Metals

Question 0

Advantages of using metals for commercial packaging

Answer 0

-Added security (cans can’t be tampered with without bring obvious) -contains can be made in variety of sizes and shapes -containers can be embossed or de-bossed -metals can be directly printed on to or a paper label added

Question 1

Three main categories of metals

Answer 1

Ferrous, non-ferrous metals and alloys.

Question 2

Properties of aluminium

Answer 2

Strong but lightweight metal that is easily moulded into a variety of containers. Non-ferrous metal so it doesn’t rust, makes it perfect for range of containers.

Question 3

Stainless steel advantages

Answer 3

-Excellent resistance to corrosion, oxidation and staining -high quality surface finish -low maintenance -100% recyclable

Question 4

Stainless steel disadvantages

Answer 4

-Relatively expensive -relatively hard to machine