Laurence W. McKeen 
Effect of Sterilization on Plastics and Elastomers [EPUB ebook] 

The Effect of Sterilization Methods on Plastics and Elastomers, Fourth Edition brings together a wide range of essential data on the sterilization of plastics and elastomers, thus enabling engineers to make optimal material choices and design decisions. The data tables in this book enable engineers and scientists to select the right materials and sterilization method for a given product or application. The book is a unique and essential reference for anybody working with plastic materials that are likely to be exposed to sterilization methods, be it in medical device or packaging development, food packaging or other applications. — Presents essential data and practical guidance for engineers and scientists working with plastics in applications that require sterile packaging and equipment- Updated edition removes obsolete data, updates manufacturers, verifies data accuracy, and adds new plastics materials for comparison- Provides essential information and guidance for FDA submissions required for new medical devices