This book focuses on the applications of aqueous polymer dispersions — an environmentally-friendly alternative to polymers dissolved in organic solvents. It starts with two chapters describing the synthesis and characterization of polymer dispersions. This introduction is followed by detailed investigations — including history, modern processes, and typical formulations and performance characteristics — of applications in a myriad of industries.

From the Preface: “Aqueous polymer dispersions are important raw materials used in a variety of industrial processes. They consist of very small polymer particles dispersed in water and appear as milky fluids. When finally processed and providing the function for which they were selected. they are barely visible...In most applications the water will be evaporated and a functional polymer remains. This can be hard or tacky, plastic or elastic, transparent or opaque...”

Target Audience: Product development engineers and managers in the paper, printing, coatings, adhesives, and allied industries; marketing and product managers concerned with aqueous polymer dispersions; and upper-level students in these fields.

Table of Contents:

Introduction

Synthesis of Polymer Dispersions

Characterization of Aqueous Polymer Dispersions

Applications in the Paper Industry

Applications for Printing Inks

Applications for Decorative and Protective Coatings

Applications for Automotive Coatings

Applications in the Adhesives and Construction Industries

Applications in the Carpet Industry

Non-Wovens Applications

Applications in the Leather Industry

Applications for Asphalt Modification

Applications of Redispersible Powders

Applications for Modification of Plastic Materials

Applications for Dipped Goods

Index