Addition (AQA GCSE Design and Technology): Flashcards
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Addition processes
Addition processes
Techniques adding layers/treatments to enhance paper & board
Main goal of addition processes
Main goal of addition processes
Improve material's performance for intended use
Laminating
Laminating
Bonding additional layers to create composite material
Encapsulation
Encapsulation
Sealing paper/board in protective polymer pouch
Encapsulation benefits
Encapsulation benefits
Waterproof, shields from dirt/moisture, rigid, easy to clean
Hot foil blocking
Hot foil blocking
Decorative process creating metallic finishes via heat/pressure
Hot foil blocking advantage
Hot foil blocking advantage
Adds perceived value and visual appeal to products
Foil laminated board
Foil laminated board
Card with aluminium foil layer bonded to it
Foil laminated board benefit
Foil laminated board benefit
Effective barrier for food, prevents contamination
Purpose of coatings & additives
Purpose of coatings & additives
Reduce absorbency to improve printing quality
Sizing
Sizing
Coating process to control paper's absorbency
Internal sizing
Internal sizing
Sizing added during wet processing, mixed into pulp
External sizing
External sizing
Sizing applied to surface after manufacture & drying