Syllabus
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Course Code: BPPT 105 Course Name: Fundamentals of Packaging (Theory) |
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| MODULE NO / UNIT | COURSE SYLLABUS CONTENTS OF MODULE | NOTES |
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| 1 | Packaging Introduction, Classifications of Packaging - Flexible packaging and rigid packaging, Function of a package, Types of package, Factors influencing design of a package, Elements of Package Design, Hazard on the package - mechanical, climatic, biological and other hazards. Test on package-mechanical test and climate test. | |
| 2 | Folding Carton Production & Innovative Packaging Techniques Folding cartons production process, types of folding carton, Manufacture process of paperboard, components in a corrugated board, Vacuum packaging, shrink packaging, stretch wrapping, blister packaging, Aerosol packaging, Blow Molding - Extrusion blow Molding, Injection blow molding. |
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| 3 | Packaging Distribution & logistics Introduction to logistics, element of logistics, distribution of channels, Packaging Cycle, Product life curve, classification of pallets, material handling techniques-warehousing & storage, Markings on Package - Handling marks, routing marks, information marks, shelf life, |
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| 4 | Future Trends and Finishing operations Futuristic trends in packaging, adhesive tapes - fabric tapes, paper tapes, film tapes, foil tapes, foam tapes, two faced tapes. Labels- designing, manufacturing and applications, Packaging finishing operations – coating, lamination, hot & cold foil stamping, die-cutting, embossing & de-embossing, liner and folding & gluing. |
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