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Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification

Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification contains information on several groups of additives and the modification processes which determine the surface properties of many m… Read more

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Description

Handbook of Surface Improvement and Modification contains information on several groups of additives and the modification processes which determine the surface properties of many materials. These additives can modify or improve scratch and mar resistance, improve gloss or flatten the surface, increase or decrease tack and inhibit staining. The mechanisms of damage, protection and property improvements are also discussed, making this an essential handbook for engineers, researchers and technicians interested in using additives to modify and improve the surface properties of materials. A companion book entitled Databook of Surface Modification Additives has also been published. It contains information and data on the additives commercially available to improve materials by the above-listed modifications. Both books do not repeat information. In this book, the focus is on the methods and mechanisms which are known to be responsible for the enhancement of material properties with the use of additives.

Key features

  • Focuses on the improvement of surface properties, with detailed coverage of the additives used, including the process of selection and examples of application
  • Presents the mechanisms of damage, protection and property improvements based on research data
  • Aids the user in formulating products that fit specific requirements and applications

Readership

Engineers, researchers and technicians in the plastics industry

Table of contents

1 Introduction2 Scratch and Mar Resistance2.1 Methods and mechanisms of protection2.2 Additives used2.3 Application data3 Gloss Enhancement3.1 Gloss perception3.2 Additives used3.3 Methods and mechanisms of gloss enhancement3.4 Durability of gloss4 Surface Matting (Flattening) 4.1 Methods and mechanisms of flattening4.2 Additives used4.3 Application data5 Tack-free Surface5.1 Methods and mechanisms of tack reduction5.2 Additives used5.3 Application data6 Tackifiers6.1 Methods and mechanisms of tack enhancement6.2 Additives used6.3 Application data7 Surface Tension and Wetting7.1 Methods and mechanisms of surface tension reduction7.2 Additives used7.3 Application data8 Easy Surface Cleaning and Stain Inhibition8.1 Methods and mechanisms of surface cleaning8.2 Additives used8.3 Application data9 Water Repelling (Hydrophobization)9.1 Methods and mechanisms of hydrophobization9.2 Additives used9.3 Application data10 Anti-cratering and Leveling10.1 Methods and mechanisms of anti-cratering and leveling10.2 Additives used10.3 Application data11 The Coefficient of Friction11.1 Methods and mechanisms of improvement of the coefficient of friction11.2 Additives used11.3 Application data

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About the author

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George Wypych

George Wypych has a Ph.D. in chemical engineering. His professional expertise includes both university teaching (full professor) and research and development. He has published 18 books, 47 scientific papers, and he has obtained 16 patents. He specializes in polymer additives, polymer processing and formulation, material durability and the development of sealants and coatings.
Affiliations and expertise
ChemTec Publishing, Ontario, Canada

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