Abstract: The invention relates to an ester AB of a polypropylene glycol A with fatty acids B, which ester AB can be added in the form of an aqueous emulsion to an aqueous coating composition, and a method of use of the ester AB as defoamer additive.

Abstract: A super-hydrophobic composition for layer recovering, particularly paper, in which the composition is a mixture of at least one hydrophobic agent of chromium complex and inorganic nanoparticles selected from a group consisting of hydrophobic nanoparticles, hydrophilic nanoparticles and combinations thereof, with an average particle size of 1 nm to 35 nm.

Abstract: Oil compositions having a high concentration of polyunsaturated fatty acids are described for use in various applications including use as drying oils, in ink compositions and coating compositions. Oil compositions wherein the double bonds of the fatty acids are substantially epoxidized are described and used as plasticizers and thermal stabilizers for various halogenated polymer compositions.

Abstract: Oil compositions having a high concentration of polyunsaturated fatty acids are described for use in various applications including use as drying oils, in ink compositions and coating compositions. Oil compositions wherein the double bonds of the fatty acids are substantially epoxidized are described and used as plasticizers and thermal stabilizers for various halogenated polymer compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to a coating composition for a fertilizer comprising at least 50 wt % of a cross-linked lipid; and less than 0.20 wt %, relative to the total weight of the lipid, of a catalyst for cross-linking an unsaturated lipid. The cross-linked lipid has a viscosity at 20 degree Celsius (° C.) in the range of 110 and 800 mPa·s.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a functionalized soybean compound, and a coating composition employing the same. The functionalized soybean compound has the chemical structure represented below: wherein, each n is independent and an integer from 1 to 10; each m is independent and an integer from 1 to 10; each x is independent and can be 1 or 2; and each R1 is independent and can be hydroxyl group, wherein i can be 1, or 2, j can be an integer from 4 to 60, R2 can be hydrogen, C1-3 alkyl group, or acrylic group, R3 and R4 are hydrogen, or R3 and R4 are linked together with the carbon atoms to which R3 and R4 are attached to form a saturated and unsaturated six-membered ring, and R6, R7, and R8 are independent and can be hydrogen, or C1-6 alkyl group.

Abstract: Curing agents for air-drying alkyd-based resins, coatings, such as paint, varnish or wood stain, inks and linoleum floor coverings, based on an iron/manganese complex containing tetradentate, pentadentate or hexadentate nitrogen donor ligands are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to wetting agents for wetting working material for producing pressed material boards, comprising polyols, acylglycerides or acylglyceride derivatives, surfactants, and water.

Abstract: A bio-based coating for a building automatically transmits or reflects heat gain from infrared sunlight. The coating is composed of bio-based polymerized oil and a catalyst that is also a thermochromic material. The catalyst reduces the temperature for polymerization of the oil to create a suspension that forms a hardened mixture when cooled below about 100 degrees Centigrade. The thermochromic properties of the catalyst are operable to switch the hardened mixture from transparent to reflective of infrared light when the temperature rises above a switching temperature in an approximate range of 18 degrees Centigrade to 35 degrees Centigrade. The method of using the coating involves spraying a hot bio-based coating on the roof surface and allowing it to cool. The method of making involves heating the suspension to a reaction temperature, holding at the reaction temperature, and, introducing an air flow through the mixture at the reaction temperature.

Abstract: The invention concerns a composition comprising as component (A): 10% to 97% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, of one or more monocarboxylic esters of the general formula R1—CO—OR2, in which R1 is a saturated or unsaturated, branched or straight-chain, aliphatic group having 11 to 23 carbon atoms and R2 is a branched or straight-chain aliphatic group, a cycloaliphatic group or aromatic group having 1 to 13 carbon atoms, and the sum of the carbon atoms of the groups R1 and R2 is not more than 30, the monocarboxylic ester or esters possessing a boiling point of more than 250° C. under a standard pressure of 101.3 kPa, and as component (B): 3% to 90% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition, of one or more dispersants, the composition possessing a viscosity at 25° C. of less than 5000 mPas. The invention further concerns the use of the composition as a dispersion medium, millbases obtained from the composition, and the use of the millbases.

Abstract: Compositions useful for preparing pressure sensitive adhesives, coatings, and/or films are provided, along with methods of making and using the same. The compositions are made from renewable, plant-based materials. The compositions comprise plant oil triglycerides that are polymerized and crosslinked to yield polymer matrices. Plant-based carriers and/or tackifiers can be used in the invention, including epoxidized plant oil triglycerides, acrylated epoxidized plant oil triglycerides, and dihydroxylated plant oil triglycerides. Natural tackifiers such as rosin esters and terpenes can also be used in the compositions. Dihydroxylated plant oil triglyceride tackifiers for use in biobased and synthetic adhesives are also provided.

Abstract: A release agent and method for using the same is provided. The release agent may have a high viscosity and gravity measurement and allowing for incorporation of a plurality of alternative oils and greases to be used as coating agent. Additionally, the release agent is adaptable for multiple uses by an end user as a coating agent without the need for reapplication of the release agent after every use. Moreover, the release agent may have additives such as anti-oxidants, preservatives, and emulsifiers that may allow for longer shelf life, easier coating and the like. Still further, the release agent may incorporate coloring and fragrances to make the agent more user friendly and easier to identify for coating purposes by the end user. The release agent may also incorporate freezing point depressants, anti-oxidants, emulsifiers, fragrances and solvent additives to increase shelf life and efficacy of the release agent.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition for use in the production of a construction element, said composition comprising a vegetable oil and a graded aggregate having a maximum aggregate particle size of around 15 mm and/or an aggregate porosity of greater than 5%. Construction elements produced using the composition are described. There is further provided a structural element comprising at least partially cured vegetable oil and an aggregate. A method for producing a construction element is provided comprising mixing partially cured vegetable oil with an aggregate and then further curing said vegetable oil within said mixture.

Abstract: In at least one embodiment the present invention relates to a water repellant coating composition comprising an organic polymer, polysiloxane, an emulsifier, and water. In at least one embodiment, the organic polymer comprises polybutene, an alkyd polymer, an acrylic polymer, or a mixture thereof.

Abstract: An oil-based formulation useful as a creping release aid formulation or Yankee dryer coating composition is described. Methods of creping using the oil-based formulation are also described.

Abstract: Curing agents for air-drying alkyd-based resins, coatings, such as paint, varnish or wood stain, inks and linoleum floor coverings, based on an iron/manganese complex containing tetradentate, pentadentate or hexadentate nitrogen donor ligands are disclosed.

Abstract: One or more aspects of the present invention relate to a material comprising particles dispersed in a polymer matrix, wherein the particles include at least one metal and are packed in the polymer matrix with a density of at least 0.6 of the density of the at least one metal. The invention further relates to a shaped charge, an element for forming a liner of a shaped charge, and a kit for assembling a shaped charge.

Abstract: Metallic soap compositions for use in various applications, including as adhesives, as having anti-corrosion properties on certain surfaces or materials, and as asphalt modifiers to reduce viscosity in an asphalt mixture, and process for making the same, are disclosed. The processes comprise at least a partial saponification of a mixture of an oil, often a natural oil which may be hydrogenated and/or metathesized, and a metal compound via a fusion process, or may comprise at least a partial saponification of a mixture of a similar oil and a metal compound, or optionally a fatty acid derived from a similar oil, via an aqueous process, with an optional addition of an inorganic metal salt via at least one ion exchange reaction.

Abstract: A release agent for use on mining and mineral processing equipment that eliminate or significantly reduces sticking and freezing of ore and mining materials during excavation, transportation, and processing. The release agent is comprised of a mixture of natural oils such as crude degummed soybean oil and a surfactant such as Lutensol®.

Abstract: Composite panels may be prepared using a moisture resistance additive having a formulation that includes a triglyceride having a saponification value of at least 150 and an iodine value of at least 35. The additive may be used in the form of a water emulsion. The water emulsion may be prepared by dispersing the components of the additive formulation under conditions sufficient to at least partially saponify the triglyceride. The moisture resistance additive can impart resistance to moisture absorption and thickness swelling to composite panels prepared therewith.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a natural adhesive using garlic and a fabricating method thereof, and, more particularly to a very preservative, adhesive, nonpoisonous and high-performance natural adhesive, which is a chemical-free natural adhesive using garlic with high antibiosis as a major ingredient, capable of efficiently preventing a variety of damages due to volatile organic compounds by employing no chemicals throughout the whole fabricating procedures, and a fabricating method thereof. In detail, the present invention provides a natural adhesive using garlic fabricated by filtering and concentrating an extracted liquid obtained from a mixture of pulverized garlic and water.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a composition useful as an additive to a printing ink. In one embodiment a composition is used that includes a biologically derived base material formed from one or more saturated or unsaturated straight or branched chain triglycerides or combinations thereof, wherein the triglycerides are partially to fully hydrogenated and have a viscosity between about 50 and about 200,000 centipoise at temperatures about 72 degrees Fahrenheit. In another embodiment, the composition further includes a finely divided additive selected from the group consisting of polytetrafluoroethylene or hydrogenated triglycerides in an intimate admixture with the base material. Other aspects relate to a method of making an ink additive and method for printing paper stock by letter press or lithography.

Abstract: A moisture-curable, silane-modified oil is disclosed. The silane-modified oil includes an unsaturated oil having at least one unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon chain per molecule of the unsaturated oil, and at least one hydrolysable silyl group grafted to the unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon chain. The silane-modified oil has a degree of unsaturation that is substantially similar that of the unsaturated oil. A process for forming the moisture-curable, silane-modified oil according to the disclosure includes reacting the unsaturated oil with an unsaturated hydrolysable silane in the presence of a free radical initiator. Also disclosed is a cured silane-modified oil which includes the reaction product of the silane-modified oil and water. Compositions according to the disclosure have relatively low viscosities (facilitating their application to a substrate) and have relatively high levels of silane grafting (resulting in non-leaching cured compositions with a high gel content).

Abstract: Disclosed herein is the correlation of chemical properties of oils with the physical properties of a resulting cured oil composition. Also disclosed are biocompatible materials and coatings for medical devices prepared using enriched oils and methods for enhancing or modifying the physical and chemical characteristics of cured oils by enriching such oils with fatty acid alkyl esters. Methods of tailoring the properties of biocompatible materials and coatings to deliver one or more therapeutic agents are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for processing mixtures of carboxylic acids obtained as hydrolysis products of suberin and cutin, particularly suberin and cutin isolated from birch bark, to give mono-, oligo- and polyesters, or corresponding ester-ethers, as well as the use of the products thus obtained as lubricants, fuel components, plasticizers, surface active agents, environmentally friendly agents for modifying wood, binders in coatings, adhesives, printing inks and composites, further in various cosmetic applications.

Abstract: Composite panels may be prepared using a moisture resistance additive having a formulation that includes a triglyceride having a saponification value of at least 150 and an iodine value of at least 35. The additive may be used in the form of a water emulsion. The water emulsion may be prepared by dispersing the components of the additive formulation under conditions sufficient to at least partially saponify the triglyceride. The moisture resistance additive can impart resistance to moisture absorption and thickness swelling to composite panels prepared therewith.

Abstract: Steps in the processing of oils derived from plants or vegetables include the degumming, deodorizing and bleaching of the oil before it can be used for further applications. By eliminating one or more of these steps from the processing of the oil, followed by hydrogenating the oil to a specified degree of hydrogenation, the resulting upgraded oils can be incorporated into products having commercial applications. The process uses a high shear mixing device and a hydrogenation catalyst. The process can utilize a single or multiple high shear devices, and utilize renewable oils instead of increasingly scarce petroleum based products. The resulting hydrogenated products may then be utilized in a variety of other commercial applications, such as to render cellulosic products water resistant, provide a coating for numerous cellulosic products, adhesive compositions, ink compositions, firelog compositions, drilling muds or asphalt modifiers.

Abstract: An adhesive product and method of making the product replaces asphalt in the manufacture of roofing shingles and pavement. The method comprises steps of forming a mixture of oil comprising fatty acids and a powdered material; maintaining the oil to powdered material weight ratio in the mixture between 1 to 0.01 and 1 to 4.9; heating the mixture to a reaction temperature greater than 100 degrees Centigrade; maintaining the reaction temperature for at least five minutes; and, injecting air into the mixture while maintaining the reaction temperature. In making a roofing shingle, the method includes additional steps of: applying the heated mixture to a fiberglass mat sheet from an upstream roll to form a tacky coated strip; and, adding a layer of granules to the tacky coated strip. The adhesive material of this method comprises polymerized oil and the powdered material.

Abstract: A bio-based coating for a building automatically transmits or reflects heat gain from infrared sunlight. The coating is composed of bio-based polymerized oil and a catalyst that is also a thermochromic material. The catalyst reduces the temperature for polymerization of the oil to create a suspension that forms a hardened mixture when cooled below about 100 degrees Centigrade. The thermochromic properties of the catalyst are operable to switch the hardened mixture from transparent to reflective of infrared light when the temperature rises above a switching temperature in an approximate range of 18 degrees Centigrade to 35 degrees Centigrade. The method of using the coating involves spraying a hot bio-based coating on the roof surface and allowing it to cool. The method of making involves heating the suspension to a reaction temperature, holding at the reaction temperature, and, introducing an air flow through the mixture at the reaction temperature.

Abstract: The present disclosure presents materials comprising hydrogenated and/or partially hydrogenated polymerized vegetable oils. Non-limiting applications of the polymerized oils, including coatings, binders, blends, and greases are presented. Methods for forming these materials are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides modeling compounds and methods of making such compounds. In addition to other desirable properties, these modeling compounds may be certified organic, gluten-free, and/or soy-free.

Abstract: A polyploid castor plant being at least as fertile as a diploid castor plant isogenic to the polyploid castor plant when grown under similar conditions.

Abstract: The invention provides water-in-oil emulsions containing (a) 12-21% by weight of polyglyceryl-2 dipolyhydroxystearate, (b) 4-7% by weight of a hydrogenated ethoxylated castor oil, (c) 25-35% by weight of mineral oil, (d) 20-30% by weight of further oil substances (e), 3-5% by weight of hydrotropes, (f) 3-4% by weight of metal soaps and (g) 10-30% by weight of water, based on the overall composition. The emulsions are useful for finishing textiles and papers.

Abstract: This invention provides a composition of Flowing Colors comprising an oil paint or oil color, and a diluent selected from the group consisting of walnut oil, poppy seed oil, tung oil, perilla oil, hempseed oil, pine nut oil, sunflower oil, castor oil, safflower oil, soybean oil, mineral oil, linseed oil, vegetable oil, synthetic oil, baby oil, and a combination thereof, wherein 25% to 75% of the composition is made up of said diluent. The composition is suitable for “Flowing Colors” oil painting. The invention also provides methods of using the composition to prepare “Flowing Colors oil paintings”.

Abstract: Fatty acid esters of C6-26 fatty acids and polyvalent alcohols selected from 1,2-propylene glycol, dipropylene glycol, tripropylene glycol, triethylene glycol, glycerine, ditrimethylolpropane, neopentyl glycol, 2-methylpropane-1,3-diol, 1,4-butanediol, 1,6-hexanediol, 1,4-cyclohexanediol, 2-methylpentane-2,4-diol, 2-ethylhexane-1,3-diol, 2,2,4-trimethyl-1,3-pentanediol, 1,3-cyclohexanedimethanol, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol and hydroxypivalylhydroxypivalate are suitable as solvents for offset printing inks.

Abstract: The present invention describes a process for the deposition of one or more layers of zeolites on rigid supports of various natures and geometry, particularly on silicon wafers. The coating containing zeolites is characterised by pore sizes ranging from 1 Angstrom to a few nanometer units. The deposition process does not interfere with and/or alter the correct functioning of the electronic devices (diodes, bipolar junction transistors, field effect transistors and electronic amplifiers in general) already integrated on the support to be coated on which said deposition is effected. The process according to the invention can be applied to electronic devices and permits their unaltered correct functioning.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for coating fruits, vegetables, fowl eggs, and especially for organically-grown produce for protection and extension of the shelf life of said fruits, vegetables and fowl eggs, wherein said composition is an aqueous dispersion comprised of: (a) a hydrophobic component comprising at least one member of the following group consisting of natural wax, or vegetable oil; (b) an alkali agent; (c) water, wherein components (a) and (b) are derived from natural biological sources. The invention also relates to a method for application of the composition.

Abstract: A moisture-curable, silane-modified oil is disclosed. The silane-modified oil includes an unsaturated oil having at least one unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon chain per molecule of the unsaturated oil, and at least one hydrolysable silyl group grafted to the unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbon chain. The silane-modified oil has a degree of unsaturation that is substantially similar that of the unsaturated oil. A process for forming the moisture-curable, silane-modified oil according to the disclosure includes reacting the unsaturated oil with an unsaturated hydrolysable silane in the presence of a free radical initiator. Also disclosed is a cured silane-modified oil which includes the reaction product of the silane-modified oil and water. Compositions according to the disclosure have relatively low viscosities (facilitating their application to a substrate) and have relatively high levels of silane grafting (resulting in non-leaching cured compositions with a high gel content).

Abstract: Provided is a fiberglass binder composition which comprises epoxidized oil and a multifunctional carboxylic acid or anhydride. The resultant binder provides minimal processing difficulties and a fiberglass product which exhibits minimal water absorption. The cure time of the binder is also exceptional.

Abstract: A concentrate suitable for forming a stable aqueous composition upon dilution with water includes a water-insoluble active organic compound and a water-insoluble oil-modified alpha-beta unsaturated carboxylic acid.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fatty acid esters of polyols or sulfonated fatty acid esters or sulfonated fatty acid amides containing at least one group Y, where Y stands for CF3—(CH2)a—O—, SF5—, CF3—(CH2)a—S—, CF3CF2S—, [CF3—(CH2)a]2N— or [CF3—(CH2)a]NH—, where a stands for an integer selected from the range from 0 to 5, or formula (I), where Rf stands for CF3—(CH2)r—, CF3—(CH2)r—O—, CF3—(CH2)r—S—, CF3CF2—S—, SF5—(CH2)t— or [CF3—(CH2)r]2N—, [CF3—(CH2)r]NH— or (CF3)2N—(CH2)r—, B stands for a single bond, O, NH, NR, CH2, C(O)—O, C(O), S, CH2—O, O—C(O), N—C(O), C(O)—N, O—C(O)—N, N—C(O)—N, O—SO2 or SO2—O, R stands for alkyl having 1 to 4 C atoms, b stands for 0 or 1 and c stands for 0 or 1, q stands for 0 or 1, where at least one radical from b and q stands for 1, and r stands for 0, 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5, to processes for the preparation of these compounds, and to uses of these surface-active compounds.

Abstract: A composition comprised of a fatty acid metal salt and a fatty compound for use in an energy-curable coating having improved gloss and low coefficient of friction.

Abstract: The invention relates to application of solvent(s) to a product including at least one binder, wherein the product is a paint or coating formulation and the solvent is a compound of renewable vegetable origin, notably agricultural origin. It also relates to a paint or coating including at least one binder and one solvent, wherein the solvent is of renewable vegetable origin. Formulations are given.

Abstract: Various embodiments of a radiation curable coating compositions are provided. In one embodiment the radiation curable coating composition comprises an epoxidized vegetable oil oligomer made from the reaction of epoxidized vegetable oil (EVO) and at least one of a hydroxyl functional acrylate and a hydroxyl functional methacrylate, in the presence of an acid catalyst.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition for use in the production of a construction element, said composition comprising a vegetable oil and a graded aggregate having a maximum aggregate particle size of around 15 mm and/or an aggregate porosity of greater than 5%. Construction elements produced using the composition are described. There is further provided a structural element comprising at least partially cured vegetable oil and an aggregate. A method for producing a construction element is provided comprising mixing partially cured vegetable oil with an aggregate and then further curing said vegetable oil within said mixture.

Abstract: Canola oils from hybrid Brassica varieties and methods for producing hybrid Brassica varieties are described. The hybrid seeds have a low, mid, or high oleic acid content and a low linolenic acid content.

Abstract: The invention relates to coating and encapsulation composition useful for protecting core material from oxidative and/or hydrolytic damage. The coating composition comprises a lipid polymer and a lipid-based anti-oxidant, wherein the anti-oxidant is soluble in the lipid polymer.

Abstract: A non-toxic malleable, bounceable modeling compound stretchable in a manner similar to chewing gum which is particularly suitable for children. The compound is comprised essentially of a butyl rubber, vulcanized vegetable oil, one or more softening agents, an inorganic filler material, antioxidant and binder. The pliable compound can retain a molded shape for years and is an ideal sculpting material, stress reliever, and aid for improving dexterity. The compound is produced according to a tri-phase process that does not require heating or baking.

Abstract: The spray binding agent for a tattoo stencil is a chemical composition useful for enhancing the quality of a tattoo when using a stencil. The liquid composition is sprayed on the cleaned skin area prior to tattooing. The composition contains a cosmetic stick composition, a green soap solution, rubbing alcohol, and water. A method of tattooing using the composition is provided which includes spraying the composition onto the body part to be tattooed.

Abstract: An improved thickening composition for organic systems, including paints and coatings, is described. The additive provides paints and coatings more than adequate viscosity improvement without affecting intercoat adhesion characteristics. REEXAMINATION RESULTS The questions raised in reexamination request no. 90/007130, filed Jul. 21, 2004, have been considered and the results thereof are reflected in this reissue patent which constitutes the reexamination certificate required by 35 U. S. C. 307 as provided in 37 CFR 1.570(e), for ex parte reexamination, or the reexamination certificate required by 35 U. S. C. 316 as provided in 37 CFR 1.997(e) for inter partes reexamination.