Abstract: Disclosed are blends of a polyester resin and fluoropolymer resin having compatibilizing side groups, such as maleic anhydride. Also disclosed are fibers and fabrics containing that composition. The fabrics are particularly suitable for use in belts in papermaking machines.

Abstract: A composition and a process for blocking water in an article are disclosed. The composition can comprise or be produced from a first polymer, a second polymer, and optionally a third polymer; the first polymer comprises an ethylene copolymer comprising repeat units derived from ethylene and a polar monomer; the second polymer comprises a polyacrylic acid or its salt or its cross-linked polymer thereof, a polymethacrylic acid or its salt or cross-linked polymer thereof, or combinations of two or more thereof; and the third polymer comprises polyvinyl alcohol. The process can comprise contacting the article with the composition.