Abstract: The present invention pertains to a siliconized polyester resin that has a sufficiently high Tg that the siliconized polyester is a solid at room temperature. The silicone polyester preferably has a Tg of 30° C. or greater. The silicone polyester can be produced as a particulate and remain stable at room temperature. The particulate silicone polyester is suitable for use in coating compositions, including powder coating compositions. The coating can be clear or pigmented, and thus optionally can include pigment. The coating composition also includes a crosslinker. The coating composition can be ground into a powder. The powder is stable at room temperature. The powder is then capable of being coated on a suitable substrate and then baked to form a coated metal object.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a siliconized polyester resin that has a sufficiently high Tg that the siliconized polyester is a solid at room temperature. The silicone polyester preferably has a Tg of 30° C. or greater. The silicone polyester can be produced as a particulate and remain stable at room temperature. The particulate silicone polyester is suitable for use in coating compositions, including powder coating compositions. The coating can be clear or pigmented, and thus optionally can include pigment. The coating composition also includes a crosslinker. The coating composition can be ground into a powder. The powder is stable at room temperature. The powder is then capable of being coated on a suitable substrate and then baked to form a coated metal object.

Abstract: In at least one embodiment, the present invention relates to a silicone non-stick coating, products having these coatings, and methods for making the same. In at least one embodiment, the coating comprises the cured product of silicone resin, silicone fluid, and durability agent.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a siliconized polyester resin that has a sufficiently high Tg that the siliconized polyester is a solid at room temperature. The silicone polyester preferably has a Tg of 30° C. or greater. The silicone polyester can be produced as a particulate and remain stable at room temperature. The particulate silicone polyester is suitable for use in coating compositions, including powder coating compositions. The coating can be clear or pigmented, and thus optionally can include pigment. The coating composition also includes a crosslinker. The coating composition can be ground into a powder. The powder is stable at room temperature. The powder is then capable of being coated on a suitable substrate and then baked to form a coated metal object.

Abstract: An exemplary embodiment of the invention relates to a computer-based system and method for automating supply chain functions in a network environment, and more particularly, for identifying and implementing cost-savings techniques within the parts procurement and production planning system of an extended enterprise. The system includes a manufacturing enterprise or original equipment manufacturer (OEM) system comprising a host system operating a web server, an applications server, and a database manager; a data storage device in communication with the host system, and at least one terminal for accessing the host system. The OEM system runs on a network that is coupled to the Internet and is accessible to a supplier enterprise system and/or contract manufacturer system identified with proper permissions. The applications server executes a set of programs for managing the OEM system, including the A-source application of the present invention.

Abstract: A topical antioxidant composition for the protection of skin from damage caused by ultraviolet radiation. The composition includes a first component (such as beta glucan) that increases cellular viability of epidermal cells, and a second component that decreases the production of inflammatory mediators, such as prostaglandins in those cells. In a particular embodiment, the composition includes beta glucan in combination with panthenol, grape seed extract, vitamin C and superoxide dismutase, which exhibit a synergistic effect in protecting the skin from the adverse effects of ultraviolet radiation. In another embodiment, the composition further includes Vitamin A and Vitamin E. The antioxidant compositions are incorporated into sunscreen products, soap, moisturizing lotions, skin toners, and other skin care products.

Abstract: A topical antioxidant composition for the protection of skin from damage caused by ultraviolet radiation. The composition includes a first component (such as beta glucan) that increases cellular viability of epidermal cells, and a second component that decreases the production of inflammatory mediators, such as prostaglandins in those cells. In a particular embodiment, the composition includes beta glucan in combination with panthenol, grape seed extract, vitamin C and superoxide dismutase, which exhibit a synergistic effect in protecting the skin from the adverse effects of ultraviolet radiation. In another embodiment, the composition further includes Vitamin A and Vitamin E. The antioxidant compositions are incorporated into sunscreen products, soap, moisturizing lotions, skin toners, and other skin care products.

Abstract: A topical antioxidant composition for the protection of skin from damage caused by ultraviolet radiation. The composition includes a first component (such as beta glucan) that increases cellular viability of epidermal cells, and a second component that decreases the production of inflammatory mediators, such as prostaglandins in those cells. In a particular embodiment, the composition includes beta glucan in combination with panthenol, grape seed extract, vitamin C and superoxide dismutase, which exhibit a synergistic effect in protecting the skin from the adverse effects of ultraviolet radiation. In another embodiment, the composition further includes Vitamin A and Vitamin E. The antioxidant compositions are incorporated into sunscreen products, soap, moisturizing lotions, skin toners, and other skin care products.

Abstract: A synergistic combination of one or more antioxidants and sunscreen agents provides superior protection of the skin against the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation. In particular embodiments, the antioxidants include lipid soluble vitamins and water soluble antioxidants in an emulsification system, such as a polyorganosiloxane emulsifier. The lipid soluble vitamin component includes Vitamins A and E, while the water soluble antioxidant component includes magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, DL panthenol, beta glucan, grape seed extract and superoxide dismutase. The sunscreen agents may include a UVA sunscreen agent selected from the group of oxybenzone, dioxybenzone, sulisobenzone, avobenzone or zinc oxide, and at least one UVB sunscreen agent, selected from the group of ethylhexyl methoxycinnamate, DEA methoxycinnamate, padimate O, ethylhexyl salicylate, homosalate, TEA salicylate, octocrylene or titanium dioxide.

Abstract: An apparatus for cutting and desplicing a roll of spliced films, being transported through the apparatus, to form filmstrip leading and trailing ends and re-shaping each end to their desired configurations having, a splice cutter located along the film path for forming two filmstrip ends with residual splices thereon, punch and die assemblies located adjacent to the splice cutter for re-shaping the ends of the filmstrip and removing the residual splice, moveable alignment guides located adjacent to each punch and die assembly, for aligning the film prior to cutting and re-shaping operations, a plurality of flexible guides located along the film path for guiding the spliced and despliced films along the film path, and an aperture located below the splice cutter, underneath the film path, for disposing of the removed residual splices, is described. A method for cutting and re-shaping the ends of a filmstrip using the apparatus is also described.

Abstract: Dentifrices containing sanguinarine of superior stability and increased uptake into dental plaque are attained by the inclusion of hydrated silica as an abrasive.

Abstract: A container filling device that raises a case of empty containers to be filled to engagement with a centering block and fill tube assembly. Each centering block surrounds a fill tube extending into the container and forms a seal around the neck of the container to be filled while providing communication between the interior of the container and a vacuum system. Fluid operated reciprocating piston pumps, through a system of check valves, draw measured amounts of liquid product from a bulk storage container and thereafter inject the measured amounts through the fill tubes into the containers while air is simultaneously exhausted from the containers by vacuum.

Abstract: Novel nail coating formulations containing aqueous emulsion polymers which have a T.sub.g range from about -10.degree. C. to 50.degree. C., a solids content from about 30 to 55 percent, and a moisture vapor transmission of the film from about 0.1 to 1.6 mg./cm..sup.2 /hr. have improved properties, such as, reduced occlusion, faster drying time, non-yellowing of the nail, and non-flammable solvent.

Abstract: In the manufacture of a rigid elongate member of resin bonded reinforcing elements, e.g. a resin bonded glass fibre rod, reinforcing elements are passed through an apertured guide and are secured to one of two hook means spaced one vertically above the other. Elongate loops of the reinforcing elements are formed by effecting vertical to and fro movement of the guide between the hook means, as the guide approaches each hook means in turn the guide partially rotating said hook means so that the elements are wound over it. One hook means is rotatably driven with respect to the other hook means to twist the elongate loops together to form a skein in which the twisted reinforced elements are held under tension between the two hook means. The skein is then cured.

Abstract: In a rigid electromagnetic waveguide, reinforcing elements (e.g. glass fibres) or one or more layers of the reinforcing wall extend lengthwise, preferably parallel to the waveguide axis, throughout the length of the waveguide. Preferably in the outermost layer or in outer layers of the reinforcing wall reinforcing elements extend helically about the waveguide. The longitudinally extending reinforcing elements are preferably applied to a stationary mandrel, which may be arranged vertically, through an annular guide which travels to and fro along the length of the mandrel, the elements being retained at the start and finish of each pass of the guide. The resistance of the waveguide to bending when supported horizontally is increased.

Abstract: A rigid electromagnetic waveguide is manufactured in a continuous series of operations by causing an elongate mandrel, supported vertically, to travel along a predetermined path successively to a wire-winding station where a layer of closely wound helical turns of wire is applied; a station or stations where a layer or layers of resin-impregnated reinforcing elements to form a reinforcing wall is or are applied; a curing station where the resin is cured; and an extraction station where the waveguide is removed from the mandrel. Between the last of the stations where a layer of the reinforcing wall is formed and the curing station, the mandrel may pass through stations where a moisture barrier and an outer protective covering are applied. Risk of change in tension in the wires or reinforcing elements about the neutral axis of the waveguide is reduced.