Abstract: The present invention relates to a multilayer article, wherein said multilayer article comprises: (i) a first layer comprising an acrylic resin; (ii) at least one translucent second layer comprising (a) an acrylic resin, optionally further comprising an impact modifier; (b) a rubber modified thermoplastic resin composition; (c) optionally a rheology modifier; and (d) a visual effects additive; (iii) a third layer comprising an acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene (ABS) resin; and (iv) an optional backing layer comprising either a thermosetting polymer substrate, optionally fiber-reinforced, or glass filled ABS resin.

Abstract: A lignocellulose-based molded product is made by mixing furan resin with steam-treated lignocellulose-based material, and molding the resulting mixture by applying heat and pressure.

Abstract: Engineered wood product edges are protected by applying a two part edge sealing composition to at least one edge surface. The two part edge sealing composition can improve holdout, hide, and water resistance. An edge sealing system and substrates coated with the sealing system are provided.

Abstract: A recording paper contains a pulp fiber and a magnetic fiber having a large Barkhausen effect. The fiber orientation ratio of this recording paper by an ultrasonic propagation velocity method is in a range of more than 1.3 to less than 1.8, and the degree of shrinkage in an MD thereof is 0.25% or less.

Abstract: Embossed fibrous structures that exhibit a Dry Burst of greater than 270 g as measured according to the Dry Burst Test Method and more particularly to embossed fibrous structures that exhibit a Dry Burst of greater than 270 g as measured according to the Dry Burst Test Method and a Total Dry Tensile of less than 2375 g/76.2 mm and/or a Geometric Mean Total Dry Tensile of less than 1130 g/76.2 mm as measured according to the Tensile Strength Test Method are provided.

Abstract: A transparent conductive laminate consisting of a transparent polymer substrate, an uneven cured resin layer formed on at least one side of the substrate and a transparent conductive layer formed on the cured resin layer directly or through another layer. The cured resin layer contains fine particles A having an average primary particle diameter of 0.5 to 5 ?m and super fine particles C having an average primary particle diameter of 100 nm or less made of a metal oxide and/or a metal fluoride. The above transparent conductive laminate does not cause the deterioration of visibility by sparkling even when a transparent touch panel is mounted on a high-definition display and can prevent “Newton rings” which occurs between two transparent electrode substrates constituting the transparent touch panel.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for manufacturing a biodegradable composition containing nano-particles of cellulose for forming a protective coating on natural materials. It is an object of the invention to provide a composition for forming a protective coating layer on a biodegradable natural material that imparts to the material improved waterproofing and grease-resistant properties. It is another object to provide a composition for forming a protective coating on natural biodegradable materials that is based on the use of nano-cellulose particles and that protects these materials from swelling, warping, and mechanical damage during contact with water, other aqueous liquids, or grease.

Abstract: A reverse molded fiberboard panel; a wainscot kit comprising a plurality of differently sized reverse molded panels, and a planar finishing or spacer panel, adapted to completely cover any size wall between a wall base board and a wall chair rail; and a method of reverse molding a loose cellulosic mat, in a single pressing step, to provide one or more relatively high density, raised panels without requiring preliminary pressing, or other pre-shaping step, such as scalping. The reverse-molded panels are molded in a conventional, multi-opening fiberboard press, in a single pressing step process, while achieving excellent transfer of mold detail (embossing fidelity) without visually noticeable fiber fracture.

Abstract: The invention relates to an arrangement for lining the interior of a passenger vehicle such as an airplane including a honeycomb formation of several honeycombs arranged side by side. At its end, the honeycomb body is supported by a cover layer supported above and below the honeycomb formation such that by means of two cover layers glued onto the honeycomb formation, a layer design of the honeycomb paneling is created, which layer design is arranged so as to extend parallel to the outer skin of the aircraft and follow the curvature of the outer skin. The honeycomb formation used is made of paper or aramide honeycombs or of a mixed combination of both honeycomb types; on whose cross section of the honeycomb body a CFK cover layer is positioned to both ends of the honeycomb bodies. As an alternative, further CFK insulation layers are glued onto the outer surface of the respective cover layer supported above and below the honeycomb formation, which cover layers comprise a CFK or GFK.

Abstract: A web comprising a layer of crosslinked cellulosic fiber overlaid on and integral with at least one layer of regenerated cellulose fiber. The crosslinked cellulosic fiber can be sandwiched between two regenerated cellulose fiber layers. The regenerated cellulose can be viscose or lyocell.

Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention is a thin-layer lignocellulose composite having increased resistance to moisture. The thin-layer lignocellulosic composite includes a mixture of no more than about 95% by weight of a lignocellulosic fiber and at least about 5% by weight of an organic isocyanate resin. The mixture further includes short fibers and a release agent that does not interfere with subsequent processing of the thin-layer lignocellulosic composite. The mixture is pressed between two dies at an elevated temperature and pressure and for a sufficient time to form a thin-layer composite of predetermined thickness, and to allow the isocyanate resin to interact with the lignocellulosic fiber and short fibers such that the resultant thin-layer composite has a predetermined resistance to moisture.

Abstract: For a production of building and construction elements with utilization of municipal wastes there is designed an element provided with at least one basic layer of pressed pulp of laminated foodstuff packages, covered at least at one side by a plastic sheet and having outside cover layers. The basic layer comprises particles the dimension of which is maximal 30 mm.

Abstract: The invention intends to provide a technique for making a dispersion phase of a biomass origin component of a polymer composite material, wherein the dispersion phase is formed in a parent phase of a synthetic polymer, highly minutely and evenly.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of popcorn as material that provides structure and that stabilizes dimensions, for lignocellulose-containing molded articles, such as wood/composite materials, and also to the use of popcorn as binder for formaldehyde in wood/composite materials.

Abstract: An absorbent mixture consisting of an absorbent such as sodium or potassium polyacrylate, a fluent wax and a channeling agent. A product consisting of a porous member containing a mixture including an absorbent such as sodium or potassium polyacrylate, a fluent wax and a channeling agent.

Abstract: Fibrous structures that exhibit a cross machine direction total energy absorption (CDTEA) of greater than 8 cm-g/cm2 as measured according to the TEA Test Method.

Abstract: A method for forming an engineered wood product from pulpwood, comprising providing a quantity of pulpwood; crushing and scrimming the pulpwood to form a mat; drying in a first drying step the mat in a first pass dryer; applying a resin to the mat; and, drying in a second drying step the mat in a second pass dryer. The drying process controls moisture content using the rate of change between the entering and exiting airflow temperature. The resulting product has a high modulus of elasticity and modulus of rupture.

Abstract: Disclosed is a decorative laminate structure having at least two sheets of polycarbonate and at least one decorative image layer there-between two sheets of polycarbonate, and a method of making the decorative laminate structure. Through heat and pressure the sheet layers and the decorative image layer are bonded together resulting in a decorative laminate structure of this invention. This product is intended for use primarily to produce decorative articles which include counter tops, table tops, cabinet doors, game boards, toys, panels for shower stalls, hot tubs, markerboards, indoor and outdoor signs, seamless vanity tops including sink, soap dish, back splash, flooring and others.

Abstract: Fibrous structures that exhibit a Dry Burst of greater than 360 g as measured according to the Dry Burst Test Method and optionally, a Total Dry Tensile of less than 2450 g/76.2 mm and/or a Machine Direction (MD) Dry Tensile of less than 1520 g/76.2 mm and/or a Geometric Mean GM) Total Dry Tensile of less than 1180 g/76.2 mm as measured according to the Tensile Strength Test Method are provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to wood fiber insulating material boards and mats, in which the wood fibers and the binder fibers are aligned three-dimensionally. The fleece of wood fibers and binder fibers can alternatively have synthetic resin granules scattered on it. Likewise, a woven fabric or a film can be applied to one or both sides. The product obtained in this way is heated in a heating/cooling oven, calibrated and/or compacted to the desired final thickness.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a building material consisting of a moulded product of a base material, which moulded product is provided with at least one cavity, which cavity is filled with a filler in the form of loose particles, which loose particles have been bonded together by means of a binding agent, wherein the binding agent is present on the loose filler particles in the form of droplets. The present invention furthermore relates to a method for manufacturing such a building material In addition to that the present invention relates to a use of the present building material.

Abstract: A coated paper or board product and a method of manufacturing the same. The product comprises a base layer made of paper or board, with at least one coating layer containing at least one polysaccharide-based pigment, and at least one polymer layer being spread on top of it. The invention can considerably improve the adhesion of the coating and the polymer layer.

Abstract: A support material for recording layers comprising a raw base paper contains a hardwood pulp having a fibre fraction smaller than 200 ?m, after refining, of at most 45 wt. % and an average fibre length of 0.4 to 0.8 mm and a filler fraction of 5 to 40 wt. %, in particular 10 to 25 wt. %, relative to the mass of the pulp.

Abstract: A laminate manufacturing system, method, and article of manufacture, the article of manufacture having a core of fresh or green wood and/or recycled wood products, processed down to a particle size of less than 5 mm, and preferably less than 3 mm, and bonded together with glue, opposing surface inner veneer bonded to opposing surfaces of the core with glue, opposing surface outer veneer bonded to opposing surface inner veneer with glue, opposing edge veneer bonded to opposing edges of the core with glue. Each of the veneers is preferably 0.5 mm thick, although suitable veneer thicknesses may range from 0.3 to 0.5 mm. The article of manufacture thus produced is a laminated wood product having a particle to glue ratios that provides a durable, lightweight, strong attractive product that gives the appearance of wood.

Abstract: The present invention provides a low-density neutral paper offering excellent opacity, opacity after printing and other advantageous printability properties despite high bulk, by containing, as a filler, precipitated calcium carbonate-silica composite having an average particle size of 30 ?m or less and produced by neutralizing a mixture of precipitated calcium carbonate and alkaline silicate to pH 7 to 9, wherein the ratio of precipitated calcium carbonate to silica (precipitated calcium carbonate/silica) is 30/70 to 70/30 in solid content by weight and the surface of precipitated calcium carbonate particles is covered with silica. In particular, the present invention provides a low-density printing paper, or an electrophotographic transfer paper offering excellent stiffness and copier suitability, by means of adjusting the filler content in paper to a range of 1 to 25 solid content percent by weight, or provides a neutral newsprinting paper by means of adjusting the filler content in paper to a range of 0.

Abstract: Layered interface materials described herein comprise at least one crosslinkable thermal interface component and at least one compliant fibrous interface component coupled to the thermal interface component. A method of forming layered interface materials comprises: a) providing a crosslinkable thermal interface component; b) providing a compliant fibrous interface component; and c) physically coupling the thermal interface component and the compliant fibrous interface component. At least one additional layer, including a substrate layer, can be coupled to the layered interface material.

Abstract: Fibrous structures that exhibit a Geometric Mean Flexural Rigidity (GM Flexural Rigidity) of less than 8.8 cm and/or less than 8.7 cm as measured according to the Flexural Rigidity Test Method and/or a Cross-Machine Direction Flexural Rigidity (CD Flexural Rigidity) of less than 5.3 cm as measured according to the Flexural Rigidity Test Method are provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an aqueous colloidal gold solution, comprising (a) nano-particular gold particles, (b) a compound having a polar tertiary amino group conjugated via a hydrophobic aromatic residue with a weaker alkaline group, and (c) a stabilizer comprising a mercapto group (—SH) and an acidic group, in particular a sulfonic acid group (—SO3?). This gold solution uses an ecologically compatible medium and is suited in an especial manner or writing and for printing, also for inkjet printers, since it has a long-term storage life and generates an attractive metal-like gold sheen.

Abstract: A materials system and method is provided to enable the formation of articles by three-dimensional printing. The materials system includes thermoplastic particulate filler material that allows the accurate definition of articles that are strong without being brittle.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coating composition comprising (i) a supporting medium, and (ii) a plurality of cellulose particles, having an average dry particle size of less than 10 ?m, dispersed in the supporting medium, excluding aqueous coating compositions adapted for application to paper. The invention also relates to a coating composition comprising (i) a supporting medium, and (ii) a plurality of cellulose particles, having an average dry particle size of less than 10 ?m, dispersed in the supporting medium in an amount of less than about 5 g/L. The coating compositions of the invention form coatings which have useful thermal properties.

Abstract: The present invention provides composite materials that contain formaldehyde-free aqueous binder compositions comprising defatted soy flour of no greater than 43 micron mesh particle size and polymer particles of at least one emulsion (co)polymer. Preferably, the defatted soy flour is present as an aqueous dispersion, or is in denatured form. Also provided are methods of making and using composite materials containing the formaldehyde-free binder compositions.

Abstract: Composite materials containing a cellulose component such as wood fibers or particles, a zeolite component, and a polymer such as polyethylene, polypropylene, or polyvinyl chloride are able to provide good physical strength performance. The composites may be prepared by any of a number of mixing and forming processes, and may be used for making lumber and other structural materials.

Abstract: Building panels with a homogenous decorative surface having a wear layer comprising fibres, binders and wear resistant particles.

Abstract: A polymer film, which comprises: organic compound fine particles containing a retardation developer and having an average particle size of from 1 nm to 1,000 nm; a method for producing a polymer film, which comprises: casting a dope containing a polymer, a solvent for dissolving the polymer, a retardation developer and an additive other than the retardation developer on a support; peeling off; drying; and stretching, wherein the retardation developer is uniformly dissolved in the dope, and between the casting and the stretching, organic compound fine particles containing the retardation developer are formed within a film; and an optical film, which comprises: at least one compound represented by formula (I) as defined in the specification; and at least one Rth raising agent.

Abstract: The present invention provides a layered structure including a fullerene layer exhibiting Ohmic behavior. The layered device includes a layer of fullerenes and a layer of a fluoride compound of pre-selected thickness. The layered structure includes a third layer of an electrically conductive material located on the second layer to which electrical contact can be made. The thickness of the second layer is selected so that the layered structure exhibits substantially Ohmic contact across the first, second and third layers. The present invention also provides a light-emitting device which includes a substrate and a first electrically conductive layer defining an anode electrode layer on the substrate. The device includes an electron transport layer which includes fullerenes, and a second electrically conductive layer defining a cathode electrode layer on the electron transport layer. The device includes a layer of light-emissive material between the anode electrode layer and the electron transport layer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a particle board comprising a lower and an upper surface layer (9, 11) having a finer fraction of particles (4), and between these surface layers (9, 11) an intermediate layer (13) having a coarser fraction of particles (5). The intermediate layer (13) has a varying density.

Abstract: A friction material for a synchronizer ring comprises (A) a petroleum coke with an ash content of 0.1 mass % to 8 mass % or (B) a pitch coke with an ash content of 0.1 mass % to 8 mass %, more preferably (C) a calcined petroleum coke with an ash content of 0.1 mass % to 1 mass % or (D) a foundry coke with an ash content of 5 mass % to 8 mass %. The friction material is effectively used for a synchronizer ring requiring high coefficient of dynamic friction.

Abstract: A multi-composite acoustic panel for application to walls or ceilings. The panel is made from 15 to 65% of particles of sawdust with a granulometry of 4 to 60 mesh, 25 to 75% of rubber crumb or other petroleum derivatives or recycled rubber with a granulometry of 4 to 30 mesh and 3 to 20% of a polyurethane elastomer binder, the percentages being expressed by weight with relation to the total weight of the panel. In use the rubber acts as an anti-vibration element and the sawdust acts as an acoustic energy absorber as this type of fibre is hollow-centered which permits an absorption role which the rubber particle does not have. Said particle has the ability to reduce an impact.

Abstract: The invention relates to a coating composition comprising (i) a supporting medium, and (ii) a plurality of cellulose particles, having an average dry particle size of less than 10 ?m, dispersed in the supporting medium, excluding aqueous coating compositions adapted for application to paper. The invention also relates to a coating composition comprising (i) a supporting medium, and (ii) a plurality of cellulose particles, having an average dry particle size of less than 10 ?m, dispersed in the supporting medium in an amount of less than about 5 g/L. The coating compositions of the invention form coatings which have useful thermal properties.

Abstract: There is described a substantially planar self-supporting sheet (preferably an thermoplastic film e.g. formed from a polyolefin such as BOPP) comprising on at least one side thereof a substantially continuous adherent coating, thereon to create a barrier to oxygen, the coating comprising nano-particles, the sheet characterized in that: (a) the nano-particles form a substantially continuous phase on the sheet; and/or (b) the nano-particles are present in an amount of at least about 20% by dry weight of the coating; and/or (c) the coating is substantially free of polymeric binder, synthetic hydrophilic resin and/or a resin with a hydrophilic/hydrophobic character. The coated sheets have a high oxygen barrier, with preferred OTR values (at 23° C. and 0% RH)<10 cm3/m2/day. Preferred nano-particles are biopolymers such as starch and the coating is preferably substantially free of wax which has been found to reduce oxygen barrier effectiveness.

Abstract: Systems and methods for making a material composition are disclosed. The method includes mixing a thermoset polymer, a petroleum distillate, a release agent, and a catalyst to form an admixture. A cellulosic material is mixed with the admixture to form a generally homogenous furnish. The system includes a mixing chamber, a feeding chamber, and a die. The die includes a pressing chamber, which has a volume formed by first and second platens. The platens are in facing opposition to one another and have a length extending continuously from an entrance to an exit of the die. The platens have a plurality of orifices and heating elements disposed along the length. The platens are disposed in first and second positions. The first position forms a first volume and the second position forms a second volume.

Abstract: Extruded composite compositions of PVC and wood particles containing chitosan or chitin as a coupling agent are described. The composite compositions have improved physical and mechanical properties.

Abstract: A poly lactic acid and veneer laminar structure, in which a poly lactic acid layer is adhered to one surface or two surfaces of a wood veneer, thereby preventing the wood veneer from easily splitting apart, wherein the poly lactic acid is a polymer, the raw material of which is natural cereal crops. Moreover, a food grade wrapping paper layer is adhered to one side or two sides of the poly lactic acid layers. Accordingly, containers fabricated from the aforementioned laminar structures are biodegradable, and provide environmental protection effectiveness with regard to natural ecology.

Abstract: A laminate comprising aramid paper containing aramid fiber and aramid pulp and polyester film, the aramid paper and polyester film having been subjected to plasma surface treatment before laminating, wherein the aramid paper and polyester film are continuously bonded to each other. The disclosure is concerned with a process for manufacturing the laminate and an apparatus for manufacturing the laminate.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for impregnating lignocellulosic materials, in particular, wood, wood materials or materials for manufacturing wood materials, with effect agents. The invention also relates to novel compositions, containing effect agents.

Abstract: This invention relates to an ultra opaque coated sheet, characterized by the fact that it comprises a colored support made from a single ply of material, the said support being coated on at least one of its faces with one or more white pigmented coats. This invention also relates to the manufacturing process of this ultra opaque coated sheet.

Abstract: The present invention is an electrophotographic transfer paper having a coating layer containing a pigment and a binder on at least one side of a base paper comprising a pulp and a filler, and excellent transport characteristics in high-speed copy machines and printers. 30 wt % or more of the pigment is kaolin having a particle size distribution wherein 65% or more particles are in a range of 0.4-4.2 ?m based on volume, and/or delaminated clay having an average particle size of 3.5-20 ?m. The clark stiffness in the CD direction of the electrophotographic transfer paper is 20 cm3/100 or more.

Abstract: Polymer composite films were prepared by solvent casting suspensions of quantum dots (QDs) in cellulose triacetate (CTA) solution. The films were robust and possessed the optical properties characteristic of QDs. Transmission electron microscopy (TEM) images of the films revealed that the QDs were well dispersed within the CTA film matrix. The selective alkaline hydrolysis of QD/CTA films in 0.1N NaOH over 24 hours resulted in the surface conversion of CTA to regenerated cellulose. Optical properties of the films were probed both before and after the hydrolysis reaction using fluorescence spectroscopy, and were found generally unaltered. The cellulose surfaces of the alkaline treated films allow for facile incorporation of the films into paper sheets.

Abstract: A multi layer composite having oil and grease resistance comprising: a) a paper or paperboard substrate, b) a base coat on a surface of said substrate comprising a first polymer selected from the group consisting of film forming natural and synthetic polymers in the substantial absence of a mineral pigment filler, and c) a top coat on a surface of said base coat, said top coat comprising a continuous polymer phase comprising one or more film forming synthetic polymers having dispersed therein at least one platy mineral pigment and at least one non-platy mineral pigment. This invention also relates to a method of making the composite and articles of manufacture fabricated totally or in part from the composite of this invention where oil and grease resistance is required or desired, such as container, bags and wraps for packaging oily or greasy materials such as animal and human food.

Abstract: A composite wood product is manufactured by heating and pressing wood materials in contact with a mixture of resin and urea. Gases that evolve from the heating and pressing of the wood materials, resin and urea are collected and are passed through a biological oxidation system to remove volatile organic compounds.