Abstract: A substantially cellulose free absorbent core comprising absorbent polymer material having a saline flow conductivity greater than about 100×10?7 cm3·sec/g and a centrifuge retention capacity of greater than about 20 g/g. A disposable absorbent article is also disclosed.

Abstract: A substantially cellulose free absorbent core comprising absorbent polymer material having a saline flow conductivity greater than about 100×10?7 cm3·sec/g and a centrifuge retention capacity of greater than about 20 g/g. A disposable absorbent article is also disclosed.

Abstract: A base for a playing field comprises a layer of particulate material forming at least an upper part of the base and a binder applied to the layer of particulate material. The binder extends from about 5 mm to about 150 mm into the layer of particulate material. The binder acts to bind at least the uppermost part of the layer of particulate material. The layer is porous to water such that water applied to a surface of the base flows through said layer. The binder may be based on a silicate binder.

Abstract: A porous ceramic body comprises a plurality of fibers and a bonding system bonding a portion of at least two fibers of the plurality of fibers. The plurality of fibers has a first coefficient of thermal expansion. The bonding system has a second coefficient of thermal expansion lower than the first coefficient of thermal expansion. In some embodiments, when the plurality of fibers and the bonding system are combined the resulting porous ceramic body has a third coefficient of thermal expansion which is at least about 10% less than the first coefficient of thermal expansion.

Abstract: A method is proposed for producing composite elements which have at least one core and cover layers containing two fibres, with the following steps: coating of open-pored, semi-finished products comprising fibre materials with fine-grained, pulverulent, cross-linking resin, in such a manner that the open porosity remains, forming of an arrangement of at least one open-pored core and two coated semi-finished products in a forming tool which is heated to the cross-linking temperature of the pulverulent resin.

Abstract: An apparatus comprises a display item having a substantially rigid support piece and a non-magnetic adherence layer comprised of polyvinyl chloride foam configured to adhere to non-ferromagnetic surfaces. Additionally, the apparatus includes an adhesive layer applied between the adherence layer and the support piece of the display item. The adhesive layer is operable to attach the adherence layer to the support piece so that the display item may be selectively displayed on a non-ferromagnetic surface.

Abstract: The invention provides a functional particle carried sheet constituted by a particle layer having a two-layer structure with a reduced pressure loss, in which a function of a functional particle is increased. The sheet is formed as a sharp shape in a peak portion and a trough portion of a pleat at a time of pleating process, the functional particle does not jump out of a base material, and the sheet has a good precision of a fold peak height, is easily manufactured, and can achieve a low cost.

Abstract: A belt for use in a paper machine includes a water impermeable base layer and a web-side porous layer coupled with the base layer. The porous layer includes interconnected pores which are of an open cell structure.

Abstract: Rigid PVC melt bondable thermoplastic elastomer compositions are disclosed. The melt bonded composites made from these compositions have rigid vinyl chloride polymer layers extruded with thermoplastic elastomer layers or with foam thermoplastic elastomer layers. The composites may be used as PVC siding, backing and sealants for PVC siding; vinyl flooring, window and door fenestrations; PVC conveyor belt outer grip layers; window and door sliding seals; window and door water dams; and PVC pipe seals.

Abstract: Provided is a heat-sensitive adhesive agent that mainly comprises a thermoplastic resin and a heat-meltable substance capable of melting upon heating, and further comprises swellable mica.

Abstract: A cleaning sheet which comprises a porous layer as a cleaning layer; or a cleaning sheet which comprises a sheet material having a porous layer and, formed on one side of the sheet material, an adhesive layer.

Abstract: Disclosed is a compressible printing blanket in which voids are formed in the compressible layer by using microballoons, comprising at least two fabric layers, an adhesive layer interposed between adjacent fabric layers, a surface rubber layer, and a compressible layer arranged between the at least two fabric layers and the surface rubber layer and containing spherical voids and voids having a shape other than a sphere in a ratio defined in formula given below: S1:S2=20:80 to 95:5 ??(1) where, S1 denotes the number of spherical voids per unit area in a cross section of the compressible layer, and S2 denotes the number of voids having a shape other than a sphere per unit area in a cross section of the compressible layer.

Abstract: A coating for paperboard comprises an aqueous dispersion of a hollow core binder comprising a first polymer that, when dry, has at least one void, the first polymer being substantially encapsulated by at least one second polymer having a glass transition temperature (Tg) ranging from more than ?15° C. and up to and including 30° C., wherein the weight ratio of the said second polymer to the said first polymer ranges from 1:1 to 4:1. One or both of the first polymer and the second polymer may be formed from, as polymerized units, at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer. The hollow core binder allows for glossy, bright and smooth paperboard coatings while reducing the amount of binder and opacifying pigment necessary to achieve such coating properties. The present invention also provides coated paperboard articles, as well as paper and paperboard that is made from a mixture of pulp with the inventive hollow core binder.

Abstract: Biodegradable molded articles; a process for producing the same: and compositions for foam molding packed in a packaging film bag to be used in the production. A bowl-type container(10a), which is one of the biodegradable molded articles as described above, consists of a bowl body(11a) comprising starch as the main component and a coating film(12) having at least hydrophobic properties and comprising a biodegradable plastic as the main component which is bonded to the surface of the bowl body(11a). This bowl body(11a) is formed by steam-foaming molding a material to be molded which is in the form of a slurry or a dough containing starch and water. The coating film(12) is closely bonded to the surface of the bowl body(11a) either directly or via an adhesive layer. Compositions for foam molding packed in such packaging film bags can be easily stored and molded.

Abstract: A sealing strip is intended to seal a gap between two parts which are movable relative to each other. The sealing strip has a surface which is intended to adhere to one of the two parts and which has an adhesive layer. Before it is adhered to the one part, the adhesive layer is covered with a cover sheet. In order to make it easier to remove the cover sheet from the adhesive layer a pull-thread is provided which passes through the cover sheet and has at least one free end that protrudes from the sealing strip.

Abstract: Carbon foam enclosures for at least partially shielding an at least partially enclosed volume from electromagnetic interference (EMI) and methods for making the carbon foam enclosures are described. The enclosure may comprise at least two sections of electrically conductive carbon foam interconnected by an electrically conductive carbon char that is substantially electrically continuous and substantially structurally continuous with the carbon foam of the walls.

Abstract: A laminated metallized film apparatus being fabricated through the use of roll-to-roll lamination machinery (e.g. using a gravure cylinder) which through the use of various combinations of adhesive, pressure, and temperature bonds various materials and substrates together, producing a thermal radiative and insulative barrier to impinging multiple heat sources in the range of ultra-violet longwave-infrared wavelengths. In applications the laminated metallized film apparatus may be constructed so as to create an insulating bag, pouch, tote, insulative wrap, or radiant reflector sheeting, through use of single or multiple layer films or foams of varying thickness and texture.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coating for expanded polyurethane insulation, which coating comprises a metal layer, such as an aluminum layer, and a crystallized polyamide layer. The coating material is preferably laminated to the polyurethane insulation layer as the polyurethane insulation is expanded or formed and when the polyamide layer is in a glutinous or not substantially crystalline form. The insulation may further comprise extruded adhesive layers positioned between the expanded polyurethane layer, the metal layer, and/or the polyamide layer.

Abstract: A bonded structure including one or more substrates bonded together with a tackified amorphous poly-alpha-olefin adhesive composition. One method of making such a bonded structure is carried out by applying a tackified amorphous poly-alpha-olefin adhesive composition to one or more substrates at a temperature of about 170 degrees Celsius or lower, and joining the substrates to themselves or to one another. The bonded structure has a dynamic peel strength between about 400 and about 1000 grams per 25 millimeters. The bonding efficiency of the bonded structure renders the bonded structure suitable for incorporation into a variety of articles, including personal care products, health/medical products, and household/industrial product, for example.

Abstract: A synthetic material and articles incorporating the same are disclosed. The synthetic material includes a base material, which is at least partially tacky. Preferably, a powder is dispensed upon the base material for providing a substantially non-tacky surface to the synthetic material.

Abstract: Curable urea formaldehyde binder compositions are provided which are useful in coated abrasive and wood engineering applications, in a time released fashion. The time released curable binder compositions include a urea formaldehyde resin and an aryl phosphite in varying concentrations. The curable binder compositions of the present invention provide desirable working times and faster curing times tinder ambient or near ambient conditions.

Abstract: Disclosed is a linoleum-based floor covering with improved flame-retardant properties, whose useful layer contains at least one flame retardant from the group of expandable graphites. Additionally disclosed is a method for producing linoleum-based floor-coverings with structures for creating colored patterns and to a cork-based floor covering with improved flame-retardant properties.

Abstract: Provided herein is a photocatalytic substrate comprising a textile support and a finish on at least a first surface thereof. The finish on at least the first surface of the textile support comprises a particulate photocatalytic material and a binder. On the opposite surface of the textile support is disposed a coating comprising activated carbon particles and a binder. Also provided is a process for producing such photocatalytic substrates.

Abstract: A tri-laminate body panel stiffener includes two polymer layers with or without a backing. One of the layers is a compliant foam layer mounted against a substrate while the other layer is a rigid foam layer mounted against the compliant foam layer. In another aspect of the invention the laminate comprises a backing member having an expandable foam mounted thereto with two or more opposing edges of the laminate being of non-straight construction such as being wavy or saw tooth. A pattern of holes may be formed through the foam and backing layers.

Abstract: An adhesive tape product comprises a length of adhesive tape mounted on a core with a reduced tendency to telescope. A layer of compressible foam is provided between the core and the body of tape wound on the core. Alternatively, the core is fabricated to have a slight bulge in its center giving the core a barrel shape thereby reducing the tendency for the body of tape wound upon the core to telescope.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coating for insulation material, which coating comprises a metal layer, such as an aluminum layer, and a plastic layer. The plastic layer contains plastic that crystallises when heated. The plastic can more particularly be a polyamide.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of films, formed from an adhesive layer and a layer (A), for coating articles made of a thermoset, the adhesive layer comprising, by weiqht: 0 to 60 parts of PVDE, 10 to 100 parts of functionalized PMMA, 0 to 50 parts of an acrylic elastomer and 0 to 4 parts of a UV absorber, the total making up 100 parts, the layer (A) comprising, as main constituents, 0 to 100 parts of PVDF per 100 to 0 parts of PMMA, respectively. This film may be manufactured by coextrusion and is then fixed to the thermoset, for example by hot pressing. The invention also relates to an SMC (Sheet Moulding Compound) multilayer structure comprising, in this order: a backing film, a crosslinkable composition (the precursor of the thermoset), the above adhesive layer and the above layer (A).

Abstract: A porous composite block is provided that contains at least two groups of binding agent particles. The first binding agent particles have an average particle size between about 5 ?m and 200 ?m. The second binding agent particles have an average particle size no larger than half the average particle size of the first binding agent particles and also between about 10 nm and 30 ?m. The porous composite block can also contain active grains and active granules such that the granules are smaller than the grains. The grains and the granules can be capable of treating water. A method of forming a porous composite block and a water treatment system are also provided.

Abstract: A novel polymodal asymmetric elastomeric block copolymer and a pressure sensitive adhesive, tape and adhesive backed article made therefrom, such as a polymer foam article having a substantially smooth surface prepared by melt-mixing a polymer composition and a plurality of microspheres, at least one of which is an expandable polymeric microsphere, under process conditions, including temperature and shear rate, selected to form an expandable extrudable composition; and extruding the composition through a die.

Abstract: A fiber board, comprising: kenaf fibers having an average length of 10 to 200 mm and an average diameter of 10 to 300 ?m, and a thermosetting adhesive agent, the fiber board having a density of 600 to 900 kg/m3, being excellent in strength and moisture permeability.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a microbiological interception enhanced filter medium, preferably having an adsorbent prefilter located upstream from the filter medium. Preferably, the prefilter is adapted to remove natural organic matter in an influent prior to the influent contacting the microbiological interception enhanced filter medium, thereby preventing loss of charge on the filter medium. The microbiological interception enhanced filter medium is most preferably comprised of fibrillated cellulose fibers, in particular, lyocell fibers. At least a portion of the surface of the at least some of the fibers have formed thereon a microbiological interception enhancing agent comprising a cationic metal complex. A filter medium of the present invention provides greater than about 4 log viral interception, and greater than about 6 log bacterial interception.

Abstract: An adhesive tape product comprises a length of adhesive tape mounted on a core with a reduced tendency to telescope. A layer of compressible foam is provided between the core and the body of tape wound on the core. Alternatively, the core is fabricated to have a slight bulge in its center giving the core a barrel shape thereby reducing the tendency for the body of tape wound upon the core to telescope.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process for producing a polypropylene foam by mixing a high melt strength polypropylene and a blowing agent to form a melt mixture, reducing the temperature of the melt mixture at the exit of the apparatus to an exit temperature that is no more than 30° C. above the melt temperature of the neat polypropylene while maintaining the melt mixture at a pressure sufficient to prevent foaming; passing the mixture through said exit shaping orifice and exposing the mixture to atmospheric pressure, whereby the blowing agent expands causing cell formation resulting in foam formation, and orienting said foam. The foam is useful as tape backings, thermal and acoustical insulation and as a diffuse reflector for use in optical applications such as computer displays.

Abstract: A novel method of producing interpenetrating polymer network (“IPN”) sheeting. Particularly, an improved method of producing such sheeting and bonding it to a backing layer for use as various types of wound dressings and scar management products. The new process represents several improvements over previous techniques as follows: a) single-pass process, b) no second coating of liquid polymer required to act as glue, c) no solvents or other processing aids required, d) no additional oven length needed to effect the required dwell time, e) increased line speed relative to prior techniques, and g) the carrier substrate 20 need only be coated with a release surface on one side.

Abstract: A continuous method for making porous foam and the foam articles are described. The method allows for tailoring the porosity of the foam by controlling process variables including draw rate and blowing agent concentration. A method for co-extruding the foams with other materials is also described.

Abstract: A porous adhesive sheet 1 having plural through holes 2 running in about parallel with each other in the thickness direction A of an adhesive organic film 3, wherein the through holes have about congruent sections in the diameter direction from one opening 2a to the other opening 2b and a production method thereof, and a semiconductor wafer with a porous adhesive sheet 31, which includes a semiconductor wafer 32 having an electrode 33, the porous adhesive sheet 1 adhered to the semiconductor wafer, and a conductive part 34 formed by filling a through hole 2 located on the electrode 33 with a conductive material, and a production method thereof are provided.

Abstract: The present invention is a structural reinforcement part for use in automobile assembly comprising a molded shell substantially filled with a structural filler material and an expandable adhesive in contact with the exterior of the molded shell; wherein the structural filler material does not undergo or require any chemical reaction or expansion, after part installation or during automotive assembly. This simplified structural reinforcement part does not require the in-situ foaming process of the prior art and produces a strong lightweight structural member which can be adhered to the automotive skeleton via the expandable adhesive upon exposure to heat during automotive assembly. This structural member offers easy installation, since no bulk systems, pumps or additional equipment is required.

Abstract: An optical item comprising an organic or mineral glass substrate (1) and a transparent polymeric material layer (3), characterized in that it comprises at least one intermediate layer (2) in direct contact with one main side of the substrate and the polymeric material layer, the intermediate layer(s) being made of particles of at least one colloidal mineral oxide and optionally of a binder, such (an) intermediate layer(s) having an initial porosity, and the initial porosity of the intermediate layer(s) being filled either by material from the polymeric material layer or by the substrate material if the latter is made in an organic glass and, optionally partly by the binder when present, so that the intermediate layer(s), after initial porosity filling, each represent a quarter waveplate with a wavelength in the range from 400 to 700 nm, preferably from 450 to 650 nm.

Abstract: The invention relates to a rigid multilayer material for thermal insulation, in particular in a vacuum, the material comprising at least one insulating plate of honeycomb material sandwiched between two aluminum- or gold-coated skins of low emissivity. In order to optimize thermal insulation, the diameter of the cells is at least twice their height. The multilayer material may have as many layers as needed. The cells of adjacent layers may be offset in order to further minimize paths for heat conduction through the structure. Holes may be pierced in the side walls of the cells in order to allow them to empty out when the material is put into a vacuum. The invention also provides a method of making such a material.

Abstract: Articles comprising substantially uniform porous coatings, which may be photopatterned, are provided. The use of such porous coatings increases the surface density of attached compounds within, for example, ligand arrays prepared by methods such as regionally selective solid-phase chemical synthesis. Arrays prepared using the porous coatings may be used within a variety of diagnostic and drug discovery assays.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a stretched, multilayer breathable film that provides a barrier to microorganisms, blood and bodily fluids that is manufactured by simultaneously extruding a five-layer film having a minimum structure of C:A:B:A:C or a three-layer film having a minimum structure of C:D:C in which B is a microporous core layer, C is an outer monolithic layer, A is a microporous adhesive layer for bonding the outer monolithic layers to the core layer, and D is a microporous adhesive layer, and then stretching the extruded film to form micropores in the microporous core layer or the microporous adhesive layer, the micropores allowing the passage of water vapor but substantially preventing the passage of liquid water.

Abstract: A multi-layer flexible non-skid cushioning tape having a top layer of plastic material having a frictional surface thereon, an elastomeric cushioning layer comprising a neoprene/EPDM/SBR blend, and an adhesion layer of a plastic sheet with a pressure sensitive adhesive thereon. The layers are laminated together for application to a platform. The cushioning tape provides a vibration-absorbing, non-skid surface with an improved coefficient of friction-resisting slippage.

Abstract: A substantially infinitely water-dilutable resole (P:F) resin solution useful for preparing an aqueous binder composition and the related method of its use for making glass fiber products, especially fiberglass insulation.

Abstract: An automobile trim has a trim body (a base layer) formed of a rubber composition and having a design surface, a decorating layer formed of a thermoplastic elastomer composition and thermally bonded integrally with the design surface of the trim body. A thermal bonding layer is formed of a thermoplastic resin composition and interposed between the decorating layer and the trim body so that the decorating layer is thermally bonded integrally with the trim body through the thermal bonding layer. The thermal bonding layer has a thickness to an extent not to prevent bending flexibility when the trim is attached to a vehicle body. In another example, a cushion layer is laminated on the trim body and formed of sponge rubber of EPDM, a decorating layer is laminated on the cushion layer and formed by foaming olefin thermoplastic elastomer, and an olefin bonding layer for bonding the cushion layer and the decorating layer.

Abstract: A system and method are disclosed for applying a corrosion inhibiting material to an article. The method includes the steps of depositing a layer of corrosion inhibiting material onto a carrier film, applying the corrosion inhibiting material to the article, and separating the carrier film from the at least a portion of the corrosion inhibiting material. In a preferred embodiment, the corrosion inhibiting material is applied to rotors of disc brakes in new automotive vehicles.

Abstract: A thin film based nanoporous alumina template has been developed which allows the in situ removal of an electrically insulating alumina barrier layer at the pore bases. This barrier free nanoporous system has great utility for electrodeposition of a wide variety of nanowire materials. An exemplary multilayer thin film precursor is provided comprising Al (anodization layer), Ti (diffusion barrier) and Pt (active electrode) on a Si substrate. Aluminum anodization in sulfuric acid with a subsequent applied voltage ramping program produces a Pt electrode at the base of the nanopores without the additional steps of alumina removal, barrier layer dissolution, and metal deposition onto the pore bottoms.

Abstract: This invention relates to a latent polymer composite which contains a heat-sensitive polymer material and a microwave sensitizer. The latent polymer material is inelastic in the latent state but can be made elastic with the addition of heat. The microwave sensitizer is a solid material blended uniformly into the latent polymer composite. The sensitizer absorbs microwave radiation and heats the heat-sensitive polymer material. The polymer composite becomes elastic under microwave radiation or thermal energy. The latent polymer composite can bonded to a fibrous sheet to form a latent laminate material. When exposed to microwave radiation, the latent laminate material becomes an elastic laminate. The latent polymer composite of the laminate shrinks and returns to an elastic state creating an elastic laminate material. The polymer composite of this invention has a rough surface created by the sensitizer particles.

Abstract: Film of dielectric material, which film contains gas bubbles preferably of a flat shape. To achieve improved electrical properties, the film is given a large internal unipolar charge, which is created by charging the film by means of an electric field intensive enough to produce partial discharges in the gas bubbles and to cause the charges to move into the dielectric material of the film.

Abstract: This invention relates to a flexible headliner for an automotive vehicle. The headliner includes a flexible foam core layer having a nominal thickness of greater than 5 millimeters. A cover layer is bonded to a first side of the core layer. A backing layer is bonded to a second side of the core layer opposite the first side. The headliner is sized and shaped to conform to an interior roof of the vehicle. The invention also relates to particular methods of forming the headliner in a mold.

Abstract: A laminate wall structure which can be used as an exterior wall in manufactured housing and site built construction is made up of a low density layer having a density of from about one-half pound to three pounds per cubic foot, a second, reinforcing layer laminated to the low density layer and, optionally, a cellulosic layer laminated to the second, reinforcing layer. The low density layer is preferably a foamed polymer layer, the second, reinforcing layer is a polymer fabric, a biaxially oriented polymeric film or a fiberglass reinforced material and the cellulosic layer can be impregnated with an adhesive and/or resin in order to strengthen the laminate structure. This laminate wall structure has a low weight and yet is strong enough to meet wind zone wall diaphragm requirements for housing construction.