Patents by Inventor Dirk Danneels

Dirk Danneels has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Release agents for use in lignocellulosic processes and process for preparing molded lignocellulosic composites
    Patent number: 6231656
    Abstract: The invention provides improved release agents used in processes for preparing molded lignocellulosic articles. The release agents are preferably applied as an emulsion in processes for preparing molded articles such as oriented strand board, waferboard or plywood. The release agents contain a co-oxidized blend of a first wax and a second wax, wherein the first wax has a Brookfield viscosity which is at least about 150 mPas at 140° C. and the second wax has a Brookfield viscosity which is less than about 100 mPas at 140° C.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 18, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 15, 2001
    Assignee: Allied Signal Inc.
    Inventors: Marc Dekerf, Manfred K. Seven, Dirk Danneels