This completely revised second edition of the standard industry text on powder coatings offers a broad overview of the field. With an emphasis on the chemistry and film formation of thermosetting powder coatings, the book discusses the parameters that influence powder coatings properties, production and application techniques, potential future developments, improved technology, and the powder coatings market.

Coverage in this edition has been expanded to include super durable and other new resins, automotive acrylic clearcoats, radiation curing (UV and NIR), the coating of wood (MDF), and the replacement of TGIC by alternative crosslinkers. Two additional sections are devoted to additives for powder coatings and (semi) matte coatings. In addition, EMB application technology, as well as revised and new production methods, are documented in this volume. A must-have text for everyone in the powder coatings industry.

From the Preface: “...Between the publication of the 1st editoin and this 2nd edition lies a period of 13 years. In that time many changes and innovations in the powder coating world have taken place and new markets have been created. Therefore this 2nd edition will be a completely updated edition, in which [original author] Misev's text is maintained where possible, but revised and corrected for (chemical) mistakes and other positive remarks. Apart from this it is greatly expanded with new developments in chemistry and technology...”

Target Audience: Every professional involved in the powder coatings industry; also technical and manufacturing personnel in the building, domestic appliances, electrical, automotive, metal finishing, lawn and garden products, metal furnishings, and other end-use industries.

Brief Table of Contents:

Introduction

Thermoplastic Powder Coatings

Thermosetting Powder Coatings

Parameters Influencing Powder Coating Properties

Technology of Production of Powder Coatings

Powder Coatings Application Techniques

Future Developments

Index