Handbook of Industrial Polyethylene Technology
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Rating | : | 4.43 (776 Votes) |
Asin | : | 1119159768 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 1000 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2016-11-27 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
New catalysts are presented and show how they created an expansion in available products including linear low density polyethylene, high density polyethylene, copolymers, and polyethylene produced from metallocene catalysts. Numerous types of additives are presented that include additives for the protection of the resin from the environment and processing, fillers, processing aids, anti-fogging agents, pigments, and flame retardants. With these different catalysts systems a wide range of structures are possible with an equally wide range of physical properties. The business of polyethylene including markets, world capacity, and future prospects are detailed. This handbook provides the most current and complete technology assessments and business practices for polyethylene resins.. The book starts with a historical discussion on how low density polyethylene was discovered and how it provided unique opportunities in the early days. Common processing methods including extrusion, blown film, cast film, injection molding, and thermoforming are presented along with some of the more specialized processing techniques such as rotational molding, fiber processing, pipe extrusion, reactive extrusion, wire and cable, and foaming processes. The 50+ chapters are written by some of the most experienced and prominent authors in the field, providing a truly unique view of polyethylene. This handbook provides