The Science and Technology of Flexible Packaging: Multilayer Films from Resin and Process to End Use

The Science and Technology of Flexible Packaging: Multilayer Films from Resin and Process to End Use, Second Edition provides a comprehensive guide on plastic films in flexible packaging, covering scientific principles, materials properties, processes and end use considerations. Sections discuss the science of multilayer films in a concise and impactful way, presenting the fundamental understanding required to improve product design, material selection and processes. In addition, the book includes information on why one material is favored over another and how film or coating affects material properties. Descriptions and analysis of key properties of packaging films are provided from engineering and scientific perspectives. With essential scientific insights, best practice techniques, environmental sustainability information and key principles of structure design, this book provides information aids in material selection and processing, how to shorten development times and deliver stronger products, and ways to enable engineers and scientists to deliver superior products with reduced development time and cost. Provides essential information on all aspects of multilayer films in flexible packaging, including processing, properties, materials and end use Bridges the gap between scientific principles and practical challenges Includes explanations to assist practitioners in overcoming challenges Enables the reader to address new challenges, such as design for sustainability and eCommerce INDICE: 1. Introduction to Flexible Packaging Part II: Basic Processes 2. Converting Processes for Packaging 3. Packaging Equipment Part III: Material Basics 4. Commonly Used Resins and Substrates in Flexible Packaging 5. Rheology of Polymer Melts 6. Polymer Blending for Packaging Applications Part IV: Film Properties 7. Heat Seal 8. Barrier 9. Strength, Stiffness, and Abuse Resistance 10. Adhesion 11. Thermoforming, Orientation, and Shrink 12. Frictional and Optical Properties Part V: Effect of the Converting Process on Properties 13. Effect of Processing on Quality 14. Effect of Process on Properties 15. Effect of Processing on Interlayer Adhesion Part VI: End Use Considerations 16. End-use Factors Influencing the Design of Flexible Packaging Part VII: Structure Design and Modeling 17. Analytical and Modeling Tools for Structure Design and Process Optimization 18. Design for Sustainability Appendix A. Writing Multilayer Film Structures B. Examples of Flexible Packaging Film Structures

• ISBN: 978-0-323-85435-1
• Editorial: William Andrew
• Encuadernacion: Rústica
• Páginas: 800
• Fecha Publicación: 01/07/2022
• Nº Volúmenes: 1
• Idioma: Inglés