METALLIZATION OF POLYMERS

For more than 25 years, vacuum metallization of polymer webs with aluminum has been carried out on an industrial scale. Initially used to coat PVC for decorative purposes, the metallization of synthetic materials is today first and foremost used to produce functional coatings [1]. In the course of the past few years, metals other than aluminum have gained increasing importance in the metallization of polymer webs. The development of the metallization process was, and still is, subject to two requirements, namely higher quality and lower cost. Higher quality means ... 

To gauge interest in a meeting on the metallization of polymers, some hundred questionnaires were sent worldwide to people involved in this area. The questionnaire gave the scope of the meeting, suggested session topics, and asked for preferred times and locations. Response was surprisingly positive many respondents offered their help. The meeting was finally set for September 24-28, 1989, in Montreal. 

The organizers of the International Symposium on the Metallization of Polymers wish to thank the following industrial sponsors AKZO, BASF, Exxon, Rhone Poulenc, and Sabena. 

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