Format:
Online Ressource (146 p.)
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ill.
Edition:
Online-Ausg.
ISBN:
1847351786
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9781847351784
Series Statement:
Rapra review reports. Report 160 0889-3144 v. 14, no. 4
Content:
General Introduction; Scientific Principles; Emulsion Polymerisation Processes; Latex Preparation; Latex Characterisation; Classes of Emulsion Polymers; Industrial Applications; Specialised and Potential Applications; Conclusion; Additional References; Abbreviations and Acronyms; Abstracts from the Polymer Library Database; Subject Index; Company Index
Content:
Latexes are currently under going extensive research and development as key replacement materials for many solvent-based systems. They are being used in a broad range of fields from adhesives, inks, paints, coatings, drug delivery systems, medical assay kits, gloves, paper coatings, floor polish, films, carpet backing and foam mattresses to cosmetics. Latex is also used to improve properties, for example as an impact modifier in polystyrene and to improve tensile properties in cement. Currently, more than 8 million dry metric tons of latex are produced globally each year. Natural rubber latex
Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index. - Description based on print version record
Additional Edition:
1859573819
Additional Edition:
1847351786
Additional Edition:
Erscheint auch als Druck-Ausgabe Anderson, Christopher D Emulsion polymerisation and latex applications Shawbury, U.K : Rapra Technology Ltd, c2003
Language:
English
Keywords:
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