Patents by Inventor Gary M. Strandburg
Gary M. Strandburg 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).
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Patent number: 9547246Abstract: A compound that includes an aqueous dispersion, wherein the dispersion includes a thermoplastic resin and at least one stabilizing agent, and at least one selected from the group consisting of a colorant and a magnetic pigment, wherein the dispersion has an average volume diameter particle size from about 0.05 to about 10 microns is described.Type: GrantFiled: February 25, 2010Date of Patent: January 17, 2017Assignee: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: John Klier, Richard D. Varjian, Alastair S. Hill, Timothy J. Young, Richard A. Lundgard, Michael J. Johnson, Qichun Wan, Matthew J. Kalinowski, Mechelle A. Churchfield, Gary M. Strandburg, David J. Magley
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Publication number: 20160230103Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous pour point depressant dispersion composition comprising a thermoplastic polymer, preferably ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA); a dispersing agent; water; optionally an aqueous freezing point depressant; and optionally a stabilizing agent wherein the volume average particle size of the dispersed thermoplastic polymer is equal to or less than 1 micrometers and a method to make and use said composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 20, 2016Publication date: August 11, 2016Applicant: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: Dale C. Schmidt, Stephanie A. Bloxom, Roger L. Kuhlman, Jeffrey D. Michalowski, Melissa A. Mielcarek, Gary M. Strandburg
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Publication number: 20150369822Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous pour point depressant dispersion composition comprising a thermoplastic polymer, preferably ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA); a dispersing agent; water; optionally an aqueous freezing point depressant; and optionally a stabilizing agent wherein the volumn average particle size of the dispersed thermoplastic polymer is equal to or less than 1 micrometers and a method to make and use said composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 30, 2012Publication date: December 24, 2015Applicant: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: Gary M Strandburg, Stephanie A. Bloxom, Roger L. Kuhlman, Jeffrey D. Michalowski, Melissa A. Mielcarek, DAle C. Schmidt
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Patent number: 8916640Abstract: Blended polyolefin dispersions, including: (A) a liquid; (B) an olefin-based polymer dispersed in the liquid, the dispersed olefin-based polymer having an average particle size ranging from 0.1 to 5 microns; and (C) an alpha-beta unsaturated carboxylic acid-based polymer dispersed in the liquid, the dispersed alpha-beta unsaturated carboxylic acid-based polymer having an average particle size ranging from 0.02 microns to 1 micron. Coatings, froths, foams, toners, and other various uses for the blended dispersions are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: August 28, 2007Date of Patent: December 23, 2014Assignee: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: Mark W. VanSumeren, Ronald Wevers, Charles F. Diehl, Gary M. Strandburg, Brad M. Moncla, Kevin D. Maak
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Patent number: 8785531Abstract: A dispersion and methods for forming a dispersion that includes a catalytic linear multi-block olefin interpolymer, and at least one dispersing agent, wherein the catalytic linear multi-block olefin interpolymer includes at least one hard segment and at least one soft segment is disclosed. Various applications of the dispersion are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2007Date of Patent: July 22, 2014Assignee: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: Mark W. VanSumeren, Ronald Wevers, Charles F. Diehl, Gary M. Strandburg, Brad Maurice Moncla, Kevin D. Maak
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Publication number: 20140094537Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous pour point depressant dispersion composition comprising a thermoplastic polymer, preferably ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA); a dispersing agent; water; optionally an aqueous freezing point depressant; and optionally a stabilizing agent wherein the volume average particle size of the dispersed thermoplastic polymer is equal to or less than 1 micrometers and a method to make and use said composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 30, 2012Publication date: April 3, 2014Applicant: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: Dale C. Schmidt, Stephanie A. Bioxom, Roger L. Kuhlman, Jeffrey D. Michalowski, Melissa A. Mielcarek, Gary M. Strandburg
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Patent number: 8686056Abstract: Olefin polymer-based, durable, open-cell foam compositions, structures and articles derived from same; methods for preparation of such foams; and use of the dry durable foams in various applications are disclosed. Further described is use of the foams and structures and articles made of same in absorption, filtration, insulation, cushioning and backing applications, and in particular for odor removal, hygiene and medical applications due to, among other properties, good absorption capabilities, softness and/or flexibility of the foams and their recyclable nature.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2012Date of Patent: April 1, 2014Assignee: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: Gary M. Strandburg, Mark W. VanSumeren, Shaofu Wu, Luther E. Stockton
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Publication number: 20130210977Abstract: The invention generally relates to an aqueous thermoplastic polymer dispersion containing ingredients that include, among other things, a dispersion desensitizer; methods of use thereof, and articles manufactured therefrom.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2010Publication date: August 15, 2013Applicants: ROHM AND HAAS COMPANY, DOW GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES LLCInventors: Yunfei Yan, Wei Chao Gu, Dong Wang, Wenyu Shang, Gary M. Strandburg
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Publication number: 20130129993Abstract: Sheet-like products, such as tissue products made from a low-density web, are disclosed containing an additive composition. The additive composition, for instance, comprises an aqueous dispersion containing an alpha-olefin polymer, and an ethylene-carboxylic acid copolymer. The additive composition may be applied to the surface of the web so that it does not thoroughly or even substantially penetrate the web. For instance, the additive may be applied to one or both surfaces of the web by gravure printing, press coating, spraying or the like. The additive composition may improve the strength of the tissue web and/or improve the perceived softness of the web.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 19, 2011Publication date: May 23, 2013Applicant: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: Jian Qin, Donald E. Waldroup, Deborah Joy Calewarts, Charles W. Colman, Jeffrey F. Jurena, Douglas W. Stage, Timothy J. Young, Femi Kotoye, Matthew J. Kalinowski, Gary M. Strandburg
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Patent number: 8445393Abstract: Sheet-like products, such as tissue products made from a low-density web, are disclosed containing an additive composition. The additive composition, for instance, comprises an aqueous dispersion containing an alpha-olefin polymer, and an ethylene-carboxylic acid copolymer. The additive composition may be applied to the surface of the web so that it does not thoroughly or even substantially penetrate the web. For instance, the additive may be applied to one or both surfaces of the web by gravure printing, press coating, spraying or the like. The additive composition may improve the strength of the tissue web and/or improve the perceived softness of the web.Type: GrantFiled: July 27, 2010Date of Patent: May 21, 2013Assignee: Kimberly-Clark Worldwide, Inc.Inventors: Jian Qin, Donald E. Waldroup, Deborah Joy Calewarts, Charles W. Colman, Jeffrey F. Jurena, Douglas W. Stage, Timothy J. Young, Femi Kotoye, Matthew J. Kalinowski, Gary M. Strandburg
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Patent number: 8404780Abstract: The adhesion between a low surface energy (i.e., nonpolar) material, e.g., a polyolefin such as polyethylene, and a high surface energy (i.e., polar) material, e.g., a polyester, polyurethane, polycarbonate or polylactic acid, is promoted by blending with the nonpolar material typically from 15 to less than 50 wt % of a diol-based thermoplastic polyurethane (d-TPU), e.g., a polydiene diol-based TPU, based on the combined weight of the nonpolar material and the d-TPU. The promoted adhesion allows for the effective painting, printing, over-molding or HF-welding of a nonpolar substrate, e.g., a polyolefin film, with a polar coating, e.g., a paint, ink, etc. Aqueous dispersions can also be made from the blend of nonpolar material and d-TPU.Type: GrantFiled: October 31, 2007Date of Patent: March 26, 2013Assignee: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: Laura B. Weaver, Ashish Batra, Patricia Ansems, Gary M. Strandburg, Matthew J. Kalinkowski
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Patent number: 8357727Abstract: Olefin polymer-based, durable, open-cell foam compositions, structures and articles derived from same; methods for preparation of such foams; and use of the dry durable foams in various applications are disclosed. Further described is use of the foams and structures and articles made of same in absorption, filtration, insulation, cushioning and backing applications, and in particular for odor removal, hygiene and medical applications due to, among other properties, good absorption capabilities, softness and/or flexibility of the foams and their recyclable nature.Type: GrantFiled: February 27, 2008Date of Patent: January 22, 2013Inventors: Gary M. Strandburg, Mark W. VanSumeren, Shaofu Wu, Luther E. Stockton
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Patent number: 8349531Abstract: Compounds and methods of forming compounds useful as a toner or toner precursor are disclosed. The compounds may include an aqueous dispersion, the dispersion including: (A) at least one thermoplastic resin; and (B) 0 to 5 weight percent of a stabilizing agent, based on the total weight of (A) and (B). The dispersion may have an average volume diameter particle size from about 0.05 to about 10 microns. A combined amount of the thermoplastic resin and the stabilizing agent may have an acid number of less than 25 mg KOH/g.Type: GrantFiled: November 26, 2008Date of Patent: January 8, 2013Assignee: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: Timothy J. Young, Richard A. Lundgard, Michael J. Johnson, Qichun Wan, Matthew J. Kalinowski, Mechelle A. Churchfield, Gary M. Strandburg
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Patent number: 8318257Abstract: Dispersions and methods for forming dispersions that include a higher crystallinity polyolefin and at least one dispersing agent are disclosed. Various applications for use of the dispersions are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: September 18, 2008Date of Patent: November 27, 2012Assignee: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: Anthony C. Neubauer, Albert Quaranta, Neil W. Dunchus, Matthew J. Kalinowski, Gary M. Strandburg, Kevin D. Maak
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Publication number: 20120028004Abstract: Sheet-like products, such as tissue products made from a low-density web, are disclosed containing an additive composition. The additive composition, for instance, comprises an aqueous dispersion containing an alpha-olefin polymer, and an ethylene-carboxylic acid copolymer. The additive composition may be applied to the surface of the web so that it does not thoroughly or even substantially penetrate the web. For instance, the additive may be applied to one or both surfaces of the web by gravure printing, press coating, spraying or the like. The additive composition may improve the strength of the tissue web and/or improve the perceived softness of the web.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 27, 2010Publication date: February 2, 2012Inventors: Jian Qin, Donald E. Waldroup, Deborah Joy Calewarts, Charles W. Colman, Jeffrey F. Jurena, Douglas W. Stage, Timothy J. Young, Femi Kotoye, Matthew J. Kalinowski, Gary M. Strandburg
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Publication number: 20110319521Abstract: The present invention provides a dispersion, and a process for producing a dispersion. The dispersion according to the present invention comprises (a) one or more subparticles having an average particle size diameter in the range of 0.01 to 9 ?m; (b) one or more base polymers at least partially encapsulating the one or more subparticles; wherein said at least partially encapsulated one or more subparticles have an average particle size diameter in the range of 0.05 to 10 ?m; (c) one or more stabilizing agents; and (d) a liquid media comprising water.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 16, 2010Publication date: December 29, 2011Inventors: Richard A. Lundgard, David L. Malotky, Matthew J. Kalinowski, Timothy J. Young, Gary M. Strandburg, Jodi M. Mecca
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Patent number: 7947776Abstract: An aqueous dispersions including (A) at least one ethylene-based polyolefin forming a dispersed polymer phase; (B) at least one dispersing agent; and (C) water; wherein the dispersion has a pH of less than 12; and wherein the dispersed polymer phase has a volume average particle size of less than about 5 microns. In other aspects, an article or a substrate including a coating, wherein the coating was obtained from an aqueous dispersion comprising (A) at least one of an ethylene-based polyolefin and a propylene-based polyolefin; (B) at least one dispersing agent; and (C) water; wherein the dispersion had a pH of less than 12.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 2007Date of Patent: May 24, 2011Assignee: Dow Global Technologies LLCInventors: Brad M. Moncla, Matthew J. Kalinowski, David R. Speth, Charles F. Diehl, Dale C. Schmidt, Kevin D. Maak, Wenbin Liang, Gary M. Strandburg
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Publication number: 20110064688Abstract: Described are personal care compositions, comprising an aqueous dispersion comprising silicone and an ethylene acrylic acid copolymer; and at least one cosmetically acceptable surfactant, emollient, or cosmetic active.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 15, 2010Publication date: March 17, 2011Applicant: DOW GLOBAL TECHNOLOGIES INC.Inventors: Susan L. Jordan, Gary M. Strandburg, Mechelle A. Churchfield
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Patent number: 7812062Abstract: Olefin polymer-based, durable, open-cell foam compositions, structures and articles derived from same; methods for preparation of such foams; and use of the dry durable foams in various applications are disclosed. Further described is use of the foams and structures and articles made of same in absorption, filtration, insulation, cushioning and backing applications, and in particular for odor removal, hygiene and medical applications due to, among other properties, good absorption capabilities, softness and/or flexibility of the foams and their recyclable nature.Type: GrantFiled: May 25, 2007Date of Patent: October 12, 2010Assignee: Dow Global Technologies, Inc.Inventors: Gary M. Strandburg, Mark W. VanSumeren, Shaofu Wu, Luther E. Stockton
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Publication number: 20100255207Abstract: Dispersions and methods for forming dispersions that include a higher crystallinity polyolefin and at least one persing agent are disclosed. Various applications for use of the dispersions are also disclosed.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 18, 2008Publication date: October 7, 2010Applicant: DOW Global Technologies Inc.Inventors: Anthony C. Neubauer, Albert Quaranta, Neil W. Dunchus, Matthew J. Kalinowski, Gary M. Strandburg, Kevin D. Maak