Since the first Polyurethanes book was published in 1987, and updated in 1990, the world of polyurethanes has changed dramatically. This edition has been completely restructured, rewritten, and enlarged by some 50%. It provides a greater focus on the whole range of components used to produce polyurethanes, a more detailed analysis of environmental issues, and extended views on the applications of polyurethanes. The presentation is equally friendly to those with limited knowledge of chemistry and to the more chemically-minded.

From the Foreword: “...This publication first appeared as The ICI Polyurethanes Book, with a second edition in 1990. Today, under our owners since 1999, we publish The Huntsman Polyurethanes Book. The original purpose was to reflect an understadning of the production, properties and potential of polyurethanes. Our parent has changed, but the purpose of this book is the same...”

Target Audience: Any reader interested in the science, technology, or commercial aspects of polyurethanes.

Table of Contents:

Introduction to Polyurethanes

The Global Polyurethanes Market

The Life-Cycle of Polyurethanes

Product Stewardship

Isocyanates

Polyols

Outline of Polyurethane Chemistry

Blowing Agents

Catalysts

Additives

Introduction to Flexible Foams

Moulded Foams for Automotive Seating, Sound Insulation and Furniture

Slabstock Foams

Technical Foams and Applications

Introduction to Rigid Foams

Appliances

Construction

Other Construction Applications

Introduction to Elastomers

Elastomers for Footwear Applications

Thermoplastic Polyurethanes

Other Two-Component Elastomers

Introduction to Coatings, Adhesives, Sealants and Encapsulants

Coatings

Adhesives

Wood Adhesives

Sealants and Encapsulants

Introduction to Polyurethane Composites

Polyurethane Composite Technology

The Use of Polyurethane Composites in Automotive Applications

Appendices

Index