Training in plastics technology

By Prof. Dr.-Ing. Walter Michaeli, Dr. phil. Dipl.-Ing. Helmut Greif, Dipl.-Ing. Hans Kaufmann and Dipl.-Ing. Franz-Josef Vosseburger Sponsored by the Society of Plastics Engineers Hanser Gardner Publications: ISBN . 1995, 172 pages, 99 illustrations. Paperback: $34.95 (US). Hanser Publishers: ISBN 3-446-17633-0, DM 58,– This text/workbook presents a practical introduction to the world of plastics, from chemical fundamentals and processing methods to the problems of waste disposal and plastics recycling. The methodical design facilitates self-paced learning. Each of the twenty lessons begins with a key question intended to help the reader. Contents: Plastics Fundamentals. Raw Materials and Polymer Synthesis. Methods of Polymer Synthesis. Bonding Forces. Classification of Plastics Deformation Characteristics. Time Dependent Characteristics. Physical Properties. Plastics Fabrication and Processing. Plastics Compounding. Extrusion. Injection Molding. Fiber-Reinforced Plastics. Foams. Thermoforming. Welding. Machining. Adhesive Bonding. Disposal Problems. Recycling. Reviews: „ ... highly recommended to technicians and students enrolled in plastic processing programs.“ —Polymer News „As a basic introduction to its subject, [this workbook] is well worth investigating if you’re interested in learning about or teaching the subject.“—Materials World