• Covers the importance of setting and adhering go processing conditions
• Gives an understanding of the challenges and opportunities
• Includes information on the safe handling of potentially toxic materials
• Explores ongoing research into future products that will facilitate recycling and disposal

This book helps bridge the gap between the two disciplines of textile technology and polymer chemistry, both of which are necessary for success in this area of technical textiles, and it also touches on the related textile processes of fabric impregnation and foam finishing.

The author emphasizes the factors influencing selection of materials and process machinery, especially with regard to environmental issues such as global warming. Product descriptions, production and test metnods, and standards are discussed in detail.

Coated and Laminated Textiles is a valuable source of reference that embraces apparel, comestic, medical, military, and industrial applications.

Contents

1. General Survey
2. Materials and their Properties
3. Production Methods
4. Products from Coated and Lamicated Fabrics
5. Testing, Quality, and Product Evaluation
6. Coating and Laminating Effects on the Enviroment
7. The Future
8. Sources of Further Information

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