Description
Book SynopsisGrowing interest in the formulation of pressure-sensitive adhesives as described in the first edition of this book ( Pressure-Sensitive Formulation, VSP, 2000) required a new, enlarged edition including the design of pressure-sensitive adhesives as a separate volume. Developments in the understanding of pressure sensitivity were necessary to use macromolecular chemistry for pressure-sensitive design. Such developments include polymer physics and contact mechanics. Progress in coating technology, especially in in-line coating- and synthesis, opened new ways for the design of pressure-sensitive adhesives and products as well. Actually, pressure-sensitive-products with and without adhesives compete requiring a broad variety of material formulations and the corresponding manufacturing technology.
The first volume of the book examines the theoretical aspects of pressure-sensitive design, based on macromolecular chemistry, macromolecular physics, rheology and contact mechanics.
The second volume describes the practical aspects of pressure-sensitive design and formulation, related to product application.
The advances in the various domains are described by specialists.
Trade Review... These books are written for the advanced researcher, and are excellent reference books. Highly Recommended
Adhesives & Sealants Newsletter, June 2007
Table of ContentsVolume 1, 1. Introduction, 2. Pressure-Sensitive Adhesion as a Material Property and as a Process, 3. The Role of the Design and Formulation of Pressure-Sensitive Products, 4. Principles of Pressure-Sensitive Design and Formulation, 5. General Performance of Pressure-Sensitive-Adhesives, 6. Synthesis, Properties and Application of Water-Soluble Acrylic Pressure-Sensitive Adhesives, 7. Novel Hydrocolloid Formulations, Based on Nanocomposite Concept, References, Abbreviations and Acronyms, Index
