Abstract: Processes comprising: (a) providing a molding having a cavity, wherein the cavity has an opening on a surface of the molding; (b) applying a first film material over the opening of the cavity; (c) thermoforming the first film material into the cavity; and (d) introducing a substance selected from the group consisting of washing actives, cleaning actives and mixtures thereof into the cavity are described for the preparation of detergent/cleaning agent, and in particular, pre-dosed combination products containing solid and liquid phases.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a temporary dental implant intended to prepare the alveola of an extracted tooth so that a selected dental implant can be inserted later. It also involves the use of this temporary dental implant from a functional and/or aesthetic point of view. It has, in addition, as its object kits, methods and tools, notably resin models, that can be used for the application or preparation of the above implants.

Abstract: The invention relates to a device for indicating the depletion of a cleaning agent or auxiliary cleaning agent introduced into a dishwasher machine for a plurality of washing programs. According to the invention, a display appliance is arranged on or in the dishwasher machine, indicating to the user the depletion of the cleaning agent or auxiliary cleaning agent.

Abstract: Compositions suitable for treating keratinic fibers, in particular human hair, are disclosed, which compositions comprise: (i) at least one component selected from the group consisting of salt compounds of general formula I, enamine counterparts of salt compounds of general formula I, and mixtures thereof: wherein each Me represents a methyl group, R represents a substituent selected from the group consisting of an allyl group, a hydroxy-(C2-6)-alkyl group, a benzyl group, and substituted benzyl groups, and X? represents a physiologically compatible anion; and (ii) at least one aldehyde selected from the group consisting of 4-hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde, 3,5-dimethoxy-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-1-naphthaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-2-methoxybenzaldehyde, 3,4-dihydroxy-5-methoxybenzaldehyde, 3,4,5-tri-hydroxybenzaldehyde, 3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-3-nitrobenzaldehyde, 3-bromo-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde, 4-hydroxy-3-methylbenzaldehyde, 3,5-dimethyl-4-hydroxybenzaldehyde, 5-bromo-4-hydroxy-3-met

Abstract: This invention relates to silylated polymers having mixed alkoxy groups on the silyl portion thereof, methods of their preparation, and compositions and reaction products formed therefrom. These alkoxysilylated polymers can be crosslinked when exposed to atmospheric moisture to become useful elastomers, sealants or adhesives. The presence of different alkoxy groups on the silicon atoms can control or otherwise moderate the cure speeds of these silylated polymers.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel amylolytic enzyme extracted from the microorganism Bacillus sp. A 7-7 (DSM 12368), to sufficiently similar proteins having an amylolytic function, to methods for the production thereof and to diverse fields of application for these proteins. In addition, they can be further developed beyond the implemented fields of application for other, above all, technical purposes. The invention particularly relates to washing and cleaning agents containing amylolytic proteins of the aforementioned type, to methods for cleaning textiles or hard surfaces that involve the use of such amylolytic proteins or analogous agents, and to their use for cleaning textiles or hard surfaces.

Abstract: A process for iron phosphating ferrous metal substrates having undesirable ferrous oxides thereon, such as that formed by laser cutting, that eliminates at least the pickling step in the phosphating process and provides good paint adhesion, and compositions of matter useful in the process.

Abstract: Capsules which comprise an immobilized active ingredient in a matrix, wherein the active ingredient is bound to a substrate, and cleaning/detergent compositions comprising such a capsule and a surfactant, methods for the preparation of such compositions and their use are described.

Abstract: Kits comprising a melamine/formaldehyde resin sponge and a detergent composition comprising: (i) a surfactant selected from the group consisting of anionic surfactants, nonionic surfactants and combinations thereof; and (ii) a C1-6 mono- or poly-hydric alcohol, are described along with methods for cleaning hard surfaces therewith.

Abstract: The cleaning potential of washing agents with regard to proteinaceous contaminants can be improved by a composition comprising: (i) a cationic surfactant, and (ii) a compound selected from the group consisting of ligands of the general formula (I), bleach catalysts of the general formula (II), and combinations thereof: wherein Ym? represents an anion, M represent a manganese or iron atom, each X independently represents an inorganic ligand and the mathematical product of m and n equals 2.

Abstract: Oxidative dyeing agents for keratinic fibers comprising: (a) a component selected from the group consisting of direct dyes, dye precursors, and combinations thereof; and (b) an organosilicone block copolymer having one or more polyoxyalkylene blocks, one or more polysiloxane blocks and at least two amino groups covalently linked to the main polymer chain or to the chain ends, as well as their use and kits containing the same are described.

Abstract: Mold-resistant construction materials distinguished by the presence therein of an azole alone or in combination with a sporulation inhibitor and/or with a substance which is antiadhesive with respect to microorganisms.

Abstract: Processes which comprise: (a) blending a solid component and a liquid component in a mixer/granulator to form an intermediate granule mix; and (b) further treating the intermediate granule mix in a fluidized bed granulator to form granules; wherein a first portion of the liquid component is introduced into the mixer/granulator and a second portion of the liquid component is introduced into the fluidized bed granulator are disclosed. The solubility of granules prepared in accordance with the disclosed processes can be manipulated. Detergent and/or cleansing agents containing such granules and tablets incorporating such agents, as well as their use, are also described.

Abstract: Process for heating a substrate, which contains, relative to the total weight of the substrate, 0.1 to 70 wt. % of metallic, magnetic, ferrimagnetic, ferromagnetic, antiferromagnetic or superparamagnetic particles having an average particle size of between 1 and 5000 nm, wherein the substrate is exposed to electromagnetic radiation, characterized in that the electromagnetic radiation comprises microwave radiation with a frequency in the range from 1 to 300 GHz and the substrate is simultaneously exposed to a direct-current magnetic field, the field strength of which is at least twice the strength of the earth's magnetic field; use of the process for producing or detaching adhesive bonds; device for the simultaneous production of microwave radiation with a frequency within the range from 1 to 300 GHz and a direct-current magnetic field, the field strength of which is at least twice the strength of the earth's magnetic field.

Abstract: Aqueous compositions comprising: (a) a surfactant; and (b) a thickening system comprising: (i) a gellan gum; and (ii) a thickener selected from the group consisting of polyacrylate thickeners, xanthan gums, guar flours, alginates, carrageenans, carboxymethylcelluloses, bentonites, wellan gums, carob flours and mixtures thereof; wherein the surfactant comprises a fatty acid soap, and wherein the fatty acid soap is present in an amount of 2 to 20% by weight based on the composition are disclosed, along with uses therefor.

Abstract: The invention relates to the factor RecA from bacillus licheniformis DSM 13 (SEQ ID NO: 2), along with the associated gene recA (SEQ ID NO: 1), including related proteins and genes thereof, such as the variant indicated under SEQ ID NOS: 31 and 32, among others. According to the invention, gene recA is used for constructing gram-positive bacterial safety stems for biotechnological production, among other things, by inactivating the same in the respective stems. In a special embodiment, said stems are provided with additional functional deletions in phase-IV sporulation genes, preferably in gene SpoIV (in Bacillus licheniformis), gene yqfD (in B. subtilis), or the respective gene that is homologous thereto if said stems are naturally able to form spores. Furthermore, the inventive RecA represents a protein which can be used in molecular biological assays or for modulating the molecular biological activities of cells, especially in connection with DNA polymerization or recombination processes.

Abstract: A nozzle for the discharge of a flowable substances, for example adhesive or sealing compositions, having a discharge orifice with a variable geometry. The adjustable nozzle permits the user to select the optimal discharge profile suited to a particular application of the composition being discharged.

Abstract: A moisture-curing hot-melt-adhesive composition in granulate, tablet or powder form can be produced by a.) fusing the reactive hot-melt-adhesive composition and heating the melt, subject to exclusion of moisture, b.) extruding this melt through one or more dies onto a cooled surface, subject to exclusion of moisture, c.) cooling the granulate, subject to exclusion of moisture, whereby the composition solidifies, d.) removing the cooled hot-melt-adhesive granulate, e.) filling the granulate into moisture-tight packages, subject to exclusion of moisture. These reactive hot-melt adhesives are pourable and free-flowing and therefore can be used with all conventional application machines for hot-melt adhesives.