Developments In Pressure-Sensitive Products 2nd Edition by Istvan Benedek (Editor)

Since the release of its groundbreaking first edition in 1998, Developments in Pressure-Sensitive Products has stood as a foundational reference in the field. This second edition, fully updated and expanded, captures the major advances that have emerged from decades of intensive research into pressure-sensitive product technologies, both adhesive and non-adhesive.

The book provides a comprehensive overview of the principles that govern the design and manufacture of pressure-sensitive products (PSPs), covering their wide-ranging applications in medicine, electronics, packaging, protection, and other key industries. It skillfully bridges fundamental theory with real-world practice, explaining the physical, molecular, and chemical foundations of PSPs while detailing manufacturing processes, end uses, and economic considerations.

This edition introduces three new chapters, each addressing critical areas of innovation:

• A revised and modern theory of pressure sensitivity understood as a process, illustrating the polymer science principles that underpin PSP technology.

• An in-depth discussion of acrylic crosslinking, the most important domain within specialized pressure-sensitive products.

• A presentation of the latest developments in plastomer-based products, including advanced materials such as hydrogels.

Additional expanded coverage includes biological applications of PSPs, engineering challenges in coating equipment, web finishing for plastic films, and confectioning processes.

With cutting-edge insights drawn from both research and industry, Developments in Pressure-Sensitive Products, Second Edition stands as an essential reference for professionals, researchers, and specialists seeking a thorough understanding of pressure-sensitive technologies and materials across all dimensions.