Subramanian M. Thermoforming. Processing and Technology 2024

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This book is a comprehensive reference manual that contains essential information on thermoforming processing and technology. The field of thermoforming is experiencing rapid development driven by commercial factors; millions of tons of polymers are manufactured for use in various applications, both as commodity and specialty polymers.
The field of thermoforming is experiencing rapid development driven by commercial factors. Today, millions of tons of polymers are manufactured for use in various applications, both as commodity and specialty polymers.
The first edition of the book Update on Troubleshooting in Thermoforming was published nearly a decade ago by iSmithers Rapra, UK. The second edi tion, titled Thermoforming – Processing and Technology, aims to incorpo rate new and revised material on recent developments in thermoforming. This edition includes new, fully revised chapters and updated information on materials and processes.
The book is designed to provide practitioners and students with essen tial information on processing and technology in a concise and portable format. It is a valuable resource for polymer processors, engineers, technol ogists, and students, offering a comprehensive update on thermoforming. The book caters to both engineers and experts in physics and chemistry, providing introductory aspects, background information, and an overview of thermoforming processing and technology. The troubleshooting section includes flowcharts to assist in correcting thermoforming processes
Preface
Introduction
Polymers
Thermoplastics
Properties of Thermoplastic Sheet Materials
Thermoforming Technology
Troubleshooting Thermoforming
Thermoforming—Optimization
Case Studies
Applications
Conclusion