Removing the paint shop process: options for painting and decorating injection mouldings. (14th March 2008)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Goodship, V.; Smith, G.F.
• Is Part Of: International journal of environmental technology and management. Volume 8:Number 4(2008)
• Page Start: 339
• Page End: 347
• Publication Date: 2008-03-14
• Subjects: painting alternatives -- injection moulding -- IMD -- GIPT -- in-mould film -- IN-SPIRE -- environmental legislation -- in-mould decoration -- decorated components -- emissions reduction -- energy savings -- environmental technology; Environmental management -- Periodicals; Green technology -- Periodicals; 333.705
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1466-2132

Abstract

Technological drivers exist for the complete removal of the painting process. These include satisfying changing customer requirements for multi-functional and decorative products, improved cost effectiveness and to meet stringent environmental legislation; for example in lower emissions requirements and recycling/disposal. Alternatives to the painting process are discussed. One such technology is In-Mould Decoration (IMD). This technique is attractive because a fully, or partially, decorated component is produced directly from the moulding process, with reduced emissions at lower process costs when compared to traditional techniques. A new IMD technique called IN SPIRE and its potential for energy savings compared to a paint shop is considered.