Raw Materials and Production of Polymers

Extrusion moldii Transfer moldir Impregnatir Dipping Fabricatir  

Compression molding Foam molding Encapsulating Laminating 

FIGURE 1.5 World consumption of plastics compared to iron and steel. (Adapted from Rosato, D. V., D. V. Rasato, and M. G. Rosato, Plastics Design Handbook. Norwell, MA Kluwer, 2000.) 

2009 Percentage distribution of thermoplastic resins sales and captive use by major market 

Linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE) High density polyethylene (HDPE) Polypropylene (PP) 

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