Abstract: A polyolefinic composition comprising as component a) one or more compounds of formula I to III ##STR1## in which each R.sub.1 independently is selected from linear or branched C.sub.1-30 alkyl, C.sub.5-12 cycloalkyl, C.sub.2-24 alkenyl, C.sub.2-18 alkoxyalkyl, C.sub.2-19 methoxyalkanoyl, C.sub.7-30 alkaryl, C.sub.7-30 aralkyl, C.sub.4-24 heteroarylR.sub.4 and R.sub.5 independently are selected from hydrogen, C.sub.1-30 alkyl C.sub.5-12 cycloalkyl, C.sub.6-24 aryl, C.sub.7-30 alkaryl or C.sub.7-30 aralkyl;A is a direct bond, a group --(P--R.sub.1).sub.p -- or an n-valent aliphatic or aromatic residue; provided that when n is 2 then A is --CH.sub.2 -- or C.sub.5-30 alkylene;m is 3 to 12;n is 2 to 5;p is 1 to 12; andcomponent b) a polyolefin which has been produced in the presence of a Ziegler or metallocene type catalyst which has not been removed.

Abstract: This invention relates to thermostable enzyme systems from the bacterial strain, Thermomonospora fusca, and their use to modify wood. More particularly, this invention relates to a new bacterial strain of Thermomonospora fusca, designated KW3, and its use to reduce the lignin content of wood.

Abstract: A method for deep dyeing of cellulose fibers comprising dyeing the fibers with one or more phthalocyanine reactive dyes in a liquor, containing more than 80 g/l salt at pH of 10 or more characterized in that dyeing is carried out at a temperature above 100.degree. C. (eg about 105.degree.-150.degree. C.).

Abstract: The invention relates to new films for applying to a substrate and to methods for producing them.A composition, for use in preparing a film, (preferably an epitactic film) comprising a solid solution of KNbO.sub.3 and KTaO.sub.3 forming a product of formula IK.sub.1-y M.sub.y Ta.sub.1-x Nb.sub.x O.sub.3 (I)in which M is a monovalent metal ion other than K.sup.+ (hereinafter defined as the dopant);y=0.02 to 0.20 andx=0.05 to 0.95.

Abstract: Ascospores of wood-penetrating, pitch-grading fungi of the class of Ascomycotina and Deuteromycotina, e.g. Ophiostromas, may be screened to provide fungi combining the properties of good growth on non-sterile wood substrates and minimized or even enhanced brightness effects for use in pitch reduction of wood substrates, e.g. logs and wood chips. A new and improved method of isolating such ascospores involving effective suspension in an oil consumable by the fungus, e.g. a vegetable oil, and then treatment of the oil with a dispersing agent is also disclosed.

Abstract: The fungi Schizophyllum commune, Trichaptum biforme and Phanerochaete gigantea are useful in reducing the pitch content of pulps and pulpwoods used in making cellulosic products.

Abstract: The fungus Phlebia tremellosa is useful in reducing the pitch content of pulps and pulpwoods used in making cellulosic products.

Abstract: A synthetic polyamide of formula I and its salts ##STR1## in which each R.sub.1 independently is selected from hydrogen, carboxyl, amino or a group of formula .alpha.-A.sub.1 -R.sub.10 (.alpha.)where A, is a bridging group and R.sub.10 is a sterically hindered amine group;each R.sub.2 independently is hydrogen or a group of formula .alpha.A is a bridging group of the formula ##STR2## is 0 or 1; R.sub.3 is hydrogen, C.sub.1-12 alkyl or is a significance of R.sub.10 ;R.sub.5 is hydrogen or C.sub.1-12 alkylR.sub.4 is a significance of R.sub.10 or a group of formula .alpha.; andp is an integer from 5 to 200;with the proviso that the compound of formula I contains 1-400 sterically hindered amine groups.

Abstract: A sulfur dye or sulfurized vat dye is treated in an aqueous reducing medium, preferably an aqueous mixture of alkali and reducing sugar, to form a solution which is then oxidized to form particles of the dye having improved characteristics.

Abstract: A hardenable monomer composition useful for flooring composition, grouts, mortars and the like comprises a mixture of crosslinkable acrylic monomer, carbon black and/or polyester- or polyether-methane oligomer having at least two polymerizable double bonds and a paraffin oil. The monomer is preferably of the formula I ##STR1## and there is preferably present other monomers, particularly hydroxypropyl methacrylate.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 is isooctyl, nonyl or dodecyl, R.sub.2 is H or --SO.sub.3 R.sub.6, R.sub.3 (A--O).sub.m R.sub.5 where each A, independently, is --C.sub.2 H.sub.4 --, --C.sub.3 H.sub.6 -- or --C.sub.4 H.sub.8 --, R.sub.4 is (B--O).sub.n R.sub.5 where each B, independently, is --C.sub.2 H.sub.4 --, --C.sub.3 H.sub.6 -- or --C.sub.4 H.sub.8 --, R.sub.5 is H or --SO.sub.3 R.sub.6, provided that at least one R.sub.5 is --SO.sub.3 R.sub.6, R.sub.6 is H, an alkali metal, an equivalent of an alkaline earth metal or optionally substituted ammonium, m is 1, 2 or 3 and n is 0, 1 or 2, provided that m+n is at most 4, when n=0 then R.sub.5 is H and m=1, when only one group R.sub.5 is --SO.sub.3 R.sub.6 and n=1 or 2 then both R.sub.2 's are H,are useful as emulsifying and dispersing agents, especially as dyeing or printing assistants for dyeing or printing a substrate dyeable with anionic or disperse dyes.

Abstract: A process for the re-tanning of tanned leather or pelt, wherein the tanned leather pelt is re-tanned with(A) a polymeric carboxylic acid, containing .alpha.-hydroxyacrylic units as constituent units of the polymer, optionally in salt formwith the proviso that for this re-tanning (A) is not employed immediately after a mineral tanning, immediately before a mineral re-tanning or after a mineral re-tanning and also not in a direct connection with a mineral after-treatment.

Abstract: Phthalocyanine compounds which contain a heterocyclic fibre-reactive radical correspond to the formula ##STR1## in which the symbols are as defined in the specification, which compounds are in free acid or salt form, and mixtures thereof, are useful for dyeing or printing hydroxy group- or nitrogen-containing organic substrates, for example leather and fibre material comprising natural or synthetic polyamides or natural or regenerated cellulose; the most preferred substrate is a textile material comprising cotton.

Abstract: An enteral nutritional composition comprising 4-30% of a lipid component, 65-80% of a carbohydrate component, and 16-25% of a protein component, based on total caloric content is disclosed. This protein component of this composition comprises, by weight, 14-30% glutamine and 5-33% arginine. The non-protein calorie to grams of nitrogen ratio ranges from 150:1 and 80:1.

Abstract: A compound of the formula I ##STR1## in which D is a diazo component,K is an aromatic group of formula a, b or c, ##STR2## Y is C.sub.2-3 alkylene and the remaining symbols are as defined in the specification. These compounds are useful for dyeing or printing textile substrates based on synthetic or semisynthetic, hydrophobic, high molecular weight organic materials. Preferably, the textile substrate is made from a linear aromatic polyester, cellulose 21/2 acetate or cellulose tri-acetate. The dyeings and prints obtained show good all round fastness properties such as good thermomigration properties, lightfastness, thermofixation, blistering properties as well as good wet fastness properties, especially after thermal fixation.

Abstract: A gastrostomy feeding port comprising a retaining flange portion, a middle tube portion and elastically adjustable tip portion adaptable to fit a variety of stoma lengths.

Abstract: The storage and processing times of sprayed concrete can be significantly extended by the addition of a retarder, a chemical compound which is capable of chelating with calcium ions. Preferred retarders are phosphonic acid derivatives which have at least one amino and/or hydroxyl group. The retarder can be used for both wet- and dry-sprayed concrete, the usual accelerators can be used for activation, and the strength is not adversely affected.

Abstract: A ketotifen pharmaceutical composition adapted for once-a-day oral administration e.g. based on a fat matrix.

Abstract: Polypeptide compositions for inter alia SMS are provided containing a monosaccharide/sugar alcohol and/or a polyoxyalkylene ether having enhanced resorption properties for oral or rectal administration.