Polymers in Construction

Polymers in Construction
Author: Güneri Akovalı
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Total Pages: 536
Release: 2005
Genre: Science
ISBN: 9781859574683

This book is a good basic guide to the polymers that are used in the construction industry. The types of polymers that can be used are discussed and specific applications are also covered. There is also a very comprehensive section on the health and safety aspects of using polymers in buildings.

Tyre Compounding for Improved Performance

Tyre Compounding for Improved Performance
Author: M. S. Evans
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Total Pages: 140
Release: 2002
Genre: Rubber chemicals
ISBN: 1859573061

This is an overview of the factors tyre compounders and engineers must consider when developing compounds for tyres. It discusses compounding ingredients for tyre rubbers by class including polymer types. The future of tyres in vehicles is also outlined. An additional indexed section containing several hundred abstracts from the Polymer Library provides useful references for further reading.

U.S. Industry & Trade Outlook 2000

U.S. Industry & Trade Outlook 2000
Author: DRI/McGraw-Hill
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies
Total Pages: 978
Release: 2000
Genre: Business & Economics
ISBN: 9780071352451

"Truly the best of the best . . . . A standard reference work, greatly improved by its expansion . . . bigger better and more comprehensive, " raved Choice in its review and award citation for the 1999 edition of this annual reference. The USITO 2000 provides an industry-by-industry overview of the U.S. economy. Detailed examinations of more than 220 industries in 51 sectors offer a comprehensive understanding of the economy and its effects on world trade. Also featured in this preferred reference for corporate managers, strategic planners, and researchers: -- Unique statistical overview of the U.S. economy -- Over 650 easy-to-read charts and tables -- Graphical snapshots of industry and trade trends -- Forecasts for the next five years -- Unparalleled combination of information from the U.S. government and McGraw-Hill/Standard & Poor's

Polymers for Wire and Cable - Changes Within an Industry

Polymers for Wire and Cable - Changes Within an Industry
Author: Keith Cousins
Publisher: iSmithers Rapra Publishing
Total Pages: 122
Release: 2000
Genre: Electric cable sheathing
ISBN: 9781859571903

This report reviews the current market with reference to the polymers in use and the remedial measures being undertaken by polymer manufacturers and cable companies. The main sections provide an overview of polymer use by material with the main end-use markets examined. Key trends based on new products, processes and machinery developments are indicated. The report includes profiles of leading polymer and cable companies with discussion about recent merger and acquisition activity.