Introduction to Industrial Polymers

This edition provides an overview of industrial polymers. Materials ranging from general plastics, man-made fibers and elastomers, to blends and alloys, and functional polymers are included. Table of Contents Introduction: Basic Polymer Principles Raw Materials Production Processing Recycling Polymers: Polyolefins Olefin Copolymers Alloys and Blends Acrylics Polyvinyl Compounds Polyurethanes Ether Polymers Condensation Polymers: Polyesters Polyamides Formaldehyde Resins Special Polymers: Silicon