Foreword to Chapter 2 Technical Characteristics of Adhesives

This is a very important chapter because it provides all the definitions, all the technical characteristics of adhesives (QC control, use characteristics, physical, chemical and mechanical properties, durability, safety and cost) and testing methods, so that it is almost mandatory to read it before reading other chapters. 

However, readers may save time by going directly to the definition and test method of each technical characteristic, when they need it. 

The many illustrations show the testing methods and equipment (Fig. 4). 

Hundreds of testing standards exist and users of adhesives should he made aware of a number of these. 

The Series Editor, Philippe Cognard, has a comprehensive knowledge of adhesives gained after 35 years of experience in different leading roles within the industry. 

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