Permeability Properties of Plastics and Elastomers

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Laurence W. McKeen (Independent Consultant and Retired Senior Research Associate, DuPont Fluoroproducts, USA)

Permeability Properties of Plastics and Elastomers

Name: Permeability Properties of Plastics and Elastomers
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ISBN: 9780443449055

Laurence W. McKeen (Independent Consultant and Retired Senior Research Associate, DuPont Fluoroproducts, USA)

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English

William Andrew
20 April 2026

Plastics & polymers technology; Textile & fibre technology; Mechanical engineering

Series: Plastics Design Library

Permeability properties are essential data for the selection of materials and design of products across a broad range of market sectors from food packaging to automotive applications to medical devices. In its fourth edition, Permeability Properties of Plastics and Elastomers is a comprehensive resource that brings together a wealth of permeability data in a form that enables quick like-for-like comparisons between materials. Authored by industry insider Larry McKeen, the book is structured with four introductory chapters followed by detailed chapters organized by plastic type. Each chapter includes a manufacturer and trade name list, applications and uses list, as well as tabular and graphical data. It features explanatory text aimed at making the content accessible and the data is supported by a full explanation of its interpretation. This book is a valuable resource for professionals in the field looking to stay up-to-date on the latest permeability information and its application in various industries.

By: Laurence W. McKeen (Independent Consultant and Retired Senior Research Associate DuPont Fluoroproducts USA)
Imprint: William Andrew
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: 5th edition
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm,
Weight: 450g
ISBN: 9780443449055
ISBN 10: 0443449058
Series: Plastics Design Library
Pages: 622
Publication Date: 20 April 2026
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

1. Introduction to Permeation of Plastics and Elastomers 2. Introduction to Plastics and Polymers 3. Production of films, containers and membranes 4. Markets and Applications for films, containers and membranes 5. Styrenic Plastics 6. Polyester Plastics 7. Polyimides 8. Polyamides (Nylons) 9. Polyolefins, Polyvinyls & Acrylics 10. Elastomers and rubbers 11. Fluoropolymers 12. High Temperature/High Performance Polymers 13. Environmentally friendly polymers 14. Multilayered films

Larry McKeen has a Ph.D. in Chemistry from the University of Wisconsin and worked for DuPont Fluoroproducts from 1978–2014. As a Senior Research Associate (Chemist), he was responsible for new product development including application technology and product optimization for particular end-uses, and product testing. He retired from DuPont at the end of 2014 and is currently a consultant.