Coatings Formulation 3rd edition by Bodo Mueller, Ulrich Poth ISBN 386630126X 9783866301269

1. Introduction to Coatings Technology

   • Basics of coatings
   • Importance of coatings in various industries
   • Types of coatings (e.g., paints, varnishes, lacquers)

2. Raw Materials for Coatings

   • Bindings (resins, polymers)
   • Pigments and fillers
   • Solvents and thinners
   • Additives (dispersants, stabilizers, anti-foam agents)
   • Functional materials (UV stabilizers, corrosion inhibitors, etc.)

3. Coating Processes

   • Application techniques (brush, spray, roller, etc.)
   • Curing processes (thermal curing, UV curing)
   • Drying and film formation
   • Application equipment

4. Coating Properties

   • Rheological properties (viscosity, thixotropy)
   • Gloss, color, and texture
   • Mechanical properties (hardness, adhesion, flexibility)
   • Durability (abrasion resistance, weather resistance, corrosion resistance)

5. Coatings Testing and Quality Control

   • Laboratory testing methods (film thickness, dry time, chemical resistance)
   • Standardized tests (ASTM, ISO)
   • Inspection and quality assurance

6. Environmental and Regulatory Considerations

   • Environmental impact of coatings (VOC regulations, eco-friendly formulations)
   • Health and safety in coatings production and application
   • Waste disposal and sustainability

7. Formulation Design

   • Developing a coatings formula
   • Optimizing properties for specific applications
   • Matching formulations to substrate types (wood, metal, concrete, plastics)

8. Specialty Coatings

   • Automotive coatings
   • Architectural coatings
   • Industrial coatings
   • Marine coatings
   • Protective coatings (fire-resistant, anti-corrosion, etc.)

9. Future Trends in Coatings

   • New materials and innovations (e.g., nanotechnology)
   • Smart coatings (self-healing, conductive)
   • Advances in sustainable formulations

This is a general outline based on standard topics in the fiel