Abstract: A fire-resistant cellulose material composed of a liquid acid fire-retardant chemical composition and methods of producing the cellulose material are disclosed.

Abstract: The present technology provides for a microfluidic substrate configured to carry out PCR on a number of polynucleotide-containing samples in parallel. The substrate can be a single-layer substrate in a microfluidic cartridge. Also provided are a method of making a microfluidic cartridge comprising such a substrate. Still further disclosed are a microfluidic valve suitable for use in isolating a PCR chamber in a microfluidic substrate, and a method of making such a valve.

Abstract: A deposition apparatus includes a first transporting unit configured to transport moving units, to which substrates may be detachably affixed, in a first direction; and a second transporting unit configured to transport empty moving units, from which the respective substrates have been detached, in a return direction opposite to the first direction, wherein the moving units are transported cyclically in reusing fashion.

Abstract: According to the present invention there is provided a preservative formulation for use in treating wood or other cellulosic formulations, said formulation comprising: at least one biocidal metal compound; at least one organic compound; and a carrier. Preferably, the preservative formulation is copper/(tebuconazole/propiconazole) in a ratio of about 1:3 w/w; the carrier is preferably aqueous or spirit-based.

Abstract: Provided is a printing coated paper which is advantageous not only in that the coated paper has offset printability and causes no mottling in the printed area even in ink jet printing, but also in that the coated paper exhibits excellent rubbing resistance with respect to the printed area and excellent print density of a dye ink. The task of the present invention is achieved by a printing coated paper having a coating layer comprised mainly of a pigment and a binder formed on at least one side of a base paper, wherein the base paper is a treated base paper which has been subjected to size press using a treatment solution containing at least one member selected from a cationic resin and a water-soluble multivalent cation salt, wherein the total applied amount per each side of the at least one member selected from a cationic resin and a water-soluble multivalent cation salt, in terms of the solids content, is in the range of from 0.1 to 5.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for the control and management of wildlife populations (including domesticated animals) and pests such as birds including geese, deer and other herbivore such as rabbits, ground hogs, raccoons, moose and elk, tunneling animals such as moles, voles and gophers and insects, carnivores and other organisms. Specifically provided are geraniol oil-based formulations which may be applied to natural or artificial surfaces. Also provided are pest control systems incorporating the use of repellent or attractant formulations.

Abstract: A method for encoding and identifying biological materials is disclosed. The method may include encoding and identifying plants from which controlled substances may be derived and other materials for which movement and distribution may need to be tracked. The biological material may be first encoded using DNA oligomers. A spray method or the use of an encoded substrate, both using these DNA oligomers for encoding the biological material, may be employed. The biological material, or a part of the biological material, may be first encoded by atomizing a solution containing DNA oligomers onto it and then dried by an appropriate method. Thereafter, the part of the encoded biological material, or the nitrocellulose substrate, may be dissolved with a buffer solution for extracting the DNA oligomers. Then, the dissolved solution may be used for generating a barcode by a suitable detection scheme.

Abstract: An elastomeric article, such as a glove or a condom, is coated with a compound containing silicone, collagen and allantoin.

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: A method of making an engagement cover for rollers for use in web conveying, the method comprising: (a) providing a knit fabric comprising a woven base layer having first and second faces and a resilient looped pile protruding from the first face; (b) applying an elastomeric coating composition to the looped pile; and (c) curing the coating composition to leave a deposit of elastomeric polymer on the looped pile to yield the engagement cover.

Abstract: A process for endowing a polymeric article with a surface layer of an ion-conducting polymer to yield electrical surface resistivity sufficiently low for electrostatic discharge applications is provided. The polymeric article contains one or more immobilized, polymeric components having amine functional groups. The presence of the ion-conducting polymer in the surface layer lowers the surface electrical resistivity into the range suitable for electrostatic discharge applications, between about 1×105 and about 1×1012?/?. Plastic electrostatic dissipation materials produced by the inventive process may find use in the optical, electronics, automotive, entertainment, sporting goods, and medical sectors.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a preservative formulation for use in treating wood or other cellulosic materials, said formulation comprising: at least one biocidal metal compound; at least one preservative; and an aqueous carrier, wherein the preservative formulation has an uptake in the sapwood of less than about 220 l/m3 yet achieves substantially full penetration of the sapwood. Preferably, the preservative formulation is copper/tebuconazole in a ratio of about 25/1 w/w; and the wood is around 25 mm in thickness—for instance, decking timber.

Abstract: Elimination and/or mitigation of fouling in a vapor transport systems, such as vent lines and scrubber feed lines may be accomplished using an antifouling additive. The method for employing the antifouling additive includes introducing into the vapor transport system an additive including a polar solvent and corrosion inhibitor wherein: the vapor transport system is substantially water free; the vapor transport system is used to transport acidic materials; the additive is a liquid at vapor transport system operating conditions; and the additive is stable at the vapor transport system operating conditions.

Abstract: An elastomeric article, such as a glove or a condom, is coated with a compound containing silicone, collagen and allantoin.

Abstract: Provided are polymer-aerogel composite coatings, devices and articles including polymer-aerogel composite coatings, and methods for preparing the polymer-aerogel composite. The exemplary article can include a surface, wherein the surface includes at least one region and a polymer-aerogel composite coating disposed over the at least one region, wherein the polymer-aerogel composite coating has a water contact angle of at least about 140° and a contact angle hysteresis of less than about 1°. The polymer-aerogel composite coating can include a polymer and an ultra high water content catalyzed polysilicate aerogel, the polysilicate aerogel including a three dimensional network of silica particles having surface functional groups derivatized with a silylating agent and a plurality of pores.

Abstract: This invention relates to wood preservatives containing copper complexes that significantly reduce the decay of wood, cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin caused by fungi and insects. The copper complexes include a chelating compound that has amide functional groups derived from hydration of a cyanoethylated compound or carboxylic acid functional groups derived from hydrolysis of a cyanoethylated compound, or both types of groups.

Abstract: A housing includes a plastic substrate and a layer formed on the plastic substrate. The layer contains polysiloxane and epoxy resin. The layer is very thin, but evenly forms on the surface of the plastic substrate. The layer has a high hardness and can effectively protect the plastic substrate from abrasion.

Abstract: A liquid treatment method includes: supplying a first organic solvent to a substrate with the substrate being held horizontally by a substrate holder; and thereafter supplying a second organic solvent to a substrate held by the substrate holder, the second solvent having a higher cleanliness than the first solvent.

Abstract: An office furnishing is provided that may include one or more surfaces coated with an antimicrobial treatment, which may include a silane quaternary ammonium salt and isopropyl alcohol. The silane quaternary ammonium salt may include an unreacted organofunctional silane to promote bonding to the surfaces of the office furnishing, such as 3-(trimethoxysilyl) propyldimethyloctadecyl ammonium chloride. The office furnishing article may include one of: a desk; a chair; a table; a bookcase; a hutch; shelves; an office divider panel; a file cabinet; a fax machine; a telephone; a computer; a keyboard; a monitor; a computer mouse; a book; a lamp; a binder; a stapler; an office stamp; and a desk pad. A method is also provided for coating these office furnishing articles with the antimicrobial treatment.

Abstract: Preservation of cellulose based products, such as wood, may be accomplished in an environmentally friendly manner by esterification of the wood with rare saccharides, thereby rendering the wood unfavorable for microorganism based degradation.

Abstract: Elimination and/or mitigation of fouling in a vapor transport systems, such as vent lines and scrubber feed lines may be accomplished using an antifouling additive. The method for employing the antifouling additive includes introducing into the vapor transport system an additive including a polar solvent and corrosion inhibitor wherein: the vapor transport system is substantially water free; the vapor transport system is used to transport acidic materials; the additive is a liquid at vapor transport system operating conditions; and the additive is stable at the vapor transport system operating conditions.

Abstract: The invention relates to sub-micron compositions, and methods of preparing such compositions, in particular for the treatment of substrates against biological degradation biological pests.

Abstract: A production method of an ink composition for organic EL devices comprises preparing a composition containing a polymer organic EL material and an organic solvent; and applying an electric field to the composition. Preferably, a composition containing a polymer organic EL material prepared by a coupling reaction between a halogenated aromatic compound and an aromatic boron compound in the presence of palladium catalyst or nickel catalyst, an organic solvent, and an aromatic carboxylic acid contained in an amount of 0.01-1 wt % based on the total amount of the organic solvent and aromatic carboxylic acid is prepared.

Abstract: A system and method for spray gun or nozzle control wherein the spray gun liquid discharge pattern is dynamically varied to correspond to the dimensions of a moving target object or a portion of the moving target. The spray gun includes inputs for fan air, atomizing air, and liquid, as well as cylinder air. Upon detection of a target object approaching, such as on a conveyor belt, the fan air pressure, atomizing air pressure, liquid pressure, and cylinder air pressure are varied according to predefined or contemporaneously generated curves to provide a spray pattern that corresponds to the shape of the target object or portion of the target object, thus minimizing waste and inefficiency due to overspray.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a solid with sufficiently low hygroscopicity which comprises glutamic acid-N,N-diacetic acid (GLDA) or derivatives and/or salts thereof, and a method for its production.

Abstract: An elastomeric article, such as a glove or a condom, is coated with a compound containing silicone, collagen and allantoin.

Abstract: An apparatus for spraying an oil, such as an MSDS exempt vegetable oil, onto a material handling surface to impede material from adhering to the surface. The apparatus comprises a platform comprising an elevated section configured to support a human operator, and spray equipment comprising a container for containing the oil, a hydraulic pump fluidly coupled to the container, and a spray wand and hose fluidly coupled to the pump. The spray equipment is mounted on the platform and configured to enable an operator to operate the spray wand from the elevated section of the platform.

Abstract: Process for preparing a cross-linked rubber article comprising the steps of: a) applying a sulfur-containing composition to the surface of a pre-shaped peroxide-containing cross-linkable rubber article to provide a sulfur-coated article, and b) cross-linking the rubber by heating the sulfur-coated article, optionally in the presence of air, at a temperature in the range of 80 to 300° C. to obtain the cross-linked rubber article.

Abstract: Wood preservatives, methods for protecting wood and wood-based products and/or structures utilizing the preservatives, and treated wood and wood-based articles and/or structures incorporating the preservatives are described. Methods are also provided for remediating structures already infected with mold. The subject wood preservative formulation includes a borate compound and a fatty acid. The addition of an emulsifier to the formulation further facilitates application of the treatment. The combination of a borate compound and fatty acid combination typically provide a synergistic effect compared to the additive result provided by the combination's individual components.

Abstract: A composition for treating wood-based material including at least one C1-C7 monocarboxylic acid salt or C1-C7 monocarboxylic acid or a mixture thereof as active agent against deteriation of wood. The composition also includes alkyd emulsion of high unsaturated fatty acid content and/or aluminum ion containing compound in the form of polyaluminum formate in a same aqueous liquid carrier as the C1-C7 monocarboxylic acid salt or C1-C7 monocarboxylic acid or a mixture thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for treating wood comprising at least one wood preserving compound and a carrier, wherein said carrier is an emulsion or microemulsion having a water to oil ratio of greater than 30 up to 92.5 water to 7.5 to less than 70 oil, wherein the oil has a flash point above 61° C. The invention also relates to methods of treating wood with the composition.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for applying a pattern onto the upper of a shoe or other footwear. The footwear is preferably made by injection molding where raw materials are injected into a mold to form the shape of a footwear.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a ink-jet recording method for printing with a glycol ink which contains 60 parts by weight or more of glycol ether based on 100 parts by weight of the ink, comprising printing by ejecting the glycol ink on an ink-jet recording material, wherein the ink-jet recording material comprises a support, at least one porous ink-receptive layer which contains inorganic fine particles having an average secondary particle size of 500 nm or less and a resin binder provided on the support, and a front surface layer containing an acrylic resin emulsion provided on the ink-receptive layer.

Abstract: The invention relates to a covering material for biomass and a method for the production thereof, in which at least two components (A) and (B) are mixed and subsequently applied onto the biomass, wherein component (A) comprises an oil of animal or vegetable origin and an alginate and component (B) comprises an aqueous latex dispersion and/or a protein dissolved in water.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for reduction in adhesion between wet paper web and roll surfaces in papermaking process are disclosed. The method is particularly useful for improvements in press section roll release.

Abstract: The invention is a surface coating which will reduce the aldehyde concentration in a room via a aldehyde reactive material contained in the coating. Upon reaction, the aldehyde becomes part of the reactive molecule and, thus, is permanently held within the coating.

Abstract: A disinfectant wipe and disinfectant composition which exhibits exceptional antimicrobial activities as a result of the synergistic combination of a quaternary ammonium salts and 1,2-alkandiol is provided. The wipe is pre-impregnated with a disinfectant composition which comprises a quaternary ammonium salt, a 1,2-alkanediol with 5-10 carbon atoms, a glycol ether, a surfactant, a pH regulating agent, and water, and optionally alcohol. A method of preparation and a process for disinfecting a surface with the wipe composition are also provided.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process for forming a PVC article having a weatherable coating by applying by in-line spray, roll-coat, brush-coat, gravure print, flexographic print, thermal transfer coat or inkjet a polymeric solution onto extruded PVC as it is being extruded. The invention also relates to rigid PVC articles coated by the process. A polyvinylidene fluoride coating can be applied to PVC to form an article having improved gloss, good weatherability, good color retention and stain resistance.

Abstract: Methods of making an article having at least one toughened region and at least one untoughened region involving providing a material, applying a toughening agent to a portion of the material, shaping the material to produce a preform, applying an untoughened resin to the preform, and curing the preform having the applied untoughened resin to produce the at least one toughened region and the at least one untoughened region wherein the toughened region comprises a toughened resin having a fracture toughness of at least about 1.0 MPa-m1/2.

Abstract: Antimicrobial film based on biopolymers, in particular cellulose and/or protein, or uncoated or coated textile material, and also an antimicrobial sponge or an antimicrobial sponge cloth based on regenerated or precipitated cellulose are provided. The film, the sponge or the sponge cloth is impregnated or coated with at least one ?-amino acid ester, the ?-amino group of which is acylated with a fatty acid, or the corresponding hydrochloride, and the ?-amino acid ester is bound covalently, optionally also ionically, to the film, the sponge or the sponge cloth. The acylated ?-amino acid ester is preferably N-lauroyl-L-arginine ethyl ester monohydrochloride (LAECI), N-lauroyl-L-arginine methyl ester monohydrochloride (LAMCI) or N-lauroyl-L-lysine ethyl ester hydrochloride (LLECI). The film is preferably in the form of a flexible tube and is provided as casing for foods, especially sausage products.

Abstract: A grip for the handle of a golf club having at least a polymerized region with two or more polymers. The first and second polymers cooperate to form a pattern on the top surface of the region. The region may be combined with a substrate to form a sheet. The sheet may be formed into a grip interface having any of a number of shapes including a panel shape. In the case of a panel shaped grip interface, the panel is then attached to an underlisting sleeve to form the grip. The grip reduces impact shock and provides a feeling of tackiness in the manner of a spirally wrapped polyurethane-felt grip while allowing the use of multiple colors being polymerized together. The grip may be easily installed onto a golf club shaft and further accommodates the use of polymers including various different characteristics including level of tackiness or durometer.

Abstract: A membrane-electrode assembly (MEA) 1 has a solid polymer electrolyte membrane 2. The membrane 2 has ion-conductive domains 3 and non-ion-conductive domains 4 and an electrode catalyst 5. The electrode catalyst 5 is present selectively on surface sites of the solid polymer electrolyte membrane 2 which corresponds to the ion-conductive domains 3 rather than surface sites of the membrane 2 which corresponds to the non-ion-conductive domains 4. A spray liquid containing the electrode catalyst and a solvent is applied onto a surface of the membrane 2 by electrostatic spray deposition to selectively adhere the electrode catalyst 5 on the surface sites of the membrane 2 which corresponds to the ion-conductive domains 3. The membrane 2 is preferably subjected to a hydrophilization treatment before being sprayed with the spray liquid.

Abstract: According to the present invention there is provided a carrier composition for migration and/or redistribution of a preservative formulation within wood or engineered wood products, said carrier system comprising a drying oil and/or a semi-drying oil and an extender. There is also provided a preservative formulation comprising such a carrier composition and a method of treating wood comprising the step of applying such a preservative formulation to the wood or engineered wood product.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a photovoltaic solar module, a process for the preparation thereof, and a device for generating electric energy employing such a solar module. The photovoltaic solar module has a wholly or partly surrounding frame of polyurethane which is characterized in that said frame has an elongation at break of at least 50%, a modulus of elasticity of at least 30 N/mm2 and a coefficient of thermal expansion of up to ?=80×10?6/K, the modulus of elasticity and the coefficient of thermal expansion each being measured parallel to the edges of the module.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method and apparatus for dry coating solid dosage forms. The method includes the steps of placing solid dosage forms in a rotatable, electrically grounded housing, and spraying a film forming polymer powder composition into the housing during rotation thereof to form a polymer coating on the solid dosage forms, the polymer powder composition being sprayed using an electrostatic spray gun, and curing the coated solid dosage forms.

Abstract: A method for producing an organic thin film, which enables rapid film formation, and enables a dense organic thin film with minimal impurities to be formed stably, and in a plurality of consecutive repetitions. Also, a method for producing an organic thin film in which an organic thin film is formed on the surface of a substrate, including bringing the substrate into contact with an organic solvent solution containing a metal-based surfactant having at least one hydrolysable group, and a catalyst capable of interacting with the metal-based surfactant, wherein the water contact within the organic solvent solution is either set or maintained within a predetermined range.

Abstract: The invention provides a film comprising a polymer dispersed liquid crystal (PDLC) which exists independently from a substrate, i.e. a substrate-free PDLC; a fiber, a fabric, and a device thereof; and methods thereof. In an embodiment, a mixture comprising liquid crystal and monomers floats and is spread over a liquid base, before polymerization the mixture into a layer of polymer matrix dispersed with liquid crystal domains. The invention exhibits numerous technical merits such as improved transmittance, enhanced brightness, easier manufacturability, more flexible manufacturability, better cost-effectiveness, enhanced electro-optical performance, and improved device uniformity, among others.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for making fire resistant materials, such as fabrics or barriers, comprising the steps of selecting cellulosic fibers and optionally synthetic fibers; feeding a machinery serving to make the nonwoven material with the fibers, and treating the fibers at least one time with at least one fire retardant chemical compound while the machinery is making the non-woven material for obtaining the requested fire resistant nonwoven material. Preferably, an aqueous solution containing the fire retardant chemical compounds is spread on the nonwoven web before, during and/or after the web is heated up during a thermo bonding step of the process. The process is environmentally friendly and allows for higher impregnation of the fibers with fire retardant chemicals.

Abstract: A papermaking fabric is treated by applying a nanoparticle type coating to improve their resistance to contamination by foreign matter in the papermaking system. The coating is applied during fabric manufacture and cured during heat setting. Alternatively, the coating applied or renewed by utilizing an existing shower or locating a spray boom or other suitable coating application device in the dryer section to apply the coating to the fabric in a controlled, uniform manner. Prior to application of the coating, the fabric is first thoroughly cleaned such as by showering or spraying, and then dried. Following controlled application of the coating, any excess material is removed by a suitable means, such as by vacuum, and the remaining coating on the fabric is then cured, either by utilizing the ambient heat of the dryer section or by a portable bank of heaters. In this manner, the fabric does not have to be removed from the machine in order to apply or renew the contaminant resistant coating.

Abstract: A coating solution for an application method in which a coating solution is discharged through a slit discharge port includes an organic compound that is a solid at 20° C., a first solvent having a boiling point of lower than 170° C. and a second solvent having a boiling point of 170° C. or higher.