Plastics Packaging 2E Properties, Processing, Applications, and Regulations

Name: Plastics Packaging 2E Properties, Processing, Applications, and Regulations
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ISBN: 9781569903728

ISBN-10: 1569903727

ISBN-13: 9781569903728

Edition: 2nd 2004 (Revised)

Authors: Susan E. M. Selke, John D. Culter, Ruben J. Hernandez

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The increasing importance of plastic materials in packaging makes it mandatory for everyone in this industry to command a basic understanding of the properties of the common packaging plastics. The second edition of this well received book provides just that to students and packaging professionals alike: Material properties and how they relate to the chemical structure of the polymers, common processing methods for packaging applications, help with writing specifications, designing, fabricating, testing, and controlling the quality of the plastic material are covered comprehensively. Expanded and updated information on PET bottle production, retort pouches, polylactides, and plastic…

Book details

List price: $149.99
Edition: 2nd
Copyright year: 2004
Publisher: Hanser Publications
Publication date: 3/7/2016
Binding: Hardcover
Pages: 467
Size: 7.00" wide x 9.75" long x 1.25" tall
Weight: 2.332
Language: English




Introduction



Basic concepts and definitions



Polymer structure and properties



Major plastics in packaging



Additives and compounding



Adhesion, adhesives and heat sealing



Extrusion, film and sheet



Converting, lamination and coating



Flexible packaging



Thermoforming



Injection molding, closures, rotational molding, compression molding, and tubes



Blow molding and bottles



Foams, cushioning and distribution packaging



Mass transfer in polymeric packaging systems : sorption, diffusion, permeation and shelf life



U.S. regulations and plastic packaging



Environmental considerations