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Handbook of Foaming and Blowing Agents, Second Edition includes the most current information on foaming technology, guiding users on the proper selection of formulation, which is highly dependent on the mechanisms of action of blowing agents and foaming agents, as well as dispersion and solubility. The book includes properties of 23 groups of blowing agents and the typical range of technical performance for each group, including general properties, physical-chemical properties, health and safety, environmental impact, and applications in different products and polymers. All information is illustrated by chemical reactions and diagrams.
Chapters in the book look at foaming mechanisms with the use of solid blowing agents, which are decomposed to the gaseous products by application of heat, production of gaseous products by chemical reaction, and foaming by gases and evaporating liquids.
List of contents
1. Introduction
2. Chemical Origin of Blowing Agents
3. Mechanisms of Action of Blowing Agents
4. Dispersion and Solubility of Blowing Agents
5. Parameters of Foaming
6. Foam Stabilization
7. Foaming Efficiency Measures
8. Morphology of Foams
9. Foaming in Different Processing Methods
10. Selection of Foaming and Blowing Agents for Different Polymers
11. Additives
12. Effect of Foaming on Physical-Mechanical Properties of Foams
13. Analytical Techniques Useful in Foaming
14. Health and Safety and Environmental Impact of Foaming Processes
About the author
George Wypych has a Ph.D. in chemical engineering. His professional expertise includes both university teaching (full professor) and research and development. He has published 18 books, 47 scientific papers, and he has obtained 16 patents. He specializes in polymer additives, polymer processing and formulation, material durability and the development of sealants and coatings.
