This practical guide presents the basics of blow molding, as well as the latest state-of-the-art and science of the industry. It addresses material characteristics, processing methods, assembly and finishing procedures, and the life cycle and expected performance of the product. The book starts with a presentation of the basics, progressing through the entire process from design and engineering through to final production. It will allow those involved in the manufacturing operation to keep abreast of the advances that are being made in this field.

From the Preface: “...The plastic industry as a whole, blow moulding in particular, is driven to take advantage of material development and computer technology with microprocessors, the latter enabling process programming of machines and robots. The machine and mould builders responded by developing robust sophisticated equipment...”

Target Audience: Engineers, designers, manufacturing managers and leaders, and other readers currently using the blow molding process, as well as those who are interested in its potentials.

Table of Contents:

What Is Blow Moulding?

Design and Engineering

Mould Design and Engineering

The Extrusion Blow Moulding System

Extrusion Blow Moulding Advanced Systems

Injection and Stretch Blow Moulding Machines

Safe and Efficient Set-Up, Start-Up, Operation, Shutdown Procedures and Safety

Fault Finding — Causes and Effects

Auxiliary Equipment: Design, Function, Operation, and Safety

Finishing

Decoration of Blow Moulded Products

Glossary

Index