory is engaged in environmental initiatives, paying attention to the rational use of resources. Young scientists strive to create closed-loop technologies.

The press service emphasized that the extruder is an example of a practice-oriented approach to learning. The resulting filament can be used for 3D printing in other projects.

Read more materials on the topic:

  • Small biogas plant nOa One M delivered from Germany to KarTU
  • Energy-generating exercise bike created at Ualikhanov University
  • Production of solar panels established at the PTI

Now on the front page

Advanced achievements in mechanics and robotics discussed at the WCMSE–2026 congress in Almaty

Advanced achievements in mechanics and robotics discussed at the WCMSE–2026 congress in Almaty

The event brought together scientists and industrialists from 18 countries

Small telecom operators will gain access to Kazakhtelecom networks in villages

Small telecom operators will gain access to Kazakhtelecom networks in villages

The “VOLS SNP 1.0” project was implemented in 2020 with the support of Transtelecom

Kazakhstanis among the best at the Fizmat AI Olympiad in Almaty

Kazakhstanis among the best at the Fizmat AI Olympiad in Almaty

Schoolchildren from 15 countries competed in the final of the international artificial intelligence olympiad

High-speed internet is now available on board Air Astana's Airbus A321LR

High-speed internet is now available on board Air Astana's Airbus A321LR

The service is provided free of charge until January 31, 2027

Kraken enters the digital asset market of Kazakhstan

Kraken enters the digital asset market of Kazakhstan

The daily trading volume on the crypto exchange is around $1.3 billion

Third supercomputer to be launched in Kazakhstan by the end of 2026

Third supercomputer to be launched in Kazakhstan by the end of 2026

Tokayev urged the authorities to ensure the transition to a digital economy