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The most uptodate and comprehensive introduction to packaging in the English languageCovers all major types of packaging as well as converting, printing, materials, labelingMajor changes and updates in the 4th edition including color illustrations, sustainability strategies, statistical process control, operational procedures, and packaging development and regulation guideSince its inception as an instructional text for the Institute of Packaging Professionals, the present book has grown to be the single most important and comprehensive introduction to all phases of packaging technology in the English language. Written clearly and with many color illustrations, the book is a stepbystep explanation of packaging design, materials, and manufacturing applicable to a wide range of industries. It demonstrates how packages are engineered, produced, and eventually recycled. Special attention is given to the details of machinery and processing, as well as advanced materials. The 4th edition has been systematically updated and now offers the technical foundations for emerging trends such as sustainable packaging technologies. Also in the 4th edition is new material on statistical process control for operations and quality control methods, as well as a checklistbased guide to package development and regulations. To reinforce understanding and skills, review questions and problems are added at the end of every chapter.ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS CHAPTER ONE PERSPECTIVE ON PACKAGING; CHAPTER TWO PACKAGING FUNCTIONS; CHAPTER THREE GRAPHIC DESIGN; CHAPTER FOUR PACKAGE PRINTING AND DECORATING; CHAPTER FIVE PAPER AND PAPERBOARD; CHAPTER SIX PAPERBOARD CARTONS;Chapter Seven METAL CANS AND CONTAINERS;CHAPTER EIGHT GLASS CONTAINERS; CHAPTER NINE POLYMER CHEMISTRY FOR THE NONCHEMIST; CHAPTER TEN SHAPING PLASTICS; CHAPTER ELEVEN PLASTIC APPLICATIONS; CHAPTER TWELVE CLOSURES; CHAPTER THIRTEEN ADHESIVES; CHAPTER FOURTEEN FLEXIBLE PACKAGING LAMINATES; CHAPTER FIFTEEN CORRUGATED FIBERBOARD; CHAPTER SIXTEEN DISTRIBUTION PACKAGING; CHAPTER SEVENTEEN SHOCK, VIBRATION AND COMPRESSION; CHAPTER EIGHTEEN PACKAGING MACHINERY; CHAPTER NINETEEN APPLIED PACKAGING; CHAPTER TWENTY THE PACKAGE DEVELOPMENT PROCESS CHAPTER SEVEN METAL CANS AND CONTAINERS CHAPTER NINE POLYMER CHEMISTRY FOR THE NONCHEMIST CHAPTER TEN SHAPING PLASTICS
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Fundamentals of Packaging Technology'? A: The book provides a comprehensive introduction to all phases of packaging technology, covering design, materials, manufacturing, and recycling processes applicable to various industries.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Fundamentals of Packaging Technology' is Walter Soroka.
- Q: What edition is this book? A: This is the fourth edition of 'Fundamentals of Packaging Technology', which has been systematically updated to include new material.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book has a total of 623 pages.
- Q: What are the key updates in the fourth edition? A: The fourth edition includes updates on sustainable packaging technologies, statistical process control, quality control methods, and a checklist-based guide to package development and regulations.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in packaging technology? A: Yes, the book is written clearly and is designed as an instructional text, making it suitable for beginners and those looking to deepen their understanding of packaging technology.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: In what condition is the book listed? A: The book is listed in good condition.
- Q: What topics are covered in the book's chapters? A: Each chapter includes review questions and problems to reinforce understanding and skills related to packaging technology.
- Q: When was 'Fundamentals of Packaging Technology' published? A: The book was published on March 1, 2010.