Paint Technology Handbook

By Rodger Talbert

Modern paints and coatings offer an astounding variety of formulations that are used to improve the durability, appearance, and lifespan of countless products. From cars to furniture, computers, and mechanical components, paints and coatings play a vital role in nearly every manufactured product available. Written by an industry insider with more than 30 years of experience, the Paint Technology Handbook provides a primary, one-stop resource for designing and operating optimal paint and surface finishing systems. The book examines system components and how surface preparation affects performance. It describes the chemical components of paints, relevant color theories, and analytical methods used for color matching and control. The book presents a complete evaluation of liquid paint application technologies, including spray and electrodeposition techniques. Concluding chapters cover curing, testing methods for finished materials, quality control techniques, and performing cost analyses.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1574447033
• ISBN13: 9781574447033
• Release Date: September 2007
• Publisher: CRC Press
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 1.06 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.5" x 9.3"