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Hanging Tabs

Hanging tabs for merchandise display, piggyback tags for attaching promotional items to other merchandise and product identification tags. Styles on some of the tabs include slot, Euro-style, round hole, hook, bottleneck and inventory.
> Ask about Hanging Tabs

Haze

The degree of cloudiness in a plastic material.
> Ask about Haze

HDPE

High density polyethylene. The resin of choice in blow molding because it is stiff, chemical resistant, has good processing behavior and good environmental stress crack resistance (ESCR). This ESCR makes it a good choice for bleach and detergent bottles where resins having densities between 0.950 and 0.960 and above are commonly chosen. Injection blow molding is a proven and valued processing technique when a container benefits from excellent neck finish and lack of pinch-off.
> Ask about HDPE

Headspace

Space between the level of the contents of a container and the closure. Headspace is required to allow for expansion of a product due to heat or pressure, and to allow the container to be grasped without spilling the contents.
> Ask about Headspace

Healthcare Products

Disposable scalpels and razors, skin closure strips, cotton balls, surgical and prep blades, syringes, pill boxes, medicine spoons, bandages, home health care aids, valves for asthma inhalers, dosage cups, ampule breakers, blood sedimentation tubes, glass dropper units with rubber bulbs, urine collection containers, sterilizable packaging materials, cotton and plain tip applicators, and tongue depressors.
> Ask about Healthcare Products

Heat Stability

The resistance of a plastic material to chemical deterioration during processing.
> Ask about Heat Stability

Heat Transfer

Process similar to hot stamping except preprinted images on a carrier web are applied by heat and pressure to the surface to be printed. Multicolor decoration is a one-step process. Method is widely used for decorating plastic bottles but also for glass and folding cartons.
> Ask about Heat Transfer

Heat Transfer Label

Labels printed with special inks on a web from which they are transferred to containers by application of heat as they contact the container surface.
> Ask about Heat Transfer Label

Heat-Seal

A method of uniting two or more surfaces by fusion, either of the coatings or of the base materials, under controlled conditions of temperature, pressure and time (dwell).
> Ask about Heat-Seal

Heat-Seal Label

A label made of paper or other material coated on one side with a heat-seal coating, usually a thermoplastic resin, and characteristically difficult to remove after application.
> Ask about Heat-Seal Label

Heavy Bottom

A bottom defect. A localized thick area in the bottom which is usually thickest in the center of the bottom.
> Ask about Heavy Bottom

Heavy Metals

A series of metallic elements within the periodic table of elements of relatively high atomic weights that, upon exposure, tend to collect in specific body organs and at high levels have been shown to be toxic. Historically, most ink pigments were derived from compounds containing heavy metals. Heavy metals include lead, arsenic, cadmium, mercury, selenium, barium, chromium and antimony.
> Ask about Heavy Metals

Heel

The lower portion of a glass or plastic container, starting with the bearing surface of the bottom and including a small portion of the lower side-wall.
> Ask about Heel

Heel Radius

The degree of curvature at the extreme bottom end of a bottle extending upward from the bearing surface. Also called base radius.
> Ask about Heel Radius

Heel Tap

A bottom defect. A localized thick area at one side of the bottom.
> Ask about Heel Tap

Helix Angle

The measure of inclination of the thread, from a plane perpendicular to the vertical centerline of the thread finish.
> Ask about Helix Angle

Hermetic Seal

A seal that will exclude air and will be leakproof at normal temperatures and atmospheric pressures.
> Ask about Hermetic Seal

Hilo

Also hi-lo. Double-wall corrugated board combining both A-flutes and B-flutes.
> Ask about Hilo

HIPS

High Impact Polystyrene (HIPS) is used in applications requiring more toughness than that provided by general purpose polystyrene. During the 1990’s, new grades of HIPS were developed with the stress crack resistance to replace ABS. It is produced from styrene monomer along with elastomers. The resulting opaque material offers good dimensional stability, low-temperature impact strength and rigidity. HIPS is readily molded to precise tolerances. It can be combined with other plastic parts to make units which are attractive and tough. Disadvantages include poor barrier properties, and poor grease resistance.
> Ask about HIPS

Hollow Neck

A neck defect. A neck in which the glass has blown away, leaving it with thin walls.
> Ask about Hollow Neck

Homopolymer

A polymer, consisting of (neglecting the ends, branch junctions, and other minor irregularities) a single type of repeating unit. Also see "polymer".
> Ask about Homopolymer

Horizontal Bar Code

A bar code or symbol presented in such a manner that its overall length dimension is parallel to the horizon. The bars are presented in an array which looks like a picket fence.
> Ask about Horizontal Bar Code

Hot Check

An edge or side defect. A check characterized by deep V-shaped cracks appearing on the edge or side.
> Ask about Hot Check

Hot Filling

The product, usually a liquid, is passed through a heat exchanger and then filled at elevated temperatures. The closure is then applied. Any microbiological contamination on the inner surfaces of the container (usually a bottle) is destroyed by the hot liquid without heating the bottle itself, as in the technique of in-bottle pasteurization.
> Ask about Hot Filling

Hot Stamping

This decorating technique utilizes a die (design) that cuts metal foils from a ribbon and by heat, embosses the design onto the surface of the plastic containers. Often used in conjunction with silkscreening on cosmetic containers such as those used for shampoos and conditioners.
> Ask about Hot Stamping

Hot-Melt Adhesive

Adhesive, solid at room temperature, which is liquefied by heat, applied molten, and forms a bond by cooling and solidifying. Based on thermoplastic polymers generally modified with resins and/or waxes. Usually used in range of 250 to 400 degrees F.
> Ask about Hot-Melt Adhesive

Housewares, Glass

Varieties include mugs, tumblers, trays, bowls, lamp parts, globes, vases, and salt and pepper shakers.
> Ask about Housewares, Glass

Housewares, Plastic

Varieties include drinkware, kitchenware, servingware, cleaning and bath accessories, measuring cups, cooking utensils, bowls, cookie cutters, spice shakers, candy jar containers, placemats, and food canisters.
> Ask about Housewares, Plastic

HS 015

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and appearance. HS 015 is a paper-backed aluminum foil coated with a clear ì heat-sealable blend of high molecular weight ethylene and vinyl ì acetate copolymers. Color: Aluminum. Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products on P/E, glass, PET, PVC, P/S and P/P containers. ì Additional uses: dry products, spices, peroxide, glass cleaner, ì milk and fruit juice.
> Ask about HS 015

HS 030

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and appearance. HS 030 is composed of aluminum foil laminated to glassine and the ì glassine coated with a clear heat-sealable blend of high ì molecular weight ethylene and vinyl acetate copolymers. Color: ì White. Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products in P/E, glass, PET, PVC, P/S and P/P containers. ì Additional uses: dry products, spices, fruit juice, milk, glass ì cleaner and peroxide.
> Ask about HS 030

HS 035

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and appearance. HS 035 is composed of a paper-backed aluminum foil coated with a ì clear heat-sealable blend of high molecular weight ethylene and ì vinyl acetate copolymers. Color: Aluminum. Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products on P/E, glass, PET, PVC, P/S and P/P containers. ì Additional uses: dry products, spices, fruit juice, milk, glass ì cleaner and peroxide.
> Ask about HS 035

HS 053

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would affect ì the product or closure function and appearance. HS 053 is composed of a paper backed aluminum foil coated with a ì clear heat-sealable blend of high molecular weight ethylene and ì vinyl acetate copolymers on the paper side. Color: Yellowish ì White. Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products on P/E, glass, PET, PVC, P/S and P/P containers. ì Additional uses: dry products, spices, fruit juice, milk, glass ì cleaner and peroxide.
> Ask about HS 053

HS 057

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and appearance. HS 057 is composed of an aluminum foil, polyester combination ì coated with P/E. Color: Foil. Overall thickness: .0038". Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products on P/E containers. Additional uses: dry products, ì motor oil, anti-freeze, cooking oil, shampoo, fruit juice and ì vinegar.
> Ask about HS 057

HS 057A

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and appearance. HS 057A is composed of an aluminum foil, polyester combination ì coated with P/E. Color: Foil. Overall thickness: .0030". Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products on P/E containers. Additional uses: dry products, ì motor oil, anti-freeze, cooking oil, shampoo, fruit juice and ì vinegar.
> Ask about HS 057A

HS 194

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and appearance. HS 194 is composed of an aluminum foil, polyester and PVC ì combination. Color: Aluminum. Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products on PVC and PET containers. Additional uses: dry ì products, shampoo, mouth wash, fruit juice and cooking oil.
> Ask about HS 194

HS 205

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and appearance. HS 205 is composed of a heat sealable aluminum foil and P/P ì combination. Color: Aluminum. Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products in P/P containers. Additional uses: dry products, ì cosmetics, spices, motor oil, anti-freeze, shampoo, cooking oil, ì fruit juice and vinegar.
> Ask about HS 205

HS 295

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and appearance. HS 295 is composed of a heat sealable aluminum foil, polyester, ì and P/P combination. Color: Aluminum. Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products on P/P containers. Additional uses: dry products, ì cosmetics, spices, motor oil, anti-freeze, milk, fruit juice, ì cooking oil, vinegar and shampoo.
> Ask about HS 295

HS 402

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and appearance. HS 402 is composed of a heat sealable aluminum foil and surlyn ì combination. Color: Aluminum. Overall thickness: .003". Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products on P/P containers. Additional uses: salad dressing, ì dry products, cooking oil and peanut butter.
> Ask about HS 402

HS 402A

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and appearance. HS 402A is composed of a heat sealable aluminum foil and surlyn ì combination. Color: Aluminum. Overall thickness: .0035". Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products on P/P, treated glass, PET, PVC and P/S containers. ì Additional uses: dry products, salad dressing, cooking oil and ì peanut butter.
> Ask about HS 402A

HS 403

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and appearance. HS 043 is composed of a heat sealable aluminum foil and surlyn ì combination. Color: Aluminum. Overall thickness: .0040". Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products on P/P, treated glass, PET, PVC and P/S containers. ì Additional uses: dry products, salad dressing, cooking oil and ì peanut butter.
> Ask about HS 403

HS 592

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and appearance. HS 592 is composed of an aluminum foil and polyester combination ì coated with a clear heat sealable blend of high molecular weight ì ethylene and vinyl acetate copolymers which can be waxed- or ì permanent-laminated to pulp or P/S foam. Color: Aluminum. Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products on P/E, glass, PET, PVC, P/S and P/P containers. ì Additional uses: dry products, spices, fruit juice, milk, glass ì cleaner and peroxide.
> Ask about HS 592

HS 702

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and appearance. HS 702 is composed of a heat sealable aluminum foil and P/E ì combination. Color: Aluminum. Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products on P/P containers. Addditional uses: dry products, ì motor oil, anti-freeze, cooking oil, fruit juice, vinegar and ì shampoo.
> Ask about HS 702

HS 805

A SANCAP Liner Technology product. SANCAP Heat Seal is a ì proprietary heat seal coating with a relatively low melting ì point. It works in many applications where high heat would ì affect the product or closure function and application. HS 805 is composed of aluminum foil with a co-extruded heat seal ì coating. Color: Aluminum. Suggested uses include tamper indicating innerseal for OTC drug ì products on P/E, glass, PET, PVC, P/S and P/P containers. ì Additional uses: dry products, spices, glass cleaner, peroxide, ì fruit juice and milk.
> Ask about HS 805

HVD

High viscosity density (HVD) pumps are available.
> Ask about HVD

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