Plastics Processing: Reference Book Published in Its 12th Edition

Professional Education The well-established technical and textbook Plastics Processing is now in its 12th edition

2026-11-12 From Schwarz/Ebeling/Furth/Heuzeroth | Translated by AI 2 min Reading Time

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The fully updated new edition has been expanded to include a chapter on additive manufacturing. The chapter on “injection molding” has been thoroughly revised.

Plastics Processing: A reference book on plastics processing techniques and related procedures.(Image: VCG) — Plastics Processing: A reference book on plastics processing techniques and related procedures.
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How are plastics processed, what roles do machines and tools play, and what is important when designing molded parts? This technical handbook provides a practical overview of the processes, machines, and tools used in plastics processing. The 12th edition builds on this proven textbook and reference work, adding a chapter on additive manufacturing. The foreword highlights the book’s technical heritage and its connection to the SKZ, the Plastics Center. The new chapter was also developed with the support of the SKZ and covers the processes and materials used, as well as data formats and G-code. In addition to updating and modernizing the entire book, the chapter on injection molding in particular has been comprehensively revised and expanded, with a special focus on molded part design and mold design. Numerous illustrations help clarify the technical concepts.

Understand processing methods and look up specific information

The strength of this textbook lies in its broad yet practical overview. In addition to the fundamentals of plastics technology, it covers material preparation and the most important processing methods. It also addresses joining, machining, and finishing of plastics. The focus is on the respective process principles and technical procedures.

Numerous illustrations with details highlighted in color make it easier to understand machine design and process flows. The clear structure supports both systematic learning and targeted reference in everyday work.

Fundamentals of Plastics Technology and Processing Parameters
Processing, Calendering, Extrusion, and Extrusion Blow Molding
Injection Molding with Mold Design and Tooling Layout
Molding, Foaming, and Processing of Fiber-Reinforced Plastics
Additive Manufacturing: Processes, Materials, and Data Formats
Welding, Bonding, and Mechanical Joints
Machining and Finishing of Plastics

This technical handbook is intended primarily for industrial foremen, technicians, and tradespeople who wish to acquire in-depth knowledge of plastics processing or refresh their existing knowledge. It also supports students and instructors in technical education and continuing education. Specialists in plastics-processing companies will find a practical reference guide for various manufacturing techniques. (sl)

Book Details

Plastics Processing
12th edition, 2027
approx. 366 pages
Price: 39.80 EUR
ISBN: 978-3-8343-3556-2
E-book ISBN: 978-3-8343-6337-4
Authors: Schwarz/Ebeling/Furth/Heuzeroth

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Professional Education The well-established technical and textbook *Plastics Processing* is now in its 12th edition