Abstract: Various embodiments provided herein include a primer coating formulation that includes an aqueous dispersion comprising a metal salt and a copolymer of ethylene and one or more acid-based monomers. Also described are embodiments of an aqueous dispersion including a blend a co-binder and ethylene copolymerized with an acid-based monomer neutralized to form an ionomer. Embodiments provided herein also provide a method including applying to a substrate an aqueous dispersion comprising ethylene copolymerized with an acid- based monomer neutralized to form an ionomer.

Abstract: A process for coating a glass article of manufacture may include providing a glass article at an initial temperature of above about 105° C., and depositing a coating onto a surface of said glass article. The coating may include an adhesion promoter and a compounded polymer that includes a copolymer of an ?-olefin and an ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid and a wax. The process may include heating said glass article to a temperature above said initial temperature sufficient to promote adhesion of said coating to said glass article. Glass articles having the coating adhered to the glass article are also described.

Abstract: A process for producing an aqueous polymeric dispersion may include coextruding a copolymer of an ?-olefin and an ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid to form a combined polymer, and a wax. The process may include emulsifying the combined polymer and wax to form a dispersion, and adding an adhesion promoter to the dispersion. Also disclosed are coatings including the aqueous polymeric dispersion and coated glass articles having the aqueous polymeric dispersion coated thereon.

Abstract: Lamination adhesives including an aqueous dispersion having a mixture of a polyamide and an ethylene acrylic acid copolymer are provided for use on a variety of substrates. In various embodiments, the aqueous dispersion is substantially free of plasticizers and non-aqueous organic solvents. Also provided is a method of forming a laminate adhesion between two substrates. The disclosure also describes a laminate structure comprising first and second substrates laminated together by the lamination adhesive, the lamination adhesive including a mixture of a polyamide and a copolymer of ethylene and acrylic acid.

Abstract: A primer coating is provided for use on polymeric substrates to enhance the adhesion of metallized coatings to the substrates. The primer coating also improves the gas barrier properties of the substrate when used in combination with a metallized coating. The primer coating includes an amorphous polyvinyl alcohol, polyethyleneimine, and optionally, an aqueous dispersion of polyurethane. The primer coating may be applied to a variety of polymeric substrates including polylactic acid, polyethylene terephthalate, biaxially oriented polyethylene terephthalate, oriented polypropylene, biaxially oriented polypropylene, and biaxially oriented polyamide. When used in combination with the subsequently applied metallized coating, an oxygen transmission rate of about 0.1 and 5.0 cc/m2/day at 0% relative humidity is achieved.

Abstract: A primer coating is provided for use on polymeric substrates to enhance the adhesion of metallized coatings to the substrates. The primer coating also improves the gas barrier properties of the substrate when used in combination with a metallized coating. The primer coating includes an amorphous polyvinyl alcohol, polyethyleneimine, and optionally, an aqueous dispersion of polyurethane. The primer coating may be applied to a variety of polymeric substrates including polylactic acid, polyethylene terephthalate, biaxially oriented polyethylene terephthalate, oriented polypropylene, biaxially oriented polypropylene, and biaxially oriented polyamide. When used in combination with the subsequently applied metallized coating, an oxygen transmission rate of about 0.1 and 5.0 cc/m2/day at 0% relative humidity is achieved.

Abstract: Heat seal coatings including an aqueous dispersion having a mixture of a polyamide and a copolymer of ethylene and acrylic acid are provided for use on a variety of substrates. In various embodiments, the aqueous dispersion is substantially free of non-aqueous plasticizers and organic solvents. Also provided is a method of heat sealing substrates, the method including applying an aqueous dispersion to a first substrate, drying the aqueous dispersion on the first substrate to form a coating on the first substrate, and heat sealing the first substrate to a second substrate at a temperature ranging from about 75° C. to about 140° C. The disclosure also describes a substrate coated with a heat sealed layer including a mixture of polyamide and a copolymer of ethylene and acrylic acid.

Abstract: Primer coatings including an aqueous dispersion having a mixture of a polyamide and a copolymer of ethylene and acrylic acid are provided for use on a variety of substrates. In various embodiments, the aqueous dispersion is substantially free of non-aqueous plasticizers and organic solvents. Also provided is a method of coating a substrate, the method including applying an aqueous dispersion to the substrate and drying the aqueous dispersion on the substrate to form a coating on the substrate. The disclosure also describes a substrate coated with a primer layer including a mixture of a polyamide and a copolymer of ethylene and acrylic acid.

Abstract: Lamination adhesives including an aqueous dispersion having a mixture of a polyamide and an ethylene acrylic acid copolymer are provided for use on a variety of substrates. In various embodiments, the aqueous dispersion is substantially free of plasticizers and non-aqueous organic solvents. Also provided is a method of forming a laminate adhesion between two substrates. The disclosure also describes a laminate structure comprising first and second substrates laminated together by the lamination adhesive, the lamination adhesive including a mixture of a polyamide and a copolymer of ethylene and acrylic acid.

Abstract: A water-based primer coating for use on paper and polymeric substrates is provided for enhancing the adhesion of liquid toner to the substrates, which are designed to be printed using an electrophotographic printing device. The primer coating includes an aliphatic polyurethane dispersion and an anionic wax emulsion, and is substantially free of copolymers of ethylene and acrylic acid.

Abstract: Acording to embodiements described herein, at least one release agent may be applied onto a cellulosic mixture during production of a cellulosic composite materials. The method for applying the release agent may include supplying a cellulosic mixture comprising a cellulosic fiber and a binder, applying a first release agent onto the top surface of the cellulosic mixture with a first spray, and applying a second release agent onto the top surface of the cellulosic mixture with a second spray, The first spray mayh agitate the top surface of the cellulosic mixture by causing at least some cellulosic fiber material on the top surface of the cellulosic mixture to be displaced. The second spray may substantially coat the entire top surface of the cellulosic mixture.

Abstract: A primer coating is provided for use on polymeric substrates to enhance the adhesion of metallized coatings to the substrates. The primer coating also improves the gas barrier properties of the substrate when used in combination with a metallized coating. The primer coating includes an amorphous polyvinyl alcohol, polyethyleneimine, and optionally, an aqueous dispersion of polyurethane. The primer coating may be applied to a variety of polymeric substrates including polylactic acid, polyethylene terephthalate, biaxially oriented polyethylene terephthalate, oriented polypropylene, biaxially oriented polypropylene, and biaxially oriented polyamide. When used in combination with the subsequently applied metallized coating, an oxygen transmission rate of about 0.1 and 5.0 cc/m2/day at 0% relative humidity is achieved.

Abstract: An energy curable coating composition is provided for use as an overprint varnish on cellulosic, polymeric and metal substrates. The coating composition includes an epoxy acrylate, a triacrylate, and optionally, a diacrylate. The coating composition is applied to a substrate and cured by radiation to form a thermoformable protective coating. The coated substrate may then be thermoformed into a shaped food package or article.

Abstract: A water-based primer coating for use on paper and polymeric substrates is provided for enhancing the adhesion of liquid toner to the substrates, which are designed to be printed using an electrophotographic printing device. The primer coating includes an aliphatic polyurethane dispersion and an anionic wax emulsion, and is substantially free of copolymers of ethylene and acrylic acid.

Abstract: A primer coating is provided for use on polymeric substrates to enhance adhesion of liquid toner to the substrates for printing in an electrophotographic printing device. The primer coating includes a dispersion of a copolymer of ethylene and acrylic or methacrylic acid and a compatible adhesion enhancer comprising a hydrogenated rosin or rosin ester dispersion. The coating may also include additives such as wetting agents, antiblocking agents, matting agents, and waxes. The primer coating may be applied to a variety of polymeric substrates including polypropylene, biaxially oriented polypropylene, polyethylene terephthalate, and polyvinyl chloride.

Abstract: An energy curable coating composition is provided for use as an overprint varnish on cellulosic, polymeric and metal substrates. The coating composition includes an epoxy acrylate, a triacrylate, and optionally, a diacrylate. The coating composition is applied to a substrate and cured by radiation to form a thermoformable protective coating. The coated substrate may then be thermoformed into a shaped food package or article.

Abstract: A 100% solids energy curable liquid primer coating is provided for use on a variety of substrates which cures to form a coating that provides good ink adhesion and high print quality when printed using an electrophotographic printing device. The coating includes a polyester acrylate, at least one acrylated amine, and optionally, a photoinitiator.

Abstract: A primer coating is provided for use on a variety of substrates which provides enhanced liquid toner or ink adhesion when applied to substrates which are printed using high speed electrophotographic printing devices. The primer coating includes a natural rosin dispersion including a hydrogenated hydrocarbon rosin or rosin ester and a colloid forming material which is blended with a dispersion of a copolymer of ethylene and acrylic or methacrylic acid.

Abstract: A primer coating is provided for use on polymeric substrates to enhance adhesion of liquid toner to the substrates for printing in an electrophotographic printing device. The primer coating includes a dispersion of a copolymer of ethylene and acrylic or methacrylic acid and a compatible adhesion enhancer comprising a hydrogenated rosin or rosin ester dispersion. The coating may also include additives such as wetting agents, antiblocking agents, matting agents, and waxes. The primer coating may be applied to a variety of polymeric substrates including polypropylene, biaxially oriented polypropylene, polyethylene terephthalate, and polyvinyl chloride.

Abstract: A primer coating is provided for use on polymeric substrates to enhance adhesion of liquid toner to the substrates for printing in an electrophotographic printing device. The primer coating is water-based and includes a dispersion of a copolymer of ethylene and acrylic or methacrylic acid, and a compatible adhesion enhancer selected from an aliphatic polyurethane dispersion, a hydrogenated hydrocarbon rosin or rosin ester dispersion, and an amorphous acrylic polymer dispersion. The coating may also include additives such as wetting agents, antiblocking agents, matting agents, and waxes. The primer coating may be applied to a variety of polymeric substrates including polypropylene, biaxially oriented polpypropylene, polyethylene terephthalate, and polyvinyl chloride.