Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of coating a substrate, comprising the steps of a) providing a substrate, b) applying a composition to at least one side of the substrate, the composition containing an inorganic compound and the inorganic compound containing at least one metal and/or semimetal selected from the group Sc, Y, Ti, Zr, Nb, V, Cr, Mo, W, Mn, Fe, Co, B, Al, In, Tl, Si, Ge, Sn, Zn, Pb, Sb, Bi or a mixture thereof and at least one element selected from the group Te, Se, S, O, Sb, As, P, N, C, Ga or a mixture thereof, c) drying the composition applied in step b), d) applying at least one coating to the at least one side of the substrate to which the composition was applied in step b), the coating containing a silane of the general formula (Z1)Si(OR)3, Z1 being R, OR or Gly (Gly is 3-glycidyloxypropyl) and R being an alkyl radical having from 1 to 18 carbon atoms, it being possible for all radicals R to be identical or different, oxide particles selected from the oxides of Ti, Si, Zr, Al, Y

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions intended to be applied to surfaces of freshly poured mortar and/or concrete mixes, before the start of setting, in order to prevent the evaporation of water needed for them to set and harden, which are distinguished by the fact that, for the purpose of making them synergistic with regard to water retention, they are composed, in the form of aqueous emulsions, of: a) at least one petroleum-derived or synthetic paraffin wax containing, as a mixture, saturated and unsaturated aliphatic hydrocarbons of general formulae CnH2n+2 and CnH2n for which n is at least equal to 30 and the melting point of which is between 40° C. and 75° C.

Abstract: The invention provides a process for obtaining a hydrophobic/oleophobic coating on a substrate of a glass, ceramic or vitroceramic material by applying a priming layer obtained from a priming agent of formula: (X1)3-q(R1)qSi—R3-Si(X2)3-q,(R2)q, the variables of which are defined in the specification and then depositing a hydrophobic coating containing a fluorinated alkylsilane.

Abstract: Ceramic/structural protein composites and methods of preparation are disclosed, including coatings and films. Ceramic/structural protein coatings can be fabricated on the surface of substrates, including the surface of implantable medical devices.

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: Described herein are methods of improving the durability of concrete by the infusion of the concrete with a low-viscosity oligomeric solution, and subsequent curing of the oligomeric solution to form a high toughness polymer. Also described herein are compositions containing concrete and high toughness polymers, and formed articles made from concrete and high toughness polymers. The methods and compositions are useful for improving the durability of concrete roads and structures, as well as the durability of repairs to concrete roads.

Abstract: A substrate may be coated with a various combinations of a water-dispersible polyisocyanate, a water-soluble acid or salt thereof, and/or an isocyanate-reactive compound. The resulting coated article has improved coating adhesion, especially near coated burnished surfaces such as sawn edges or grooves.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for coating substrates, which comprises the steps: a) provision of a substrate, b) application of a composition to at least one surface of the substrate, the composition comprising a silane of the general formula (Z1)Si(OR3), where Z1 is OR or Gly (Gly=3-glycidyloxypropyl) and R is an alkyl radical having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms and all radicals R can be identical or different, an inert solvent and an initiator and the inert solvent having a boiling point under the drying conditions of step c) which is in a range from 50° C. above to 50° C. below the drying temperature of step c) and the boiling point of the inert solvent under the drying conditions of step c) being at least 80° C., and c) drying of the composition applied in step b) at a drying temperature of from 100° C. to 250° C., and also to a coated substrate obtainable by means of the abovementioned process.

Abstract: An emulsion comprising the following (A), (B) and (C): (A) an olefinic copolymer comprising a structural unit derived from ethylene and/or a linear ?-olefin and a structural unit derived from a vinyl compound represented by the formula (I): CH2?CH—R??(I) wherein R represents a secondary alkyl group, a tertiary alkyl group or a alicyclic hydrocarbon group, or a polymer obtained by graft polymerizing an ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid anhydride to the olefinic copolymer, (B) an acrylic resin comprising a structural unit derived from an ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid and a structural unit derived from an ?,?-unsaturated carboxylic acid ester, (C) water.

Abstract: A polymerizable composition, comprising a first component comprising a cationic nanoparticle comprising a covalently bonded ammonium group, and a second component comprising an anionic polyether compound is described. Either the first component further comprises an ethylenically unsaturated polymerizable group, the second component further comprises an ethylenically unsaturated polymerizable anion, or both. A method of making an article comprising applying the polymerizable composition to a surface of an article is also described.

Abstract: Material treatment compositions for various materials and methods of treating the same is disclosed. A material treatment composition includes at least one silane-containing material, at least one base-containing material, and at least one solvent to enhance the strength of a material contacted by the composition.

Abstract: Liquid compositions are disclosed that include a photocatalytic material and a hydrophilic binder that includes an essentially completely hydrolyzed organosilicate. Also disclosed are methods of making such compositions, methods of coating a substrate with a hydrophilic composition, and substrates coated with such compositions. The compositions may, for example, be embodied as stable one-pack compositions.

Abstract: A process for producing a hydrophilic member, includes: coating a surface of a base material with a hydrophilic composition containing at least (a) a catalyst, (b) a hydrophilic polymer and (c) a metal alkoxide; and drying the composition, wherein a temperature for the drying is from 10° C. to 60° C.

Abstract: An aqueous composition of a non-siliceous fluorocarbon polymer forms a dry deposit derived from the non-siliceous fluorocarbon polymer on the surface of construction material; the non-siliceous fluorocarbon polymer being characterized by the presence of fluorocarbon units of up to 6 carbon atoms; this non-siliceous fluorocarbon polymer is a protecting agent imparting an excellent water and oil repellency and also protection against stains and dirt, to bricks, clay roofing, different kinds of tiles, marble, granite, slate, stucco,paving stones, unglazed ceramic, sandstones, limestone, wood and other objects; it is durable and can be processed at low temperature; the composition may also include silicone based agents and acrylics and can provide a natural, satin or wet look to the construction material surface.

Abstract: A method for treating at least partially uncured concrete is provided.

Abstract: A process for the production of an aqueous dispersion of metal nano particles comprising palladium is provided. The process comprises the admixture of a water soluble organic polymer, a palladium salt and a first reducing agent to an aqueous liquid. The first reducing agent is a metal-containing polymer which has reducing properties or a saccharide which has reducing properties. The nano particles can include a second metal. The dispersions can be used as catalysts for electroless plating, to produce heterogeneous catalysts and in the production of anti-microbial devices and compositions.

Abstract: A polymerizable composition, comprising a first component comprising a cationic nanoparticle comprising a covalently bonded ammonium group, and a second component comprising an anionic polyether compound is described. Either the first component further comprises an ethylenically unsaturated polymerizable group, the second component further comprises an ethylenically unsaturated polymerizable anion, or both. A method of making an article comprising applying the polymerizable composition to a surface of an article is also described.

Abstract: Preservative composition for various materials and method of preserving the same is disclosed. The preservative composition includes at least one silane-containing material and at least one hydrocarbon solvent containing molecules of at least five carbon atoms.

Abstract: Polymeric thermosetting systems that are formaldehyde free binder systems and composites utilizing such systems include a formaldehyde free binder formed one or more hydroxyl polymers and one or more hydroxyl polymer crosslinkers.

Abstract: A composition comprising one or more compounds of formula (I) or (II): wherein: Rf is a linear or branched perfluoroalkyl having 1 to 7 carbon atoms, optionally interrupted by one to three oxygen atoms, r and q are each independently an integer of 1 to 3, j is 0 or 1, or a mixture thereof, x is from about 1 to about 2, Z is —O—, —S—, or —NR—, R is hydrogen or an alkyl group containing 1 to 4 carbon atoms X is hydrogen or M, and M is an ammonium ion, an alkali metal ion, or an alkanolammonium ion, and its use in providing surface properties to substrates is disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a fluorine-containing polymer having (A) repeating units derived from a fluorine-containing acrylate monomer, and (B) repeating units derived from an amino group-containing monomer, wherein the fluorine-containing polymer is water-soluble. The fluorine-containing polymer has sufficiently high solubility, and can impart high water repellency, high oil repellency and high soil resistance to a porous substrate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition of at least one cation of an element selected from Group IIA elements, transition metals, Group IIB elements, Group IIIA elements, Si, Ge, Sn, Pb, As, Sb, Bi, Te, and Po and at least one polyester resin, which can be used as a low VOC binder for the manufacture of fibrous insulation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to polyurethane compositions which are based on polyurethane polymers having isocyanate groups and comprise at least one tertiary amine and an anhydridosilane. Such compositions are suitable especially as elastic adhesives, sealants and coatings for glass and ceramic substrates. They are notable in that, with optimal adhesive properties, they are employable within a wide temperature range, including the low-temperature range, and additionally have a very good storage stability.

Abstract: The present invention describes a synthetic turf having super absorbent materials in order to keep the synthetic turf cooler than conventional synthetic turfs.

Abstract: In accordance with the invention, there are articles including hydrophobic composite coating and methods of forming a hydrophobic composite coating. The method of forming a hydrophobic composite coating can include providing a substrate, wherein the substrate can include at least one region. The method can also include providing a dispersion including a plurality of carbon nanotubes, a stabilizer, a hydrophobic polymer, and a solvent, wherein the plurality of carbon nanotubes can be selected from the group consisting of single wall carbon nanotubes and multiple wall carbon nanotubes, and wherein each of the plurality of carbon nanotubes has an aspect ratio of at least about 10. The method can further include applying the dispersion to the one region to form a coated substrate and heating the coated substrate to form a hydrophobic composite coating such that the hydrophobic composite coating has a water contact angle of at least about 120°.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to anti-stick coatings for cooking utensils, which exhibit improved properties of hydrophobicity and resistance to high temperature. The present invention also relates to a culinary article comprising a support coated in said coating, and a process for applying on the support such a coating according to the invention.

Abstract: Preservative composition for various materials and method of preserving the same is disclosed. The preservative composition includes at least one silane-containing material and at least one hydrocarbon solvent containing molecules of at least five carbon atoms.

Abstract: A method for forming self-cleaning coating comprising hydrophobically-modified particles. Micro- or nano-particles are treated with a hydrophobic agent and an additive to form larger particles with the hydrophobic agent and the additive bonded thereto. A binder or crosslinker is attached to the larger particles by forming chemical bonds with at least one of the additive, the hydrophobic agent, and the particles, thus forming a coating material capable of forming self-cleaning coating.

Abstract: The present invention provides a coating composition which contains an organic solvent, a polymeric binder containing a styrene-olefin polymer, and a light weight filler. Methods for preparing the coating composition, methods for using the coating composition to coat a substrate, and coated articles produced from these coating compositions are also provided.

Abstract: A method of coating an exterior surface of a structure comprising a composition of matter and a solvent system is disclosed. The solvent system includes a chlorinated solvent and a vegetable oil. The solvent system and coating composition are non-flammable, environmentally friendly and provide an improved, elastomeric coating when applied to the exterior surface of the structure.

Abstract: A process of coating an article includes the steps of (1) applying a ceramic compound to at least one surface of an article to form a layer of ceramic compound; (2) applying at least one inert compound upon the ceramic compound layer to form a protective layer, wherein the at least one inert compound is composed of a first inert compound having a cubic crystalline structure of formula (I) A3B2X3O12, or a second inert compound comprising a hexagonal crystalline structure of formula (II) A4B6X6O26, or a mixture of the first inert compound and the second inert compound; (3) optionally drying the coated article; (4) optionally repeating steps (2) and (3); and (5) heat treating the coated article.

Abstract: Powder coating materials which comprise high-functionality, highly branched or hyperbranched polycarbonates based on dialkyl or diaryl carbonates or on phosgene, diphosgene or triphosgene and on aliphatic, aliphatic/aromatic or aromatic diols or polyols.

Abstract: A process is provided for impregnating porous mineral substrates by a spray technique in which use is made of a gas-supported spraying assembly to apply liquid impregnating agent in a controlled manner to the substrate surface, the amount consumed being markedly less than the amount consumed in a conventional method of application by a flow-coating process.

Abstract: The invention pertains to methods of forming monolayers on various surfaces. The surfaces can be selected from a wide array of materials, including, for example, aluminum dioxide, silicon dioxide, carbon and SiC. The substrates can be planar or porous. The monolayer is formed under enhanced pressure conditions. The monolayer contains functionalized molecules, and accordingly functionalizes a surface of the substrate. The properties of the functionalized substrate can enhance the substrate's applicability for numerous purposes including, for example, utilization in extracting contaminants, or incorporation into a polymeric matrix.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of treating porous stone, comprising contacting porous stone with a composition comprising: (i) a fluorinated oligomer having a weight average molecular weight of not more than 70,000 g/mol and comprising repeating units derived from one or more hydrocarbon monomers and one or more fluorinated monomers represented by the formula: Rf—Xt-E1 wherein Rf represents a perfluorinated aliphatic group having 3 or 4 carbon atoms, X represents a non-fluorinated organic linking group, t is 0 or 1 and E1 represents an ethylenically unsaturated group; and wherein the amount of repeating units derived from said fluorinated monomers is more than 50 mole % of the total amount of repeating units; (ii) a liquid dispersing or dissolving said fluorinated oligomer, said liquid comprising an organic solvent in an amount of at least 70% by weight based on the total amount of liquid; and wherein said fluorinated oligomer is contained in said composition in an amount of 1 to 20% by we

Abstract: A building material and a method for coating a substrate for the building material with a coating film having a variety of functions relating to an environment such as mildew resistance, deodorization, antibacterial activity and air purification in addition to the anti-staining effect by having an excellent hydrophilicity. The method for coating the substrate for a building material comprises the steps of; coating a coating material comprising a hydrophilic polymer and a photocatalyst on the substrate, and drying the coating material to form a coating film containing the photocatalyst, wherein the hydrophilic polymer is at least one selected from the group consisting of methyl silicate, liquid glass, colloidal silica, poly(meth)acrylate, and polytetrafluoroethylene graft-polymerized with sulfonic acid, and the photocatalyst is at least one selected from the group consisting of titanium oxide coated with zeolite, titanium oxide coated silica and titanium oxide coated with apatite.

Abstract: Fluid colloidal crystals comprising a solid-liquid dispersion electrostatically charged at not more than 2000 ?S/cm in terms of an electrical conductivity, wherein the solid-liquid dispersion comprises, as a dispersoid, electrostatically chargeable spherical colloidal particles of an organic or inorganic polymer having a mean volume diameter (d) of not more than 30 ?m, and as a dispersion medium, an aqueous solution or a dissolving water-containing non-aqueous solution, the dispersion concentration of the spherical colloidal particles is not more than 70%, around the dispersoid an electric double layer of a given thickness (?e) is formed, and the spherical colloidal particles form a three-dimensionally ordered lattice that shows fluidity and is a particle array structure in which the colloidal particles are aligned longitudinally and laterally in a lattice form while an interparticle distance (L) defined as a distance between centers of the particles arranged opposite to each other along the center line satis

Abstract: A honeycomb formed article comprising a plurality of partition walls is prepared using clay mainly composed of a ceramic material, a partition wall strengthening agent obtained by mixing a partition wall strengthening material with a dispersion medium mainly composed of an amphipathic liquid compound having both hydrophilic and hydrophobic groups is coated to a plurality of partition walls existing in at least one cell opening end portion of the formed article, and thereafter the article is fired. According to this method, while largely improving enhancement of productivity and product cost reduction, a honeycomb structure superior in isostatic strength and resistance to erosion can be stably obtained.

Abstract: A method of improving the hydration resistance of refractories containing free MgO and/or CaO, comprising the steps of: forming a refractory product containing free MgO and/or CaO; applying a drying oil to the refractory product; and curing the drying oil.

Abstract: Provided is a curable composition comprising a reactive silicon group-containing polyoxyalkylene polymer (A), such as a reactive silicon group-containing polyoxypropylene; a reactive silicon group-containing vinyl polymer (B), such as a reactive silicon group-containing (meth)acrylate polymer; and a polyoxyalkylene plasticizer (C) having a low molecular weight, such as polyoxypropylene, the curable composition providing a rubber-like cured object by crosslinking reaction in the presence of moisture. Also provided is a method for sealing ceramic siding boards comprising applying the curable composition as a sealant and curing the curable composition.

Abstract: This invention relates to an improved process for providing water repellency and stain resistance to a masonry surface wherein an aqueous based water repellant polymeric coating is applied thereto and the water removed leaving a water repellent polymeric film adhered to the masonry surface. The improvement in the process resides in the use of an aqueous emulsion of a semi-crystalline ethylene-vinyl acetate polymer formed by emulsion polymerization wherein the polymer has: (a) a crystalline melting point ranging from 35 to 110° C. measured at a heat rate of 20° C. per minute; and, (b) a tensile storage modulus of at least 1×105 dynes/cm2 at a temperature of 115° C. and measured at 6.28 rad/sec.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel stack of siding, comprising: first and second coated siding pieces comprising an outer topcoat layer, an inner decorative coating layer and a fiberboard cement substrate layer; and a liner positioned between the first and second coated siding pieces. The siding, during normal transportation and installation, retains an acceptable appearance that is substantially free of viewable scratches or mars. In more preferred embodiments, the outer topcoat layer of the siding has a thickness of at least 8 microns and comprises a polyurethane dispersion. The present invention also provides novel methods of pre-finishing a fiberboard cement siding product, comprising the steps of: providing a fiberboard cement substrate layer; coating a first major surface of the fiberboard cement substrate with a decorative coating; coating the exposed surface of the decorative coating with a topcoat layer; and curing the topcoat layer to provide an abrasion resistant siding.

Abstract: A moisture resistant concrete coating composition comprising 20% to 30% by weight, based on the weight of the coating composition, of a water dispersible resin having a non-volatile materials content in the range of 40% to about 60%, an average particle size in the range of 80 nm to 400 nm, and a glass transition temperature in the range of ?10° C. to 40° C.; 0.1% to 0.50% by weight of an alkoxysilane; 3.0% to 15% by weight of a mineral aggregate; and 25% to 55% by weight of an extender composition.

Abstract: A method of irreversibly immobilizing an enzyme in a polyurethane and an enzyme-containing polyurethane having a degree of immobilization of the enzyme of approximately 100%. The synthesis of waterborne polyurethanes in the presence of enzyme has enabled the irreversible attachment of the enzyme to the polymeric matrix. The distribution of immobilized enzyme as well as activity retention are homogeneous within the polyurethane. Decreasing ECC hydrophobicity, via the use of a less hydrophobic polyisocyanate prepolymer during polymerization, significantly enhanced the intrinsic activity of the ECC.

Abstract: The present invention relates to anaerobically curable compositions, methods of preparation and methods of use that provide enhanced physical properties when cured in contact with untreated inactive surfaces. The compositions which include isobornyl acrylate, isobornyl methacrylate or combinations thereof in combination with a multi(meth)acrylate and a free-radical initiator, may be used without the addition of a transition metal catalyst.

Abstract: The disclosed invention consists of an improved gypsum based, cellulosic containing board and method for applying a resin to an untreated board at a spray station where pMDI resin is sprayed onto the front and back side of the board. A resin distribution system is used to supply the spray nozzles with pMDI. Optionally, a second spray station is included, if desired, to add additional pMDI resin over the surface of the board to achieve complete coverage. The improvement is an increased water resistance and flexural strength.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel stack of siding, comprising: first and second coated siding pieces comprising an outer topcoat layer, an inner decorative coating layer and a fiberboard cement substrate layer; and a liner positioned between the first and second coated siding pieces. The siding, during normal transportation and installation, retains an acceptable appearance that is substantially free of viewable scratches or mars. In more preferred embodiments, the outer topcoat layer of the siding has a thickness of at least 8 microns and comprises a polyurethane dispersion. The present invention also provides novel methods of pre-finishing a fiberboard cement siding product, comprising the steps of: providing a fiberboard cement substrate layer; coating a first major surface of the fiberboard cement substrate with a decorative coating; coating the exposed surface of the decorative coating with a topcoat layer; and curing the topcoat layer to provide an abrasion resistant siding.

Abstract: A coating system for in-situ coating of a surface formed by a plurality of plasterboard sections comprises a dry powder composition which is dispersible in an aqueous applicator medium and provides a very high quality surface finish to which gloss or matt paint may be applied directly without joint photographing or show-through of fasteners. The coating composition may be applied by a spray coating technique or a roller technique. The dry powder composition comprises calcium carbonate and, by weight, relative to calcium carbonate, from 4% to 11% of a polymeric binder, from 0.60% to 1.5% of a thickening agent and from 0.10% to 0.35% of a surfactant.

Abstract: A method of decorating an article, the method comprising mixing a thermochromic ink with a transparent lacquer, applying the mixture on to part or all of the surface of an article, once the mixture is set, applying a second layer of dishwasher proof transparent lacquer.

Abstract: Porous ceramic catalyst supports or filters to be provided with catalyst coatings via oxide washcoating processes are pre-coated with polymer barrier layers to prevent washcoat nanoparticle intrusion into the microcracked and/or microporous surfaces of the ceramics, the barrier coatings being formed of hydrocarbon polymers that are soluble or dispersible in polar media, capable of forming neutral or hydrophilic surfaces on porous ceramic supports, and completely vaporizable at moderate washcoat stabilization or catalyst activation temperatures.