The Plastic Film and Foil Web Handling Guide

William E. Hawkins9781587161520, 1587161524

“Web” in this case refers to a web of materials, such as polypropylene film, rather than to the World Wide Web. For all those involved with film/foil handling machinery, Hawkins presents new techniques for analyzing web-handling problems based on imaginary resistive tension member concepts in addition to guidelines for roller alignment, tensioning of webs, use of web spreading and guiding devices, management of electrostatic charges, trim disposal and waste storage. The author also covers issues in slitting technology, winding technology, and troubleshooting for handling problems such as wrinkling. Includes a glossary and appended information on calculations used in the process. Lacks references despite CiP data to the contrary and background information on the author.