Although there is some discussion of relevant theory in various sections of this text, the focus is clearly on practical applications of rubber bonding — both to itself and to other substrates. An extensive first chapter concentrates on the problem of surface preparation and its importance to long-term bond integrity.

The Handbook of Rubber Bonding draws together the expertise of a number of world authorities engaged in improving bonded products to meet the ever increasing demands placed on composites and components manufactured from rubbers bonded to metals, fabrics, fibres, and plastic substrates. In light of the effect of environmental regulations on traditional rubber bonding technology, information on the development and applications of waterborne bonding systems is presented.

From the Introduction: “...It is some forty years since a publication has been devoted solely to the subject of the bonding of rubbers to various substrates...Although from time to time manufacturers of bonding agent systems publish papers in trade journals there is generally a dearth of available information for the factory practitioner to consult. The subject matter for this present volume has been selected to cover a wide range of interests, both in terms of products and applications...”

Target Audience: Primarily intended for industrial practitioners, including technologists, process engineers, quality specialists, and plant managers and supervisors.

Table of Contents:

Substrate Preparation Methods

Rubber to Metal Bonding

Rubber to Metal and Other Substrate Bonding

Bonding Rubber to Metals with Waterborne Adhesive Systems

Rubber to Rubber Bonding

Rubber—Brass Bonding

Review of Tire Cord Adhesion

Rubber to Metal Bonding Using Metallic Coagents

Rubber to Fabric Bonding

Bonding Rubber with Cyanoacrylates

Bonding Silicone Rubber to Various Substrates

Failures in Rubber Bonding to Substrates

Index