Handbook of Adhesives and Sealants in Construction 1st Edition

Expert’s A-Z guide to adhesives and sealants

The most up-to-date resource of its kind, this book is the last word on this subject for anyone involved in the use, manufacture, and testing of all types of sealants and adhesives for structural and general sealing, bonding, caulking, glazing, and waterproofing of structures. The author, who is one of the world’s foremost authorities on this area, provides the newest technical formulas, specific application examples, equipment and other handling and installing aspects for epoxy…acrylic…cyanoacrylates and anerobics…fluorocarbons and hot melts…asphaltic, oleoresinous and oil base putty…grouts and mortars…butyl sealants…hybrid materials…hypalon, neoprene and nitrile sealants…polysulfide…polyurethane…silicone…and permopol.

You’ll also find comprehensive data on: firestops and firewall application; insulating glass; waterstops; preformed gaskets; foamed and solid tape; performance, repair, and maintenance of sealants; joint movement detail, design, and schematics; specification, testing and quality assurance; more!

Industry-leading handbook with global use

Extensive coverage of formulations and chemistry

Includes case studies and industrial applications

Essential for engineers and R&D departments