Patents by Inventor Kevin Janak

Kevin Janak 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).

  • Publication number: 20230363391
    Abstract: In general, the present disclosure relates to biocidal compositions comprising an isothiazolone biocidal active compound in combination with a guanidine enhancer. These compositions can demonstrate highly effective prevention of deterioration and decay that can be caused by microbial contamination using low concentrations a biocidal active compound.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2021
    Publication date: November 16, 2023
    Inventors: Kathryn Neely, Kevin Janak, Scott Brown, Rochelle Bradford
  • Publication number: 20230365508
    Abstract: The present disclosure is generally directed to an open time additive composition that includes at least two, different open time additives having the structure of Compound I, a salt thereof, or both.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2021
    Publication date: November 16, 2023
    Inventors: Chun Liu, Kathryn Neely, Patrick Flaherty, Kevin Janak, Rochelle Bradford
  • Publication number: 20230357583
    Abstract: The present disclosure is generally directed to an architectural paint that includes an open time additive having the structure of Compound I, a salt thereof, or both.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2021
    Publication date: November 9, 2023
    Inventors: Rochelle Bradford, Kathryn Neely, Patrick Flaherty, Kevin Janak
  • Publication number: 20220363870
    Abstract: A stain resistant additive is disclosed for adding to all different types of coating compositions including paints. The stain resistant additive can be in the form of particles and can be non-polymeric. The stain resistant additive can be an acetoacetate derivative complexed with a metal, such as zinc.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 2, 2020
    Publication date: November 17, 2022
    Inventors: Kevin Janak, Brittany Caldwell, Rochelle Bradford, Dilipraj Tara Ketiyavallappil, Richa Tungal
  • Publication number: 20210235699
    Abstract: The present invention relates to biocidal compositions comprising an isothiazolone biocidal active compound in combination with a guanidine adjuvant. These compositions are highly effective in preventing deterioration and decay caused by microbial contamination in very low concentrations so that the environmental or toxicological burden is low.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2019
    Publication date: August 5, 2021
    Inventors: Rochelle Bradford, Kathryn Neely, Kevin Janak
  • Publication number: 20210040375
    Abstract: A composition containing a quaternary organosilane foaming agent capable of foaming various liquids in order to remove the liquids from subterranean wells is described. For instance, the composition can be used to remove hydrocarbon condensate liquids from a gas well or an oil well. Of particular advantage, the composition can foam liquids containing substantial amounts of hydrocarbons.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 27, 2020
    Publication date: February 11, 2021
    Inventors: Kevin Janak, Steven Colby
  • Patent number: 10851282
    Abstract: A composition containing a quaternary organosilane foaming agent capable of foaming various liquids in order to remove the liquids from subterranean wells is described. For instance, the composition can be used to remove hydrocarbon condensate liquids from a gas well or an oil well. Of particular advantage, the composition can foam liquids containing substantial amounts of hydrocarbons.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2017
    Date of Patent: December 1, 2020
    Assignee: Lonza Solutions AG
    Inventors: Kevin Janak, Steven Colby
  • Publication number: 20180163118
    Abstract: A composition containing a quaternary organosilane foaming agent capable of foaming various liquids in order to remove the liquids from subterranean wells is described. For instance, the composition can be used to remove hydrocarbon condensate liquids from a gas well or an oil well. Of particular advantage, the composition can foam liquids containing substantial amounts of hydrocarbons.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2017
    Publication date: June 14, 2018
    Inventors: Kevin Janak, Steven Colby
  • Patent number: 9334182
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the prevention and removal of H2S and/or other sulfhydryl compounds and iron sulfide deposits from gas and/or liquid streams in industrial process systems. Formulations comprising aldehydes, aldehyde donors, and/or aldehyde stabilizers, excluding triazines, in combination with the reaction product of an amino acid and a hydroxymethylphosphine or hydroxymethylphos-phonium salt, and optionally a quaternary ammonium compound and/or one or more N-hydrogen compounds such as 5,5-dialkylhydantoin or amines, are rapidly and sustainedly scavenging H2S originating from process and/or microbial sources. The formulations possess high capacities for H2S removal and are relatively pH-insensitive.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2016
    Assignee: LONZA INC.
    Inventor: Kevin Janak
  • Patent number: 8808500
    Abstract: Microbial growth in an aqueous system containing borohydride residues is controlled by adding an aldehyde or aldehyde source, followed by adding an active halogen biocide. The active halogen biocide is preferably stabilized by an N-hydrogen compound.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 19, 2014
    Assignee: Lonza Inc.
    Inventor: Kevin Janak
  • Publication number: 20140224743
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the prevention and removal of H2S and/or other sulfhydryl compounds and iron sulfide deposits from gas and/or liquid streams in industrial process systems. Formulations comprising aldehydes, aldehyde donors, and/or aldehyde stabilizers, excluding triazines, in combination with the reaction product of an amino acid and a hydroxymethylphosphine or hydroxymethylphos-phonium salt, and optionally a quaternary ammonium compound and/or one or more N-hydrogen compounds such as 5,5-dialkylhydantoin or amines, are rapidly and sustainedly scavenging H25 originating from process and/or microbial sources. The formulations possess high capacities for H25 removal and are relatively pH-insensitive.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 21, 2012
    Publication date: August 14, 2014
    Inventor: Kevin Janak
  • Publication number: 20130302443
    Abstract: Microbial growth in an aqueous system containing borohydride residues is controlled by adding an aldehyde or aldehyde source, followed by adding an active halogen biocide. The active halogen biocide is preferably stabilized by an N-hydrogen compound.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 20, 2012
    Publication date: November 14, 2013
    Applicant: Lonza Inc.
    Inventor: Kevin Janak
  • Publication number: 20080131354
    Abstract: A process is provided for the preparation of a novel polyaluminum calcium hydroxychloride composition of enhanced efficiency for water treatment, paper sizing, and antiperspirant applications. The polyaluminum calcium hydroxychloride compositions are prepared via the acidification of higher basicity reaction products to form mid-to-high basicity final products. Two methods are provided for the preparation of higher basicity products, contemplated in the first, and an aqueous acid solution, such as hydrochloric acid, aluminum chloride, or a mixture thereof, is mixed with a strong alkaline calcium salt such as calcium oxide or calcium carbonate and aluminum powder at temperatures greater than 60° C. In a second method, bauxite, aluminum hydrate, or aluminum metal, and calcium aluminate are mixed with hydrochloric acid and are reacted at high temperatures and/or elevated pressures for a certain period of time whereby, when the reaction is complete, the mixtures are filtered to obtain clear solutions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 5, 2006
    Publication date: June 5, 2008
    Inventors: Zijun Li, Kevin Janak, Mark Rerek
  • Publication number: 20070286830
    Abstract: Novel aluminum antiperspirant compositions of enhanced efficacy activated by both heat and acid are produced comprising basic aluminum salts of having the formula: Al2(OH)6-aXa ?wherein X is Cl?, Br?, l?, or NO3?, a is from abut 1.1 to about 1.7, with basic aluminum chloride being the preferred salt. When analyzed by SEC-HPLC at about 10% concentration (i.e., by 2% Al) in water, these compositions exhibit an SEC-HPLC Band I area of less than 10%, a Band III area of at least 20%, with a Band III/II area ratio of at least 0.7, a Band IV area of at least 20%, and have at least 60% aluminum species contained in Bands III and Band IV.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 13, 2006
    Publication date: December 13, 2007
    Inventors: Zijun Li, Mark Rerek, Kevin Janak
  • Publication number: 20070092433
    Abstract: The production of polyaluminum hydroxychlorosulfates (PACS) suitable for effective use as flocculants and coagulants in water treatment is described. The product is a fluid, clear solution that is stable with respect to precipitation and gelling for extended periods of time. Key features of the process include: i) the production of a PACS solution of about 12-16% Al2O3 and about 40-60% basicity at moderate temperatures (50-60° C.) using a zerovalent aluminum source, such as aluminum powder, ii) the addition of an alkali metal or alkali earth metal base at low temperatures (20-30° C.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 21, 2005
    Publication date: April 26, 2007
    Applicant: REHEIS, INC.
    Inventors: Kevin Janak, Michael Thompson