Each year, we produce billions of pounds of plastic. Only about 25% of this plastic is actually recycled. So where does the rest end up? Much of that plastic ends up in our oceans and landfills. The accumulation of this plastic has left us with a serious problem that must be dealt with.
Our team at Superior Filament has made it a mission of ours to create a company in which we can help solve our world’s problems with the development of technology and innovation. Our first step: cleaning up our environment. The 3D filament we have created is made directly from 100% recycled and biodegradable materials; helping not only our environment, but making 3D-printing an eco-friendly technology.
Purchasing one spool of our PET filament is equivalent to preventing 120 water bottles from reaching our oceans.
Over the past year, we have developed 3 different strands of filament and are currently working on developing several others. With the support from the MTEC SmartZone, and Michigan Technological University our team has been able to reach the point in which we are just about ready to launch our startup.
Collect Plastic Waste
Regrind Plastic Into Pellet Form
Create Individual Spools
The Power Is Now In Your Hands
We Donate $1 For Every Spool Sold
We also use our own, eco-friendly desiccant bags to keep the moisture out of your filament. The bags are filled with dry-wall which contains 95% recycled materials and works just as well as traditional desiccants.
We have already received over $19,000 in seed funding through various competitions and we are well on our way towards launching our startup. We just need a little help.
Although our campaign goal is to raise $10,000, we have prepared for the chance that we raise more. Below, is a detailed list describing how we will use your contributions.
$10,000:
$15,000
Plastic pollution is not only harmful to our environment, but also effects our personal health. Fish end up eating particles of plastic and the toxins are passed to us when we eat seafood. The consumption of this seafood has been linked to certain cancers.
3D-printing is becoming a very saturated market, presenting a great challenge. However, we have entered this industry with a passion in our hearts and a drive for success. Our team has set out to make a difference, and with your support, we know we can make this happen. Our vision at Superior Filament is to create a large enterprise that solves problems around the globe through innovation and the use of technologies. Thank you again for your support!
In addition to your contribution, please share our video with your friends and family.
If you decide not to contribute, that is fine too. However, we do encourage you to go out and find your own unique way towards making a difference. Because here at Superior Filament, we truly believe that:
Together, we can Change the World
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