Abstract: A surface protective film which can be easily peeled off from an adhesive silicone rubber composition layer, is free of a plasticizer or the like which may have an adverse effect on adhesion of the adhesive silicone rubber composition layer to a semiconductor chip or semiconductor chip attaching portion, and has no adverse effect on thickness uniformity or surface flatness of the adhesive silicone rubber composition layer, and a process for producing the same. More specifically, a surface protective film for protecting an adhesive silicone rubber composition layer (C), comprising a base film (A) coated, at least on one side, with a cellulose-based resin layer (B) having an SP value of 21.0 to 29.0 (MPa)1/2, determined by the Fedors method, and process for producing the same.

Abstract: Use of an aqueous composition, which has been prepared by dissolving (A) dihydroxypropylchitosan and (B) 1,2,3,4-butanetetracarboxylic acid (B) in an aqueous medium, makes it possible to provide articles excellent in hydrophilicity, antibacterial and deodorant activities, touch feeling, antifogging property, paper strength, dyeability, waterproofness, antifouling property and/or the like.

Abstract: Described is a water-absorbent composition containing from 30 to 100% by weight, based on the water-absorbent composition, of water-insoluble water-swellable hydrogels characterized by the following features: Centrifuge Retention Capacity (CRC) of at least 24 g/g, Saline Flow Conductivity (SFC) of at least 80×10?7 cm3 s/g and Free Swell Rate (FSR) of at least 0.15 g/g s and/or Vortex Time of not more than 160 s.

Abstract: An article made from polyvinyl chloride/wood composite having a natural wood grain finish and a method for creating the article. The natural wood grain finish is created on the article by applying multiple paint transfers onto the polyvinyl chloride/wood composite. The paint is transferred by a series of printing rollers having a wood grain pattern. Optionally, the polyvinyl chloride/wood composite can be painted with a base-coat of a hydrocarbon-based paint before applying the multiple paint transfers. This method is especially suited for manufacturing window blind slats.

Abstract: Prepare a foam structure that includes hollow coalesced foam strands and, optionally, solid coalesced foam strands using an extrusion die block equipped with apertures that promote forming the hollow strands and, optionally, the solid foam strands.

Abstract: A wood product is made from treating wood with two solutions, in series, including a penetrating solution and a topcoat composition. The penetrating solution is made up of boric acid, a metallocene catalyst, a free radical initiator, a first film-forming polymer and an adhesion promoter. The topcoat includes a continuous film-forming polymer. Application of the penetrating solution to the wood gets the solution into the wood to cross-link boric acid with cellulose fibers, then the topcoat forms the continuous film. The film seals in the penetrating solution so that it does not leach out during subsequent exposure to water and weather, allowing soluble salts such as borax to migrate and infiltrate deeper into the wood. Microbiological growth is prevented by several mechanisms.

Abstract: A manufacturing method of composite wood that arbitrary amount of wood can be used, nailing is possible and a product with arbitrary configuration is easily manufactured is provided. A melted binder resin and a plurality of wood pieces are kneaded. Then, a resultant kneaded material of the wood pieces and the binder resin is strongly pressed. The binder resin is cooled while the kneaded material is strongly pressed. Alternatively, strong pressing and cooling are repeated for the kneaded material. As a result, the binder resin is cured. A resultant composite wood is cut into a board with a predetermined thickness or a bar with a predetermined dimension and assembled into a desired product. A water content of the wood pieces may be evaporated by heat from the binder resin or may be evaporated by heating the wood pieces.

Abstract: An aqueous adhesive composition with good release properties. A preferred embodiment comprises sodium lauryl sulfate and a modified tapioca dextrin.

Abstract: A process for producing cellulosic formed materials having high water retention capacity according to the dry-wet extrusion process by producing a solution of 5 to 20 wt.-% of cellulose in a hydrous tertiary amine oxide, extruding the solution, stretching the extrudate in a non-precipitating medium, and precipitating the formed materials in an aqueous or alcoholic precipitating bath, characterized by extruding a solution including 0.01 to 250 wt.-%, relative to cellulose, of at least one superabsorbent polymer having a grain size of ≦100 &mgr;m. The fibers, films, and composite materials being formed are remarkable for their high water retention capacity and are suitable in the production of hygiene products, baby or disposable diapers, sanitary towels, tampons, incontinence articles, absorbent patches, wound dressings, strappings, bandages, absorbent cloths, moisture-absorbing clothing, bed mattings, filter materials or filters, packaging materials, or cable sheathings.

Abstract: The present invention provides a recording sheet which includes regular paper, that contains as a raw material at least a cellulose pulp, having added thereto a nonionic surfactant having an HLB value of higher than 6 and 13 or smaller in an amount of 0.1 g/m2 or more. The invention also provides a method for recording an image using the recording sheet.

Abstract: In a method for producing a fire-resistant laminated veneer-covering product, a veneer sheet is bonded to a backing sheet through a water-based fire-resistant thermosetting adhesive. Thereafter, a fire-resistant finishing layer, which includes a fire-resistant primer and a fire-resistant and abrasive-resistant topcoat, is applied on the veneer sheet. In one embodiment, the backing sheet is an aluminum foil sheet. In another embodiment, the backing sheet includes a paper layer, a fire-resistant coating and a water-resistant coating.

Abstract: A cellulose acylate-based dope, which has an exothermic peak giving a calorific value of 1 to 10 J/g (inclusive), between 0 and 40° C.; and a cellulose acylate film produced by using the same.

Abstract: A film for a liquid crystal display. The film is a cellulose ester film with a thickness between 20 and 65 &mgr;m and containing fine particles. The average diameter of fine particles is 0.05 to 3.0 &mgr;m. The number of fine particles per 1,000 &mgr;m2 is 5 to 500 in the cross-section perpendicular to the cellulose ester film in a region of a depth of not more than 10 &mgr;m.

Abstract: A coating composition for application to a food packaging film is disclosed. The resulting film can be used as a tubular food casing that, after cooking or heating, imparts a brown color to a foodstuff encased in the casing.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a new form of pulp that is a flake having a specific size, density, and wet dispersibility. The flakes are easy to meter in specified quantities when adding to cementitious products, because bulk quantities of the flakes flow well in conduits and other enclosed containers. The pulp flakes can supply sufficient cellulose fiber to an extrusion process due to the flakes' high fiber density. The pulp flakes have a wet dispersability that is comparable to some pulp sheets that have not been hammermilled. In one embodiment of the invention, a pulp flake is provided that has a wet dispersion of from about 60 to about 240 counts as measured by a standard British disintegrator. Another embodiment of a pulp flake has a density of from about 0.3 to about 0.7 g/cc. In one embodiment, the pulp flake has a size of from about 3 to about 5 mm3.

Abstract: Aqueous coating compositions containing acid stable metal dispersions, prepared by chemical reduction in aqueous medium, are obtained by using a N-quaternized cellulose derivative as binder. They can be used for the preparation of heat mode recording layers, magnetic layers and conductive layers.

Abstract: A process for finishing a wood or wooden board, in particular an MDF or HDF board, with an upper side and an underside. The process includes applying a sealing layer of melamine resin to the upper side of the board and printing a decoration onto the sealing layer. A protective layer is applied of melamine resin to the decoration and the board is pressed under the action of temperature until the protective layer and the sealing layer melt and bond to each other with the inclusion of the decoration printed on.

Abstract: A cleansing article having a substrate capable of absorbing and retaining a fluid therein, the substrate being impregnated with a cleaning composition containing a mixed ether.

Abstract: A cleansing article having a substrate capable of absorbing and retaining a fluid therein, the substrate being impregnated with a cleaning composition containing a linear and/or branched alcohol polyglycol ether.

Abstract: The invention relates to coated optical elements, coatings therefor and methods of producing such coatings, the coatings having improved characteristics of adhesion and of resistance to abrasion. In a preferred embodiment the coating includes a plurality of superimposed layers, namely: a hardcoat layer, a thin adhesion layer, a first dielectric layer including a material having a high refraction index selected from the group comprising: CrxOy, TiO2, ZnSe, ZnS and mixtures thereof, wherein x is a number comprised between 1 and 2 and y is a number comprised between 1 and 3; and a second dielectric layer having a refraction index lower than the refraction index of the second material.

Abstract: A paper coating slip containing a mineral pigment and an aqueous polymer dispersion as a binder, wherein the polymer dispersion is obtainable by emulsion polymerization of ethylenically unsaturated compounds (monomers) and the paper coating slip gels at above 35° C., i.e. the viscosity of the paper coating slip at from 35 to 60° C. is at least twice the viscosity at 30° C.

Abstract: Flame retardant textile structures which may be used alone or in combination with one or more covering layer to impart enhanced flame resistance in a wide array of applications. In particular, the textile structure incorporates a wool-based felt which contains about 60% by weight or greater of a mammal generated wool material.

Abstract: In order to provide a reproducible information holding medium which is capable of being easily removed in a state that a printing label layer does not remain on a substrate, a reproducing method thereof and a reproducing apparatus, a card 10A is constituted so that an adhesive label 16 to be a signature section is laminated onto a substrate 12 as an IC card. A water growth layer 14 is provided between the adhesive label 16 and the substrate 12. The water growth layer 14 is fixed onto the substrate 12 by an intermediate adhesive layer 19. Water is supplied to the adhesive label 16 so that the water growth layer 14 swells and the adhesion of the adhesive label 16 is weakened. The adhesive label 16 can be peeled easily. A new adhesive label is laminated to the water growth layer from which the adhesive label 16 is peeled, so that the card 10A is reproduced.

Abstract: Sphagnum, sphagnum moss, and/or sphagnum peat is milled to create a multitude of sphagnum, sphagnum moss, and/or sphagnum peat particles substantially all of which have a size less than about 850 microns. Particles of milled sphagnum moss have been shown to retain excellent water and oil absorption capabilities until particle sizes become smaller than 180 microns.

Abstract: A coated printing sheet is provided that is suitable for conventional offset printing grades, exhibiting desirable surface and optical properties and providing a surface that is image receptive and resistant to coating failure. The coated printing sheet includes an image receptive coating containing a hard polymer pigment having a shear modulus of at least 5.0×109 dynes/cm2 and a film forming binder. The coated printing sheets resist burnishing and exhibit desirable properties, e.g., gloss, bulk, stiffness and smoothness, with minimal or no calendering.

Abstract: A surface protective film which can be easily peeled off from an adhesive resin layer it protects, is free of any component which may have an adverse effect on adhesion of the adhesive resin layer to an object to which it is bonded, and has no adverse effect on thickness uniformity or surface flatness of the adhesive resin layer, and a process for producing the same. More specifically, a surface protective film for protecting an adhesive resin layer, comprising a base film (A) coated, at least on one side, with a cellulose-based resin layer (B) having an SP value of 21.0 to 29.0(MPa)1/2, determined by the Fedors method, and process for producing the same.

Abstract: A fiber cement composite material providing improved rot resistance and durability, the composite material incorporating biocide treated fibrous pulps to resist microorganism attacks. The biocide treated fibers have biocides attached to inner and outer surfaces of individualized fibers to protect the fibers from fungi, bacteria, mold and algae attacks. The biocides selected have strong affinity to cellulose and do not interfere with cement hydration reactions. This invention also discloses the formulation, the method of manufacturing and the final fiber cement products using the biocide treated fibers.

Abstract: The dope prepared from a mixture solvent and solid contents such as cellulose ester and additives is cast on a drum cooled to −5° C. to form a gel-like film. The gel-like film is peeled off from the drum. Tension of 60 kg/m is applied to the gel-like film in the widthwise direction thereof and the temperature of the gel-like film is kept 120° C., when the content of the solvent to the solid contents in the gel-like film is in a range of 100 wt. % to 20 wt. %. Further the gel-like film is dried to be a cellulose ester film having 40 &mgr;m thickness. The IR spectrum of the cellulose ester film has a peak in a range of 520 cm−1 to 480 cm−1 which indicates the crystallization of the polymer. The cellulose ester film has tear strength of 12g, Rth of 42 nm and Re of 1.2 nm. As crystallization of the polymer proceeds, the cellulose ester film has sufficient strength and optical properties.

Abstract: A process for impregnating base paper or fiber webs with an aqueous dispersion of a polymer of free-radically polymerizable compounds (monomers), which comprises from 0.1 to 5% by weight of the monomers being methacrylic acid.

Abstract: By coating a dip-formed article with a coating agent comprising a polymer latex dispersion-stabilized with a water-soluble high-molecular-weight compound containing an alcoholic hydroxyl group, a coated article having excellent donning and putting off properties and anti-blocking property, and exhibiting greatly reduced fine particles-releasability is obtained.

Abstract: The object of the present invention is to provide a coating material for recycling a thermoplastic resin mold, wherein said coating material is coated on the surface of said thermoplastic resin mold and said thermoplastic resin mold, discarded, can be recycled without removing the coating film of said coating material.

Abstract: A decomposable product fabrication method includes the steps of a) preparing a plant powder obtained by crushing plant fibers and a viscous fluid additive containing a bonding agent, (b) mixing the prepared materials into a viscous mixture, c) drying the viscous mixture by baking, d) using a compression molding machine to mold the viscous mixture into a green ware and discharging steamy air out of the mold during compression molding, e) covering the green ware with a layer of waterproof coating, and f) baking the semi-finished product thus obtained from step e) to a dry status, so as to obtain a finished product after cooling.

Abstract: A film selectively permeable to carbon dioxide gas which includes chitosan having a degree of deacetylation of 70 mol % or higher and in which the ratio of the carbon dioxide gas transmission (CO2TR) to the oxygen gas transmission (O2TR), (CO2TR/O2TR), is 15 or higher and a food packaging film made from such a film. The films are insoluble in water, are highly safe from the standpoint of food hygiene, and have such selective gas permeability that the ratio of carbon dioxide gas transmission to oxygen gas transmission is high, which can be economically obtained.

Abstract: A film contains a first polymer having a plurality of hydrogen bond donating moieties, and a second polymer having a plurality of hydrogen bond accepting moieties. The second polymer is hydrogen bonded to the first polymer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a wood-polymer composite, particularly wood which has been impregnated with a mixture containing polymerizable organic compounds, and more particularly to a method for preparing a wood-polymer-composite by impregnating wood material and/or wood-based material with a mixture containing polymerizable organic compounds, and most particularly uses thereof.

Abstract: A multi-layer structure comprises at least one electrostatic dissipative outer layer and a conductive core layer. The outer layer comprises a material selected from the group consisting of an inherently dissipative polymer, an inherently dissipative polymer blended with a non-conductive matrix polymer, an inherently conductive polymer blended with a non-conductive matrix polymer in an amount sufficient to impart a surface resistivity of greater than 105 and less than 1012 ohms/square, and mixtures thereof. The core layer comprises a material selected from the group consisting of an inherently conductive polymer, an inherently conductive polymer blended with a non-conductive matrix polymer, a conductive filler blended with a non-conductive matrix polymer, and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: Multi-ply paper towels are disclosed which have a combination of high absorbent capacity and a high rate of absorbency. These properties are the result of a combination of the intra-ply fiber structure and a network of inter-ply wet-collapse resistant channels that distribute and retain absorbed liquid.

Abstract: A light-scattering sheet having a phase separation structure comprised of a plurality of solid components varying in refractive index is used to construct a liquid crystal display device. In a first embodiment, the light-scattering sheet is disposed in a defined position within a reflecting LCD device. Thus, in a reflecting LCD device comprising a liquid crystal cell constituted of a transparent front electrode plate having a substrate carrying a transparent conductive layer, a back electrode plate having a substrate carrying a conductive layer and a liquid crystal and, as disposed forwardly of the liquid crystal cell, a polarizer, the light-scattering sheet is interposed (i) between the polarizer and the front electrode plate or (ii) between the back electrode plate and a reflector disposed behind the back electrode plate. Alternatively, (iii) the substrate sheet may be constituted of the light-scattering sheet.

Abstract: A composite barrier membrane coated on a substrate and membrane is formed by phase inversion technique utilizing a water-insoluble wax and a water-insoluble polymer dissolved in a solvent. The barrier membrane coated upon the substrate is used to control transmembrane transport of a liquid and a gas. The substrate can be a starch based food package material, a protein based food package materials, a natural fabric, a synthetic fabric, or a paper product.

Abstract: The disclosure describes a latently dispersible barrier composite material including an exposed low strength barrier component, an internal water sensitive layer, and a water permeable, inextensible, water dispersible support layer. When exposed to aqueous conditions on the barrier side, the composite prevents it from passing through to the other layers. When exposed to aqueous conditions on the opposite side, the composite readily disperses and may be disposed of by flushing in a toilet, for example. Uses are many and include numerous containment applications such as commode liners, containers for bodily and animal wastes, components of personal care products and the like. Examples of barrier layers include polylactic acid. Examples of water sensitive layers include polyvinyl alcohol. Examples of support layers include low stretch grades of toilet tissue.

Abstract: The dope prepared from a mixture solvent and solid contents such as cellulose ester and additives is cast on a drum cooled to −5° C. to form a gel-like film. The gel-like film is peeled off from the drum. Tension of 60 kg/m is applied to the gel-like film in the widthwise direction thereof and the temperature of the gel-like film is kept 120° C., when the content of the solvent to the solid contents in the gel-like film is in a range of 100 wt. % to 20 wt. %. Further the gel-like film is dried to be a cellulose ester film having 40 &mgr;m thickness. The IR spectrum of the cellulose ester film has a peak in a range of 520 cm−1 to 480 cm−1 which indicates the crystallization of the polymer. The cellulose ester film has tear strength of 12 g, Rth of 42 nm and Re of 1.2 nm. As crystallization of the polymer proceeds, the cellulose ester film has sufficient strength and optical properties.

Abstract: A film for a liquid crystal display. The film is a cellulose ester film with a thickness between 20 and 65 &mgr;m and containing fine particles. The average diameter of fine particles is 0.05 to 3.0 &mgr;m. The number of fine particles per 1,000 &mgr;m2 is 5 to 500 in the cross-section perpendicular to the cellulose ester film in a region of a depth of not more than 10 &mgr;m.

Abstract: The invention provides a sewage purification assist toilet paper that carries pineapple enzyme and at least one powdery additive selected from slag, porous ore, and activated carbon. The pineapple enzyme and additive decompose salinity and chlorides contained in toilet sewage which otherwise would inhibit the growth of microorganisms used in the biological treatment of sewage taking place not only in individual septic tanks but also in public sewage systems.

Abstract: A fluid-absorbing, composite material that is pressure sensitive adhesive and which is made of a mixture comprising a continuous phase formed from a pressure sensitive adhesive matrix, and a discontinuous phase substantially comprised of one or more natural or synthetically derived water soluble and/or water insoluble absorbents, characterised in that the continuous phase contains trans-polyoctenamer polymer, which material serves to elevate the shear strength of the composite. Because of its low melting point, compositions containing trans-polyoctenamer polymer are very easy to process. Formulations can be prepared that have only weakly adhesive properties, also formulations that are suitable as primary dressings for various hard-to-heal and chronic wounds. The pressure sensitive adhesive can also be combined with a non-adhesive, water impervious film, or other backing material, and can be used as the protective adhesive skin barrier component of ostomy pouches.

Abstract: Articles produced from hydrophobic polymers (e.g., polyethylene) are surface-coated with thin films of starch in order to render the surfaces hydrophilic. The thin coatings form on the surfaces of plastic objects when the objects are placed in contact with hot, aqueous solutions of starch. These starch coatings are extremely adherent to the hydrophobic plastic surfaces under both wet and dry conditions, and they permit the surfaces to be uniformly wet with water. Resultant products have improved biocompatibility, improved compatibility with hydrophilic reagents, reduced build-up of electrostatic charge, reduced blocking, reduced friction, improved absorption of water-based dyes, and improved adhesion properties. The starch coatings are non-toxic, inexpensive and biodegradable.

Abstract: A multilayer composition comprising: A) a first layer based on copolymers of ethylene (E) with tetrafluoroethylene (TFE) and/or chorotrifluoroethylene (CTFE); B) a second intermediate layer comprising thermoprocessable copolymers of ethylene (E) with tetrafluoroethylene (TFE) and/or chorotrifluoroethylene (CTFE) modified with acrylic monomers; C) a third layer based on hydrogenated polymers; said multilayer composition containing in layer B) and/or in layer C) one or more crosslinking agents.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of a polyolefin film as a medium to be written or printed on, according to which oxygen-containing groups are attached to one or both faces of the film surface by surface treatment. The polyolefin film is then highly surface-polarized by subsequently electrostatically charging it. Film thickness and surface weight and the electrostatic adhesive force produced are controlled by the degree of surface polarization in such a manner that the film, at least when the treated face is placed on a clean, dry and planar floatglass surface, will adhere to said surface indefinitely.

Abstract: An activated carbon molded body, more particularly in honeycomb form and for use as an adsorption filter, can be produced from a mixture including activated carbon, water, novolak powder, clay, cellulose ether, liquid starch, wax, polyacrylamide and soap, by a procedure involving thoroughly mixing the constituents, extruding the mixture to form a monolithic molded body and cutting same to size, drying the body and effecting pyrolysis thereof. The adsorption filter produced therefrom can be regenerated by electrical heating under specified conditions.

Abstract: A composition for promoting tissue growth which includes a material for placing in contact with animal tissue.

Abstract: A coating formulation is described in which includes a solvent, a binder, and a metal additive comprising tantalum, niobium, alloys thereof, or mixtures thereof. Also described is a cellulose-based substrate which contains a cellulose-based reinforcing agent, a binder, and a metal additive comprising tantalum, niobium, alloys thereof, or mixtures thereof. Also described is a cement-based or plaster-based substrate containing a cement-based or plaster-based material and a metal additive comprising tantalum, niobium, alloys thereof, or mixtures thereof.