This second edition of the standard industry text, Powder Coatings Chemistry and Technology contains the latest innovations, trends, and developments which have taken place in chemistry and technology in the last 13 years. With emphasis on the chemistry and film formation of thermosetting powder coatings, coverage includes the parameters that influence powder coatings properties, production and application techniques, potential future developments, improved technology, and the powder coatings market. The coverage of powder coatings has been increased to include super durable and other new resins, the automotive acrylic clear coat, radiation curing (UV and NIR), the coating of wood (MDF), and the replacement of TGIC by alternative crosslinkers. Two additional sections have been devoted to additives for powder coatings and (semi) matte coatings. In addition, the EMB application technology, as well as revised and new production methods, is documented in this volume. The structure of the first edition was retained throughout the update. This is a must have for everyone involved in the powder coatings industry and will remain as the standard text for years to come.

Learn about the latest advancements in powder and equipment that will ensure you stay on the competitive edge. This book provides in-depth information about system design and layout, equipment features and benefits, system efficiency, operating costs, maintenance and coating comparison. It focuses on teaching how to control the process variables that lead to efficiency, quality and consistent operation. The material covered includes the basic process and equipment used in electrostatic spray operations: application equipment; Powder materials; Booths and reclaim systems; Washers and ovens. Also, operating costs, system efficiency, continuous improvement and other areas of advanced training are included.

The book addresses recent developments which have contributed to powder coating's ever-increasing favorability over liquid coating. Since the publication of the last edition, this process has been adapted to a wider range of applications, notably for high-temperature and temperature-sensitive products. Equipment has been greatly improved, achieving faster color change, increasing transfer efficiency, and reducing overall powder usage. Environmental requirements have prompted many companies to switch to powder coating. 'Users Guide to Powder Coating, Fourth Edition' combines information on the latest breakthroughs in the industry (notable ultraviolet-curable materials for plastic and wood products, and improved systems) and tried-and-true guidelines from the previous edition (including factors like material selection, design considerations, surface preparation, quality control and testing, trouble shooting and safety, and more), so you can achieve superior finishes with efficiency.

Corrosion Control Through Organic Coatings, Second Edition provides readers with useful knowledge of the practical aspects of corrosion protection with organic coatings and links this to ongoing research and development. Thoroughly updated and reorganized to reflect the latest advances, this new edition expands its coverage with new chapters on coating degradation, protective properties, coatings for submerged service, powder coatings, and chemical pretreatment. Maintaining its authoritative treatment of the subject, the book reviews such topics as corrosion-protective pigments, waterborne coatings, weathering, aging, and degradation of paint, and environmental impact of commonly used techniques including dry- and wet-abrasive blasting and hydrojetting. It also discusses theory and practice of accelerated testing of coatings to assist readers in developing more accurate tests and determine corrosion protection performance.