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This is the first and only comprehensive handbook written on the subject of antistatic additives for polymers.

Table of Contents

Introduction Types of Antistatic Agents Typical Methods of Quality Control of Antistatics Electrostatic Hazards Ignition Hazards & Preventive Measures Mechanisms of Action of Antistatic Agents Compatibility of Antistatic Agents with Matrix and Their Performance Antistatic Agent Motion and Diffusion Structure and Distribution of Non-migrating Antistatics Antistatic Agent Incorporation Method and Its Performance Antistatic Agents and Other Components of Formulation Effect of Antistatic Agents on Some Properties of Compounded Materials Antistatic Agent Selection for Specific Polymers Antistatic Agents in Polymer Blends Antistatic Agents in Various Industrial Products Antistatic Agents in Various Processing Methods Specialized Analytical Methods in Antistatic Agent Testing Mathematical Modelling of Antistatic Properties Health and Safety Issues with Antistatic Agents The Environmental Fate of Antistatic Agents Regulations and Data Personal Protection

About the Author

Jorgen Pionteck, born in 1957, studied chemistry at the Dresden Technical University, where he obtai George Wypych has a Ph.D. in chemical engineering. His professional expertise includes both university teaching (full professor) and research and development. He has published 18 books: PVC Plastisols, (University Press); Polyvinylchloride Degradation, (Elsevier); Polyvinylchloride Stabilization, (Elsevier); Polymer Modified Textile materials, (Wiley & Sons); Handbook of Material Weathering, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th Editions, (ChemTec Publishing); Handbook of Fillers, 1st, 2nd and 3rd Editions, (ChemTec Publishing); Recycling of PVC, (ChemTec Publishing); Weathering of Plastics. Testing to Mirror Real Life Performance, (Plastics Design Library), Handbook of Solvents, Handbook of Plasticizers, 1st and 2nd Editions, Handbook of Antistatics, Handbook of Material Biodegradation, Biodeterioration and Biostabilation, Handbook of Antiblocking, Release and Slip Additives 1st and 2nd Editions, Handbook of UV Degradation and Stabilization, PVC Degradation & Stabilization, The PVC Formulary, Atlas of Material Damage, and Handbook of Polymers (all by ChemTec Publishing), 47 scientific papers, and he has obtained 16 patents. He specializes in polymer additives, polymer processing and formulation, material durability and the development of sealants and coatings. He is included in the Dictionary of International Biography, Who's Who in Plastics and Polymers, Who's Who in Engineering, and was selected International Man of the Year 1996-1997 in recognition for his services to education.