This comprehensive study of extrusion coating technology describes in detail all aspects of this process by combining experimental data with computer modeling and the authors' thirty years of experience. This methodology provides deeper insight, clarity and assistance in problem solving for engineers and technologists engaged in this industry.
The integration of experimental data with powerful PC software is a unique aspect which, facilitates the understanding of the complex interactions inherent to this process.
This manual with its stand alone chapters has been highly successful both as a training tool and as a refresher course for more experienced personnel.
The Extrusion Coating Process
Equipment and Screw Design
Die Design
Stretching Flows and Neck-In
Adhesion
Coextrusion
Adhesion Promotion Methods
Polyolefins for Extrusion Coating
Barrier Polymers
Substrates and Films
Extrusion Coated Products
Organoleptic Interactions
Heat Sealing with PE Resins