Abstract: This invention concerns highly effective functional additive products that comprise diatomite. More particularly, it concerns such functional additive products possessing particle size distributions which make them more effective as functional additives in filled systems. Higher effectiveness is demonstrated through lower Standard Sheen and/or reduced unit consumption relative to diatomite functional additives already in the public domain. Such products may also possess high brightness, low tint and/or an absence of detectable crystalline silica.

Abstract: The invention relates to a multilayer thermal insulation panel for construction (100) and manufacturing method thereof. Such panel comprises: —a main layer (1) in thermally insulating material which comprises a first surface (10) and a second surface (20); —a first backing layer (2) of the main layer connected to the main layer along the first surface (10); a second backing layer (5) of the main layer connected to the main layer along the second surface (20). At least one of such first (2) and second (5) backing layers comprises: —a reinforcement layer (3) in fibrous material, a fire-resistant (4) and thermally insulating layer, —a cladding layer (6) of the reinforcement layer (3); —a binding layer (7) positioned on a surface (8) of the fire-resistant layer (4) in such a way that the fire-resistant layer is sandwiched between the cladding layer (6) and the binding layer. The panel is characterised in that the binding layer (7) is manufactured by means of.

Abstract: A tissue marking system for marking a tissue sample includes at least one container and at least one ink stored in the container. The at least one ink may include a plurality of inks each of a different colored and may be sterile or non-sterile. The ink has a viscosity of from 85 ku to 115 ku such that when applied to a tissue surface having adjacent tissue margins, the ink does not migrate onto an adjacent tissue surface.

Abstract: The disclosure provides self-dispersing pigment having an isoelectric point of at least about 8 comprising an inorganic particle, and in particular a titanium dioxide (TiO2) pigment, treated sequentially by: hydrolyzing an aluminum compound or basic aluminate to deposit a hydrous alumina surface; and adding a dual-functional compound comprising an anchoring group that attaches the dual-functional compound to the pigment surface, and a basic amine group comprising a primary, secondary or tertiary amine. These self-dispersing pigments are useful in making décor paper that may be used in paper laminates.

Abstract: A single-use tissue marking system for use in marking a tissue sample includes a container and a first number of ink reservoirs at least partially defined by the container. Each reservoir contains ink of a different color. The system also includes a second number of applicators. Each applicator is configured to absorb a quantity of ink for application to the tissue sample. A cover is coupled to and cooperates with the container to fully enclose each of the first number of ink reservoirs.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for dynamically controlling the circulation rate of solids in an interconnected fluidized bed. When an interconnected fluidized bed is operating, it is available to control the circulation rate of solids by adopting the steps of adjusting the height difference between the orifice on the weir and the bottom surface of the bed region, adjusting the cross-sectional area of the above orifice, or adjusting the height of the above weir. By using multiple ways, the circulation rate of solids can be improved substantially. In addition, the curve of circulation rate of solids can be converged to the maximum circulation rate of solids effectively.

Abstract: A linoleum composition including a dendritic substituent comprising (i) a polyfunctional core including a plurality of primary branches extending from the core and (ii) a plurality of dendritic branches extending from the plurality of primary branches, and each dendritic branch having an unsaturated functionality.

Abstract: A method for synthesizing nitrogen-doped carbon tubes involves preparing a solution of cyanamide and a suitable transition metal-containing salt in a solvent, evaporating the solvent to form a solid, and pyrolyzing the solid under an inert atmosphere under conditions suitable for the production of nitrogen-doped carbon tubes from the solid. Pyrolyzing for a shorter period of time followed by rapid cooling resulted in a tubes with a narrower average diameter.

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: 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: The present invention pertains to the uses of HiOmega flax (linseed) oil, a naturally occurring flax (linseed) with higher than normal alpha linolenic acid content in the production of stronger, more scratch and solvent resistant industrial products such as alkyd resins, epoxidized oils, epoxies, inks, coatings such as paints, enamels, varnishes and films and anti-spalling concrete preservatives.

Abstract: To provide an electrophoretic dispersion capable of reducing or preventing the aggregation of electrophoretic particles, an electrophoretic display device using the electrophoretic dispersion, a method of manufacturing the electrophoretic display device, and an electronic system superior in display performance; an electrophoretic display device (electrophoretic display unit) has: a first substrate with a first electrode; a second substrate with a second electrode opposite the first electrode; and an electrophoretic dispersion provided between the first substrate and second substrate. The electrophoretic dispersion (dispersion for electrophoretic display units) includes a liquid phase insulative dispersion medium and electrophoretic particles dispersed in the dispersion medium, the particles electrophoretically migrated under an influence of an electric field.

Abstract: Resistance to heat flow is known by the symbol R if the same heat is flowing through two substances, the total resistance is equal to the resistance of each substance.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of producing an interior fitment for motor vehicles, the interior fitment having on its facing side a wood molding which is provided with a coating. In order to impart a substantially natural impression to the interior fitment, the invention proposes applying to the wood molding a coating material based on vegetable-oil-modified resins and natural vegetable oils, with the addition to the coating material of ceramic microparticles. Likewise proposed is an interior fitment produced preferably by this method.

Abstract: A method of preventing re-swelling of a compressed wooden blank, includes the steps of: a) providing a blank of compressed wood; b) exposing the blank to a reduced gas pressure of at most 0.5 atm; c) submerging the blank in a volume-stabilising composition containing a hydrophobic base component and an additive which is compatible with the hydrophobic base component and which includes one or more hydrophilic groups chosen from carboxyl-, hydroxy- and amino groups; d) exposing the blank to a higher pressure than in step b) over a predetermined period of time while keeping the blank submerged in the volume-stabilising composition; and e) removing the blank from the composition. Steps b) and step c) are carried out simultaneously.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to temporary corrosion resistant coatings and films upon metal substrates, e.g., metal tools and dies. The temporary coatings and films will not adversely chemically alter the surface of the underlying substrate. The coatings/films comprise a mixture of at least one of an acrylic, water, an oil, silica, at least one silicate, surfactants and optionally one or more buffering materials and waxes.

Abstract: A stain/topcoat system for non-porous thermoset and/or thermoplastic articles comprises a pigmented stain, and a topcoat comprising one or more non-siloxane film-forming polymers, an emulsion of one or more curable organopolysiloxanes, a weatherability agent having a functional group that is reactive with carboxylate functional sites and water. The topcoat displays exceptional adhesion and weatherability to pigmented stained surfaces.

Abstract: A painting medium for artists is provided and is an essentially homogeneous admixture of raw drying oil and polymerized drying oil produced by mixing together in a heated state. A thinned version of this medium is provide by mixing an essential oil or alcohol solvent with the essentially homogeneous mixture of raw and polymerized drying oil. The essentially homoge-neous mixture of raw and polymerized drying oil is combined with an essential oil or solvent based varnish to produce an artist medium with improved drying properties permitting successive coats of the medium at be applied in relatively short periods of time without the coats or layers bleeding into one another.

Abstract: A stain/topcoat system for non-porous thermoset and/or thermoplastic articles comprises a pigmented stain having substantially only a single binder resin which promotes adherence of a topcoat, and a topcoat which is an aqueous dispersion of a film forming polymer and a curable organopolysiloxane microemulsion. The topcoat displays exceptional adhesion and weatherability to pigmented stained surfaces.

Abstract: This invention involves a novel paint formulation comprising a phosphate or metal sulfide heavy metal reactive compound, a binder, a solubilizing compound and a buffer which acts as a carrier for heavy metal reactive chemicals so that when this novel paint is applied to a heavy metal painted surface and both are subsequently removed, the heavy metal paint waste is rendered non-hazardous under the TCLP test.

Abstract: The invention relates to a dispersing agent or salts thereof, comprising the reaction product of:A one or more polyisocyanates with an average functionality of about 2 to about 5, withB a compound of the type Y--R--X, wherein Y represents a ring structure with at least one nitrogen atom in the ring, R represents a chain of at least three atoms and X has the meaning O--R.sup.1 or N(R.sup.1) (R.sup.2), wherein R.sup.1 is H or a group of the formula R.sup.3 --Z, wherein R.sup.3 represents a chain with at least two atoms and Z represents OH or NH.sub.2, and R.sup.2 represents a group of the formula R.sup.3 --Z, which compound is obtainable through reaction of an acrylate compound or an epoxide compound with a cyclic compound which has at least one group of the structure ##STR1## in the ring.

Abstract: Mirror resin backings containing antioxidant pigments which are cyanamide derivatives of metals, are protective backing coatings for glass substrates and mirrors. The resin backings are melamine based resin coatings which provide anti-corrosion protection for the metal layers with metal cyanamide antioxidant pigments.

Abstract: A biodegradable molded article produced by molding under pressure a residue remaining after taking out essential portions of effective elements in foods, and/or in materials thereof, such as lees of Sake, squeezed and strained lees of fruits, etc. This enables the residues to be effectively re-utilized by producing therefrom molded articles which can be used in a variety of fields. As being biodegradable, the molded article also permits an easy disposal without creating the environmental problem.

Abstract: Mirror resin backings containing antioxidant pigments which are cyanamide derivatives of metals, are protective backing coatings for glass substrates and mirrors. The resin backings are melamine based resin coatings which provide anti-corrosion protection for the metal layers with metal cyanamide antioxidant pigments.

Abstract: A corrosion inhibitor pigment composition is based a solid solution of (Ni.sup.2+ +Co.sup.2+)-bis-hydrogen cyanamide.

Abstract: A coating and bonding composition is disclosed which includes a suspending agent, bonding agent, thinning agent, and a metallic flake designed to bond a dissimilar metal to the thread surface to prevent seizing and galling.

Abstract: A tire gel balancing composition having a Storage modulus of between 3000 and 15000 Pa and the Specific Gravity less than 1000 kg/m.sup.3 in the temperature range between -20.degree. and +90.degree. C., preferably its Storage modulus is about 9000 Pa, is capable of balancing tires by being able to flow under the vibrations caused by imbalance in a wheel assembly. The composition preferably comprises a mixture of: 1) paraffinic oils, polybutene oils, polyol esters or polyol ethers; 2) hydrophobic or hydrophilic fumed silica; 3) poly-alkyl-methacrylates, styrene-ethylene-propylene block copolymers or polyhydroxycarboxyl acid derivatives; and optionally corrosion inhibitors and antioxidants.

Abstract: An improved polyurethane-based water-in-water multicolor paint composition is provided having a disperse phase and a continuous phase which is characterized by disperse phase bodies of improved durability. The disperse phase preferably is comprised of a water dispersible, inert film-forming, crosslinkable polymer system; hydroxy (lower alkyl) cellulose; alkali metal carboxy (lower alkyl) cellulose; quaternized water soluble cellulose ether; peptized clay; inorganic salt of heavy or trivalent metal; and water. The continuous phase preferably is comprised of such a crosslinkable polymer system, a peptized clay and water. Methods for preparing the paint are also provided.

Abstract: A biodegradable molded article produced by molding under pressure a residue remaining after taking out essential portions of effective elements in foods, and/or in materials thereof, such as lees of Sake, squeezed and strained lees of fruits, etc. This enables the residues to be effectively re-utilized by producing therefrom molded articles which can be used in a variety of fields. As being biodegradable, the molded article also permits an easy disposal without creating an environmental problem.

Abstract: A material for reducing glare and reflection from reflective surfaces such as television screens, visual display units and windows. The material comprises a two part mixture of a lacquer and a flatting base. The lacquer consists of at least one C.sub.2 -C.sub.6 aliphatic ester such as butyl acetate, at least one C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 aliphatic alcohol such as n-butanol, at least one ketone such as acetone, nitrocellulose, a plasticizer such as diisooctyl phthalate, and an aromatic solvent such as benzene. The flatting base consists of an aromatic solvent such as benzene, a hydrocarbon solvent mixture, at least one C.sub.2 -C.sub.6 aliphatic ester, synthetic silica, synthetic wax, an alkyd resin and an anti-settling agent such as castor oil.

Abstract: An improved polyurethane-based water-in-water multicolor paint composition is provided having a disperse phase and a continuous phase which is characterized by an accelerated capacity to transfer from an applicator surface to a substrate surface during paint application. The disperse phase preferably is comprised of a water dispersible, inert film-forming, crosslinkable, polyurethane polymer system; hydroxy (lower alkyl) cellulose; quaternized water soluble cellulose ether; peptized clay and water. The continuous phase preferably is comprised of such a polyurethane polymer system, a water soluble, film-forming, crosslinkable, pressure-responsive contact adhesive, a peptized clay and water. Methods for preparing the paint are also provided.

Abstract: This invention provides a water-reducible oil paint, capable of maintaining a stable suspension of coloring pigment during storage, and having the mechanical, coloring and drying properties of a traditional oil paint and methods for making same. The oil paint comprises a pigment, a base gel composition and an emulsifier-amine soap composition; the base gel composition comprises a traditional drying or semi-drying oil or oil acid, a nonionic or mixed nonionic-anionic emulsifier, having an HLB value in the range of from about 8 to about 18, and a thixotropic gel stabilizer; the emulsifier-amine soap compositon comprises at least one amine soap of an acid, selected from mono- and di-unsaturated drying oil acids, and a nonionic or mixed nonionic-anionic emulsifier. In another embodiment of the invention, the oil paint comprises at least one pigment, a complementary stabilizer, an emulsifier, a polymeric dispersant, a traditional stabilizer, optionally a wetting agent, and a drying oil.

Abstract: An oil based artist paint composition is disclosed in which a polymeric plasticizer is included that acts to circumvent embrittlement of a dried paint film on ageing. The invention has particular application to artists' paint compositions that are linseed oil based. A preferred plasticizer is poly butyl acrylate.In a preferred embodiment, alkyd resins are included in the composition to reduce the tendency of paint films to shrink on ageing and "creep" when used in very heavy impasto applications.

Abstract: An improved polyurethane-based water-in-water multicolor paint composition is provided having a disperse phase and a continuous phase which is characterized by an accelerated capacity to transfer from an applicator surface to a substrate surface during paint application. The disperse phase preferably is comprised of a water dispersible, inert film-forming, crosslinkable, polyurethane polymer system; hydroxy (lower alkyl) cellulose; quaternized water soluble cellulose ether; peptized clay and water. The continuous phase preferably is comprised of such a polyurethane polymer system, a water soluble, film-forming, crosslinkable, pressure-responsive contact adhesive, a peptized clay and water. Methods for preparing the paint are also provided.

Abstract: A polyurethane-based water-in-water multicolor paint composition is provided having a disperse phase and a continuous phase. The disperse phase contains a water dispersible, film-forming, crosslinkable, polymer system selected from among a polyurethane polymer system, a carboxylated polymer system, and mixtures thereof; as well as hydroxy (lower alkyl) cellulose, quaternized water soluble cellulose ether, peptized clay, and water. The continuous phase preferably is comprised of a polyurethane polymer system, a peptized clay and water. Methods for preparing the paint are also provided.

Abstract: Soluble salt-free, contaminant-free antioxidant pigments which are cyanamide derivatives of metals, are provided in combination with organic resin polymers, as protective mirror backing coatings.

Abstract: This invention provides a water-reducible oil paint, capable of maintaining a stable suspension of coloring pigment during storage, and having the mechanical, coloring and drying properties of a traditional oil paint. The oil paint comprises a pigment, a base gel composition and an emulsifier- amine soap composition; the base gel composition comprises a traditional drying or semi-drying oil or oil acid, a nonionic or mixed nonionic-anionic emulsifier, having an HLB value in the range of from about 8 to about 18, and a thixotropic gel stabilizer; the emulsifier-amine soap composition comprises at least one amine soap of an acid, selected from mono- and di-unsaturated drying oil acids, and a nonionic or mixed nonionic-anionic emulsifier. The preferred embodiment of this invention is a high-solids artists' oil paint.

Abstract: A universally applicable SiO.sub.2 -flatting agent is described, which consists of SiO.sub.2, 1 to 25% by weight polyol and optionally 1 to 25% by weight wax. The novel flatting agent is, even after lengthy storage, especially at pressure, still easily dispersible, does not lead to the formation of a hard sediment with non-thixotropic paints and lacquers, and has practically no negative effect on the thixotropic behaviour of paints and lacquers based on thixotropic polyamide-modified alkyd resins. The SiO.sub.2, polyol and wax can be brought together in a variety of ways, e.g. during the micronization of the SiO.sub.2 in a jet-mill or mechanical mill by adding polyol and wax at the same time, by spray-drying a suspension of SiO.sub.2 in an aqueous polyol solution or even before drying by adding polyol during washing or an earlier production step. It is also possible to spray-dry a suspension of SiO.sub.2, wax emulsion and polyol.

Abstract: A polyurethane-based water-in-water multicolor paint composition is provided having a disperse phase and a continuous phase. The disperse phrase preferably is comprised of a water dispersible, film-forming, crosslinkable, polyurethane polymer system; hydroxy (lower alkyl) cellulose; quaternized water soluble cellulose ether; peptized clay; and water. The continuous phase preferably is comprised of such a polyurethane polymer system, a peptized clay and water. Methods for preparing the paint are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a printing composition, in particular, a paste printing ink vehicle for effecting the setting of a paste printing ink by penetration into a substrate, the vehicle utilizing a vegetable oil fatty acid esterified with a simple alcohol or glycol as a solvent. The use of the esterified fatty acid as a solvent in the printing ink vehicle enables the production of novel petroleum distillate free paste printing inks having characteristics substantially similar to that of conventional petroleum distillate based printing inks.

Abstract: An improved composition for use as a liquid vehicle in ink systems and for printing on diverse substrates. The functional constituents of the compostiion are unsaturated fatty acid esters, difunctional or multifunctional acrylate esters and optionally mixed esters of unsaturated fatty acid and difunctional or multifunctional acrylates and other alpha, beta unsaturated carboxylates. Lithographing ink vehicle formulations of these improved components exhibit exceptional performance. In application, the improved compositions permit a substantial reduction or elimination of solvents and certain drying agents that otherwise form toxic and environmentally sensitive byproducts.

Abstract: Printing inks, which do not require any petroleum-derived component, are prepared from vegetable oils by heat bodying the oils to within a specified viscosity range. The process is easily tailored to give products having viscosity, tackiness, ruboff resistance, and color density properties which meet or exceed industry standards. The inherent light coloration of the vehicles permits formulation into colored inks having substantially reduced pigment levels.

Abstract: A water-in-water multicolored paint composition is provided having a disperse phase and a continuous phase. The disperse phase preferably is comprised of water soluble, film-forming, crosslinkable, carboxylated polymer; crosslinking agent; hydroxy (lower alkyl) cellulose; cationic quaternized water soluble cellulose ether; peptized clay; and water. The continuous phase preferably is comprised of a gel of peptized clay and water. Methods for preparing the paint are also provided.

Abstract: A water-in-liquid hydrocarbon multicolored paint composition is provided having a disperse phase and a continuous phase. The disperse phase preferably is comprised of water soluble, film-forming, crosslinkable, carboxylated polymer; crosslinking agent; hydroxy (lower alkyl) cellulose; cationic quaternized water soluble cellulose ether; peptized clay and water. The continuous phase preferably is a hydrocarbon composition containing film-forming polymer, wax and thickener. Methods for preparing the paint are also provided.

Abstract: A binder composition for preparing an air drying lacquer, comprising a binder in combination with an organoaluminum compound, the binder being an ester reaction product of an unsaturated, monobasic, aliphatic carboxylic acid having 16-24 carbon atoms or a mixture thereof, optionally with other acids, and a polyhydric alcohol having 6-8 hydroxyl groups. The invention also refers to an air drying lacquer free from solvents comprising said binder composition, siccative, and optionally pigments and other conventional additives.

Abstract: This invention is related to making oil paint mediums or varnishes by heating purified linseed or similar oils sufficiently to cause gelling, either with or without catalysts or additives. After sufficient heating, the oil remains a heated liquid, but with the capabilities of becoming a gel at reduced temperatures. Solvent is added and is mixed into the liquid, potential gel, until it becomes a solution. This cooled solution maintains the capabilities to gel, but gelling is then delayed until the solvent evaporates during use.

Abstract: A printing ink emulsion system containing an oil-base phase and water-miscible phase and exhibiting a high degree of stability against phase separation in use. The composition contains a small amount of phosphoric acid as a stabilizer, and is characterized in that the printing emulsion functions effectively as a single-application-step formulation in which the ink is retained only by the image portion of a plate, thus obviating the need for a separate operational step in which water is applied to a non-image area of a printing plate or roller to render that area ink-repellant.

Abstract: Epoxy ester-modified alkyd resin formulations are provided comprising:(i) from about 70 to 80 wt % soya modified alkyd resin;(ii) from about 4.75 to 10 wt % epoxy ester resin;(iii) from about 4.75 to 10 wt % silicone modified alkyd resin; and(iv) from about 0.5 to 10 wt % compatible solvent.These alkyd resin formulations can be pigmented to provide a wide variety of pigmented, epoxy ester modified, air dry alkyd enamels.

Abstract: An air-drying, oil and dirt repellent alkyd paint is made by reacting a drying component, such as a drying oil, hydroxyl containing mixture of fluorine-free polyol and fluorinated aliphatic alcohol having a perfluoroalkyl group of from 4 to 12 carbon atoms, and a polycarboxylic acid, and then adding a suitable solvent, and a pigment component.

Abstract: An aerosol paint system is provided under sprayable pressures in a pre-packaged container adapted for instant spray application. The paint composition comprises a water-soluble monomer modified alkyd resin binder composition having a low molecular weight less than about 10,000 and an acid value (before neutralization) of above about 30 and preferably less than about 80. The product is diluted so that it is in a ready-to-use form when purchased. The paint system may be pigmented or non-pigmented (as for use in clear transparent coatings). Spray coatings of this invention deposit continuous films from pressurized containers at will.