Abstract: A chromatography column piston 14 is adjustable in height within the column tube 4 by means of a friction clamp 22 which furthermore includes a threaded engagement with the associated end cap 8 of the column. As a result, with the friction clamp released the piston rod 16 can be rapidly traversed to or near a desired position, and the clamp then engaged following which cooperation of said threads allows fine tuning of the level of the piston 14 by fine adjustment of the position of the friction clamp relative to the end cap 8.

Abstract: New set-accelerating admixtures for hydraulic cement compositions are disclosed. These admixtures incorporate known set accelerators and certain low molecular weight glycols, e.g., glycerol and ethylene glycol, are found to be surprisingly effective in decreasing the initial set time of hydraulic cements, mortars, and concretes, and are advantageous as reduced-temperature set-accelerators. Preferred embodiments of the invention may also comprise a component selected from the group consisting of certain alkanolamines and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: New set-accelerating admixtures for hydraulic cement compositions are disclosed. These admixtures incorporate known set accelerators and certain low molecular weight glycols, e.g., glycerol and ethylene glycol, are found to be surprisingly effective in decreasing the initial set time of hydraulic cements, mortars, and concretes, and are advantageous as reduced-temperature set-accelerators.

Abstract: A method of rendering water resistant a vermiculite article such as a film or coating comprised of delaminated vermiculite lamellae is provided comprising the step of contacting the article with a solution of an inorganic monovalent cation selected from the group consisting of: H.sup.+, Na.sup.+, K.sup.+, Cs.sup.+, Rb.sup.+ and Fr.sup.+ and mixtures thereof.The invention further relates to a water resistant article such as a film or coating comprised of delaminated vermiculite lamellae, which article is produced by contacting the article with a solution of an inorganic monovalent cation selected from the group consisting of: H.sup.+, Na.sup.+, K.sup.+, Cs.sup.+, Rb.sup.+ and Fr.sup.+.

Abstract: The present invention provides additives for hydraulic cement compositions, particularly masonry cements, which improve the water-repellancy, workability, and board life of said compositions. The additives of the invention comprise a water-insoluble, water-repelling acid, a set retarding composition, an emulsifier, and a polymer selected from the group consisting of polyvinyl alcohol, polyvinyl acetate, hydroxypropyl substituted polysaccharides, and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: A corrosion inhibiting, EMI/RFI shielding composition is provided comprising a polyurethane resin which comprises a hydroxy or amine functional first polymer and an isocyanate, or isocyanurate terminated second polymer, a stabilized conductive filler, and an azole. In one embodiment of the invention a composition is provided comprising a polyurethane which comprises a fluoroolefin vinyl ether and an isocyanurate, a stabilized copper powder, and a triazole selected from the group consisting of alkyl substituted aromatic triazoles and other azoles. The invention further provides a method of composition a substrate with a composition of the invention in order to provide EMI/RFI shielding and prevent corrosion, and a substrate thus coated.

Abstract: This invention relates to cross-flow filtration and more particularly towards disposable, compact cross-flow filters and filtration methods incorporating a novel pressure-balancing arrangement comprising a flexible wall which expands and contracts in response to fluid pulsations. The invention further relates to methods of fluid concentration employing such a device to a fluid concentration system, and to methods of making such a filtration device.

Abstract: A water resistant or repellant article comprised of delaminated vermiculite lamellae is provided, which article is produced by immersing the article in a solution of a cationic exchange agent.The invention further relates to a method of producing such a water resistant or repellant article comprising the step of contacting the film with a solution of a cationic exchange agent.

Abstract: A method and apparatus are provided for electrostatically applying a coating, such as solder mask, to a substrate such as a circuit board. A grounded conveyor system includes electrically conductive means for suspending the substrate from the conveyor and grounding the substrate. An atomizing spray nozzle provides an atomized, electrically charged spray of the coating material in the direction of the grounded substrate. A focusing element is positioned to confine the spray to a desired pattern, and a receiving backplate, which carries a charge opposite that of the spray, is positioned behind the substrate to attract the charged coating particles that do not impinge on the substrate.

Abstract: Apparatus and method for dispensing admixtures based upon weight. One or more admixture storage containers are supported in one embodiment by a suspended platform, and in another embodiment by brackets. A weight sensing system such as a single load cell is used for weighing the contents of the admixture storage containers. The platform or brackets are arranged so that the load cell is responsive to less than 100% of the weight in the containers. The containers are filled to a predetermined weight, and the contents are dispensed from each container in series or simultaneously.

Abstract: New set-accelerating admixtures for hydraulic cement compositions are disclosed. These admixtures incorporate set-accelerating compounds and methylol derivatives of amino acids, are found to be surprisingly effective in decreasing the initial set time of hydraulic cements, mortars, and concretes, and are particularly advantageous in reduced-temperature set-accelerators.