Stretch Blow Molding, Third Edition, provides the latest on the blow molding process used to produce bottles of the strength required for carbonated drinks. In this updated handbook, Ottmar Brandau introduces the technology of stretch blow molding, explores practical aspects of designing and running a production line, and looks at practical issues for quality control and troubleshooting.

As an experienced engineer, manager, and consultant, Brandau's focus is on optimizing the production process, improving quality, and reducing cycle time. In this new edition, the author has thoroughly reviewed the content of the book, providing updates on new developments in stretch blow molding, including neck sizes, new equipment and processes, and the economics of the process.

The book is a thoroughly practical handbook which provides engineers and managers with the toolkit to improve production and engineering aspects in their own businesses, allowing them to save money, increase output, and improve competitiveness by adopting new technologies.

• Provides knowledge and understanding of the latest technological and best practice developments in stretch blow molding
• Includes money saving, practical strategies to optimize the production process, improve quality, and reduce cycle times
• Provides a guide to the training of operators, as well as tactics on how to troubleshoot when products are faulty, productivity is low, or machinery is not operating as expected

Ottmar Brandau is President of Apex Container Inc. in Ontario, Canada. Brandau is a member of the Society of Plastics Engineers and was previously VP Operations at Magic North America Inc.

1. Short History of Stretch Blow Molding2. Material Basics3. Reheat Stretch Blow Machine (RSBM) Types4. Machine Details5. Blow Molds6. Fundamentals of the Blow Process7. The Blowing Process8. Injection Stretch Blow Molding Machines9. Special Applications10. Troubleshooting of Blowing Problems11. Economics12. Preform Design for Single- and Two-Stage Processing13. Auxiliary Equipment14. Training of Operators