Patents by Inventor Mark Allan Treece
Mark Allan Treece 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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Publication number: 20220227993Abstract: The present disclosure relates to recyclable extrusion blow molded articles made from blends of recycled PET and copolyester compositions which comprise residues of terephthalic acid, neopentyl glycol (NPG), 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol (CHDM), ethylene glycol (EG), and/or 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol residues, in certain compositional ranges that are <4 mm thickness, have a high level of recycled PET content, have low haze and are recyclable in a PET stream.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2020Publication date: July 21, 2022Applicant: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Mark Allan Treece, Michael Gage Armstrong, Robert William Seymour
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Publication number: 20220213263Abstract: The present disclosure relates to recyclable molded articles made from blends of recycled PET and copolyester compositions which comprise residues of terephthalic acid, neopentyl glycol (NPG), 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol (CHDM), ethylene glycol (EG), and/or 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol residues, in certain compositional ranges that are thick-walled (>4 mm), have a high level of recycled PET content, have low haze and are recyclable in a PET stream.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 8, 2020Publication date: July 7, 2022Applicant: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Mark Allan Treece, Robert William Seymour
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Patent number: 11198781Abstract: This disclosure pertains to novel polyvinyl chloride compositions containing polyvinyl chloride resins, polycarbonate resins and copolyester resins. More particularly, the present disclosure pertains to polyvinyl chloride compositions including admixtures of polycarbonates and high glass transition temperature (Tg) copolyesters to increase the Tg and the heat distortion temperature under load (HDTUL) of the polyvinyl chloride compositions.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2020Date of Patent: December 14, 2021Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Robert Erik Young, Mark Allan Treece, Michael Eugene Donelson
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Patent number: 11198782Abstract: This disclosure pertains to novel polyvinyl chloride compositions containing polyvinyl chloride resins, polycarbonate resins and copolyester resins. More particularly, the present disclosure pertains to polyvinyl chloride compositions including admixtures of polycarbonates and high glass transition temperature (Tg) copolyesters to increase the Tg and the heat distortion temperature under load (HDTUL) of the polyvinyl chloride compositions.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2018Date of Patent: December 14, 2021Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Robert Erik Young, Mark Allan Treece, Michael Eugene Donelson
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Publication number: 20200308388Abstract: This disclosure pertains to novel polyvinyl chloride compositions containing polyvinyl chloride resins, polycarbonate resins and copolyester resins. More particularly, the present disclosure pertains to polyvinyl chloride compositions including admixtures of polycarbonates and high glass transition temperature (Tg) copolyesters to increase the Tg and the heat distortion temperature under load (HDTUL) of the polyvinyl chloride compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 15, 2020Publication date: October 1, 2020Applicant: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Robert Erik Young, Mark Allan Treece, Michael Eugene Donelson
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Publication number: 20200190307Abstract: This disclosure pertains to novel polyvinyl chloride compositions containing polyvinyl chloride resins, polycarbonate resins and copolyester resins. More particularly, the present disclosure pertains to polyvinyl chloride compositions including admixtures of polycarbonates and high glass transition temperature (Tg) copolyesters to increase the Tg and the heat distortion temperature under load (HDTUL) of the polyvinyl chloride compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 14, 2018Publication date: June 18, 2020Applicant: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Robert Erik Young, Mark Allan Treece, Michael Eugene Donelson
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Patent number: 10584238Abstract: This disclosure pertains to fiber reinforced polyvinyl chloride compositions which comprise fibrous materials, at least one polyvinyl chloride resins and at least one high Tg copolyester. Processes for producing the novel fiber reinforced polyvinyl chloride compositions as well as articles made using these compositions.Type: GrantFiled: April 5, 2019Date of Patent: March 10, 2020Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Marc Alan Strand, Robert Erik Young, Mark Allan Treece
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Patent number: 10556388Abstract: The present invention is generally directed to prepreg composites, typically in the form of unidirectional tapes, which contain at least one reinforcing fiber and a thermoplastic polyester matrix. The prepreg composites can be thermally bonded to a wood-containing material in order to improve the structural performance of the material without requiring adhesives. The prepreg composite of the present invention can be applied to a wide range of wood substrates, including various hardwoods, softwoods, and engineered wood composites.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 2015Date of Patent: February 11, 2020Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Mark Allan Treece, John Thomas Hofmann, Kendrick Casey Halsey
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Publication number: 20190233632Abstract: This disclosure pertains to fiber reinforced polyvinyl chloride compositions which comprise fibrous materials, at least one polyvinyl chloride resins and at least one high Tg copolyester. Processes for producing the novel fiber reinforced polyvinyl chloride compositions as well as articles made using these compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2019Publication date: August 1, 2019Applicant: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Marc Alan Strand, Robert Erik Young, Mark Allan Treece
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Patent number: 10308799Abstract: This disclosure pertains to fiber reinforced polyvinyl chloride compositions which comprise fibrous materials, at least one polyvinyl chloride resins and at least one high Tg copolyester. Processes for producing the novel fiber reinforced polyvinyl chloride compositions as well as articles made using these compositions.Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2017Date of Patent: June 4, 2019Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Marc Alan Strand, Robert Erik Young, Mark Allan Treece
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Publication number: 20180371225Abstract: This disclosure pertains to fiber reinforced polyvinyl chloride compositions which comprise fibrous materials, at least one polyvinyl chloride resins and at least one high Tg copolyester. Processes for producing the novel fiber reinforced polyvinyl chloride compositions as well as articles made using these compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 21, 2017Publication date: December 27, 2018Applicant: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Marc Alan Strand, Robert Erik Young, Mark Allan Treece
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Publication number: 20180171631Abstract: The present invention is generally directed to prepreg composites, typically in the form of unidirectional tapes, which contain at least one reinforcing fiber and a thermoplastic polyester matrix. The prepreg composites can be thermally bonded to a mineral-containing substrate in order to improve the performance characteristics of the substrate without requiring adhesives and without significantly increasing the mass or thickness of the substrate. The prepreg composite of the present invention can be applied to a wide range of mineral-containing substrates, including structural panels, gypsum wallboards, plasterboard, drywall, cement boards, or ceiling tiles.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 21, 2016Publication date: June 21, 2018Applicant: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Jeremy Hager Klug, Mark Allan Treece, Kaitlyn Elizabeth Ailey, Kendrick Casey Halsey, John Thomas Hofmann
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Publication number: 20160311156Abstract: The present invention is generally directed to prepreg composites, typically in the form of unidirectional tapes, which contain at least one reinforcing fiber and a thermoplastic polyester matrix. The prepreg composites can be thermally bonded to a wood-containing material in order to improve the structural performance of the material without requiring adhesives. The prepreg composite of the present invention can be applied to a wide range of wood substrates, including various hardwoods, softwoods, and engineered wood composites.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 22, 2015Publication date: October 27, 2016Applicant: EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANYInventors: Mark Allan Treece, John Thomas Hofmann, Kendrick Casey Halsey
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Patent number: 9062197Abstract: Polyester blends comprising (1) polyesters prepared from terephthalic acid, 100 to 5 mol % of 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol, and 0 to 95 mol % 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol and (b) polyesters prepared from terephthalic acid and alkylene glycol. The blends may also contain an impact modifier and a phosphorous stabilizer. These blends can have a combination of thermal stability and toughness—making the materials useful in engineering molding plastics, packaging, films, and fibers.Type: GrantFiled: March 22, 2010Date of Patent: June 23, 2015Assignee: EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANYInventors: Mark Allan Treece, Gary Michael Stack, Daniel Henry Bolton
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Patent number: 8893908Abstract: Extrusion blow mold assemblies, extrusion blow molded articles exhibiting increased strength and enhanced processability, and processes for making said articles. In some aspects, the articles produced herein can include relatively rigid bottles and other containers that exhibit high drop impact performance, while still being relatively easy to deflash. Such containers can be efficiently produced on a commercial scale and are widely usable in a variety of applications, including those in the food, beverage, cosmetic, and medical industries.Type: GrantFiled: July 18, 2013Date of Patent: November 25, 2014Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Mark Allan Treece, William Joseph Burgess, Harold Eugene Dobbs, Michael Wandell Cradic
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Publication number: 20140034658Abstract: Extrusion blow mold assemblies, extrusion blow molded articles exhibiting increased strength and enhanced processability, and processes for making said articles. In some aspects, the articles produced herein can include relatively rigid bottles and other containers that exhibit high drop impact performance, while still being relatively easy to deflash. Such containers can be efficiently produced on a commercial scale and are widely usable in a variety of applications, including those in the food, beverage, cosmetic, and medical industries.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 18, 2013Publication date: February 6, 2014Applicant: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Mark Allan Treece, William Joseph Burgess, Harold Eugene Dobbs, Michael Wandell Cradic
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Patent number: 8604139Abstract: Extrusion profile articles comprising a polyester having a dicarboxylic acid component and a glycol component. The dicarboxlyic acid component comprises at least 90 mole % terephthalic acid residues. The glycol component comprises at least 75 mole % ethylene glycol residues and 15 to 25 mole % residues of a difunctional glycol such as, for example, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol. Such extrusion profile articles can exhibit reduced haze, reduced sharkskin, and/or increased compatibility in PET recycling.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2008Date of Patent: December 10, 2013Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Thomas Joseph Pecorini, Spencer Allen Gilliam, Ignacio Garcia, Alan Keith Phillips, Robert Ellis McCrary, Mark Allan Treece, Daniel Christopher Cobb, Harold Eugene Dobbs
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Patent number: 8604138Abstract: Extrusion blow molded (EBM) articles comprising a polyester having a dicarboxylic acid component and a glycol component. The dicarboxylic acid component comprises at least 90 mole % terephthalic acid residues. The glycol component comprises at least 75 mole % ethylene glycol residues and 15 to 25 mole % residues of a difunctional glycol such as, for example, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol. Such EBM articles can exhibit reduced haze, reduced sharkskin, and/or increased compatibility in PET recycling.Type: GrantFiled: October 21, 2008Date of Patent: December 10, 2013Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Thomas Joseph Pecorini, Spencer Allen Gilliam, Ignacio Garcia, Alan Keith Phillips, Robert Ellis McCrary, Mark Allan Treece, Daniel Christopher Cobb, Harold Eugene Dobbs
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Patent number: 8586652Abstract: This invention relates to certain poly(1,4-cyclohexylenedimethylene terephthalate) copolyesters which are useful for the preparation of clear and tough thick wall molded parts, produced at good cycle times. The copolyesters can be molded into desired shapes such as cosmetic jars, fragrance caps, tool handles, and toothbrushes. These molded articles can have thick or thin walls and may be molded in a two shot molding process. The copolyesters also have good flow and reduced cycle times.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 2010Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Assignee: Eastman Chemical CompanyInventors: Alisa Annette Williams, Mark Allan Treece, Ludovic Claude Robert Gardet, Gary Michael Stack
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Publication number: 20130029068Abstract: Extrusion blow molded (EBM) articles comprising a polyester having a dicarboxylic acid component and a glycol component. The dicarboxlyic acid component comprises at least 90 mole % terephthalic acid residues. The glycol component comprises at least 88 mole % ethylene glycol residues and 7 to 12 mole % residues of a difunctional glycol such as, for example, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol. Such EBM articles can exhibit reduced haze, reduced sharkskin, and/or increased compatibility in PET recycling.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 28, 2011Publication date: January 31, 2013Applicant: EASTMAN CHEMICAL COMPANYInventors: Mark Allan Treece, Thomas Joseph Pecorini, Roger Lee Martin, Bryan Steven Bishop