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Extrusion Dies for Plastics and Rubber

  • 4th Edition - January 20, 2017
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Christian Hopmann
  • Language: English

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Description

This definitive book provides a comprehensive account of the full range of dies used for extrusion of plastics and elastomers. The distinctive features of the various types of dies are described in detail. Expert advice on the configuration of dies is given, and the possibilities of computer-aided design, as well as its limitations, are demonstrated.

Fundamentals and computational procedures are clearly explained so that no special prior knowledge of the subject is required. The mechanical configuration, handling, and maintenance of extrusion dies are described. Calibration procedures for pipes and profiles are also discussed.

This book was written for plastics engineers who need daily support in their practical work in industry and science as well for students preparing for their professional life.

Key features

  • A comprehensive account of the full range of dies used for extrusion of plastics and elastomers
  • Introduces the fundamentals and computational procedures for extrusion, as well as mechanical configuration, handling, and maintenance
  • A day-to-day reference for professionals operating extruders - saving time and money

Readership

Students and practicing engineers with an interest in polymer extrusion or extrusion dies

Table of contents

1. Introduction2. Properties of Polymeric Melts3. Fundamental Equations for Simple Flows4. Computation of Velocity and Temperature Distributions in Extrusion Dies5. Monoextrusion Dies for Thermoplastics6. Coextrusion Dies for Thermoplastics7. Extrusion Dies for Elastomers8. Heating of Extrusion Dies9. Mechanical Design of Extrusion Dies10. Handling, Cleaning, and Maintaining Extrusion Dies11. Calibration of Pipes and Profiles

Product details

  • Edition: 4
  • Latest edition
  • Published: January 20, 2017
  • Language: English

About the author

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Christian Hopmann

Prof. Christian Hopmann is, since 2011, Director of the Institute of Plastics Processing (IKV) in Industry and Craft at RWTH Aachen University, Germany. He studied Mechanical Engineering with a particular focus on Plastics Processing at RWTH Aachen and received his doctoral degree, supervised by Prof. Walter Michaeli, in 2000. In 2005, he started his industrial career at RKW AG Rheinische Kunststoffwerke (today: RKW SE). From January 2010 until April 2011 he was Managing Director of RKW Sweden AB in Helsingborg, Sweden.

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