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The 4th edition of the handbook Refractory Materials has
been completely revised and expanded. It also appears in a new format
(A5) with pictures (four colors) and e-book (disc). The reader obtains
an extensive and detailed overview focusing on design, properties,
calculations, terminology and testing of refractory materials thus
providing important information for daily work. In the new edition of
this standard work several chapters were revised with the assistance of
new authors. The appendix was supplemented by following suggestions
given by readers. The lists of standards and important literature were
updated. Consequently, the usability of this handbook was
enhanced further.
With the great amount of information this compact handbook is a
necessity for any professional working in the refractory material or
thermal process sectors. The e-book (disc) enables more flexibility
when in the office or while travelling. The disc contains more
information than provided in the book in form of publications focusing
on refractory materials.
Contents:
1. Introduction
2. Manufacture of Refractory Materials
3. Raw Materials, Binders, Special Additives
4. Dense Shaped Refractory Products
5. Unshaped Refractory Products (Monolithics)
6. Functional Refractory Products
7. Heat-Insulation Materials
8. Refractory Metallic Materials (NEW)
9. Criteria for the Selection of Refractory Materials, Product
Testing, Inspection Methods, and Quality Assurance
10. Safe Working Environment and Environmental Protection
11. Books, Papers (Special Issues), Literature, Surveys, Journals,
Data Banks, Appendix

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