Plastic Films, such as polyethylene (LDPE & HDPE), metallocene and polypropylene (PP) can be made to resist static buildup on their surfaces of plastic packaging.
These films help dissipate the charge accumulated at the surface of the packaging build up due to friction. Static charge built-up can attract dust onto a food package, which is undesirable aesthetically. At times, static charge can damage circuit boards in electronics packaging and may cause hazards of fire or explosion near flammable materials. The static charge may also cause processing problems such as difficulty in winding of films, or the agglomeration of powders during transport. Such undesirable effects can be avoided by using anti-static master batch.
Common Applications :
- ATEX area surfaces
- Electronics manufacturing and packaging – protect electronics
- Medical trays and packaging – avoid static shock in operating rooms
- Clean room – non dust attracting
- Document protection