Epoxy Adhesive Formulations

CRITICAL CHEMICAL METHODS FOR INCREASING EPOXY STRENGTH, FLEXIBILITY, AND DURABILITYEpoxy properties and characteristics Techniques for improving epoxy strength, flexibility, and durability Testing and quality control guidelinesBased on a popular course sponsored by the Society of Plastics Engineers, this comprehensive text presents a variety of methods to ensure optimum epoxy performance and reliability.The book begins with the fundamentals of epoxy chemistry, then quickly moves on to topics such as: fillers, filler treatments, and surfactants. Inside the book you'll find techniques for improving flexibility, durability and strength of epoxy adhesive formulations.Complete Details on Formulating Epoxy Adhesives, Including: Chemical properties of various epoxies Testing and quality control methods Regulations and standards Optimal formulations and manufacturing processesSINGLE-SOURCE GUIDANCE ON THE FORMULATION OF EPOXY ADHESIVES: * Introduction to the Formulation of Epoxy Adhesives * Epoxy Polymer Properties * Quality Control, Tests, and Regulations * Epoxy Resins * Epoxy Curing Agents and Catalysts * Modifying Constituents * Epoxy Polymer Morphology * Property Improvements via Formulation * Formulations Based on Type of Substrate * Formulations Based on Cure or Application Methods * Formulation Based on End Use * Formulation Based on Environment * Processing of Epoxy FormulationsPetrie, Edward M. is the author of 'Epoxy Adhesive Formulations ', published 2005 under ISBN 9780071455442 and ISBN 0071455442.