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"Based on a course of studies for design engineers, production engineers, members of process planning departments, and research and development staff. The book introduces the techniques of extrusion and considers various aspects relating to the design and construction of extrusion plants, heating installations and subsequent facilities. The forces and stresses recorded during the forming process and the procedures of temperature control are examined, as are the factors affecting the economic efficiency of the extrusion process." -- cover [p.4]