Patents by Inventor Daniel L. Worth

Daniel L. Worth has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Non-formaldehyde durable press textile treatment
    Patent number: 4269603
    Abstract: This invention relates to a durable press treatment for textile fabrics containing cellulosic fibers and which is characterized by avoiding the use of formaldehyde and problems associated therewith. The fabric is impregnated with a formaldehyde-free finishing agent containing glyoxal, reactive silicone and a catalyst. The fabric is thereafter dried and the finishing agent is cured to impart durable press properties to the fabric.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 4, 1979
    Date of Patent: May 26, 1981
    Assignee: Riegel Textile Corporation
    Inventor: Daniel L. Worth
  • Buffered non-formaldehyde durable press textile treatment
    Patent number: 4269602
    Abstract: This invention relates to a durable press treatment for textile fabrics containing cellulosic fibers and which is characterized by avoiding the use of formaldehyde and problems associated therewith. The fabric is impregnated with a formaldehyde-free finishing agent containing glyoxal, reactive silicone, a catalyst and a buffering agent for reducing the acidity of the fabric. The fabric is thereafter dried and the finishing agent is cured to impart durable press properties to the fabric.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 1979
    Date of Patent: May 26, 1981
    Assignee: Riegel Textile Corporation
    Inventors: Daniel L. Worth, Ernest A. Freeman, Jr.