Rheology Modifiers Handbook: Practical Use And Application

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This is the first single-volume handbook with the information a researcher needs to select the best rheology modifiers for his/her project. Information on 20 different types of rheology modifiers manufactured by 26 companies worldwide is described. These range from Acrylic Polymers to Xanthan Gum. This handbook was written because, in the authors' experience, the selection of a rheology modifier for specific applications is an arduous task. It requires researching the technical literature of numerous suppliers, contacting them for current information and recommendations, and paring the list of candidates from hundreds to a few dozen. This book will enable readers to easily identify the best candidates for an application with a minimum investment of time.

The book is divided into four sections. Part I reviews rheology fundamentals. Part II presents details on the products available from the 26 represented companies. Part III focuses on the selection of suitable rheology modifier candidates. Part IV is a formulary containing the contributions of the suppliers.

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Rheology Modifiers Handbook

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This is the first single-volume handbook with the information a researcher needs to select the best rheology modifiers for his/her project. Information on 20 different types of rheology modifiers manufactured by 26 companies worldwide is described. These range from Acrylic Polymers to Xanthan Gum. This handbook was written because, in the authors' experience, the selection of a rheology modifier for specific applications is an arduous task. It requires researching the technical literature of numerous suppliers, contacting them for current information and recommendations, and paring the list of candidates from hundreds to a few dozen. This book will enable readers to easily identify the best candidates for an application with a minimum investment of time.

The book is divided into four sections. Part I reviews rheology fundamentals. Part II presents details on the products available from the 26 represented companies. Part III focuses on the selection of suitable rheology modifier candidates. Part IV is a formulary containing the contributions of the suppliers.

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Rheology modifiers, contained in cleaning, pharmaceutical, and food products (e.g. whipped toppings), are materials that alter the flow of the fluid to which they are added. Drawing on their experience in the R&D departments of major chemical companies without any sourcebook to help identify the best candidates for applications, the authors developed this guide on some 20 different chemical types of modifiers from acrylic polymers to xanthan gum. Part I reviews basic rheology concepts and measurements. Part II lists products by type. Part III focuses on the process of matching modifiers to applications. Lastly, there is a formulary of 227 starting formulations arranged by industry, designed to show which modifiers are recommended for specific applications and how they are normally incorporated into a formulation. Appends lists of suppliers worldwide and a trade name directory. Lacks an index. Braun and Rosen are with a consulting firm in Norwich, NY. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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This handbook makes the arduous task of selecting a rheology modifier for a specific application much easier. Technologists can now avoid searching through the technical literature for likely candidates, contacting suppliers for information and recommendations, and paring the list of candidates down from hundreds to a few dozen. With the information provided by the author of the handbook, users can make choices quickly and easily.

The book is divided into four useful sections. Part I reviews the fundamentals of rheology. Part II presents critical details on more than 1,000 commercially available rheology products, arranged alphabetically by chemical type, trade name and supplier's name.

Part III focuses on the selection of suitable rheology modifier candidates, summarizing the supplier's recommended applications for each type and covering pertinent regulatory issues when using a modifier in food or pharmaceutical applications. The handbook provides key information on specific rheology modifiers for food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and household applications, covering 20 different types manufactured by 26 companies worldwide, and ranging from acrylic polymers to xanthan gum. Part IV contains 227 formulations showing which rheology modifiers are recommended for various applications and how they are incorporated into the formulation.

Key Features:

- Highly practical book containing ready-to-use information on rheology modifiers not previously available in one source

- Step-by-step guide provides all the information needed to select the right agent for each type of application -- and shows how to use it

- Saves valuable research time by eliminating the need to contact multiple suppliers and peruse their catalogs and product sheets

- Appendix contains addresses, telephone and fax numbers, email addresses, and websites of manufacturers, plus a trade name directory

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