Abstract: The invention describes a novel process for the preparation of polycarbonate and/or polyarylate block copolymers with poly(aryl ethers). The process is comprised of the steps:(a) the reaction of a dihydroxy-terminated poly(aryl ether) oligomer with a high molecular weight polycarbonate, or a high molecular weight polyarylate, or a high molecular weight poly(arylate-carbonate) to yield a block copolymer; followed by(b) the coupling of the material obtained in step (a) to the required molecular weight, using a diaryl ester of carbonic acid or of a dicarboxylic acid.Both steps are performed in the presence of a catalyst. The copolymerizations can be run in bulk under vacuum in a single or twin screw extruder. Using the above conditions high molecular weight, high quality block copolymers having a combination of excellent properties are obtained in a matter of minutes.

Abstract: A coating composition capable of substantial deformation without loss of continuity, adhesion or protective properties. The coating composition comprises a phenoxy resin mixed with a relatively soft modifier resin having certain specific properties. In a preferred embodiment, a particulate material, such as a zinc pigment, may also be included. A crosslinker may also be included.

Abstract: The invention describes a novel process for the preparation of polycarbonate and/or polyarylate block copolymers with poly(aryl ethers). The process is comprised of the steps:(a) the reaction of a dihydroxy-terminated poly(aryl ether) oligomer with a high molecular weight polycarbonate, or a high molecular weight polyarylate, or a high molecular weight poly(arylate-carbonate) to yield a block copolymer; followed by(b) the coupling of the material obtained in step (a) to the required molecular weight, using a diaryl ester of carbonic acid or of a dicarboxylic acid.Both steps are performed in the presence of a catalyst. The copolymerizations can be run in bulk under vacuum in a single or twin screw extruder. Using the above conditions high molecular weight, high quality block copolymers having a combination of excellent properties are obtained in a matter of minutes.

Abstract: Novel vinyl chloride copolymers including a hydroxyalkyl acrylate or methacrylate or allyl alcohol, an epoxy-containing vinyl monomer and an acid functionality from either certain carboxylic acid-containing monomers or a phosphorus ester moiety in selected proportions provide suitable binder resins for applications such as magnetic recording media, imparting desirable thermal stability together with enhanced dispersion and magnetic property characteristics and miscibility with elastomers employed in such media.

Abstract: Coating compositions based on a binder which is the reaction product of lactone grafted onto hydroxy substituted polyphenylether possess improved properties useful for deformable substrates.

Abstract: High-temperature coating materials are prepared by cross-linking copolymers of oligomers produced by nickel catalyzed coupling of unsubstituted aryl polyhalides with substituted organic halides.

Abstract: Ambient temperature curable compositions comprising a hydroxyl containing organic polymer and an aminoorganosilicon acylamino compound, said compositions being useful as protective coating compositions.

Abstract: Ambient temperature curable compositions comprising a hydroxyl containing organic polymer and an aminosilicon compound, said compositions being useful as protective coating compositions.