Synopses & Reviews
Review
"A unique reference
Review
"A unique reference
Review
"A unique reference
Synopsis
This extensively revised and updated second edition of the only data handbook available on the properties of commercial polymeric films details the permeability characteristics of over 125 major plastic and elastomer packaging materials. New to this edition are 92 resin chapters containing textual summary information including: category, general description, processing methods, applications, and general permeability considerations for water vapor, oxygen, and other gases including aroma and flavor. The product data is presented in graphical and tabular format, retaining the familiar format of the first edition and allowing easy comparison between materials and test conditions.
Table of Contents
Nature of Barrier Polymer Materials
Collected Comparative Properties of Plastics and Elastomers
Processing
Markets and Applications
Automotive Fuels
Multi-Layer Films
Food and Beverage Packaging
Permeability of Gloves
Standard Measurement and Testing
Resin Data Chapters (92)
Appendices: Permeation Rates, Permeation Units Conversion
References
Glossary