The industiral use of ultraviolet (UV) and electron beam (EB) radiation is growing rapidly and now penetrates an ever-widening range of applications, including electronics, printing, and packaging. Resources and references for seasoned professionals abound, but few effectively introduce the field to newcomers or provide fast access to specifics on how UV and EB treatment affect particular materials. Radiation Technology for Polymers does both, systematically presenting the practical aspects of using UV and EB radiation to treat polymeric materials. It covers the processing of thermoplastics and elastomers in film, sheet, and other forms, as well as coatings, paints, inks, and adhesives.

From the Preface: “...Because of the breadth of the field and the multitude of applications, the book does not go into details; this is left to publications of a much larger size and scope and to professional periodicals. Rather, it covers the essentials and points the reader toward sources of more specific or detailed information. [This book] is not intended to compete with other books on the subject, it merely complements them...”

Target Audience: Research and development chemists, engineers, and technicians; product or process designers; technical salespeople; marketing managers; and other professionals in the plastics industry.

Table of Contents:

Introduction

Producing UV and EB Energy

Ultraviolet and Electron Beam Curing Equipment

Ultraviolet Radiation Processes

Electron Beam Processes

Coating Methods Used in UV and EB Technology

Applications of UV Radiation

Applications of Electron Beam Radiation

Dosimetry and Radiometry

Safety and Hygiene

Recent Developments and Trends

Appendices

Glossary

Index