Preface.
Chapter 1. Introduction.
Chapter 2. Polymers.
2.1. Definitions.
2.2. Plastics classification.
2.3. General properties.
2.4. Further reading.
Chapter 3. Converting Processes.
3.1. Manufacture of Molded parts in 3D.
3.2. Manufacture of long products.
3.3. Manufacture of hollow products.
3.4. Manufacturer of thermoformed parts.
3.5. Manufacture of foamed products.
3.6. Machining and cutting.
Chapter 4. Assembly and Fixations.
4.1. Undemountable processes.
4.2. Demountable assemblies.
Chapter 5. Finishing Treatments.
5.1. Plastics deposition on metal (o metal coating).
5.2. Metal deposition on plastics.
5.3. Printing and decorating.
Chapter 6. Ecology and recycling.
6.1. Nuisance and pollution.
6.2. Solid waste treatment.
Chapter 7. Mold Making.
7.1. Standard molds.
7.2. New mold concepts.
Chapter 8. Economic Data.
8.1. Costs and Prices.
8.2. Structure of the plastics industry.
8.3. Markets.
Chapter 9. Trends.
9.1. Polymers.
9.2. Conversion processes.
Appendix. Symbols Used.
Index.
