A new book published by Plastics Information Direct explores and
explains the three key processes used to manufacture multilayered plastic
films: extrusion coating, lamination and coextrusion. Films for applications
such as food packaging and medical products demand a range of properties such
as heat-sealability, puncture resistance, controlled gas transmission, product
resistance, transparency or opacity and the ability to be printed and
sterilized. Multilayer film structures provide properties and performance which
could not be achieved by a single material, while also exploiting cheap and
easily processed polymers – primarily polyethylene. All three processes
described can be used in their manufacture, and in combination they provide yet
more options and benefits. One role of this book is to explain when each should
be used.
Described as a complete process manual, this practical book is written
for the industry professional engaged in the development, production or
specification of films. It will enable the reader to optimize product
performance and evaluate the most cost effective solutions, with useful
information on the key polymers and substrates used.
This is a practical process manual filled with useful advice, describing
the effects of machine design, process variables and materials selection. The
guiding principle applied in this manual is that of cause and effect. This is
achieved by integrating experimental data and computer modelling with the
author’s extensive experience to arrive at conclusions and recommendations
based on quantitative data. The author, Bert Gregory, spent 35 years working in
the plastics industry. He also offers sufficient theory for the student or
industry newcomer who wishes to understand how the processes work. Designers
and end-users will find plenty of information on the properties and performance
that can be obtained. Clear illustrations are provided throughout.
Plastics Information Direct
www.pidbooks.com
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