Abstract: A canister (1) contains a catalyst for generating NO2 and a filter (8) for trapping PM, e.g. from diesel engines. The filter is thermally isolated from the canister, and preferably is surrounded by an annular monolith comprising the NO oxidation catalyst or a SCR catalyst. The invention facilitates the combustion of PM even at low exhaust gas temperatures, in a compact device.

Abstract: A valve device, for connecting a container filled with a flowable material to a receptacle and for dispensing the flowable material from the container into the receptacle, including an outer sleeve having a first end to be secured in the orifice of a container, a second end for releasable attachment to a receptacle and walls defining a generally cylindrical support passage extending from said first end to said second end, an inner sleeve within the support passage having walls defining a generally outer surface adjacent the walls of the outer sleeve so as to rotatably support the inner sleeve and defining an internal through passage, and a butterfly valve member within the through passage having diametrically opposed first and second pivot stubs extending at least into the walls of the inner sleeve so as to rotatably support the butterfly valve, the walls of the outer sleeve including a profiled opening into which the first pivot stub extends, the first pivot stub including a cam member which interacts with t

Abstract: A heavy duty diesel engine having an exhaust system incorporating a catalyst to convert NO to NO2 and a particulate trap on which soot particles are continuously oxidized, and a portion of the exhaust gases are recirculated through a cooler and exhaust gas flow valve before being mixed with air and fed to the engine cylinders. The system also incorporates a sensor to detect the amount of NOx in the exhaust to adjust the gas flow valve, thereby adjusting the portion of recirculated exhaust gas fed to the engine cylinders.

Abstract: A heavy duty diesel engine (1) has an exhaust system incorporating a catalyst (5a) to convert NO to NO 2 and a particulate trap (5b) on which soot particles are continuously oxidized, and a portion of the cleaned gases are recirculated through a cooler (7) and an exhaust gas flow valve (8) before being mixed with air and fed to the engine cylinders. Considerable reductions in NOx can be achieved.

Abstract: An adhesive composition containing a polyvinyl alcohol-stabilized butadiene polymer latex and a methylene donor compound. The butadiene polymer latex is prepared by an emulsion polymerization in the presence of polyvinyl alcohol. The adhesive composition may also contain other optional ingredients such as a supplemental polymeric film-forming component, a nitroso compound crosslinker, a maleimide compound crosslinker, a vulcanizing agent, and an acid-scavenging compound. The polyvinyl alcohol-stabilized butadiene polymer latex and methylene donor compound combine to provide a tightly crosslinked, robust film which provides for excellent adhesion and environmental resistance.

Abstract: A portable applicator for dispensing flowable material from a container, the applicator comprising a carrying frame for wearing by a user and for supporting a container such that a valve of the container faces substantially downwardly; an inlet mounted to said carrying frame for sealable engagement with a valve of a container for receiving material from the container when the valve thereof is in an open condition thereof; and a dispenser outlet communicating with said inlet for dispensing material received via said inlet.

Abstract: An aqueous adhesive composition includes a water-dispersible polyisocyanate; an aqueous dispersion of a halogenated polyolefin elastomer; and a curing agent. The aqueous adhesive composition exhibits low VOC emissions and can be used to bond vulcanizable rubbers to a variety of substrates.

Abstract: An adhesive composition containing a polyvinyl alcohol-stabilized butadiene polymer latex and a methylene donor compound. The butadiene polymer latex is prepared by an emulsion polymerization in the presence of polyvinyl alcohol. The adhesive composition may also contain other optional ingredients such as a supplemental polymeric film-forming component, a nitroso compound crosslinker, a maleimide compound crosslinker, a vulcanizing agent, and an acid-scavenging compound. The polyvinyl alcohol-stabilized butadiene polymer latex and methylene donor compound combine to provide a tightly crosslinked, robust film which provides for excellent adhesion and environmental resistance.

Abstract: An adhesive composition containing a linear polyester polyurethane, a halogenated polyolefin, an epoxy/silane adduct, a Diels-Alder adduct of a halogenated cyclic conjugated diene and a block copolymer of styrene and butadiene and a crosslinking compound for the linear polyester polyurethane. The adhesive composition is preferably utilized as a two-component adhesive for bonding vinyl polymers such as polyvinyl chloride to various substrates such as glass. The adhesive composition exhibits substantial resistance to environmental conditions without the requirements of a pre-heating step.

Abstract: An aqueous primer composition containing a polyvinyl alcohol-stabilized aqueous phenolic resin dispersion, a latex of a halogenated polyolefin, and a metal oxide. The phenolic resin dispersion is prepared by mixing (a) a pre-formed, solid substantially water-insoluble, phenolic resin; (b) water; (c) an organic coupling solvent; and (d) polyvinyl alcohol, at a temperature and for a period of time sufficient to form a dispersion of said phenolic resin in water. The aqueous primer composition substantially reduces the utilization of organic solvents, is resistant to pre-bake conditions, and provides for a robust adhesive bond which is flexible and resistant to adverse environments.

Abstract: A one-coat adhesive composition which utilizes environmentally acceptable ingredients and which can withstand high temperature conditions such as those experienced during injection molding processes. The adhesive contains a Diels-Alder adduct of a perhalogenated cyclic conjugated diene and an olefinically unsaturated dienophile having a vinyl content in excess of 50 percent, a phenolic resin, an aromatic hydroxy compound, a formaldehyde donor, a heat-activated unsaturated elastomer crosslinker, a vulcanizing agent, and a metal oxide. An adhesive bond prepared with the adhesive is resistant to high temperature fluids and corrosive agents.

Abstract: A chemical formulation useful as a coating, primer or adhesive including a linear polyester polyurethane, a halogenated polyolefin, an alkoxy silane compound, and a cross-linker. The formulation is preferably utilized as a two-component adhesive for bonding vinyl polymers such as polyvinyl chloride to various substrates such as glass.

Abstract: A chemical formulation useful as a coating, primer or adhesive including a linear polyester polyurethane, a halogenated polyolefin, a phenolic resin, and a cross-linker. The formulation is preferably utilized as a two-component adhesive for bonding polymer blend-based thermoplastic elastomers to various substrates such as metal.

Abstract: A coating composition comprises 0.1 to 10% by weight of a linear polyester polyurethane, 2 to 25% by weight of at least one organic solvent-soluble phenolic resin, 3 to 18% by weight of a halogenated resin selected from the group consisting of halogenated rubber, halogenated polyolefins and halogenated vinyl halide polymers and an inert solvent in an amount sufficient to provide an adhesive primer having a solids content of 10 to 70% by weight.

Abstract: A flock adhesive composition comprisingA. about 1 to 20% by weight of an aromatic nitroso compound;B. about 1 to 20% by weight of an epoxy resin having an epoxy equivalent of at least one; andC. about 60 to 98% by weight of a blocked isocyanate-functional urethane prepolymer, the isocyanate group or groups of said prepolymer being blocked with a blocking agent comprising a substituted or unsubstituted phenol.

Abstract: A flock adhesive composition comprisingA. about 1 to 20% by weight of an aromatic nitroso compound;B. about 1 to 20% by weight of an epoxy resin having an epoxy equivalent of at least one; andC. about 60 to 98% by weight of a blocked isocyanate-functional urethane prepolymer, the isocyanate group or groups of said prepolymer being blocked with a blocking agent comprising a substituted or unsubstituted phenol.