Plastics in Packaging
Plastics in Packaging

Author: R. Beswick

Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 154

ISBN-13: 1859573290

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This report provides an overview of the plastic packaging supply chain from materials to disposal. Information is included on market sizes and trends relevant to this chain. It includes a review of key factors affecting the industry, such as the need for recycling, and new developments in plastics used in packaging. This report includes a description of plastic material types and properties relevant to packaging. Tables of comparative data are included.

Plastics Additives
Plastics Additives

Author: Geoffrey Pritchard

Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 9781859574997

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The additive families are considered with an outline of the technical issues and the trends driving the markets. The main marketplaces for each additive type are discussed and the trends outlined. It contains an overview of the significant trends in the four largest plastics market sectors: packaging, construction, automotive and electrical and electronics. The report focuses on the important issues within Europe, with comment on the relevant trends in North America and Asia. The report provides discussion of the trends in material consumption and specific additive groups. It also includes brief company news and information for some of the leading additive suppliers.