PET PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY (SHEFFIELD PACKAGING TECHNOLOGY S.) by DAVID W. BROOKS (EDITOR) GEOFF A. GILES (EDITOR) (2002-05-04

PET Packaging Technology – Materials, Processing & Industrial Applications

Comprehensive Reference on PET Materials, Bottle Design, Manufacturing Processes, and Packaging Performance

PET Packaging Technology is one of the most authoritative references available on the design, production, and application of PET in packaging systems. This book offers a full understanding of the material science, processing technologies, mechanical behavior, and performance characteristics that make PET the dominant packaging material for beverages, foods, pharmaceuticals, and household products.

Covering the entire PET value chain—from raw materials to resin modification and bottle-blow molding—this volume explains how PET achieves its strength, clarity, barrier performance, and lightweight manufacturability. The book also explores the impact of additives, design parameters, stretch-blow molding conditions, recycling technologies, and environmental considerations on final product performance.

Key Topics Covered

• Chemistry and structure of PET
• Resin production, polymerization & molecular weight control
• Injection molding and stretch-blow molding processes
• Bottle design, preform design, and wall-thickness optimization
• Mechanical, thermal & barrier properties of PET
• Additives, copolymers, and performance enhancers
• Recycling of PET (RPET) and circular-economy considerations
• Food-contact compliance and regulatory requirements
• Applications in beverages, food packaging, pharma, and industry

Why This Book is Essential

• A critical resource for packaging engineers, converters, and bottle manufacturers
• Helps optimize material selection, performance, and cost
• Bridges polymer science with real-world production and design
• Useful for quality control, R&D labs, and engineering teams

PET is one of the most widely used packaging materials globally, and this book provides a complete foundation for understanding how it is engineered and applied in modern packaging systems.