This report looks at the use of plastic and rubber materials in physically and chemically demanding applications. In an age when polymers are being used in space and in ever more aggressive environments on earth, this report addressed developments in products and end-uses, as well as innovations in technology.

Polymers such as PEEK, thermoplastic PU elastomers, polychloroprene, fluorine-based plastics and rubbers, and other polymer blends are examined for resistance to heat, cold and aggressive chemicals. The report covers developing markets for these materials and their contribution to, amongst others, automotive, aerospace, engineering and medical sectors.

Introduction

Summary and Conclusion

Properties of Polymers Important to the Study of Aggressive Environments

Physical Properties

Thermal Properties

Chemical Properties

Materials for High and Low Temperature Environments

Introduction

Elastomers

Liquid Crystal Polymers

Polyamides

PBO Fibres

Polyetherether Ketone (PEEK)

Polyimides

Polyketones

Polymer Blends

Syndiotactic Polystyrene (SPS)

Sulphone Polymers

Thermoset Polymers

Applications of Polymers in Aggressive Environments

Aerospace

Automotive

Electrical and Electronic Applications

Medical

Company Information (33 separate companies listed)

Addresses of Suppliers of Polymeric Materials for Aggressive Environments