Description
This is a self-contained collection of data and information on applications of fluoropolymers components for corrosion control in chemical processing industries. Due to their superior properties, fluoropolymers have been rapidly replacing metal alloys for preserving the purity of processing streams in the chemical processing, plastics, food, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and pulp and paper industries.
Readership
Design engineers, maintenance personnel, chemical engineers, other practicing chemical professionals, materials managers, purchasing professionals, researchers and students in the chemical processing, petroleum refining, food, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, and pulp and paper industries interested in the industrial applications of fluoropolymers. Equipment managers, chemical plant operators, chemical industry engineers in metals and plastics industries.
Fluoropolymer Applications in the Chemical Processing Industries, 1st Edition
1 Introduction to Fluoropolymers
What are Fluoropolymers?
Fundamental Properties of Fluoropolymers
Developmental History of Fluoropolymers
Examples of Uses of Fluoropolymers
2 Materials of Construction
Historical Background
Definition of Polymer-based Materials
Comparison Between Polymer-based Materials and Metals
Applications of Polymer-based Materials for Corrosion Control
3 Properties of Neat (Unfilled) and Filled Fluoropolymers
Influence of Processing on Fluoroplastics
Chemical Compatibility of Fluoropolymers
Permeation Fundamentals
Environmental Stress Cracking
Properties and Characteristics of PTFE
Properties and Characteristics of Melt-processible Fluoroplastics
4 Selecting Fluoropolymers for Corrosion Control
Economics of Selecting Fluoropolymers
Preparing to Determine Compatibility
Current Technology for Determining Compatibility
5 Manufacturing of Parts from Polytetrafluoroetylene Polymers
Granular Resin Processing
Fine Powder Resin Processing
Fluoropolymer Dispersion Processing
6 Manufacturing Parts from Melt-processible Fluoropolymers
Materials of Construction
Rheology of Fluoropolymer Melts
Thermal Stability of Fluoropolymers
Melt Extrusion
Fluoropolymer Tube Extrusion
Fluoropolymer Film Extrusion
Injection Molding
Rotational Molding
Other Part Manufactuing Techniques
Vacuum Bagging
7 Fabrication Techniques for Fluoropolymers
Machining
Adhesive Bondinig Methods
Welding and Joining
Heat Bonding
Thermoforming
Other Processes
8 Design and Construction of Linings and Vessels
Lining of Vessels
Lining of Pipes and Fittings
Lined Valves
Lined Hoses
Lined Expansion Joints
Lining or Coatings of Internals
Design and Fabrication of Vessels for Lining
Shop versus Field Fabrication
9 Operations and Maintenance
Operations
Maintenance
Repairs
10 Failure Analysis
Part Failure
Defect Analysis
Application of Failure Analysis Methodology
Surface Analysis
Examples of Failure Analysis
Physical Defects Due to Part Fabrication
11 Modeling and Mechanical Analysis of Fluoropolymer Components
Review of Modeling Techniques
Currently Available Material Models
Failure and Deformation Principles
Examples
12 Cost Analysis
Cost Analysis
13 Safety, Disposal, and Recycling of Fluoropolymers
Toxicology of Fluoropolymers
Thermal Properties of Fluoropolymers
Emission During Processing
Safety Measures
Food Contact and Medical Applications
Fluoropolymer Scrap and Recycling
Environmental Protection and Disposal Method
14 Future Trends
Fluoropolymer Applications
Fluoropolymer Resin Manufacturing
Growth of Fluoropolymer Industries
Technological Needs of Chemical Processing Industry
Appendix I: Permeation Properties of Perfluoroplastics
Appendix II: Permeation Properties of Partially Fluorinated Fluoroplastics
Appendix III: Permeation of Automotive Fuels Through Fluoroplastics
Appendix IV: Permeation of Organic and Inorganic Chemicals Through Fluoroplastic Films
Appendix V: Chemical Resistance of Thermoplastics
Glossary
Trademarks
Index
