Abstract: A resistive composition for screen printing onto a substrate. The resistive composition, based on total composition has a) 5-30 wt. % of polymer resin, b) greater than 0 up to and including 10 wt. % of thermosetting resin, c) 10-30 wt. % conductive particles selected from the group consisting of carbon black, graphite and mixtures thereof and d) 0.025-20 wt. % carbon nanoparticles, wherein all of (a), (b), (c) and (d) are dispersed in a 60-80 wt. % organic solvent.

Abstract: The invention relates to additives for improving lubricating properties of fuel oils, comprising A) 10-95% by weight of at least one oil-soluble amphiphile which comprises nitrogen- or oxygen-containing groups substituted by alkyl, alkenyl, hydroxyalkyl or aromatic radicals, and B) 5-90% by weight of at least one copolymer which contains B1) from 0.5 to 15 mol % of structural units which are derived from olefinically unsaturated compounds which have at least one free hydroxyl group, and B2) from 85 to 99.5 mol % of structural units which are derived from ethylene, and, if required, B3) from 0 to 20 mol % of further structural units selected from the group consisting of (meth)acrylic acid, (meth)acrylates, vinyl esters, vinyl ethers and alkenes, and the copolymer has an average molar mass Mw of from 500 to 100,000 g/mol and an OH number of from 5 to 500 mg KOH/g.

Abstract: A polymeric composite is provided which has improved stain preventative properties by virtue of inclusion of at least one compound having multiple functional groups capable of reacting with tannins contained in a tannin containing cellulosic material present in the composite, and a method for its production and prevention of water stains thereon.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions comprising at least one substantially random interpolymer of ethylene and a vinylidene aromatic monomer or a hindered aliphatic vinylidene monomer and optionally at least one C3-C20 &agr;-olefin monomer, and at least one tackifier. The claimed compositions are useful in adhesives, such as are employed in various applications, such as in packaging and carton sealing, bookbinding, masking tape, clear office tape, labels, decals, bandages, decorative and protective sheets (such as shelf and drawer liners), floor tiles, sanitary napkin/incontinence device placement strips, sun control films, and the joining of gaskets to automobile windows. The claimed compositions further find use in a variety of applications, such as sealants, coatings, molded articles, and multilayered structures.

Abstract: An adhesive composition that contains a preservative is particularly useful as a medical adhesive and can include alkyl cyanoacrylate monomers. The preservative is preferably soluble in the monomer. The composition may optionally be sterilized by placing a mixture of a polymerizable adhesive monomer and a preservative in a container, sealing the container, and sterilizing the mixture and the container.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods for sterilizing cyanoacrylate prepolymer compositions under visible light irradiation conditions wherein the prepolymer remains in polymerizable form after sterilization.

Abstract: A plastisol is disclosed comprising as a mixture I. one or more polymers and/or copolymers of (meth)acrylates obtainable by polymerising compositions which contain as polymerisable constituents A) 20 to 100 wt. % of methyl methacrylate, B) 0 to 80 wt. % of a (meth)acrylate of the formula I other than methyl methacrylate,  in which R1 denotes hydrogen or methyl and R2 denotes a linear or branched alkyl residue having 1 to 18 carbon atoms, C) 0 to 40 wt. % of a further unsaturated monomer other than A) and B) and D) 0 to 40 wt. % of an adhesion-promoting monomer,  wherein A) to D) constitute 100 wt. % of the polymerisable constituents, II. proportions of 5 to 400 parts by weight of plasticisers compatible with the polymers and/or copolymers of I per 100 parts by weight of the latter and III.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition for forming a removable coating for an optical substrate. In this form, the composition is an aquesous emulsion having one or more substantially non-polar polymers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to thermoplastic hydrophilic polymeric compositions for making a liquid impermeable moisture vapour permeable structure, for example by forming the composition into a layer or film. The thermoplastic compositions comprise preferred thermoplastic polymers and suitable compatible plasticisers which allow a controlled extraction/release by water or aqueous fluids. The layers made from the thermoplastic hydrophilic polymeric compositions of the present invention can find a variety of applications wherein liquid imperviousness and moisture vapour permeability are desirable.

Abstract: Monoesters of fatty acids containing at least 12 carbon atoms may replace a considerable percentage of conventional plasticizers based on phthalic acid esters, alkyl sulfonic acid esters of phenol or other known plasticizers in plastisol compositions. The methyl and/or ethyl esters of fatty acids of renewable fats and oils, such as tall oil fatty acids, rapeseed oil fatty acids, linseed oil fatty acids or safflower oil fatty acids, are preferably used for these secondary plasticizers. These plastisols are preferably used as adhesives, sealing materials or coatings in automobile construction.

Abstract: An electroconductive roller is capable of exhibiting stable conductivity regardless of environmental change and is accompanied by small bleed-out of additives. The conductive roller includes an electroconductive support, an electroconductive elastic layer coating the support and a resistance layer coating the elastic layer; wherein the elastic layer comprises at least one species of rubber selected from the group consisting of acrylonitrile-butadiene rubber, epichlorohydrin rubber and chloroprene rubber, an ether oxygen containing alkyl phthalate derivative, a quaternary ammonium perchlorate compound and a fatty oil, and the ether oxygen-containing alkyl phthalate derivative, quaternary ammonium perchlorate compound and fatty oil are contained in a total amount of 0.1-20 wt. parts per 100 wt. parts of the rubber. The conductive roller is suitably used as a contact charging member in an electrophotographic apparatus.

Abstract: A heat-activated thermoplastic material for forming an adhesive is formed from an admixture of a thermoplastic resin in a liquid carrier. The admixture is a liquid slurry at room temperature that undergoes a change in which the slurry becomes pasty upon heating to a fusion temperature and liquefies upon further heating to form a pumpable molten liquid. The molten liquid hardens as it cools to form an adhesive. The cooled, hardened adhesive is reheatable to return to a liquid state. An apparatus for applying the adhesive is also disclosed.

Abstract: A phthalic acid diester derivative represented by a specific formula and an electron donor used in an olefin polymerization catalyst containing the phthalic acid diester derivative as an effective component. The electron donor can produce polymers with a high stereoregularity at an extremely high polymerization activity and high yield, and exhibit a high response to hydrogen.

Abstract: This invention relates to polymer blends comprising a polycarboxypolyamide resin with an alkali dispersible resin. This invention also relates to the use of the polymer blends to prepare aqueous dispersions. The aqueous dispersions were obtained by heating polycarboxypolyamide resins with alkali dispersible resins in an aqueous medium. The invention further relates to coating compositions containing the aqueous dispersions. Such coating compositions include inks, floor finishes, overprint varnishes, sizing, paints and adhesives.

Abstract: A polymeric composite is provided which has improved stain preventative properties by virtue of inclusion of at least one compound having multiple functional groups capable of reacting with tannins contained in a tannin containing cellulosic material present in the composite, and a method for its production and prevention of water stains thereon.

Abstract: Acrylic plastisol composition comprising a plasticiser component, a plasticiser compatible acrylic polymer powder component of primary particle size ≧0.4 &mgr;m and preferably not more than 30 &mgr;m, and Tg ≧65° C., and a plasticiser incompatible polymer powder component, where both polymers are preformed, are present in the weight ratio 95:5 to 40:60, and in combination are compatibly formulated with the plasticiser component.

Abstract: A process for the production of an ultra violet absorbing polymer latex is provided. The inventive process involves the emulsion polymerization of a benzotriazole- or benzophenone-containing monomer with a vinyl functional monomer in the presence of a chain transfer agent, preferably 1-dodecanethiol. The latex provides excellent long-lasting, easy to apply, difficult to remove, ultraviolet absorption properties for many different substrates, most notably fabrics. Different articles and fabrics coated, covered, laminated, and the like, with the inventive latex are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a selective deposition modeling material containing a base material, a plasticizing component containing at least 10% by weight of at least one plasticizing agent that is solid at ambient conditions, and at least one tackifying resin that is compatible with the base material and the plasticizing component, wherein the modeling material has a viscosity of less than about 30 centipoise at 130° C.

Abstract: Copolymerizates of methyl methacrylate and butyl methacrylate are used as plastisols in the automotive sector and as floor coverings. The invention describes a way to increase the storage stability of the plastisols by using small amounts of cross-linking agents.

Abstract: Shear stable aqueous emulsion of amino modified siloxanes may be made by the addition of a mono acid to the emulsion. These compositions may include acids such as (a) hydroxy carboxylic acids; (b) amino dicarboxylic acids; (c) amic acids; (d) monoesters of dicarboxylic acids; (e) monoesters of di-inorganic acids; and (f) diesters of tri-inorganic acids.

Abstract: A method of making a dry, solid, powdered flame retardant composition is disclosed. Polyvinyl chloride is mixed with about 20 to about 150 phr of a liquid flame retardant having the general formula at a temperature of about 50 to about 100° C., where R1 and R2 are independently selected from aliphatic from C2 to C20. Also disclosed are a dry, solid, powdered flame retardant composition made by this method, a method of making a flame retardant polymer by compounding that dry, solid, powdered flame retardant composition with a polymer, and a flame retardant polymer made by that method.

Abstract: A) at least one polycarbonate, B) at least one graft polymer based on an elastomer having a glass transition point below 10° C., C) at least one copolymer containing vinylaromatic monomers, D) at least one filler, E) at least one low molecular weight halogen-free acid and, if desired, additionally F) at least one polyalkyl acrylate and G) at least one flame retardant and H) at least one additive, and which are characterized by the fact that they contain I) at least one aromatic or partially aromatic polyester or a mixture thereof. Shaped articles, films or fibers, particularly external autobody parts, made of said molding compositions.

Abstract: Compositions of a plasticized polyvinyl chloride resin, a polyolefin and/or a styrenic polymer, and a compatibilizer are disclosed. The compositions retain the mechanical properties of tensile strength, elongation, and a low brittle point, even after being subjected to high heat for an extended period of time.

Abstract: A method of making an article from polyvinyl chloride compound that has a predetermined amount of gloss is disclosed. Samples of the resin are prepared that have different molecular weight distributions. Articles are made from the samples and the gloss of the articles is measured. The relationship between the molecular weight distributions of the samples and the gloss of the articles made therefrom is determined. From that relationship, an article is made from a resin selected such that its molecular weight distribution corresponds to the predetermined amount of gloss.

Abstract: The use of isosorbide esters, isosorbide polyesters, isosorbide ethers, isosorbide carbonates, isosorbide thioethers, isosorbide thioesters, isosorbide amides, isosorbide (thio)urethanes, isosorbide urea, isosorbide phosphates and isosorbide phosphonates as a plasticizer is described. Instead of isosorbide it is also possible for corresponding diols such as isomannide and similar compounds, in which the ring oxygen atoms of the isosorbide have been replaced by carbon or by other heteroatoms, to serve as a base. In particular, this relates to C3-C11 alkanoates of isosorbide, isomannide and the like. In particular, the compounds are used as a plasticizer inpoly(vinylchloride), optionally in conjunction with usual plasticizers such as dioctyl phthalates.

Abstract: A plasticizer ester prepared from the catalytic reaction of (1) at least one branched C7-C11 oxo alcohol prepared from C6-C10 olefins via hydroformylation and having at least 50% methyl branching at the beta carbon, and (2) at least one acid or anhydride.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a copolymer containing a hydrophilic copolymerizable monomer and a plastisol obtained by the use of the copolymer, which exhibits reduced viscosity and longer pot-life.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions comprising at least one substantially random interpolymer of ethylene and a vinylidene aromatic monomer or a hindered aliphatic vinylidene monomer and optionally at least one C3-C20 &agr;-olefin monomer, and at least one tackifier. The claimed compositions are useful in adhesives, such as are employed in various applications, such as in packaging and carton sealing, bookbinding, masking tape, clear office tape, labels, decals, bandages, decorative and protective sheets (such as shelf and drawer liners), floor tiles, sanitary napkin/incontinence device placement strips, sun control films, and the joining of gaskets to automobile windows. The claimed compositions further find use in a variety of applications, such as sealants, coatings, molded articles, and multilayered structures.

Abstract: A highly flame retardant plasticized polyvinyl chloride compound (PVC) comprises a mixture of dialkyl tetrachlorophthalate and dialkyl tetrabromophthalate and is characterized by an absence of brittleness, and substantial flexibility at low temperatures as required for PVC formed jackets and insulation for wire and cable products.

Abstract: A composition containing (A) one or more aromatic sulfonates, (B) one or more aldehyde resins and (C) a buffer and is prepared and used for treating, in particular neutralizing, leather tanned with mineral compounds or mineral-free compounds.

Abstract: Esters and ethers of 2,4,6-trimethylnonanol, compositions comprising them, their uses, and processes for their manufacture.

Abstract: Thermoplastic elastomers including a polyvinyl chloride and a nitrile rubber additive are disclosed. The nitrile rubber additive can be crosslinked and/or essentially free of plasticizer. The thermoplastic elastomers can include additional materials, such a copolyester and/or a plasticizer. The thermoplastic elastomers can be soft, elastomeric and/or oil resistant. The thermoplastic elastomers can have good low temperature properties. The thermoplastic elastomers can have good flame retardant, smoke suppressant and/or char forming properties.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods for sterilizing cyanoacrylate prepolymer compositions under E-beam irradiation conditions wherein the prepolymer remains in polymerizable form after sterilization.

Abstract: A process for the production of an ultra violet absorbing polymer latex is provided. The inventive process involves the emulsion polymerization of a benzotriazole- or benzophenone-containing monomer with a vinyl functional monomer in the presence of a chain transfer agent, preferably 1-dodecanethiol. The latex provides excellent long-lasting, easy to apply, difficult to remove, ultraviolet absorption properties for many different substrates, most notably fabrics. Different articles and fabrics coated, covered, laminated, and the like, with the inventive latex are also provided.

Abstract: Alkyl cyanoacrylate compositions comprising at least one alkyl cyanoacrylate, a biocompatible plasticizer (preferably an acyl trialkyl citrate wherein the acyl group contains from 2 to 4 carbon atoms and each alkyl group contains from 4 to 6 carbon atoms), and SO2 as an anionic polymerization inhibitor are provided. These compositions are suitable for topical application to human skin.

Abstract: There are disclosed a gel or polymer composition which comprises 100 parts by weight of a polymer blend component comprising 1 to 90% by weight of a poly(vinyl aromatic hydrocarbon) polymer having a syndiotactic configuration and 99 to 10% by weight of a rubbery elastomer and at least 30 parts by weight of an extender oil or a low molecular weight organic component. These gel compositions have super soft properties, heat resistance, and/or damping properties.

Abstract: The present invention relates to organic polymer compositions, containing liquid ester compositions as plastisizers, said compositions comprising mixtures of esters derived from (a) diethylene glycol and triethylene glycol and (b) benzoic or toluic acid, wherein the freezing point of the ester mixture is below the freezing points of the constituent esters when the relative concentrations of the constituent esters are within specified limits.

Abstract: Novel hot melt construction adhesives for disposable articles, such as diapers, sanitary napkins, medical gowns, surgical drapes, and the like, are described which offer superior properties versus currently available hot melt adhesives. These hot melt construction adhesive compositions comprise a blend of styrene-isoprene block copolymer containing at least about 25 weight percent styrene and styrene-butadiene block copolymer containing at least about 25 weight percent styrene, at least one compatible tackifying resin and at least one plasticizer. The hot melt construction adhesive possesses a viscosity no greater than about 25,000 mPa·s at about 140° C., a shear adhesion failure temperature of at least about 60° C., and a static shear time to failure of no less than about 25 hours at about 23°.

Abstract: Redispersible tackifier powder compositions which are redispersible in water are provided and which are comprised of one or more tackifying substances and from 2 to 50% by weight of one or more water-soluble low molecular weight homo or copolymers of olefinically unsaturated mono or dicarboxylic acids or their anhydrides. The copolymers also contain other free-radically polymerizable monomers. Antiblocking agents can also be present. Adhesives containing the compositions are also provided.

Abstract: This invention relates generally to spacer assemblies for insulating glass units. More specifically, this invention relates to a single component desiccant matrix which can be applied to the interior of a spacer assembly at room temperature. Upon exposure to the ambient atmosphere, the desiccant matrix irreversibly cures.

Abstract: The present invention relates to blend compositions comprising;(A) of from about 1 to about 99 weight percent based on the combined weights of Components A, B and C of at least one substantially random interpolymer; and wherein said interpolymer;(1) contains of from about 0.5 to about 65 mole percent of polymer units derived from;(a) at least one vinylidene aromatic monomer, or(b) at least one hindered aliphatic vinylidene monomer, or(c) a combination of at least one vinylidene aromatic monomer and at least one hindered aliphatic vinylidene monomer;(2) contains of from about 35 to about 99.5 mole percent of polymer units derived from at least one aliphatic .alpha.-olefin having from 2 to 20 carbon atoms;(3) has a molecular weight (Mn) greater than about 1,000;(4) has a melt index (I.sub.2) of from about 0.01 to about 1,000;(5) has a molecular weight distribution (M.sub.w /M.sub.n) of from about 1.

Abstract: This invention relates generally to spacer assemblies for insulating glass units. More specifically, this invention relates to a single component desiccant matrix which can be applied to the interior of a spacer assembly at room temperature. Upon exposure to the ambient atmosphere, the desiccant matrix irreversibly cures.

Abstract: An acrylic liquid monomer and powdered polymer that, when mixed, cures with workable characteristics over its entire polymerizing phase. As the mixtures cures, its consistency continuously transforms from a castable material to a spreadable, glue-like liquid to a paste to a putty to a reformable clay and finally to a hard plastic. The invention's continuous and non-rubbery curing properties make it easy to work and give it a broad spectrum of uses. The invention may be supplied in the form of a kit.

Abstract: An adhesive system has been developed for orthodontic ceramic brackets which minimizes tooth fracture and makes bracket removal easier and more predictable. The adhesive system makes use of current filled adhesives and a plasticizer (e.g. diethyl phthalate, xylene, etc.). Additions of plasticizer between 10 to 20 weight percent of the adhesive will decrease the adhesion in excess of 50%. This adhesive permits more patient comfort while at the same time allowing for the use of ceramic brackets.

Abstract: An aqueous adhesive composition for wet lamination of substrate layers to form a laminated article includes from about 40 weight percent to about 65 weight percent solids dispersed in an aqueous medium, wherein the solids include a polymer having repeating units derived from a vinyl ester monomer and having a glass transition temperature of about -15.degree. C. to about +15.degree. C.; and from about 0.1 parts by weight to about 40 parts by weight of a plasticizer compound per 100 parts by weight of the polymer. A method for making a laminated article includes applying a wet layer of the aqueous laminating adhesive composition of the to a first substrate layer; covering the wet layer of adhesive composition with a second substrate layer; and drying the layer of adhesive composition to form the laminated article. A laminated article includes two substrate layers bonded together by an interposed layer of the dried adhesive composition.

Abstract: Thermoplastic molding compositions compriseA) from 5 to 99% by weight of a thermoplastic polymer selected from the group consisting of polyamides, polyesters, polyphenylene ethers and mixtures of these,B) from 1 to 60% by weight of red phosphorus which has been pretreated with from 0.01 to 2% by weight, based on 100% by weight of B), of a phlegmatizer and from 2 to 15% by weight of a mineral filler,C) from 0 to 70% by weight of other additives and processing aids,where the sum of the percentages by weight of components A) to C) is 100%.

Abstract: An alkali soluble hot melt composition for melt blowing applications is described which maintains a viscosity of at least 50,000 cp at temperatures of 350.degree. F. The adhesive composition in cludes about 20% to about 95%, by weight, of an alkali soluble polymer; about 0% to about 50%, by weight, of a crystalline resin; about 0-50% by weight, of a suitable filler; and about 0% to about 50%, by weight, of a suitable plasticizer.

Abstract: Compositions of a plasticized polyvinyl chloride resin, a polyolefin and/or a styrenic polymer, and a compatibilizer are disclosed. The compositions retain the mechanical properties of tensile strength, elongation, and a low brittle point, even after being subjected to high heat for an extended period of time.

Abstract: A non-toxic edible enteric film coating dry powder composition for use in making an aqueous enteric coating suspension which may be used in coating pharmaceutical tablets and the like comprises an enteric film forming polymer, a detackifier, a viscosity modifier, and an alkalizing/anti-coagulating agent. Advantageously, the inventive dry powder compositions may include a solid plasticizer, a lubricant, an anti-caking agent, a liquid plasticizer, and a pigment.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to compositions for use as additives in the automotive industry, which compositions contain waste powder prime and a plasticizer selected from the group consisting of 2-ethylhexyl diphenyl phosphate, diisoheptyl phthalate, a linear phthalate based upon C7-C9 alcohols, a mixture of esters containing a minimum of 55 percent of diesters and a maximum of 20 percent dibenzoate, a mixture of esters containing a minimum of 60 percent of diesters and a maximum of 30 percent dibenzoate and dipropylene glycol dibenzoate and automotive sealants which contain waste powder prime, a plasticizer selected from the group consisting of 2-ethylhexyl diphenyl phosphate, diisoheptyl phthalate, a linear phthalate based upon C7-C9 alcohols, a mixture of esters containing a minimum of 55 percent of diesters and a maximum of 20 percent dibenzoate, a mixture of esters containing a minimum of 60 percent of diesters and a maximum of 30 percent dibenzoate and dipropylene glycol dibenzoate and automotive