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Description Author: George WypychISBN 978-1-77467-086-6 Publication: January 2026Pages: 506+viii Summary Polymers used in electronics and electrical engineering are essential for the development of high-tech products, including applications in space, aviation, health, automotive, communication, energy harvesting, energy storage, light-emitting and sensing, flexible electronics, robotic systems, analytical sensors, consumer products, and many others.Conductivity is the first feature...
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{"id":8813377192093,"title":"Handbook of Polymers for Electronics, 2nd Ed","handle":"handbook-of-polymers-for-electronics-2nd-ed","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-77467-086-6\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePublication: January 2026\u003cbr\u003ePages: 506+viii\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePolymers used in electronics and electrical engineering are essential for the development of high-tech products, including applications in space, aviation, health, automotive, communication, energy harvesting, energy storage, light-emitting and sensing, flexible electronics, robotic systems, analytical sensors, consumer products, and many others.\u003cbr\u003eConductivity is the first feature that comes to mind with these polymers, but they are currently much more complex, having shape-memory, piezoelectric, ferroelectric, and many other properties. Some polymers used in electronics are modifications of commodity or engineering polymers, using many specially developed additives. Typical features of mainstream polymers, such as mechanical performance, optical behavior, and environmental stability, are required by polymers used in electronics, but frequently they must be enhanced to perform in these demanding applications. In many applications, the properties of typical polymers (usually included in popular handbooks) are not sufficient, creating the need to develop special grades or simply use completely new chemistry for their synthesis. Similarly, the typical set of properties included in the description of the mainstream polymer is not sufficient for polymer selection for these applications as they require different data.\u003cbr\u003eThe data included in the Handbook of Polymers for Electronics come from open literature (published articles, conference papers, and books), literature available from manufacturers of various grades of polymers, plastics, and finished products, and patent literature. The above sources were searched, including the most recent literature. This underscores one of the primary goals of this undertaking: to provide readers with the most up-to-date information, which will be frequently updated in the future.\u2028\u2028The presentation of data for all polymers is based on a consistent pattern of data arrangement, although, depending on data availability, only data fields that contain actual values are included for each polymer. The entire scope of the data is divided into sections to make data comparison and search easy. \u2028\u2028The data are organized into the following sections:\u2028• General (Common name, IUPAC name, ACS name, Acronym, CAS number, EC number, RTECS number, Linear formula)\u2028• History (Person to discover, Date, Details)\u2028• Synthesis (Monomer(s) structure, Monomer(s) CAS number(s), Monomer(s) molecular weight(s), Monomer(s) expected purity(ies), Monomer ratio, Degree of substitution, Formulation example, Method of synthesis, Temperature of polymerization, Time of polymerization, Pressure of polymerization, Catalyst, Yield, Activation energy of polymerization, Free enthalpy of formation, Heat of polymerization, Initiation rate constant, Propagation rate constant, Termination rate constant, Chain transfer rate constant, Inhibition rate constant, Polymerization rate constant, Method of polymer separation, Typical impurities, Typical concentration of residual monomer, Number average molecular weight, Mn, Mass average molecular weight, Mw, Polydispersity, Mw\/Mn, Polymerization degree, Molar volume at 298K, Molar volume at melting point, Van der Waals volume, Radius of gyration, End-to-end distance of unperturbed polymer chain, Degree of branching, Type of branching, Chain-end groups, Doping, Conjugation, Ionic conductivity)\u003cbr\u003e• Structure (Crystallinity, Crystalline structure, Cell type (lattice), Cell dimensions, Unit cell angles, Number of chains per unit cell, Crystallite size, Spacing between crystallites, Polymorphs, Tacticity, Cis content, Chain conformation, Entanglement molecular weight, Lamellae thickness, Heat of crystallization, Rapid crystallization temperature, Avrami constants, k\/n)\u2028• Commercial polymers (Selected manufacturers, Trade names, Composition information)\u2028• Physical properties (Density, Bulk density, Color, Refractive index, Birefringence, Molar polarizability, Transmittance, Haze, Gloss, Odor, Melting temperature, Softening point, Decomposition temperature, Fusion temperature, Thermal expansion coefficient, Thermal conductivity, Glass transition temperature, Specific heat capacity, Heat of fusion, Calorific value, Maximum service temperature, Long term service temperature, Temperature index (50% tensile strength loss after 20,000 h\/5000 h), Heat deflection temperature at 0.45 MPa, Heat deflection temperature at 1.8 MPa, Vicat temperature VST\/A\/50, Vicat temperature VST\/B\/50, Start of thermal degradation, Enthalpy, Acceptor number, Donor number, Hansen solubility parameters, dD, dP, dH, Molar volume, Hildebrand solubility parameter, Surface tension, Power factor, Coefficient of friction, Permeability to nitrogen, Permeability to oxygen, Permeability to water vapor, Diffusion coefficient of nitrogen, Diffusion coefficient of oxygen, Diffusion coefficient of water vapor, Contact angle of water, Surface free energy, Speed of sound, Acoustic impedance, Attenuation)\u003cbr\u003e• Electrical properties (Conductivity, Current density, Optoelectrical properties, Dielectric loss factor, Relative permittivity, Dissipation factor, Volume resistivity, Surface resistivity, Dielectric strength, Comparative tracking index, CTI, test liquid A, Comparative tracking index, CTIM, test liquid B, Arc resistance, Loss tangent, Anisotropy of electrical properties, Impedance, Shielding effect, Ferroelectric properties, Piezoelectric properties, Charge carrier mobility, Bandgap, Actuation signal, Actuation bandwidth, Solderability)\u2028\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Mechanical properties (Tensile strength, Tensile modulus, Tensile stress at yield, Tensile creep modulus, 1000 h, elongation 0.5 max, Elongation, Tensile yield strain, Flexural strength, Flexural modulus, Elastic modulus, Compressive strength, Young's modulus, Tear strength, Charpy impact strength, Charpy impact strength, notched, Izod impact strength, Izod impact strength, notched, Shear strength, Tenacity, Abrasion resistance, Adhesive bond strength, Poisson's ratio, Compression set, Shore A hardness, Shore D hardness, Rockwell hardness, Ball indention hardness at 358 N\/30 S, Shrinkage, Brittleness temperature, Viscosity number, Intrinsic viscosity, Mooney viscosity, Melt viscosity, shear rate=1000 s-1, Melt volume flow rate, Melt index, Water absorption, Moisture absorption)\u2028\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Chemical resistance (Acid dilute\/concentrated, Alcohols, Alkalis, Aliphatic hydrocarbons, Aromatic hydrocarbons, Esters, Greases \u0026amp; oils, Halogenated hydrocarbons, Ketones, Theta solvent, Good solvent, Non-solvent)\u2028• Flammability (Flammability according to UL-standard; thickness 1.6\/0.8 mm, Ignition temperature, Autoignition temperature, Limiting oxygen index, Heat release, NBS smoke chamber, Burning rate (Flame spread rate), Char, Heat of combustion, Volatile products of combustion)\u2028\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Weather stability (Spectral sensitivity, Activation wavelengths, Excitation wavelengths, Emission wavelengths, Activation energy of photooxidation, Depth of UV penetration, Important initiators and accelerators, Products of degradation, Stabilizers)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Thermal stability (Activation energy of thermal degradation, Decomposition rate, Important initiators and accelerators, Products of degradation, Stabilizers)\u2028\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Biodegradation (Typical biodegradants, Stabilizers)\u2028• Toxicity (NFPA: Health, Flammability, Reactivity rating, Carcinogenic effect, Mutagenic effect, Teratogenic effect, Reproductive toxicity, TLV, ACGIH, NIOSH, MAK\/TRK, OSHA, Acceptable daily intake, Oral rat, LD50, Skin rabbit, LD50)\u2028• Environmental impact (Aquatic toxicity, Daphnia magna, LC50, 48 h, Aquatic toxicity, Bluegill sunfish, LC50, 48 h, Aquatic toxicity, Fathead minnow, LC50, 48 h, Aquatic toxicity, Rainbow trout, LC50, 48 h, Mean degradation half-life, Toxic products of degradation, Biological oxygen demand, BOD5, Chemical oxygen demand, Theoretical oxygen demand, Cradle to grave non-renewable energy use)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u2028• Processing (Typical processing methods, Preprocess drying: temperature\/time\/residual moisture, Processing temperature, Processing pressure, Process time, Additives used in final products, Applications, Outstanding properties)\u2028• Blends (Suitable polymers, Compatibilizers)\u2028• Analysis (FTIR (wavenumber-assignment), Raman (wavenumber-assignment), NMR (chemical shifts), x-ray diffraction peaks)\u2028\u2028 The contents, scope, treatment of the data (comparison of data from different sources and their qualification), and novelty of the data qualify the book for the desk of anyone working with polymeric materials used in modern applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2 Generic polymers and their modifications for electronics\u003cbr\u003e3 ABS Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene \u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene electronic grades\u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS\/MWCNTs) \u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS\/PA6, PA66)\u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS\/PBT)\u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene CF\u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene GF\u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene SSF\u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (plating resin)\u003cbr\u003e4 CA Cellulose acetate\u003cbr\u003eCellulose acetate CAc\u003cbr\u003eCellulose acetate butyrate\u003cbr\u003e5 EP Epoxy resin\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin - liquid\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin-based inks\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin filled (two-part and single-part)\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin - single-part\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin - two-parts\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin for Casting, Embedding, and Encapsulation\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin - Electrically Conductive Adhesives\u003cbr\u003e6 EPDM\u003cbr\u003eEthylene-propylene diene terpolymer\u003cbr\u003eEthylene-propylene diene terpolymer\u003cbr\u003e7 ETFE\u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene-co-tetrafluoroethylene)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene-co-tetrafluoroethylene)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene-co-tetrafluoroethylene) Irradiation Crosslinked\u003cbr\u003e8 EVAC\u003cbr\u003eEthylene-vinyl acetate \u003cbr\u003eEthylene-vinyl acetate \u003cbr\u003e9 FEP\u003cbr\u003eFluorinated ethylene-propylene copolymer\u003cbr\u003eFluorinated ethylene-propylene copolymer\u003cbr\u003eFluorinated ethylene propylene\u003cbr\u003eFluorinated ethylene propylene, aqueous dispersion\u003cbr\u003eFluorinated ethylene propylene, P\/P \u003cbr\u003eFluoropolymers, amorphous\u003cbr\u003eFluoropolymers, amorphous CTX-809A\/CTL-809M\u003cbr\u003eFluoropolymers, amorphous CTL-107M\u003cbr\u003eFluoropolymer (epitaxial co-crystallized)\u003cbr\u003e10 LCP\u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer\u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer, unfilled\u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer, filled\/carbon fiber (CF)\u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer, filled\/glass fiber (GF)\u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer, filled\/glass\/mineral (G\/M)\u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer, filled\/graphite \u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer, filled\/mineral reinforced(MR)\u003cbr\u003e11 PA6\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA6\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA6\u003cbr\u003e12 PA1010\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA1010\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA1010\u003cbr\u003e13 PA11\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA11\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA11\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA11 Rilsan\u003cbr\u003e14 PA12\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA12\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA12\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA12\/MACMI\u003cbr\u003e15 PA46\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA46\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA46\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA46\/GF\u003cbr\u003e16 PA66\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA66\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA66\u003cbr\u003e17 PA410\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA410\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA410\/Bio-based\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA410\/GR(Bio-based)\u003cbr\u003e18 PA610\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA610\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA610\u003cbr\u003e19 PAC\u003cbr\u003ePolyacetylene\u003cbr\u003ePolyacetylene in electronic and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e20 PAEK\u003cbr\u003ePolyaryletherketone\u003cbr\u003ePolyaryletherketone\u003cbr\u003e21 PANI\u003cbr\u003ePolyaniline\u003cbr\u003ePolyaniline in electronic and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e22 PBT\u003cbr\u003ePoly(butylene terephthalate)\u003cbr\u003eThermoplastic polyester alloy (PBT) unfilled\u003cbr\u003eThermoplastic polyester alloy (PBT) filled\u003cbr\u003ePoly(butylene terephthalate) alloy with PC \u003cbr\u003eThermoplastic polyester resins based on poly(butylene terephthalate) resin\/unfilled\u003cbr\u003eThermoplastic polyester resins based on poly(butylene terephthalate) resin\/filled\u003cbr\u003e23 PC\u003cbr\u003ePolycarbonate\u003cbr\u003ePolycarbonate PC\u003cbr\u003ePolycarbonate\/carbon nanotubes\u003cbr\u003ePolycarbonate for electronics and electrical enclosures\u003cbr\u003e24 PCTFE\u003cbr\u003ePolychlorotrifluoroethylene\u003cbr\u003ePolychlorotrifluoroethylene\u003cbr\u003ePolychlorotrifluoroethylene for electronic and electric applications\u003cbr\u003e25 PDMS\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethylsiloxane\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethylsiloxane, hydroxy-terminated\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethylsiloxane, monovinyl-terminated\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethylsiloxane, vinyl-modified silica Q resin\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethyldiphenylsiloxane copolymer, vinyl-terminated\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethylsiloxane, silicone oil, trimethylsiloxy terminated \u003cbr\u003eSilicone resin general (SR)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(dimethylsiloxane-co-diphenylsiloxane), silanol terminated \u003cbr\u003eN-(2-aminoethyl)-3-aminopropylmethyldimethoxysilane\u003cbr\u003eOctamethyltrisiloxane (Dowsil 1-2577)\u003cbr\u003e6,13-Bis(triisopropylsilylethynyl)pentacene electronic grade\u003cbr\u003eSR*conformal coatings\/potting\u003cbr\u003eSR*encapsulant\u003cbr\u003eSR*gel encapsulants\u003cbr\u003e26\u003cbr\u003ePEBA\u003cbr\u003ePolyether block amide\u003cbr\u003ePolyether block amide e.g. Pebax® \u003cbr\u003ePEBA in electronics and electrical engineering \u003cbr\u003e27\u003cbr\u003ePEDOT\u003cbr\u003ePoly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)\/poly(styrenesulfonate) \u003cbr\u003ePoly(3-dodecylthiophene-2,5-diyl)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(3-hexylthiophene-2,5-diyl)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(2,5-bis(3-hexadecylthiophen-2-yl)thieno[3,2-b]thiophene \u003cbr\u003ePoly(2,5-bis(4-fluoro3-hexadecyl-thiophen-2-yl)thieno[3,2-b ]-\u003cbr\u003ethiophene) \u003cbr\u003ePoly[2,5-bis(3-tetradecylthiophen-2-yl)thieno[3,2-b]thiophene]\u003cbr\u003e28\u003cbr\u003ePEEK\u003cbr\u003ePolyetheretherketone\u003cbr\u003ePolyetheretherketone \u003cbr\u003ePolyetheretherketone pseudo-amorphous\u003cbr\u003ePolyetheretherketone semicrystalline\u003cbr\u003ePolyetheretherketone semicrystalline\u003cbr\u003e29\u003cbr\u003ePEI\u003cbr\u003ePolyetherimide\u003cbr\u003ePolyetherimide PEI amorphous unfilled\u003cbr\u003ePolyetherimide PEI amorphous filled\/20%GF\u003cbr\u003ePolyetherimide PEI amorphous filled\/30%GF\u003cbr\u003ePolyetherimide PEI amorphous filled\/CF\u003cbr\u003ePolyetherimide PEI stainless steel fiber reinforced\u003cbr\u003e30\u003cbr\u003ePET\u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene terephthalate)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene terephthalate) \u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene terephthalate) glycol modified\u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene-co-tetrafluoroethylene)\u003cbr\u003e31\u003cbr\u003ePF\u003cbr\u003ePhenol-formaldehyde resin\u003cbr\u003ePhenolharz\u003cbr\u003e32\u003cbr\u003ePFA\u003cbr\u003ePolyfluoroalkoxy\u003cbr\u003ePolyfluoroalkoxy\u003cbr\u003ePolyfluoroalkoxy - aqueous dispersions\u003cbr\u003ePerfluoroalkoxy\u003cbr\u003e33\u003cbr\u003ePHEMA\u003cbr\u003ePoly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate)\u003cbr\u003e34\u003cbr\u003ePi\u003cbr\u003ePolyimide\u003cbr\u003ePolyimide in electronic and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e35\u003cbr\u003ePMMA\u003cbr\u003ePolymethylmethacrylate\u003cbr\u003ePolymethylmethacrylate\u003cbr\u003ePolymethylmethacrylate in electronic and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e36\u003cbr\u003ePMP\u003cbr\u003ePoly(methyl pentene)\u003cbr\u003ePolymethylpentene TPX\u003cbr\u003e37\u003cbr\u003ePOM\u003cbr\u003ePolyoxymethylene\u003cbr\u003ePolyoxymethylene \u003cbr\u003ePolyoxymethylene acetal copolymer \u003cbr\u003e38\u003cbr\u003ePPA\u003cbr\u003ePolyphthalamide\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA PA6T\/66 \u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA PA6T\/6I \u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA6T\/66-GF\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA6T\/XT\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA6T\/XT-GF \u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA10T\/X\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA10T\/X\/Reinforced\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA4T\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA4T-G\u003cbr\u003e39\u003cbr\u003ePPO\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene oxide)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether) 5R4E PPE\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether) PPE\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether)PPE\/PA\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether) PPE\/PS \u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether) PPE\/PS\/reinforced\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether) PPE\/TPE\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether) PPE\/PS\/non-reinforced\u003cbr\u003e40\u003cbr\u003ePPS\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene sulfide) \u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene sulfide) \u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene sulfide), glass fiber reinforced (GF)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene sulfide), linear\/branched, carbon fibers (CF)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene sulfide) PPS\/carbon nanotube\u003cbr\u003e41\u003cbr\u003ePPY\u003cbr\u003ePolypyrrole\u003cbr\u003ePolypyrrole in electronic and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e42\u003cbr\u003ePS\u003cbr\u003ePolystyrene\u003cbr\u003ePolystyrene\u003cbr\u003ePolystyrene in electronics and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e43\u003cbr\u003ePTFE\u003cbr\u003ePolytetrafluoroethylene\u003cbr\u003ePolytetrafluoroethylene \u003cbr\u003ePolytetrafluoroethylene, modified TFM™ PTFE\u003cbr\u003ePolytetrafluoroethylene - aqueous dispersions\u003cbr\u003ePolytetrafluoroethylene - coagulated dispersions (CD)\u003cbr\u003ePolytetrafluoroethylene - granular powders (GP)\u003cbr\u003e44\u003cbr\u003ePU\u003cbr\u003ePolyurethane resin\u003cbr\u003ePolyurethane resin - one part\u003cbr\u003ePolyurethane resin - two part\u003cbr\u003e45\u003cbr\u003ePVDF\u003cbr\u003ePoly(vinylidene fluoride)\u003cbr\u003ePVDF and PVDF copolymers e.g Kynar Arkema\u003cbr\u003e46\u003cbr\u003ePVC\u003cbr\u003ePolyvinylchloride\u003cbr\u003ePolyvinylchloride rigid\u003cbr\u003ePolyvinylchloride in electronic and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e47\u003cbr\u003ePVP\u003cbr\u003ePolyvinylpyrrolidone\u003cbr\u003ePolyvinylpyrrolidone\u003cbr\u003e48\u003cbr\u003ePX\u003cbr\u003ePoly(p-xylene) (Parylene)\u003cbr\u003e49\u003cbr\u003eSEBS\u003cbr\u003eStyrene-ethylene-butadiene-styrene\u003cbr\u003eStyrene-ethylene-butadiene-styrene (SEBS)\u003cbr\u003e50\u003cbr\u003eTPC\u003cbr\u003eThermoplastic polyester elastomer\u003cbr\u003eThermoplastic polyester elastomer (TPC-ET) unfilled\u003cbr\u003e51\u003cbr\u003eTPU\u003cbr\u003ePolyurethane\u003cbr\u003ePolyurethane TPU\u003cbr\u003ePolyurethane, filled\/composite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. 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Some polymers used in electronics are modifications of commodity or engineering polymers, using many specially developed additives. Typical features of mainstream polymers, such as mechanical performance, optical behavior, and environmental stability, are required by polymers used in electronics, but frequently they must be enhanced to perform in these demanding applications. In many applications, the properties of typical polymers (usually included in popular handbooks) are not sufficient, creating the need to develop special grades or simply use completely new chemistry for their synthesis. Similarly, the typical set of properties included in the description of the mainstream polymer is not sufficient for polymer selection for these applications as they require different data.\u003cbr\u003eThe data included in the Handbook of Polymers for Electronics come from open literature (published articles, conference papers, and books), literature available from manufacturers of various grades of polymers, plastics, and finished products, and patent literature. The above sources were searched, including the most recent literature. This underscores one of the primary goals of this undertaking: to provide readers with the most up-to-date information, which will be frequently updated in the future.\u2028\u2028The presentation of data for all polymers is based on a consistent pattern of data arrangement, although, depending on data availability, only data fields that contain actual values are included for each polymer. The entire scope of the data is divided into sections to make data comparison and search easy. \u2028\u2028The data are organized into the following sections:\u2028• General (Common name, IUPAC name, ACS name, Acronym, CAS number, EC number, RTECS number, Linear formula)\u2028• History (Person to discover, Date, Details)\u2028• Synthesis (Monomer(s) structure, Monomer(s) CAS number(s), Monomer(s) molecular weight(s), Monomer(s) expected purity(ies), Monomer ratio, Degree of substitution, Formulation example, Method of synthesis, Temperature of polymerization, Time of polymerization, Pressure of polymerization, Catalyst, Yield, Activation energy of polymerization, Free enthalpy of formation, Heat of polymerization, Initiation rate constant, Propagation rate constant, Termination rate constant, Chain transfer rate constant, Inhibition rate constant, Polymerization rate constant, Method of polymer separation, Typical impurities, Typical concentration of residual monomer, Number average molecular weight, Mn, Mass average molecular weight, Mw, Polydispersity, Mw\/Mn, Polymerization degree, Molar volume at 298K, Molar volume at melting point, Van der Waals volume, Radius of gyration, End-to-end distance of unperturbed polymer chain, Degree of branching, Type of branching, Chain-end groups, Doping, Conjugation, Ionic conductivity)\u003cbr\u003e• Structure (Crystallinity, Crystalline structure, Cell type (lattice), Cell dimensions, Unit cell angles, Number of chains per unit cell, Crystallite size, Spacing between crystallites, Polymorphs, Tacticity, Cis content, Chain conformation, Entanglement molecular weight, Lamellae thickness, Heat of crystallization, Rapid crystallization temperature, Avrami constants, k\/n)\u2028• Commercial polymers (Selected manufacturers, Trade names, Composition information)\u2028• Physical properties (Density, Bulk density, Color, Refractive index, Birefringence, Molar polarizability, Transmittance, Haze, Gloss, Odor, Melting temperature, Softening point, Decomposition temperature, Fusion temperature, Thermal expansion coefficient, Thermal conductivity, Glass transition temperature, Specific heat capacity, Heat of fusion, Calorific value, Maximum service temperature, Long term service temperature, Temperature index (50% tensile strength loss after 20,000 h\/5000 h), Heat deflection temperature at 0.45 MPa, Heat deflection temperature at 1.8 MPa, Vicat temperature VST\/A\/50, Vicat temperature VST\/B\/50, Start of thermal degradation, Enthalpy, Acceptor number, Donor number, Hansen solubility parameters, dD, dP, dH, Molar volume, Hildebrand solubility parameter, Surface tension, Power factor, Coefficient of friction, Permeability to nitrogen, Permeability to oxygen, Permeability to water vapor, Diffusion coefficient of nitrogen, Diffusion coefficient of oxygen, Diffusion coefficient of water vapor, Contact angle of water, Surface free energy, Speed of sound, Acoustic impedance, Attenuation)\u003cbr\u003e• Electrical properties (Conductivity, Current density, Optoelectrical properties, Dielectric loss factor, Relative permittivity, Dissipation factor, Volume resistivity, Surface resistivity, Dielectric strength, Comparative tracking index, CTI, test liquid A, Comparative tracking index, CTIM, test liquid B, Arc resistance, Loss tangent, Anisotropy of electrical properties, Impedance, Shielding effect, Ferroelectric properties, Piezoelectric properties, Charge carrier mobility, Bandgap, Actuation signal, Actuation bandwidth, Solderability)\u2028\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Mechanical properties (Tensile strength, Tensile modulus, Tensile stress at yield, Tensile creep modulus, 1000 h, elongation 0.5 max, Elongation, Tensile yield strain, Flexural strength, Flexural modulus, Elastic modulus, Compressive strength, Young's modulus, Tear strength, Charpy impact strength, Charpy impact strength, notched, Izod impact strength, Izod impact strength, notched, Shear strength, Tenacity, Abrasion resistance, Adhesive bond strength, Poisson's ratio, Compression set, Shore A hardness, Shore D hardness, Rockwell hardness, Ball indention hardness at 358 N\/30 S, Shrinkage, Brittleness temperature, Viscosity number, Intrinsic viscosity, Mooney viscosity, Melt viscosity, shear rate=1000 s-1, Melt volume flow rate, Melt index, Water absorption, Moisture absorption)\u2028\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Chemical resistance (Acid dilute\/concentrated, Alcohols, Alkalis, Aliphatic hydrocarbons, Aromatic hydrocarbons, Esters, Greases \u0026amp; oils, Halogenated hydrocarbons, Ketones, Theta solvent, Good solvent, Non-solvent)\u2028• Flammability (Flammability according to UL-standard; thickness 1.6\/0.8 mm, Ignition temperature, Autoignition temperature, Limiting oxygen index, Heat release, NBS smoke chamber, Burning rate (Flame spread rate), Char, Heat of combustion, Volatile products of combustion)\u2028\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Weather stability (Spectral sensitivity, Activation wavelengths, Excitation wavelengths, Emission wavelengths, Activation energy of photooxidation, Depth of UV penetration, Important initiators and accelerators, Products of degradation, Stabilizers)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Thermal stability (Activation energy of thermal degradation, Decomposition rate, Important initiators and accelerators, Products of degradation, Stabilizers)\u2028\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e• Biodegradation (Typical biodegradants, Stabilizers)\u2028• Toxicity (NFPA: Health, Flammability, Reactivity rating, Carcinogenic effect, Mutagenic effect, Teratogenic effect, Reproductive toxicity, TLV, ACGIH, NIOSH, MAK\/TRK, OSHA, Acceptable daily intake, Oral rat, LD50, Skin rabbit, LD50)\u2028• Environmental impact (Aquatic toxicity, Daphnia magna, LC50, 48 h, Aquatic toxicity, Bluegill sunfish, LC50, 48 h, Aquatic toxicity, Fathead minnow, LC50, 48 h, Aquatic toxicity, Rainbow trout, LC50, 48 h, Mean degradation half-life, Toxic products of degradation, Biological oxygen demand, BOD5, Chemical oxygen demand, Theoretical oxygen demand, Cradle to grave non-renewable energy use)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u2028• Processing (Typical processing methods, Preprocess drying: temperature\/time\/residual moisture, Processing temperature, Processing pressure, Process time, Additives used in final products, Applications, Outstanding properties)\u2028• Blends (Suitable polymers, Compatibilizers)\u2028• Analysis (FTIR (wavenumber-assignment), Raman (wavenumber-assignment), NMR (chemical shifts), x-ray diffraction peaks)\u2028\u2028 The contents, scope, treatment of the data (comparison of data from different sources and their qualification), and novelty of the data qualify the book for the desk of anyone working with polymeric materials used in modern applications.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2 Generic polymers and their modifications for electronics\u003cbr\u003e3 ABS Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene \u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene electronic grades\u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS\/MWCNTs) \u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS\/PA6, PA66)\u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS\/PBT)\u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene CF\u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene GF\u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene SSF\u003cbr\u003eAcrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (plating resin)\u003cbr\u003e4 CA Cellulose acetate\u003cbr\u003eCellulose acetate CAc\u003cbr\u003eCellulose acetate butyrate\u003cbr\u003e5 EP Epoxy resin\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin - liquid\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin-based inks\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin filled (two-part and single-part)\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin - single-part\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin - two-parts\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin for Casting, Embedding, and Encapsulation\u003cbr\u003eEpoxy resin - Electrically Conductive Adhesives\u003cbr\u003e6 EPDM\u003cbr\u003eEthylene-propylene diene terpolymer\u003cbr\u003eEthylene-propylene diene terpolymer\u003cbr\u003e7 ETFE\u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene-co-tetrafluoroethylene)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene-co-tetrafluoroethylene)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene-co-tetrafluoroethylene) Irradiation Crosslinked\u003cbr\u003e8 EVAC\u003cbr\u003eEthylene-vinyl acetate \u003cbr\u003eEthylene-vinyl acetate \u003cbr\u003e9 FEP\u003cbr\u003eFluorinated ethylene-propylene copolymer\u003cbr\u003eFluorinated ethylene-propylene copolymer\u003cbr\u003eFluorinated ethylene propylene\u003cbr\u003eFluorinated ethylene propylene, aqueous dispersion\u003cbr\u003eFluorinated ethylene propylene, P\/P \u003cbr\u003eFluoropolymers, amorphous\u003cbr\u003eFluoropolymers, amorphous CTX-809A\/CTL-809M\u003cbr\u003eFluoropolymers, amorphous CTL-107M\u003cbr\u003eFluoropolymer (epitaxial co-crystallized)\u003cbr\u003e10 LCP\u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer\u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer, unfilled\u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer, filled\/carbon fiber (CF)\u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer, filled\/glass fiber (GF)\u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer, filled\/glass\/mineral (G\/M)\u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer, filled\/graphite \u003cbr\u003eLiquid crystalline polymer, filled\/mineral reinforced(MR)\u003cbr\u003e11 PA6\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA6\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA6\u003cbr\u003e12 PA1010\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA1010\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA1010\u003cbr\u003e13 PA11\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA11\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA11\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA11 Rilsan\u003cbr\u003e14 PA12\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA12\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA12\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA12\/MACMI\u003cbr\u003e15 PA46\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA46\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA46\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA46\/GF\u003cbr\u003e16 PA66\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA66\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA66\u003cbr\u003e17 PA410\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA410\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA410\/Bio-based\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA410\/GR(Bio-based)\u003cbr\u003e18 PA610\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA610\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PA610\u003cbr\u003e19 PAC\u003cbr\u003ePolyacetylene\u003cbr\u003ePolyacetylene in electronic and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e20 PAEK\u003cbr\u003ePolyaryletherketone\u003cbr\u003ePolyaryletherketone\u003cbr\u003e21 PANI\u003cbr\u003ePolyaniline\u003cbr\u003ePolyaniline in electronic and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e22 PBT\u003cbr\u003ePoly(butylene terephthalate)\u003cbr\u003eThermoplastic polyester alloy (PBT) unfilled\u003cbr\u003eThermoplastic polyester alloy (PBT) filled\u003cbr\u003ePoly(butylene terephthalate) alloy with PC \u003cbr\u003eThermoplastic polyester resins based on poly(butylene terephthalate) resin\/unfilled\u003cbr\u003eThermoplastic polyester resins based on poly(butylene terephthalate) resin\/filled\u003cbr\u003e23 PC\u003cbr\u003ePolycarbonate\u003cbr\u003ePolycarbonate PC\u003cbr\u003ePolycarbonate\/carbon nanotubes\u003cbr\u003ePolycarbonate for electronics and electrical enclosures\u003cbr\u003e24 PCTFE\u003cbr\u003ePolychlorotrifluoroethylene\u003cbr\u003ePolychlorotrifluoroethylene\u003cbr\u003ePolychlorotrifluoroethylene for electronic and electric applications\u003cbr\u003e25 PDMS\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethylsiloxane\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethylsiloxane (PDMS)\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethylsiloxane, hydroxy-terminated\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethylsiloxane, monovinyl-terminated\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethylsiloxane, vinyl-modified silica Q resin\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethyldiphenylsiloxane copolymer, vinyl-terminated\u003cbr\u003ePolydimethylsiloxane, silicone oil, trimethylsiloxy terminated \u003cbr\u003eSilicone resin general (SR)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(dimethylsiloxane-co-diphenylsiloxane), silanol terminated \u003cbr\u003eN-(2-aminoethyl)-3-aminopropylmethyldimethoxysilane\u003cbr\u003eOctamethyltrisiloxane (Dowsil 1-2577)\u003cbr\u003e6,13-Bis(triisopropylsilylethynyl)pentacene electronic grade\u003cbr\u003eSR*conformal coatings\/potting\u003cbr\u003eSR*encapsulant\u003cbr\u003eSR*gel encapsulants\u003cbr\u003e26\u003cbr\u003ePEBA\u003cbr\u003ePolyether block amide\u003cbr\u003ePolyether block amide e.g. Pebax® \u003cbr\u003ePEBA in electronics and electrical engineering \u003cbr\u003e27\u003cbr\u003ePEDOT\u003cbr\u003ePoly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(3,4-ethylenedioxythiophene)\/poly(styrenesulfonate) \u003cbr\u003ePoly(3-dodecylthiophene-2,5-diyl)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(3-hexylthiophene-2,5-diyl)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(2,5-bis(3-hexadecylthiophen-2-yl)thieno[3,2-b]thiophene \u003cbr\u003ePoly(2,5-bis(4-fluoro3-hexadecyl-thiophen-2-yl)thieno[3,2-b ]-\u003cbr\u003ethiophene) \u003cbr\u003ePoly[2,5-bis(3-tetradecylthiophen-2-yl)thieno[3,2-b]thiophene]\u003cbr\u003e28\u003cbr\u003ePEEK\u003cbr\u003ePolyetheretherketone\u003cbr\u003ePolyetheretherketone \u003cbr\u003ePolyetheretherketone pseudo-amorphous\u003cbr\u003ePolyetheretherketone semicrystalline\u003cbr\u003ePolyetheretherketone semicrystalline\u003cbr\u003e29\u003cbr\u003ePEI\u003cbr\u003ePolyetherimide\u003cbr\u003ePolyetherimide PEI amorphous unfilled\u003cbr\u003ePolyetherimide PEI amorphous filled\/20%GF\u003cbr\u003ePolyetherimide PEI amorphous filled\/30%GF\u003cbr\u003ePolyetherimide PEI amorphous filled\/CF\u003cbr\u003ePolyetherimide PEI stainless steel fiber reinforced\u003cbr\u003e30\u003cbr\u003ePET\u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene terephthalate)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene terephthalate) \u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene terephthalate) glycol modified\u003cbr\u003ePoly(ethylene-co-tetrafluoroethylene)\u003cbr\u003e31\u003cbr\u003ePF\u003cbr\u003ePhenol-formaldehyde resin\u003cbr\u003ePhenolharz\u003cbr\u003e32\u003cbr\u003ePFA\u003cbr\u003ePolyfluoroalkoxy\u003cbr\u003ePolyfluoroalkoxy\u003cbr\u003ePolyfluoroalkoxy - aqueous dispersions\u003cbr\u003ePerfluoroalkoxy\u003cbr\u003e33\u003cbr\u003ePHEMA\u003cbr\u003ePoly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate)\u003cbr\u003e34\u003cbr\u003ePi\u003cbr\u003ePolyimide\u003cbr\u003ePolyimide in electronic and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e35\u003cbr\u003ePMMA\u003cbr\u003ePolymethylmethacrylate\u003cbr\u003ePolymethylmethacrylate\u003cbr\u003ePolymethylmethacrylate in electronic and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e36\u003cbr\u003ePMP\u003cbr\u003ePoly(methyl pentene)\u003cbr\u003ePolymethylpentene TPX\u003cbr\u003e37\u003cbr\u003ePOM\u003cbr\u003ePolyoxymethylene\u003cbr\u003ePolyoxymethylene \u003cbr\u003ePolyoxymethylene acetal copolymer \u003cbr\u003e38\u003cbr\u003ePPA\u003cbr\u003ePolyphthalamide\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA PA6T\/66 \u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA PA6T\/6I \u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA6T\/66-GF\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA6T\/XT\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA6T\/XT-GF \u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA10T\/X\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA10T\/X\/Reinforced\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA4T\u003cbr\u003ePolyamide PPA\/PA4T-G\u003cbr\u003e39\u003cbr\u003ePPO\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene oxide)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether) 5R4E PPE\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether) PPE\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether)PPE\/PA\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether) PPE\/PS \u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether) PPE\/PS\/reinforced\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether) PPE\/TPE\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene ether) PPE\/PS\/non-reinforced\u003cbr\u003e40\u003cbr\u003ePPS\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene sulfide) \u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene sulfide) \u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene sulfide), glass fiber reinforced (GF)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene sulfide), linear\/branched, carbon fibers (CF)\u003cbr\u003ePoly(phenylene sulfide) PPS\/carbon nanotube\u003cbr\u003e41\u003cbr\u003ePPY\u003cbr\u003ePolypyrrole\u003cbr\u003ePolypyrrole in electronic and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e42\u003cbr\u003ePS\u003cbr\u003ePolystyrene\u003cbr\u003ePolystyrene\u003cbr\u003ePolystyrene in electronics and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e43\u003cbr\u003ePTFE\u003cbr\u003ePolytetrafluoroethylene\u003cbr\u003ePolytetrafluoroethylene \u003cbr\u003ePolytetrafluoroethylene, modified TFM™ PTFE\u003cbr\u003ePolytetrafluoroethylene - aqueous dispersions\u003cbr\u003ePolytetrafluoroethylene - coagulated dispersions (CD)\u003cbr\u003ePolytetrafluoroethylene - granular powders (GP)\u003cbr\u003e44\u003cbr\u003ePU\u003cbr\u003ePolyurethane resin\u003cbr\u003ePolyurethane resin - one part\u003cbr\u003ePolyurethane resin - two part\u003cbr\u003e45\u003cbr\u003ePVDF\u003cbr\u003ePoly(vinylidene fluoride)\u003cbr\u003ePVDF and PVDF copolymers e.g Kynar Arkema\u003cbr\u003e46\u003cbr\u003ePVC\u003cbr\u003ePolyvinylchloride\u003cbr\u003ePolyvinylchloride rigid\u003cbr\u003ePolyvinylchloride in electronic and electrical applications\u003cbr\u003e47\u003cbr\u003ePVP\u003cbr\u003ePolyvinylpyrrolidone\u003cbr\u003ePolyvinylpyrrolidone\u003cbr\u003e48\u003cbr\u003ePX\u003cbr\u003ePoly(p-xylene) (Parylene)\u003cbr\u003e49\u003cbr\u003eSEBS\u003cbr\u003eStyrene-ethylene-butadiene-styrene\u003cbr\u003eStyrene-ethylene-butadiene-styrene (SEBS)\u003cbr\u003e50\u003cbr\u003eTPC\u003cbr\u003eThermoplastic polyester elastomer\u003cbr\u003eThermoplastic polyester elastomer (TPC-ET) unfilled\u003cbr\u003e51\u003cbr\u003eTPU\u003cbr\u003ePolyurethane\u003cbr\u003ePolyurethane TPU\u003cbr\u003ePolyurethane, filled\/composite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Description Author: George WypychISBN 978-1- 77467-078-1 Publication date: January 2026Fourth EditionPages: 636+xFigures 300Tables 260 Summary This book is a completely updated version of the previous edition, with the most recent literature and patents. It has 12 chapters, each discussing a different aspect of UV-related phenomena that occur when materials are exposed to UV radiation. ...
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{"id":8694780461213,"title":"Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 4th Edition","handle":"handbook-of-uv-degradation-and-stabilization-4th-edition","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1- 77467-078-1\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication date: \u003c\/span\u003e January 2026\u003cbr\u003eFourth Edition\u003cbr\u003ePages: 636+x\u003cbr\u003eFigures 300\u003cbr\u003eTables 260\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eThis book is a completely updated version of the previous edition, with the most recent literature and patents. It has 12 chapters, each discussing a different aspect of UV-related phenomena that occur when materials are exposed to UV radiation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eThe introduction reviews the existing literature to determine how plants, animals, and humans protect themselves against UV radiation. This review permits comparing mechanisms of protection against UV used by living things and the effect of UV radiation on materials derived from natural products, polymers, and rubber. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003ePhotophysics, discussed in the second chapter, helps to build an understanding of physical phenomena occurring in materials when they are exposed to UV radiation. Potentially useful stabilization methods become obvious from the analysis of the process's photophysics. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eThese effects are combined with the photochemical properties of stabilizers and their mechanisms of stabilization, which is the subject of Chapter 3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eChapter 4 contains information on available UV stabilizers. It contains data prepared according to a systematic outline, as listed in the Table of Contents. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eChapter 5 discusses the stability of UV stabilizers, which is important for predicting the lifetime of their protection. The evaluation points out different reasons for instability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eChapter 6 provides the principles of stabilizer selection. This chapter discusses ten areas of influence of stabilizer properties and expectations from the final products. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eChapters 7 and 8 give specific information on the degradation and stabilization of different polymers \u0026amp; rubbers and the final products manufactured from them, respectively. Over 50 polymers and rubbers are discussed in different sections of Chapter 7, and over 40 groups of final products, which use the majority of UV stabilizers, are discussed in Chapter 8. In addition, more focused information is provided in Chapter 9 for sunscreens. This is an example of new developments in technology. The subjects discussed in each individual case of polymer or group of products are given in the Table of Contents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eChapter 10 discusses specific effects of UV stabilizers that may affect formulation because of interactions between UV stabilizers and other formulation components. Chapter 11 discusses analytical methods, which are most frequently used in UV stabilization, to show their potential in further understanding UV degradation and stabilization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eThe book concludes with the effect of UV stabilizers on the health and safety of workers involved in the processing and commercial use of the products (Chapter 12).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThis book is an excellent companion to the \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDatabook of UV Stabilizers\u003c\/b\u003e, which was also recently published. Both books supplement each other without repeating the same information—one contains data, another theory, mechanisms of action, practical effects, and implications of application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThe information contained in both books is essential for the automotive industry, aerospace, polymers and plastics, rubber, cosmetics, preservation of food products, and the large number of industries that derive their products from polymers and rubber (e.g., adhesives, appliances, coatings, coil coated materials, construction, extruded profiles and their final products, greenhouse films, medical equipment, packaging materials, paints, pharmaceutical products, pipes and tubing, roofing materials, sealants, solar cells and collectors, siding, wire and cable, and wood).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2. Photophysics and photochemistry\u003cbr\u003e3. Mechanisms of UV stabilization\u003cbr\u003e4. UV stabilizers (chemical composition, physical-chemical properties, UV absorption, forms, applications – polymers and final products, concentrations used)\u003cbr\u003e5. Stability of UV stabilizers\u003cbr\u003e6. Principles of stabilizer selection\u003cbr\u003e7. UV degradation and stabilization of polymers and rubbers (description according to the following outline: mechanisms and results of degradation, mechanisms, and results of stabilization, and data on activation wavelength (spectral sensitivity), products of degradation, typical results of photodegradation, most important stabilizers, the concentration of stabilizers in formulation, and examples of a lifetime of typical polymeric materials)\u003cbr\u003e8. UV degradation and stabilization of industrial products (description according to the following outline: requirements, lifetime expectations, important changes and mechanisms, stabilization methods)\u003cbr\u003e9 Focus on technology - Sunscreen \u003cbr\u003e10 UV stabilizers and other components of the formulation \u003cbr\u003e11 Analytical methods in UV degradation and stabilization studies\u003cbr\u003e12 UV stabilizers – health, safety, and environment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2025-11-14T09:29:17-05:00","created_at":"2025-08-27T11:57:22-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2026","book","new","UV stabilizers"],"price":35000,"price_min":35000,"price_max":35000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":47159619223709,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":null,"requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 4th Edition","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":35000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1- 77467-078-1","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670781-Case.jpg?v=1763130783"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670781-Case.jpg?v=1763130783","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":32417810055325,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.658,"height":450,"width":296,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670781-Case.jpg?v=1763130783"},"aspect_ratio":0.658,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670781-Case.jpg?v=1763130783","width":296}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1- 77467-078-1\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublication date: \u003c\/span\u003e January 2026\u003cbr\u003eFourth Edition\u003cbr\u003ePages: 636+x\u003cbr\u003eFigures 300\u003cbr\u003eTables 260\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eThis book is a completely updated version of the previous edition, with the most recent literature and patents. It has 12 chapters, each discussing a different aspect of UV-related phenomena that occur when materials are exposed to UV radiation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eThe introduction reviews the existing literature to determine how plants, animals, and humans protect themselves against UV radiation. This review permits comparing mechanisms of protection against UV used by living things and the effect of UV radiation on materials derived from natural products, polymers, and rubber. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003ePhotophysics, discussed in the second chapter, helps to build an understanding of physical phenomena occurring in materials when they are exposed to UV radiation. Potentially useful stabilization methods become obvious from the analysis of the process's photophysics. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eThese effects are combined with the photochemical properties of stabilizers and their mechanisms of stabilization, which is the subject of Chapter 3.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eChapter 4 contains information on available UV stabilizers. It contains data prepared according to a systematic outline, as listed in the Table of Contents. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eChapter 5 discusses the stability of UV stabilizers, which is important for predicting the lifetime of their protection. The evaluation points out different reasons for instability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eChapter 6 provides the principles of stabilizer selection. This chapter discusses ten areas of influence of stabilizer properties and expectations from the final products. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eChapters 7 and 8 give specific information on the degradation and stabilization of different polymers \u0026amp; rubbers and the final products manufactured from them, respectively. Over 50 polymers and rubbers are discussed in different sections of Chapter 7, and over 40 groups of final products, which use the majority of UV stabilizers, are discussed in Chapter 8. In addition, more focused information is provided in Chapter 9 for sunscreens. This is an example of new developments in technology. The subjects discussed in each individual case of polymer or group of products are given in the Table of Contents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eChapter 10 discusses specific effects of UV stabilizers that may affect formulation because of interactions between UV stabilizers and other formulation components. Chapter 11 discusses analytical methods, which are most frequently used in UV stabilization, to show their potential in further understanding UV degradation and stabilization.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003eThe book concludes with the effect of UV stabilizers on the health and safety of workers involved in the processing and commercial use of the products (Chapter 12).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThis book is an excellent companion to the \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDatabook of UV Stabilizers\u003c\/b\u003e, which was also recently published. Both books supplement each other without repeating the same information—one contains data, another theory, mechanisms of action, practical effects, and implications of application.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThe information contained in both books is essential for the automotive industry, aerospace, polymers and plastics, rubber, cosmetics, preservation of food products, and the large number of industries that derive their products from polymers and rubber (e.g., adhesives, appliances, coatings, coil coated materials, construction, extruded profiles and their final products, greenhouse films, medical equipment, packaging materials, paints, pharmaceutical products, pipes and tubing, roofing materials, sealants, solar cells and collectors, siding, wire and cable, and wood).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-fareast-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2. Photophysics and photochemistry\u003cbr\u003e3. Mechanisms of UV stabilization\u003cbr\u003e4. UV stabilizers (chemical composition, physical-chemical properties, UV absorption, forms, applications – polymers and final products, concentrations used)\u003cbr\u003e5. Stability of UV stabilizers\u003cbr\u003e6. Principles of stabilizer selection\u003cbr\u003e7. UV degradation and stabilization of polymers and rubbers (description according to the following outline: mechanisms and results of degradation, mechanisms, and results of stabilization, and data on activation wavelength (spectral sensitivity), products of degradation, typical results of photodegradation, most important stabilizers, the concentration of stabilizers in formulation, and examples of a lifetime of typical polymeric materials)\u003cbr\u003e8. UV degradation and stabilization of industrial products (description according to the following outline: requirements, lifetime expectations, important changes and mechanisms, stabilization methods)\u003cbr\u003e9 Focus on technology - Sunscreen \u003cbr\u003e10 UV stabilizers and other components of the formulation \u003cbr\u003e11 Analytical methods in UV degradation and stabilization studies\u003cbr\u003e12 UV stabilizers – health, safety, and environment\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Description Author: George WypychISBN 978-1-77467-092-7 Published: 2026Pages: 530Figures: 320Tables: 80 Summary The Handbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates begins with an introduction defining key terms for understanding these versatile materials' chemistry and applications. Following this, a historical timeline provides context by tracing the development of polyurethanes from their inception to present-day innovations. The...
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{"id":8694779642013,"title":"Handbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates","handle":"handbook-of-polyurethanes-polyureas-and-polyisocyanurates","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-77467-092-7 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 530\u003cbr\u003eFigures: 320\u003cbr\u003eTables: 80\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eHandbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates\u003c\/b\u003e begins with an \u003cb\u003eintroduction\u003c\/b\u003e defining key terms for understanding these versatile materials' chemistry and applications. Following this, a \u003cb\u003ehistorical timeline\u003c\/b\u003e provides context by tracing the development of polyurethanes from their inception to present-day innovations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe handbook focuses heavily on the \u003cb\u003eraw materials for polyurethane synthesis\u003c\/b\u003e. It explores various \u003cb\u003eisocyanates\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003epolyols\u003c\/b\u003e, detailing their chemical properties and roles in creating diverse polymer structures. The section also discusses \u003cb\u003eamines, solvents, catalysts,\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eadditives\u003c\/b\u003e that enhance the synthesis process, including \u003cb\u003eprepolymers\u003c\/b\u003e, which serve as intermediates in production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe text delves into \u003cb\u003etypical methods of synthesis\u003c\/b\u003e, examining the \u003cb\u003emechanisms of catalysis\u003c\/b\u003e that speed up reactions, factors affecting \u003cb\u003ereaction rates\u003c\/b\u003e, and potential \u003cb\u003eside reactions\u003c\/b\u003e that can occur during polymerization. This leads to a discussion on the \u003cb\u003estructures of linear and crosslinked polyurethanes\u003c\/b\u003e, highlighting how these configurations influence the physical and chemical properties of the final products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eUnderstanding polyurethanes' domain morphology and crystalline structure is crucial, as these factors play a significant role in phase separation and hydrogen bonding, which impact material performance. The handbook also details \u003cb\u003etypical methods for analyzing polyurethanes\u003c\/b\u003e, allowing for assessment of their characteristics and qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe following is a comprehensive review of the physical-mechanical properties of polyurethanes, addressing attributes such as elasticity, tensile strength, and thermal stability. The interactions between polyurethanes and various \u003cb\u003esubstrates\u003c\/b\u003e are also explored, highlighting their compatibility in different applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eDegradation mechanisms, including thermal, UV, and chemical degradation, and strategies for polyurethane stabilization to enhance durability are critically examined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe handbook discusses the creation of \u003cb\u003epolyurethane blends\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003einterpenetrating networks\u003c\/b\u003e, which can combine different material properties for improved performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eAn extensive section on \u003cb\u003eadditives\u003c\/b\u003e used with polyurethanes covers a wide range of substances, such as \u003cb\u003eplasticizers\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003epigments\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eflame retardants\u003c\/b\u003e, and many others, each contributing to specific attributes in the final product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe chapter on \u003cb\u003epolyurethane processing\u003c\/b\u003e outlines essential techniques, including \u003cb\u003emetering, mixing,\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003estorage\u003c\/b\u003e, which are vital for efficient production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eIn terms of applications, the handbook provides a thorough overview of the myriad uses of polyurethanes, from \u003cb\u003eautomotive parts\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003ebedding\u003c\/b\u003e to \u003cb\u003emedical devices\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003epackaging\u003c\/b\u003e, emphasizing the properties and formulations unique to each application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe handbook underscores the importance of health and safety by offering guidelines for safely handling and using polyurethane materials. Finally, it addresses \u003cb\u003ewaste disposal, processing,\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003erecycling\u003c\/b\u003e strategies, promoting environmentally responsible practices in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThis summary encapsulates the core themes and topics of the handbook, providing an overview of what readers can expect from each section. The table of contents also includes concise information about the contents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eHere are some suggestions for potential users of the \"Handbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates\":\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Researchers and Academics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To gain comprehensive knowledge of polyurethane synthesis, properties, and applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: As a reference for literature reviews, experimental designs, and foundational understanding in materials science.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Chemists and Material Scientists\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To explore polyurethanes' chemical and physical properties and their raw materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: For guidance on material selection, synthesis techniques, and formulation development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Industrial Engineers and Process Designers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To understand the processing methods and operational parameters for manufacturing polyurethane products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: As a resource for optimizing production processes and enhancing product quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e4. Product Development Teams\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l9 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To develop new polyurethane-based products across various industries (e.g., automotive, construction, medical).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l9 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: For insights on additives, formulation strategies, and application-specific properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e5. Quality Control and Assurance Professionals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To ensure the quality and performance of polyurethane products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: As a guide for analytical methods and testing protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e6. Environmental Scientists and Sustainability Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To understand the environmental impact of polyurethane production and disposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: For strategies on waste management, recycling, and sustainable practices in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e7. Health and Safety Officers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo7; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To establish safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulations when handling polyurethanes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo7; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: For guidelines on safe practices and material safety data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e8. Students and Educators\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l8 level1 lfo8; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To learn about polymer science and materials engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l8 level1 lfo8; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: As a textbook or supplementary resource for coursework and research projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e9. Consultants and Industry Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo9; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To provide informed advice to companies on polyurethane applications and innovations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo9; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: As a comprehensive source for current knowledge and trends in polyurethane technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e10. Manufacturers of Polyurethane Products\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To stay updated on the latest developments and best practices in polyurethane technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: For insights into formulation, processing, and application methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Introduction – definition of terms\u003cbr\u003e2. Historical timeline\u003cbr\u003e3. Raw materials for polyurethane synthesis\u003cbr\u003ea. Isocyanates\u003cbr\u003eb. Polyols\u003cbr\u003ec. Amines\u003cbr\u003ed. Non-isocyanate synthesis components (cyclic carbonates and amines)\u003cbr\u003ee. Solvents\u003cbr\u003ef. Catalysts\u003cbr\u003eg. Blocking agents\u003cbr\u003eh. Other additives\u003cbr\u003e4. Typical methods of synthesis\u003cbr\u003ea. Mechanisms of catalysis\u003cbr\u003eb. Reaction rates\u003cbr\u003ec. Side reactions (allophanates, biurets, carbodiimides, and dimers)\u003cbr\u003e5. Structures of linear and crosslinked polyurethanes \u003cbr\u003e6. Domain morphology\u003cbr\u003e7. Crystalline structure, phase separation, and hydrogen bonding\u003cbr\u003e8. Typical methods of polyurethane analysis\u003cbr\u003e9. Physical-mechanical properties of polyurethanes\u003cbr\u003e10. Interaction with other materials (substrates\u003cbr\u003e11. Polyurethane degradation\u003cbr\u003ea. Thermal\u003cbr\u003eb. UV\u003cbr\u003ec. Chemical\u003cbr\u003e12. Polyurethane stabilization\u003cbr\u003e13. Polyurethane blends and interpenetrating networks\u003cbr\u003e14. Additives used with polyurethanes \u003cbr\u003ea. Plasticizers \u003cbr\u003eb. Pigments \u003cbr\u003ec. Blowing agents\u003cbr\u003ed. Surfactants \u003cbr\u003ee. Adhesion promoters\u003cbr\u003ef. Rheological additives\u003cbr\u003eg. Fillers and nanofillers \u003cbr\u003eh. Flame retardants\u003cbr\u003ei. Antibacterial additives\u003cbr\u003e15. Polyurethane processing\u003cbr\u003ea. Prepolymers processing\u003cbr\u003eb. Storage \u003cbr\u003ec. Metering\u003cbr\u003ed. Mixing \u003cbr\u003e16. Applications, properties, and formulations\u003cbr\u003ea. 3D printing\u003cbr\u003eb. Adhesives and sealants\u003cbr\u003ec. Appliances\u003cbr\u003ed. Artificial leather\u003cbr\u003ee. Automotive\u003cbr\u003ef. Bedding \u003cbr\u003eg. Building and construction\u003cbr\u003eh. Carpet underlay\u003cbr\u003ei. Coatings and paints\u003cbr\u003ej. Composite wood\u003cbr\u003ek. Electrical and electronics\u003cbr\u003el. Fiber and textiles\u003cbr\u003em. Flooring\u003cbr\u003en. Foams \u003cbr\u003eo. Footwear \u003cbr\u003ep. Furniture\u003cbr\u003eq. Marine\u003cbr\u003er. Roofing\u003cbr\u003es. Medical\u003cbr\u003et. Packaging\u003cbr\u003eu. Pharmaceutical \u003cbr\u003ev. Reaction injection molding\u003cbr\u003ew. Seals and gaskets\u003cbr\u003ex. Shape memory\u003cbr\u003ey. Sporting equipment\u003cbr\u003ez. Straps \u003cbr\u003eaa. Tires\u003cbr\u003ebb. Waterproofing\u003cbr\u003e17. Health and safety\u003cbr\u003e18. Waste disposal, processing, and recycling\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2025-11-14T09:38:00-05:00","created_at":"2025-08-27T11:55:11-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2026","book","electronics","new","nucleating agent","nucleating agents"],"price":35000,"price_min":35000,"price_max":35000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":47159612407965,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":null,"requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Handbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":35000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-77467-092-7","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670927-Case.jpg?v=1763131068"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670927-Case.jpg?v=1763131068","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":32417817723037,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.656,"height":450,"width":295,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670927-Case.jpg?v=1763131068"},"aspect_ratio":0.656,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670927-Case.jpg?v=1763131068","width":295}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-77467-092-7 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 530\u003cbr\u003eFigures: 320\u003cbr\u003eTables: 80\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eHandbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates\u003c\/b\u003e begins with an \u003cb\u003eintroduction\u003c\/b\u003e defining key terms for understanding these versatile materials' chemistry and applications. Following this, a \u003cb\u003ehistorical timeline\u003c\/b\u003e provides context by tracing the development of polyurethanes from their inception to present-day innovations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe handbook focuses heavily on the \u003cb\u003eraw materials for polyurethane synthesis\u003c\/b\u003e. It explores various \u003cb\u003eisocyanates\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003epolyols\u003c\/b\u003e, detailing their chemical properties and roles in creating diverse polymer structures. The section also discusses \u003cb\u003eamines, solvents, catalysts,\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eadditives\u003c\/b\u003e that enhance the synthesis process, including \u003cb\u003eprepolymers\u003c\/b\u003e, which serve as intermediates in production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe text delves into \u003cb\u003etypical methods of synthesis\u003c\/b\u003e, examining the \u003cb\u003emechanisms of catalysis\u003c\/b\u003e that speed up reactions, factors affecting \u003cb\u003ereaction rates\u003c\/b\u003e, and potential \u003cb\u003eside reactions\u003c\/b\u003e that can occur during polymerization. This leads to a discussion on the \u003cb\u003estructures of linear and crosslinked polyurethanes\u003c\/b\u003e, highlighting how these configurations influence the physical and chemical properties of the final products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eUnderstanding polyurethanes' domain morphology and crystalline structure is crucial, as these factors play a significant role in phase separation and hydrogen bonding, which impact material performance. The handbook also details \u003cb\u003etypical methods for analyzing polyurethanes\u003c\/b\u003e, allowing for assessment of their characteristics and qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe following is a comprehensive review of the physical-mechanical properties of polyurethanes, addressing attributes such as elasticity, tensile strength, and thermal stability. The interactions between polyurethanes and various \u003cb\u003esubstrates\u003c\/b\u003e are also explored, highlighting their compatibility in different applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eDegradation mechanisms, including thermal, UV, and chemical degradation, and strategies for polyurethane stabilization to enhance durability are critically examined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe handbook discusses the creation of \u003cb\u003epolyurethane blends\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003einterpenetrating networks\u003c\/b\u003e, which can combine different material properties for improved performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eAn extensive section on \u003cb\u003eadditives\u003c\/b\u003e used with polyurethanes covers a wide range of substances, such as \u003cb\u003eplasticizers\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003epigments\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eflame retardants\u003c\/b\u003e, and many others, each contributing to specific attributes in the final product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe chapter on \u003cb\u003epolyurethane processing\u003c\/b\u003e outlines essential techniques, including \u003cb\u003emetering, mixing,\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003estorage\u003c\/b\u003e, which are vital for efficient production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eIn terms of applications, the handbook provides a thorough overview of the myriad uses of polyurethanes, from \u003cb\u003eautomotive parts\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003ebedding\u003c\/b\u003e to \u003cb\u003emedical devices\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003epackaging\u003c\/b\u003e, emphasizing the properties and formulations unique to each application.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe handbook underscores the importance of health and safety by offering guidelines for safely handling and using polyurethane materials. Finally, it addresses \u003cb\u003ewaste disposal, processing,\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003erecycling\u003c\/b\u003e strategies, promoting environmentally responsible practices in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThis summary encapsulates the core themes and topics of the handbook, providing an overview of what readers can expect from each section. The table of contents also includes concise information about the contents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eHere are some suggestions for potential users of the \"Handbook of Polyurethanes, Polyureas, and Polyisocyanurates\":\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e1. Researchers and Academics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To gain comprehensive knowledge of polyurethane synthesis, properties, and applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: As a reference for literature reviews, experimental designs, and foundational understanding in materials science.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e2. Chemists and Material Scientists\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To explore polyurethanes' chemical and physical properties and their raw materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: For guidance on material selection, synthesis techniques, and formulation development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e3. Industrial Engineers and Process Designers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To understand the processing methods and operational parameters for manufacturing polyurethane products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: As a resource for optimizing production processes and enhancing product quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e4. Product Development Teams\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l9 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To develop new polyurethane-based products across various industries (e.g., automotive, construction, medical).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l9 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: For insights on additives, formulation strategies, and application-specific properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e5. Quality Control and Assurance Professionals\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To ensure the quality and performance of polyurethane products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: As a guide for analytical methods and testing protocols.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e6. Environmental Scientists and Sustainability Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To understand the environmental impact of polyurethane production and disposal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l5 level1 lfo6; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: For strategies on waste management, recycling, and sustainable practices in the industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e7. Health and Safety Officers\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo7; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To establish safety protocols and ensure compliance with regulations when handling polyurethanes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo7; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: For guidelines on safe practices and material safety data.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e8. Students and Educators\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l8 level1 lfo8; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To learn about polymer science and materials engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l8 level1 lfo8; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: As a textbook or supplementary resource for coursework and research projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e9. Consultants and Industry Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo9; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To provide informed advice to companies on polyurethane applications and innovations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l6 level1 lfo9; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: As a comprehensive source for current knowledge and trends in polyurethane technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e10. Manufacturers of Polyurethane Products\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003ePurpose\u003c\/b\u003e: To stay updated on the latest developments and best practices in polyurethane technology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l7 level1 lfo10; tab-stops: list .5in;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 10.0pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse\u003c\/b\u003e: For insights into formulation, processing, and application methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Introduction – definition of terms\u003cbr\u003e2. Historical timeline\u003cbr\u003e3. Raw materials for polyurethane synthesis\u003cbr\u003ea. Isocyanates\u003cbr\u003eb. Polyols\u003cbr\u003ec. Amines\u003cbr\u003ed. Non-isocyanate synthesis components (cyclic carbonates and amines)\u003cbr\u003ee. Solvents\u003cbr\u003ef. Catalysts\u003cbr\u003eg. Blocking agents\u003cbr\u003eh. Other additives\u003cbr\u003e4. Typical methods of synthesis\u003cbr\u003ea. Mechanisms of catalysis\u003cbr\u003eb. Reaction rates\u003cbr\u003ec. Side reactions (allophanates, biurets, carbodiimides, and dimers)\u003cbr\u003e5. Structures of linear and crosslinked polyurethanes \u003cbr\u003e6. Domain morphology\u003cbr\u003e7. Crystalline structure, phase separation, and hydrogen bonding\u003cbr\u003e8. Typical methods of polyurethane analysis\u003cbr\u003e9. Physical-mechanical properties of polyurethanes\u003cbr\u003e10. Interaction with other materials (substrates\u003cbr\u003e11. Polyurethane degradation\u003cbr\u003ea. Thermal\u003cbr\u003eb. UV\u003cbr\u003ec. Chemical\u003cbr\u003e12. Polyurethane stabilization\u003cbr\u003e13. Polyurethane blends and interpenetrating networks\u003cbr\u003e14. Additives used with polyurethanes \u003cbr\u003ea. Plasticizers \u003cbr\u003eb. Pigments \u003cbr\u003ec. Blowing agents\u003cbr\u003ed. Surfactants \u003cbr\u003ee. Adhesion promoters\u003cbr\u003ef. Rheological additives\u003cbr\u003eg. Fillers and nanofillers \u003cbr\u003eh. Flame retardants\u003cbr\u003ei. Antibacterial additives\u003cbr\u003e15. Polyurethane processing\u003cbr\u003ea. Prepolymers processing\u003cbr\u003eb. Storage \u003cbr\u003ec. Metering\u003cbr\u003ed. Mixing \u003cbr\u003e16. Applications, properties, and formulations\u003cbr\u003ea. 3D printing\u003cbr\u003eb. Adhesives and sealants\u003cbr\u003ec. Appliances\u003cbr\u003ed. Artificial leather\u003cbr\u003ee. Automotive\u003cbr\u003ef. Bedding \u003cbr\u003eg. Building and construction\u003cbr\u003eh. Carpet underlay\u003cbr\u003ei. Coatings and paints\u003cbr\u003ej. Composite wood\u003cbr\u003ek. Electrical and electronics\u003cbr\u003el. Fiber and textiles\u003cbr\u003em. Flooring\u003cbr\u003en. Foams \u003cbr\u003eo. Footwear \u003cbr\u003ep. Furniture\u003cbr\u003eq. Marine\u003cbr\u003er. Roofing\u003cbr\u003es. Medical\u003cbr\u003et. Packaging\u003cbr\u003eu. Pharmaceutical \u003cbr\u003ev. Reaction injection molding\u003cbr\u003ew. Seals and gaskets\u003cbr\u003ex. Shape memory\u003cbr\u003ey. Sporting equipment\u003cbr\u003ez. Straps \u003cbr\u003eaa. Tires\u003cbr\u003ebb. Waterproofing\u003cbr\u003e17. Health and safety\u003cbr\u003e18. Waste disposal, processing, and recycling\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Description Author: George WypychISBN 978-1-77467-084-2 Published: Jan 2026Pages: 364+viiiFigures: 116Tables: 15 Summary Handbook of Nucleating Agents is the most extensive monograph on the subject ever written. In addition to the Handbook, Databook of Nucleating Agents is simultaneously published to give readers comprehensive information on this important subject. The third editions of these books contain updates...
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{"id":8694778331293,"title":"Handbook of Nucleating Agents, 3rd Ed","handle":"2026-handbook-of-nucleating-agents-3rd-ed","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-77467-084-2 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: Jan 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 364+viii\u003cbr\u003eFigures: 116\u003cbr\u003eTables: 15\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHandbook of Nucleating Agents\u003c\/b\u003e is the most extensive monograph on the subject ever written. In addition to the Handbook, \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDatabook of Nucleating Agents\u003c\/b\u003e is simultaneously published to give readers comprehensive information on this important subject. The third editions of these books contain updates on new developments during the last 5 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandbook of Nucleating Agents\u003c\/b\u003e gives information on how to increase the production rate, modify structure and morphology, improve mechanical performance, and reduce the haze of polymeric products with proper selection of nucleating agents (and\/or the so-called clarifying agents). Handbook of Nucleating Agents brings analyses of important publications found in open and patent literature. Special attention is given to the findings of the last five years which brought many new important developments.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe book is divided into 14 chapters, each of which concentrates on the essential performance of nucleating agents. Chemical origin and related properties of nucleating agents are analyzed in general terms to highlight the differences in their properties. The specific agents are discussed in \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDatabook of Nucleating Agents\u003c\/b\u003e, which is published as a separate book to help in the selection of products available in the commercial markets and analyze the properties of different products. Information in Databook and Handbook is totally different without any repetition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe next six chapters of the Handbook discuss the most essential theoretical knowledge required for the proper selection and use of nucleating and clarifying agents. These include polymer crystallization with and without nucleating agents, parameters of crystallization, essential influences on the nucleation processes, measures of nucleation efficiency, mechanisms of nucleation, and effective methods of dispersion of nucleating agents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe following three chapters concentrate on the application aspects in different formulations. Here, extensive use is being made of patent literature and research papers available for different applications. Discussed are 19 polymer processing methods that require the use of nucleating agents, 40 different polymers that are known to use nucleating agents, and 16 groups of commercial products in which nucleating agents found applications. This shows that the modern use of nucleating agents is widespread in industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe last three chapters discuss the effects of nucleating agents on the physical and mechanical properties of materials, the essential analytical techniques used to analyze systems containing nucleating agents, and health and safety in the use of nucleating agents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eThese important and timely publications should not be missed. They contain essential information for upgrading production to a more economical level and products to today's highest performance standards. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e2 Chemical Origin of Nucleating Agents \u003cbr\u003e2.1 Acids \u003cbr\u003e2.2 Amides \u003cbr\u003e2.3 Carbon nanotubes \u003cbr\u003e2.4 Graphene derivatives \u003cbr\u003e2.5 Hydrazides \u003cbr\u003e2.6 Inorganic materials \u003cbr\u003e2.6.1 Boron nitride \u003cbr\u003e2.6.2 Calcium carbonate \u003cbr\u003e2.6.3 Hydroxides and oxides\u003cbr\u003e2.6.4 Silica \u003cbr\u003e2.6.5 Talc \u003cbr\u003e2.6.6 Others \u003cbr\u003e2.7 Masterbatch \u003cbr\u003e2.8 Phosphate salts \u003cbr\u003e2.9 Polymeric \u003cbr\u003e2.10 Proprietary nucleating agents\u003cbr\u003e2.11 Renewable resource \u003cbr\u003e2.12 Salts of carboxylic acids \u003cbr\u003e2.13 Sorbitol derivatives \u003cbr\u003e2.14 Xylan esters \u003cbr\u003e2.15 Other nucleating agents \u003cbr\u003e3 Polymer Crystallization with and without Nucleating Agents\u003cbr\u003e4 Parameters of Crystallization \u003cbr\u003e5 What Influences Nucleation?\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Concentration \u003cbr\u003e5.2 Solubility of the nucleating agent in the polymer \u003cbr\u003e5.3 Shear rate and time \u003cbr\u003e5.4 Form of nucleating agent \u003cbr\u003e5.5 Mixtures of nucleating agents \u003cbr\u003e6 Nucleation Efficiency Measures \u003cbr\u003e6.1 Nuclei density\u003cbr\u003e6.2 Nucleation activity and constant \u003cbr\u003e6.3 Nucleation efficiency \u003cbr\u003e6.4 Activation energy \u003cbr\u003e7 Mechanisms of Crystallization \u003cbr\u003e8 Dispersion of Nucleating Agents \u003cbr\u003e9 Nucleating Agents in Different Processing Methods \u003cbr\u003e9.1 Blow molding \u003cbr\u003e9.2 Blown film extrusion \u003cbr\u003e9.3 Calendering \u003cbr\u003e9.4 Compression molding \u003cbr\u003e9.5 Dip coating \u003cbr\u003e9.6 Extrusion \u003cbr\u003e9.7 Foaming \u003cbr\u003e9.8 Hot-melt coating \u003cbr\u003e9.9 Injection molding \u003cbr\u003e9.10 Micro-injection molding \u003cbr\u003e9.11 Powder injection molding \u003cbr\u003e9.12 Pultrusion \u003cbr\u003e9.13 Reaction injection molding \u003cbr\u003e9.14 Rotational molding \u003cbr\u003e9.15 Sheet molding \u003cbr\u003e9.16 Spinning \u003cbr\u003e9.17 Thermoforming \u003cbr\u003e9.18 Welding and machining \u003cbr\u003e9.19 Wire coating\u003cbr\u003e10 Application of Nucleating Agents in Specific Polymers \u003cbr\u003e10.1 Poly(acrylonitrile-co-butadiene-co-styrene) \u003cbr\u003e10.2 Cellulose acetate \u003cbr\u003e10.3 Epoxy resin \u003cbr\u003e10.4 Ethylene-propylene diene terpolymer \u003cbr\u003e10.5 Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer \u003cbr\u003e10.6 Fluorinated ethylene-propylene copolymer \u003cbr\u003e10.7 Liquid crystalline polymer \u003cbr\u003e10.8 Polyamide \u003cbr\u003e10.9 Poly(acrylic acid) \u003cbr\u003e10.10 Polyacrylonitrile \u003cbr\u003e10.11 Polyaniline\u003cbr\u003e10.12 Poly(butylene terephthalate) \u003cbr\u003e10.13 Polycarbonate\u003cbr\u003e10.14 Poly(-caprolactone) \u003cbr\u003e10.15 Polychlorotrifluoroethylene \u003cbr\u003e10.16 Polyethylene \u003cbr\u003e10.17 Polyetheretherketone \u003cbr\u003e10.18 Polyetherketoneketone \u003cbr\u003e10.19 Poly(ethylene oxide) \u003cbr\u003e10.20 Poly(ether sulfone) \u003cbr\u003e10.21 Poly(ethylene terephthalate) \u003cbr\u003e10.22 Polyethylene, silane-crosslinkable \u003cbr\u003e10.23 Poly(glycolic acid) \u003cbr\u003e10.24 Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) \u003cbr\u003e10.25 Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate)\u003cbr\u003e10.26 Polyimide \u003cbr\u003e10.27 Poly(lactic acid) \u003cbr\u003e10.28 Polyoxymethylene \u003cbr\u003e10.29 Polypropylene \u003cbr\u003e10.30 Polyphthalamide \u003cbr\u003e10.31 Poly(p-phenylene sulfide)\u003cbr\u003e10.32 Polystyrene \u003cbr\u003e10.33 Poly(trimethylene terephthalate) \u003cbr\u003e10.34 Polyurethane \u003cbr\u003e10.35 Poly(vinyl alcohol) \u003cbr\u003e10.36 Poly(vinylidene fluoride) \u003cbr\u003e10.37 Poly(vinylidene fluoride-co-hexafluoropropylene) \u003cbr\u003e10.38 Poly(vinyl fluoride) \u003cbr\u003e10.39 Poly(N-vinyl carbazole) \u003cbr\u003e10.40 Unsaturated polyester \u003cbr\u003e11 Nucleating Agents in Various Products\u003cbr\u003e11.1 Adhesives\u003cbr\u003e11.2 Aerospace \u003cbr\u003e11.3 Appliances \u003cbr\u003e11.4 Automotive materials \u003cbr\u003e11.5 Bottles \u003cbr\u003e11.6 Building construction \u003cbr\u003e11.7 Cable \u0026amp; wire \u003cbr\u003e11.8 Coatings \u0026amp; paints \u003cbr\u003e11.9 Electronics and electrical \u003cbr\u003e11.10 Fibers \u003cbr\u003e11.11 Films \u003cbr\u003e11.12 Medical applications \u003cbr\u003e11.13 Pharmaceutical applications \u003cbr\u003e11.14 Railway \u003cbr\u003e11.15 Roofing \u003cbr\u003e11.16 Window profiles \u003cbr\u003e12 Effect of Nucleating Agents on Physical-mechanical Properties \u003cbr\u003e12.1 Physical properties\u003cbr\u003e12.1.1 Agglomeration \u003cbr\u003e12.1.2 Aspect ratio \u003cbr\u003e12.1.3 Crystalline structure \u003cbr\u003e12.1.4 Hydrophilic\/hydrophobic properties \u003cbr\u003e12.1.5 Melting temperature \u003cbr\u003e12.1.6 Moisture \u003cbr\u003e12.1.7 Optical properties \u003cbr\u003e12.1.8 Particle size \u003cbr\u003e12.1.9 Refractive index \u003cbr\u003e12.1.10 Shape memory \u003cbr\u003e12.1.11 Solubility \u003cbr\u003e12.1.12 Surface energy\u003cbr\u003e12.1.13 Thermal conductivity \u003cbr\u003e12.1.14 Transition temperature \u003cbr\u003e12.1.15 Zeta potential \u003cbr\u003e12.2 Mechanical properties \u003cbr\u003e12.2.1 Flexural strength\u003cbr\u003e12.2.2 Hardness\u003cbr\u003e12.2.3 Impact strength \u003cbr\u003e12.2.4 Residual stress \u003cbr\u003e12.2.5 Scratch resistance \u003cbr\u003e12.2.6 Shrinkage \u003cbr\u003e12.2.7 Tear strength \u003cbr\u003e12.2.8 Thermal deformation \u003cbr\u003e12.2.9 Tensile strength \u003cbr\u003e13 Important Analytical Methods Used in the Studies of Nucleating Agents \u003cbr\u003e13.1 Crystallinity \u003cbr\u003e13.2 Crystallization half-time \u003cbr\u003e13.3 Differential scanning calorimetry \u003cbr\u003e13.4 Fast scanning chip calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e13.5 FTIR \u003cbr\u003e13.6 Haze\u003cbr\u003e13.7 Orientation degree \u003cbr\u003e13.8 Polarized light microscopy \u003cbr\u003e13.9 Quenching device\u003cbr\u003e13.10 Small-angle x-ray diffraction \u003cbr\u003e13.11 Spherulite size \u003cbr\u003e13.12 Thermogravimetric analysis \u003cbr\u003e13.13 Vicat softening temperature \u003cbr\u003e13.14 Wide angle x-ray diffraction\u003cbr\u003e14 Health and Safety with Nucleating Agents \u003cbr\u003e Index\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. 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In addition to the Handbook, \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDatabook of Nucleating Agents\u003c\/b\u003e is simultaneously published to give readers comprehensive information on this important subject. The third editions of these books contain updates on new developments during the last 5 years\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHandbook of Nucleating Agents\u003c\/b\u003e gives information on how to increase the production rate, modify structure and morphology, improve mechanical performance, and reduce the haze of polymeric products with proper selection of nucleating agents (and\/or the so-called clarifying agents). Handbook of Nucleating Agents brings analyses of important publications found in open and patent literature. Special attention is given to the findings of the last five years which brought many new important developments.\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe book is divided into 14 chapters, each of which concentrates on the essential performance of nucleating agents. Chemical origin and related properties of nucleating agents are analyzed in general terms to highlight the differences in their properties. The specific agents are discussed in \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDatabook of Nucleating Agents\u003c\/b\u003e, which is published as a separate book to help in the selection of products available in the commercial markets and analyze the properties of different products. Information in Databook and Handbook is totally different without any repetition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe next six chapters of the Handbook discuss the most essential theoretical knowledge required for the proper selection and use of nucleating and clarifying agents. These include polymer crystallization with and without nucleating agents, parameters of crystallization, essential influences on the nucleation processes, measures of nucleation efficiency, mechanisms of nucleation, and effective methods of dispersion of nucleating agents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe following three chapters concentrate on the application aspects in different formulations. Here, extensive use is being made of patent literature and research papers available for different applications. Discussed are 19 polymer processing methods that require the use of nucleating agents, 40 different polymers that are known to use nucleating agents, and 16 groups of commercial products in which nucleating agents found applications. This shows that the modern use of nucleating agents is widespread in industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe last three chapters discuss the effects of nucleating agents on the physical and mechanical properties of materials, the essential analytical techniques used to analyze systems containing nucleating agents, and health and safety in the use of nucleating agents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003eThese important and timely publications should not be missed. They contain essential information for upgrading production to a more economical level and products to today's highest performance standards. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e2 Chemical Origin of Nucleating Agents \u003cbr\u003e2.1 Acids \u003cbr\u003e2.2 Amides \u003cbr\u003e2.3 Carbon nanotubes \u003cbr\u003e2.4 Graphene derivatives \u003cbr\u003e2.5 Hydrazides \u003cbr\u003e2.6 Inorganic materials \u003cbr\u003e2.6.1 Boron nitride \u003cbr\u003e2.6.2 Calcium carbonate \u003cbr\u003e2.6.3 Hydroxides and oxides\u003cbr\u003e2.6.4 Silica \u003cbr\u003e2.6.5 Talc \u003cbr\u003e2.6.6 Others \u003cbr\u003e2.7 Masterbatch \u003cbr\u003e2.8 Phosphate salts \u003cbr\u003e2.9 Polymeric \u003cbr\u003e2.10 Proprietary nucleating agents\u003cbr\u003e2.11 Renewable resource \u003cbr\u003e2.12 Salts of carboxylic acids \u003cbr\u003e2.13 Sorbitol derivatives \u003cbr\u003e2.14 Xylan esters \u003cbr\u003e2.15 Other nucleating agents \u003cbr\u003e3 Polymer Crystallization with and without Nucleating Agents\u003cbr\u003e4 Parameters of Crystallization \u003cbr\u003e5 What Influences Nucleation?\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Concentration \u003cbr\u003e5.2 Solubility of the nucleating agent in the polymer \u003cbr\u003e5.3 Shear rate and time \u003cbr\u003e5.4 Form of nucleating agent \u003cbr\u003e5.5 Mixtures of nucleating agents \u003cbr\u003e6 Nucleation Efficiency Measures \u003cbr\u003e6.1 Nuclei density\u003cbr\u003e6.2 Nucleation activity and constant \u003cbr\u003e6.3 Nucleation efficiency \u003cbr\u003e6.4 Activation energy \u003cbr\u003e7 Mechanisms of Crystallization \u003cbr\u003e8 Dispersion of Nucleating Agents \u003cbr\u003e9 Nucleating Agents in Different Processing Methods \u003cbr\u003e9.1 Blow molding \u003cbr\u003e9.2 Blown film extrusion \u003cbr\u003e9.3 Calendering \u003cbr\u003e9.4 Compression molding \u003cbr\u003e9.5 Dip coating \u003cbr\u003e9.6 Extrusion \u003cbr\u003e9.7 Foaming \u003cbr\u003e9.8 Hot-melt coating \u003cbr\u003e9.9 Injection molding \u003cbr\u003e9.10 Micro-injection molding \u003cbr\u003e9.11 Powder injection molding \u003cbr\u003e9.12 Pultrusion \u003cbr\u003e9.13 Reaction injection molding \u003cbr\u003e9.14 Rotational molding \u003cbr\u003e9.15 Sheet molding \u003cbr\u003e9.16 Spinning \u003cbr\u003e9.17 Thermoforming \u003cbr\u003e9.18 Welding and machining \u003cbr\u003e9.19 Wire coating\u003cbr\u003e10 Application of Nucleating Agents in Specific Polymers \u003cbr\u003e10.1 Poly(acrylonitrile-co-butadiene-co-styrene) \u003cbr\u003e10.2 Cellulose acetate \u003cbr\u003e10.3 Epoxy resin \u003cbr\u003e10.4 Ethylene-propylene diene terpolymer \u003cbr\u003e10.5 Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer \u003cbr\u003e10.6 Fluorinated ethylene-propylene copolymer \u003cbr\u003e10.7 Liquid crystalline polymer \u003cbr\u003e10.8 Polyamide \u003cbr\u003e10.9 Poly(acrylic acid) \u003cbr\u003e10.10 Polyacrylonitrile \u003cbr\u003e10.11 Polyaniline\u003cbr\u003e10.12 Poly(butylene terephthalate) \u003cbr\u003e10.13 Polycarbonate\u003cbr\u003e10.14 Poly(-caprolactone) \u003cbr\u003e10.15 Polychlorotrifluoroethylene \u003cbr\u003e10.16 Polyethylene \u003cbr\u003e10.17 Polyetheretherketone \u003cbr\u003e10.18 Polyetherketoneketone \u003cbr\u003e10.19 Poly(ethylene oxide) \u003cbr\u003e10.20 Poly(ether sulfone) \u003cbr\u003e10.21 Poly(ethylene terephthalate) \u003cbr\u003e10.22 Polyethylene, silane-crosslinkable \u003cbr\u003e10.23 Poly(glycolic acid) \u003cbr\u003e10.24 Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) \u003cbr\u003e10.25 Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxyvalerate)\u003cbr\u003e10.26 Polyimide \u003cbr\u003e10.27 Poly(lactic acid) \u003cbr\u003e10.28 Polyoxymethylene \u003cbr\u003e10.29 Polypropylene \u003cbr\u003e10.30 Polyphthalamide \u003cbr\u003e10.31 Poly(p-phenylene sulfide)\u003cbr\u003e10.32 Polystyrene \u003cbr\u003e10.33 Poly(trimethylene terephthalate) \u003cbr\u003e10.34 Polyurethane \u003cbr\u003e10.35 Poly(vinyl alcohol) \u003cbr\u003e10.36 Poly(vinylidene fluoride) \u003cbr\u003e10.37 Poly(vinylidene fluoride-co-hexafluoropropylene) \u003cbr\u003e10.38 Poly(vinyl fluoride) \u003cbr\u003e10.39 Poly(N-vinyl carbazole) \u003cbr\u003e10.40 Unsaturated polyester \u003cbr\u003e11 Nucleating Agents in Various Products\u003cbr\u003e11.1 Adhesives\u003cbr\u003e11.2 Aerospace \u003cbr\u003e11.3 Appliances \u003cbr\u003e11.4 Automotive materials \u003cbr\u003e11.5 Bottles \u003cbr\u003e11.6 Building construction \u003cbr\u003e11.7 Cable \u0026amp; wire \u003cbr\u003e11.8 Coatings \u0026amp; paints \u003cbr\u003e11.9 Electronics and electrical \u003cbr\u003e11.10 Fibers \u003cbr\u003e11.11 Films \u003cbr\u003e11.12 Medical applications \u003cbr\u003e11.13 Pharmaceutical applications \u003cbr\u003e11.14 Railway \u003cbr\u003e11.15 Roofing \u003cbr\u003e11.16 Window profiles \u003cbr\u003e12 Effect of Nucleating Agents on Physical-mechanical Properties \u003cbr\u003e12.1 Physical properties\u003cbr\u003e12.1.1 Agglomeration \u003cbr\u003e12.1.2 Aspect ratio \u003cbr\u003e12.1.3 Crystalline structure \u003cbr\u003e12.1.4 Hydrophilic\/hydrophobic properties \u003cbr\u003e12.1.5 Melting temperature \u003cbr\u003e12.1.6 Moisture \u003cbr\u003e12.1.7 Optical properties \u003cbr\u003e12.1.8 Particle size \u003cbr\u003e12.1.9 Refractive index \u003cbr\u003e12.1.10 Shape memory \u003cbr\u003e12.1.11 Solubility \u003cbr\u003e12.1.12 Surface energy\u003cbr\u003e12.1.13 Thermal conductivity \u003cbr\u003e12.1.14 Transition temperature \u003cbr\u003e12.1.15 Zeta potential \u003cbr\u003e12.2 Mechanical properties \u003cbr\u003e12.2.1 Flexural strength\u003cbr\u003e12.2.2 Hardness\u003cbr\u003e12.2.3 Impact strength \u003cbr\u003e12.2.4 Residual stress \u003cbr\u003e12.2.5 Scratch resistance \u003cbr\u003e12.2.6 Shrinkage \u003cbr\u003e12.2.7 Tear strength \u003cbr\u003e12.2.8 Thermal deformation \u003cbr\u003e12.2.9 Tensile strength \u003cbr\u003e13 Important Analytical Methods Used in the Studies of Nucleating Agents \u003cbr\u003e13.1 Crystallinity \u003cbr\u003e13.2 Crystallization half-time \u003cbr\u003e13.3 Differential scanning calorimetry \u003cbr\u003e13.4 Fast scanning chip calorimetry\u003cbr\u003e13.5 FTIR \u003cbr\u003e13.6 Haze\u003cbr\u003e13.7 Orientation degree \u003cbr\u003e13.8 Polarized light microscopy \u003cbr\u003e13.9 Quenching device\u003cbr\u003e13.10 Small-angle x-ray diffraction \u003cbr\u003e13.11 Spherulite size \u003cbr\u003e13.12 Thermogravimetric analysis \u003cbr\u003e13.13 Vicat softening temperature \u003cbr\u003e13.14 Wide angle x-ray diffraction\u003cbr\u003e14 Health and Safety with Nucleating Agents \u003cbr\u003e Index\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Description Author: George WypychISBN 978-1-77467-090-3 Published: March 2026Pages: 312+viFigures: 110Tables: 2 Summary This book provides a comprehensive exploration of microplastics, starting with an introduction that defines them, their proliferation, and their geographical distribution around the world. It highlights the alarming prevalence of these small plastic particles and sets the stage for understanding their complex nature....
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{"id":8694773285021,"title":"Handbook of Microplastics","handle":"handbook-of-microplastics","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-77467-090-3 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: March 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 312+vi\u003cbr\u003eFigures: 110\u003cbr\u003eTables: 2\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThis book provides a comprehensive exploration of microplastics, starting with an introduction that defines them, their proliferation, and their geographical distribution around the world. It highlights the alarming prevalence of these small plastic particles and sets the stage for understanding their complex nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe discussion then shifts to the chemical components of microplastics, examining both the original materials and those that result from degradation processes. This exploration of their composition leads to an analysis of their morphology, detailing their physical characteristics and the various forms they take in different environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eA crucial section is dedicated to the mechanisms of microplastic formation, shedding light on how these particles originate and evolve. The book also covers methods for detecting and analyzing microplastics, emphasizing the importance of accurate identification in assessing their impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eAdditionally, it identifies key commercial products (24 groups of products) that are significant sources of microplastics, raising awareness about consumer choices and their environmental consequences. The examination of microplastics from various polymers (46 polymers) delves into their formation, properties, and hazards, providing a detailed understanding of the types of plastics involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe environmental impact of microplastics is addressed thoroughly, with discussions on their presence in air, water, and soil, illustrating their pervasive nature. This leads to an examination of the potential effects on human health, highlighting growing concerns over exposure and associated risks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe book also explores the effects of microplastics on wildlife, including plants, animals, birds, insects, and organisms in aquatic habitats, showcasing the extensive ecological disruption caused by these pollutants. The discussion on microplastics in the food chain underscores the serious implications for both ecosystems and human diets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eCurrent policy measures aimed at combating microplastic pollution are reviewed, providing insights into governmental and international efforts. The final chapters propose potential methods for reducing, eliminating, and preventing microplastics, stressing the urgency of innovative solutions and collective action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eIn conclusion, the book offers a forward-looking perspective on the future of microplastics, emphasizing the need for ongoing research, policy adaptation, and public awareness. By addressing these critical issues, the book serves as a vital resource for understanding the challenges posed by microplastics and the importance of taking action to mitigate their impact on the environment and human health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Microplastics – introduction, definition, proliferation, and geographical distribution\u003cbr\u003e2. Chemical components of microplastics -original and produced by degradation\u003cbr\u003e3. Mechanism of microplastic formation\u003cbr\u003e4. Methods of analysis of microplastics\u003cbr\u003ea. Adsorption\u003cbr\u003eb. Biochemical analysis (oxidative stress, enzymatic activity)\u003cbr\u003ec. Identification (ED-XRF, FTIR, Py–GC\/MS, Raman)\u003cbr\u003ed. Morphology (AFM, SEM, stereomicroscope, TEM)\u003cbr\u003ee. Purification (organic matter digestion)\u003cbr\u003ef. Size \u003cbr\u003eg. Toxicity (LDH assay, NMR, TXRF)\u003cbr\u003eh. Standard methods\u003cbr\u003e5. Commercial products that are the main source of their formation\u003cbr\u003ea. Adhesives and sealants\u003cbr\u003eb. Agricultural films\u003cbr\u003ec. Biodegradable polymers\u003cbr\u003ed. Bottles\u003cbr\u003ee. Building and construction\u003cbr\u003ef. Carpets\u003cbr\u003eg. City dust\u003cbr\u003eh. Coatings and paints\u003cbr\u003ei. Cleaners\u003cbr\u003ej. Coffee and tea bags\u003cbr\u003ek. Dishwashers\u003cbr\u003el. Fishing gear\u003cbr\u003em. Foams\u003cbr\u003en. Food and beverage containers\u003cbr\u003eo. Industrial wastes\u003cbr\u003ep. Marine coatings\u003cbr\u003eq. Personal care products\u003cbr\u003er. Pipes\u003cbr\u003es. Plastic bags\u003cbr\u003et. Plastic utensils\u003cbr\u003eu. Plastic wrap\u003cbr\u003ev. Road markings\u003cbr\u003ew. Textiles\u003cbr\u003ex. Tires\u003cbr\u003ey. Toys\u003cbr\u003e6. Microplastics from different polymers – their formation, properties, and hazards\u003cbr\u003ea. ABS Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene\u003cbr\u003eb. CA Cellulose acetate \u003cbr\u003ec. CR Polychloroprene \u003cbr\u003ed. EP Epoxy resin \u003cbr\u003ee. EPDM Ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer\u003cbr\u003ef. EVAC Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer \u003cbr\u003eg. EVOH Ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer \u003cbr\u003eh. HDPE High-density polyethylene \u003cbr\u003ei. LDPE Low-density polyethylene \u003cbr\u003ej. LLDPE Linear low-density polyethylene \u003cbr\u003ek. MF Melamine-formaldehyde resin \u003cbr\u003el. PA Polyamide \u003cbr\u003em. PAAm Polyacrylamide \u003cbr\u003en. PAC Polyacetylene \u003cbr\u003eo. PAN Polyacrylonitrile \u003cbr\u003ep. PBD Polybutadiene \u003cbr\u003eq. PBT Poly(butylene terephthalate)\u003cbr\u003er. PC Polycarbonate \u003cbr\u003es. PCL Poly(e-caprolactone) \u003cbr\u003et. PDMS Polydimethylsiloxane \u003cbr\u003eu. PE Polyethylene\u003cbr\u003ev. PEEK Polyetheretherketone \u003cbr\u003ew. PET Poly(ethylene terephthalate)\u003cbr\u003ex. PF Phenol-formaldehyde resin\u003cbr\u003ey. PHB Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) \u003cbr\u003ez. PHBV Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxy valerate)\u003cbr\u003eaa. PHEMA Poly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate) \u003cbr\u003ebb. PLA Poly(lactic acid) \u003cbr\u003ecc. PLGA Poly(DL-lactide-co-glycolide) \u003cbr\u003edd. PMAA Poly(methacrylic acid) \u003cbr\u003eee. PP Polypropylene \u003cbr\u003eff. PPS Poly(p-phenylene sulfide) \u003cbr\u003egg. PPSU Poly(phenylene sulfone) \u003cbr\u003ehh. PPTA Poly(p-phenylene terephthalamide) \u003cbr\u003eii. PS Polystyrene \u003cbr\u003ejj. PTFE Polytetrafluoroethylene \u003cbr\u003ekk. PU Polyurethane \u003cbr\u003ell. PVAc Polyvinylacetate \u003cbr\u003emm. PVAl Polyvinylalcohol \u003cbr\u003enn. PVC Polyvinylchloride \u003cbr\u003eoo. PVDF Poly(vinylidene fluoride) \u003cbr\u003epp. PVF Poly(vinyl fluoride) \u003cbr\u003eqq. PVP Poly(N-vinyl pyrrolidone) \u003cbr\u003err. SBR Poly(styrene-co-butadiene) \u003cbr\u003ess. SBS Styrene-butadiene-styrene triblock copolymer\u003cbr\u003ett. UF Urea-formaldehyde resin\u003cbr\u003e7. Microplastics in the environment – air, water, and soil\u003cbr\u003e8. Potential effects of microplastics on human health\u003cbr\u003e9. Effect of microplastics on plants, animals, birds, insects, and organisms living in aquatic habitats\u003cbr\u003e10. Microplastics in the food chain\u003cbr\u003e11. Policy measures\u003cbr\u003e12. Microplastic prevention, reduction, and elimination \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. 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It highlights the alarming prevalence of these small plastic particles and sets the stage for understanding their complex nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe discussion then shifts to the chemical components of microplastics, examining both the original materials and those that result from degradation processes. This exploration of their composition leads to an analysis of their morphology, detailing their physical characteristics and the various forms they take in different environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eA crucial section is dedicated to the mechanisms of microplastic formation, shedding light on how these particles originate and evolve. The book also covers methods for detecting and analyzing microplastics, emphasizing the importance of accurate identification in assessing their impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eAdditionally, it identifies key commercial products (24 groups of products) that are significant sources of microplastics, raising awareness about consumer choices and their environmental consequences. The examination of microplastics from various polymers (46 polymers) delves into their formation, properties, and hazards, providing a detailed understanding of the types of plastics involved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe environmental impact of microplastics is addressed thoroughly, with discussions on their presence in air, water, and soil, illustrating their pervasive nature. This leads to an examination of the potential effects on human health, highlighting growing concerns over exposure and associated risks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe book also explores the effects of microplastics on wildlife, including plants, animals, birds, insects, and organisms in aquatic habitats, showcasing the extensive ecological disruption caused by these pollutants. The discussion on microplastics in the food chain underscores the serious implications for both ecosystems and human diets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eCurrent policy measures aimed at combating microplastic pollution are reviewed, providing insights into governmental and international efforts. The final chapters propose potential methods for reducing, eliminating, and preventing microplastics, stressing the urgency of innovative solutions and collective action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eIn conclusion, the book offers a forward-looking perspective on the future of microplastics, emphasizing the need for ongoing research, policy adaptation, and public awareness. By addressing these critical issues, the book serves as a vital resource for understanding the challenges posed by microplastics and the importance of taking action to mitigate their impact on the environment and human health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Microplastics – introduction, definition, proliferation, and geographical distribution\u003cbr\u003e2. Chemical components of microplastics -original and produced by degradation\u003cbr\u003e3. Mechanism of microplastic formation\u003cbr\u003e4. Methods of analysis of microplastics\u003cbr\u003ea. Adsorption\u003cbr\u003eb. Biochemical analysis (oxidative stress, enzymatic activity)\u003cbr\u003ec. Identification (ED-XRF, FTIR, Py–GC\/MS, Raman)\u003cbr\u003ed. Morphology (AFM, SEM, stereomicroscope, TEM)\u003cbr\u003ee. Purification (organic matter digestion)\u003cbr\u003ef. Size \u003cbr\u003eg. Toxicity (LDH assay, NMR, TXRF)\u003cbr\u003eh. Standard methods\u003cbr\u003e5. Commercial products that are the main source of their formation\u003cbr\u003ea. Adhesives and sealants\u003cbr\u003eb. Agricultural films\u003cbr\u003ec. Biodegradable polymers\u003cbr\u003ed. Bottles\u003cbr\u003ee. Building and construction\u003cbr\u003ef. Carpets\u003cbr\u003eg. City dust\u003cbr\u003eh. Coatings and paints\u003cbr\u003ei. Cleaners\u003cbr\u003ej. Coffee and tea bags\u003cbr\u003ek. Dishwashers\u003cbr\u003el. Fishing gear\u003cbr\u003em. Foams\u003cbr\u003en. Food and beverage containers\u003cbr\u003eo. Industrial wastes\u003cbr\u003ep. Marine coatings\u003cbr\u003eq. Personal care products\u003cbr\u003er. Pipes\u003cbr\u003es. Plastic bags\u003cbr\u003et. Plastic utensils\u003cbr\u003eu. Plastic wrap\u003cbr\u003ev. Road markings\u003cbr\u003ew. Textiles\u003cbr\u003ex. Tires\u003cbr\u003ey. Toys\u003cbr\u003e6. Microplastics from different polymers – their formation, properties, and hazards\u003cbr\u003ea. ABS Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene\u003cbr\u003eb. CA Cellulose acetate \u003cbr\u003ec. CR Polychloroprene \u003cbr\u003ed. EP Epoxy resin \u003cbr\u003ee. EPDM Ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer\u003cbr\u003ef. EVAC Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer \u003cbr\u003eg. EVOH Ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer \u003cbr\u003eh. HDPE High-density polyethylene \u003cbr\u003ei. LDPE Low-density polyethylene \u003cbr\u003ej. LLDPE Linear low-density polyethylene \u003cbr\u003ek. MF Melamine-formaldehyde resin \u003cbr\u003el. PA Polyamide \u003cbr\u003em. PAAm Polyacrylamide \u003cbr\u003en. PAC Polyacetylene \u003cbr\u003eo. PAN Polyacrylonitrile \u003cbr\u003ep. PBD Polybutadiene \u003cbr\u003eq. PBT Poly(butylene terephthalate)\u003cbr\u003er. PC Polycarbonate \u003cbr\u003es. PCL Poly(e-caprolactone) \u003cbr\u003et. PDMS Polydimethylsiloxane \u003cbr\u003eu. PE Polyethylene\u003cbr\u003ev. PEEK Polyetheretherketone \u003cbr\u003ew. PET Poly(ethylene terephthalate)\u003cbr\u003ex. PF Phenol-formaldehyde resin\u003cbr\u003ey. PHB Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate) \u003cbr\u003ez. PHBV Poly(3-hydroxybutyrate-co-3-hydroxy valerate)\u003cbr\u003eaa. PHEMA Poly(2-hydroxyethyl methacrylate) \u003cbr\u003ebb. PLA Poly(lactic acid) \u003cbr\u003ecc. PLGA Poly(DL-lactide-co-glycolide) \u003cbr\u003edd. PMAA Poly(methacrylic acid) \u003cbr\u003eee. PP Polypropylene \u003cbr\u003eff. PPS Poly(p-phenylene sulfide) \u003cbr\u003egg. PPSU Poly(phenylene sulfone) \u003cbr\u003ehh. PPTA Poly(p-phenylene terephthalamide) \u003cbr\u003eii. PS Polystyrene \u003cbr\u003ejj. PTFE Polytetrafluoroethylene \u003cbr\u003ekk. PU Polyurethane \u003cbr\u003ell. PVAc Polyvinylacetate \u003cbr\u003emm. PVAl Polyvinylalcohol \u003cbr\u003enn. PVC Polyvinylchloride \u003cbr\u003eoo. PVDF Poly(vinylidene fluoride) \u003cbr\u003epp. PVF Poly(vinyl fluoride) \u003cbr\u003eqq. PVP Poly(N-vinyl pyrrolidone) \u003cbr\u003err. SBR Poly(styrene-co-butadiene) \u003cbr\u003ess. SBS Styrene-butadiene-styrene triblock copolymer\u003cbr\u003ett. UF Urea-formaldehyde resin\u003cbr\u003e7. Microplastics in the environment – air, water, and soil\u003cbr\u003e8. Potential effects of microplastics on human health\u003cbr\u003e9. Effect of microplastics on plants, animals, birds, insects, and organisms living in aquatic habitats\u003cbr\u003e10. Microplastics in the food chain\u003cbr\u003e11. Policy measures\u003cbr\u003e12. Microplastic prevention, reduction, and elimination \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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The Databook contains information and data on over 350 commercial and literature-based products, and the Handbook explains their roles, selection, mechanism of action, and use in different polymers and products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eFrom the information in the Introduction, it can be inferred that the global flame retardant market is growing. Also, high fluidity is observed in permitted applications of various groups of flame retardants, mainly because of increased public awareness and scrutiny, but also because of the large time lag between the implementation of new groups of flame retardants and the flow of negative observations, which frequently lead to their replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eChapter 2 contains fundamental information on the ignition and spread of fire. Energy effects on the ignition, ignition sources, and the effects of pressure, oxygen concentration, gravity, buoyancy, geometry, airflow, and heat absorption are examples of topics discussed in reference to ignition. Flash fires, tunnel fires, pool fires, trench fires, jet fires, flow impingement, and convective heat loss are some topics related to modeling fire spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eChapter 3 has been devoted to combustion, pyrolysis, smoke, and char formation. Flammability limits, burning velocity, decomposition temperature, limiting oxygen index, heat release capacity, and specific heat of combustion are typical parameters affecting combustion. A variety of properties related to pyrolysis, such as bubble formation, diffusion, viscosity, surface flame spread, thermal radiation, heat conduction, wind, smoldering, and many others, are discussed in relation to pyrolysis. Smoke is the major reason for death in fires, and char formation is the major protection against the emission of gases and provides inhibition of fires – both are discussed extensively in Chapter 3 and in Chapter 6 for individual polymers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eChapter 4 outlines the properties of 30 chemical groups of flame retardants. The average properties for each group are given in a table containing five sections, including general, physical, health, ecological, and use data. These tables were prepared based on data included in the \u003cb\u003eDatabook of Flame Retardants\u003c\/b\u003e. The difference is in scope. The Databook contains data for 350+ individual flame retardants, and this chapter of the Handbook contains only a range of properties for each chemical group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eChapter 5 discusses mechanisms of action and outcomes in preventing, delaying, or extinguishing burning material for 21 groups of flame retardants. Each group's discussion includes typical representatives, synergists, and modes of action in the gas and condensed phases. The mechanisms are illustrated by chemical equations and schematic diagrams emphasizing the most important features of each mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eChapter 6, in 67 separate sections, discusses flame retardants, their peculiarities of action, specific mechanisms, applications to different products, and results of their incorporation. Based on the most recent findings, suggestions are made for the best selection of flame retardants for various polymers, their incorporation and loading, and their effect on the properties of final products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2. Fire ignition and spread\u003cbr\u003e3. Combustion, pyrolysis, and smoke and char formation\u003cbr\u003e4. Typical groups of flame retardants and intumescent additives\u003cbr\u003ea. Antimonates\u003cbr\u003eb. Borates \u003cbr\u003ec. Brominated \u003cbr\u003ed. Carbon nanotube\u003cbr\u003ee. Chloroparaffin \u003cbr\u003ef. Fluoropolymers \u003cbr\u003eg. Graphene\u003cbr\u003eh. Graphite \u003cbr\u003ei. Hydroxides (aluminum, magnesium)\u003cbr\u003ej. Hydroxystanates and stannates\u003cbr\u003ek. Inorganic complex\u003cbr\u003el. Melamines and triazines \u003cbr\u003em. Molybdates\u003cbr\u003en. Organophosphorous\u003cbr\u003eo. Organotins \u003cbr\u003ep. Oxides\u003cbr\u003eq. Peroxides \u003cbr\u003er. Phosphates\u003cbr\u003es. Phosphazenes \u003cbr\u003et. Phosphinates \u003cbr\u003eu. Phosphonates \u003cbr\u003ev. Phosphites\u003cbr\u003ew. Red phosphorus\u003cbr\u003ex. Silicates\u003cbr\u003ey. Siloxanes \u003cbr\u003ez. Silsesquioxane\u003cbr\u003eaa. Other\u003cbr\u003e5. Mechanisms of action of flame retardants\u003cbr\u003e6. Selection of flame retardants for different polymers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2025-11-14T09:42:24-05:00","created_at":"2025-08-27T11:26:58-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2026","additive","book","flame retardancy","flame retardant","flame retardants","new"],"price":35000,"price_min":35000,"price_max":35000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":47159543824541,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":null,"requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Handbook of Flame Retardants, 2nd Edition","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":35000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-77467-082-8","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670743-Case.jpg?v=1763131337"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670743-Case.jpg?v=1763131337","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":32417823293597,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.66,"height":450,"width":297,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670743-Case.jpg?v=1763131337"},"aspect_ratio":0.66,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670743-Case.jpg?v=1763131337","width":297}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-77467-082-8 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: Jan 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 384+vi\u003cbr\u003eFigures: 182\u003cbr\u003eTables: 30\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe Handbook of Flame Retardants \u003c\/b\u003econtains an extensive evaluation of existing literature, products, and patents on flame retardance. Two separate publications are simultaneously released on this critical subject, each complementing the other: the\u003cb\u003e Databook of Flame Retardants \u003c\/b\u003eand\u003cb\u003e the Handbook of Flame Retardants\u003c\/b\u003e. The Databook contains information and data on over 350 commercial and literature-based products, and the Handbook explains their roles, selection, mechanism of action, and use in different polymers and products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eFrom the information in the Introduction, it can be inferred that the global flame retardant market is growing. Also, high fluidity is observed in permitted applications of various groups of flame retardants, mainly because of increased public awareness and scrutiny, but also because of the large time lag between the implementation of new groups of flame retardants and the flow of negative observations, which frequently lead to their replacement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eChapter 2 contains fundamental information on the ignition and spread of fire. Energy effects on the ignition, ignition sources, and the effects of pressure, oxygen concentration, gravity, buoyancy, geometry, airflow, and heat absorption are examples of topics discussed in reference to ignition. Flash fires, tunnel fires, pool fires, trench fires, jet fires, flow impingement, and convective heat loss are some topics related to modeling fire spread.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eChapter 3 has been devoted to combustion, pyrolysis, smoke, and char formation. Flammability limits, burning velocity, decomposition temperature, limiting oxygen index, heat release capacity, and specific heat of combustion are typical parameters affecting combustion. A variety of properties related to pyrolysis, such as bubble formation, diffusion, viscosity, surface flame spread, thermal radiation, heat conduction, wind, smoldering, and many others, are discussed in relation to pyrolysis. Smoke is the major reason for death in fires, and char formation is the major protection against the emission of gases and provides inhibition of fires – both are discussed extensively in Chapter 3 and in Chapter 6 for individual polymers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eChapter 4 outlines the properties of 30 chemical groups of flame retardants. The average properties for each group are given in a table containing five sections, including general, physical, health, ecological, and use data. These tables were prepared based on data included in the \u003cb\u003eDatabook of Flame Retardants\u003c\/b\u003e. The difference is in scope. The Databook contains data for 350+ individual flame retardants, and this chapter of the Handbook contains only a range of properties for each chemical group.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eChapter 5 discusses mechanisms of action and outcomes in preventing, delaying, or extinguishing burning material for 21 groups of flame retardants. Each group's discussion includes typical representatives, synergists, and modes of action in the gas and condensed phases. The mechanisms are illustrated by chemical equations and schematic diagrams emphasizing the most important features of each mechanism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eChapter 6, in 67 separate sections, discusses flame retardants, their peculiarities of action, specific mechanisms, applications to different products, and results of their incorporation. Based on the most recent findings, suggestions are made for the best selection of flame retardants for various polymers, their incorporation and loading, and their effect on the properties of final products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2. Fire ignition and spread\u003cbr\u003e3. Combustion, pyrolysis, and smoke and char formation\u003cbr\u003e4. Typical groups of flame retardants and intumescent additives\u003cbr\u003ea. Antimonates\u003cbr\u003eb. Borates \u003cbr\u003ec. Brominated \u003cbr\u003ed. Carbon nanotube\u003cbr\u003ee. Chloroparaffin \u003cbr\u003ef. Fluoropolymers \u003cbr\u003eg. Graphene\u003cbr\u003eh. Graphite \u003cbr\u003ei. Hydroxides (aluminum, magnesium)\u003cbr\u003ej. Hydroxystanates and stannates\u003cbr\u003ek. Inorganic complex\u003cbr\u003el. Melamines and triazines \u003cbr\u003em. Molybdates\u003cbr\u003en. Organophosphorous\u003cbr\u003eo. Organotins \u003cbr\u003ep. Oxides\u003cbr\u003eq. Peroxides \u003cbr\u003er. Phosphates\u003cbr\u003es. Phosphazenes \u003cbr\u003et. Phosphinates \u003cbr\u003eu. Phosphonates \u003cbr\u003ev. Phosphites\u003cbr\u003ew. Red phosphorus\u003cbr\u003ex. Silicates\u003cbr\u003ey. Siloxanes \u003cbr\u003ez. Silsesquioxane\u003cbr\u003eaa. Other\u003cbr\u003e5. Mechanisms of action of flame retardants\u003cbr\u003e6. Selection of flame retardants for different polymers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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To update the 6th edition of this comprehensive handbook, all important research papers out of the 85,000 papers published from 2020 to 2025, technical data from over 250 filler and equipment manufacturing companies, and current patent literature were reviewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe book is designed to be a single source of information for an experienced practitioner and a reference text for students and those new to the fields where fillers are used. This means that even the most complex subjects are presented in simple language in an easy-to-understand way. The previous editions, used by a very large number of readers (the book is one of the most frequently read books in the area of polymer applications), do not contain essential developments of extensive research on fillers of the last six years, especially those related to nanofillers, graphene, and other novelty products but also related to more common properties or applications which were extensively researched in the current years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eIn most applications, fillers are no longer used as cost-saving additives; they add value to the final products, and many products cannot be successfully designed without them. This reference book is a powerful tool for today’s challenges, which can only be met by those equipped with extensive, multifaceted knowledge and information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe book had to be split into two volumes because of the enormous scope of the most recent information:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eVolume 1. Properties of Fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eVolume 2. Applications of Fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eBoth volumes are complementary and required for understanding and implementing the benefits of filler use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThis volume is dedicated to discussing the properties of fillers, providing a deep understanding of their diverse functions in materials that can lead to a well-designed material formulation. The volume begins with an introduction that defines the terms and methods of classification of fillers, typical properties, and expectations from fillers, and it analyzes markets and trends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eIn the next section, over 100 groups of fillers are presented by their average properties and available data, a list of manufacturers, brand names and grades, applications of groups of fillers in products and polymers, and an illustration of their major advantages. 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Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eInformation required by scientists, engineers, marketing, sales, and students given in one source\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eAll aspects of filler properties, effects, and application were thoroughly reviewed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eContains all available information to decide on what can be done by traditional fillers and where nanotechnology excels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn addition to this book, two monographs have recently been published, including \u003cb\u003eGraphene—Important Results and Applications\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eFunctional Fillers: Chemical composition, morphology, performance, and application\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; color: black;\"\u003eBoth books concentrate on specific areas of filler technology and are an excellent addition to this most comprehensive source of knowledge on fillers ever published.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e1 INTRODUCTION \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.1 Expectations from fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.2 Typical filler properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.3 Definitions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.4 Classification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.5 Markets and trends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e2 SOURCES OF FILLERS, THEIR CHEMICAL COMPOSITION, PROPERTIES, AND MORPHOLOGY \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1 Particulate Fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.1 Aluminum flakes and powders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.2 Aluminum borate whiskers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.3 Aluminum nitride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.4 Aluminum oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.5 Aluminum trihydroxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.6 Anthracite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.7 Antimonate of sodium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.8 Antimony pentoxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.8 Antimony trioxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.10 Ammonium octamolybdate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.11 Apatite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.12 Ash, fly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.13 Attapulgite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.14 Barium metaborate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.15 Barium sulfate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.16 Barium \u0026amp; strontium sulfates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.17 Barium titanate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.18 Bentonite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.19 Beryllium oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.20 Boron nitride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.21 Calcium carbonate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.22 Calcium fluoride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.23 Calcium hydroxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.24 Calcium phosphate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.25 Calcium silicate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.26 Calcium sulfate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.27 Carbon black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.28 Carbonyl iron powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.29 Cellulose particles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.30 Ceramic beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.31 Chitosan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.32 Clamshell powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.33 Clay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.34 Cobalt powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.35 Copper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.36 Corn cob powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.37 Cristobalite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.38 Diatomaceous earth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.39 Dolomite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.40 Eggshell filler\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.41 Ferrites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.42 Feldspar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.43 Gandolinium oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.44 Glass beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.45 Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.46 Graphene\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.47 Graphene oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.48 Graphite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.49 Ground tire powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.50 Halloysite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.51 Huntite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.52 Hydrous calcium silicate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.53 Illite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.54 Iron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.55 Iron oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.56 Kaolin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.57 Lead oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.58 Lithopone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.59 Magnesium oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.60 Magnesium hydroxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.61 Magnetite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.62 Metal-containing conductive materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.63 Mica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.64 Molybdenum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.65 Molybdenum disulfide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.66 Molybdic oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.67 Nanofillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.68 Nickel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.69 Nickel oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.70 Nickel zinc ferrite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.71 Nutshell powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.72 Perlite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.73 Polymeric fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.74 Potassium hexatitanate whiskers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.75 Pumice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.76 Pyrophyllite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.77 Rubber particles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.78 Sepiolite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79 Silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.1 Fumed silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.2 Fused silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.3 Precipitated silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.4 Quartz (Tripoli)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.5 Sand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.6 Silica gel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.80 Silicon carbide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.81 Silicon nitride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.82 Silver powder and flakes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.83 Slate flour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.84 Talc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.85 Titanium dioxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.86 Tungsten\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.87 Vermiculite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.88 Wollastonite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.89 Wood flour and similar materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.90 Zeolites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.91 Zinc borate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.92 Zinc oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.93 Zinc stannate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.94 Zinc sulfide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2 Fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.1 Aramid fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.2 Carbon fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.3 Carbon nanotubes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.4 Cellulose fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.5 Glass fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.6 Other fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e3 FILLERS TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, AND PROCESSING \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.1 Filler packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.2 External transportation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.3 Filler receiving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.4 Storage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.5 In-plant conveying\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.6 Semi-bulk unloading systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.7 Bag handling equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.8 Blending\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.9 Feeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.10 Drying\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.11 Dispersion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e4 QUALITY CONTROL OF FILLERS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.1 Absorption coefficient\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.2 Acidity or alkalinity of water extract\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.3 Ash content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.4 Brightness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.5 Coarse particles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.6 Color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.7 CTAB surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.8 Density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.9 Electrical properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.10 Extractables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.11 Fines content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.12 Heating loss\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.13 Heat stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.14 Hegman fineness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.15 Hiding power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.16 Iodine absorption number\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.17 Lightening power of white pigments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.18 Loss on ignition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.19 Mechanical and related properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.20 Oil absorption\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.21 Particle size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.22 Pellet strength\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.23 pH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.24 Resistance to light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.25 Resistivity of aqueous extract\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.26 Sieve residue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.27 Soluble matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.28 Specific surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.29 Sulfur content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.30 Tamped volume\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.31 Tinting strength\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.32 Volatile matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.33 Water content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.34 Water-soluble sulfates, chlorides and nitrates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e5 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF FILLERS AND FILLED MATERIALS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.1 Density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.2 Particle size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.3 Particle size distribution\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.4 Particle shape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.5 Particle surface morphology and roughness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.6 Specific surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.7 Porosity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.8 Particle-particle interaction and spacing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.9 Agglomerates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.10 Aggregates and structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.11 Flocculation and sedimentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.12 Aspect ratio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.13 Packing volume\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.14 pH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.15 Zeta-potential\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.16 Surface energy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.17 Moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.18 Absorption of liquids and swelling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.19 Permeability and barrier properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.20 Oil absorption\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.21 Hydrophilic\/hydrophobic properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.22 Optical properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.23 Refractive index\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.24 Friction properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.25 Hardness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.26 Intumescent properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.27 Thermal conductivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.28 Thermal expansion coefficient\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.29 Thermal degradation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.30 Melting temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.31 Glass transition temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.32 Electrical properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.33 Relative permittivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.34 Electrical percolation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.35 EMI shielding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.36 Magnetic properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.37 Shape memory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e6 CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF FILLERS AND FILLED MATERIALS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.1 Reactivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.2 Chemical groups on the filler surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.3 Filler surface modification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.4 Filler modification and material properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.5 Resistance to various chemicals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.6 Cure in fillers presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.7 Polymerization in fillers presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.8 Grafting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.9 Crosslink density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.10 Reaction kinetics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.11 Molecular mobility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e7 INFLUENCE OF FILLERS ON THE PERFORMANCE OF OTHER ADDITIVES AND VICE VERSA \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.1 Adhesion promoters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.2 Antistatics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.3 Blowing agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.4 Catalysts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.5 Compatibilizers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.6 Coupling agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.7 Dispersing agents and surface active agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.8 Flame retardants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.9 Impact modifiers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.10 UV stabilizers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.11 Other additives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e8 TESTING METHODS IN FILLED SYSTEMS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1 Physical methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.1 Atomic force microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.2 Autoignition test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.3 Bound rubber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.4 Char formation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.5 Cone calorimetry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.6 Contact angle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.7 Dispersing agent requirement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.8 Dispersion tests\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.9 Dripping test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.10 Dynamic mechanical analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.11 Electric constants determination\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.12 Electron microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.13 Fiber orientation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.14 Flame propagation test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.15 Glow wire test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.16 Image analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.17 Limiting oxygen index\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.18 Magnetic properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.19 Optical microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.20 Particle size analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.21 Radiant panel test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.22 Rate of combustion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.23 Scanning acoustic microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.24 Smoke chamber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.25 Sonic methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.26 Specific surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.27 Thermal analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2 Chemical and instrumental analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.1 Electron spin resonance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.2 Electron spectroscopy for chemical analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.3 Inverse gas chromatography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.4 Gas chromatography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.5 Gel content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.6 Infrared and Raman spectroscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.7 Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.8 UV and visible spectophotometry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.9 X-ray analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e9 HAZARDS IN FILLER USE \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eINDEX\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2025-11-14T09:43:50-05:00","created_at":"2025-08-27T11:22:59-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2026","additives for plastics","book","calcium carbon","compounding of rubber","fillers additives","fillers and environment","flame retardanst for plastics","graphite","magnesium","mica","nanofillers","new","p-additives","particular fillers","physical properties","polymer","polymers","quality control","silica"],"price":27500,"price_min":27500,"price_max":27500,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":47159534583965,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":null,"requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Handbook of Fillers. 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To update the 6th edition of this comprehensive handbook, all important research papers out of the 85,000 papers published from 2020 to 2025, technical data from over 250 filler and equipment manufacturing companies, and current patent literature were reviewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe book is designed to be a single source of information for an experienced practitioner and a reference text for students and those new to the fields where fillers are used. This means that even the most complex subjects are presented in simple language in an easy-to-understand way. The previous editions, used by a very large number of readers (the book is one of the most frequently read books in the area of polymer applications), do not contain essential developments of extensive research on fillers of the last six years, especially those related to nanofillers, graphene, and other novelty products but also related to more common properties or applications which were extensively researched in the current years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eIn most applications, fillers are no longer used as cost-saving additives; they add value to the final products, and many products cannot be successfully designed without them. This reference book is a powerful tool for today’s challenges, which can only be met by those equipped with extensive, multifaceted knowledge and information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe book had to be split into two volumes because of the enormous scope of the most recent information:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eVolume 1. Properties of Fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eVolume 2. Applications of Fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eBoth volumes are complementary and required for understanding and implementing the benefits of filler use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThis volume is dedicated to discussing the properties of fillers, providing a deep understanding of their diverse functions in materials that can lead to a well-designed material formulation. The volume begins with an introduction that defines the terms and methods of classification of fillers, typical properties, and expectations from fillers, and it analyzes markets and trends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eIn the next section, over 100 groups of fillers are presented by their average properties and available data, a list of manufacturers, brand names and grades, applications of groups of fillers in products and polymers, and an illustration of their major advantages. This is followed by methods of transportation, storage, and processing in manufacturer facilities, as well as methods of quality control of fillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe final section contains chapters discussing the physical properties of fillers (37 different properties) and their chemical properties, the influence of fillers on the performance of other additives and \u003ci\u003evice versa\u003c\/i\u003e, testing methods of filler systems, and health and safety related to the use and processing of fillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eTo summarize, significant features of this handbook are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eComprehensive review of the literature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eThe most current information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eInformation required by scientists, engineers, marketing, sales, and students given in one source\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eAll aspects of filler properties, effects, and application were thoroughly reviewed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eContains all available information to decide on what can be done by traditional fillers and where nanotechnology excels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn addition to this book, two monographs have recently been published, including \u003cb\u003eGraphene—Important Results and Applications\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eFunctional Fillers: Chemical composition, morphology, performance, and application\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; color: black;\"\u003eBoth books concentrate on specific areas of filler technology and are an excellent addition to this most comprehensive source of knowledge on fillers ever published.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e1 INTRODUCTION \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.1 Expectations from fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.2 Typical filler properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.3 Definitions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.4 Classification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.5 Markets and trends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e2 SOURCES OF FILLERS, THEIR CHEMICAL COMPOSITION, PROPERTIES, AND MORPHOLOGY \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1 Particulate Fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.1 Aluminum flakes and powders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.2 Aluminum borate whiskers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.3 Aluminum nitride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.4 Aluminum oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.5 Aluminum trihydroxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.6 Anthracite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.7 Antimonate of sodium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.8 Antimony pentoxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.8 Antimony trioxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.10 Ammonium octamolybdate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.11 Apatite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.12 Ash, fly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.13 Attapulgite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.14 Barium metaborate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.15 Barium sulfate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.16 Barium \u0026amp; strontium sulfates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.17 Barium titanate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.18 Bentonite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.19 Beryllium oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.20 Boron nitride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.21 Calcium carbonate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.22 Calcium fluoride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.23 Calcium hydroxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.24 Calcium phosphate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.25 Calcium silicate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.26 Calcium sulfate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.27 Carbon black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.28 Carbonyl iron powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.29 Cellulose particles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.30 Ceramic beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.31 Chitosan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.32 Clamshell powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.33 Clay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.34 Cobalt powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.35 Copper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.36 Corn cob powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.37 Cristobalite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.38 Diatomaceous earth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.39 Dolomite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.40 Eggshell filler\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.41 Ferrites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.42 Feldspar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.43 Gandolinium oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.44 Glass beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.45 Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.46 Graphene\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.47 Graphene oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.48 Graphite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.49 Ground tire powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.50 Halloysite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.51 Huntite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.52 Hydrous calcium silicate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.53 Illite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.54 Iron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.55 Iron oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.56 Kaolin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.57 Lead oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.58 Lithopone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.59 Magnesium oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.60 Magnesium hydroxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.61 Magnetite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.62 Metal-containing conductive materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.63 Mica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.64 Molybdenum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.65 Molybdenum disulfide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.66 Molybdic oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.67 Nanofillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.68 Nickel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.69 Nickel oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.70 Nickel zinc ferrite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.71 Nutshell powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.72 Perlite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.73 Polymeric fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.74 Potassium hexatitanate whiskers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.75 Pumice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.76 Pyrophyllite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.77 Rubber particles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.78 Sepiolite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79 Silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.1 Fumed silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.2 Fused silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.3 Precipitated silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.4 Quartz (Tripoli)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.5 Sand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.6 Silica gel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.80 Silicon carbide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.81 Silicon nitride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.82 Silver powder and flakes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.83 Slate flour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.84 Talc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.85 Titanium dioxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.86 Tungsten\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.87 Vermiculite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.88 Wollastonite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.89 Wood flour and similar materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.90 Zeolites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.91 Zinc borate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.92 Zinc oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.93 Zinc stannate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.94 Zinc sulfide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2 Fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.1 Aramid fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.2 Carbon fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.3 Carbon nanotubes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.4 Cellulose fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.5 Glass fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.6 Other fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e3 FILLERS TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, AND PROCESSING \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.1 Filler packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.2 External transportation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.3 Filler receiving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.4 Storage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.5 In-plant conveying\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.6 Semi-bulk unloading systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.7 Bag handling equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.8 Blending\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.9 Feeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.10 Drying\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.11 Dispersion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e4 QUALITY CONTROL OF FILLERS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.1 Absorption coefficient\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.2 Acidity or alkalinity of water extract\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.3 Ash content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.4 Brightness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.5 Coarse particles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.6 Color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.7 CTAB surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.8 Density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.9 Electrical properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.10 Extractables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.11 Fines content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.12 Heating loss\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.13 Heat stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.14 Hegman fineness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.15 Hiding power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.16 Iodine absorption number\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.17 Lightening power of white pigments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.18 Loss on ignition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.19 Mechanical and related properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.20 Oil absorption\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.21 Particle size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.22 Pellet strength\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.23 pH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.24 Resistance to light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.25 Resistivity of aqueous extract\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.26 Sieve residue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.27 Soluble matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.28 Specific surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.29 Sulfur content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.30 Tamped volume\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.31 Tinting strength\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.32 Volatile matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.33 Water content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.34 Water-soluble sulfates, chlorides and nitrates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e5 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF FILLERS AND FILLED MATERIALS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.1 Density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.2 Particle size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.3 Particle size distribution\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.4 Particle shape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.5 Particle surface morphology and roughness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.6 Specific surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.7 Porosity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.8 Particle-particle interaction and spacing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.9 Agglomerates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.10 Aggregates and structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.11 Flocculation and sedimentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.12 Aspect ratio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.13 Packing volume\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.14 pH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.15 Zeta-potential\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.16 Surface energy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.17 Moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.18 Absorption of liquids and swelling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.19 Permeability and barrier properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.20 Oil absorption\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.21 Hydrophilic\/hydrophobic properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.22 Optical properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.23 Refractive index\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.24 Friction properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.25 Hardness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.26 Intumescent properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.27 Thermal conductivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.28 Thermal expansion coefficient\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.29 Thermal degradation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.30 Melting temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.31 Glass transition temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.32 Electrical properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.33 Relative permittivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.34 Electrical percolation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.35 EMI shielding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.36 Magnetic properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.37 Shape memory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e6 CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF FILLERS AND FILLED MATERIALS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.1 Reactivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.2 Chemical groups on the filler surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.3 Filler surface modification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.4 Filler modification and material properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.5 Resistance to various chemicals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.6 Cure in fillers presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.7 Polymerization in fillers presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.8 Grafting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.9 Crosslink density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.10 Reaction kinetics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.11 Molecular mobility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e7 INFLUENCE OF FILLERS ON THE PERFORMANCE OF OTHER ADDITIVES AND VICE VERSA \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.1 Adhesion promoters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.2 Antistatics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.3 Blowing agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.4 Catalysts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.5 Compatibilizers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.6 Coupling agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.7 Dispersing agents and surface active agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.8 Flame retardants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.9 Impact modifiers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.10 UV stabilizers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.11 Other additives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e8 TESTING METHODS IN FILLED SYSTEMS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1 Physical methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.1 Atomic force microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.2 Autoignition test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.3 Bound rubber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.4 Char formation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.5 Cone calorimetry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.6 Contact angle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.7 Dispersing agent requirement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.8 Dispersion tests\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.9 Dripping test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.10 Dynamic mechanical analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.11 Electric constants determination\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.12 Electron microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.13 Fiber orientation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.14 Flame propagation test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.15 Glow wire test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.16 Image analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.17 Limiting oxygen index\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.18 Magnetic properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.19 Optical microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.20 Particle size analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.21 Radiant panel test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.22 Rate of combustion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.23 Scanning acoustic microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.24 Smoke chamber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.25 Sonic methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.26 Specific surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.27 Thermal analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2 Chemical and instrumental analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.1 Electron spin resonance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.2 Electron spectroscopy for chemical analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.3 Inverse gas chromatography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.4 Gas chromatography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.5 Gel content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.6 Infrared and Raman spectroscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.7 Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.8 UV and visible spectophotometry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.9 X-ray analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e9 HAZARDS IN FILLER USE \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eINDEX\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Description Author: George Wypych ISBN 978-1-77467-066-8 Figures: 394Tables: 142Pages: 782+x6th Edition Summary This handbook directly compares general-purpose fillers (micron-size fillers) and nanofillers. To update the 6th edition of this comprehensive handbook, all important research papers out of the 85,000 papers published from 2020 to 2025, technical data from over 250 filler and equipment manufacturing companies, and...
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{"id":8694762832029,"title":"Handbook of Fillers. Volume 1. Properties of Fillers. 6th Edition","handle":"handbook-of-fillers-volume-1-properties-of-fillers-6th-edition","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-77467-066-8 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFigures: 394\u003cbr\u003eTables: 142\u003cbr\u003ePages: 782+x\u003cbr\u003e6th Edition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThis handbook directly compares general-purpose fillers (micron-size fillers) and nanofillers. To update the 6th edition of this comprehensive handbook, all important research papers out of the 85,000 papers published from 2020 to 2025, technical data from over 250 filler and equipment manufacturing companies, and current patent literature were reviewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe book is designed to be a single source of information for an experienced practitioner and a reference text for students and those new to the fields where fillers are used. This means that even the most complex subjects are presented in simple language in an easy-to-understand way. The previous editions, used by a very large number of readers (the book is one of the most frequently read books in the area of polymer applications), do not contain essential developments of extensive research on fillers of the last six years, especially those related to nanofillers, graphene, and other novelty products but also related to more common properties or applications which were extensively researched in the current years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eIn most applications, fillers are no longer used as cost-saving additives; they add value to the final products, and many products cannot be successfully designed without them. This reference book is a powerful tool for today’s challenges, which can only be met by those equipped with extensive, multifaceted knowledge and information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe book had to be split into two volumes because of the enormous scope of the most recent information:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eVolume 1. Properties of Fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eVolume 2. Applications of Fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eBoth volumes are complementary and required for understanding and implementing the benefits of filler use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThis volume is dedicated to discussing the properties of fillers, providing a deep understanding of their diverse functions in materials that can lead to a well-designed material formulation. The volume begins with an introduction that defines the terms and methods of classification of fillers, typical properties, and expectations from fillers, and it analyzes markets and trends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eIn the next section, over 100 groups of fillers are presented by their average properties and available data, a list of manufacturers, brand names and grades, applications of groups of fillers in products and polymers, and an illustration of their major advantages. This is followed by methods of transportation, storage, and processing in manufacturer facilities, as well as methods of quality control of fillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe final section contains chapters discussing the physical properties of fillers (37 different properties) and their chemical properties, the influence of fillers on the performance of other additives and \u003ci\u003evice versa\u003c\/i\u003e, testing methods of filler systems, and health and safety related to the use and processing of fillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eTo summarize, significant features of this handbook are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eComprehensive review of the literature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eThe most current information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eInformation required by scientists, engineers, marketing, sales, and students given in one source\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eAll aspects of filler properties, effects, and application were thoroughly reviewed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eContains all available information to decide on what can be done by traditional fillers and where nanotechnology excels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn addition to this book, two monographs have recently been published, including \u003cb\u003eGraphene—Important Results and Applications\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eFunctional Fillers: Chemical composition, morphology, performance, and application\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; color: black;\"\u003eBoth books concentrate on specific areas of filler technology and are an excellent addition to this most comprehensive source of knowledge on fillers ever published.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e1 INTRODUCTION \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.1 Expectations from fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.2 Typical filler properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.3 Definitions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.4 Classification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.5 Markets and trends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e2 SOURCES OF FILLERS, THEIR CHEMICAL COMPOSITION, PROPERTIES, AND MORPHOLOGY \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1 Particulate Fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.1 Aluminum flakes and powders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.2 Aluminum borate whiskers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.3 Aluminum nitride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.4 Aluminum oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.5 Aluminum trihydroxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.6 Anthracite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.7 Antimonate of sodium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.8 Antimony pentoxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.8 Antimony trioxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.10 Ammonium octamolybdate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.11 Apatite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.12 Ash, fly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.13 Attapulgite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.14 Barium metaborate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.15 Barium sulfate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.16 Barium \u0026amp; strontium sulfates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.17 Barium titanate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.18 Bentonite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.19 Beryllium oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.20 Boron nitride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.21 Calcium carbonate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.22 Calcium fluoride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.23 Calcium hydroxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.24 Calcium phosphate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.25 Calcium silicate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.26 Calcium sulfate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.27 Carbon black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.28 Carbonyl iron powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.29 Cellulose particles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.30 Ceramic beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.31 Chitosan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.32 Clamshell powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.33 Clay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.34 Cobalt powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.35 Copper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.36 Corn cob powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.37 Cristobalite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.38 Diatomaceous earth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.39 Dolomite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.40 Eggshell filler\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.41 Ferrites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.42 Feldspar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.43 Gandolinium oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.44 Glass beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.45 Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.46 Graphene\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.47 Graphene oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.48 Graphite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.49 Ground tire powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.50 Halloysite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.51 Huntite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.52 Hydrous calcium silicate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.53 Illite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.54 Iron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.55 Iron oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.56 Kaolin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.57 Lead oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.58 Lithopone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.59 Magnesium oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.60 Magnesium hydroxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.61 Magnetite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.62 Metal-containing conductive materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.63 Mica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.64 Molybdenum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.65 Molybdenum disulfide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.66 Molybdic oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.67 Nanofillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.68 Nickel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.69 Nickel oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.70 Nickel zinc ferrite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.71 Nutshell powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.72 Perlite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.73 Polymeric fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.74 Potassium hexatitanate whiskers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.75 Pumice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.76 Pyrophyllite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.77 Rubber particles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.78 Sepiolite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79 Silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.1 Fumed silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.2 Fused silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.3 Precipitated silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.4 Quartz (Tripoli)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.5 Sand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.6 Silica gel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.80 Silicon carbide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.81 Silicon nitride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.82 Silver powder and flakes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.83 Slate flour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.84 Talc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.85 Titanium dioxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.86 Tungsten\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.87 Vermiculite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.88 Wollastonite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.89 Wood flour and similar materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.90 Zeolites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.91 Zinc borate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.92 Zinc oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.93 Zinc stannate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.94 Zinc sulfide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2 Fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.1 Aramid fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.2 Carbon fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.3 Carbon nanotubes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.4 Cellulose fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.5 Glass fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.6 Other fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e3 FILLERS TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, AND PROCESSING \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.1 Filler packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.2 External transportation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.3 Filler receiving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.4 Storage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.5 In-plant conveying\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.6 Semi-bulk unloading systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.7 Bag handling equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.8 Blending\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.9 Feeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.10 Drying\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.11 Dispersion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e4 QUALITY CONTROL OF FILLERS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.1 Absorption coefficient\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.2 Acidity or alkalinity of water extract\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.3 Ash content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.4 Brightness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.5 Coarse particles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.6 Color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.7 CTAB surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.8 Density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.9 Electrical properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.10 Extractables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.11 Fines content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.12 Heating loss\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.13 Heat stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.14 Hegman fineness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.15 Hiding power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.16 Iodine absorption number\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.17 Lightening power of white pigments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.18 Loss on ignition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.19 Mechanical and related properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.20 Oil absorption\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.21 Particle size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.22 Pellet strength\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.23 pH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.24 Resistance to light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.25 Resistivity of aqueous extract\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.26 Sieve residue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.27 Soluble matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.28 Specific surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.29 Sulfur content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.30 Tamped volume\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.31 Tinting strength\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.32 Volatile matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.33 Water content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.34 Water-soluble sulfates, chlorides and nitrates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e5 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF FILLERS AND FILLED MATERIALS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.1 Density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.2 Particle size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.3 Particle size distribution\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.4 Particle shape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.5 Particle surface morphology and roughness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.6 Specific surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.7 Porosity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.8 Particle-particle interaction and spacing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.9 Agglomerates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.10 Aggregates and structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.11 Flocculation and sedimentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.12 Aspect ratio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.13 Packing volume\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.14 pH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.15 Zeta-potential\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.16 Surface energy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.17 Moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.18 Absorption of liquids and swelling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.19 Permeability and barrier properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.20 Oil absorption\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.21 Hydrophilic\/hydrophobic properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.22 Optical properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.23 Refractive index\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.24 Friction properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.25 Hardness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.26 Intumescent properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.27 Thermal conductivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.28 Thermal expansion coefficient\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.29 Thermal degradation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.30 Melting temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.31 Glass transition temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.32 Electrical properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.33 Relative permittivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.34 Electrical percolation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.35 EMI shielding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.36 Magnetic properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.37 Shape memory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e6 CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF FILLERS AND FILLED MATERIALS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.1 Reactivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.2 Chemical groups on the filler surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.3 Filler surface modification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.4 Filler modification and material properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.5 Resistance to various chemicals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.6 Cure in fillers presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.7 Polymerization in fillers presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.8 Grafting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.9 Crosslink density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.10 Reaction kinetics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.11 Molecular mobility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e7 INFLUENCE OF FILLERS ON THE PERFORMANCE OF OTHER ADDITIVES AND VICE VERSA \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.1 Adhesion promoters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.2 Antistatics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.3 Blowing agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.4 Catalysts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.5 Compatibilizers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.6 Coupling agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.7 Dispersing agents and surface active agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.8 Flame retardants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.9 Impact modifiers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.10 UV stabilizers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.11 Other additives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e8 TESTING METHODS IN FILLED SYSTEMS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1 Physical methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.1 Atomic force microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.2 Autoignition test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.3 Bound rubber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.4 Char formation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.5 Cone calorimetry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.6 Contact angle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.7 Dispersing agent requirement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.8 Dispersion tests\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.9 Dripping test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.10 Dynamic mechanical analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.11 Electric constants determination\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.12 Electron microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.13 Fiber orientation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.14 Flame propagation test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.15 Glow wire test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.16 Image analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.17 Limiting oxygen index\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.18 Magnetic properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.19 Optical microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.20 Particle size analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.21 Radiant panel test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.22 Rate of combustion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.23 Scanning acoustic microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.24 Smoke chamber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.25 Sonic methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.26 Specific surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.27 Thermal analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2 Chemical and instrumental analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.1 Electron spin resonance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.2 Electron spectroscopy for chemical analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.3 Inverse gas chromatography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.4 Gas chromatography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.5 Gel content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.6 Infrared and Raman spectroscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.7 Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.8 UV and visible spectophotometry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.9 X-ray analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e9 HAZARDS IN FILLER USE \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eINDEX\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2025-11-14T09:45:11-05:00","created_at":"2025-08-27T11:20:10-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2026","additives for plastics","book","calcium carbon","compounding of rubber","fillers additives","fillers and environment","flame retardanst for plastics","graphite","magnesium","mica","nanofillers","new","p-additives","particular fillers","physical properties","polymer","polymers","quality control","silica"],"price":39000,"price_min":39000,"price_max":39000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":47159516725405,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":null,"requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Handbook of Fillers. 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To update the 6th edition of this comprehensive handbook, all important research papers out of the 85,000 papers published from 2020 to 2025, technical data from over 250 filler and equipment manufacturing companies, and current patent literature were reviewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe book is designed to be a single source of information for an experienced practitioner and a reference text for students and those new to the fields where fillers are used. This means that even the most complex subjects are presented in simple language in an easy-to-understand way. The previous editions, used by a very large number of readers (the book is one of the most frequently read books in the area of polymer applications), do not contain essential developments of extensive research on fillers of the last six years, especially those related to nanofillers, graphene, and other novelty products but also related to more common properties or applications which were extensively researched in the current years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eIn most applications, fillers are no longer used as cost-saving additives; they add value to the final products, and many products cannot be successfully designed without them. This reference book is a powerful tool for today’s challenges, which can only be met by those equipped with extensive, multifaceted knowledge and information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe book had to be split into two volumes because of the enormous scope of the most recent information:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eVolume 1. Properties of Fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eVolume 2. Applications of Fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eBoth volumes are complementary and required for understanding and implementing the benefits of filler use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThis volume is dedicated to discussing the properties of fillers, providing a deep understanding of their diverse functions in materials that can lead to a well-designed material formulation. The volume begins with an introduction that defines the terms and methods of classification of fillers, typical properties, and expectations from fillers, and it analyzes markets and trends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eIn the next section, over 100 groups of fillers are presented by their average properties and available data, a list of manufacturers, brand names and grades, applications of groups of fillers in products and polymers, and an illustration of their major advantages. This is followed by methods of transportation, storage, and processing in manufacturer facilities, as well as methods of quality control of fillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe final section contains chapters discussing the physical properties of fillers (37 different properties) and their chemical properties, the influence of fillers on the performance of other additives and \u003ci\u003evice versa\u003c\/i\u003e, testing methods of filler systems, and health and safety related to the use and processing of fillers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eTo summarize, significant features of this handbook are:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eComprehensive review of the literature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eThe most current information\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eInformation required by scientists, engineers, marketing, sales, and students given in one source\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eAll aspects of filler properties, effects, and application were thoroughly reviewed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\" style=\"margin-left: .5in; text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo1;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eContains all available information to decide on what can be done by traditional fillers and where nanotechnology excels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn addition to this book, two monographs have recently been published, including \u003cb\u003eGraphene—Important Results and Applications\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eFunctional Fillers: Chemical composition, morphology, performance, and application\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003cspan style=\"mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; color: black;\"\u003eBoth books concentrate on specific areas of filler technology and are an excellent addition to this most comprehensive source of knowledge on fillers ever published.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e1 INTRODUCTION \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.1 Expectations from fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.2 Typical filler properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.3 Definitions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.4 Classification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e1.5 Markets and trends\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e2 SOURCES OF FILLERS, THEIR CHEMICAL COMPOSITION, PROPERTIES, AND MORPHOLOGY \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1 Particulate Fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.1 Aluminum flakes and powders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.2 Aluminum borate whiskers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.3 Aluminum nitride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.4 Aluminum oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.5 Aluminum trihydroxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.6 Anthracite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.7 Antimonate of sodium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.8 Antimony pentoxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.8 Antimony trioxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.10 Ammonium octamolybdate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.11 Apatite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.12 Ash, fly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.13 Attapulgite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.14 Barium metaborate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.15 Barium sulfate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.16 Barium \u0026amp; strontium sulfates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.17 Barium titanate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.18 Bentonite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.19 Beryllium oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.20 Boron nitride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.21 Calcium carbonate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.22 Calcium fluoride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.23 Calcium hydroxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.24 Calcium phosphate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.25 Calcium silicate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.26 Calcium sulfate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.27 Carbon black\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.28 Carbonyl iron powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.29 Cellulose particles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.30 Ceramic beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.31 Chitosan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.32 Clamshell powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.33 Clay\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.34 Cobalt powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.35 Copper\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.36 Corn cob powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.37 Cristobalite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.38 Diatomaceous earth\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.39 Dolomite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.40 Eggshell filler\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.41 Ferrites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.42 Feldspar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.43 Gandolinium oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.44 Glass beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.45 Gold\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.46 Graphene\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.47 Graphene oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.48 Graphite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.49 Ground tire powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.50 Halloysite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.51 Huntite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.52 Hydrous calcium silicate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.53 Illite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.54 Iron\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.55 Iron oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.56 Kaolin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.57 Lead oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.58 Lithopone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.59 Magnesium oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.60 Magnesium hydroxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.61 Magnetite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.62 Metal-containing conductive materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.63 Mica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.64 Molybdenum\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.65 Molybdenum disulfide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.66 Molybdic oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.67 Nanofillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.68 Nickel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.69 Nickel oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.70 Nickel zinc ferrite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.71 Nutshell powder\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.72 Perlite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.73 Polymeric fillers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.74 Potassium hexatitanate whiskers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.75 Pumice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.76 Pyrophyllite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.77 Rubber particles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.78 Sepiolite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79 Silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.1 Fumed silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.2 Fused silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.3 Precipitated silica\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.4 Quartz (Tripoli)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.5 Sand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.79.6 Silica gel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.80 Silicon carbide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.81 Silicon nitride\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.82 Silver powder and flakes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.83 Slate flour\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.84 Talc\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.85 Titanium dioxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.86 Tungsten\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.87 Vermiculite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.88 Wollastonite\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.89 Wood flour and similar materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.90 Zeolites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.91 Zinc borate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.92 Zinc oxide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.93 Zinc stannate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.1.94 Zinc sulfide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2 Fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.1 Aramid fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.2 Carbon fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.3 Carbon nanotubes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.4 Cellulose fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.5 Glass fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e2.2.6 Other fibers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e3 FILLERS TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, AND PROCESSING \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.1 Filler packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.2 External transportation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.3 Filler receiving\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.4 Storage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.5 In-plant conveying\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.6 Semi-bulk unloading systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.7 Bag handling equipment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.8 Blending\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.9 Feeding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.10 Drying\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e3.11 Dispersion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e4 QUALITY CONTROL OF FILLERS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.1 Absorption coefficient\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.2 Acidity or alkalinity of water extract\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.3 Ash content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.4 Brightness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.5 Coarse particles\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.6 Color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.7 CTAB surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.8 Density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.9 Electrical properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.10 Extractables\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.11 Fines content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.12 Heating loss\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.13 Heat stability\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.14 Hegman fineness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.15 Hiding power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.16 Iodine absorption number\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.17 Lightening power of white pigments\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.18 Loss on ignition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.19 Mechanical and related properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.20 Oil absorption\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.21 Particle size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.22 Pellet strength\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.23 pH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.24 Resistance to light\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.25 Resistivity of aqueous extract\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.26 Sieve residue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.27 Soluble matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.28 Specific surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.29 Sulfur content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.30 Tamped volume\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.31 Tinting strength\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.32 Volatile matter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.33 Water content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e4.34 Water-soluble sulfates, chlorides and nitrates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e5 PHYSICAL PROPERTIES OF FILLERS AND FILLED MATERIALS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.1 Density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.2 Particle size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.3 Particle size distribution\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.4 Particle shape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.5 Particle surface morphology and roughness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.6 Specific surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.7 Porosity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.8 Particle-particle interaction and spacing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.9 Agglomerates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.10 Aggregates and structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.11 Flocculation and sedimentation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.12 Aspect ratio\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.13 Packing volume\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.14 pH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.15 Zeta-potential\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.16 Surface energy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.17 Moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.18 Absorption of liquids and swelling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.19 Permeability and barrier properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.20 Oil absorption\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.21 Hydrophilic\/hydrophobic properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.22 Optical properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.23 Refractive index\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.24 Friction properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.25 Hardness\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.26 Intumescent properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.27 Thermal conductivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.28 Thermal expansion coefficient\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.29 Thermal degradation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.30 Melting temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.31 Glass transition temperature\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.32 Electrical properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.33 Relative permittivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.34 Electrical percolation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.35 EMI shielding\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.36 Magnetic properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e5.37 Shape memory\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e6 CHEMICAL PROPERTIES OF FILLERS AND FILLED MATERIALS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.1 Reactivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.2 Chemical groups on the filler surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.3 Filler surface modification\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.4 Filler modification and material properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.5 Resistance to various chemicals\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.6 Cure in fillers presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.7 Polymerization in fillers presence\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.8 Grafting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.9 Crosslink density\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.10 Reaction kinetics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e6.11 Molecular mobility\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e7 INFLUENCE OF FILLERS ON THE PERFORMANCE OF OTHER ADDITIVES AND VICE VERSA \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.1 Adhesion promoters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.2 Antistatics\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.3 Blowing agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.4 Catalysts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.5 Compatibilizers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.6 Coupling agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.7 Dispersing agents and surface active agents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.8 Flame retardants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.9 Impact modifiers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.10 UV stabilizers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e7.11 Other additives\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e8 TESTING METHODS IN FILLED SYSTEMS \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1 Physical methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.1 Atomic force microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.2 Autoignition test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.3 Bound rubber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.4 Char formation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.5 Cone calorimetry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.6 Contact angle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.7 Dispersing agent requirement\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.8 Dispersion tests\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.9 Dripping test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.10 Dynamic mechanical analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.11 Electric constants determination\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.12 Electron microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.13 Fiber orientation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.14 Flame propagation test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.15 Glow wire test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.16 Image analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.17 Limiting oxygen index\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.18 Magnetic properties\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.19 Optical microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.20 Particle size analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.21 Radiant panel test\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.22 Rate of combustion\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.23 Scanning acoustic microscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.24 Smoke chamber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.25 Sonic methods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.26 Specific surface area\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.1.27 Thermal analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2 Chemical and instrumental analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.1 Electron spin resonance\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.2 Electron spectroscopy for chemical analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.3 Inverse gas chromatography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.4 Gas chromatography\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.5 Gel content\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.6 Infrared and Raman spectroscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.7 Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.8 UV and visible spectophotometry\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e8.2.9 X-ray analysis\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003e9 HAZARDS IN FILLER USE \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eReferences\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eINDEX\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Description Author: George Wypych ISBN 978-1-77467-088-0 Pages: 510 + viiiTables: 210Figures: 139 Summary This book is about protecting materials and products against colonization and subsequent degradation of their properties. The book contains 11 chapters devoted to essential aspects of biodegradation and biostabilization. The introductory chapter provides a historical note on chronological developments in the field, presents...
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{"id":8694752903325,"title":"Handbook of Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 3rd Edition","handle":"handbook-of-biodegradation-biodeterioration-and-biostabilization-3rd-edition","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych \u003cbr\u003eISBN 978-1-77467-088-0 \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 510 + viii\u003cbr\u003eTables: 210\u003cbr\u003eFigures: 139\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is about protecting materials and products against colonization and subsequent degradation of their properties. The book contains 11 chapters devoted to essential aspects of biodegradation and biostabilization. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe introductory chapter provides a historical note on chronological developments in the field, presents the classification of biocidal products, and defines essential terms frequently used in the book's subject. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicroorganisms involved in the biodegradation and biodeterioration of materials are presented within the framework of their classification based on the most recent findings and conclusions. Chapter 2 discusses information on 13 groups of bacteria, 7 groups of fungi, and 4 groups of protozoa involved in biodegradative processes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 3 is devoted to industrial biocides. In this discussion, biocides are divided into 19 groups, and the properties of stabilizers for each group are given in tabular form. Only stabilizers permitted for use in the European Union and the USA are included in the discussion. The selection is based on the most current lists of approved substances. Information on different biocides is followed by sections discussing principles of selection of biostabilizers and methods of stabilizers delivery (bulk addition, nanoparticles, delayed delivery, surface coating, and reaction with functionalized polymer). Properties of stabilizers included in each group are part of a companion book entitled Databook of Biocides, which was recently published and gives details of biocides permitted for use in the European Union and the USA. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 4 discusses the influence of material properties on biodeterioration. It covers surface properties, crystalline structure, pH, the effect of oxidation prior to biodegradation, and the effect of pigments.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eChapter 5 aims to discuss the mechanism and kinetics of biostabilizers’ action. Among many other topics, the influence of biomass adhesion, resistance to the biocide, biocide leaching rate, and longevity of stabilized materials are discussed.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eChapter 6 contains information on biodegradation, biodeterioration, and biostabilization of industrial products. For each group of products, relevant microorganisms, essential product components, mechanisms of biodegradation and biodeterioration, results of biodeterioration, biostabilization, and used formulations are given. 30 groups of industrial products are included in the evaluation. This, the most important chapter, also discusses more than 36 groups of polymers in separate sections. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 7 contains information on standard and frequently used analytical methods in the fields of biodegradation, biodeterioration, and biostabilization of materials. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 8 evaluates the biocide application's health and safety aspects, including topics such as toxic substance control, carcinogenic effects, workplace exposure limits, and food regulatory acts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 9 contains the most current information on the environmental fate of biostabilizers, including their concentrations, toxicity, and rates of decay. The discussion is based on the data to give a real picture of the current situation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 10 provides a comprehensive background of legislative measures by providing information on regulations developed in the European Union, by world organizations, and in the USA. The last chapter concerns the protection of workers who use biocides in their work, including clothing, gloves, and eye and respiratory protection.. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive source of fundamental information and data is based on thousands of papers, patents, and information from biocide manufacturers. The above contents and the most up-to-date information make this book essential for almost all fields of applied chemistry. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery drastic changes in biocides, which can be used according to regulations, make most of the very informative books published in the past misleading because regulations eliminated many of the products they discussed. This book only looks at future applications, giving ideas on how to protect materials in today’s environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2 Microorganisms involved in the biodegradation of materials\u003cbr\u003e3 Industrial biocides\u003cbr\u003e4 Effect of material properties on biodeterioration\u003cbr\u003e5 Mechanisms and kinetics\u003cbr\u003e6 Biodegradation, biodeterioration, and biostabilization of industrial products\u003cbr\u003e7 Analytical methods in biodegradation, biodeterioration, and biostabilization\u003cbr\u003e8 Biostabilizers - health \u0026amp; safety\u003cbr\u003e9 Environmental fate of biostabilizers\u003cbr\u003e10 Legislation\u003cbr\u003e11 Personal protection\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. 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The book contains 11 chapters devoted to essential aspects of biodegradation and biostabilization. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe introductory chapter provides a historical note on chronological developments in the field, presents the classification of biocidal products, and defines essential terms frequently used in the book's subject. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMicroorganisms involved in the biodegradation and biodeterioration of materials are presented within the framework of their classification based on the most recent findings and conclusions. Chapter 2 discusses information on 13 groups of bacteria, 7 groups of fungi, and 4 groups of protozoa involved in biodegradative processes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 3 is devoted to industrial biocides. In this discussion, biocides are divided into 19 groups, and the properties of stabilizers for each group are given in tabular form. Only stabilizers permitted for use in the European Union and the USA are included in the discussion. The selection is based on the most current lists of approved substances. Information on different biocides is followed by sections discussing principles of selection of biostabilizers and methods of stabilizers delivery (bulk addition, nanoparticles, delayed delivery, surface coating, and reaction with functionalized polymer). Properties of stabilizers included in each group are part of a companion book entitled Databook of Biocides, which was recently published and gives details of biocides permitted for use in the European Union and the USA. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 4 discusses the influence of material properties on biodeterioration. It covers surface properties, crystalline structure, pH, the effect of oxidation prior to biodegradation, and the effect of pigments.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eChapter 5 aims to discuss the mechanism and kinetics of biostabilizers’ action. Among many other topics, the influence of biomass adhesion, resistance to the biocide, biocide leaching rate, and longevity of stabilized materials are discussed.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eChapter 6 contains information on biodegradation, biodeterioration, and biostabilization of industrial products. For each group of products, relevant microorganisms, essential product components, mechanisms of biodegradation and biodeterioration, results of biodeterioration, biostabilization, and used formulations are given. 30 groups of industrial products are included in the evaluation. This, the most important chapter, also discusses more than 36 groups of polymers in separate sections. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 7 contains information on standard and frequently used analytical methods in the fields of biodegradation, biodeterioration, and biostabilization of materials. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 8 evaluates the biocide application's health and safety aspects, including topics such as toxic substance control, carcinogenic effects, workplace exposure limits, and food regulatory acts. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 9 contains the most current information on the environmental fate of biostabilizers, including their concentrations, toxicity, and rates of decay. The discussion is based on the data to give a real picture of the current situation. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChapter 10 provides a comprehensive background of legislative measures by providing information on regulations developed in the European Union, by world organizations, and in the USA. The last chapter concerns the protection of workers who use biocides in their work, including clothing, gloves, and eye and respiratory protection.. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis comprehensive source of fundamental information and data is based on thousands of papers, patents, and information from biocide manufacturers. The above contents and the most up-to-date information make this book essential for almost all fields of applied chemistry. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVery drastic changes in biocides, which can be used according to regulations, make most of the very informative books published in the past misleading because regulations eliminated many of the products they discussed. This book only looks at future applications, giving ideas on how to protect materials in today’s environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2 Microorganisms involved in the biodegradation of materials\u003cbr\u003e3 Industrial biocides\u003cbr\u003e4 Effect of material properties on biodeterioration\u003cbr\u003e5 Mechanisms and kinetics\u003cbr\u003e6 Biodegradation, biodeterioration, and biostabilization of industrial products\u003cbr\u003e7 Analytical methods in biodegradation, biodeterioration, and biostabilization\u003cbr\u003e8 Biostabilizers - health \u0026amp; safety\u003cbr\u003e9 Environmental fate of biostabilizers\u003cbr\u003e10 Legislation\u003cbr\u003e11 Personal protection\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp;amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp;amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp;amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp;amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Description Author: George WypychISBN 978-1-77467-080-4 Published: Jan 2026Pages: 474+viiiTables: 127Figures: 145 Summary This handbook is the first-ever book published on antiblocking, release, and slip additives, which are of high industrial importance. The fifth edition includes all new information that has become available in the five years since the last edition was published. Thirty chemical families...
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{"id":8694685368477,"title":"Handbook of Antiblocking, Release, and Slip Additives, 5th Ed","handle":"2026-handbook-of-antiblocking-release-and-slip-additives-5th-ed","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN \u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e978-1-77467-080-4 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: Jan 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 474+viii\u003cbr\u003eTables: 127\u003cbr\u003eFigures: 145\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThis handbook is the first-ever book published on antiblocking, release, and slip additives, which are of high industrial importance. The fifth edition includes all new information that has become available in the five years since the last edition was published.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThirty chemical families form a core of industrial developments, resulting in many commercial products used by industry as antiblocking, release, and slip additives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThese additives are used to produce materials from 44 families of polymers, rubbers, and natural products. Polymers containing antiblocking, release, and slip additives are processed by 18 processing methods used by almost 30 industries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eInformation on selecting additives for various polymers is divided into the following sections: types and concentrations, Effects on polymer and\/or other additives, and Typical formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eInformation on the use of additives in various products is divided into the following sections: Types and concentrations, Reasons for use, Advantages and disadvantages of additive use, Effect on product properties, and Examples of formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eProcessing methods are discussed using the following breakdown: Types and concentrations, Effects on the process, Effects on product properties, Advantages and disadvantages of additive use, and Examples of formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThis book includes a complete analysis of literature and patents available from the first use of these additives until now. It considers all essential aspects of chemistry, physical properties, influence on properties of final products, formulations, methods of incorporation, analysis, and effects on health and the environment. The table of contents includes information on the contents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThe book contains 18 chapters, each addressing a specific aspect of the properties and applications of antiblocking, release, and slip agents. A separate publication, the\u003cb\u003e Databook of Antiblocking, Release, and Slip Additives\u003c\/b\u003e, is also available. This book contains up-to-date information on over 300 of the most essential additives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThe data combined with a comprehensive analysis of these materials' performance form a significant source of information for industry, research, academia, and legislature. Any industrial, university, governmental, or public library should consider these two books\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003ebecause of the widespread applications of these additives in industry and everyday life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e1.1 Historical developments \u003cbr\u003e1.2 Expectations from commercial additives \u003cbr\u003e1.3 Definitions \u003cbr\u003e1.4 Classification \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 Generic Types \u003cbr\u003e2.1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e2.2 Characteristic properties of commercial additives \u003cbr\u003e2.2.1 Antiblocking agents \u003cbr\u003e2.2.2 Mold release agents \u003cbr\u003e2.2.3 Slip agents \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 Standard Methods of Control \u003cbr\u003e3.1 Adhesives \u003cbr\u003e3.2 Floor coverings \u003cbr\u003e3.3 Footwear and walkway surfaces \u003cbr\u003e3.4 Geosynthetics \u003cbr\u003e3.5 Leather and coated fabrics \u003cbr\u003e3.6 Lubricants \u003cbr\u003e3.7 Medical \u003cbr\u003e3.8 Paints and Coatings \u003cbr\u003e3.9 Paper \u003cbr\u003e3.10 Plastics and rubber \u003cbr\u003e3.11 Roads and pavement \u003cbr\u003e3.12 Sport equipment \u003cbr\u003e3.13 Textiles \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4 Transportation and Storage \u003cbr\u003e4.1 Transportation \u003cbr\u003e4.2 Storage \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 Mechanisms of Action \u003cbr\u003e5.1 Antiblocking agents \u003cbr\u003e5.2 Slip agents \u003cbr\u003e5.3 Release agents \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 Compatibility and Performance \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7 Diffusion and Migration \u003cbr\u003e7.1 Diffusion \u003cbr\u003e7.2 Distribution of additive in bulk and on surface \u003cbr\u003e7.3 How mobility affects additive selection? \u003cbr\u003e7.4 Additive transfer to material in contact\u003cbr\u003e7.5 Additive loss \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8 Interaction with Other Components of Formulation \u003cbr\u003e8.1 Fillers \u003cbr\u003e8.2 Other components of formulation \u003cbr\u003e8.3 Synergy between surface additives \u003cbr\u003e8.4 Other properties \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9 Processing and Additive Performance \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 Effect on Product Properties \u003cbr\u003e10.1 Mechanical properties\u003cbr\u003e10.2 Mar and abrasion \u003cbr\u003e10.3 Shrinkage and warpage \u003cbr\u003e10.4 Blocking force \u003cbr\u003e10.5 Adhesion to mold and demolding \u003cbr\u003e10.6 Coefficient of friction \u003cbr\u003e10.7 Residues on molds \u003cbr\u003e10.8 Residues on molded parts \u003cbr\u003e10.9 Optical properties \u003cbr\u003e10.10 Rheological properties \u003cbr\u003e10.11 Electrical properties \u003cbr\u003e10.12 Structure and orientation \u003cbr\u003e10.13 Thermal aging \u003cbr\u003e10.14 UV radiation \u003cbr\u003e10.15 Effect on other properties \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11 Use in Specific Polymers \u003cbr\u003e11.1 ABS \u003cbr\u003e11.2 Acrylics \u003cbr\u003e11.3 Bromobutyl rubber \u003cbr\u003e11.4 Cellulose acetate \u003cbr\u003e11.5 Cellulose, acetate, butyrate and propionate \u003cbr\u003e11.6 Cellulose nitrate\u003cbr\u003e11.7 Chlorinated polyvinylchloride \u003cbr\u003e11.8 Chlorosulfonated polyethylene \u003cbr\u003e11.9 Copolymers \u003cbr\u003e11.10 Cyanoacrylates \u003cbr\u003e11.11 Ethyl cellulose \u003cbr\u003e11.12 Ethylene-propylene-diene copolymer, EPDM \u003cbr\u003e11.13 Ethylene-propylene rubber, EPR \u003cbr\u003e11.14 Epoxy resin \u003cbr\u003e11.15 Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, EVA \u003cbr\u003e11.16 Ionomers \u003cbr\u003e11.17 Nitrile rubber \u003cbr\u003e11.18 Polyamide \u003cbr\u003e11.19 Polybutadiene \u003cbr\u003e11.20 Polycarbonate \u003cbr\u003e11.21 Polyester \u003cbr\u003e11.22 Polyetherimide \u003cbr\u003e11.23 Polyethylene \u003cbr\u003e11.24 Polyimide \u003cbr\u003e11.25 Polylactide \u003cbr\u003e11.26 Polymethylmethacrylate \u003cbr\u003e11.27 Polyoxymethylene \u003cbr\u003e11.28 Poly(N-vinylcarbazole) \u003cbr\u003e11.29 Poly(phenylene ether) \u003cbr\u003e11.30 Polypropylene \u003cbr\u003e11.31 Polystyrene \u003cbr\u003e11.32 Polysulfone \u003cbr\u003e11.33 Poly(phenylene sulfide) \u003cbr\u003e11.34 Polyvinylacetate \u003cbr\u003e11.35 Polyvinylalcohol \u003cbr\u003e11.36 Polyvinylbutyral \u003cbr\u003e11.37 Polyvinylchloride \u003cbr\u003e11.38 Polyurethanes \u003cbr\u003e11.39 Proteins \u003cbr\u003e11.40 Rubber, natural \u003cbr\u003e11.41 Silicone \u003cbr\u003e11.42 Styrene-butadiene rubber \u003cbr\u003e11.43 Styrene-butadiene-styrene \u003cbr\u003e11.44 Starch \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 Use in Industrial Products \u003cbr\u003e12.1 Adhesives and sealants \u003cbr\u003e12.2 Aerospace \u003cbr\u003e12.3 Agriculture \u003cbr\u003e12.4 Automotive applications \u003cbr\u003e12.5 Bottles \u003cbr\u003e12.6 Ceramic materials \u003cbr\u003e12.7 Composites \u003cbr\u003e12.8 Coated fabrics \u003cbr\u003e12.9 Cosmetics \u003cbr\u003e12.10 Dental materials \u003cbr\u003e12.11 Electronics \u003cbr\u003e12.12 Fibers \u003cbr\u003e12.13 Film \u003cbr\u003e12.14 Food \u003cbr\u003e12.15 Foams \u003cbr\u003e12.16 Gaskets \u003cbr\u003e12.17 Inks, varnishes, and lacquers \u003cbr\u003e12.18 Medical devices \u003cbr\u003e12.19 Membranes \u003cbr\u003e12.20 Paints and coatings \u003cbr\u003e12.21 Pharmaceutical products \u003cbr\u003e12.22 Photographic materials \u003cbr\u003e12.23 Pipes \u003cbr\u003e12.24 Road construction \u003cbr\u003e12.25 Roofing materials \u003cbr\u003e12.26 Synthetic paper \u003cbr\u003e12.27 Tires \u003cbr\u003e12.28 Toys \u003cbr\u003e12.29 Wire \u0026amp; cable \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e13 Various Processing Methods \u003cbr\u003e13.1 Blow molding \u003cbr\u003e13.2 Calendering \u003cbr\u003e13.3 Coextrusion \u003cbr\u003e13.4 Compression molding \u003cbr\u003e13.5 Compounding (mixing) \u003cbr\u003e13.6 Dip coating \u003cbr\u003e13.7 Dryblending \u003cbr\u003e13.8 Extrusion \u003cbr\u003e13.9 Extrusion blow molding \u003cbr\u003e13.10 Injection molding \u003cbr\u003e13.11 Lithography \u003cbr\u003e13.12 Printing \u003cbr\u003e13.13 Reaction injection molding \u003cbr\u003e13.14 Rotational molding \u003cbr\u003e13.15 Rubber processing \u003cbr\u003e13.16 Slip casting \u003cbr\u003e13.17 Thermoforming \u003cbr\u003e13.18 Transfer molding \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14 Specialized Analytical Methods \u003cbr\u003e14.1 Identification \u003cbr\u003e14.2 Determination of concentration \u003cbr\u003e14.3 Determination of volatility and molecular motion \u003cbr\u003e14.4 Study of materials containing additives \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e15 Mathematical Modelling \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e16 Health, Safety, and Environmental Issues \u003cbr\u003e16.1 Antiblocking agents \u003cbr\u003e16.1.1 Inorganic \u003cbr\u003e16.1.2 Organic \u003cbr\u003e16.2 Release agents \u003cbr\u003e16.2.1 Fluorocompounds \u003cbr\u003e16.2.2 Polydimethylsiloxane \u003cbr\u003e16.2.3 Polymeric waxes \u003cbr\u003e16.2.4 Other chemical compounds \u003cbr\u003e16.3 Slip agents \u003cbr\u003e16.3.1 Acids \u003cbr\u003e16.3.2 Esters \u003cbr\u003e16.3.3 Fatty acid amides \u003cbr\u003e16.3.4 Natural wax \u003cbr\u003e16.3.5 Salts \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e17 Regulations and Data \u003cbr\u003e17.1 Toxic substance control \u003cbr\u003e17.2. Carcinogenic effect \u003cbr\u003e17.3 Workplace exposure limits \u003cbr\u003e17.4 Food regulatory acts \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18 Personal Protection \u003cbr\u003e18.1 Clothing \u003cbr\u003e18.2 Gloves \u003cbr\u003e18.3 Eye protection \u003cbr\u003e18.4 Respiratory protection \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndex \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2025-11-14T15:20:10-05:00","created_at":"2025-08-27T09:24:56-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2026","adhesives","antiblocking","antiblocking additives","Antiblocking agents","book","new","sealants"],"price":35000,"price_min":35000,"price_max":35000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":47159155228829,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":null,"requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Handbook of Antiblocking, Release, and Slip Additives, 5th Ed","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":35000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-77467-080-4","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670804-Case.jpg?v=1763151607"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670804-Case.jpg?v=1763151607","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":32418700918941,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.682,"height":450,"width":307,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670804-Case.jpg?v=1763151607"},"aspect_ratio":0.682,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670804-Case.jpg?v=1763151607","width":307}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN \u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-CA; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e978-1-77467-080-4 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: Jan 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 474+viii\u003cbr\u003eTables: 127\u003cbr\u003eFigures: 145\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThis handbook is the first-ever book published on antiblocking, release, and slip additives, which are of high industrial importance. The fifth edition includes all new information that has become available in the five years since the last edition was published.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThirty chemical families form a core of industrial developments, resulting in many commercial products used by industry as antiblocking, release, and slip additives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThese additives are used to produce materials from 44 families of polymers, rubbers, and natural products. Polymers containing antiblocking, release, and slip additives are processed by 18 processing methods used by almost 30 industries.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eInformation on selecting additives for various polymers is divided into the following sections: types and concentrations, Effects on polymer and\/or other additives, and Typical formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eInformation on the use of additives in various products is divided into the following sections: Types and concentrations, Reasons for use, Advantages and disadvantages of additive use, Effect on product properties, and Examples of formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eProcessing methods are discussed using the following breakdown: Types and concentrations, Effects on the process, Effects on product properties, Advantages and disadvantages of additive use, and Examples of formulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThis book includes a complete analysis of literature and patents available from the first use of these additives until now. It considers all essential aspects of chemistry, physical properties, influence on properties of final products, formulations, methods of incorporation, analysis, and effects on health and the environment. The table of contents includes information on the contents.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThe book contains 18 chapters, each addressing a specific aspect of the properties and applications of antiblocking, release, and slip agents. A separate publication, the\u003cb\u003e Databook of Antiblocking, Release, and Slip Additives\u003c\/b\u003e, is also available. This book contains up-to-date information on over 300 of the most essential additives.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThe data combined with a comprehensive analysis of these materials' performance form a significant source of information for industry, research, academia, and legislature. Any industrial, university, governmental, or public library should consider these two books\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003ebecause of the widespread applications of these additives in industry and everyday life.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e1.1 Historical developments \u003cbr\u003e1.2 Expectations from commercial additives \u003cbr\u003e1.3 Definitions \u003cbr\u003e1.4 Classification \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 Generic Types \u003cbr\u003e2.1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e2.2 Characteristic properties of commercial additives \u003cbr\u003e2.2.1 Antiblocking agents \u003cbr\u003e2.2.2 Mold release agents \u003cbr\u003e2.2.3 Slip agents \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 Standard Methods of Control \u003cbr\u003e3.1 Adhesives \u003cbr\u003e3.2 Floor coverings \u003cbr\u003e3.3 Footwear and walkway surfaces \u003cbr\u003e3.4 Geosynthetics \u003cbr\u003e3.5 Leather and coated fabrics \u003cbr\u003e3.6 Lubricants \u003cbr\u003e3.7 Medical \u003cbr\u003e3.8 Paints and Coatings \u003cbr\u003e3.9 Paper \u003cbr\u003e3.10 Plastics and rubber \u003cbr\u003e3.11 Roads and pavement \u003cbr\u003e3.12 Sport equipment \u003cbr\u003e3.13 Textiles \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4 Transportation and Storage \u003cbr\u003e4.1 Transportation \u003cbr\u003e4.2 Storage \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 Mechanisms of Action \u003cbr\u003e5.1 Antiblocking agents \u003cbr\u003e5.2 Slip agents \u003cbr\u003e5.3 Release agents \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 Compatibility and Performance \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7 Diffusion and Migration \u003cbr\u003e7.1 Diffusion \u003cbr\u003e7.2 Distribution of additive in bulk and on surface \u003cbr\u003e7.3 How mobility affects additive selection? \u003cbr\u003e7.4 Additive transfer to material in contact\u003cbr\u003e7.5 Additive loss \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8 Interaction with Other Components of Formulation \u003cbr\u003e8.1 Fillers \u003cbr\u003e8.2 Other components of formulation \u003cbr\u003e8.3 Synergy between surface additives \u003cbr\u003e8.4 Other properties \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9 Processing and Additive Performance \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 Effect on Product Properties \u003cbr\u003e10.1 Mechanical properties\u003cbr\u003e10.2 Mar and abrasion \u003cbr\u003e10.3 Shrinkage and warpage \u003cbr\u003e10.4 Blocking force \u003cbr\u003e10.5 Adhesion to mold and demolding \u003cbr\u003e10.6 Coefficient of friction \u003cbr\u003e10.7 Residues on molds \u003cbr\u003e10.8 Residues on molded parts \u003cbr\u003e10.9 Optical properties \u003cbr\u003e10.10 Rheological properties \u003cbr\u003e10.11 Electrical properties \u003cbr\u003e10.12 Structure and orientation \u003cbr\u003e10.13 Thermal aging \u003cbr\u003e10.14 UV radiation \u003cbr\u003e10.15 Effect on other properties \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e11 Use in Specific Polymers \u003cbr\u003e11.1 ABS \u003cbr\u003e11.2 Acrylics \u003cbr\u003e11.3 Bromobutyl rubber \u003cbr\u003e11.4 Cellulose acetate \u003cbr\u003e11.5 Cellulose, acetate, butyrate and propionate \u003cbr\u003e11.6 Cellulose nitrate\u003cbr\u003e11.7 Chlorinated polyvinylchloride \u003cbr\u003e11.8 Chlorosulfonated polyethylene \u003cbr\u003e11.9 Copolymers \u003cbr\u003e11.10 Cyanoacrylates \u003cbr\u003e11.11 Ethyl cellulose \u003cbr\u003e11.12 Ethylene-propylene-diene copolymer, EPDM \u003cbr\u003e11.13 Ethylene-propylene rubber, EPR \u003cbr\u003e11.14 Epoxy resin \u003cbr\u003e11.15 Ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymer, EVA \u003cbr\u003e11.16 Ionomers \u003cbr\u003e11.17 Nitrile rubber \u003cbr\u003e11.18 Polyamide \u003cbr\u003e11.19 Polybutadiene \u003cbr\u003e11.20 Polycarbonate \u003cbr\u003e11.21 Polyester \u003cbr\u003e11.22 Polyetherimide \u003cbr\u003e11.23 Polyethylene \u003cbr\u003e11.24 Polyimide \u003cbr\u003e11.25 Polylactide \u003cbr\u003e11.26 Polymethylmethacrylate \u003cbr\u003e11.27 Polyoxymethylene \u003cbr\u003e11.28 Poly(N-vinylcarbazole) \u003cbr\u003e11.29 Poly(phenylene ether) \u003cbr\u003e11.30 Polypropylene \u003cbr\u003e11.31 Polystyrene \u003cbr\u003e11.32 Polysulfone \u003cbr\u003e11.33 Poly(phenylene sulfide) \u003cbr\u003e11.34 Polyvinylacetate \u003cbr\u003e11.35 Polyvinylalcohol \u003cbr\u003e11.36 Polyvinylbutyral \u003cbr\u003e11.37 Polyvinylchloride \u003cbr\u003e11.38 Polyurethanes \u003cbr\u003e11.39 Proteins \u003cbr\u003e11.40 Rubber, natural \u003cbr\u003e11.41 Silicone \u003cbr\u003e11.42 Styrene-butadiene rubber \u003cbr\u003e11.43 Styrene-butadiene-styrene \u003cbr\u003e11.44 Starch \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 Use in Industrial Products \u003cbr\u003e12.1 Adhesives and sealants \u003cbr\u003e12.2 Aerospace \u003cbr\u003e12.3 Agriculture \u003cbr\u003e12.4 Automotive applications \u003cbr\u003e12.5 Bottles \u003cbr\u003e12.6 Ceramic materials \u003cbr\u003e12.7 Composites \u003cbr\u003e12.8 Coated fabrics \u003cbr\u003e12.9 Cosmetics \u003cbr\u003e12.10 Dental materials \u003cbr\u003e12.11 Electronics \u003cbr\u003e12.12 Fibers \u003cbr\u003e12.13 Film \u003cbr\u003e12.14 Food \u003cbr\u003e12.15 Foams \u003cbr\u003e12.16 Gaskets \u003cbr\u003e12.17 Inks, varnishes, and lacquers \u003cbr\u003e12.18 Medical devices \u003cbr\u003e12.19 Membranes \u003cbr\u003e12.20 Paints and coatings \u003cbr\u003e12.21 Pharmaceutical products \u003cbr\u003e12.22 Photographic materials \u003cbr\u003e12.23 Pipes \u003cbr\u003e12.24 Road construction \u003cbr\u003e12.25 Roofing materials \u003cbr\u003e12.26 Synthetic paper \u003cbr\u003e12.27 Tires \u003cbr\u003e12.28 Toys \u003cbr\u003e12.29 Wire \u0026amp; cable \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e13 Various Processing Methods \u003cbr\u003e13.1 Blow molding \u003cbr\u003e13.2 Calendering \u003cbr\u003e13.3 Coextrusion \u003cbr\u003e13.4 Compression molding \u003cbr\u003e13.5 Compounding (mixing) \u003cbr\u003e13.6 Dip coating \u003cbr\u003e13.7 Dryblending \u003cbr\u003e13.8 Extrusion \u003cbr\u003e13.9 Extrusion blow molding \u003cbr\u003e13.10 Injection molding \u003cbr\u003e13.11 Lithography \u003cbr\u003e13.12 Printing \u003cbr\u003e13.13 Reaction injection molding \u003cbr\u003e13.14 Rotational molding \u003cbr\u003e13.15 Rubber processing \u003cbr\u003e13.16 Slip casting \u003cbr\u003e13.17 Thermoforming \u003cbr\u003e13.18 Transfer molding \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14 Specialized Analytical Methods \u003cbr\u003e14.1 Identification \u003cbr\u003e14.2 Determination of concentration \u003cbr\u003e14.3 Determination of volatility and molecular motion \u003cbr\u003e14.4 Study of materials containing additives \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e15 Mathematical Modelling \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e16 Health, Safety, and Environmental Issues \u003cbr\u003e16.1 Antiblocking agents \u003cbr\u003e16.1.1 Inorganic \u003cbr\u003e16.1.2 Organic \u003cbr\u003e16.2 Release agents \u003cbr\u003e16.2.1 Fluorocompounds \u003cbr\u003e16.2.2 Polydimethylsiloxane \u003cbr\u003e16.2.3 Polymeric waxes \u003cbr\u003e16.2.4 Other chemical compounds \u003cbr\u003e16.3 Slip agents \u003cbr\u003e16.3.1 Acids \u003cbr\u003e16.3.2 Esters \u003cbr\u003e16.3.3 Fatty acid amides \u003cbr\u003e16.3.4 Natural wax \u003cbr\u003e16.3.5 Salts \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e17 Regulations and Data \u003cbr\u003e17.1 Toxic substance control \u003cbr\u003e17.2. Carcinogenic effect \u003cbr\u003e17.3 Workplace exposure limits \u003cbr\u003e17.4 Food regulatory acts \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e18 Personal Protection \u003cbr\u003e18.1 Clothing \u003cbr\u003e18.2 Gloves \u003cbr\u003e18.3 Eye protection \u003cbr\u003e18.4 Respiratory protection \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndex \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Description Author: Anna WypychISBN 978-1-77467-076-7 Published: Jan 2026Pages: 388+xii Summary The databook of nucleating agents contains data on the most critical products in use today. Production of many nucleating agents included in the previous edition was discontinued, and they were replaced by new additives developed recently. Also, existing additives were modified and repurposed. Two groups...
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{"id":8694684909725,"title":"Databook of Nucleating Agents, 3rd Ed","handle":"databook-of-nucleating-agents-3rd-ed","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: Anna Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e978-1-77467-076-7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: Jan 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e388+xii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe databook of nucleating agents contains data on the most critical products in use today. Production of many nucleating agents included in the previous edition was discontinued, and they were replaced by new additives developed recently. Also, existing additives were modified and repurposed. Two groups of chemicals are included: chemical compounds used for the manufacture of nucleating agents (data included come from many available sources and contain extensive references) and commercial products (data from a single supplier of material). The third edition contains revised data on currently available generic and commercial nucleating agents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe Databook of Nucleating Agents includes information on each nucleating agent in five sections: General information, Physical properties, Health and safety, Ecological properties, and Use and performance. The data belongs to over 100 data fields, which accommodate a variety of data available in source publications. The description of each section below gives more detail on the composition of the information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneral information section\u003c\/b\u003e includes: name, CAS #, EC #, Acronym, Chemical category, Common name, Common synonym, IUPAC name, Molecular structure, Molecular formula, Molecular mass, Masterbatch, Mixture, RTECS number, Moisture contents, Purity, and Product contents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhysical-chemical properties section\u003c\/b\u003e contains data on State, Odor, Color, Brightness, Whiteness, Acid #, Average particle size, Boiling point, Melting point, Density, Relative permittivity, Melt flow rate, Gas production, Expansion, Heat of combustion, Heat of fusion, Henry’s law constant, Oil absorption, Loss on ignition, pH, Refractive index, Surface tension, Solubility in water and solvents, Specific surface area, Thermal conductivity, Vapor density, Vapor pressure, Viscosity, Volatility, Volume resistivity, and pKa1\/pKa2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHealth and safety section\u003c\/b\u003e contains data on Flash point, Flash point method, Autoignition temperature, Explosive LEL, Explosive UEL, NFPA Health, NFPA Flammability, NFPA Reactivity, HMIS Health, HMIS Fire, HMIS Reactivity, HMIS Personal protection, UN number, UN Risk Phrases, R, UN Safety Phrases, S, DOT Hazard Class, UN\/NA hazard class, UN packaging group, ICAO\/IATA Class, IMDG Class, Proper shipping name, Rat oral LD50, Mouse oral LD50, Rabbit dermal LD50, Inhalation rat LC50, Route of entry, Skin irritation, Eye irritation, Ingestion, Inhalation, First aid: eyes, skin, and inhalation, Carcinogenicity by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, and OSHA, Mutagenicity, and TLV - TWA 8h (ACGIH, NIOSH, OSHA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEcological properties section\u003c\/b\u003e contains data on Biodegradation probability, Aquatic toxicity LC50 (\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eRainbow trout, Bluegill sunfish, Fathead minnow, Sheepshead minnow\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eDaphnia magna\u003c\/i\u003e), Bioconcentration factor, Biological, Chemical, and Theoretical Oxygen Demand, and Partition coefficient (log Kow and log Pow).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse \u0026amp; performance section\u003c\/b\u003e contains information on Manufacturer, Outstanding properties, Recommended for polymers, Recommended for products, Concentration used Processes, Process temperature, and Food contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThis book is a must for manufacturers of nucleating agents, manufacturers of products containing nucleating agents designed for various purposes, regulating bodies, academia, and research laboratories. The databook contains information that is complete, timely, up-to-date, and useful in numerous fields of application and for thousands of manufacturers and products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDatabook of Nucleating Agents\u003c\/b\u003e is best used in combination with the \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHandbook of Nucleating Agents\u003c\/b\u003e. Both books do not overlap but complement each other. The Databook provides data in the form of tables, and the Handbook shows the best ways to use these additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2. Information on data fields\u003cbr\u003e3. Acids \u003cbr\u003e4. Amides \u003cbr\u003e5. Carbon nanotubes\u003cbr\u003e6. Graphene derivatives\u003cbr\u003e7. Hydrazides \u003cbr\u003e8. Inorganic\u003cbr\u003ei. Boron nitride\u003cbr\u003eii. Calcium carbonate\u003cbr\u003eiii. Hydroxides and oxides\u003cbr\u003eiv. Silica \u003cbr\u003ev. Talc \u003cbr\u003evi. Other inorganic\u003cbr\u003e9. Masterbatch\u003cbr\u003e10. Phosphate salts\u003cbr\u003e11. Polymeric \u003cbr\u003e12. Proprietary\u003cbr\u003e13. Renewable resources\u003cbr\u003e14. Salts of carboxylic acids\u003cbr\u003e15. Sorbitol derivatives\u003cbr\u003e16. Xylan esters\u003cbr\u003e17. Others \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2025-11-14T15:22:53-05:00","created_at":"2025-08-27T09:19:48-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2026","additive","additives","book","new","nucleating agent","nucleating agents"],"price":35000,"price_min":35000,"price_max":35000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":47159151558813,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":null,"requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Databook of Nucleating Agents, 3rd Ed","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":35000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-77467-076-7","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670767-Case.jpg?v=1763151760"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670767-Case.jpg?v=1763151760","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":32418710651037,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.684,"height":450,"width":308,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670767-Case.jpg?v=1763151760"},"aspect_ratio":0.684,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670767-Case.jpg?v=1763151760","width":308}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: Anna Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e978-1-77467-076-7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: Jan 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 115%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e388+xii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe databook of nucleating agents contains data on the most critical products in use today. Production of many nucleating agents included in the previous edition was discontinued, and they were replaced by new additives developed recently. Also, existing additives were modified and repurposed. Two groups of chemicals are included: chemical compounds used for the manufacture of nucleating agents (data included come from many available sources and contain extensive references) and commercial products (data from a single supplier of material). The third edition contains revised data on currently available generic and commercial nucleating agents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe Databook of Nucleating Agents includes information on each nucleating agent in five sections: General information, Physical properties, Health and safety, Ecological properties, and Use and performance. The data belongs to over 100 data fields, which accommodate a variety of data available in source publications. The description of each section below gives more detail on the composition of the information.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneral information section\u003c\/b\u003e includes: name, CAS #, EC #, Acronym, Chemical category, Common name, Common synonym, IUPAC name, Molecular structure, Molecular formula, Molecular mass, Masterbatch, Mixture, RTECS number, Moisture contents, Purity, and Product contents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhysical-chemical properties section\u003c\/b\u003e contains data on State, Odor, Color, Brightness, Whiteness, Acid #, Average particle size, Boiling point, Melting point, Density, Relative permittivity, Melt flow rate, Gas production, Expansion, Heat of combustion, Heat of fusion, Henry’s law constant, Oil absorption, Loss on ignition, pH, Refractive index, Surface tension, Solubility in water and solvents, Specific surface area, Thermal conductivity, Vapor density, Vapor pressure, Viscosity, Volatility, Volume resistivity, and pKa1\/pKa2.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHealth and safety section\u003c\/b\u003e contains data on Flash point, Flash point method, Autoignition temperature, Explosive LEL, Explosive UEL, NFPA Health, NFPA Flammability, NFPA Reactivity, HMIS Health, HMIS Fire, HMIS Reactivity, HMIS Personal protection, UN number, UN Risk Phrases, R, UN Safety Phrases, S, DOT Hazard Class, UN\/NA hazard class, UN packaging group, ICAO\/IATA Class, IMDG Class, Proper shipping name, Rat oral LD50, Mouse oral LD50, Rabbit dermal LD50, Inhalation rat LC50, Route of entry, Skin irritation, Eye irritation, Ingestion, Inhalation, First aid: eyes, skin, and inhalation, Carcinogenicity by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, and OSHA, Mutagenicity, and TLV - TWA 8h (ACGIH, NIOSH, OSHA)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEcological properties section\u003c\/b\u003e contains data on Biodegradation probability, Aquatic toxicity LC50 (\u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eRainbow trout, Bluegill sunfish, Fathead minnow, Sheepshead minnow\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci style=\"mso-bidi-font-style: normal;\"\u003eDaphnia magna\u003c\/i\u003e), Bioconcentration factor, Biological, Chemical, and Theoretical Oxygen Demand, and Partition coefficient (log Kow and log Pow).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse \u0026amp; performance section\u003c\/b\u003e contains information on Manufacturer, Outstanding properties, Recommended for polymers, Recommended for products, Concentration used Processes, Process temperature, and Food contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThis book is a must for manufacturers of nucleating agents, manufacturers of products containing nucleating agents designed for various purposes, regulating bodies, academia, and research laboratories. The databook contains information that is complete, timely, up-to-date, and useful in numerous fields of application and for thousands of manufacturers and products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003eThe \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eDatabook of Nucleating Agents\u003c\/b\u003e is best used in combination with the \u003cb style=\"mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;\"\u003eHandbook of Nucleating Agents\u003c\/b\u003e. Both books do not overlap but complement each other. The Databook provides data in the form of tables, and the Handbook shows the best ways to use these additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2. Information on data fields\u003cbr\u003e3. Acids \u003cbr\u003e4. Amides \u003cbr\u003e5. Carbon nanotubes\u003cbr\u003e6. Graphene derivatives\u003cbr\u003e7. Hydrazides \u003cbr\u003e8. Inorganic\u003cbr\u003ei. Boron nitride\u003cbr\u003eii. Calcium carbonate\u003cbr\u003eiii. Hydroxides and oxides\u003cbr\u003eiv. Silica \u003cbr\u003ev. Talc \u003cbr\u003evi. Other inorganic\u003cbr\u003e9. Masterbatch\u003cbr\u003e10. Phosphate salts\u003cbr\u003e11. Polymeric \u003cbr\u003e12. Proprietary\u003cbr\u003e13. Renewable resources\u003cbr\u003e14. Salts of carboxylic acids\u003cbr\u003e15. Sorbitol derivatives\u003cbr\u003e16. Xylan esters\u003cbr\u003e17. Others \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e"}
Description Author: Anna & George WypychISBN 978-1-77467-074-3 Published: Jan 2026Pages: 510+xii Summary The National Fire Protection Association reported 32,788,713 fires (2023) (almost every second a fire department in the United States responds to a fire), around 5,000 fire deaths (2024) (74% of all fire deaths occurred at home), and 25,500 people were injured in 2024....
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{"id":8694684221597,"title":"Databook of Flame Retardants, 2nd Edition","handle":"databook-of-flame-retardants-2nd-edition","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: Anna \u0026amp; George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e978-1-77467-074-3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: Jan 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e510+xii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe National Fire Protection Association reported 32,788,713 fires (2023) (almost every second a fire department in the United States responds to a fire), around 5,000 fire deaths (2024) (74% of all fire deaths occurred at home), and 25,500 people were injured in 2024. \u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eThe total annual economic burden of fires in the United States was between $394 and $893 billion in 2022.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThese statistics are alarming, and they show why and where the primary emphasis on protection exists. \u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn view of these statistics, it is not surprising that the development of flame retardants is one of the major targets of the chemical industry. The main categories of flame retardants include halogenated, inorganic, phosphorus, intumescent, and nitrogen types. At the same time, about 30 chemical groups are used in currently active flame retardants, which shows extensive research activity in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe major applications of flame retardants are in products used at home (furnishings, appliances, upholstery, carpets, curtains, fabrics, etc.), electronic and electrical devices (computers, TV sets, phones, wiring, etc.), building construction materials, and transportation products (cars, airplanes, railroad equipment, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe above applications suggest close contact of humans with materials containing these additives, which emphasizes the effects of their toxicity and the effect on the environment. The most adverse health effects are associated with endocrine and thyroid disruption, impacts on the immune system, reproductive toxicity, cancer, and adverse effects on fetal and child development and neurologic functions. For these reasons, the selection of flame retardants of lower toxicity and the elimination of toxic products are high on the agendas of manufacturers and regulating entities. This results in continuous changes in the availability of additives, making many previously published literature misleading since obsolete products are included in these publications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eDatabook of Flame Retardants \u003c\/b\u003econtains information on presently used additives in the form of tables containing five sections\u003cb\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e General, Physical, Health \u0026amp; Safety, Ecological, and Use. Each section contains available data, as listed below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneral section\u003c\/b\u003e contains the following fields: product name, CAS #, EC number, acronym, bromine content, calcium contents, chemical class, chemical name, chemical synonym, chemical formula, chlorine contents, iron oxide contents, IUPAC name, magnesium hydroxide contents, magnesium contents, molecular mass, moisture contents, mixture, nitrogen contents, oxygen contents, phenol contents, phosphorus contents, product contents, RTECS #, sodium oxide contents, and silicon dioxide contents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhysical section\u003c\/b\u003e contains the following fields: boiling point, brightness, bulk density, color (description, Hazen scale), decomposition temperature, density, dielectric constant, DOP absorption, electrical conductivity, freezing\/melting point, flame spread index, glossiness, glass transition temperature, hardness, hydroxyl number, Hegman grind, loss on ignition, loss of weight (TGA), odor, oil absorption, particle morphology, particle size, pH, refractive index, screen analysis, solubility in water, solubility in solvents, specific gravity, state, specific surface area, tinting strength, thermal conductivity, vapor density, vapor pressure, viscosity, and volatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHealth \u0026amp; Safety section\u003c\/b\u003e contains the following fields: autoignition temperature, carcinogenicity, eye irritation, flash point and method, hazardous decomposition products, HMIS (fire, health, reactivity),\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eICAO\/IATA class, IMDG class, inhalation (rat LC50), NFPA (flammability, health, reactivity), rabbit dermal LD50, rat oral LD50, respiratory irritation, shipping name, skin irritation, ACGIH TLV, OSHA PEL, UN risk and safety phrases, and UN\/NA class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEcological section\u003c\/b\u003e contains the following fields: aquatic toxicity LC50\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor algae, Daphnia magna, Fathead minnow, and Rainbow trout, bioconcentration factor, biodegradation probability, and partition coefficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse section\u003c\/b\u003e contains the following fields: manufacturer, outstanding properties, alternative product, recommended for products, recommended for resins, processing methods, concentrations used, guidelines for use, limiting oxygen index, and fire\/smoke classification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe above sections include over 100 types of data in total. We use the same set of units to ensure data compatibility. However, data can only be made available if the manufacturing companies provide them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe second chapter gives the definitions of all fields listed above and includes a description of additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe\u003cb\u003e Databook of Flame Retardants \u003c\/b\u003eis best utilized with the\u003cb\u003e Handbook of Flame Retardants\u003c\/b\u003e. Each book complements the other without repeating information, with the Databook containing data on over 350 commercial and literature-based products and the Handbook explaining the role of these products, their selection, mechanism of action, use in different polymers and products, and health and environmental issues related to flame retardants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2. Information on the data fields\u003cbr\u003e3. Antimonates\u003cbr\u003e4. Borates \u003cbr\u003e5. Brominated \u003cbr\u003e6. Carbon nanotube\u003cbr\u003e7. Chloroparaffin \u003cbr\u003e8. Fluoropolymers \u003cbr\u003e9. Graphene\u003cbr\u003e10. Graphite \u003cbr\u003e11. Hydrates\u003cbr\u003e12. Hydroxides\u003cbr\u003e13. Hydroxystanates and stannates\u003cbr\u003e14. Inorganic complex\u003cbr\u003e15. Melamines and triazines \u003cbr\u003e16. Molybdates\u003cbr\u003e17. Organophosphorus\u003cbr\u003e18. Organotins \u003cbr\u003e19. Oxides\u003cbr\u003e20. Peroxides \u003cbr\u003e21. Phosphates\u003cbr\u003e22. Phosphazenes \u003cbr\u003e23. Phosphinates \u003cbr\u003e24. Phosphonates \u003cbr\u003e25. Phosphites\u003cbr\u003e26. Silicates\u003cbr\u003e27. Siloxanes \u003cbr\u003e28. Silsesquioxane\u003cbr\u003e29. Other\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAnna Wypych, born in 1937, studied chemical engineering and polymer chemistry and obtained M. Sc. in chemical engineering in 1960. The professional expertise includes both teaching and research \u0026amp;amp; development. Anna Wypych has published 1 book (MSDS Manual), several databases, 6 scientific papers, and obtained 3 patents. She specializes in polymer additives for PVC and other polymers and evaluates their effect on health and environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2025-11-14T15:23:40-05:00","created_at":"2025-08-27T09:13:58-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2026","additive","book","flame retardancy","flame retardant","flame retardants","new"],"price":35000,"price_min":35000,"price_max":35000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":47159145398429,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":null,"requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Databook of Flame Retardants, 2nd Edition","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":35000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-77467-074-3","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670743-Case_6340743f-d5ae-46d4-881d-f9669b9e6337.jpg?v=1763151801"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670743-Case_6340743f-d5ae-46d4-881d-f9669b9e6337.jpg?v=1763151801","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":32418713862301,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.66,"height":450,"width":297,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670743-Case_6340743f-d5ae-46d4-881d-f9669b9e6337.jpg?v=1763151801"},"aspect_ratio":0.66,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670743-Case_6340743f-d5ae-46d4-881d-f9669b9e6337.jpg?v=1763151801","width":297}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: Anna \u0026amp; George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e978-1-77467-074-3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: Jan 2026\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e510+xii\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe National Fire Protection Association reported 32,788,713 fires (2023) (almost every second a fire department in the United States responds to a fire), around 5,000 fire deaths (2024) (74% of all fire deaths occurred at home), and 25,500 people were injured in 2024. \u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN;\"\u003eThe total annual economic burden of fires in the United States was between $394 and $893 billion in 2022.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThese statistics are alarming, and they show why and where the primary emphasis on protection exists. \u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\" style=\"mso-ansi-language: EN-CA;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eIn view of these statistics, it is not surprising that the development of flame retardants is one of the major targets of the chemical industry. The main categories of flame retardants include halogenated, inorganic, phosphorus, intumescent, and nitrogen types. At the same time, about 30 chemical groups are used in currently active flame retardants, which shows extensive research activity in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe major applications of flame retardants are in products used at home (furnishings, appliances, upholstery, carpets, curtains, fabrics, etc.), electronic and electrical devices (computers, TV sets, phones, wiring, etc.), building construction materials, and transportation products (cars, airplanes, railroad equipment, etc.).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe above applications suggest close contact of humans with materials containing these additives, which emphasizes the effects of their toxicity and the effect on the environment. The most adverse health effects are associated with endocrine and thyroid disruption, impacts on the immune system, reproductive toxicity, cancer, and adverse effects on fetal and child development and neurologic functions. For these reasons, the selection of flame retardants of lower toxicity and the elimination of toxic products are high on the agendas of manufacturers and regulating entities. This results in continuous changes in the availability of additives, making many previously published literature misleading since obsolete products are included in these publications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe \u003cb\u003eDatabook of Flame Retardants \u003c\/b\u003econtains information on presently used additives in the form of tables containing five sections\u003cb\u003e:\u003c\/b\u003e General, Physical, Health \u0026amp; Safety, Ecological, and Use. Each section contains available data, as listed below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGeneral section\u003c\/b\u003e contains the following fields: product name, CAS #, EC number, acronym, bromine content, calcium contents, chemical class, chemical name, chemical synonym, chemical formula, chlorine contents, iron oxide contents, IUPAC name, magnesium hydroxide contents, magnesium contents, molecular mass, moisture contents, mixture, nitrogen contents, oxygen contents, phenol contents, phosphorus contents, product contents, RTECS #, sodium oxide contents, and silicon dioxide contents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePhysical section\u003c\/b\u003e contains the following fields: boiling point, brightness, bulk density, color (description, Hazen scale), decomposition temperature, density, dielectric constant, DOP absorption, electrical conductivity, freezing\/melting point, flame spread index, glossiness, glass transition temperature, hardness, hydroxyl number, Hegman grind, loss on ignition, loss of weight (TGA), odor, oil absorption, particle morphology, particle size, pH, refractive index, screen analysis, solubility in water, solubility in solvents, specific gravity, state, specific surface area, tinting strength, thermal conductivity, vapor density, vapor pressure, viscosity, and volatility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHealth \u0026amp; Safety section\u003c\/b\u003e contains the following fields: autoignition temperature, carcinogenicity, eye irritation, flash point and method, hazardous decomposition products, HMIS (fire, health, reactivity),\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eICAO\/IATA class, IMDG class, inhalation (rat LC50), NFPA (flammability, health, reactivity), rabbit dermal LD50, rat oral LD50, respiratory irritation, shipping name, skin irritation, ACGIH TLV, OSHA PEL, UN risk and safety phrases, and UN\/NA class.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eEcological section\u003c\/b\u003e contains the following fields: aquatic toxicity LC50\u003cspan style=\"mso-spacerun: yes;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003efor algae, Daphnia magna, Fathead minnow, and Rainbow trout, bioconcentration factor, biodegradation probability, and partition coefficient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eUse section\u003c\/b\u003e contains the following fields: manufacturer, outstanding properties, alternative product, recommended for products, recommended for resins, processing methods, concentrations used, guidelines for use, limiting oxygen index, and fire\/smoke classification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe above sections include over 100 types of data in total. We use the same set of units to ensure data compatibility. However, data can only be made available if the manufacturing companies provide them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe second chapter gives the definitions of all fields listed above and includes a description of additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eThe\u003cb\u003e Databook of Flame Retardants \u003c\/b\u003eis best utilized with the\u003cb\u003e Handbook of Flame Retardants\u003c\/b\u003e. Each book complements the other without repeating information, with the Databook containing data on over 350 commercial and literature-based products and the Handbook explaining the role of these products, their selection, mechanism of action, use in different polymers and products, and health and environmental issues related to flame retardants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2. Information on the data fields\u003cbr\u003e3. Antimonates\u003cbr\u003e4. Borates \u003cbr\u003e5. Brominated \u003cbr\u003e6. Carbon nanotube\u003cbr\u003e7. Chloroparaffin \u003cbr\u003e8. Fluoropolymers \u003cbr\u003e9. Graphene\u003cbr\u003e10. Graphite \u003cbr\u003e11. Hydrates\u003cbr\u003e12. Hydroxides\u003cbr\u003e13. Hydroxystanates and stannates\u003cbr\u003e14. Inorganic complex\u003cbr\u003e15. Melamines and triazines \u003cbr\u003e16. Molybdates\u003cbr\u003e17. Organophosphorus\u003cbr\u003e18. Organotins \u003cbr\u003e19. Oxides\u003cbr\u003e20. Peroxides \u003cbr\u003e21. Phosphates\u003cbr\u003e22. Phosphazenes \u003cbr\u003e23. Phosphinates \u003cbr\u003e24. Phosphonates \u003cbr\u003e25. Phosphites\u003cbr\u003e26. Silicates\u003cbr\u003e27. Siloxanes \u003cbr\u003e28. Silsesquioxane\u003cbr\u003e29. Other\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAnna Wypych, born in 1937, studied chemical engineering and polymer chemistry and obtained M. Sc. in chemical engineering in 1960. The professional expertise includes both teaching and research \u0026amp;amp; development. Anna Wypych has published 1 book (MSDS Manual), several databases, 6 scientific papers, and obtained 3 patents. She specializes in polymer additives for PVC and other polymers and evaluates their effect on health and environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Description Author: Anna WypychISBN 978-1-77467-072-9 Published: Jan 2026Pages: 460+xii Summary The Databook of Antiblocking, Release, and Slip Additives contains data close to 300 of the most essential additives. It contains 145 data fields to accommodate a variety of data available in source publications. The additive databook is divided into five sections: General information, Physical properties,...
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It contains 145 data fields to accommodate a variety of data available in source publications. The additive databook is divided into five sections: General information, Physical properties, Health and safety, Ecological properties, and Use \u0026amp; Performance, and contains any of the listed below data if they are available for a compound. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn General information section the following data are included: name, CAS #, IUPAC name, Common name, Common synonyms, Acronym, Empirical formula, Molecular weight, Chemical class, Mixture, Alkyl distribution, Primary amine concentration, Product contents, Free acid, Amine number, Moisture content, Silicone content, and Solids content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhysical section contains data on State, Odor, Color (Gardner and Platinum-cobalt scales), Boiling point, Melting point, Freezing point, Pour point, Cloud point, Dropping point, Iodine Value, Particle hardness, Particles size, Surface area (BET), Refractive index, Specific gravity, Density, Bulk density, Vapor pressure, pH, Saponification value, Acidity, Viscosity, Kinematic viscosity, Melt index, Surface tension, Solubility in water and solvents, Thermal expansion coefficient, Heat of combustion, Specific heat, Thermal conductivity, Volatility, Coefficient of friction, Volume resistivity, Dielectric constant, and Ash contents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealth and safety section contains data on ADR \/RID Class, Flash point, Flash Point Method, Autoignition temperature, Explosive LEL, Explosive UEL, NFPA Classification, NFPA Health, NFPA Flammability, NFPA Reactivity, WHMIS Classification, HMIS Health, HMIS Fire, HMIS Reactivity, HMIS Personal protection, OSHA Hazard Class, EINECS number, EC number, UN Risk Phrases, R, UN Safety Phrases, S, DOT Hazard Class, UN\/NA, ICAO\/IATA Class, IMDG Class, TDG class, Proper shipping name, Rat oral LD50, Mouse oral LD50, Rabbit dermal LD50, Inhalation rat, LC50, Skin irritation, Eye irritation (human), Carcinogenicity, Teratogenicity, Mutagenicity, and TLV - TWA 8h (ACGIH, NIOSH, OSHA).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcological properties section contains data on Biological Oxygen Demand, Theoretical Oxygen Demand, Biodegradation probability, Aquatic toxicity LC50 (rainbow trout, bluegill sunfish, fathead minnow, daphnia magna), and Partition coefficients (log Koc, log Kow).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse \u0026amp; performance section contains information on Manufacturer, Outstanding properties, Recommended for general applications, Recommended for polymers, Recommended for products, Features \u0026amp; benefits, Recommended processing method, Recommended mold material, Additive type, Additive application method, Recommended dosage, Post-processing, Food law approvals, Coefficient of friction at 1000 ppm, Release force, and Davies scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3rd edition contains additives included in the 2nd edition if they are still in production, but their manufacturers have modified their properties (and frequently applied applications). These changes have been fully implemented in this edition. Two new sections were added in Chapters 3 and 5. This edition contains information updated to the status of knowledge in 2025. Also, outdated additives were removed, and new additives were added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDatabook of Antiblocking, Release, and Slip Additives is best used with its companion book entitled Handbook of Antiblocking, Release, and Slip Additives. The information in both books is not repeated but complements each other, giving source of data and scientific knowledge on how to best apply these additives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2 Information on data fields\u003cbr\u003e3 Antiblocking agents - Inorganic - Calcium carbonate\u003cbr\u003e4 Antiblocking agents - Inorganic - Synthetic silica \u003cbr\u003e5 Antiblocking agents - Inorganic - Synthetic clay (laponite)\u003cbr\u003e6 Antiblocking agents - Inorganic - Talc\u003cbr\u003e7 Antiblocking agents - Inorganic - Other\u003cbr\u003e8 Antiblocking agents - Inorganic - Masterbatches\u003cbr\u003e9 Antiblocking agents - Organic - Microparticles\u003cbr\u003e10 Antiblocking agents - Organic - Fatty acid amides\u003cbr\u003e11 Antiblocking agents - Organic - Polymers and waxes\u003cbr\u003e12 Antiblocking agents - Organic - Other\u003cbr\u003e13 Release agents - Fluorocompounds\u003cbr\u003e14 Release agents - Silicone polymers\u003cbr\u003e15 Release agents - Other polymeric compounds\u003cbr\u003e16 Release agents - Other chemical compounds\u003cbr\u003e17 Slip agents - Acids\u003cbr\u003e18 Slip agents - Esters\u003cbr\u003e19 Slip agents - Fatty acid amides\u003cbr\u003e20 Slip agents - Natural wax and its substitutes\u003cbr\u003e21 Slip agents - Salts\u003cbr\u003e22 Slip agents - Silicone polymers\u003cbr\u003e23 Slip agents - Others\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAnna Wypych, born in 1937, studied chemical engineering and polymer chemistry and obtained M. 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It contains 145 data fields to accommodate a variety of data available in source publications. The additive databook is divided into five sections: General information, Physical properties, Health and safety, Ecological properties, and Use \u0026amp; Performance, and contains any of the listed below data if they are available for a compound. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn General information section the following data are included: name, CAS #, IUPAC name, Common name, Common synonyms, Acronym, Empirical formula, Molecular weight, Chemical class, Mixture, Alkyl distribution, Primary amine concentration, Product contents, Free acid, Amine number, Moisture content, Silicone content, and Solids content.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhysical section contains data on State, Odor, Color (Gardner and Platinum-cobalt scales), Boiling point, Melting point, Freezing point, Pour point, Cloud point, Dropping point, Iodine Value, Particle hardness, Particles size, Surface area (BET), Refractive index, Specific gravity, Density, Bulk density, Vapor pressure, pH, Saponification value, Acidity, Viscosity, Kinematic viscosity, Melt index, Surface tension, Solubility in water and solvents, Thermal expansion coefficient, Heat of combustion, Specific heat, Thermal conductivity, Volatility, Coefficient of friction, Volume resistivity, Dielectric constant, and Ash contents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHealth and safety section contains data on ADR \/RID Class, Flash point, Flash Point Method, Autoignition temperature, Explosive LEL, Explosive UEL, NFPA Classification, NFPA Health, NFPA Flammability, NFPA Reactivity, WHMIS Classification, HMIS Health, HMIS Fire, HMIS Reactivity, HMIS Personal protection, OSHA Hazard Class, EINECS number, EC number, UN Risk Phrases, R, UN Safety Phrases, S, DOT Hazard Class, UN\/NA, ICAO\/IATA Class, IMDG Class, TDG class, Proper shipping name, Rat oral LD50, Mouse oral LD50, Rabbit dermal LD50, Inhalation rat, LC50, Skin irritation, Eye irritation (human), Carcinogenicity, Teratogenicity, Mutagenicity, and TLV - TWA 8h (ACGIH, NIOSH, OSHA).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEcological properties section contains data on Biological Oxygen Demand, Theoretical Oxygen Demand, Biodegradation probability, Aquatic toxicity LC50 (rainbow trout, bluegill sunfish, fathead minnow, daphnia magna), and Partition coefficients (log Koc, log Kow).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse \u0026amp; performance section contains information on Manufacturer, Outstanding properties, Recommended for general applications, Recommended for polymers, Recommended for products, Features \u0026amp; benefits, Recommended processing method, Recommended mold material, Additive type, Additive application method, Recommended dosage, Post-processing, Food law approvals, Coefficient of friction at 1000 ppm, Release force, and Davies scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 3rd edition contains additives included in the 2nd edition if they are still in production, but their manufacturers have modified their properties (and frequently applied applications). These changes have been fully implemented in this edition. Two new sections were added in Chapters 3 and 5. This edition contains information updated to the status of knowledge in 2025. Also, outdated additives were removed, and new additives were added.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDatabook of Antiblocking, Release, and Slip Additives is best used with its companion book entitled Handbook of Antiblocking, Release, and Slip Additives. The information in both books is not repeated but complements each other, giving source of data and scientific knowledge on how to best apply these additives.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2 Information on data fields\u003cbr\u003e3 Antiblocking agents - Inorganic - Calcium carbonate\u003cbr\u003e4 Antiblocking agents - Inorganic - Synthetic silica \u003cbr\u003e5 Antiblocking agents - Inorganic - Synthetic clay (laponite)\u003cbr\u003e6 Antiblocking agents - Inorganic - Talc\u003cbr\u003e7 Antiblocking agents - Inorganic - Other\u003cbr\u003e8 Antiblocking agents - Inorganic - Masterbatches\u003cbr\u003e9 Antiblocking agents - Organic - Microparticles\u003cbr\u003e10 Antiblocking agents - Organic - Fatty acid amides\u003cbr\u003e11 Antiblocking agents - Organic - Polymers and waxes\u003cbr\u003e12 Antiblocking agents - Organic - Other\u003cbr\u003e13 Release agents - Fluorocompounds\u003cbr\u003e14 Release agents - Silicone polymers\u003cbr\u003e15 Release agents - Other polymeric compounds\u003cbr\u003e16 Release agents - Other chemical compounds\u003cbr\u003e17 Slip agents - Acids\u003cbr\u003e18 Slip agents - Esters\u003cbr\u003e19 Slip agents - Fatty acid amides\u003cbr\u003e20 Slip agents - Natural wax and its substitutes\u003cbr\u003e21 Slip agents - Salts\u003cbr\u003e22 Slip agents - Silicone polymers\u003cbr\u003e23 Slip agents - Others\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eAnna Wypych, born in 1937, studied chemical engineering and polymer chemistry and obtained M. Sc. in chemical engineering in 1960. The professional expertise includes both teaching and research \u0026amp;amp; development. Anna Wypych has published 1 book (MSDS Manual), several databases, 6 scientific papers, and obtained 3 patents. She specializes in polymer additives for PVC and other polymers and evaluates their effect on health and environment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Description Author: George WypychISBN 978-1-77467-064-4 Published: Jan 2025Pages: 216+xFigures: 47Tables: 75 Summary A weathering testing manual provides guidelines and procedures for conducting weathering tests on various materials and products to simulate the effects of exposure. The methods of weathering, which are discussed in Weathering. The Testing Manual, are based on requirements of ASTM, ISO, BS,...
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The Testing Manual","handle":"weathering-the-testing-manual","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 11.0pt; line-height: 107%; font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ascii-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-hansi-theme-font: minor-latin; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-bidi; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;\"\u003e978-1-77467-064-4\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: Jan 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 216+x\u003cbr\u003eFigures: 47\u003cbr\u003eTables: 75\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eA weathering testing manual provides guidelines and procedures for conducting weathering tests on various materials and products to simulate the effects of exposure. The methods of weathering, which are discussed in Weathering. The Testing Manual, are based on requirements of ASTM, ISO, BS, Ford, GM, IEC, IEEE, MIL PV, SAE, UL, and VDA standards. These tests are particularly important for industries such as automotive, construction, coatings, electrical insulating materials, fibers, firestop materials, gaskets, geotextiles, geomembranes, glazing, inkjet inks, laminated glass, marine products, metals, paper, plastics, photovoltaic modules, pipes, printed electronic devices, roofing, rubber, sealants, solar collectors, switches,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etextiles, thermal insulation, tubing, waterproofing, wire \u0026amp; cable, and wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Weathering. The Testing Manual contains detailed information on the methods used, their differences, parameter settings, and hardware that is commercially available for performing the tests. It also includes information on sample preparation, evaluation methods, frequency of data collection, data analysis and interpretation, and reporting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eResults of testing, which are available in open literature are compared with requirements of standards for different products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis book will be published at the same time as the 7th Edition of the Handbook of Material Weathering and the Encyclopedia of Polymer Degradation. Each book has a different purpose. Handbook of Material Weathering is the monographic source of knowledge on various aspects of weathering, which has been reporting achievements in this field for the last 35 years. Weathering. The Testing Manual, as the above outline suggests, provides knowledge on testing of currently produced major commercial products. The purpose of Encyclopedia of Polymer Degradation is to outline the limitations and challenges of presently conducted weathering studies to formulate needs and directions for transition from present comparative evaluation to knowledge-based utilization of existing resources, the book aims to facilitate more effective prevention of waste and environmental pollution caused by material failures, partially caused by incomplete understanding of their properties and limitations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe three books together are powerful tools for chemists, chemical engineers, legislators, environmental chemists, university teachers, and students providing the most comprehensive knowledge on material weathering ever assembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2 Conditions of Outdoor Exposures\u003cbr\u003e2.1 Radiation\u003cbr\u003e2.2 Temperature\u003cbr\u003e2.3 Moisture and rain\u003cbr\u003e2.4 Oxygen and its forms\u003cbr\u003e2.5 Pollutant gases in the air (outdoor and indoor)\u003cbr\u003e2.6 Particulate materials and soot\u003cbr\u003e2.7 Stress\u003cbr\u003e2.8 Biological substances and colonization\u003cbr\u003e3 Measurements in Weathering Environments\u003cbr\u003e3.1 Radiation\u003cbr\u003e3.2 Sunshine duration\u003cbr\u003e3.3 Temperature \u003cbr\u003e3.4 Relative humidity\u003cbr\u003e3.5 Time of wetness\u003cbr\u003e3.6 Rain\u003cbr\u003e3.7 Pollutants\u003cbr\u003e3.7.1 Carbon dioxide \u003cbr\u003e3.7.2 Carbon monoxide\u003cbr\u003e3.7.3 Sulfur dioxide and acid rain\u003cbr\u003e3.7.4 Nitrogen oxides\u003cbr\u003e3.7.5 Ozone\u003cbr\u003e3.7.6 Particles and soot\u003cbr\u003e4 Methods of Outdoor Exposure\u003cbr\u003e4.1 Locations and their climatic peculiarities\u003cbr\u003e4.2 Preparation of the site for exposure\u003cbr\u003e4.3 Preparation of samples for exposure\u003cbr\u003e4.4 Methods of exposure according to standards\u003cbr\u003e5 Laboratory Exposures\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Radiation sources and their comparison with global spectral irradiance\u003cbr\u003e5.1.1 Radiation wavelength \u003cbr\u003e5.1.2 Irradiance\u003cbr\u003e5.2 Temperature control \u003cbr\u003e5.3 Humidity and rain control and simulation \u003cbr\u003e5.4 Other simulated parameters of exposure\u003cbr\u003e5.5 Reference materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 Standards on Weathering Parameters\u003cbr\u003e6.1 Acceleration in laboratory weathering\u003cbr\u003e6.2 Activation energy\u003cbr\u003e6.3 Activation spectrum\u003cbr\u003e6.4 Global spectral irradiance\u003cbr\u003e6.5 Marine environments\u003cbr\u003e6.6 Ozone in the atmosphere and indoors\u003cbr\u003e7 Testing Methods of Products (for each product group standardized methods are discussed and compared and examples of durability are given based on available literature)\u003cbr\u003e7.1 Adhesives\u003cbr\u003e7.2 Architectural coatings\u003cbr\u003e7.3 Artist pencils\u003cbr\u003e7.4 Automotive coatings and interior\u003cbr\u003e7.5 Bituminous coatings and materials\u003cbr\u003e7.6 Coated hardboard\u003cbr\u003e7.7 Cosmetics\u003cbr\u003e7.8 Cover materials for solar collectors\u003cbr\u003e7.9 Electrical insulating materials\u003cbr\u003e7.10 Fibers\u003cbr\u003e7.11 Firestop materials\u003cbr\u003e7.12 Gaskets\u003cbr\u003e7.13 Geosynthetics\u003cbr\u003e7.14 Glazing\u003cbr\u003e7.15 Hoses\u003cbr\u003e7.16 Inkjet inks\u003cbr\u003e7.17 Laminated glass\u003cbr\u003e7.18 Metals\u003cbr\u003e7.19 Optics and photonics\u003cbr\u003e7.20 Ozone testing\u003cbr\u003e7.21 Paints and coatings\u003cbr\u003e7.22 Polyethylene and polypropylene\u003cbr\u003e7.23 Polyethylene crosslinked\u003cbr\u003e7.24 Photodegradable plastics\u003cbr\u003e7.25 Photovoltaic modules\u003cbr\u003e7.26 Pipeline coatings\u003cbr\u003e7.27 Pipes\u003cbr\u003e7.28 Plastics\u003cbr\u003e7.29 Polish applied to painted panel\u003cbr\u003e7.30 Polymer degradation\u003cbr\u003e7.31 Polymeric films\u003cbr\u003e7.32 Pressure-sensitive tapes\u003cbr\u003e7.33 Printed electronic devices and switches\u003cbr\u003e7.34 Prints\u003cbr\u003e7.35 Road vehicles\u003cbr\u003e7.36 Roofing and waterproofing\u003cbr\u003e7.37 Rubber\u003cbr\u003e7.38 Rubber seals used in collectors\u003cbr\u003e7.39 Sealants\u003cbr\u003e7.40 Solid materials (rocks)\u003cbr\u003e7.41 Surgical implants\u003cbr\u003e7.42 Textiles\u003cbr\u003e7.43 Thermal insulation\u003cbr\u003e7.44 Thermoplastic elastomers\u003cbr\u003e7.45 Transportation coatings\u003cbr\u003e7.46 Tubing\u003cbr\u003e7.47 Wood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2024-06-12T09:47:56-04:00","created_at":"2024-06-12T09:43:36-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2025","additive","additives","adhesion","best","book","filler","fillers","methods of weathering","new","polymer","polymers","weathering"],"price":35000,"price_min":35000,"price_max":35000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":45528794464413,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":null,"requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Weathering. 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The methods of weathering, which are discussed in Weathering. The Testing Manual, are based on requirements of ASTM, ISO, BS, Ford, GM, IEC, IEEE, MIL PV, SAE, UL, and VDA standards. These tests are particularly important for industries such as automotive, construction, coatings, electrical insulating materials, fibers, firestop materials, gaskets, geotextiles, geomembranes, glazing, inkjet inks, laminated glass, marine products, metals, paper, plastics, photovoltaic modules, pipes, printed electronic devices, roofing, rubber, sealants, solar collectors, switches,\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003etextiles, thermal insulation, tubing, waterproofing, wire \u0026amp; cable, and wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe Weathering. The Testing Manual contains detailed information on the methods used, their differences, parameter settings, and hardware that is commercially available for performing the tests. It also includes information on sample preparation, evaluation methods, frequency of data collection, data analysis and interpretation, and reporting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eResults of testing, which are available in open literature are compared with requirements of standards for different products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis book will be published at the same time as the 7th Edition of the Handbook of Material Weathering and the Encyclopedia of Polymer Degradation. Each book has a different purpose. Handbook of Material Weathering is the monographic source of knowledge on various aspects of weathering, which has been reporting achievements in this field for the last 35 years. Weathering. The Testing Manual, as the above outline suggests, provides knowledge on testing of currently produced major commercial products. The purpose of Encyclopedia of Polymer Degradation is to outline the limitations and challenges of presently conducted weathering studies to formulate needs and directions for transition from present comparative evaluation to knowledge-based utilization of existing resources, the book aims to facilitate more effective prevention of waste and environmental pollution caused by material failures, partially caused by incomplete understanding of their properties and limitations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe three books together are powerful tools for chemists, chemical engineers, legislators, environmental chemists, university teachers, and students providing the most comprehensive knowledge on material weathering ever assembled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 Introduction\u003cbr\u003e2 Conditions of Outdoor Exposures\u003cbr\u003e2.1 Radiation\u003cbr\u003e2.2 Temperature\u003cbr\u003e2.3 Moisture and rain\u003cbr\u003e2.4 Oxygen and its forms\u003cbr\u003e2.5 Pollutant gases in the air (outdoor and indoor)\u003cbr\u003e2.6 Particulate materials and soot\u003cbr\u003e2.7 Stress\u003cbr\u003e2.8 Biological substances and colonization\u003cbr\u003e3 Measurements in Weathering Environments\u003cbr\u003e3.1 Radiation\u003cbr\u003e3.2 Sunshine duration\u003cbr\u003e3.3 Temperature \u003cbr\u003e3.4 Relative humidity\u003cbr\u003e3.5 Time of wetness\u003cbr\u003e3.6 Rain\u003cbr\u003e3.7 Pollutants\u003cbr\u003e3.7.1 Carbon dioxide \u003cbr\u003e3.7.2 Carbon monoxide\u003cbr\u003e3.7.3 Sulfur dioxide and acid rain\u003cbr\u003e3.7.4 Nitrogen oxides\u003cbr\u003e3.7.5 Ozone\u003cbr\u003e3.7.6 Particles and soot\u003cbr\u003e4 Methods of Outdoor Exposure\u003cbr\u003e4.1 Locations and their climatic peculiarities\u003cbr\u003e4.2 Preparation of the site for exposure\u003cbr\u003e4.3 Preparation of samples for exposure\u003cbr\u003e4.4 Methods of exposure according to standards\u003cbr\u003e5 Laboratory Exposures\u003cbr\u003e5.1 Radiation sources and their comparison with global spectral irradiance\u003cbr\u003e5.1.1 Radiation wavelength \u003cbr\u003e5.1.2 Irradiance\u003cbr\u003e5.2 Temperature control \u003cbr\u003e5.3 Humidity and rain control and simulation \u003cbr\u003e5.4 Other simulated parameters of exposure\u003cbr\u003e5.5 Reference materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 Standards on Weathering Parameters\u003cbr\u003e6.1 Acceleration in laboratory weathering\u003cbr\u003e6.2 Activation energy\u003cbr\u003e6.3 Activation spectrum\u003cbr\u003e6.4 Global spectral irradiance\u003cbr\u003e6.5 Marine environments\u003cbr\u003e6.6 Ozone in the atmosphere and indoors\u003cbr\u003e7 Testing Methods of Products (for each product group standardized methods are discussed and compared and examples of durability are given based on available literature)\u003cbr\u003e7.1 Adhesives\u003cbr\u003e7.2 Architectural coatings\u003cbr\u003e7.3 Artist pencils\u003cbr\u003e7.4 Automotive coatings and interior\u003cbr\u003e7.5 Bituminous coatings and materials\u003cbr\u003e7.6 Coated hardboard\u003cbr\u003e7.7 Cosmetics\u003cbr\u003e7.8 Cover materials for solar collectors\u003cbr\u003e7.9 Electrical insulating materials\u003cbr\u003e7.10 Fibers\u003cbr\u003e7.11 Firestop materials\u003cbr\u003e7.12 Gaskets\u003cbr\u003e7.13 Geosynthetics\u003cbr\u003e7.14 Glazing\u003cbr\u003e7.15 Hoses\u003cbr\u003e7.16 Inkjet inks\u003cbr\u003e7.17 Laminated glass\u003cbr\u003e7.18 Metals\u003cbr\u003e7.19 Optics and photonics\u003cbr\u003e7.20 Ozone testing\u003cbr\u003e7.21 Paints and coatings\u003cbr\u003e7.22 Polyethylene and polypropylene\u003cbr\u003e7.23 Polyethylene crosslinked\u003cbr\u003e7.24 Photodegradable plastics\u003cbr\u003e7.25 Photovoltaic modules\u003cbr\u003e7.26 Pipeline coatings\u003cbr\u003e7.27 Pipes\u003cbr\u003e7.28 Plastics\u003cbr\u003e7.29 Polish applied to painted panel\u003cbr\u003e7.30 Polymer degradation\u003cbr\u003e7.31 Polymeric films\u003cbr\u003e7.32 Pressure-sensitive tapes\u003cbr\u003e7.33 Printed electronic devices and switches\u003cbr\u003e7.34 Prints\u003cbr\u003e7.35 Road vehicles\u003cbr\u003e7.36 Roofing and waterproofing\u003cbr\u003e7.37 Rubber\u003cbr\u003e7.38 Rubber seals used in collectors\u003cbr\u003e7.39 Sealants\u003cbr\u003e7.40 Solid materials (rocks)\u003cbr\u003e7.41 Surgical implants\u003cbr\u003e7.42 Textiles\u003cbr\u003e7.43 Thermal insulation\u003cbr\u003e7.44 Thermoplastic elastomers\u003cbr\u003e7.45 Transportation coatings\u003cbr\u003e7.46 Tubing\u003cbr\u003e7.47 Wood\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
Description Author: George WypychISBN 978-1-77467-058-3 Published: Jan 2025Pages: 1024+xFigures: 830Tables: 66 Summary The 7th edition of the Handbook of Material Weathering is a comprehensive and systematic update of knowledge related to material weathering. It has been continuously revised and expanded to include the most recent advancements and discoveries in the field. The update is crucial...
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{"id":8325740429469,"title":"Handbook of Material Weathering 7th Edition","handle":"handbook-of-material-weathering-7th-edition","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e978-1-77467-058-3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: Jan 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 1024+x\u003cbr\u003eFigures: 830\u003cbr\u003eTables: 66\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThe 7th edition of the \u003cb\u003eHandbook of Material Weathering\u003c\/b\u003e is a comprehensive and systematic update of knowledge related to material weathering. It has been continuously revised and expanded to include the most recent advancements and discoveries in the field. The update is crucial because the field of material weathering has been evolving rapidly, with a substantial increase in research output in recent times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eSome key highlights of the 7th edition are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eExtensive Research: Over the last 35 years since the 1st edition, there has been a substantial increase in research in material weathering. Recently, more than 2000 new papers have been published yearly on polymer weathering, amounting to an average of about 40 new papers per week. This reflects the growing interest and importance of weathering studies in various industries and scientific communities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eExpanding Knowledge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003e: The rapidly growing information required for professional use in material weathering has led to the need for additional books to accommodate essential knowledge. This indicates the increasing complexity and depth of research in the field and the need to address new challenges and applications. This is addressed by two new books that are published this year in addition to the \u003cb\u003eHandbook of Material Weathering\u003c\/b\u003e, each concentrating on a separate, significant subject: \u003cb\u003eWeathering. Testing Manual\u003c\/b\u003e that concentrates on standardized and emerging test methods and \u003cb\u003eEncyclopedia of Polymer Degradation\u003c\/b\u003e that departs from the classical treatment of weathering towards chemistry-based protection of environmental impact of waste-generating, degrading materials. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eChapters and Topics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003e: The 7th edition of the Handbook contains 22 chapters that cover various aspects of material weathering. These chapters can be categorized into groups, such as theory (photophysics and photochemistry), stress factors (parameters of exposure, measurements, and climatic conditions), methods of weathering (laboratory degradation studies, sample preparation, etc.), and specific topics like weathering of polymers and products, the effect of additives, UV stabilizers, environmental stress cracking, and more. The table of contents below contains more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eGlobal Reach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003e: The \u003cb\u003eHandbook of Material Weathering\u003c\/b\u003e is utilized in more than 100 countries, emphasizing its importance and relevance on an international scale. The book is valuable for research chemists, material scientists, manufacturers, quality controllers, and students seeking to apply their knowledge to real-world materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eTimely Updates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003e: Access to the most recent information in the field is crucial, as older editions might contain outdated information or need more current advancements. Therefore, a new edition is prepared to ensure that readers have access to the most up-to-date and relevant information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eOverall, the \u003cb\u003eHandbook of Material Weathering\u003c\/b\u003e is a valuable resource for professionals and researchers involved in material science, photochemistry, and related fields. It helps bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical applications, aiding in developing durable and weather-resistant materials and products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreface\u003cbr\u003e1 Photophysics \u003cbr\u003e1.1 Nature of radiation \u003cbr\u003e1.2 Absorption of radiation by materials \u003cbr\u003e1.3 Fate and utilization of absorbed energy \u003cbr\u003e1.4 Radiative processes involving dimers \u003cbr\u003e1.5 Modeling and photophysical data \u003cbr\u003e2 Photochemistry \u003cbr\u003e2.1 Typical routes of photochemical reactions \u003cbr\u003e2.2 Photochemical reactivity and quantum yield \u003cbr\u003e2.3 Excitation of excited state \u003cbr\u003e2.4 Parameters of photochemical reactions \u003cbr\u003e2.5 Quenchers and photosensitizers \u003cbr\u003e3 Parameters of Exposure \u003cbr\u003e3.1 Radiation \u003cbr\u003e3.2 Temperature \u003cbr\u003e3.3 Water \u003cbr\u003e3.4 Atmosphere composition \u003cbr\u003e3.5 Pollutants \u003cbr\u003e3.6 Biological substances \u003cbr\u003e3.7 Water pollutants \u003cbr\u003e3.8 Stress \u003cbr\u003e3.9 Cooperative action of different parameters \u003cbr\u003e4 Measurements in Assessment of Weathering Conditions \u003cbr\u003e4.1 Radiation \u003cbr\u003e4.2 Sunshine duration \u003cbr\u003e4.3 Temperature \u003cbr\u003e4.4 Relative humidity \u003cbr\u003e4.5 Time of wetness \u003cbr\u003e4.6 Rain \u003cbr\u003e4.7 Pollutants \u003cbr\u003e5 Climatic Conditions \u003cbr\u003e5.1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e5.2 Radiation \u003cbr\u003e5.3 Sunshine duration \u003cbr\u003e5.4 Temperature \u003cbr\u003e5.5 Precipitation \u003cbr\u003e5.6 Relative humidity \u003cbr\u003e5.7 Wetness time \u003cbr\u003e5.8 Pollutants \u003cbr\u003e5.9 Surface soiling \u003cbr\u003e6 Methods of Outdoor Exposure \u003cbr\u003e6.1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e6.2 Climatic conditions and degradation rate \u003cbr\u003e6.3 Variability of weather conditions and its impact on the strategy in outdoor exposures \u003cbr\u003e6.4 Influence of specimen properties \u003cbr\u003e6.5 Typical methods of outdoor exposure \u003cbr\u003e6.6 Other parameters of exposure \u003cbr\u003e6.7 Relevant Standards \u003cbr\u003e7 Laboratory Degradation Studies \u003cbr\u003e7.1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e7.2 Light sources \u003cbr\u003e7.3 Filters \u003cbr\u003e7.4 Radiation: delivery, monitoring, and control \u003cbr\u003e7.5 Temperature control \u003cbr\u003e7.6 Humidity control \u003cbr\u003e7.7 Specimen spraying \u003cbr\u003e7.8 Specimen racks and holders \u003cbr\u003e7.9 Weathering equipment \u003cbr\u003e7.10 Correlation between different devices \u003cbr\u003e7.11 Pollutants \u003cbr\u003e7.12 Precision of studies \u003cbr\u003e8 Weathering Cycles \u003cbr\u003e9 Sample Preparation \u003cbr\u003e10 Weathering Data Interpretation. Lifetime Prediction \u003cbr\u003e11 Artificial Weathering Versus Natural Exposure \u003cbr\u003e12 Effect of Weathering on Material Properties \u003cbr\u003e12.1 Mass loss \u003cbr\u003e12.2 Depth of degradation \u003cbr\u003e12.3 Mechanical properties \u003cbr\u003e12.4 Changes in color and optical properties \u003cbr\u003e12.5 Surface changes \u003cbr\u003e12.6 Molecular weight \u003cbr\u003e12.7 Chemical composition of surface and bulk \u003cbr\u003e12.8 Morphology and structure of surface layers \u003cbr\u003e12.9 Glass transition temperature \u003cbr\u003e12.10 Self-healing \u003cbr\u003e13 Testing Methods of Weathered Specimen \u003cbr\u003e13.1 Visual evaluation \u003cbr\u003e13.2 Microscopy \u003cbr\u003e13.3 Imaging techniques \u003cbr\u003e13.4 Gloss \u003cbr\u003e13.5 Color changes \u003cbr\u003e13.6 Visible Spectrophotometry \u003cbr\u003e13.7 UV spectrophotometry \u003cbr\u003e13.8 Infrared spectrophotometry \u003cbr\u003e13.9 Near-infrared spectroscopy \u003cbr\u003e13.10 Raman spectroscopy \u003cbr\u003e13.11 Nuclear magnetic resonance \u003cbr\u003e13.12 Electron spin resonance \u003cbr\u003e13.13 Mass spectrometry \u003cbr\u003e13.14 Positron annihilation lifetime spectroscopy \u003cbr\u003e13.15 Chemiluminescence, fluorescence, and phosphorescence \u003cbr\u003e13.16 Atomic absorption spectroscopy \u003cbr\u003e13.17 WAXS and SAXS \u003cbr\u003e13.18 X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, XPS \u003cbr\u003e13.19 X-ray microtomography \u003cbr\u003e13.20 Mass change \u003cbr\u003e13.21 Density \u003cbr\u003e13.22 Contact angle \u003cbr\u003e13.23 Diffusion of gasses and water transport in polymers \u003cbr\u003e13.24 Electrical properties \u003cbr\u003e13.25 Ultrasonic measurements \u003cbr\u003e13.26 Thermal analysis \u003cbr\u003e13.27 Rheological properties of materials \u003cbr\u003e13.28 Other physical parameters \u003cbr\u003e13.29 Tensile strength \u003cbr\u003e13.30 Elongation \u003cbr\u003e13.31 Flexural strength \u003cbr\u003e13.32 Impact strength \u003cbr\u003e13.33 Creep and constant strain tests \u003cbr\u003e13.34 Residual stress \u003cbr\u003e13.35 Scratch and mar resistance \u003cbr\u003e13.36 Other mechanical properties \u003cbr\u003e13.37 Surface roughness \u003cbr\u003e13.38 Molecular weight \u003cbr\u003e13.39 Gas and liquid chromatography \u003cbr\u003e13.40 Titrimetry \u003cbr\u003e13.41 Dehydrochlorination rate \u003cbr\u003e13.42 Gel fraction \u003cbr\u003e13.43 Oxygen uptake \u003cbr\u003e13.44 Water absorption, porosity \u003cbr\u003e13.45 Microorganism growth test \u003cbr\u003e13.46 Environmental stress cracking resistance \u003cbr\u003e14 Data on Specific Polymers \u003cbr\u003e14.1 Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene, ABS \u003cbr\u003e14.2 Acrylonitrile-styrene-acrylate, ASA \u003cbr\u003e14.3 Alkyd resins \u003cbr\u003e14.4 Acrylic resins \u003cbr\u003e14.5 Cellulose \u003cbr\u003e14.6 Chitosan \u003cbr\u003e14.7 Epoxy resins \u003cbr\u003e14.8 Ethylene-propylene rubber, EPR \u003cbr\u003e14.9 Ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer, EVAc \u003cbr\u003e14.10 Ethylene propylene diene monomer, EPDM \u003cbr\u003e14.11 Fluoropolymers \u003cbr\u003e14.12 Melamine resins \u003cbr\u003e14.13 Phenoxy resins \u003cbr\u003e14.14 Polyacrylamide \u003cbr\u003e14.15 Polyacrylonitrile \u003cbr\u003e14.16 Polyamides \u003cbr\u003e14.17 Polyaniline \u003cbr\u003e14.18 Polycarbonates \u003cbr\u003e14.19 Polyesters \u003cbr\u003e14.20 Polyethylene \u003cbr\u003e14.21 Polyethylene, chlorinated \u003cbr\u003e14.22 Poly(ethylene glycol) \u003cbr\u003e14.23 Polyfluorene \u003cbr\u003e14.24 Polyimides \u003cbr\u003e14.25 Poly(lactic acid) \u003cbr\u003e14.26 Polymethylmethacrylate \u003cbr\u003e14.27 Polyoxyethylene \u003cbr\u003e14.28 Polyoxymethylene \u003cbr\u003e14.29 Poly(phenylene oxide) \u003cbr\u003e14.30 Poly(phenylene sulfide) \u003cbr\u003e14.31 Poly(-phenylene terephthalamide) \u003cbr\u003e14.32 Poly(-phenylene vinylene) \u003cbr\u003e14.33 Polypropylene \u003cbr\u003e14.34 Polystyrenes \u003cbr\u003e14.35 Polysulfones \u003cbr\u003e14.36 Polytetrafluoroethylene \u003cbr\u003e14.37 Polythiophene \u003cbr\u003e14.38 Polyurethanes \u003cbr\u003e14.39 Poly(vinyl alcohol) \u003cbr\u003e14.40 Polyvinylchloride \u003cbr\u003e14.41 Poly(vinylidene fluoride) \u003cbr\u003e14.42 Poly(vinyl methyl ether) \u003cbr\u003e14.43 Styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer \u003cbr\u003e14.44 Silicones \u003cbr\u003e14.45 Polymer blends \u003cbr\u003e14.46 Rubbers \u003cbr\u003e15 Effect of Additives on Weathering \u003cbr\u003e15.1 Fillers and reinforcing fibers \u003cbr\u003e15.2 Pigments \u003cbr\u003e15.3 Plasticizers \u003cbr\u003e15.4 Solvents and diluents \u003cbr\u003e15.5 Flame retardants \u003cbr\u003e15.6 Impact modifiers \u003cbr\u003e15.7 Thermal stabilizers \u003cbr\u003e15.8 Antioxidants \u003cbr\u003e15.9 Antimicrobial additives \u003cbr\u003e15.10 Curatives, crosslinkers, initiators \u003cbr\u003e15.11 Catalysts \u003cbr\u003e15.12 Compatibilizer \u003cbr\u003e15.12 Impurities \u003cbr\u003e15.13 Summary \u003cbr\u003e16 Weathering of Compounded Products \u003cbr\u003e16.1 Adhesives \u003cbr\u003e16.2 Aerospace \u003cbr\u003e16.3 Agriculture \u003cbr\u003e16.4 Appliances \u003cbr\u003e16.5 Automotive parts \u003cbr\u003e16.6 Automotive coatings \u003cbr\u003e16.7 Coated fabrics \u003cbr\u003e16.8 Coil-coated materials \u003cbr\u003e16.9 Composites \u003cbr\u003e16.10 Concrete \u003cbr\u003e16.11 Conservation \u003cbr\u003e16.12 Construction materials \u003cbr\u003e16.13 Cosmetics \u003cbr\u003e16.14 Dental materials \u003cbr\u003e16.15 Electronics and electrical materials \u003cbr\u003e16.16 Environmental pollutants \u003cbr\u003e16.17 Foams \u003cbr\u003e16.18 Food \u003cbr\u003e16.19 Gel coats \u003cbr\u003e16.20 Geosynthetics \u003cbr\u003e16.21 Glass and glazing materials \u003cbr\u003e16.22 Greenhouse film \u003cbr\u003e16.23 Hair \u003cbr\u003e16.24 Laminates \u003cbr\u003e16.25 Medical equipment and supplies \u003cbr\u003e16.26 Military applications \u003cbr\u003e16.27 Molded materials \u003cbr\u003e16.28 Packaging materials \u003cbr\u003e16.29 Paints and coatings \u003cbr\u003e16.30 Pavements \u003cbr\u003e16.31 Pharmaceutical products \u003cbr\u003e16.32 Pipes and tubing \u003cbr\u003e16.33 Pulp and paper \u003cbr\u003e16.34 Roofing materials \u003cbr\u003e16.35 Sealants \u003cbr\u003e16.36 Sheet \u003cbr\u003e16.37 Siding \u003cbr\u003e16.38 Solar cells and collectors \u003cbr\u003e16.39 Textiles \u003cbr\u003e16.40 Windows \u003cbr\u003e16.41 Wire and cable \u003cbr\u003e16.42 Wood \u003cbr\u003e17 Stabilization and Stabilizers \u003cbr\u003e17.1 Limiting the incoming radiation \u003cbr\u003e17.2 Deactivation of excited states and free radicals \u003cbr\u003e17.3 Elimination of singlet oxygen, peroxide decomposition, and limiting oxidative changes \u003cbr\u003e17.4 Defect removal \u003cbr\u003e17.5 Stability of UV stabilizers \u003cbr\u003e17.6 Distribution of UV absorber \u003cbr\u003e17.7 Stabilizer entrapment and interaction \u003cbr\u003e17.8 Protective coatings \u003cbr\u003e17.9 Examples of stabilization technology \u003cbr\u003e18 Biodegradation \u003cbr\u003e18.1 Biodegradation environment \u003cbr\u003e18.2 Enzymatic reactions \u003cbr\u003e18.3 Biodegradation of materials \u003cbr\u003e18.4 Biocides \u003cbr\u003e18.5 Methods of testing \u003cbr\u003e18.6 Controlled biodegradation \u003cbr\u003e19 Recycling \u003cbr\u003e19.1 Effect of degradation on recycling \u003cbr\u003e19.2 Re-stabilization of material for recycling \u003cbr\u003e19.3 Multilayer materials \u003cbr\u003e19.4 Removable paint \u003cbr\u003e19.5 Chemical recycling \u003cbr\u003e20 Environmental Stress Cracking \u003cbr\u003e20.1 Definitions \u003cbr\u003e20.2 Parameters controlling ESC \u003cbr\u003e20.3 Mechanisms of environmental stress cracking \u003cbr\u003e20.4 Kinetics of environmental stress cracking \u003cbr\u003e20.5 Effect of ESC on material durability \u003cbr\u003e20.6 Methods of testing \u003cbr\u003e21 Interrelation Between Corrosion and Weathering \u003cbr\u003e22 Weathering of Stones \u003cbr\u003eIndex \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2024-06-12T09:42:22-04:00","created_at":"2024-06-12T09:34:49-04:00","vendor":"Chemtec Publishing","type":"Book","tags":["2025","additive","additives","adhesion","best","book","filler","fillers","methods of weathering","new","polymer","polymers","weathering"],"price":40000,"price_min":40000,"price_max":40000,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":45528733253789,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":null,"requires_shipping":true,"taxable":false,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Handbook of Material Weathering 7th Edition","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":40000,"weight":1000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_quantity":0,"inventory_management":null,"inventory_policy":"continue","barcode":"978-1-77467-058-3","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[],"quantity_rule":{"min":1,"max":null,"increment":1}}],"images":["\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670583-Case_137bd831-26b8-4035-ac2a-5b74baaad589.jpg?v=1718199666"],"featured_image":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670583-Case_137bd831-26b8-4035-ac2a-5b74baaad589.jpg?v=1718199666","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":null,"id":29565566976157,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.713,"height":450,"width":321,"src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670583-Case_137bd831-26b8-4035-ac2a-5b74baaad589.jpg?v=1718199666"},"aspect_ratio":0.713,"height":450,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/chemtec.org\/cdn\/shop\/files\/9781774670583-Case_137bd831-26b8-4035-ac2a-5b74baaad589.jpg?v=1718199666","width":321}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthor: George Wypych\u003cbr\u003eISBN \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e978-1-77467-058-3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePublished: Jan 2025\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePages: 1024+x\u003cbr\u003eFigures: 830\u003cbr\u003eTables: 66\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eSummary\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eThe 7th edition of the \u003cb\u003eHandbook of Material Weathering\u003c\/b\u003e is a comprehensive and systematic update of knowledge related to material weathering. It has been continuously revised and expanded to include the most recent advancements and discoveries in the field. The update is crucial because the field of material weathering has been evolving rapidly, with a substantial increase in research output in recent times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eSome key highlights of the 7th edition are:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eExtensive Research: Over the last 35 years since the 1st edition, there has been a substantial increase in research in material weathering. Recently, more than 2000 new papers have been published yearly on polymer weathering, amounting to an average of about 40 new papers per week. This reflects the growing interest and importance of weathering studies in various industries and scientific communities\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eExpanding Knowledge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003e: The rapidly growing information required for professional use in material weathering has led to the need for additional books to accommodate essential knowledge. This indicates the increasing complexity and depth of research in the field and the need to address new challenges and applications. This is addressed by two new books that are published this year in addition to the \u003cb\u003eHandbook of Material Weathering\u003c\/b\u003e, each concentrating on a separate, significant subject: \u003cb\u003eWeathering. Testing Manual\u003c\/b\u003e that concentrates on standardized and emerging test methods and \u003cb\u003eEncyclopedia of Polymer Degradation\u003c\/b\u003e that departs from the classical treatment of weathering towards chemistry-based protection of environmental impact of waste-generating, degrading materials. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eChapters and Topics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003e: The 7th edition of the Handbook contains 22 chapters that cover various aspects of material weathering. These chapters can be categorized into groups, such as theory (photophysics and photochemistry), stress factors (parameters of exposure, measurements, and climatic conditions), methods of weathering (laboratory degradation studies, sample preparation, etc.), and specific topics like weathering of polymers and products, the effect of additives, UV stabilizers, environmental stress cracking, and more. The table of contents below contains more details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eGlobal Reach\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003e: The \u003cb\u003eHandbook of Material Weathering\u003c\/b\u003e is utilized in more than 100 countries, emphasizing its importance and relevance on an international scale. The book is valuable for research chemists, material scientists, manufacturers, quality controllers, and students seeking to apply their knowledge to real-world materials.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eTimely Updates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003e: Access to the most recent information in the field is crucial, as older editions might contain outdated information or need more current advancements. Therefore, a new edition is prepared to ensure that readers have access to the most up-to-date and relevant information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNoSpacing\"\u003e\u003cspan lang=\"EN-CA\"\u003eOverall, the \u003cb\u003eHandbook of Material Weathering\u003c\/b\u003e is a valuable resource for professionals and researchers involved in material science, photochemistry, and related fields. It helps bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical applications, aiding in developing durable and weather-resistant materials and products.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eTable of Contents\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePreface\u003cbr\u003e1 Photophysics \u003cbr\u003e1.1 Nature of radiation \u003cbr\u003e1.2 Absorption of radiation by materials \u003cbr\u003e1.3 Fate and utilization of absorbed energy \u003cbr\u003e1.4 Radiative processes involving dimers \u003cbr\u003e1.5 Modeling and photophysical data \u003cbr\u003e2 Photochemistry \u003cbr\u003e2.1 Typical routes of photochemical reactions \u003cbr\u003e2.2 Photochemical reactivity and quantum yield \u003cbr\u003e2.3 Excitation of excited state \u003cbr\u003e2.4 Parameters of photochemical reactions \u003cbr\u003e2.5 Quenchers and photosensitizers \u003cbr\u003e3 Parameters of Exposure \u003cbr\u003e3.1 Radiation \u003cbr\u003e3.2 Temperature \u003cbr\u003e3.3 Water \u003cbr\u003e3.4 Atmosphere composition \u003cbr\u003e3.5 Pollutants \u003cbr\u003e3.6 Biological substances \u003cbr\u003e3.7 Water pollutants \u003cbr\u003e3.8 Stress \u003cbr\u003e3.9 Cooperative action of different parameters \u003cbr\u003e4 Measurements in Assessment of Weathering Conditions \u003cbr\u003e4.1 Radiation \u003cbr\u003e4.2 Sunshine duration \u003cbr\u003e4.3 Temperature \u003cbr\u003e4.4 Relative humidity \u003cbr\u003e4.5 Time of wetness \u003cbr\u003e4.6 Rain \u003cbr\u003e4.7 Pollutants \u003cbr\u003e5 Climatic Conditions \u003cbr\u003e5.1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e5.2 Radiation \u003cbr\u003e5.3 Sunshine duration \u003cbr\u003e5.4 Temperature \u003cbr\u003e5.5 Precipitation \u003cbr\u003e5.6 Relative humidity \u003cbr\u003e5.7 Wetness time \u003cbr\u003e5.8 Pollutants \u003cbr\u003e5.9 Surface soiling \u003cbr\u003e6 Methods of Outdoor Exposure \u003cbr\u003e6.1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e6.2 Climatic conditions and degradation rate \u003cbr\u003e6.3 Variability of weather conditions and its impact on the strategy in outdoor exposures \u003cbr\u003e6.4 Influence of specimen properties \u003cbr\u003e6.5 Typical methods of outdoor exposure \u003cbr\u003e6.6 Other parameters of exposure \u003cbr\u003e6.7 Relevant Standards \u003cbr\u003e7 Laboratory Degradation Studies \u003cbr\u003e7.1 Introduction \u003cbr\u003e7.2 Light sources \u003cbr\u003e7.3 Filters \u003cbr\u003e7.4 Radiation: delivery, monitoring, and control \u003cbr\u003e7.5 Temperature control \u003cbr\u003e7.6 Humidity control \u003cbr\u003e7.7 Specimen spraying \u003cbr\u003e7.8 Specimen racks and holders \u003cbr\u003e7.9 Weathering equipment \u003cbr\u003e7.10 Correlation between different devices \u003cbr\u003e7.11 Pollutants \u003cbr\u003e7.12 Precision of studies \u003cbr\u003e8 Weathering Cycles \u003cbr\u003e9 Sample Preparation \u003cbr\u003e10 Weathering Data Interpretation. Lifetime Prediction \u003cbr\u003e11 Artificial Weathering Versus Natural Exposure \u003cbr\u003e12 Effect of Weathering on Material Properties \u003cbr\u003e12.1 Mass loss \u003cbr\u003e12.2 Depth of degradation \u003cbr\u003e12.3 Mechanical properties \u003cbr\u003e12.4 Changes in color and optical properties \u003cbr\u003e12.5 Surface changes \u003cbr\u003e12.6 Molecular weight \u003cbr\u003e12.7 Chemical composition of surface and bulk \u003cbr\u003e12.8 Morphology and structure of surface layers \u003cbr\u003e12.9 Glass transition temperature \u003cbr\u003e12.10 Self-healing \u003cbr\u003e13 Testing Methods of Weathered Specimen \u003cbr\u003e13.1 Visual evaluation \u003cbr\u003e13.2 Microscopy \u003cbr\u003e13.3 Imaging techniques \u003cbr\u003e13.4 Gloss \u003cbr\u003e13.5 Color changes \u003cbr\u003e13.6 Visible Spectrophotometry \u003cbr\u003e13.7 UV spectrophotometry \u003cbr\u003e13.8 Infrared spectrophotometry \u003cbr\u003e13.9 Near-infrared spectroscopy \u003cbr\u003e13.10 Raman spectroscopy \u003cbr\u003e13.11 Nuclear magnetic resonance \u003cbr\u003e13.12 Electron spin resonance \u003cbr\u003e13.13 Mass spectrometry \u003cbr\u003e13.14 Positron annihilation lifetime spectroscopy \u003cbr\u003e13.15 Chemiluminescence, fluorescence, and phosphorescence \u003cbr\u003e13.16 Atomic absorption spectroscopy \u003cbr\u003e13.17 WAXS and SAXS \u003cbr\u003e13.18 X-ray photoelectron spectroscopy, XPS \u003cbr\u003e13.19 X-ray microtomography \u003cbr\u003e13.20 Mass change \u003cbr\u003e13.21 Density \u003cbr\u003e13.22 Contact angle \u003cbr\u003e13.23 Diffusion of gasses and water transport in polymers \u003cbr\u003e13.24 Electrical properties \u003cbr\u003e13.25 Ultrasonic measurements \u003cbr\u003e13.26 Thermal analysis \u003cbr\u003e13.27 Rheological properties of materials \u003cbr\u003e13.28 Other physical parameters \u003cbr\u003e13.29 Tensile strength \u003cbr\u003e13.30 Elongation \u003cbr\u003e13.31 Flexural strength \u003cbr\u003e13.32 Impact strength \u003cbr\u003e13.33 Creep and constant strain tests \u003cbr\u003e13.34 Residual stress \u003cbr\u003e13.35 Scratch and mar resistance \u003cbr\u003e13.36 Other mechanical properties \u003cbr\u003e13.37 Surface roughness \u003cbr\u003e13.38 Molecular weight \u003cbr\u003e13.39 Gas and liquid chromatography \u003cbr\u003e13.40 Titrimetry \u003cbr\u003e13.41 Dehydrochlorination rate \u003cbr\u003e13.42 Gel fraction \u003cbr\u003e13.43 Oxygen uptake \u003cbr\u003e13.44 Water absorption, porosity \u003cbr\u003e13.45 Microorganism growth test \u003cbr\u003e13.46 Environmental stress cracking resistance \u003cbr\u003e14 Data on Specific Polymers \u003cbr\u003e14.1 Acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene, ABS \u003cbr\u003e14.2 Acrylonitrile-styrene-acrylate, ASA \u003cbr\u003e14.3 Alkyd resins \u003cbr\u003e14.4 Acrylic resins \u003cbr\u003e14.5 Cellulose \u003cbr\u003e14.6 Chitosan \u003cbr\u003e14.7 Epoxy resins \u003cbr\u003e14.8 Ethylene-propylene rubber, EPR \u003cbr\u003e14.9 Ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer, EVAc \u003cbr\u003e14.10 Ethylene propylene diene monomer, EPDM \u003cbr\u003e14.11 Fluoropolymers \u003cbr\u003e14.12 Melamine resins \u003cbr\u003e14.13 Phenoxy resins \u003cbr\u003e14.14 Polyacrylamide \u003cbr\u003e14.15 Polyacrylonitrile \u003cbr\u003e14.16 Polyamides \u003cbr\u003e14.17 Polyaniline \u003cbr\u003e14.18 Polycarbonates \u003cbr\u003e14.19 Polyesters \u003cbr\u003e14.20 Polyethylene \u003cbr\u003e14.21 Polyethylene, chlorinated \u003cbr\u003e14.22 Poly(ethylene glycol) \u003cbr\u003e14.23 Polyfluorene \u003cbr\u003e14.24 Polyimides \u003cbr\u003e14.25 Poly(lactic acid) \u003cbr\u003e14.26 Polymethylmethacrylate \u003cbr\u003e14.27 Polyoxyethylene \u003cbr\u003e14.28 Polyoxymethylene \u003cbr\u003e14.29 Poly(phenylene oxide) \u003cbr\u003e14.30 Poly(phenylene sulfide) \u003cbr\u003e14.31 Poly(-phenylene terephthalamide) \u003cbr\u003e14.32 Poly(-phenylene vinylene) \u003cbr\u003e14.33 Polypropylene \u003cbr\u003e14.34 Polystyrenes \u003cbr\u003e14.35 Polysulfones \u003cbr\u003e14.36 Polytetrafluoroethylene \u003cbr\u003e14.37 Polythiophene \u003cbr\u003e14.38 Polyurethanes \u003cbr\u003e14.39 Poly(vinyl alcohol) \u003cbr\u003e14.40 Polyvinylchloride \u003cbr\u003e14.41 Poly(vinylidene fluoride) \u003cbr\u003e14.42 Poly(vinyl methyl ether) \u003cbr\u003e14.43 Styrene-acrylonitrile copolymer \u003cbr\u003e14.44 Silicones \u003cbr\u003e14.45 Polymer blends \u003cbr\u003e14.46 Rubbers \u003cbr\u003e15 Effect of Additives on Weathering \u003cbr\u003e15.1 Fillers and reinforcing fibers \u003cbr\u003e15.2 Pigments \u003cbr\u003e15.3 Plasticizers \u003cbr\u003e15.4 Solvents and diluents \u003cbr\u003e15.5 Flame retardants \u003cbr\u003e15.6 Impact modifiers \u003cbr\u003e15.7 Thermal stabilizers \u003cbr\u003e15.8 Antioxidants \u003cbr\u003e15.9 Antimicrobial additives \u003cbr\u003e15.10 Curatives, crosslinkers, initiators \u003cbr\u003e15.11 Catalysts \u003cbr\u003e15.12 Compatibilizer \u003cbr\u003e15.12 Impurities \u003cbr\u003e15.13 Summary \u003cbr\u003e16 Weathering of Compounded Products \u003cbr\u003e16.1 Adhesives \u003cbr\u003e16.2 Aerospace \u003cbr\u003e16.3 Agriculture \u003cbr\u003e16.4 Appliances \u003cbr\u003e16.5 Automotive parts \u003cbr\u003e16.6 Automotive coatings \u003cbr\u003e16.7 Coated fabrics \u003cbr\u003e16.8 Coil-coated materials \u003cbr\u003e16.9 Composites \u003cbr\u003e16.10 Concrete \u003cbr\u003e16.11 Conservation \u003cbr\u003e16.12 Construction materials \u003cbr\u003e16.13 Cosmetics \u003cbr\u003e16.14 Dental materials \u003cbr\u003e16.15 Electronics and electrical materials \u003cbr\u003e16.16 Environmental pollutants \u003cbr\u003e16.17 Foams \u003cbr\u003e16.18 Food \u003cbr\u003e16.19 Gel coats \u003cbr\u003e16.20 Geosynthetics \u003cbr\u003e16.21 Glass and glazing materials \u003cbr\u003e16.22 Greenhouse film \u003cbr\u003e16.23 Hair \u003cbr\u003e16.24 Laminates \u003cbr\u003e16.25 Medical equipment and supplies \u003cbr\u003e16.26 Military applications \u003cbr\u003e16.27 Molded materials \u003cbr\u003e16.28 Packaging materials \u003cbr\u003e16.29 Paints and coatings \u003cbr\u003e16.30 Pavements \u003cbr\u003e16.31 Pharmaceutical products \u003cbr\u003e16.32 Pipes and tubing \u003cbr\u003e16.33 Pulp and paper \u003cbr\u003e16.34 Roofing materials \u003cbr\u003e16.35 Sealants \u003cbr\u003e16.36 Sheet \u003cbr\u003e16.37 Siding \u003cbr\u003e16.38 Solar cells and collectors \u003cbr\u003e16.39 Textiles \u003cbr\u003e16.40 Windows \u003cbr\u003e16.41 Wire and cable \u003cbr\u003e16.42 Wood \u003cbr\u003e17 Stabilization and Stabilizers \u003cbr\u003e17.1 Limiting the incoming radiation \u003cbr\u003e17.2 Deactivation of excited states and free radicals \u003cbr\u003e17.3 Elimination of singlet oxygen, peroxide decomposition, and limiting oxidative changes \u003cbr\u003e17.4 Defect removal \u003cbr\u003e17.5 Stability of UV stabilizers \u003cbr\u003e17.6 Distribution of UV absorber \u003cbr\u003e17.7 Stabilizer entrapment and interaction \u003cbr\u003e17.8 Protective coatings \u003cbr\u003e17.9 Examples of stabilization technology \u003cbr\u003e18 Biodegradation \u003cbr\u003e18.1 Biodegradation environment \u003cbr\u003e18.2 Enzymatic reactions \u003cbr\u003e18.3 Biodegradation of materials \u003cbr\u003e18.4 Biocides \u003cbr\u003e18.5 Methods of testing \u003cbr\u003e18.6 Controlled biodegradation \u003cbr\u003e19 Recycling \u003cbr\u003e19.1 Effect of degradation on recycling \u003cbr\u003e19.2 Re-stabilization of material for recycling \u003cbr\u003e19.3 Multilayer materials \u003cbr\u003e19.4 Removable paint \u003cbr\u003e19.5 Chemical recycling \u003cbr\u003e20 Environmental Stress Cracking \u003cbr\u003e20.1 Definitions \u003cbr\u003e20.2 Parameters controlling ESC \u003cbr\u003e20.3 Mechanisms of environmental stress cracking \u003cbr\u003e20.4 Kinetics of environmental stress cracking \u003cbr\u003e20.5 Effect of ESC on material durability \u003cbr\u003e20.6 Methods of testing \u003cbr\u003e21 Interrelation Between Corrosion and Weathering \u003cbr\u003e22 Weathering of Stones \u003cbr\u003eIndex \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAbout Author\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGeorge Wypych has PhD Eng. The professional expertise includes university teaching (full professor) and research \u0026amp; development (university and corporate). He has published 56 books (PVC Plastisols, Wroclaw University Press; Polyvinylchloride Degradation, Elsevier; Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, Elsevier; Polymer Modified Textile Materials, Wiley \u0026amp; Sons; Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and 5th Edition, ChemTec Publishing; Recycling of PVC, ChemTec Publishing; Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, Plastics Design Library, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 1. Properties 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Solvents, Vol. 2. Health \u0026amp; Environment 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antistatics, 1st and 2nd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives, 1st , 2nd and 3rd Edition, ChemTec Publishing, Industrial Solvents in Kirk-Othmer Encyclopedia of Chemical Technology (two editions), John Wiley \u0026amp; Sons, PVC Degradation \u0026amp; Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, and 4th Editions, ChemTec Publishing, The PVC Formulary, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration, and Biostabilization, 1st and 2nd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Atlas of Material Damage, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Odors in Plastic Materials, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Editions, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Solvents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Blowing and Auxiliary Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Green Solvents, ChemTec Publishing (two editions), Self-healing Products (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Adhesion Promoters (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Surface Modification Additives (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification (two editions), ChemTec Publishing, Graphene – Important Results and Applications, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Curatives and Crosslinkers, ChemTec Publishing, Chain Mobility and Progress in Medicine, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Science and Technology, Impact of Award, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Antioxidants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of UV Stabilizers (two Editions), ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Flame Retardants, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Nucleating Agents, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymers in Electronics, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Impact Modifiers, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Rheological Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Databook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Handbook of Polymer Processing Additives, ChemTec Publishing, Functional Fillers (two editions), 2 databases (Solvents Database, 1st, 2nd, 3rd Edition and Database of Antistatics 1st and 2nd Edition, both by ChemTec Publishing), and 42 scientific papers and obtained 16 patents. He specializes in PVC, polymer additives, material durability, and the development of sealants and coatings. He was included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, and Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition of services to education.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}
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