Abstract: A UV absorber-comprising urethane acrylate of formula (I) and a HALS-comprising urethane acrylate of formula (I): wherein, UVA is a UV absorber molecule that has a hydroxyl or an amine group reactive with isocyanate, HALS is a HALS molecule that has a hydroxyl or an amine group reactive with isocyanate, and Acr is an acrylate or methacrylate group attached through a linker selected from the group 2-isocyanatoethyl acrylate, 2-isocyanatoethyl methacrylate, and 1,1-Bis(acryloxymethyl)ethyl isocyanate. The UV absorber-comprising urethane exhibits a UV absorption maximum between 300 and 360 nanometers.

Abstract: A number of variations may include a method including modifying fluorocopolymer polyols, diols, and related copolymers to make polymerizable materials through polymerizable unsaturation. A number of variations may include products, for example but not limited to coatings, films or painting including modifying fluorocopolymer polyols, diols, and related copolymers.

Abstract: A heat and/or UV/LED activated single or double-sided tape is configured to seal multiple sheets of single or multilayer composite film with the film including an outer fluoropolymer layer. A repair kit includes a single-sided and/or double-sided heat and UV/LED activated adhesive tape, portable surface treater, and portable heat/UV/LED generating device. The single-sided and/or double-sided heat and UV/LED activated adhesive tape is useful in the manufacturing of architectural applications and in repair of architectural applications.

Abstract: Film having a biodegradable component are provided where a biodegradable urethane coating is applied to one side of a substrate layer. A pressure sensitive adhesive can be applied to the other side of the substrate layer. The substrate layer itself can be formed of one or more biodegradable materials, including biodegradable polymers. The film can form a portion of a multi-ply laminate and can include one or more ultraviolet or visible light absorbers as well as metallized layers.

Abstract: A multilayer composite film that includes an outer ETFE layer adhered to a polyethylene terephthalate (PET) layer. These layers are adhered together by a fluoropolymer adhesive. The multilayer composite film also include an infra-red (IR) radiation rejection layer that reflects or absorbs more than 50% of incident IR radiation. A second ETFE layer can be adhered to an inner surface of the structural polymer layer. The composite films are useful in structural applications and can withstand environmental exposure.

Abstract: Composite film structures including a polyfluorourethane (PFU) layer are described. The PFU layer is in contact with a polymer film to form a thermoformable composite film. The composite films exhibit a low Tg and resulting shapeability allowing them to be applied to non-planar irregular surfaces. The composite achieves thermoformability in the absence of deep dip dyeing.

Abstract: The present invention provides a protective backing sheet for photovoltaic modules. The backing sheet has a layer including fluoropolymer which is cured on a substrate, and the layer includes a hydrophobic silica. The amount of hydrophobic silica contained in the layer is within the range of 2.5 to 15.0% by weight, and preferably in the range of 7.5 to 12.5%. Also, the layer including fluoropolymer may further include a titanium dioxide.

Abstract: Protective sheet 1 for solar cells comprises a base material 11 and a thermoplastic resin layer 12 laminated on at least one surface of the base material 11. The thermoplastic resin layer 12 comprises a first layer 121 laminated on the base material 11 and a second layer 122 laminated on the first layer 121. The first layer 121 contains as the main component a copolymer of ethylene and at least one type selected from the group consisting of (meth)acrylic acid, (meth)acrylic acid ester, glycidyl (meth)acrylate and vinyl acetate. The second layer 122 contains an olefin-based resin as the main component. The protective sheet 1 for solar cells has excellent adhesiveness between the base material and the thermoplastic resin layer and can suppress the warping caused in a solar cell module.

Abstract: The present invention provides a high performance backsheet (alternatively referred to backing sheet) for photovoltaic applications and methods for manufacture of the same. The high performance backsheet includes a compounded thermoplastic polyolefin or compounded ethylene vinyl acetate (“EVA”). The compounded thermoplastic polyolefin or EVA may be used by itself as one layer, or incorporated into a layer, or as a layer in multilayer laminate. The compounded thermoplastic polyolefin or EVA is useful in eliminating the necessity of using polyester in the backing sheet.

Abstract: Protective sheet 1 for solar cells comprises a base material 11 and a thermoplastic resin layer 12 laminated on at least one surface of the base material 11. The thermoplastic resin layer 12 comprises a first layer 121 laminated on the base material 11 and a second layer 122 laminated on the first layer 121. The first layer 121 contains as the main component a copolymer of ethylene and at least one type selected from the group consisting of (meth)acrylic acid, (meth)acrylic acid ester, glycidyl (meth)acrylate and vinyl acetate. The second layer 122 contains an olefin-based resin as the main component. The protective sheet 1 for solar cells has excellent adhesiveness between the base material and the thermoplastic resin layer and can suppress the warping caused in a solar cell module.

Abstract: A protective backing sheet for photovoltaic modules is provided. The backing sheet has a layer including fluoropolymer which is cured on a substrate, and the layer includes boron nitride. The amount of boron nitride contained in the layer is within the range of 2 to 30.0% by weight, and preferably in the range of 5 to 10%. Also, the layer including fluoropolymer may further include a titanium dioxide.

Abstract: The present invention provides a high performance backsheet (alternatively referred to backing sheet) for photovoltaic applications and method for manufacture of the same. The high performance backsheet includes a compounded thermoplastic polyolefin or compounded ethylene vinyl acetate (“EVA”). The compounded thermoplastic polyolefin or EVA may be used by itself as one layer, or incorporated into a layer, or as a layer in multilayer laminate. The compounded thermoplastic polyolefin or EVA is useful in eliminating the necessity of using polyester in the backing sheet.

Abstract: Laminates of having a first outer layer of weatherable film, at least one mid layer, and a second outer layer containing an opacifying quantity of white pigment. The laminates are particularly useful for protecting photovoltaic cells, solar panels, and circuit boards. In photovoltaic cells, the laminates result in increased power generation.

Abstract: A laminate for electronic devices contains a first outer layer of a layer comprising an organic solvent soluble and/or water dispersible, crosslinkable amorphous fluoropolymers, at least one mid-layer selected from at least one of the group consisting of (i) poly(chlorotrifluoro ethylene); (ii) polymeric film coated on one or both surfaces with liquid crystal polymer; (iii) liquid crystal polymers; (iv) metal foil; and (v) polyester, and a second outer layer wherein the second outer layer comprises pigmented EVA and wherein the second outer layer is substantially opaque to ultraviolet light. The laminate is particularly useful for use as a backing sheet for photovoltaic modules.

Abstract: The present invention provides a protective backing sheet for photovoltaic modules. The backing sheets of the current invention possess excellent weather resistance, heat resistance, color retention, adhesion between layers and encapsulant, and scratch resistance. The backing sheet can minimize the deterioration in the performance of the solar module due to moisture permeation. It also can achieve desirable photoelectric conversion efficiency over a long period of time. Additionally the described backing sheet, or alternatively referred to backskin, can be made in an aesthetically pleasing form.

Abstract: Laminates of having a first outer layer of weatherable film, at least one mid layer, and a second outer layer containing an opacifying quantity of white pigment. The laminates are particularly useful for protecting photovoltaic cells, solar panels, and circuit boards. In photovoltaic cells, the laminates result in increased power generation.

Abstract: A protective backing sheet for photovoltaic modules is provided. The backing sheet has a layer including fluoropolymer which is cured on a substrate, and the layer includes boron nitride. The amount of boron nitride contained in the layer is within the range of 2 to 30.0% by weight, and preferably in the range of 5 to 10%. Also, the layer including fluoropolymer may further include a titanium dioxide.

Abstract: A photovoltaic module that resists or reduces unwanted increases in temperature of the photovoltaic cells encapsulated within the module is provided. This is accomplished by incorporating materials into module components that operate to direct heat away from the solar cells that are within the modules. One or more phase change materials are incorporated into the polymer layer of the backsheet that is position closest to the solar cells. Thermally conductive materials may be incorporated into the layers and/or module components closer to the outside of the module. These materials can be used separately or in conjunction with each other.

Abstract: Compositions for creating flame-retardant, optically clear films without using halogen based flame retardants, including a coating containing phosphorous-based fire retardant materials, an acrylic or polyester adhesive base, and an organic solvent. Composite film structures containing the flame retardant coating may include a plurality of polymeric films and or coatings separated by flame retardant materials.

Abstract: A method of coating a substrate with the biocide particles dispersed into a coating permitting the antimicrobial particles to be positioned on the substrate such that they are in contact with the environment is provided. In the method, one or more biocides agents are dispersed into a coating. The coating with the biocide agent is applied to a substrate at a thickness such that at least some of the individual biocide particles extend beyond the surface of the coating.