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2013 Publishing CATALOGUE 

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Contents: Hello and Welcome 01 

New & Forthcoming Titles (January-June 2013) 02 

2011-2012 Titles 10 

Materials 11 

Products & Applications 18 

Properties, Analysis & Testing 20 

Manufacturing, Processing & Machinery 21 

Environmental, Health & Legislation 23 

Pharmaceutical 27 

Back List Titles (2000-2010) 32 

Materials 33 

Products & Applications 46 

Properties, Analysis & Testing 52 

Manufacturing, Processing & Machinery 57 

Environmental, Health & Legislation 61 

Pharmaceutical 65 

Research Journals 66 

International Representation 69

Publications catalogue 2013 

Hello... 

Presenting the 2013 Publications 

Catalogue from Smithers Rapra 

Publishing 

With more than three decades of experience in producing scientific, 

technical and market information for the polymer, plastics 

and rubber industry we have become distinguished in this expert 

area of publishing. In more recent years, we have built up a best 

selling list of pharmaceutical titles to add our extensive range of 

polymer products. 

Some key titles to watch for in 2013 include: 

• Thermal Methods of Polymer Analysis 

• Surface Engineering of Polymeric Biomaterials 

• Innovative Graphene Technologies 

You can now access collections of Smithers Rapra eBooks 

through a dynamic new online platform. These valuable and 

convenient resources are designed to make your research and 

reading as simple as possible and are useful for practitioners, 

researchers and academics alike. 

Contact our team if you’d like to find out more: 

Europe, Asia and RoW – Steve Frier (sfrier@smithers.com) 

Americas – Brian Santos (bsantos@smithers.com) 

In the following pages, we have highlighted titles that are to be 

released in the first half of this year. We have provided details 

of all our releases from 2012 and 2011. Also listed is our 

complete backlist of titles from 2000-2010. We hope you’ll find 

something of interest and if you have any questions we’re more 

than happy to help. 

United Kingdom 

Contact: Claire Griffiths 

(: +44 (0)1939 250383 

4: +44 (0)1939 251118 

8: cgriffiths@smithers.com 

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New & Forthcoming Titles 

Practical Guide to Latex Technology 

Author 

Rani Joseph 

Latex-based technology forms a sizable fraction of natural and synthetic rubber technology and an introduction to the important 

technologies is beneficial to all practicing technical personnel. This book offers a condensed practical guidance on the 

technologies used for the production of important latex products. 

The book begins with a short history of natural rubber latex, formation in the tree and the tapping, storage and conversion of 

latex to marketable forms. It discusses preservation and concentration of natural rubber latex and the most widely used latex 

compounding ingredients. Dipping and casting techniques are discussed, as well as the technology related to foams, threads and 

adhesives. In addition, the book offers an introduction to important lattices such as styrene-co-butadiene rubber, acrylonitrile-cobutadiene, 

polychloroprene, polyvinyl chloride, and so on. Fully illustrated throughout, with photographs from actual production 

sites, this practical guide is ideal for academics, research and development managers, students of polymer technology and all 

those working in the latex industry. 

PUBLICATION DATE: JANUARY 2013 

FORMAT: PAPERBACK ISBN: 9781847355669 GB: £55 US: $90 EU: €70 

FORMAT: eBOOK ISBN: 9781847355676 GB: £55 US: $90 EU: €70 

Thermal Methods of Polymer Analysis 

Author 

T. R. Crompton 

This book reviews the various thermal methods used for the characterisation of polymer properties and composition. All these 

methods study the properties of polymers as they change with temperature. 

The methods discussed in this book are: differential photocalorimetry, differential scanning calorimetry, dielectric 

thermal analysis, differential thermal analysis, dynamic mechanical analysis, evolved gas analysis, gas chromatography, 

gas chromatography combined with mass spectrometry, mass spectrometry, microthermal analysis, thermal volatilisation, 

thermogravimetric analysis and thermomechanical analysis. 

Each technique is discussed in detail and examples of the use of each technique are also given. Each chapter has an extensive 

list of references so that the reader can follow up topics of interest. 

This book will be a useful reference for those who already use any of these thermal methods but will also be of interest to 

undergraduates and those who are just starting to use these techniques. 


FORMAT: HARDBACK ISBN: 9781847356611 GB: £125 US: $200 EU: €155 



Update on Gold Nanoparticles 

Author 

Valerio Voliani 

In the last decade, gold nanoparticles have provided a suitable platform for the development of novel and efficient diagnostic 

and therapeutic tools, which avoid the typical drawbacks of the old systems. They are biocompatible and they can be easily 

synthesised, encapsulated and functionalised with (bio)molecules. Nanoparticles produced by a wet chemistry synthesis have the 

geometry, which enables the complete control of their optical and physical properties. It is also possible to influence the targeting 

and stability/release behaviour by coating the nanoparticle surface. 

In this Update the reader can find in a single volume the methods used most often for the synthesis and coating of gold 

nanoparticles (spheres, cages, cubes, rods), the links between optical features and geometries of gold nanoparticles, and the 

novel applications in nanomedicine of gold nanoparticles determined by their geometry. One of the main objectives of this Update 

is to provide, a readily comprehensible connection in all the chapters between the geometry of gold nanoparticles and their final 

applications. Another target of this book is to provide information about efficient processes for the synthesis and the coating of 

gold nanoparticles, all of which have been directly tested by the author. 

This Update offers comprehensive information on the whole topic from the synthesis of the gold nanoparticles to their medical 

applications; this is accompanied by a complete and recent bibliography, in order to give to the readers the opportunity to 

research further the topics addressed in the book. In this way, students and researchers from academia and industry can have a 

complete picture of gold nanostructures, physicians and biologists can develop ideas and applications for the new nano-tools, 

and chemists can have a general guide to the synthesis of gold nanoparticles. This is a state-of-the-art guide for the synthesis 

and uses of gold nanoparticles. 




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Practical Guide to Flexible Polyurethane Foams 

Author 

Chris Defonseka 

Polyurethanes are one of the most versatile and exciting materials of the plastics family. Although there are many types, the 

flexible and viscoelastic foams have opened up vast possibilities, both as viable business ventures, expanding applications and 

have established themselves as an essential part of people’s daily life, replacing traditional materials over the years. 

This book imparts a sound knowledge of flexible and viscoelastic polyurethane foams from its chemistry to calculations 

and formulating methodology for quality production. The author also presents very valuable detailed information on foam 

manufacturing, based on over 40 years hands-on experience in both the local and international scenes. The detailed presentation 

of two manufacturing set-ups will greatly benefit entrepreneurs, medium volume producers and the large manufacturers. For 

the entrepreneurs, the innovative low-cost start-up, high profit, tried and tested methods will no doubt be very encouraging. The 

medium to large volume producers will find the information provided both interesting and practical to solve inherent problems of 

excess wastage, better process control and plant efficiency thus enhancing profitability. 

Due to global environmental concerns, as polyurethane chemical components move from petroleum sources to bio-based 

renewable resources, developers are facing interesting challenges. For continued profitable production, challenges facing the 

foam machinery manufacturers will be to offer cost-effective, highly-efficient and compatible machinery to producers. This book 

provides practical guidance in all aspects of flexible polyurethane foam manufacture and is an ideal information source for 

students, teachers, producers and entrepreneurs. 

PUBLICATION DATE: FEBRUARY 2013 



Practical Guide to Structures, Properties and Applications of 

Styrenic Polymers 

Styrenic polymers are among the economically most important plastics. They combine benign processing with a large variety of 

product properties - from stiff and transparent to tough and durable. The fact that styrene can be polymerized by different reaction 

mechanisms (radical, ionic and metal catalyzed) makes this line of products unique in regards to the variety of its properties and 

applications. 

The primary objective of this book is to provide a detailed understanding of structure and property relationships of styrenic 

polymers, and their specific use in various applications. By understanding basic chemistry, supermolecular assembly of blockand 

graft polymers and microscopic fracture mechanisms, the reader will be able to quickly derive macroscopic behavior and 

hence select the most suitable polymer for a given application. 

The second objective of this book is to provide a comprehensive overview about unique value propositions of styrenic polymers 

in different industries and applications. The reader will get an in-depth understanding of why specific styrenic polymers dominate 

in market segments like computer and printer housings, exterior automotive parts and the food packaging industry, and what the 

specific customer benefits of using these polymers are. 

Finally, the third objective is to provide an outlook for future product and application developments. Hence it serves not only as 

a quick reference guide for downstream industries, but also as a practical guide for students and researchers in this field of 

material science. 

Authors 

Norbert Niessner 

Daniel Wagner 




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Surface Engineering of Polymeric Biomaterials 

Author 

Todorka G. Vladkova 

Biomaterials work in contact with living matter and this gives a number of specific requirements for their surface properties, such 

as bioinertness or bioactivity, anti-biofouling, and so on. Surface engineering based on physical, chemical, physical-chemical, 

biochemical or biological principles is important for the preparation of biomaterials with the desired biocontact properties. 

This book helps the reader gain the knowledge to enable them to work in such a rapidly developing area, with a comprehensive 

list of references given for each chapter. Strategies for tailoring the biological response through the creation of biomaterial 

surfaces resistant to fouling are discussed. Methods of eliciting specific biomolecular interactions that can be further combined 

with patterning techniques to engineer adhesive areas in a non-interactive background are also covered. 

The theoretical basis of surface engineering for improvement of biocontact properties of polymeric biomaterials as well as the 

current state-of-the-art of the surface engineering of polymeric biomaterials are presented. The book also includes information 

on the most used conventional and advanced surface engineering methods. 

The book is targeted at researchers, post-doctorates, graduate students, and those already working in the field of biomaterials 

with a special interest in the creation of polymeric materials with improved biocontact properties via surface engineering. 





Characteristics and Analysis of Non-Flammable Polymers 

Author 


In recent years there has been an increasing demand for fire retardant versions of a range of plastics. Such applications are 

fire retardancy in vehicles, aircraft, manned space vehicles, marine and industrial applications such as electronics and a wide 

range of applications in the building industry including roofing and interior walls. Also in domestic applications such as furniture, 

clothes, bedding, upholstery and electrical goods. 

Fire retardancy in polymers can be achieved by either of three ways. 

Firstly there are forms of polymers, such as polytetrafluoroethylene, which are intrinsically fire retardant. 

The second type are rendered fire retardant by the inclusion of a suitable additive in the formulation. These include additives 

based on bromine, antimony, nitrogen phosphorus and silicon. An essential requirement for fire retardant polymers used in 

enclosed spaces is that they do not release any toxic products upon combustion. In this respect antinomy containing additives are 

going out of favour due to the release of toxic antimony volatiles upon combustion. 

Thirdly, introduction of intumescence into polymers by the introduction of suitable compounds is being increasingly used as a 

means of imparting fire retardancy in polymers. 

There exists a plethora of methods used to assess fire retardancy in polymers. These are discussed and summarised in this book. 

The book will be of interest not only to working in industry but also to design engineers and producers in the polymer fabrication 

industries. 

PUBLICATION DATE: MARCH 2013 





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Innovative Graphene Technologies: Developments and 

Characterisation Volume 1 

Edited by 

Atul Tiwari 

Graphene as nanomaterial has created a unique place among the existing high performance materials. Being a member of 

carbon family, the expectation from this material is high. Several thousands research papers have already explored the possible 

applications of this material. However, actual commercial application of graphene has yet to appear. 

Due to large volume of research publications that have appeared on graphene, the basic important information is hard to 

excavate. In order to collect vital information on graphene, this book is compiled in two volumes. Volume 1 is specifically meant 

for the beginners who want to understand the science and technology associated with the nanomaterial. The first objective of this 

book is to furnish detailed information on the manufacturing or syntheses of graphene and related materials in the lab without 

the need of special equipments. The chapters are written systematically so that it is easy to understand science, engineering and 

technology behind the material. 

The second objective of this book is to deliver readers the information on different techniques used to characterise graphene 

and related materials. Content of the book is carefully designed so that readers can easily understand new technologies that are 

used to investigate graphene. The book is written for large readership including young scholars and researchers from diverse 

backgrounds such as chemistry, physics, materials science, and engineering. It can be used as a textbook for both undergraduate 

and graduate students, and also as a review or reference book by researchers in the materials science, engineering and 

nanotechnology. 





Update on Paramagnetic Sensors for Polymer and Composite 

Research 

Authors 

Alexander L Kovarski 

Olga N Sorokina 

The objective of this issue is to present newer applications of paramagnetic sensors for the study of polymer materials structure, 

microreology and molecular dynamics. Paramagnetic (or spin) sensors have found wide use in structural and dynamic research 

of condensed media using the spectroscopy of electron paramagnetic resonance (EPR). Stable nitroxide radicals are the most 

exploited paramagnetic sensors which formed the basis of spin probes and labels technique well known to the experts in fields of 

chemical and biological materials science. 

With the proliferation of new materials (composites, nano-dimensional fillers) new trends in the methodology of paramagnetic 

sensors application have been outlined. This issue is devoted to these new trends in polymers and nanocomposites research. It 

observes the methods of adaptation of EPR spectroscopy of paramagnetic sensors to interface layers investigation, analysis of 

the systems containing magnetic nanoparticles, identification of composites ingredients by EPR spectra of free radicals, detection 

of the shear component of polymer materials deformation. 

The issue also presents at an accessible level the theory of EPR, the structure and properties of paramagnetic sensors - stable 

nitroxide radicals and methods of basic parameters calculation from their EPR spectra. 

The issue is intended for researchers and educators specialized in polymer material science and colloid chemistry. It also can be 

used as a practical guide on paramagnetic resonance and paramagnetic sensors application for students and postgraduates. 




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A Guide to Successful Rapid Manufacturing 

Rapid Manufacturing is seen as one of the most important emerging technologies that will drive the future manufacturing 

economy. Approximately 30% of the Rapid Manufacturing systems are installed in Europe, and the revenues generated by RM 

products and services have almost doubled in the period 2004-2009 to reach almost 1 M€. This makes RM products and services 

an already important, and with clear potential, part of the EU industry. 

The objective of the KTRM EU project is to contribute to a coherent training program that will allow the participants to improve 

the methodology and system for Rapid Manufacturing that implies design, development and manufacturing of products in 

aluminium, titanium, steel, steel and polymers on RM technologies. KTRM will develop an elearning platform and training 

materials for those working in the Manufacturing industry on Rapid Manufacturing methods. The project will use a ‘blended 

learning’ approach, offering interactive online modules and supporting ‘hard-copy’ resources. The course will have four entry 

points: processes, materials, design and business models. 

A consortium has been drawn together of European RTOs and companies bringing together a wealth of expertise and resources 

in Rapid Manfacturing. The overall impact of KTRM is to enable SME to be able to initiate the implantation and standardisation of 

the process development and to know the abilities, advantages and limitations of the designed Rapid Manufacturing methodology. 

PUBLICATION DATE: APRIL 2013 

Author 

KTRM Project 

FORMAT: HARDBACK ISBN: 9781847357687 GB: £TBC US: $TBC EU: €TBC 

FORMAT: PAPERBACK ISBN: 9781847357694 GB: £TBC US: $TBC EU: €TBC 

FORMAT: eBOOK ISBN: 9781847357700 GB: £TBC US: $TBC EU: €TBC 

Food Industry and Packaging Materials - Performance-oriented 

Guidelines for Users 

The first objective of this book is to provide detailed and comprehensible information about Quality Control (QC) in the industry. 

Different viewpoints are explained in relation to food companies, packaging producers and technical experts, including regulatory 

aspects. One of the most important steps is the comprehension of QC failures in relation to the ‘food product’ (food/packaging). 

The second objective is to provide the reader with a detailed selection of proposals about new testing methods. On the basis of 

regulatory obligations in the EU about the technological suitability of food packaging materials, a list of ‘performance-oriented’ 

guidelines is proposed. Food sectors are mentioned in relation to products, related packaging materials, known failures and 

existing quality control procedures. 

This volume is intended to be a practical guide on food packaging and QC methods and a quick reference to food operators, official 

safety inspectors, public health institutions, Certification bodies, students and researchers from the academia and the industry. 


Author 

Salvatore Parisi 




Update on Polymers for Pulmonary Drug Delivery 

Authors 

Hugh D.C. Smyth 

Jason McConville 

Ibrahim El-Sherbiny 

Pulmonary drug delivery has been a rapidly expanding field, moving from the traditional propellant based metered dose inhaler 

delivery of small asthma drugs, to a broader landscape of new devices and novel drugs for local and systemic delivery. The field 

has greatly expanded yet the tools for pulmonary drug delivery systems have not kept pace with the potential applications. One of 

the key developments has been the use of polymers to achieve better control of pulmonary drug delivery. This has the potential to 

expand the toolbox available for researchers in the field to deliver their new chemical entities successfully to the lung. 

This book reviews the use of polymers in pulmonary drug delivery, encompassing polymers from their use in devices and 

packaging, in addition to their use as excipients in formulations delivered to the airways. The book is arranged by application and 

extensively reviews the technical and patent literature. 

This is the first volume totally dedicated to polymers in pulmonary drug delivery and should be the resource of choice for those 

in the field, especially managers in the pharma/biotech industry. Naturally, the text will be of great interest to academics and 

graduate students. Finally, regulatory affiliated scientists will also find this resource invaluable. 



FORMAT: ebook ISBN: 9781847356550 GB: £80 US: $130 EU: €100 


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Update on Production of Recombinant Therapeutic Protein: 

Transient Gene Expression 

Transient gene expression (TGE) has been actively pursued over the past decade. The approach offers the advantages of short 

development time, leading to much lower development costs when compared to stable cell line development. Furthermore, the 

quality of the products 

obtained from TGE is suitable for preclinical assessment, thus speeding the “Proof of Principal” stage in which large 

biopharmaceutical companies screen multiple drug candidates prior to advancing them 

into the formal development pipeline. Due to quick turnover and low cost, TGE is used as the first step to screen expression 

strategy in terms of construction design and molecular candidates. Recent progresses in many aspects of TGE technology 

development: cell line engineering, plasmid preparation, media and additives development, procedural simplification, and 

process automation will likely contribute to realization of large scale biopharmaceutical manufacturing using TGE platforms for 

preclinical and early clinical development in the near future. 

Author 

Jianwei Zhu 



FORMAT: ebook ISBN: 9781847359773 GB: £80 US: $130 EU: €100 

Healthcare Sterilisation: Back to the Future and Scientific Wizardry 

The magic of sterilisation is more than just the inactivation of all biological organisms. It is a process without the destruction or 

damage of items, materials or polymers being processed unless for destruction of infectious entities, materials or wastes. It is an 

interdisciplinary integration of biology, chemistry, engineering, manufacturing, materials, medical, physics, quality, regulatory, and 

statistics. 

The first objective of this book is to expand the scope of sterilisation and sterility into environmental control, microbiology; and 

how product design, materials, polymers interrelate to sterilization and sterility assurance 

The second objective is to provide some wizardry on how to release processed materials and product just in time; improve 

processing and regulatory criteria; and future aspects beyond historical in house processing 

The final objective of this book is to provide to operators, operators and management of sterilisation activities and sterilizers; some 

historical background, science and technical information and training to their operators, technicians and ‘related’ professionals in 

this area (e.g., Auditors, Quality Control, Assurance, Notified Bodies and Regulators, Polymer Chemists and Engineers). 

PUBLICATION DATE: MAY 2013 

Author 

Wayne R. Rogers 




Update on Carbon Fibre 

Both environmental and economic factors have driven the development of recycling routes for the increasing amount of carbon 

fibre reinforced polymer (CFRP) waste generated. This technology update presents current status and outlook of CFRP recycling 

operations, focusing on state-of-the-art fibre reclamation and re-manufacturing processes, and on the commercialisation and 

potential applications of recycled products. It is shown that several recycling and re-manufacturing processes are reaching 

a mature stage, with implementations at commercial scales in operation, production of recycled CFRPs having competitive 

structural performances, and demonstrator components having been manufactured. The major challenges for the sound 

establishment of a CFRP recycling industry and the development of markets for the recyclates are summarised; the potential for 

introducing recycled CFRPs in structural components is discussed, and likely promising applications are investigated. 

Author 

Pratima Bajpai 




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Update on Nanofillers in Nanocomposites 

Authors 

Akbar K. Haghi 

Gennady Zaikov 

Polymer nanocomposites continue to receive wide-spread acclaim for their potential to improve composite materials beyond 

conventional macroscale fillers. Nanofillers in nanocomposites are used in a broad range of applications as a result of its ease 

of processing, low price and a combination of advantageous properties. In the last decade, nanofiller particles have prompted 

much attention and become a developing field in nanocomposites. 

The main objective of this book is to show how a particle size at nano scale offers an enormous amount of surface area and a 

great dispersion behavior. Detailed information provided to show that the use of nanofillers is very promising so as to improve 

the physical properties more effectively than conventional type of fillers. This book provides up-to-date information on recent 

advances in various aspects of modern composites reinforced by nanofillers, including their fabrication and engineering 

properties. The change in such properties can be related to the subsequent conformational changes, but there is a big 

controversy for the conformational behavior of polymer chains when perturbed by nanoparticles. 

To accomplish these tasks, this book focuses on the behavior of nanoparticles in both morphology control and reinforcement. 




Applications of Polymers in Drug Delivery 

During the past 20 years, advances in drug formulations and innovative routes of administration have been made in order to 

maximize therapeutic benefits of pharmacotherapy along with non-invasive routes for drug administrations for improved patient 

convenience. Polymers are integral part of conventional drug delivery in solid orals, in liquids, suspensions and emulsions, and 

as film coatings for various advantages i.e. modifying release characteristics of drug, flow property, stability and taste masking. 

Advances in polymer science have led to the development of several novel drug-delivery systems which made alternate routes of 

drug delivery possible apart from its traditional applications in drug delivery. 

The Handbook will explore different polymers and their applications in various routes for drug delivery including buccal, gastric, 

intestinal, payer’s patch, colon, parenteral, rectal, vaginal, nasal, pulmonary, ocular and otic applications. The handbook aims to 

provide an overview of the applications of polymers in drug delivery. Readers will be directed where necessary to appropriate 

textbooks and specialised reviews. 

Edited by 

Ambikanandan Misra 

Aliasgar Shahiwala 

PUBLICATION DATE: JUNE 2013 




Pulp Production and Processing 

Cellulose represents the most widely spread organic polymer found in nature and it was used for a long time as a raw material 

for paper, textiles, film and flexible packing material. Due to its accessibility in huge amounts by photosynthesis process as a 

renewable material, cellulose is considered at present as a chance to answer to many problems connected with sustainable 

development. This explains the great scientific interest for this compound along with a lot of preoccupations to systematize the 

accumulated information in reviews and books. This book will present the aspects of cellulose obtaining in the correleation with 

its integration in a new concept of biorefining. 

Thus usual technological steps of pulp manufacture (pulping, bleaching) will be continued with chemistry charactersitics of by 

-products and their utilization, fiber characterization for paper obtaining, cellulose derivatives and special products resulted 

in cellulose processing (beads and microspheres, micro-and nano-structures, fibers production, their antibacterial properties, 

optical functional film, and hydrogen). 

Edited by 

Valentin Popa 

PUBLICATION DATE: JUNE 2013 





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2011-2012 

Titles 

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Materials 

AddCom 2012 - First for Additives and Compounding 

Additives and compounding are the two key aspects of good plastic manufacturing, and both were brought together in this 

year’s AddCom event. Building on the long-running Addcon series of conferences organised by Smithers Rapra, and IKV’s well 

established Plastics Technology series, AddCom 2012 has been freshly researched to tackle the challenges faced by today’s 

plastics professionals. These proceedings contain all the presentations from the conference. 

Compiled by 

Smithers Rapra and 

Institute of Plastics 

Processing (IKV) 

PUBLICATION DATE: November 2012 

FORMAT: Paperback ISBN: 9781909030138 GB: £100 US: $165 EU: €125 

Advances in Nanofibre Research 

Authors 



Nanofibres are defined as fibres with diameters on the order of 100 nanometres. They can be produced by interfacial 

polymerisation and electrospinning. Nanofibres are included in garments, insulation and in energy storage. They are also used in 

medical applications, which include drug and gene delivery, artificial blood vessels, artificial organs and medical facemasks.This 

book presents some fascinating phenomena associated with the remarkable features of nanofibres in electrospinning processes 

and new progress in applications of electrospun nanofibres.It also provides an overview of structure-property relationships, 

synthesis and purification, and potential applications of electrospun nanofibres. The collection of topics in this book aims to 

reflect the diversity of recent advances in electrospun nanofibres with a broad perspective which may be useful for scientists as 

well as for graduate students and engineers. 

PUBLICATION DATE: January 2011 

FORMAT: Hardback ISBN: 9781847356031 GB: £120 US: $200 EU: €150 



Advances in Nanofibre Research Volume 2 

Authors 



Nanomaterials are the study of how materials behave when their dimensions are reduced to the nanoscale. It can also refer to 

the materials themselves that are used in nanotechnology. Materials reduced to the nanoscale can suddenly show very different 

properties compared to what they exhibit on a macroscale, enabling unique applications. The book offers scopes that have 

potential for applications in several disciplines of nano materials. Each chapter ranges from new methods to novel applications 

of existing methods to gain understanding of the material and/or structural behaviour of new and advanced systems. In view of 

the different background of the expected audience, readers are requested to focus on the main ideas, and to highlight as much 

as possible the specific advantages that arise from applying modern ideas. A chapter may therefore be motivated by the specific 

problem, but just as well by the advanced method used which may be more generally applicable.The collection of topics in this 

second volume of the book reflects the diversity of recent advances in nanofibres with a broad perspective which will be practical 

for scientists as well as graduate students and engineers. 

PUBLICATION DATE: February 2012 





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Materials 

Advances in Nanofibre Research Volume 3 

This book presents some fascinating phenomena associated with the remarkable features of nanofibres in electrospinning 

processes and new progress in applications of electrospun nanofibres.This volume offers an overview of structure-property 

relationships, synthesis and purification, and potential applications of electrospun nanofibres in composite materials. The 

collection of topics in this book aims to reflect the diversity of recent advances in electrospun nanofibres with a broad perspective 

which may be useful for scientists as well as for graduate students and engineers. 

Authors 



PUBLICATION DATE: December 2012 




Advances in Polymer Coated Textiles 

Authors 

Güneri Akovali 

Bireswar Banerjee 

A K Sen 

Dipak K Setua 

Polymer coated textiles are known as engineered composite materials at macro scale. Coating can offer significant improvements 

to the substrate, thanks to a combination of physical (such as impermeability and fabric abrasion), chemical and aesthetic 

components. The number of polymer combinations enables a wide variety of textile substrate structures and new, innovative 

applications are being introduced almost every day.The polymer coated textile industry runs in parallel with the developments 

in textile research: applications such as reactive coatings with nanoparticles (with self-cleaning, self-sterilising surfaces), 

systems with conductive polymer coatings to provide EM shielding, electronic textile systems (with body monitoring properties), 

environmental responsive systems and so forth, are already somewhat classical and are continually being developed and 

updated.Advances in Polymer Coated Textiles is an up-to-date summary of the technical textile industry, considering the passage 

from conventional to emerging technologies. It discusses the criteria for selection of coating and textile and summarises the 

manufacturing basics of the system. It explores a range of emerging technologies, including smart, intelligent and nanostructured 

applications, alongside the testing and quality control methods of such systems.This book is a must for textile and polymer 

technologists, engineers, scientists and students and all those who are interested in this interdisciplinary field. 

PUBLICATION DATE: July 2012 




Biodamage and Biodegradation of Polymeric Materials 

Authors 

Elena L. Pekhtasheva 


Anatoly N Neverov 

The issue of biodamages comprises a wide range of scientific and practical tasks associated with protection of raw materials 

and products against damage by bacteria, fungi, insects and rodents during long-term storage, production, transportation and 

operation. The first objective of this book is to provide detailed information on the three interrelated parts: bacteria and fungi (the 

source of biodamages); insects and rodents (materials and products depredators); and materials and products damaged by living 

organisms. The most modern data on morphology and physiology of biodegrading microorganisms are presented. The second 

objective of this book is to provide the reader with a systematisation of biological degradation on both natural and synthetic 

materials and products (plastics, textile, fibres, leather and fur, wood and so on). Problems of utilisation of polymeric wastes 

using microorganisms are discussed and main protection methods and technology for raw materials and semi-products against 

biodamages are shown. Practical recommendation for struggle against biodamage of materials by insects (moth, leather beetles, 

wood-fretters, cockroaches and termites) and rodents (mice and rats) are given.The final objective of this book is to illustrate 

that the problem of biodamages is very real today because it is relevant to many aspects of our everyday lives.This volume is 

intended to be a practical guide on biodamage and biodegradation of polymeric materials and a quick reference to students and 

researchers from academia and the industry. 

PUBLICATION DATE: September 2012 




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Materials 

Biotechnology in Biopolymers: Developments, Applications & 

Challenging Areas 

Edited by 

Atul Tiwari 

Ravi B Srivastava 

This comprehensive book provides up-to-date information on the developments in the field of biopolymers. The book introduces the 

reader with the progress in the field, followed by outlining its applications in different areas. Different methods and techniques 

of synthesis and characterisation are detailed as individual chapters. Various modes and mechanism of degradation of materials 

will be discussed. There is a dedicated chapter on industrially available biopolymers and their applications, as well as a chapter 

detailing the ongoing research, current trends and future challenges. Unlike other books, this book contains information that is 

useful for students who are interested in biotech and polymer research. It will also be useful for researchers involved in hightech 

research as it will provide up-to-date information available in this field. 

PUBLICATION DATE: May 2012 




Carbon Nanotube Based Composites: Processing, Properties, 

Modelling and Application 

Author 

Antonio Pantano 

Carbon nanotubes (CNTs) have amazing properties and a key way to take advantage of this is by incorporating nanotubes into 

a matrix to build composite materials. The best candidates for this task are undoubtedly polymers. Almost every characteristic 

of a polymer can be significantly enhanced by adding carbon nanotubes and as a result, new potential applications of carbon 

nanotube enhanced polymer composites are discovered every day. However, before carbon nanotube enhanced polymer 

composites become commonplace there are some tough challenges that need to be overcome. This book reviews the status of 

worldwide research in both single-walled and multi-walled carbon nanotube based composites. It serves as a practical guide on 

carbon nanotube based composites and a reference to students and researchers from the academia and industry. 





High Performance Elastomers and Polymers for Oil & Gas 2012 

Compiled by 

Smithers Rapra 

Political pressures and environmental concerns have made new oil deposits more difficult and expensive to find in recent years. 

In response to a decreasing supply of oil, the extraction of oil from new and mature reserves has called for high performance 

materials with more and more extreme service temperature ranges, increased resistance to harsh oils and chemicals and 

the ability to withstand higher pressures in down-hole environments. High performance elastomers and thermoplastics have 

been constantly evolving to meet these needs and are now found in just about everything from subsea trees, well heads and 

umbilicals to piping and chemical processing plants. Despite these advances, continued research, development and qualification 

is still required to reduce the need for costly intervention and to respond to new challenges. These proceedings cover all the 

presentations from the conference which was developed for operators, contractors, equipment and component suppliers, material 

suppliers and research organisations involved with polymers and their use in oil and gas applications. 

PUBLICATION DATE: June 2012 




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Materials 

High Performance Plastics 2011 

Compiled by 


High Performance Plastics 2011 Conference was dedicated to the advances in plastic materials that are tuned to excel even 

in harsh environments and tough service conditions. Some key driving factors for the continued growth of these materials 

include:(1) Oil and gas where the exploitation of hotter and deeper wells has necessitated the transition to new, higher 

performing plastics; (2) Aerospace, a market which has seen the proliferation of light weight composites to replace traditional 

materials like metal; and (3) Microelectronics and semi-conductor applications where reliability, longevity and ultra-low 

contamination levels are needed for example in wafer and hard drive handling operations.Other topics covered at the conference 

include: Membranes for water treatment, biomedical and fuel cell applications; Photovoltaics where extreme UV durability and 

inertness are prerequisites; Electrical insulation for defense, aerospace and nuclear related applications; and Wear resistant and 

self-lubricating materials for applications from CMP rings to gears and bearings. 

PUBLICATION DATE: April 2011 



High Performance Thermoplastics and Composites for Oil and Gas 

Applications 2011 

Compiled by 


These proceedings contain all the presentations from this international conference which focused on polymer-based materials 

and fortified composites that meet the specific needs of the oil and gas industry. The conference provided a forum for speakers 

to showcase new materials and processing technologies that will improve current application performance and open the door 

to improve or replace existing material selections.Contributions included papers from leading academic contributors who 

will describe investigation of novel high temperature resistant polymers including PPSs, PAEKs, and LCPs. In the oil and gas 

application sessions, presentations included discussion of the ever popular PEEK grades from several sources, as well as other 

important families of polymers in composite structures and alloys, including PPSs and TPUs. Papers which focus on the analysis 

of corrosion, wear and RGD on high performance materials are also included in these proceedings. 




Latex and Synthetic Polymer Dispersions 2012 

These proceedings contain all the presentations from iSmithers’ seventh international conference for the latex and emulsion 

industry. From coatings to carpets to condoms, this conference provided the essential update on the latest trends and 

developments in natural rubber latex, aqueous synthetic polymer latices, processing chemicals and additives, latex-based 

products and relevant legislation. 

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Materials 

Nanopolymers 2011 

Compiled by 


These proceedings cover all the presentations from iSmithers’ third Nanopolymers conference. All aspects of this fascinating 

and rapidly developing field were discussed, which is already beginning to impact on polymer users and researchers in most 

industry sectors. The conference updated producers and users involved in polymers, both for components and films, with the 

latest thoughts and developments which will affect them.Trends in the field of nanocomposites were covered, along with market 

data for projected products. Information on the latest developments incorporating nano-clays, carbon nanotubes and graphene 

into composites was also given.Other topics were those which use nano-based polymers for property enhancement, through 

flame retardancy, heat resistance, durability, antimicrobial activity, self-cleaning properties, conducting materials, and also those 

offering aesthetic effects.Nanotechnologies have attracted a lot of attention, but concerns have been expressed about risks and 

environmental impact. Nanopolymers 2011 featured talks on characterisation of nanocomposites, regulatory proposals and 

potential restraints, migration of the nano-component from polymers, recyclability, and the current patent landscape.Specific 

applications for nanopolymers, including nano-biopolymers, focused on their use in some key industry sectors such as transport, 

energy, and environmental applications. 





Practical Guide to High Performance Engineering Plastics 

Author 

David J. Kemmish 

High performance engineering plastics are used in a vast range of applications and environments. They are becoming 

increasingly important because of trends towards more reliable and higher performance machines and devices. This book gives 

readers a working knowledge and understanding of high performance engineering plastics. It starts with a simple, practical 

overview of key properties and principles. In each of the chapters there are sections on production chemistry, product forms, 

properties, processing and applications. There is a strong bias towards materials and concepts which are used in practice. 

The materials covered include high performance Polyethersulfones, Polyetherimides, Polyphthalamides, Polyphenylene Sulfide, 

Polyaryletherketones, Polyamideimides, Polyimides, Polybenzimidazole, Liquid Crystalline Polyesters and Perfluoropolymers. 

The reader will develop the ability to understand why materials are chosen for certain applications, why those materials have 

particular properties and how those properties can be modified. This will facilitate conversations with both materials suppliers 

and end users. It will help to identify the best and most cost effective solutions. 

PUBLICATION DATE: August 2011 




Rosin-based Chemicals and Polymers 

Edited by 

Jinwen Zhang 

Rosin is an abundantly available natural product composed of around 90% acidic and 10% neutral compounds. Rosin and its 

derivatives have long been used as tackifiers in adhesives. They have also found other niche applications in inks, varnishes, paints, 

sealing wax, some soaps, paper sizing; soldering, plasters, food additives, etc. However, many of the conventional applications 

of rosin mainly utilize the inherent physical properties in various practices.In recent years there has been a growing interest 

in using rosin acid-derivatives as building blocks in the synthesis of polyesters, polyurethanes, epoxies and curing agents. In 

addition, rosin acid derived chemicals are also used as nucleating agents, surfactants, drugs and other special applications. 

This book brings together a collection of scientific articles on recent research and development of utilizing natural chemicals 

from pine resin as feedstock for polymers and new industrial chemicals. It focuses mainly on the new use of rosin acids, but also 

covers the applications of other chemicals from tree sap such as terpinenes. This book will provide considerable material for 

researchers in both academia and industry with the latest developments in the utilization of rosin and terpinenes. 

PUBLICATION DATE: March 2012 





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Materials 

RubberChem 2010 

Compiled by 


The global economic downturn had a vast impact on the rubber chemicals sector as many customers in the allied automotive, 

building and construction and industrial equipment fields saw their businesses badly hit. However, with the world economy now 

growing and consumer confidence improving, the demand for higher performance and superior durability of rubber articles is 

driving technical product developments and innovations in the use of chemicals in rubber compounds. With experts predicting 

that the less industrialised nations of China and India will lead the economic recovery, low-price competition from Asia is likely 

to continue to impact the European rubber chemicals market. Add to this the complications of the REACH regulations, which have 

required large-scale product reformulations and it is clear to see why there is a need for continued research and development to 

respond to new challenges.The seventh international conference devoted to rubber chemicals, compounding and mixing covered 

developments in a range of rubber chemicals from accelerators, antioxidants and antiozonants to retarders and peptisers. This 

event featured representatives from some of the world’s leading companies in the rubber chemicals arena, with papers from 

Lanxess, DSM Elastomers, Dow Corning GmbH, Rhein Chemie Rheinau GmbH, Schill & Seilacher “Struktol” GmbH, and Trelleborg 

Wheel Systems. 




Silicone Elastomers 2011 

Silicone elastomers have a unique combination of properties not found with organic elastomers, such as stability over a very wide 

temperature range, good electrical properties and environmental resistance, no smell or taste, high biocompatibility, low softness 

without plasticizers, and high colourability and transparency. Despite their relatively high cost, silicone elastomers are being 

increasingly used for applications where durability and safety in use are particularly important such as; automotive, electrical 

and electronic, domestic appliances, food processing, medical devices and baby bottle teats.These proceedings cover all the 

presentations from the conference which covered the whole range of silicone elastomer materials, including high temperature 

vulcanised (HTV), room temperature vulcanised (RTV) and liquid silicone rubber (LSR). 

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Silicone elastomers have a unique combination of properties not found with organic elastomers, such as stability over a very wide 

temperature range, good electrical properties and environmental resistance, no smell or taste, high biocompatibility, low softness 

without plasticizers, and high colourability and transparency. Despite their relatively high cost, silicone elastomers are being 

increasingly used for applications where durability and safety in use are particularly important such as; automotive, electrical 

and electronic, domestic appliances, food processing, medical devices and baby bottle teats. These proceedings cover all the 

presentations from the conference which covered the whole range of silicone elastomer materials, including high temperature 

vulcanised (HTV), room temperature vulcanised (RTV) and liquid silicone rubber (LSR). 

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Materials 

Structure and Properties of Crosslinked Polymers 

Authors 

Gasan M. Magomedov 

Georgii V Kozlov 


This book gives a fresh point of view on the curing processes, structure and properties of crosslinked polymers. The general 

view is that the structure and properties of crosslinked polymers are defined by their density, this book demonstrates that the 

parameters are defined by the supermolecular (a more precisely, supersegmental structure) of the crosslinked polymers.The 

quantitative relationships of the structures/properties are obtained for these polymers. Using an epoxy polymer as a nanofiller 

for a nanocomposite is discussed and a new class of polymer is proposed. The introduction of the nanofiller gives variation in 

the mechanical properties, degree of crystallinity, gas permeability and so on. The use of these crosslinked polymers as natural 

nanocomposites is proposed. Practical methods of crosslinked polymer’s supersegmental structure regulation are considered, 

and all the changes that this gives their properties are detailed.This book will be of significance to all material scientists and 

students of material science. 





Thermoplastic Elastomers 2011 

Compiled by 


Regarded by many as Europe’s premier international conference for the thermoplastic elastomer industry, this conference 

was an ideal opportunity to hear about the latest developments from a range of exciting speakers from leading TPE producers 

to academics. These proceeding will interest material suppliers, processors and manufacturers of finished and semi-finished 

products/components as well as manufacturers considering TPEs as a replacement for vulcanised rubber. Indeed, anyone with 

an interest in TPEs wishing to gain a better understanding of the subject.These proceedings include significant presentations 

on current issues confronting the industry such as use of biomaterials in TPEs and PVC replacement. A specific session was 

scheduled to help those struggling with the impact of current legislation on TPEs. As an example of the potential for continuous 

development, which is a characteristic of TPEs, this year’s conference featured a session on new developments in one of the oldest 

TPEs - styrene block co-polymers. Other areas covered include new materials such as foams and new building blocks for TPUs. 




Update on Polylactide Based Materials 

Polylactides are aliphatic polyesters derived from lactic acid, and various derivatives thereof, and are one of the most promising 

of polymers based on starting materials available from renewable resources. Materials based on these polymers are at the 

cutting edge of progress in sustainable materials science.This book provides an overview of the latest developments in a number 

of aspects of polylactice research. Chapters cover synthesis using novel catalysts and modified monomers, new copolymers, 

blends of polylactides with other polymers, stereocomplexes and nanocomposites. The information contained therein will be of 

interest to all involved in the development of polylactides and other polymers based on sustainable resources, with discussions on 

how to modify and improve these materials to expand their capabilities even further. 

Authors 

Minna Hakkarainen 

Anna-Finne Wistrand 





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Products & Applications 

An Introduction to Conductive Polymer Composites 

Author 

iPolycond Consortium 

This book is derived from the findings of an EU-funded project.Tthe objective of the project was to develop conductive plastic 

composites that are eco-friendly, cost effective and of high added value. This was achieved through an ambitious multidisciplinary 

approach developing new, radically innovative, knowledge-based and sustainable products for protection against the effects of 

electromagnetic interference (EMI) and electrostatic discharge (ESD). 

Research was based on the compounding of engineering polymers and inherently conductive polymers (ICP) with improved 

conductivity, or hybrid systems of ICP with conductive nanotubes and other fibrous conductors. Innovative processing technologies 

specifically tailored to the new materials were also developed. The project aimed to dramatically extend the current performance 

and processability of ICP and alternative materials to enable significant replacement of metals in EMI shielding and ESD 

protection applications. 

This book will benefit plastics converters who wish to take full advantage of the potential of conductive plastic materials. 

PUBLICATION DATE: OCTOBER 2011 




Handbook of Polymers in Paper Conservation 

This book describes the latest developments in paper conservation by using polymeric materials. A short introduction on polymer 

chemistry is given to highlight the polymer characteristics and properties. The book is then dedicated to the conservative 

problems and issues in the field of paper artworks. 

This practical book identifies the importance of each type of polymer, related to its nature and properties, from the point of view 

of paper conservation. With the help of schemes and tables, the polymers are classified in terms of characteristics and final uses 

in respect to this very complex material. 

Author 

Elisabetta Princi 





Practical Guide to Green Technology for Ground Engineering 

Author 

Abrahams Mwasha 

Over the last 50 years there has been rapid development of construction techniques, analytical methods and materials for use 

in ground engineering. One of the major techniques which has been developed is soil strengthening or reinforcement whereby 

man-made elements are included within geological material to provide a stabilised mass. Various products have been developed 

for retaining systems, slope stabilisation, etc. 

More recently, environmental concerns and the focus on sustainable development have led to the examination of materials based 

on renewable resources for use in ground engineering. 

In this book, the applications of both vegetable and man-made fibres in situations where there is a requirement for short-term 

ground reinforcement are examined and discussed. The use of vegetable fibre geotextiles (VFG), particularly in erosion control 

and soil reinforcement, is covered in detail, with examples from various civil engineering applications. 

PUBLICATION DATE: SEPTEMBER 2011 



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Practical Guide to Hydrogenated Nitrile Butadiene Rubber 

Technology 

Author 

Robert Keller 

Hydrogenated Nitrile Butadiene Rubber (HNBR) is a synthetic polymer that results from the hydrogenation of Nitrile Rubber (NBR). 

It is widely known for its physical strength and retention of properties after long-term exposure to heat, oil, and chemicals. The 

unique properties attributed to it have resulted in wide adoption of HNBR in automotive, industrial, and assorted, performancedemanding 

applications. 

This Practical Guide covers everything from the manufacture of HNBR to processing in the finished part production facility. This 

book forms a complete guide for the practicing rubber formulator or process engineer dealing with HNBR technology. 

PUBLICATION DATE: MARCH 2012 




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Properties, Analysis & Testing 

Physical Testing of Plastics 

This book discusses the physical rather than the chemical examination of the properties of polymers on the basis of the type of 

equipment used, examples of the applications of these techniques are given. 

Techniques examined include thermal analysis (thermogravimetric analysis and evolved gas analysis), dynamic mechanical 

analysis and thermomechanical analysis, dielectric thermal analysis, ESR, MALDI, luminescence testing, photocalorimetry testing 

and the full range of equipment for mechanical, thermal, electrical, rheological, particle size, molecular weight. 


Author 





Practical Guide to Smoke and Combustion Products from Burning 

Polymers - Generation, Assessment and Control 

Authors 

Sergei Levchik 

Marcelo Hirschler 

Edward Weil 

This Practical Guide presents one of the most complete overviews of this important topic, covering smoke generation (including 

obscuration, toxicity, corrosivity), small and large scale smoke assessment, regulation of smoke, and methods of controlling smoke 

by plastics formulation. In particular this book focuses on the assessment of fire hazard and fire risks from combustion products 

and is an important book for plastics processors, regulatory personnel, and fire research and safety engineers. 

This book presents a state of the art overview of smoke formation from natural and synthetic polymeric materials. Also presented 

is a discussion on why different commercial polymers have different intrinsic tendencies to generate smoke and ways in which 

smoke generation can be assessed. Mechanisms and general approaches for decreasing smoke formation are examined. 

This book also gives an overview of flammability tests for measuring smoke formation. In particular, the criticality of assessing 

smoke formation in realistic scale is discussed. An overview is provided of regulations, codes and standards for critical 

application of polymeric materials where smoke generation is controlled. Common commercial approaches to decrease smoke 

formation in specific polymer systems and for specific applications are also presented. Finally, a balanced opinion on the 

controversial issue of smoke and associated combustion gases is given. 





Thermal Stability of Polymers 

Author 


In recent years numerous research papers have been published on the changes in chemical structure and in physical properties of 

polymers when they are exposed to heat over a range of temperatures. For example, these changes can occur at any time during the 

injection moulding of the plastic, in the subsequent processing and in its end-use application when exposed to elevated temperatures. 

Thermal stability is a very important parameter which must be taken into account when selecting polymers whether for their use as 

constructional or engineering applications or in the packaging of food at high temperatures. 

The mechanisms by which such changes occur are many and it is important to know what these are and to be able to measure 

the rate of change of polymer structure and its dependence on temperature and time. Development of an understanding of the 

mechanisms of thermal degradation will help the chemist to develop materials with better thermal stability. This is particularly 

important in newer developments in engineering and aerospace. 

This book reviews in nine chapters the measurement of these properties in the main types of polymers in use today. Numerous 

techniques are discussed ranging from thermogravimetric analysis, differential scanning calorimetry, infrared and nuclear magnetic 

resonance based methods to pyrolytic techniques such as those based on pyrolysis, gas chromatography and mass spectrometry. 

The book is aimed at those engaged in the manufacture of polymers and the development of end-use applications. It is essential 

that students of polymer science should have a thorough understanding of polymer stability and an additional aim of the book is to 

help in the development of such an interest. 





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Manufacturing, Processing & Machinery 

Blowing Agents & Foaming Processes 2012 

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These proceedings contain all the presentations from this conference which is now in its fourteenth consecutive year. As the only 

conference tailored to the specific needs of the polymeric foam industry, this event provided a forum for speakers to showcase 

new materials and processing technologies that will improve current application performance and benefit from improving or 

replacing existing material and process selections. 

As raw material costs still continue to pose a significant economic challenge to manufacturers in high volume markets, end-users 

are increasingly sourcing novel materials that represent cost-effective alternatives to traditional choices. This conference was 

an opportunity for companies using or considering using expansion processes. For many, foamed substrates can offer the answer 

to these ever spiralling expenses as blowing agents and blowing gases are excellent “fillers” and have the dual benefits of saving 

material and reducing weight (which in turn reduces transportation costs). 

Today there are numerous solutions on offer - new methods, resins, technology, processes and additives and it seems that demand 

for higher performance and lower costs is set to once again drive technical developments in polymeric foams. 




Blowing Agents and Foaming Processes 2011 

iSmithers’ Blowing Agents & Foaming Processes conference returned for the thirteenth consecutive year to highlight the 

academic and commercial developments in current and new polymeric foam applications. 

As the only conference to be tailored to the specific needs of the polymeric foam industry, this was a not-to-be-missed opportunity 

to hear the latest thinking and best practice in new materials selection and processing technologies. 

These proceedings cover all the presentations from the conference, bringing you up-to-date on how to find cost-effective 

alternatives to traditional choices by discussing the numerous solutions on offer - including new materials, resins, technology, 

processes and additives. 

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Design of Extrusion Forming Tools 

Edited by 

Olga Carneiro 

Joao Miguel Nobrega 

The design of extrusion forming tools (dies and calibrators) is a difficult task usually performed by the employment of 

experimental trial-and-error procedures, which can hinder the performance and cost of the tools, may increase the time to market 

of new extruded products and limit their complexity. 

The main objective of this book is to provide detailed information on the design of extrusion forming tools. It describes the main 

problems to be faced when designing dies and calibrators, the most relevant polymer properties to be considered in the design 

process, the specific problems related to several types of conventional extrusion dies, and recent developments on the design of 

special dies and process modeling. It will be an updated and uncommon book on the subject, where each chapter is prepared 

by internationally recognized experts. Having in mind its nature, it is expected to become a useful reference book for higher 

education students (both undergraduate and graduate ones), teachers, researchers and engineers active in the extrusion industry. 






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Practical Guide to Rotational Moulding, 2nd Edition 

Rotational moulding (also called rotomoulding or rotocasting), is a low pressure, high temperature manufacturing process that 

offers a very competitive alternative to blow moulding, thermoforming and injection moulding for the manufacture of hollow 

plastic parts. It offers designers the chance to produce relatively stress-free articles, with uniform wall thickness and potentially 

complex shapes. This second edition of the very popular Practical Guide to Rotational Moulding describes the basic aspects of 

the process and the latest state-of-the-art developments in the industry. It is completely revised and is extensively illustrated. 

This guide will be of interest both to students of polymer processing and those who work with rotational moulding equipment. 

Authors 

Roy J. Crawford 

Mark P. Kearns 




Practical Guide to Rubber Injection Moulding 

Author 

John A. Lindsay 

Many injection moulding processes produce rejects or scrap, because they depend on a number of variables. To eliminate 

waste it is necessary to learn how to recognise the variables that cause problems, and then experiment to understand their 

interdependence. This can be developed to a fine art and lead towards ‘right first time’ processing, the commercial ideal. There 

are many factors that contribute to success or failure in rubber injection moulding from the design stage of a product, through 

choosing and setting up machinery, to experimenting to find the best operating conditions. Varying any one factor, such as the 

polymer additives, can affect the ability of the equipment to adequately process the rubber. 

The book is aimed at potential customers and personnel in the injection moulding industry, and emphasises quality control, 

including working to the ISO 9001 Standard. It also highlights the need to consider the economics of operation prior to taking 

on new projects. Above all, the customer-manufacturer relationship is emphasised at all stages. The customer is encouraged to 

examine the capabilities of the manufacturer, and the manufacturer is encouraged to develop a good understanding of the exact 

requirements of the customer. This book is of value to all areas of a company, from those who purchase raw materials to those 

working in design, technology and production. It will provide a guide for automotive component buyers and should also be useful 

to a CEO or board member who is new to the industry. 




Update on Troubleshooting the PVC Extrusion Process 

Authors 

Natamai 

Subramanian 

Muralisrinivasan 

In recent years, PVC has penetrated markets once dominated by metals, it continues to grow in popularity with unique and 

dependable properties that can be used efficiently and produced economically. Because of the flexible to rigid formulations, the 

field of PVC is continually marked with technical innovations. Additives are also a part both technically and economically in the 

PVC extrusion processes. Plasticizers are the third largest global plastic additives used in PVC production. The driving forces for 

PVC extrusion comes from the extensive use of additives in a wide range of applications, increased quality requirements, the need 

of PVC products that meet increasingly rigorous quality specifications and problems relating to finished products. 

This comprehensive book contains information on a wide range of topics with the emphasis on compounding and additives but 

also gives details about the combination of woody materials with PVC to wood polymer composites (WPC). 

This Update will help the reader enhance their knowledge in PVC processing technology. R&D scientists, researchers, production 

managers, chemical engineers, and academics alike will all benefit. 




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Environmental, Health & Legislation 

A Practical Guide to Energy Management for Managers 

Author 

Energywise Consortium 

Do you know how best to manage and reduce your energy consumption 

This book gives comprehensive guidance on effective energy management for organisations in the polymer processing industry. 

This book is one of three which support the ENERGYWISE Plastics Project eLearning platform for European plastics processors to 

increase their knowledge and understanding of energy management. 

Topics covered include: 

• Understanding Energy 

• Energy Management 

• Cost of Ownership 

• Leadership and Awareness 

• Case Studies 

The other two books in this series are: Practical Guide to Energy Management for Processors and Practical Guide to Energy 

Management of Facilities and Utilities. 





A Practical Guide to Energy Management for Processors 

Author 


Do you want to reduce energy consumption when plastics processing 


This book is one of three which support the ENERGYWISE Plastics Project eLearning platform for European plastics processors to 

increase their knowledge and understanding of energy management. 


• Injection Moulding 

• Extrusion 

• Rotational Moulding 

• Compression Moulding 

• Moulds and Tooling 

• Other Processes 

The other two books in this series are: Practical Guide to Energy Management for Managers and Practical Guide to Energy 

Management of Facilities and Utilities. 






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A Practical Guide to Energy Management of Facilities and 

Utilities 

Author 


Do you know how to implement an energy management strategy for your facilities and utilities 


This book is one of three which support the ENERGYWISE Plastics Project eLearning platform for effective energy management 

of facilities and utilities by the European plastics processing industry. 


• Heating and Lighting 

• Cooling and Space Ventilation 

• Compressed Air 

• Bills and Meter Readings 

• Energy Saving in the Office 

• Motors 

The other two books in this series are: Practical Guide to Energy Management for Processors and Practical Guide to Energy 

Management for Managers. 





Endocrine Disruptors 2011 

These proceedings cover all the presentations from iSmithers’ inaugural Endocrine Disruptors 2011 conference which addressed 

key topics related to the evaluation of adverse effects on the endocrine system and corresponding regulatory requirements. 

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PUBLICATION DATE: April 2011 



Endocrine Disruptors 2012 

Following on from the highly successful inaugural 2011 conference which took place in Switzerland, Endocrine Disruptors 

2012 addressed key topics related to the evaluation of adverse effects on the endocrine system and corresponding regulatory 

requirements. These proceedings contain all the presentations from this conference which brought together experts from 

academia, government, and industry from around the globe to focus on current and future trends in testing, interpretation and 

evaluation of test results and how this relates to or influences regulatory activities. 

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Food Packaging and Food Alterations: The User-oriented 

Approach 

Author 

Salvatore Parisi 

The so-called HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) acronym is well known in the food industry in relation to the 

management of microbiological, chemical and physical risks. With relation to HACCP risks, packaging materials should be studied 

and recognised as one of key factors affecting food safety. 

HACCP studies seem to highlight the role of food productions. On the other hand, detailed information about packaging materials 

are needed. This lack of information is very evident for Official Inspectors (Hygiene and Preventive Medicine), Veterinary Auditors 

and Food Operators. Consequently, the role of food packaging is known but its implications are often difficult to be understood. 

The first objective of this title is to provide detailed and comprehensible information about packaging materials. Food Operators 

and Official Inspectors are not accustomed to understanding similar concepts (chemical and physical properties, marketing, QC 

failures). Consequently, a descriptive approach will be used to explain the world of packaging materials, differences between 

various packaging categories/subclasses and regulatory implications (REACH, BRC-IoP, etc.). 

The second objective is to provide the reader with a detailed selection of food failures and different causes: 

• The incorrect design of package materials, or 

• The incorrect storage and use of package materials, or 

• Lack of technical information, or 

• Synergetic effects (packaging & food-related causes). 

Every situation is described and analysed with the aim to provide a reliable diagnosis of the problem (microbial spreading, 

alteration of shelf-life values, unpleasant appearance, possible safety problems). 

This volume is intended as a practical guide on food packaging and HACCP implications and a quick reference to Official Safety 

Inspection bodies, students and researchers from academia and industry. 





REACH for the Polymer Industry - A Practical Guide 

Author 

Polymer REACH 

Consortium 

This book has been produced by the EU Leonardo Project called Polymer REACH. The overall objective of Polymer REACH was to 

develop an e-learning platform and training materials for the European polymer industry to learn and understand how to manage 

their obligations under the European legislation - Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH). 

This book forms part of the training materials which will complement the industry specific e-learning platform to enable the 

polymer industry to learn how to manage their obligations under REACH. The overall impact will be an increase in the knowledge 

base of the polymer industry on REACH, which will in turn help to increase competitiveness and sustainability of the sector. 

This book will be useful to anyone who works with polymers or the chemicals that are used to make polymers, whether they are 

end-users or suppliers. REACH is affecting everyone concerned with the polymer industry and this book will help them to prepare 

for the impact and consequences of the REACH legislation. 






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REACH USA 2011 

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30 November 2010 marked the deadline for chemical producers and importers to register all high volume and potentially toxic 

substances. Chemicals that have not been registered with the requisite safety information by this date are to be withdrawn from 

the market under the “no data, no market” ruling, giving the potential to cause untold chaos in chemical supply chains. Indeed, 

successes and failures from this first set of REACH registrations in 2010 are expected to impact the use of products on the EU 

market and beyond, as well as influence chemical legislation initiatives across the globe. In particular, industry and regulators 

will become engaged with Evaluation during 2011, where data submitted in registration dossiers are reviewed and potentially 

challenged. 

In 2011 customers in the EU will begin facing the knock-on requirements of registrations from 2010, changes in classification 

under the EU implementation of the Globally Harmonised System (GHS), conditions imposed by Exposure Scenarios and even ‘uses 

advised against’. Not only are there widespread concerns over the EU’s implementation of the GHS for the classification, labelling 

and packaging of substances (CLP), but 2011 also brings new obligations, such as the need to notify substances of very high 

concern (SVHC) to the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA). In the US plans to introduce the GHS will undoubtedly cause similar 

fears. 

At the same time, the next registration deadline is only 2 ½ years away. This second phase of Registration presents additional 

management hurdles, as it involves a large number of substances that may be relatively ‘data poor’ compared with substances 

registered in 2010. Companies must already begin planning, in particular with regards to budgeting for this next step in REACH. 

2011 therefore presents industry and regulators with a critical year for gaining experience with how REACH actually works 

in practice. In turn, changes in official guidance and a legislative review in 2012 offer the possibility of improvements to the 

workability of REACH. 

Whether you’re a cosmetics company, an aerospace manufacturer or a raw material supplier, REACH applies to you. These 

proceedings cover all the presentations from the conference which enveloped some of the vital lessons that have been learned, 

how the next deadlines in 2013 will affect the way you do business and what damage limitation controls can be put in place for 

2011 when many fail to meet their obligations. 




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Pharmaceutical 

Electrospinning for Advanced Biomedical Applications and 

Therapies 

Edited by 

Nuno M. Neves 

The main focus of this book is on the development of electrospun membranes for advanced biomedical technologies including 

tissue engineering and drug delivery devices. 

Serving as a reference book for the beginner this book also provides an in-depth analysis of the challenges to be overcome 

in the future. Each section of the book covers not only the developments in the various fields of application of the electrospun 

meshes, but also the advances required for the successful development of new and high-end biomedical applications. 

Important areas tackled include: 

–Biomedical applications of the technology 

–Specific aspects of equipments and materials 

–Surface characterization and functionalization 

–In vitro testing with electrospun meshes. 

In all of these areas the main achievements, challenges ahead and expert opinions are given, making this book highly unusual in 

the level of detail covered. 

PUBLICATION DATE: AUGUST 2012 




Extractables and Leachables for Pharmaceutical Products 2011 

Compiled by 


The examination of extractables and leachables from materials in contact with a drug product or the patient is growing in 

importance due to increased regulatory scrutiny from organisations such as the Food and Drugs Administration (FDA) and the 

European Medicines Agency (EMEA). Regulators are concerned with the interaction of various drug delivery devices, such as 

metered dose and dry powder inhalers (MDI and DPI) and now parenterals and ophthalmics are of increasing interest, as well as 

pharmaceutical process equipment. 

Extractables and leachables assessment of all materials and especially from elastomeric and plastic components forms an 

integral part of the submission for approval of a new drug system or medical device. It is therefore essential that any company 

involved in the supply chain - from raw material suppliers, processors, convertors to the pharmaceutical supplier - is fully aware 

of the latest developments and best practice in generating test results and data to support successful regulatory submissions to 

both the FDA and EMEA. 

These proceedings cover all the presentations from this conference which brought together the pharmaceutical supply chain to 

discuss the latest research in minimising the risks associated with extractables and leachables. 

PUBLICATION DATE: NOVEMBER 2011 




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Lipid Nanocarriers in Cancer Diagnosis and Therapy 

Edited by 

Eliana Souto 

This book introduces fundamental principles of lipid nanocarriers science relevant to cancer therapy. The first in this field, it fills 

a need for an accurate, coherent and authoritative introduction to lipid nanocarriers focusing in cancer therapy; both because 

of the growing popularity of these modern drug delivery systems and also because of the emergent need of dealing with cancer 

treatment. 

Active drug delivery and targeting using nanobiotechnologies has become one of the most successful strategies to approach 

chemotherapy. This book deals with lipid nanocarriers for targeted delivery to tumours of various organs and combination of 

these with other methods of treatment of cancer such as radiotherapy, diagnostic and imaging analysis. Lipid nanocarriers are 

also used for gene therapy for cancer. 

Also addressed is how diagnostic strategies with lipid nanocarriers can be combined with therapeutics, which will be important 

for the personalized management of cancer. 

Cancer chemotherapeutic drugs are also being used as immunosuppressive agents in the chronic treatment of non-neoplastic 

diseases. The scientific research in this field has been focused on the development of strategies to target and deliver several 

cancer chemotherapeutic drugs to decrease citotoxicity. These include both carrier- and receptor-mediated nanocarriers. Being 

biodegradable and biocompatible systems, lipid nanocarriers have been extensively explored to increase its therapeutic index, 

reducing adverse side effects to ultimately extend life-span of patients. 

Furthermore, a familiarity with lipid materials science will enable scientists to conduct rational performulation studies, to 

understand and optimize formulations, drug delivery systems and their manufacturing processes as well as associated process 

analytical technologies and quality by design. 

PUBLICATION DATE: JULY 2011 




Polysaccharides in Medicinal and Pharmaceutical Applications 

Edited by 

Valentin Popa 

This book presents new and specific aspects in the field of polysaccharides and their derivatives recommended for use in 

medicine and pharmacy. At the same time the aspects developed in this book will be useful to designing new systems for drugs 

delivery, immunomodulation, and new materials based on polysaccharides isolated from different sources and their derivatives. 

The structure and properties of polysaccharides from different sources with potential applications in the fields of medicine 

and pharmacy are discussed. Thus, the structural aspects concerning hyaluronic acids, fungal extra cellular polysaccharides, 

celluloses, alginates, hemicelluloses, dextran, glyconjugates and cyclodextrins are covered. The applications are described both 

for nonmodified and modified forms of polysaccharides for drug delivery, immunomodulation, tissue engineering and hydrogel 

preparation. 

PUBLICATION DATE: JUNE 2011 




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Update on Chitosan: A Non-Viral Gene Delivery Vector 

Authors 

Viola B Morris 

Chandra P. Sharma 

Among the various natural polymer-based gene delivery vectors, chitosan is the most prominent. As a biocompatible, 

biodegradable, nontoxic and easily modifiable material, chitosan has been widely researched for a variety of biomedical 

applications such as wound healing, drug/gene delivery systems, implant coatings and tissue engineering/regeneration. 

Chitosan, being a linear cationic polysaccharide, consists of 14 linked glucosamine partly containing N-acetylglucosamine. 

It was first described as a delivery system for plasmids by Mumper’s group in 1995. The role of chitosan in gene delivery was 

supported by its ability to protonate in acidic conditions and to form complexes with anionic DNA by electrostatic interactions. The 

biodegradable cationic polymer chitosan is capable of forming small and stable toroidal complexes with plasmid DNA and provide 

protection against DNase that is comparable to PEI. 

The objective of this book is to integrate the concepts related to chitosan and its derivative-based drug/gene delivery carriers. 

For example, the success of the gene delivery system mainly depends upon the uptake by the cells, unpacking behaviour of pDNA/ 

siRNA from the vector and its intracellular trafficking. Such concepts are introduced and discussed, in addition to the various 

applications of chitosan as a drug delivery system in wound healing, tissue engineering and in gene delivery. 

This book is an excellent resource for the academic faculty, graduate students and professionals interested in chitosan-based 

drug/gene technologies. 

PUBLICATION DATE: JUNE 2012 



Update on Life Cycle Strategy for New Implants and Medical Devices 

Author 

Marvi Sri Harwoko 

With the emergence of new therapies for diseases which affect vital organs either partially or as a whole, the complexity of the 

parameter interaction and the variety of new discoveries opens many possibilities to implement these proposals into clinical use. 

Unfortunately, this diversity can also handicap an efficient design process. 

Therefore, a practical tool has to be developed, which in the early development stages, systematically supports the product and 

process optimization by preparing and providing information and knowledge. 

This book details such a methodology for systematizing the product design process, which uses a knowledge-based design 

process, a customer-oriented engineering process, and a business supporting life cycle model. 

This book describes how this methodology can be used as a product design guidance tool for supporting the development of a new 

implant. The methodology resolves the development complexity by using a series of logical steps and provides researchers with 

the means to assess these steps as soon as possible for anticipating and removing subsequent useless steps. The methodology 

requires a systematization which supports a procedure for sustainable development and which will guide the industrialization of a 

new therapy in life sciences. 





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Update on Polymer Based Nanomedicine 

Authors 

Andreas M. Nyström 

Xianghui Zeng 

Yuning Zhang 

Jakob Regberg 

Polymers are one of the most applicable and clinically relevant materials for constructing nanomedical systems. These systems 

are expected to have a future in the clinic; nanomedical constructs will have wide implications for how we treat and diagnose 

society’s most complex diseases, such as cancer, inflammation and genetic disorders. 

This update focuses on describing the fundamentals of controlled polymerisation techniques and methods for constructing 

advanced polymer architectures to be used in polymer based nanomedicine. We review this growing field, which uses recent 

advances in polymer chemistry and conjugation techniques to construct advanced nanoparticles. 

One focus of this update is to give examples of recent developments in drug delivery, ligand targeted therapy and diagnostic 

imaging techniques. One section is devoted to the latest developments in nanomedicine - theranostic systems - which combine 

therapeutic delivery with diagnostic imaging capabilities in the same device. Such systems will play a crucial role in developing 

personalised medicine. 




Update on Polymers for Ocular Drug Delivery 

Author 

Atish S. Mundada 

The eye is the most easily accessible site for topical administration of a medication. Drugs are commonly applied to the eye for 

localised action on the surface or in the interior of the eye. A major problem in ocular therapeutics is the attainment of an optimal 

drug concentration at the site of action. Poor bioavailability of drugs from ocular dosage forms is mainly due to the precorneal 

loss factors which include tear dynamics, non-productive absorption, transient residence time in the cul-de-sac, and the relative 

impermeability of the corneal epithelial membrane. Due to these physiological and anatomical constraints only a small fraction of 

the drug, effectively 1% or even less of the instilled dose is ocularly absorbed. 

The effective dose of medication administered ophthalmically may be altered by increasing the retention time of medication in 

contact with the surface of the eye. To date, Pharmaceutical Technologists have tried to develop different novel formulations like 

gel, ocular inserts, collagen shields, implants, liposomes, nanoparticles, penetration enhancers and in-situ gelling systems, in 

order to increase the bioavailability and duration of the therapeutic action of ocular drugs and polymers plays an important role 

in all these approaches. 

This book provides detailed information regarding all such polymers which have been used and shown to be excellent in 

improving the bioavailability of ocular drugs. 

PUBLICATION DATE: DECEMBER 2011 



Update on Polymers for Oral Drug Delivery 

Authors 

Fang Liu 

Emma McConnell 

Samuel Pygall 

The preferred route for drug delivery remains the oral route, but oral drug delivery has now developed beyond traditional dosage 

forms such as tablets and capsules. Nowadays it is possible to use polymers to allow drugs to be targeted to specific sites in the 

gastrointestinal tract, and to extend the drug release profile. In addition, polymers can be engineered to allow oral delivery of 

such complex molecules as proteins, peptides, and even genes. 

This book gives a comprehensive summary of oral drug delivery systems, both conventional and novel, and the ways in which 

polymers have been adapted for these systems. Particular attention is devoted to gastrointestinal physiology and the physiochemical 

properties of polymers in order to understand the factors affecting their performance in practice. 

This update will interest everyone involved in the pharmaceutical world, whether in academia or in industry. It will be of particular 

value to those responsible for designing new oral drug delivery systems involving polymers. It will provide a useful reference 

text both for researchers and manufacturers, and will also be a helpful introduction for students of all levels to the application of 

polymers in pharmacy. 

PUBLICATION DATE: DECEMBER 2011 



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Update on Silica-based Mesoporous Materials for Biomedical 

Applications 

Author 

Luigi Pasqua 

This book provides an insightful understanding of the mesoporous silica structure and its special properties. The details of 

synthesis and modification strategies are discussed by reviewing the open literature. The discussion concerning the potential of 

mesoporous silica in modern biomedical applications will be related to a critical analysis in the field of material science. 

This book will help the reader rapidly develop the necessary tools to follow the design of the different mesoporous silica-based 

devices presented in the various studies. The structure of the different devices is examined in detail and the relationship between 

the structure and the expected activity are discussed. It will also assist in the ability to design new therapeutic devices in a field 

where the applications seem to be without limits. 

PUBLICATION DATE: NOVEMBER 2011 



Update on Undertaking Extractable and Leachable Testing 

The assessment of all materials - and especially elastomeric and plastic components – for the presence of leachable and 

extractable components, forms an important part of the submission for approval of a new drug system or medical device. 

This Update gives a detailed, state-of-the-art review of the selection of techniques, available to the analyst, to perform a 

controlled extraction study for leachables and extractables, with an overview of the factors to consider when selecting the 

extraction technique. This book will be of interest to Chemists and R&D managers. 

Author 

Andrew Feilden 

PUBLICATION DATE: MARCH 2011 




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Back List Titles 

(2000-2010) 

32: 


Materials 

Addcon World 2001 

PUBLICATION DATE: 2001 




























Advances in Urethane Science and Technology 





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Materials 

ASC 2009 Pressure Sensitive Adhesives 




ASC 2009 Spring Convention and Expo 




ASC 2009 Waterborne Adhesives 




Automotive Adhesives, Sealants and Coatings 2008 




Biocides in Plastics 




Biocides in Plastics - From Preservation to Hygiene Control 2008 




Biocides in Synthetic Materials 2010 




Biopolymers 







34: 


Materials 










FORMAT: eBook ISBN: 9781847359384 GB: £100 US: $180 EU: €160 









Blowing Agents for Polyurethane Foams 




Chemistry and Technology of Polyols for Polyurethanes 




Clay-Containing Polymeric Nanocomposites, Two Volume Set 





Developments in Colorants for Plastics 





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Materials 

Developments in Thermoplastic Elastomers 




Engineering and High Performance Plastics 




Engineering and Structural Adhesives 




Engineering Elastomers 2003 



Epoxy Composites: Impact Resistance and Flame Retardancy 




Flame Retardants for Plastics 




Fluoroplastics 




Fluoropolymers—Technology, Markets and Trends 



Food Contact Polymers 2007 



36: 


Materials 

Handbook of Biodegradable Polymers 




Handbook of Plastic Films 




Handbook of Polymer Blends and Composites, 4 Volume Set 



Handbook of Polymer Blends and Composites, Volume 1 












Handbook of Polymer Foams 




Handbook of Thermoset Resins 






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Materials 

High Performance and Speciality Elastomers 2007 



High Performance Elastomers and Polymers for Oil and Gas 




High Performance Fillers 2005 



High Performance Fillers 2007 



High Performance Fillers for Polymer Composites 2009 




High Performance Plastics 2005 



HPE 2002 



Introduction to Automotive Composites 




Latex 2001 







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Materials 





Liquid Crystal Polymers 



Metallic Pigments in Polymers 




Multilayer Films 2005 










Natural and Synthetic Latex Polymers 



Natural and Wood Fibre Reinforcement in Polymers 




Nucleating Agents 





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Materials 

Particulate Fillers for Polymers 


FORMAT: Paperback ISBN: 9781859573105 GB: £80 US: $144 EU: €128` 


Particulate-Filled Polymer Composites 



Particulate-Filled Polymer Composites, Second Edition 



Plastic Flame Retardants: Technology and Current Developments 




Plastics Additives 




Polybenzoxazines: Chemistry and Properties 





Polymer Enhancement of Technical Textiles 




Polymer Lexicon 



Polymer Yearbook 18 




40: 


Materials 

Polymer/Layered Silicate Nanocomposites 




Polyolefin Foams 




Polyvinyl Alcohol - Materials, Processing and Application 




Practical Guide to Microbial Polyhydroxyalkanoates 





Practical Guide to Polyethylene 




Practical Guide to Polyimides 




Practical Guide to Polypropylene 




Practical Guide to Polyvinyl Chloride 




PVC - World Markets and Prospects 




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Materials 

Rubber - A Story of Glory and Greed 




Rubber Basics 




Rubber Pocket Book 



Rubber Technologist’s Handbook, Volume 2 




















Silicone Elastomers 




42: 


Materials 












Smart Polymer Systems 2010 




Special Effects in Plastics 2002 



Stabilisers for Polyolefins 




Styrenic Copolymers 




Thermoplastic Elastomers 



Thermoset Nanocomposites for Engineering Applications 






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Materials 

Thermoset Resins 




TPE 2001 



TPE 2002 



TPE 2003 



TPE 2004 



TPE 2005 



TPE 2006 



TPE 2007 



TPE 2008 




TPE 2009 




44: 


Materials 

TPE 2010 




Update on Engineering and Structural Adhesives 




Update on Syntactic Foams 




Volume Polymers in North America and Western Europe 




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Adhesives and Sealants - Technology, Applications and Markets 




Application of Textiles in Rubber 




Assessing Food Safety of Polymer Packaging 




Coatings and Inks for Food Contact Materials 




Emulsion Polymerisation and Latex Applications 




European Plastic Pipes Market 




Food Contact Materials - Rubbers, Silicones, Coatings and Inks 





Food Contact Polymers 2009 




Food Contact Rubbers 2 - Products, Migration and Regulation 




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Geosynthetics 



Handbook of Composite Fabrication 




Handbook of Polymers in Electronics 




ITEC Asia 2001 



Light Vehicle Tyres 




Oilfield Engineering with Polymers 2001- Exploring the Limits of 

Materials Technology 



Oilfield Engineering with Polymers 2006 



Pharmaceutical Applications of Polymers for Drug Delivery 




Pharmaceutical Polymers 2007 



Plastic Films - Situation and Outlook 





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Plastics in European Cars, 2000-2008 



Plastics in Packaging – Western Europe and North America 



Polymer Electronics - A Flexible Technology 





Polymer Foams—Trends in Use and Technology 




Polymer Processing with Supercritical Fluids 



Polymers for the Medical Industry 2001 



Polymers for Wire and Cable - Changes within an Industry 



Polymers in Aerospace Applications 




Polymers in Aggressive and Corrosive Environments (PACE), 

2004 



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Polymers in Agriculture and Horticulture 




Polymers in Asphalt 




Polymers in Automotive Fuel Containment 2005 



Polymers in Building and Construction 





Polymers in Cementitious Materials 




Polymers in Construction 




Polymers in Defence and Aerospace Applications 2010 




Polymers in Electronics 




Polymers in Electronics 2007 




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Polymers in Mass Transit 2001 



Polymers in Medical Applications 



Polymers in Sport and Leisure 




Polymers in Telecommunication Devices 




Rigid Plastics Packaging – Materials, Processes and Applications 




Role of Poly(Vinyl Chloride) in Healthcare 




Rubber Technologist’s Handbook, Volume 1 





Silicone Products for Food Contact Applications 




Sterilisation of Polymer Healthcare Products 




50: 



Tank Linings for Chemical Process Industries 





Tyre Compounding for Improved Performance 




Tyre Recycling 




Update on Medical Plasticised PVC 




Update on the Technology and Applications of Polyaryletherketones 





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50 Years of Polymer Testing 





Additive Migration from Plastics into Foods 





Ageing of Rubber - Accelerated Heat Ageing Test Results 




Ageing of Rubber - Accelerated Weathering and Ozone Test 

Results 




Analysis of Plastics 




Analysis of Thermoset Materials, Precursors and Products 




Characterisation of Polymers, Two Volume Set 





Characterisation of Polymers, Volume 1 





52: 



Characterisation of Polymers, Volume 2 





Chromatography Mass Spectroscopy in Polymer Analysis 





Degradation and Stabilisation of Aromatic Polyesters 




Degradation and Stabilisation of Polyamides 



Determination of Additives in Polymers and Rubbers 




Determination of Additives in Polymers and Rubbers 



Easy Identification of Plastics and Rubbers 



Failure of Plastics and Rubber Products 




Failure of Polymer Products Due to Photo-Oxidation 




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Failure of Polymer Products Due to Thermo-Oxidation 



Handbook of Polymer Testing - Short-Term Mechanical Tests 




Infrared and Raman Spectroscopy of Polymers 

UBLICATION DATE: 2001 



Introduction to Polymer Analysis 





Natural Ageing of Rubber: Changes in Physical Properties Over 40 

Years 




Ozonation of Organic and Polymer Compounds 





Polymer Reference Book 





Polymer Rheology 2001 



54: 



Practical Guide to Chemical Safety Testing 




Practical Guide to Studying Dendrimers 





Practical Guide to the Assessment of the Useful Life of Plastics 




Practical Guide to the Assessment of the Useful Life of Rubbers 




PVC Compounds and Processing 



Rapra Collection of Infrared Spectra of Rubbers, Plastics and 

Thermoplastic Elastomers, Third Edition 



FORMAT: BE Spiral bound ISBN: 9781847350237 GB: £220 US: $396 EU: €352 

Rubber Analysis - Polymers, Compounds and Products 




Rubber Product Failure 





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Solid-State NMR of Polymers 



Spectroscopy of Rubbers and Rubbery Materials 




Strain Rate Testing of Metallic Materials and their Modelling 

for use in CAE based Automotive Crash Simulation Tools 

(Recommendations & Procedures) 




Structural Studies of Polymers by Solution NMR 



Thermal Analysis of Rubbers and Rubbery Materials 





Thermal Degradation of Polymeric Materials 




Thermochromic Phenomena in Polymers 




Thermo-oxidative Degradation of Polymers 




56: 



Adhesion and Bonding to Polyolefins 




Adhesion to Fluoropolymers 




Advances in Automation for Plastics Injection Moulding 




ARBURG Practical Guide to Injection Moulding 




Art of Plastics Design 2005 



Bonding Elastomers: A Review of Adhesives and Processes 




Budgeting, Costing and Estimating for the Injection Moulding 

Industry 





Cure Monitoring for Composites and Adhesives 




Developments in the Theory of Cationoid Polymerisations 





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Electrospinning 




Electrospun Nanofibres and their Applications 




Handbook of Rubber Bonding 




Hot Runners in Injection Moulds 




Injection Moulding 2002 



In-Mould Decoration of Plastics 



Introduction to Rubber Technology 




Mixing in Single Screw Extruders 





Mixing of Rubber 





58: 



Mixing of Vulcanisable Rubbers and Thermoplastic Elastomers 




Mould Design Guide 





Mould Sticking, Fouling and Cleaning 




Multi-Material Injection Moulding 




Polymer Bonding 2004 



Polymer Processing with Supercritical Fluids 



Practical Guide to Adhesive Bonding of Small Engineering Plastic 

and Rubber Parts 





Practical Guide to Blow Moulding 




Practical Guide to Rotational Moulding 





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Radiation Curing 




Rapid Tooling 2001 




Rubber Curing Systems 




Science and Practice of Rubber Mixing 





Troubleshooting Injection Moulding 




Update on Mouldable Particle Foam Technology 




Update on Troubleshooting in Thermoforming 




Use of the Rapra Vibrating Needle Curemeter in Monitoring the 

Cure of Polyurethane Foams 



60: 



Air Monitoring in the Rubber and Plastics Industries 



Biodegradable Polymers 




Emissions from Plastics 



End-of-Life Tyres—Exploiting their Value 




EU Regulation of Chemicals REACH 




Framework for Chemical Risk Management under REACH 





Handbook of Plastics Recycling 



Health and Safety in the Rubber Industry 



Interaction of Polymers with Polluted Atmospheres 






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Introduction to Plastics Recycling, 1st Edition 




Introduction to Plastics Recycling, 2nd Edition 




Life Cycle Assessment and Environmental Impact of Plastic 

Products. 




Low Environmental Impact Polymers 



Managing SVHCs under REACH/Understanding and 

Implementing CLP 2010 




Plastics and the Environment 





Plastics Waste – Feedstock Recycling, Chemical Recycling and 

Incineration 




Plastics, Rubber and Health 





62: 



REACH 2007 




REACH Europe 2008 



REACH Europe 2009 
















Regulation of Food Packaging in Europe and the USA 




The Underlying Foundation of Science used in the Regulation of 

Industrial Chemicals: Chemical Nomenclature Issues and Risk 

Assessment under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) in the 

United States and the European Union’s Registration, Evaluation 

and Authorization of Chemicals (REACH) 






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Toxicity and Safe Handling of Di-isocyanates and Ancillary 

Chemicals, Second Edition 





Toxicology of Solvents 




Update on Health and Safety in the Rubber Industries 




Update on REACH and GHS - The Asian Outlook 




64: 



Extractables and Leachables for Pharmaceutical Products 2010 




Leachables & Extractables for Pharmaceutical Products 2009 




Leachables and Extractables 2008 




Stimuli Responsive Drug Delivery Systems: 






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The launch of a new international peer-reviewed journal needs some justification in an already well covered subject area of 

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The Journal offers rapid and reliable communication of new basic fundamental results and of experience gained during 

development of technology from laboratory to pilot plant to industry and finally into the market. The Journal aims to bridge the gap 

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The renewable polymer industry is growing rapidly as it is attractive to both industry andconsumers,they help: 

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Polymers & Polymer Composites 

Since its inception in 1993, Polymers and Polymer Composites has provided an on going forum for the publication of expertly 

peer-reviewed,international research into the following topics: 

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This is an international peer reviewed journal for all those involved in the rubber, plastics and recycling industries. The journal 

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range of uses. 

Current developments and likely future trends are reviewed across key areas of the polymer industry, together with existing 

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Progress in Rubber, Plastics and Recycling Technology focuses on: 

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• Properties and performance of specifi c materials, 

• Overviews of the current position of emerging materials and processes. 

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Volume 32 

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plastics, but also raw materials, the manufacturing processes and also application technology. 

Cellular Polymers is concerned primarily with the science of foamed materials, the technology and state of the art for processing 

and fabricating, the engineering techniques and principles of the machines used to produce them economically, and their 

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recycling and environmental legislation. Reviews of technical and commercial advances in the manufacturing and application 

technologies are also included. 

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