Organic Coatings, Third Edition is an unparalleled reference and text for organic coatings technology and its myriad applications. It begins with discussions of key principles of coatings, then thoroughly explores raw materials, physical concepts, formulations, and applications. Scientists, engineers, and paint formulators all gain a deeper understanding of the principles underlying the technology and learn how to use these principles in the development, production, and application of organic coatings. The four authors, all leading industry experts, offer a unique approach to the topic that correlates the empirical technology of coatings with the underlying science.

This Third Edition has been completely revised and updated to reflect numerous changes in the field, including changes driven by increasing pressure to lower VOC emissions, reduce energy requirements, and eliminate potential health hazards from organic coatings components. In addition, the authors have developed new material to make the text more accessible for scientists and engineers first entering the field, as well as for students taking coatings courses. At the same time, the hallmarks that distinguished the two previous editions have been retained, including:

• Troubleshooting guidance for coatings scientists and technologists
• Clear differentiation between established principles and hypotheses requiring further research
• Precise definitions of coatings industry terminology
• Extensive references to the current literature
• Hundreds of figures that help readers visualize key concepts and techniques

Whether you are just entering the field of organic coatings and need a broad overview or you are an experienced professional who needs a sophisticated reference, you can depend on Organic Coatings to give you the information and answers you need.Content:
Chapter 1 What are Coatings? (pages 1–6):
Chapter 2 Polymerization and Film Formation (pages 7–40):
Chapter 3 Flow (pages 41–67):
Chapter 4 Mechanical Properties (pages 68–96):
Chapter 5 Exterior Durability (pages 97–120):
Chapter 6 Adhesion (pages 121–136):
Chapter 7 Corrosion Protection by Coatings (pages 137–158):
Chapter 8 Acrylic Resins (pages 159–175):
Chapter 9 Latexes (pages 176–198):
Chapter 10 Polyester Resins (pages 199–212):
Chapter 11 Amino Resins (pages 213–230):
Chapter 12 Binders Based on Polyisocyanates: Polyurethanes (pages 231–270):
Chapter 13 Epoxy and Phenolic Resins (pages 271–294):
Chapter 14 Drying Oils (pages 295–305):
Chapter 15 Alkyd Resins (pages 306–325):
Chapter 16 Silicon Derivatives (pages 326–334):
Chapter 17 Other Resins and Cross?Linkers (pages 335–348):
Chapter 18 Solvents (pages 349–381):
Chapter 19 Color and Appearance (pages 382–416):
Chapter 20 Pigments (pages 417–434):
Chapter 21 Pigment Dispersion (pages 435–460):
Chapter 22 Effects of Pigments on Coating Properties (pages 461–472):
Chapter 23 Application Methods (pages 473–489):
Chapter 24 Film Defects (pages 490–510):
Chapter 25 Solventborne and High?Solids Coatings (pages 511–523):
Chapter 26 Waterborne Coatings (pages 524–534):
Chapter 27 Electrodeposition Coatings (pages 535–547):
Chapter 28 Powder Coatings (pages 548–573):
Chapter 29 Radiation Cure Coatings (pages 574–594):
Chapter 30 Product Coatings for Metal Substrates (pages 595–618):
Chapter 31 Product Coatings for Nonmetallic Substrates (pages 619–635):
Chapter 32 Architectural Coatings (pages 636–657):
Chapter 33 Special Purpose Coatings (pages 658–678):
Chapter 34 Perspectives on Coating Design (pages 679–688):