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BLOW MOULDING

V. Ryan © 2002-05

 

Blow moulding a shape is a common industrial process. The example shown below is of the production of a plastic bottle. The plastics normally used in this process are; polythene, PVC and polypropylene.

 

The process is similar to injection moulding and extrusion.

1. The plastic is fed in granular form into a 'hopper' that stores it.

2. A large thread is turned by a motor which feeds the granules through a heated section.

3. In this heated section the granules melt and become a liquid and the liquid is fed into a mould.

4. Air is forced into the mould which forces the plastic to the sides, giving the shape of the bottle.

5.  The mould is then cooled and is removed.

     
Draw a selection of items that are manufactured through injection moulding.

 

 
     

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