i hve to write a page long report about what plastic containers are made from and how so please give me some websites and info.!
Most plastic containers are made through an injection molding process. One mold for the base, another for the lid. A variety of plastics are used including polystyrene, polypropelene, celanese nylon and cycolac. Color pellets are added to produce a manufacturer's designated color. Depending on the size of the unit being processed, molding machines vary in tonnage. 300 to 500 ton presses are commonly used. That help?
I began work in the plastics world (we called it). Typically, plastics are made from resins which heat up inside a press. The press, can be many tons in weight and long as a bus. The press, has a tool or big steel block inside it which is cut [tool and die] to help shape the object. Some presses heat up to 600+ degrees. An operator, removes the part, and inspects for defects in the plastic. I would look up plastic factories or plants. I'd look up plastic production.
