Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising at least 30 wt. % aromatic polycarbonate and at most 70 wt. % of polyester comprising poly(ethylene terephthalate), from 0.1-20 wt. % of an impact modifier, and from 0.05 to 1.0 wt. % of a monovalent ionomer comprising repeat units derived from ethylene, a dicarboxylic acid or derivative thereof, a monocarboxylic acid, and optionally a comonomer; based on the weight of the composition. The present invention further relates to an article comprising or consisting of such a composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a heat resistant composition comprising polycarbonate and polyester, wherein said polyester comprises poly(ethylene terephthalate), that is substantially free of isophthalic acid moieties. The composition has a Vicat softening point, as determined by ISO-306 B120 at a load of 50N and a speed of 120° C./hr that is higher than the Vicat softening point of an otherwise identical composition wherein the poly(ethylene terephthalate) component contains isophthalic acid moieties. The present invention further relates to an article comprising or consisting of such a composition.

Abstract: A polyethylene composition having increased environmental stress crack resistance comprises a polymer blend of a multimodal high density polyethylene (HDPE) and an additive of at least one of a polycarbonate-siloxane copolymer, a polyethylene glycol (PEG) having an average molecular weight (Mw) of at least 2000, and a random block copolymer comprising two different saturated alkane blocks between two aromatic hydrocarbon blocks. The additive is present in the polymer blend in an amount of from 1 wt. % or less by weight of the polymer blend.

Abstract: Polymer blends, methods of making the polymer blends, and articles of manufacture that include the polymer blends are described. A polymer blend can include a high density polyethylene (HDPE) polymer and a random block copolymer. The random block copolymer can include two different saturated alkane blocks between aromatic blocks (e.g., two styrenic blocks).

Abstract: A polyethylene composition having increased environmental stress crack resistance comprises a polymer blend of a multimodal high density polyethylene (HDPE) and an additive of at least one of a polycarbonate-siloxane copolymer, a polyethylene glycol (PEG) having an average molecular weight (Mw) of at least 2000, and a random block copolymer comprising two different saturated alkane blocks between two aromatic hydrocarbon blocks. The additive is present in the polymer blend in an amount of from 1 wt. % or less by weight of the polymer blend.

Abstract: Polymer blends, methods of making the polymer blends, and articles of manufacture that include the polymer blends are described. A polymer blend can include a high density polyethylene (HDPE) polymer and a random block copolymer. The random block copolymer can include two different saturated alkane blocks between aromatic blocks (e.g., two styrenic blocks).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of an ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer (EPDM) composition in a reaction vessel comprising the following steps in this order: (a) supplying a quantity of a first composition comprising an ethylene copolymer or a propylene copolymer and a first peroxide to the reaction vessel; (b) supplying a quantity of a second composition comprising EPDM and a second peroxide to the reaction vessel; or (a) supplying a quantity of a second composition comprising EPDM and a second peroxide to the reaction vessel; (b) supplying a quantity of a first composition comprising an ethylene copolymer or a propylene copolymer and a first peroxide to the reaction vessel; and (c) exposing the contents of the reaction vessel under stirring to a temperature of 100-200° C.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of an ethylene-propylene-diene terpolymer (EPDM) composition in a reaction vessel comprising the following steps in this order: (a) supplying a quantity of a first composition comprising an ethylene copolymer or a propylene copolymer and a first peroxide to the reaction vessel; (b) supplying a quantity of a second composition comprising EPDM and a second peroxide to the reaction vessel; or (a) supplying a quantity of a second composition comprising EPDM and a second peroxide to the reaction vessel; (b) supplying a quantity of a first composition comprising an ethylene copolymer or a propylene copolymer and a first peroxide to the reaction vessel; and (c) exposing the contents of the reaction vessel under stirring to a temperature of 100-200° C.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to thermoplastic compositions. The disclosed compositions comprise at least one polycarbonate polymer, at least one polysiloxane-polycarbonate copolymer, at least one laser direct structuring additive, and low levels of at least one oligomeric siloxane additive, the composition exhibiting improved strength and electrical properties. Methods for making the disclosed thermoplastic compositions and the articles of manufacture comprising the disclosed thermoplastic compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising polyamides, thermoplastic polyimides, and inorganic fillers. The compositions can also comprise a flame retardant additive. Also disclosed are materials and devices made thereof. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to thermoplastic compositions. The disclosed compositions comprise a polycarbonate polymer, a polysiloxane-polycarbonate copolymer, a laser direct structuring additive, and a siloxane additive. Also disclosed are methods for making the disclosed thermoplastic compositions and articles of manufacture comprising the disclosed thermoplastic compositions.

Abstract: Reinforced polyimide compositions that include a reinforcing filler and a polyamide flow promoter improve flow promotion while maintaining other mechanical, thermal, flame and/or electrical properties of the compositions. The compositions may include an inorganic or organic reinforcing filler, a polyimide resin such as polyetherimide or polyamideimide and a small amount of an aromatic or aliphatic polyamide as the flow promoter. The resulting compositions may be used in thinner-wall applications while still retaining the advantageous physical properties of reinforced polyimide compositions not having the flow promoter. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to thermoplastic compositions. The disclosed compositions comprise a polycarbonate polymer, a polysiloxane-polycarbonate copolymer, a laser direct structuring additive, and a siloxane additive. Also disclosed are methods for making the disclosed thermoplastic compositions and articles of manufacture comprising the disclosed thermoplastic compositions.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising polyamides, thermoplastic polyimides, and inorganic fillers. The compositions can also comprise a flame retardant additive. Also disclosed are materials and devices made thereof. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.

Abstract: Reinforced polyimide compositions that include a reinforcing filler and a polyamide flow promoter improve flow promotion while maintaining other mechanical, thermal, flame and/or electrical properties of the compositions. The compositions may include an inorganic or organic reinforcing filler, a polyimide resin such as polyetherimide or polyamideimide and a small amount of an aromatic or aliphatic polyamide as the flow promoter. The resulting compositions may be used in thinner-wall applications while still retaining the advantageous physical properties of reinforced polyimide compositions not having the flow promoter. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.