Abstract
Plastics are being increasingly used in applications where a limited life is required. These applications range from non-returnable packaging containers, of which plastics sacks, heavy gauge bags and drums utilise a substantial proportion of the tonnage of polyethylene now manufactured, to products of longer life that will be used over a period of time and will, therefore, require to have a period of useful life before being finally disposed of. In this category may be considered jerry cans, mulching films for agricultural use and ropes and twines for packaging purposes.
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Scott, G. (1972). Disposal of Plastics. In: Beadle, J.D. (eds) Fabricating Plastics. Macmillan Engineering Evaluations Student Edition. Palgrave, London. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-349-01588-7_8
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