Compounding Precipitated Silica in Elastomers: Theory and Practice (Plastics Design Library): Theory and Practice (Plastics Design Library) - Hardcover

Norman Hewitt

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0815515286 ISBN 13: 9780815515289

Publisher: William Andrew Publishing, 2007

Synopsis

This valuable guide to compounding elastomers with precipitated silica covers principles, properties, mixing, testing and formulations from a practical perspective. This handbook and reference manual will serve those who work on part design, elastomer formulation, manufacturing and applications of elastomers. Ample discussion of compound specifications adds to the usefulness of this book to practitioners. Comparisons of carbon black and silica compounds throughout the book allow readers to select the most suitable formulation for applications ranging from tires to electrical insulation to shoe soles.

The author has over forty years of experience in the rubber industry highlighted by his 39 years at the PPG Rubber Research laboratories. A highlight of the book is the inclusion of studies conducted by the author which greatly adds to the richness of the contents.

About this title

Product Description:

A guide to compounding elastomers with precipitated silica. It covers principles, properties, mixing, testing and formulations from a practical perspective. It is suitable for those who work on part design, elastomer formulation, manufacturing and applications of elastomers.

Review:

The culmination of over 60 years of experience, this handbook and reference manual will serve those who work on part design, elastomer formulation, manufacturing and applications of elastomers.

About this edition

• Publisher: William Andrew Publishing
• Publication date: 2007
• ISBN 10: 0815515286
• ISBN 13: 9780815515289
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 578