The Plastics Industry in Western Europe
Author: Wolfgang Glenz
Publisher:
Published: 1984
Total Pages: 170
ISBN-13:
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Volume Polymers in North America and Western Europe
Author: W. C. Kuhlke
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Published: 2001
Total Pages: 242
ISBN-13: 9781859572382
DOWNLOAD EBOOKEuropean Plastic Pipes Market
Author: Trevor Stafford
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Published: 2001
Total Pages: 150
ISBN-13: 1859572375
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis report has the objective of bringing together information from a broad spectrum of polymer and pipe supply technology and relating it to the regional and demographic trends of the demand side. This approach will enable readers to view their own more detailed market information within a broader context and consequently gain a more complete understanding of long term trends.
Plastics and the Environment
Author: I. Boustead
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Published: 1994
Total Pages: 120
ISBN-13: 9781859570166
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPlastics possess some special characteristics but most of the potential environmental problems and their solutions are common to other materials and industries. This review considers their environmental impact in terms of industrial systems (e.g. eco-profile and life-cycle systems), and looks at energy consumption and recovery, as well as recycling. An additional indexed section containing several hundred abstracts from the Rapra Polymer Library database provides useful references for further reading.
Food Contact Polymeric Materials
Author: J.A. Sidwell
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Published: 1992
Total Pages: 122
ISBN-13: 9780902348691
DOWNLOAD EBOOKPolymeric materials have revolutionised the way we package store and even cook our food. We now buy soft and alcoholic drinks in transparent, lightc099 plastic bottles, and precooked meals in plastic trays which we reheat in a microwave or conventional oven. This state-of-the-art review draws together the legal framework within which the industry must work, with the technological advances being made both in materials performance and the analysis of migrating monomers and additives. An additional indexed section containing several hundred abstracts from the Rapra Polymer Library database provides useful references for further reading.
Plastics Waste
Author: Arnold Tucker
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Published: 2002
Total Pages: 136
ISBN-13: 9781859573310
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis report examines the issue of converting plastics waste into energy and/or useful chemicals. Much plastic material is discarded as waste, such as packaging and end-of-life vehicle components. This report introduces the different waste management options. It discusses the methods available for treating mixed plastics waste and PVC-rich plastics waste. The emphasis in this report is on technologies which are already being used or assessed for use on a commercial scale. Comparisons are made between the different types of recycling currently available in terms of life cycle assessment and environmental impact. Feedstock recycling is discussed extensively in this review. This report is accompanied by around 400 abstracts from papers in the Rapra Polymer Library database.
Developments in Colorants for Plastics
Author: Ian Christensen
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 134
ISBN-13: 9781859573730
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAt a time when it is critical to many plastics processors to add value to products, colorants are an essential part of the additives repertoire. Plastics are often processed at very high temperatures and shear, and products are exposed to heat and light. Colorants must tolerate these conditions to function adequately. This Rapra Review Report provides practical information for plastics processors with regard to colorant selection and the range of products and effects available. The review is accompanied by around 400 abstracts from the Rapra Polymer Library database, to facilitate further reading on this subject.
Engineering and High Performance Plastics Market Report
Author: David K. Platt
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Published: 2003
Total Pages: 202
ISBN-13: 9781859573808
DOWNLOAD EBOOKRegulation of Food Packaging in Europe and the USA
Author: Derek J Knight
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 134
ISBN-13: 9781859574713
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAnnotation A wide variety of plastics are used in food-contact applications and it is important that such plastics do not affect the food with which they come into contact. The objective of food packaging legislation is to protect the consumer by controlling the contamination of food by chemicals transferred from the packaging. Food packaging regulations are constantly under revision, and differ significantly between Europe and the USA. This report provides a clearly written summary of the current legislation surrounding the use of plastics in contact with food. It discusses the plastics used in food packaging, their characteristics and applications. This review is accompanied by around 400 abstracts from papers and books in the Rapra Polymer Library database.
Designing with Plastics
Author: P. R. Lewis
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Published: 1993
Total Pages: 116
ISBN-13: 9780902348752
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn this report Dr Lewis surveys the current state of the art in designing with plastics, in terms of materials properties and processing technologies. He also considers the legal implications of intellectual property and product liability, as well as ergonomic and aesthetic design, parts consolidation and recyclability. His review is supported throughout by references to key processes and applications, including many well known consumer products, and further information can be derived from the 435 abstracts of published papers which complete the report.
