Authors: Charles E. Wilked, James W. Summers, Charles A. Daniels
Published: 2005
Number of Pages: 723
Number of Tables: 75
Number of Figures: 250
Industry experts compiled this volume full of practical information on formulations and processing for everyone involved in making PVC - from monomer manufacture to polymerization; the gamut of such additives as stabilizers, lubricants, plasticizers, impact modifiers, fillers and reinforcing agents; blends and alloys; compounding and processing; characterization; combustion resistance and weatherability; product engineering design; applications; environmental and safety; and finally the PVC industry dynamics It also updates the reader on recent innovations and current research. The unique approach of providing practical information together with a mechanistic understanding makes this book indispensable.
