Abstract: A composite material having physical characteristics equivalent to particle board materials bonded with resin-based adhesives that contain formaldehyde-urea is formed of reclaimed textile debris comprising fabric scraps and a latex based binder. The binder includes natural rubber latex, sulfur, an anti-oxidant agent and pH adjustment substances. The binder may also include selected amounts of zinc oxide, zinc diethyldithiocarbamate and a stabilizer. Production of the composite material includes mixing the constituents and vulcanization through the application of heat and compression. Cold compression is subsequently applied.

Abstract: A composite material having physical characteristics equivalent to particle board materials bonded with resin-based adhesives that contain formaldehyde-urea is formed of reclaimed textile debris comprising fabric scraps and a latex based binder. The binder includes natural rubber latex, sulfur, an anti-oxidant agent and pH adjustment substances. The binder may also include selected amounts of zinc oxide, zinc diethyldithiocarbamate and a stabilizer. Production of the composite material includes mixing the constituents and vulcanization through the application of heat and compression. Cold compression is subsequently applied.

Abstract: Molded, soft composite articles such as seat cushions are made by (a) applying a composition which forms a soft elastomer to all interior walls of an open mold, (b) introducing a composition which will react to form a low density, high resiliency, flexible foam under molding conditions into the mold in a manner such that the foam-forming composition will be substantially completely within the elastomer-forming composition; (c) closing the mold (i) prior to introduction of the foam-forming composition or (ii) at some point during or subsequent to introduction of the foam-forming mixture but before foam formation is completed and (d) allowing the foam-forming mixture to form a foam. The composite articles produced by this simple one-step process are characterized by good cushioning characteristics, good abrasion resistance and good mold reproducibility. This molding process generates less waste and requires less labor and equipment than current commercial processes.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process for preparing optionally reinforced rigid polyurethanes by the reaction, under resin transfer molding conditions at an isocyanate index of 90 to 130, of(a) an organic polyisocyanate, with(b) 15 to 80 percent by weight, based on the total of components (b), (c), and (d), of certain polyester polyols having long-chain fatty acid or fatty alcohol groups, a number average molecular weight of 500 to 3000, and a metal ion content below 100 ppm; and(c) 20 to 85 percent by weight, based on the total of components (b), (c), (d) and (e), of one or more crosslinkers, other than component (b), containing 3 to 8 hydroxyl groups and having a molecular weight of 92 to 1000 and a metal ion content below 100 ppm,(d) 0 to 60 percent by weight, based on the total of components (b), (c), and (d), of an isocyanate-reactive compound, other than a polyester polyol of component (b), having a metal ion content below 100 ppm, selected from (i) an isocyanate-reactive polyol containing 3 to 6 hydroxyl

Abstract: This invention relates to flexible foams and flexible molded foams prepared from an isocyanate component comprising an allophanate-modified diphenylmethane diisocyanate. The present invention also relates to processes for the production of these flexible foams and flexible molded foams.

Abstract: This invention relates to flexible foams and flexible molded foams prepared from an isocyanate blend comprising an allophanate modified MDI, a polyether polyol, and a polymethylene poly(phenyl isocyanate). The present invention also relates to processes for the production of these flexible foams and flexible molded foams.

Abstract: This invention relates to a flame-retardant polyurethane spray system prepared by mixing at an isocyanate index of from 90 to 120(A) an isocyanate composition containing(a) an organic polyisocyanate, and(b) 0 to 50 wt. %, relative to the organic polyisocyanate, of a halogen-containing organic flame retardant; and(B) an isocyanate-reactive composition containing(a) 10 to 80 wt. % of an isocyanate-reactive compound having a molecular weight of 400 to 10,000 and functionality of 2 to 7;(b) 1 to 50 wt. % of an isocyanate-reactive compound having a molecular weight less than 399 and functionality of 2 to 6;(c) 0 to 15 wt. % of an isocyanate-reactive tertiary amine polyether having a molecular weight of 100 to 1000;(d) 5 to 55 wt.

Abstract: This invention relates to stabilizing isocyanate-reactive compositions containing flame retardants by the use of certain tertiary amines or ammonium compounds, in which said stabilized compositions are prepared by mixing(a) at least one isocyanate-reactive compound having a molecular weight of 400 to 10,000 and a functionality of 2 to 7;(b) at least one isocyanate-reactive compound having a molecular weight of less than 399 and a functionality of 2 to 6;(c) at least one (i) isocyanate-reactive tertiary amine polyether, (ii) fatty amido-amine, and/or (iii) ammonium salt derivative of a fatty amido-amine;(d) a flame retardant;(e) a catalyst; and(f) optional additives.This invention also relates to urethane-based products prepared by reaction of organic polyisocyanates with such compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to stabilizing isocyanate-reactive compositions containing flame retardants by the use of certain tertiary amines or ammonium compounds, in which said stabilized compositions are prepared by mixing(a) at least one isocyanate-reactive compound having a molecular weight of 400 to 10,000 and a functionality of 2 to 7;(b) at least one isocyanate-reactive compound having a molecular weight of less than 399 and a functionality of 2 to 6;(c) at least one (i) isocyanate-reactive tertiary amine polyether, (ii) fatty amido-amine, and/or (iii) ammonium salt derivative of a fatty amido-amine;(d) a flame retardant;(e) a catalyst; and(f) optional additives.This invention also relates to urethane-based products prepared by reaction of organic polyisocyanates with such compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to stabilizing isocyanate-reactive compositions containing flame retardants by the use of certain tertiary amines or ammonium compounds, in which said stabilized compositions are prepared by mixing(a) at least one isocyanate-reactive compound having a molecular weight of 400 to 10,000 and a functionality of 2 to 7;(b) at least one isocyanate-reactive compound having a molecular weight of less than 399 and a functionality of 2 to 6;(c) at least one (i) isocyanate-reactive tertiary amine polyether, (ii) fatty amido-amine, and/or (iii) ammonium salt derivative of a fatty amido-amine;(d) a flame retardant;(e) a catalyst; and(f) optional additives.This invention also relates to urethane-based products prepared by reaction of organic polyisocyanates with such compositions.

Abstract: A novel polyurethane prepared by reacting a) a specific polyol or specific polyol blend, b) an organic diamine, c) fillers, and d) a specific polyisocyanate is described. The invention also relates to the use of the polyurethane in the preparation of a composite structure wherein the polyurethane is applied to an adhesive coated ceramic enamel layer. The composites are eminently suitable for use in plumbing applications (e.g. as a bathtub).

Abstract: A novel polyurethane prepared by reacting a) a specific polyol or specific polyol blend, b) an organic diamine, c) fillers, and d) a specific polyisocyanate is described. The invention also relates to the use of the polyurethane in the preparation of a composite structure wherein the polyurethane is applied to an adhesive coated ceramic enamel layer. The composites are eminently suitable for use in plumbing applications (e.g. as a bathtub).

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process of preparing a polyurethane structural support by spraying a specific polyurethane onto a substrate. The polyurethane is prepared by reacting a specific polyol blend, an organic diamine, and an isocyanate in the presence of a moisture absorbing material and a polysiloxane defoaming agent.