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Getting the Most out of Polypropylene, Polyethylene and TPO
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By
Michael Tolinski, Contributing Editor, Plastics Engineering magazine
Description
This book focuses on the polyolefin additives that are currently important in the plastics industry, alongside new additives of increasing
interest, such as nanofillers and environmentally sustainable materials. As much as possible, each chapter emphasizes the performance
of the additives in the polymer, and the value each relevant additive brings to polypropylene or polyethylene. Where possible, similar
additives are compared by capability and relative cost.
With major sections for each additive function, this book provides a highly
practical guide for engineers and scientists creating and using polyolefin compounds, who will find in this book a wealth of detail and
practical guidance. This unique resource will enable them to make practical decisions about the use of the various additives, fillers,
and reinforcements specific to this family of materials.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Michael Tolinski is a freelance writer and a
lecturer at the University of Michigan's College of Engineering. He is a frequent contributor to Plastics Engineering and Manufacturing
Engineering.
Audience
Molders and extruders (business managers) who want to know how additives can be used to cut costs or expand markets. Compounders who need
a quick-reference guide that covers additive types outside of their range of expertise. Material-selection engineers and designers who
need a sense of what properties are offered among a sometimes confusing collection of additives, filler, and reinforcements. Sales personnel
who need to know the basics behind the materials/products they sell. Laboratory characterization technologists who need to understand
the components of the plastics they analyze. Compounding or other technicians who want to advance their careers by gaining a better understanding
of what materials they're handling. Researchers and students that need an overview of polyolefin additives that stays within the context
of the end-use of these plastics. Purchasing agents who need to understand key terms behind the materials they purchase.
Contents
SECTION I: OVERVIEW OF POLYOLEFINS AND ADDITIVES
1 Introduction
2 Trends in polyolefin & additive use
SECTION
II: ENVIRONMENTAL RESISTANCE
3 Antioxidants and heat stabilization
4 Ultraviolet light protection & stabilization
5 Flame-retarding additives
6 Additives for modifying electrical properties
SECTION III: MECHANICAL PROPERTY ENHANCEMENT
7 Overview of fillers & fibers
8 Factors determining selection of fillers and fibers
SECTION IV: APPEARANCE ENHANCEMENT
9 Colorants
10 Nucleation and clarity
SECTION V: PROCESSING AIDS
11 Processing aids for molding
12 Processing
aids for extrusion
SECTION VI: OTHER MODIFICATIONS OF FORM AND FUNCTION
13 Reducing density: Polyolefin foams
14 Coupling, compatibilizing, recycling, and biodegradability
15 Cross-linking
16 Sterilization & radiation resistance
17 Aesthetics enhancement and surface modification
SECTION VII: CONCLUSION: INCORPORATING ADDITIVES
18 Adding Additives to
resin
References
Index
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Hardbound, 304 pages, publication date: JUL-2009
ISBN-13: 978-0-8155-2051-1
Imprint: WILLIAM ANDREW
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