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Basic Composites Manual

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  • This hardcopy manual is a basic reference and source of guidance for those who are interested in information regarding composite materials and composites manufacturing processes. The Basic Composites Manual is included in all initial CCT purchases.

    Table of Contents

    Overview of Composites

    Section 1 – Composites Overview
    Section 2 – Polymer Plastics
    Section 3 – What are Composites
    Section 4 – The Composites Industry
    Section 5 – What makes Composites different from other materials?
    Section 6 – The Attributes of Composites
    Section 7 – Polyester and Vinyl Ester Resin Systems – Review

    Materials

    Section 1 – Industrial Materials
    Section 2 – Structures of Materials
    Section 3 – Properties of Materials

    Composite Material Components

    Section 1 – The Components of Composites
    Section 2 – The Basics of Polymers
    Section 3 – Thermoplastic Resins
    Section 4 – Thermoset Resins
    Section 5 – The Polymerization of Thermoset Resins
    Section 6 – Polyester Resin Systems
    Section 7 – Gel Coat -- In-mold coating
    Section 8 – Resin Additives and Functional Modifiers
    Section 9 – Functional Fillers
    Section 10 – Fiber Reinforcements
    Section 11 – Core Materials
    Section 12 – Release Agents

    Composites Manufacturing Processes

    Section 1 – Introduction to Composites Manufacturing Processes
    Section 2 – Open Molding Applications
    Section 3 – Combination Molding Applications
    Section 4 – Closed Molding Applications

    Composites Manufacturing Safety

    Section 1 – Introduction to Composites Manufacturing Safety
    Section 2 – General Perspective on Safety
    Section 3 – Safety Basics
    Section 4 – Working Safely with Chemicals
    Section 5 – Composite Materials Safety
    Section 6 – Hazard Communication Standard -- Chemical Information
    Section 7 – Safe Handling of Composite Materials
    Section 8 – Fire Prevention and Safety
    Section 9 – Fluid Handling Equipment Safety
    Section 10 – Electrical Safety
    Section 11 – Lock out/Tag out Requirements
    Section 12 – Basic Machine Safety -- Fixed Shop Floor Equipment
    Section 13 – Hand Tool & Portable Power Tool Safety
    Section 14 – Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
    Section 15 – Back Injury Prevention, Fall Prevention, Ergonomics
    Section 16 – Working Around Industrial Lift Trucks
    Section 17 – Hearing Protection
    Section 18 – General Housekeeping in the Workplace
    Section 19 – Blood borne Pathogens (BBP) Safety