Abstract: The invention provides a method for pre-treating a metal surface with a corrosion inhibitor prior to painting, a method for inhibiting corrosion in a cooling system, wherein the cooling system includes a metal surface and a coolant; and a method for inhibiting corrosion of a reinforcement steel in concrete wherein the method comprising the step of adding to a concrete mixture an anti-corrosive mixture.

Abstract: The present invention relates to plastering mortars which exhibit enhanced adhesion to concrete surfaces and comprise monofluorophosphates, to adhesion primers comprising monofluorophosphates, and to a method of improving the adhesion of cement-bound plasters to concrete surfaces, which involves applying a monofluorophosphate to the concrete surface.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel thixotroping agents and coating materials containing the same as well as the production and use thereof, wherein the thixotroping agent comprises a layered silicate and an organically modified phosphate.

Abstract: Aqueous oil-in-water emulsion comprising from 1 to 70% by weight, based on the total weight of the emulsion, of functional alkoxysilanes and/or condensed oligomers thereof and/or organoalkoxysiloxanes, at least one emulsifier and water, wherein the emulsion has a pH of from 5 to 9 and preferably a mean droplet size of the disperse phase of ?0.5 ?m, and the width of the droplet size distribution, expressed as the span (Formula I), is from 0.6 to 1.2. The preparation of the emulsions having the desired droplet size distribution is carried out in apparatuses having at least one pressure stage at a pressure of from 2 to 15 MPa. The emulsion can be used for hydrophobicizing porous mineral building materials.

Abstract: The photocatalytic apatite composition and its production method are disclosed. The photocatalytic apatite comprises a photocatalytic apatite having incorporated into the apatite crystal structure thereof a metal oxide having a photocatalytic action, such as titanium oxide, and a metal ion having an antimicrobial property, such as a silver ion or a copper ion. The photocatalyst apatite composition is capable of maintaining excellent decomposition and adsorption properties for various organic materials such as VOCs or specific adsorbing substances such as a virus for a long time and, at the same time, expressing an excellent antimicrobial property in a dark place as well as under daylight.

Abstract: A wood preservative that contains a copper salt complex and a precipitation inhibitor is provided. The wood preservative may contain copper carbonate, an alkanolamine such as monoethanolamine and precipitation inhibitor such as a phosphonate or ethylene diamine compound. Also provided is a method of using the wood preservative.

Abstract: A closed-loop system and process is used for applying fire retardant chemicals to fibers. Fibers are preferably positioned in a vessel such as a dye machine which circulates the fire retardant chemicals. After absorption of the fire retardant composition, non-absorbed fire retardant chemicals are recovered and re-used on subsequent batches of fibers. Recovery can be achieved by directing the non-absorbed fire retardant composition into a second dye machine containing additional fibers, or by extracting the fire retardant composition by centrifugation or other means, or by a combination of the two processes. The process is environmentally friendly, and allows for higher throughput on impregnating fibers with fire retardant chemicals.

Abstract: The invention relates to a white, biaxially oriented film which comprises a crystallizable thermoplastic as main componet and is characterized by further comprising at least one UV-stabilizer, at least one white pigment and at least one flame-proofing agent, which is soluble in the thermoplastic and introduced directly, during the film production, by masterbatch technology, whereby the masterbatch is pre-conditioned by gradual heating under reduced pressure and with stirring.

Abstract: Corrosion-inhibited fire retardant compositions and methods of making and using the same are provided. The corrosion-inhibited fire retardant compositions are comprised of at least one fire retardant component, at least one biopolymer having a particle size diameter of less than about 100 microns, and a corrosion inhibiting system.

Abstract: A wood treatment concentrate includes, by weight; (a) 0.1-10% of an active wood treatment chemical, (b) 50-99% of a microemulsion concentrate including: (i) 0.03-80%, preferably 40-70%, of a castor oil ethoxylate or tristyryl phenol ethoxylate, (ii) 0-10%, preferably 0.005-6%, of an ethoxylated phosphoric acid ester as pH buffer, (iii) 0.002-40%, preferably 0.05-29%, of a N—C8-C18 alkyl pyrrolidone and (iv) 0-60%, preferably 0.15-40%, of a N—C1-C4 alkyl pyrrolidone, and (v) 0-30%, preferably 0.5-15%, of an ethylene oxide/propylene oxide block copolymer; and (c) 1-50% of a substituted phenol. The use formulation includes (d) water of dilution.

Abstract: Biaxially oriented, co-extruded polyester films comprising a base layer consisting of at least 90 wt. % thermoplastic polyester, preferably polyethylene terephthalate (PET), at least one sealable outer layer and a second non-sealable outer layer and, optionally, other intermediate layers, in addition to at least one flame-retardant agent, preferably organic phosphorous compounds. The inventive films are characterized by low inflammability, no embrittlement when subjected to thermal stress and a surface which is devoid of troublesome opacity, and are suitable for a multiplicity of uses both indoors and outside. The outer layers contain anti-blocking agents such as silicic acid having a particle diameter of preferably less than 50 nm and/or more than 2 ?m. Preferably, the sealable outer layer consists of a copolyester which is made of ethylene terephthalate and ethylene isophthalate units.

Abstract: The invention relates to a co-extruded, biaxially oriented polyester films containing a flame-retardant agent which can be dissolved in the polyester. The film has a matt outer layer which contains a mixture and/or a blend of two components (I) and (II), whereby component (I) is a polyethylene terephthalate homopolymer, or a polyethylene terephthalate copolymer, or a mixture of polyethylene terephthalate homopolymers or copolymers and component (II) is a polymer containing at least one sulphonate group.

Abstract: Fire retardant compositions and methods of making and using the same are provided. The fire retardant compositions are comprised of at least one fire retardant component, including at least one ammonium polyphosphate and at least one biopolymer having a weight average particle diameter of less than about 100 microns. In a specific embodiment, the fire retardant composition is comprised of a xanthan biopolymer.

Abstract: The invention relates to a white, sealable, flame-retardant coextruded, biaxially oriented polyester film composed of at least one base layer B and of outer layers A and B applied to the two sides of this base layer. The film also comprises at least one flame retardant and one white pigment. The invention also includes the use of the film and a process for its production.

Abstract: A wood preservative includes injectable particles comprising one or more sparingly soluble copper salts. The copper-based particles are sufficiently insoluble so as to not be easily removed by leaching but are sufficiently soluble to exhibit toxicity to primary organisms primarily responsible for the decay of the wood. Exemplary particles contain for example copper hydroxide, basic copper carbonate, copper carbonate, basic copper sulfates including particularly tribasic copper sulfate, basic copper nitrates, copper oxychlorides, copper borates, basic copper borates, and mixtures thereof. The particles typically have a size distribution in which at least 50% of particles have a diameter smaller than 0.25 &mgr;m, 0.2 &mgr;m, or 0.15 &mgr;m. At least about 20% and even more than 75% of the weight of the particles may be composed of the substantially crystalline copper salt. Wood or a wood product may be impregnated with copper-based particles of the invention.

Abstract: A wood treatment concentrate includes, by weight;

Abstract: Fire retardant compositions and methods of making and using the same are provided. The fire retardant compositions are comprised of at least one fire retardant component, including at least one ammonium polyphosphate and at least one biopolymer having a weight average particle diameter of less than about 100 microns. In a specific embodiment, the fire retardant composition is comprised of a xanthan biopolymer.

Abstract: Aluminophosphate compounds and compositions as can be used for substrate or composite films and coating to provide or enhance, without limitation, planarization, anti-biofouling and/or anti-microbial properties.

Abstract: Fire retardant compositions and methods of making and using the same are provided. The fire retardant compositions are comprised of at least one fire retardant component, including at least one ammonium polyphosphate and at least one biopolymer having a weight average particle diameter of less than about 100 microns. In a specific embodiment, the fire retardant composition is comprised of a xanthan biopolymer.

Abstract: The invention provides an antibacterial agent for concrete comprising a silver compound, a copper compound and an ion-retaining compound; a concrete composition comprising the antibacterial agent; and a concrete product produced from the concrete composition. The concrete composition containing the antibacterial agent and the concrete product produced using the concrete composition show excellent antibacterial effect against causative bacteria of the corrosion of concrete such as sulfur reducing bacteria, sulfur oxidizing bacteria and carboxylic acid-producing bacteria, in particular, in sewage treatment plants.

Abstract: The invention provides an antibacterial agent for concrete comprising a silver compound, a copper compound and an ion-retaining compound; a concrete composition comprising the antibacterial agent; and a concrete product produced from the concrete composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a co-extruded, biaxially oriented polyester film consisting of a base layer and at least one outer layer. The film contains at least one flame-retardant agent, at least one UV-stabilizer and has a matt outer layer which contains a mixture and/or a blend of two components (I) and (II), whereby component (I) is substantially a polyethylene terephthalate homopolymer, or a polyethylene terephthalate copolymer, or a mixture of polyethylene terephthalate homopolymers or polyethylene terephthalate copolymers, and component (II) is a polymer containing at least one sulphonate group.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sealable, UV-resistant and flame-retardant, coextruded, biaxially oriented polyester film with one matt side and composed of at least one base layer B and of, applied to the two sides of this base layer, a sealable outer layer A and matt outer layer C. The film also comprises at least one light stabilizer which is a UV stabilizer, and comprises a flame retardant. The invention also includes the use of the film and a process for its production.

Abstract: The invention relates to a white, flame-resistant, UV-stable, thermoformable, oriented film made from a crystallizable thermoplastic, the thickness of which lies in the range of from 10 &mgr;m to 350 &mgr;m. Said film comprises at least one white pigment, a flame-proofing agent and a UV absorber and is characterized by good stretchability and thermoformability, by good optical and mechanical properties and an economical production. The invention further relates to a method for the production of said film and the use thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a sealable, flame-retardant, coextruded, biaxially oriented polyester film with one matt side, and composed of at least one base layer B and of, applied to the two sides of this base layer, a sealable outer layer A and a matt outer layer C. The film also comprises at least one flame retardant. The invention further relates to the use of the film and to a process for its production.

Abstract: A wood preservative composition which comprises water soluble acidic copper salts plus water soluble fatty amine salts in a weight ratio of from 0.1 to 10 parts water soluble fatty amine salt for each part of water soluble acidic copper salt. Methods for protecting wood from termites, decay, and mildew, and for reducing the ferrous metal corrosion properties of water soluble copper salts by using the disclosed composition are provided.

Abstract: An additive-containing resin molded article which suffers from little exudation or vaporization of an additive and sustains the effect of the additive for a long period of time and in which reductions in various physical properties due to molecular weight reduction of a polyester resin are suppressed, and a process for producing the same are provided. When a polyester resin 5 is heat-melted and molded into a prescribed shape by means of an extruder 1, etc., a bi- or multi-functional additive 6 having at least one of a functional hydroxyl group, carboxyl group, amino group, and ester bond is added and allowed to react with the polymer molecules of the molten polyester resin 5 to obtain an additive-containing resin molded article 50 in which the additive 6 is bonded to the polymer molecules through an ester linkage or an amide linkage.

Abstract: The present invention provides an antimicrobial agent consisting of glass which comprises 50 to 60 mole % of ZnO, 20 to 30 mole % of at least one member selected from the group consisting of B2O3 and P2O5, 1 to 10 mole % of at least one member selected from the group consisting of Al2O3 and ZrO2, 5 to 10 mole % of an alkali metal oxide and 0 to 15 mole % of SiO2 and an antimicrobial agent consisting of glass which comprises 50 to 70 mole % of ZnO, 20 to 35 mole % of P2O5, 0.5 to 10 mole % of Al2O3, 0.5 to 10 mole % of SnO2, 0 to 5 mole % of SiO2 and 5 to 10 mole % of an alkali metal oxide as well as an antimicrobial resin composition and antimicrobial artificial marble, each of which comprises a resin and the antimicrobial agent blended therewith. The antimicrobial resin composition and the antimicrobial artificial marble are excellent in their antimicrobial properties, resistance to color change and water resistance.

Abstract: A process for preparing a fire-resistant cellulosic material which comprises contacting cellulosic material with an aqueous solution of aluminum phosphate wherein the molar ratio of aluminum to phosphorous is less than 1:1, optionally containing a metal oxide, to form an initially treated cellulosic material containing aluminum phosphate and an increased amount of water, removing water from and curing said initially treated cellulosic material to form a fire-resistant cellulosic material. The cellulosic material is preferably wood and the wood is preferably a shingle or plywood.

Abstract: Use of a wood preservative for the supplemental protection of wood, comprising a copper compound, an alkanolmonoamine and a complexing organic carboxylic acid or its ammonium or alkali metal salts, and a wrap for the supplemental protection of wood which comprises this wood preservative.

Abstract: A flame-retardant adhesive film comprises an insulating substrate film, a flame-retardant interlayer provided on the insulating substrate film, and a flame-retardant adhesive layer provided on the flame-retardant interlayer. The flame-retardant interlayer has higher flame retardance than the flame-retardant adhesive layer. The flame-retardant adhesive layer contains a nitrogen-containing organic flame retardant, and the flame-retardant interlayer contains a non-halogen-based flame retardant with better flame retardance than the nitrogen-containing organic flame retardant.

Abstract: An anticorrosive and antifouling additive for paints, which is effective to protect structures such as steel ships and pipes from rust, and prevent the adhesion of marine organisms and algae to the structures used in seawater without adversely affecting the marine environment, and a paint containing the same additive are provided. The additive comprises 70 to 94% by weight of at least one selected from the group consisting of bastnasite, monazite and Chinese complex mineral, 3% by weight or more of tourmaline, and 3% by weight or more of zircon, with respect to the total amount of the additive. The additive emits a required amount of negative ions to achieve the effect of preventing the adhesion of marine organisms and algae and prevents the occurrence of rust. In practical use, the additive can be added to a conventional paint in an amount of 8 to 15% with respect to paint weight.

Abstract: Wood preservatives contain a copper compound, an alkanolamine, a triazole, an emulsifier and/or a phosphonium compound and are used for impregnating wood.

Abstract: A flame retardant for flameproof mesh sheets which does not generate halogen gas at the time of combustion and a flameproof mesh sheet comprising the same. Also disclosed is a flame retardant for mesh sheets comprising 1.5 to 15 wt % of red phosphorus and 10 to 70 parts by weight of an ammonium polyphosphate compound based on 100 parts by weight of the solid content of an aqueous solution of a polyolefin resin having a resin solid content of 2.0 to 45 wt % and a flameproof mesh sheet treated with this flame retardant.

Abstract: A process for preparing a fire-resistant cellulosic material which comprises contacting cellulosic material with an aqueous solution of aluminum phosphate wherein the molar ratio of aluminum to phosphorous is less than 1:1, optionally containing a metal oxide, to form an initially treated cellulosic material containing aluminum phosphate and an increased amount of water, removing water from and curing said initially treated cellulosic material to form a fire-resistant cellulosic material. The cellulosic material is preferably wood and the wood is preferably a shingle or plywood.