Overview
From hardware and materials through processing and properties, a broad coverage of blown film extrusion is presented. A primary objective of this book is to ensure a useful balance of theory and practice. The reader will find the answers to why they encounter certain effects in the blown film process so that they are better able to troubleshoot and improve their operations. At the same time, current practices and equipment are emphasized to keep readers up-to-date with the most productive and efficient technology. The companion computer-based learning tool, The Blown Film Extrusion Simulator, is provided to enhance the reader’s understanding. This software was developed specifi cally to teach blown film extrusion equipment operation and processing principles, and is available for download. Throughout this book, exercises using the simulator are described to complement the methods and principles explained. New in this third edition is a chapter on polymer rheology, with an overview of the rheology of polymer melts and its effect on extruding blown film. Additionally, improvements and corrections have been made throughout the book.
Full Product Details
Author: Kirk Cantor
Publisher: Hanser Publications
Imprint: Hanser Publications
Edition: Third Edition
Dimensions:
Width: 17.00cm
, Height: 1.50cm
, Length: 24.10cm
Weight: 0.535kg
ISBN: 9781569906965
ISBN 10: 1569906963
Pages: 200
Publication Date: 30 December 2018
Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Professional & Vocational
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Author Information
Kirk Cantor is a professor of Plastics and Polymer Engineering Technology at the Pennsylvania College of Technology. He holds a Ph.D from the Pennsylvania State University. His primary consulting areas are extrusion and instructional software for the plastics and polymer industry. He authored the book Blown Film Extrusion, which includes The Blown Film Extrusion Simulator and is available from Hanser Publications. He also provided development work on Interactive Training in Extrusion (ITX) and SPC in Injection Molding with Dr. Chris Rauwendaal of Rauwendaal Extrusion Engineering, Inc. Cantor developed polymer processing simulators under an Advanced Technology Education grant sponsored by the National Science Foundation. This ATE grant has spawned the Plastics Resources for Educators Program (PREP) and its website. When he’s not working, Cantor enjoys spending time with family and playing sports such as basketball, softball, and Frisbee. He also enjoys being involved with his church family.
