Patents by Inventor Thomas J. Bate
Thomas J. Bate 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: 20220389155Abstract: A polyester polymer is polymerized from an alcohol component including a diol and a polyol and an acid component including terephthalic acid and isophthalic acid, with the terephthalic acid and isophthalic acid present in a desired molar ratio. The polyester polymer also includes carboxylic acid functional groups, a weight average molecular weight (MW) of at least 5000 Daltons (Da), and an acid value (AV) of 40 to 65. The polyester polymer may be formulated into a water-based coating composition for substrates such as articles of cookware to form a coating that is highly heat resistant and flexible while also providing non-stick properties with good release.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2020Publication date: December 8, 2022Applicant: PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.Inventors: Peter R. Jepson, Thomas J. Bate, David Daffern
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Patent number: 9051461Abstract: Fluoropolymer compositions that include multiple fluoropolymer components and, in exemplary applications, may be applied as coatings to either rigid or flexible substrates. The compositions may themselves be applied as basecoats or overcoats, or may be combined with other components to formulate basecoats or overcoats. In one embodiment, the compositions include at least one low molecular weight polytetrafluoroethylene (LPTFE) and at least two chemically different melt processible fluoropolymers (MPF). In another embodiment, the compositions include at least one high molecular weight polytetrafluoroethylene (HPTFE), at least one low molecular weight polytetrafluoroethylene (LPTFE), and at least two chemically different melt processible fluoropolymers (MPF).Type: GrantFiled: December 8, 2010Date of Patent: June 9, 2015Assignee: Whitford CorporationInventors: Leonard W. Harvey, Helen L. Brain, Thomas J. Bate, Anita K. Peacock, Susan J. Roberts-Bleming
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Publication number: 20150018462Abstract: A non-stick coating composition for use in applying to a substrate, the coating composition including at least one fluorocarbon resin, at least one acrylic resin, and inorganic particles with an average particle size between 15 and 20 ?m, and water. The coating, composition may be provided as a topcoat composition used in combination with a basecoat and a midcoat.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 24, 2014Publication date: January 15, 2015Inventors: David Cao, Thomas J. Bate
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Patent number: 8883299Abstract: A substrate with a non stick surface which is obtained by sequentially applying on the substrate and curing of at least three coating layers. All coating layers comprise a fluorocarbon resin and some other resins, the basecoat layer and the topcoat layer comprise inorganic particles.Type: GrantFiled: February 9, 2009Date of Patent: November 11, 2014Assignee: Whitford B.V.Inventors: David Cao, Thomas J. Bate
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Patent number: 8586677Abstract: Blended fluoropolymer compositions that, in one exemplary application, may be applied as a coating to a substrate and, optionally, may be applied to a substrate that has been previously coated with a primer or basecoat and/or a midcoat. In one embodiment, the composition is a blend of at least one high molecular weight trace modified polytetrafluoroethyelene (TMHPTFE) and at least one melt-processible fluoropolymer (MPF). After being applied to the substrate, optionally over a primer or basecoat and/or midcoat, and then cured, the present compositions form coatings that demonstrate improved abrasion resistance and/or improved release characteristics and/or increased translucency/transparency and/or improved impermeability. The present compositions may also be used to produce films having a high degree of clarity and impermeability. The present compositions in powder form may be melt or paste extruded to form articles with improved impermeability.Type: GrantFiled: April 11, 2011Date of Patent: November 19, 2013Assignee: Whitford CorporationInventors: Leonard W. Harvey, Helen L. Brain, Susan J. Roberts-Bleming, Lawrence D. Leech, Thomas J. Bate
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Patent number: 8507602Abstract: A non-stick coating composition comprising a waterborne phenoxy resin, a crosslinker, and a silicone compound. The coating is substantially free of fluorocarbon resin. An article, such as aluminum, may be coated with the composition. The composition may be multi-layers, but only the layers other than the first layer includes the silicone compound. The invention includes the method for applying the coating or coatings.Type: GrantFiled: October 22, 2007Date of Patent: August 13, 2013Assignee: Whitford Worldwide CompanyInventors: Thomas J. Bate, Arthur Wachowski, Jan Wilhelm Ernst Moos
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Publication number: 20130022740Abstract: Blended fluoropolymer compositions that, in one exemplary application, may be applied as a coating to a substrate and, optionally, may be applied to a substrate that has been previously coated with a primer or basecoat and/or a midcoat. In one embodiment, the composition is a blend of at least one high molecular weight trace modified polytetrafluoroethyelene (TMHPTFE) and at least one melt-processible fluoropolymer (MPF). After being applied to the substrate, optionally over a primer or basecoat and/or midcoat, and then cured, the present compositions form coatings that demonstrate improved abrasion resistance and/or improved release characteristics and/or increased translucency/transparency and/or improved impermeability. The present compositions may also be used to produce films having a high degree of clarity and impermeability. The present compositions in powder form may be melt or paste extruded to form articles with improved impermeability.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 11, 2011Publication date: January 24, 2013Applicant: WHITFORD CORPORATIONInventors: Leonard W. Harvey, Helen L. Brain, Susan J. Roberts-Bleming, Lawrence D. Leech, Thomas J. Bate
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Publication number: 20110306716Abstract: Fluoropolymer compositions that include multiple fluoropolymer components and, in exemplary applications, may be applied as coatings to either rigid or flexible substrates. The compositions may themselves be applied as basecoats or overcoats, or may be combined with other components to formulate basecoats or overcoats. In one embodiment, the compositions include at least one low molecular weight polytetrafluoroethylene (LPTFE) and at least two chemically different melt processible fluoropolymers (MPF). In another embodiment, the compositions include at least one high molecular weight polytetrafluoroethylene (HPTFE), at least one low molecular weight polytetrafluoroethylene (LPTFE), and at least two chemically different melt processible fluoropolymers (MPF).Type: ApplicationFiled: December 8, 2010Publication date: December 15, 2011Applicant: WHITFORD CORPORATIONInventors: Leonard W. Harvey, Helen L. Brain, Thomas J. Bate, Anita K. Peacock, Susan J. Roberts-Bleming
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Publication number: 20110293946Abstract: A substrate with a non stick surface which is obtained by sequentially applying on the substrate and curing of at least three coating layers. All coating layers comprise a fluorocarbon resin and some other resins, the basecoat layer and the topcoat layer comprise inorganic particles.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 9, 2009Publication date: December 1, 2011Applicant: WHITFORD B.V.Inventors: David Cao, Thomas J. Bate
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Publication number: 20080269393Abstract: A non-stick coating composition comprising a waterborne phenoxy resin, a crosslinker, and a silicone compound. The coating is substantially free of fluorocarbon resin. An article, such as aluminum, may be coated with the composition. The composition may be multi-layers, but only the layers other than the first layer includes the silicone compound. The invention includes the method for applying the coating or coatings.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 22, 2007Publication date: October 30, 2008Inventors: Thomas J. Bate, Arthur Wachowski, Jan Wilhelm Ernst Moos
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Patent number: 7375152Abstract: Non-stick coatings for use on a flexible substrate include a fluoropolymer, an acrylic polymer, and a polyol and/or diol. The ratio of acrylic polymer to polyol and/or diol is between about 90:10 and about 10:90 by weight, preferably about 50:50. The ratio of acrylic polymer and polyol or diol to fluoropolymer is preferably about 100:60 by weight.Type: GrantFiled: June 15, 2005Date of Patent: May 20, 2008Assignee: Akzo Nobel Non-Stick CoatingsInventor: Thomas J. Bate
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Patent number: 7354648Abstract: A non-stick coating includes fluoropolymer and electrically conductive mica. The coating may be used on rollers in printing machines to help dissipate static electricity.Type: GrantFiled: October 4, 2004Date of Patent: April 8, 2008Assignee: Akzo Nobel Non-Stick CoatingsInventor: Thomas J. Bate
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Patent number: 6921787Abstract: Non-stick coatings for use on a flexible substrate include a fluoropolymer, an acrylic polymer, and a polyol and/or diol. The ratio of acrylic polymer to polyol and/or diol is between about 90:10 and about 10:90 by weight, preferably about 50:50. The ratio of acrylic polymer and polyol or diol to fluoropolymer is preferably about 100:60 by weight.Type: GrantFiled: December 3, 2003Date of Patent: July 26, 2005Assignee: Akzo Nobel Non-Stick CoatingsInventor: Thomas J. Bate
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Publication number: 20040167263Abstract: Non-stick coatings for use on a flexible substrate include a fluoropolymer, an acrylic polymer, and a polyol and/or diol. The ratio of acrylic polymer to polyol and/or diol is between about 90:10 and about 10:90 by weight, preferably about 50:50. The ratio of acrylic polymer and polyol or diol to fluoropolymer is preferably about 100:60 by weight.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 3, 2003Publication date: August 26, 2004Inventor: Thomas J. Bate
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Publication number: 20040071987Abstract: Non-stick coatings for use on a substrate are provided. The coatings include at least one coat that contains a binder component and a fluoropolymer component. The at least one coat may be the sole coating for use on the substrate or it may form a part of a multi-coat composition. That is, the non-stick coating may include a primer coat, an intermediate coat, and a top coat.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 2, 2003Publication date: April 15, 2004Inventor: Thomas J. Bate
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Patent number: 4627422Abstract: Apparatus and method for a traction device utilizes a traction bed freely slidable on a base which is liftable at one end by a remote controlled motorized winch. The person lying on the traction bed controls the winch. The person is tethered to one end of the base by, for example, metal cuffs around the ankles which hook on to a bar on the base. Thus, when the base is lifted, it tilts the traction bed which gradually slides on the base away from the tethered extremity, along with the person who is fastened thereon, to provide a precisely desired amount of tractive force.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 1985Date of Patent: December 9, 1986Inventor: Thomas J. Bates