Abstract: A polyacetal resin composition comprises a polyacetal resin and a hetero atom-containing aliphatic carboxylic acid hydrazide. The proportion of the hetero atom-containing aliphatic carboxylic acid hydrazide may be about 0.001 to 20 parts by weight relative to 100 parts by weight of the polyacetal resin. The polyacetal resin composition may further comprise at least one member selected from the group consisting of an antioxidant, a heat stabilizer, a processing stabilizer, a weather (light)-resistant stabilizer, an impact resistance improver, a gloss control agent, an agent for improving sliding property, a coloring agent, and a filler. Such a resin composition improves stability of the polyacetal resin and inhibits formaldehyde emission.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method to form a nanocomposite including blending a high molecular weight elastomer, a low molecular weight elastomer, and a clay to form a nanocomposite; wherein the high molecular weight elastomer has a weight average molecular weight greater than 250000; wherein the low molecular weight elastomer has a weight average molecular weight less than 150000. In another embodiment, the invention provides a method to form a nanocomposite including the steps of blending a low molecular weight elastomer and a clay to form a first mixture; blending a high molecular weight elastomer and the first mixture to form the nanocomposite; wherein the low molecular weight elastomer has a weight average molecular weight less than 150000; and, wherein the high molecular weight elastomer has a weight average molecular weight greater than 250000.

Abstract: Zinc oxide and/or zinc carbonate coated particles, methods of coating particles with zinc oxide and/or zinc carbonate, and various applications of such coated particles, including applications in cosmetics, rubber, and other polymer materials, are disclosed. As compared to rubber formulations with zinc oxide and core materials added separately, formulations including the present coated particles may have a higher transparency, lower Mooney viscosity and lower minimum torque, improved dispersability, a higher modulus at 100% and/or at 300% elongation, a higher tensile strength, better aging resistance, better abrasion resistance, lower density, and/or lower heat build up. Thus, products containing the present coated particles may enjoy similar or better properties than comparative products that include a conventional filler and/or zinc oxide per se, and the present coated particles may result in cost savings for the corresponding product formulations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a splayant, that is, an intercalant/exfoliant, comprising an azinium compound capable of splaying a layered material.

Abstract: Water-absorbing, antimicrobial polymer particles comprising from about 1 to about 500 ppm, based on the particles, of a silver ion based on a silver salt, wherein the silver salt has a solubility product of at least about 1×10?8 (mol/l)m+n; at least about 10 wt. %, based on the polymer particle, of a water-absorbing polymer based on: (?1) from about 50 to about 99.99 wt. % polymerized, ethylenically unsaturated, acid groups-containing monomers or salts thereof, (?2) 0 to about 40 wt. % polymerized, mono-ethylenically unsaturated monomers polymerizable with ?1, (?3) from about 0.01 to about 5 wt. %, preferably from about 0.1 to about 3 wt. % of one or more crosslinkers, (?4) 0 to about 30 wt. % of a water soluble polymer and (?5) 0 to about 20 wt. % of auxiliaries, the concentration of the silver ion based on a silver salt in at most about 90 vol. % of the particles is less than about 0.01 ppm.

Abstract: Combinations of inorganic fillers improve the mattness of thermoplastic polymer compositions, in particular of fibers produced from thermoplastic polymer compositions, and in particular the mattness of fibers of thermoplastic polymer compositions suited for flocking.

Abstract: Provided is an injection molded article that is produced from a molding composition comprising (A) 20 to 98.8 wt. % of at least one polyester, (B) 1 to 60 wt. % of a material selected from the group consisting of reinforcements and fillers, (C) 0.1 to 7 wt. % of a crystallization accelerator, (D) 1 to 60 wt. % of at least one flame retardant selected from among inorganic flame retardants, phosphorus-based flame retardants, and phenolic polymers, and (E) 0.1 to 5 wt. % of a lubricant.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the provision of premixed aqueous compositions which are used to provide a paint composition of varying finish characteristics at the point of sale. Thus, the merchant distributing the paint composition made from the subject premixed compositions need only maintain inventory of four compositions. The particular compositions which are the subject of the invention exhibit stable characteristics during storage in their respective reservoirs. The compositions include a pigment composition, a dispersant thickening agent, a high resin content binder, and a low resin content binder. The compositions are combined in differing amounts to produce paint compositions being suitable for either interior or exterior use and having differing sheens, quality levels, and color bases.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a method of preserving polymer emulsions against biodeteriogenic microbe attack and spoilage by combining with the polymer emulsions selected cationic compounds and an ethylenediamine acid compound. The polymer emulsions contain surfactants and/or anionic constituents. It is also directed to polymer emulsion compositions, that are resistant to spoilage by biodeteriogenic microbes, containing surfactants and/or anionic constituents, an ethylenediamine acid compound, and cationic compounds.

Abstract: The invention relates to a redispersible polymer powder including a polymer to be redispersed and an ortho-cresol based condensation polymer or salt thereof and methods for manufacturing same. More particularly, the invention relates to the use of an ortho-cresol based condensation polymer as a redispersing aid in a redispersible polymer powder.

Abstract: A paint manufacturing method includes receiving each of a group of fluid prepaints at different inputs of a fluid component mixing system, determining at a computer system a first fluid prepaint ratio, and mixing the fluid prepaints in accordance with the first ratio to form a base paint at an output of the mixing system. A paint manufacturing system includes a computer-controlled prepaint mixing system. The prepaint mixing system includes multiple fluid inputs providing for computer-controllable flow of prepaints into the mixing system. The computer system includes a memory storing software instructions that configured the computer system to receive user input selecting a base paint to be produced, determine a ratio of fluid prepaints needed to produce the base paint, and regulate each fluid flow control to establish, in the determined ratio, a flow of fluid prepaints entering the fluid mixing system.

Abstract: A polyaryletherketone polymeric material, for example polyetheretherketone and composite materials comprising said polymeric material are described. The polymeric material has a melt viscosity (MV) in the range 0.05 to 0.12 kNsm?2, preferably in the range 0.085 to 0.095 kNsm?2.

Abstract: The invention relates to a polymer composition which comprises at least one at least semicrystalline polymer having no ionic groups and comprises at least one compound with plasticizing properties, and which comprises having 0.1 to 30% by weight of ionic liquid as plasticizer, and also to the use of this polymer composition, and a process for its preparation.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of a polymer including salts of amine-functional groups and/or salts of phosphine-functional groups bound (pendant) to the backbone of the polymer, said salts including as counter-ion the anionic residue of an acid having an aliphatic, aromatic, or alkaryl hydrocarbon group comprising at least 5 carbon atoms in antifouling compositions. The invention further relates to antifouling compositions including such a polymer.

Abstract: An oil composition for cutting and grinding by minimal quantity lubrication system and for sliding surface according to the present invention comprises an ester and a sulfur compound and/or a phosphorus compound.

Abstract: This invention provides for a curable antimicrobial coating system comprising a base coating composition and a top coat coating composition wherein each contains and antimicrobial agent. The base coat forms a non-hydrophilic polymer layer and the top coat preferably forms a hydrophilic polymer layer or a non-hydrophilic polymer layer which does not preclude the release of the antimicrobial agent. This two-layer coating is especially designed for erosive environments and provides continual antimicrobial activity regardless of the stage of wear or erosion.

Abstract: A resin composition includes a polyester capable of forming a crystal structure, at least one member selected from uracil and a uracil derivative used as a nucleating agent. A resin molding obtained from the composition is also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the preparation of a polymer composition, the process comprising a step of contacting a polymer that comprises carboxyl groups with a cyclic imino ether compound characterized in that the cyclic imino ether compound is a phenylene oxazine according to formula (I), in which formula R=an oxazine group according to formula (II) n=0, 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 and that the polymer is contacted with said oxazine in an extruder at a temperature above 100° C.

Abstract: A dental restorative composition comprises a resin composition comprising a low shrinkage, polymerizable oligomer contains units of the structure: AB??(I) wherein A is an organic radical having 1 to about 6 (meth)acrylate groups and 0 to about 5 hydroxy groups; B is an organic radical having 1 to about 5 epoxide groups, and wherein A and B are linked through the reaction of an epoxide and a hydroxy group; and a filler composition comprising a polyhedral silsequioxane and a sol-derived filler. These polymerizable dental composites may be used for a variety of dental materials, treatments, and restorative functions, including crown and bridge materials, fillings, adhesives, sealants, luting agents or cements, denture base materials, orthodontic materials and sealants, and other dental restorative materials.

Abstract: This invention provides for a curable antimicrobial coating system comprising a base coating composition and a top coat coating composition wherein each contains and antimicrobial agent. The base coat forms a non-hydrophilic polymer layer and the top coat preferably forms a hydrophilic polymer layer or a non-hydrophilic polymer layer which does not preclude the release of the antimicrobial agent. This two-layer coating is especially designed for erosive environments and provides continual antimicrobial activity regardless of the stage of wear or erosion.