Abstract: A method is provided involving altering the viscosity of bio-derived paraffins to produce a paraffinic fluid, where the altering step includes chlorinating the bio-derived paraffins; the bio-derived paraffins include a hydrodeoxygenated product produced by hydrodeoxygenating a bio-based feed where the bio-based feed includes bio-derived fatty acids, fatty acid esters, or a combination thereof; the bio-derived paraffins include n-paraffins; and the n-paraffins have a biodegradability of at least 40% after about 23 days of exposure to microorganisms. Also provided are methods of protecting and/or cleaning a substance by applying the paraffinic fluid.

Abstract: This disclosure is directed to an additive package for a lubricant composition that provides improved compatibility with fluoropolymer seals. The additive package comprises a seal compatibility additive. The disclosure is also directed to a lubricant composition comprising a base oil and a seal compatibility additive. The seal compatibility additive improves the compatibility with fluoropolymer seals of the resultant lubricant composition.

Abstract: A method is provided involving altering the viscosity of bio-derived paraffins to produce a paraffinic fluid, where the altering step includes oligomerizing bio-derived paraffins, unsaturating bio-derived paraffins, chlorinating bio-derived paraffins, or a combination of any two or more thereof; the bio-derived paraffins are produced by hydrodeoxygenating a bio-based feed; the bio-based feed comprises bio-derived fatty acids, fatty acid esters, or a combination thereof; the bio-derived paraffins comprise n-paraffins; and the n-paraffins have a biodegradability of at least 40% after about 23 days of exposure to microorganisms. Also provided are methods of protecting a substance by applying a paraffinic fluid and a method of producing an orifice in a substrate by at least injecting a paraffinic fluid into the substrate.

Abstract: Described are various formulations of lubricant additive composition comprising an additive base oil, a chlorinated paraffin, and a first antioxidant that can be used as a stand-alone lubricant or can be used in an additive package that can be added to another lubricant composition (e.g., an engine oil, a transmission fluid, a turbine oil, a gear oil, a grease, etc.). Also described are various engine oil composition comprising the lubricant additive composition.

Abstract: The present invention proposes a lubricating oil for refrigerators comprising, as the base oil, a polyester-based derivative or a polyvinyl ether derivative and a polycarbonate-based oxygenated compound; a polyoxyalkylene glycol derivative; or a polyester-based derivative or a polyvinyl ether derivative and a polyoxyalkylene glycol derivative. The lubricating oil exhibits excellent miscibility with a refrigerant having one carbon atom and no chlorine atoms and, in particular, with difluoromethane and provides a hydraulic fluid composition exhibiting excellent antiwear, lubricity and stability.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition comprising at least one microgel and at least one functional additive, to processes for the preparation thereof, to uses of the compositions, and to microgel-containing polymers, rubbers, lubricants, coatings, etc. prepared therefrom.

Abstract: A fuel cell comprising a proton transporting membrane is provided. The proton transporting membrane comprises a polyelectrolyte film comprising a multilayer comprising an interpenetrating network of a net positively charged polyelectrolyte polymer comprising repeat units with at least two fluorine atoms and a net negatively charged polyelectrolyte polymer comprising repeat units with at least two fluorine atoms, and further comprising a fluorinated counterion within the multilayer.

Abstract: A biomass-based fuel pellet, such as a fuel pellet which includes thermoplastic polymeric material and a substantial amount of cellulosic material, e.g. cellulosic material derived from biomass source(s), is provided. The fuel pellet commonly includes about 5 to 15 wt. % of the thermoplastic polymeric material and at least about 75 wt. % cellulosic material. Optionally, the fuel pellet may comprise a lignin additive. Many embodiments of the fuel pellets are suitable for use in a coal-fired furnace and/or in other industrial boiler applications.

Abstract: A polyelectrolyte film is provided, the polyelectrolyte film comprises an interpenetrating network of a net positively charged polymer and a net negatively charged polymer, wherein the net positively charged polymer, the net negatively charged polymer, or both contain polymer repeat units with at least two fluorine atoms.

Abstract: A composition of matter resistant to foaming comprising a hydrocarbon oil and an acrylate copolymer dispersed in the said hydrocarbon oil, which acrylated copolymer contains at last one polymerised fluorinated (meth)acrylate monomer wherein not more than three neighbouring carbon atoms in the said fluorinated (meth)acrylate monomer carry one or more fluorine substituents.

Abstract: A method of lubricating a sootblower comprising use of an oil or grease that is thermally stable at temperatures of at least 160° C. Sootblower components which can be lubricated include lance support bearings, gears, chains, seals, and shaft bearings. The oil or grease can be an ester, silicone, or halogenated oil or grease including perfluoropolyether or perfluoroalkyl ether, a fluorosilicone, a polytrifluorochloroethylene, derivatized perfluoropolyethers, such as fluoroether triazines, and mixtures of two or more thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for improving the melt processing of polymeric materials, and more particularly to the use of compatibilized polymer processing additives to enhance the melt processing of polymeric matrices.

Abstract: A lubricant composition for metal forming and cutting has at least one compound of the formula (I): R1—(AO)n—OOC—(CH2)m—Ph—(R2)p where R1 is a C1 to C15 alkyl group AO is an alkyleneoxy group which may vary along the (poly) alkylenoxy chain; n is 0 or from 1 to 100; m is 0, 1 or 2; and Ph is a phenly group, which may be substituted with groups (R2)p; where each R2 is independently an alkyl, halogen, haloalky or alkoxy group; and p is 0 or from 1 to 3. The lubricant composition also includes at least one lubricant additive selected from the group consisting of an organic ester additive, a polyalkylene glycol additive, a sulphur-containing synthetic additive, a sulphur-containing oleochemical additive, a suiphonate, a phosphorus-containing additive and a chlorinated paraffin additive. Also described are a method of using the lubricant composition in metal forming and cutting applications and the use of the lubricant composition in metal forming and cutting applications.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of formulations containing selected fluorinated components for reducing friction between conveyor systems and the containers transported thereon.

Abstract: The invention concerns a threaded component for a seizure-resistant tubular threaded joint wherein a lubricating substance is deposited in a thin film on at least the surface of the threads of the threading, said surface being treated to adsorb said lubricating substance. The lubricating substance consists of a homogeneous mixture of a) a thickening agent; b) a set of extreme-pressure additives physically and chemically compatible with the thickening agent and comprising at least an extreme-pressure additive with chemical action called chemical EP additive and capable of being used at Hertz pressures not less than 1000 Mpa's; c) an oil. The proportions of the constituents of the lubricating substance are selected such that said lubricating substance has a consistency capable of ensuring a self-induced and film-forming lubricating process. The invention also concerns a method for producing the thin film.

Abstract: The present invention composition is a nonflammable petrolatum-based synthetic lubricant which includes an extreme pressure additive for additional lubricating properties. The composition comprises, in percent by weight: approximately 4% carbon dioxide, as a propellant; approximately 0.125% SARKOSYL O; approximately 0.125% AMINE O; approximately 78% to approximately 81% trichloroethylene, approximately 10% to approximately 20% petrolatum; approximately 0.44% methyl salicylate, and approximately 0.5% to approximately 5% MONALUBE 225®. Preferably the composition of the present invention comprises approximately 1.5% MONALUBE 225®, and between approximately 78% to approximately 81% trichloroethylene.

Abstract: The invention concerns a threaded component for a seizure-resistant tubular threaded joint wherein a lubricating substance is deposited in a thin film on at least the surface of the threads of the threading, said surface being treated to adsorb said lubricating substance. The lubricating substance consists of a homogeneous mixture of a) a thickening agent; b) a set of extreme-pressure additives physically and chemically compatible with the thickening agent and comprising at least an extreme-pressure additive with chemical action called chemical EP additive and capable of being used at Hertz pressures not less than 1000 Mpa's; c) an oil. The proportions of the constituents of the lubricating substance are selected such that said lubricating substance has a consistency capable of ensuring a self-induced and film-forming lubricating process. The invention also concerns a method for producing the thin film.

Abstract: A cutting method in which a solution is sprayed or jetted to a machining portion when machining by use of a water-insoluble cutting oil, wherein recovered liquid is collected and stored in one recovery tank, and separated into the water-insoluble cutting oil and another solution on the basis of the specific gravity difference, and are re-used. Stable machining is enabled by using the water-insoluble cutting oil, and measures against disaster are fully taken.

Abstract: A high performance lubricant to extend the life of tooling to punch holes and shear metals especially thick steel members. The lubricant, due to its modified viscosity, remains on the tool during the process allowing it to provide the necessary coating to reduce the friction developed. Most punching processes mount the tool vertical and the work is held below the tool. Lubricant is applied to the tool prior to punching. A problem with lubricants presently used is the viscosity is so low the lubricant runs off the tool prior to the punching process rendering the lubricant ineffective. The thixotropic index of the lubricant is controlled by addition of fumed silica to provide the proper viscosity to keep the lubricant on the tool and then during the punching process the viscosity is reduced sufficiently by the shear energy applied between the tool and work to allow the lubricant to flow in the shear area thereby providing maximum lubrication between the tool and the work.

Abstract: Disclosed is a machining fluid admixture for cooling and lubricating a workpiece/tool interface, wherein the admixture comprises a major amount of n-propyl bromide and a minor amount of a lubricant. In other embodiments, the machining fluid consists essentially of about 30.0 to about 99.99 weight percent n-propyl bromide; from about 0.01 to about 30.0 weight percent of a lubricant; and optionally from 0.0 to about 70.0 weight percent of a fluorinated chemical. In still further embodiments, the machining fluid consists essentially of about 45.0 to about 50.0 weight percent n-propyl bromide; from about 0.01 to about 2.0 weight percent of a lubricant; and from 45.0 to about 50.0 weight percent of a fluorinated chemical. In other aspects, the present invention is directed to methods for cooling and lubricating a tool/workpiece interface.

Abstract: Disclosed is a machining fluid admixture for cooling and lubricating a workpiece/tool interface, wherein the admixture comprises a major amount of n-propyl bromide and a minor amount of a lubricant. In other embodiments, the machining fluid consists essentially of about 30.0 to about 99.99 weight percent n-propyl bromide; from about 0.01 to about 30.0 weight percent of a lubricant; and optionally from 0.0 to about 70.0 weight percent of a fluorinated chemical. In still further embodiments, the machining fluid consists essentially of about 45.0 to about 50.0 weight percent n-propyl bromide; from about 0.01 to about 2.0 weight percent of a lubricant; and from 45.0 to about 50.0 weight percent of a fluorinated chemical. In other aspects, the present invention is directed to methods for cooling and lubricating a tool/workpiece interface.

Abstract: The lubricant additive formulation for introduction into a petroleum based carrier, such as, motor oil, in which the additive contains substantially equal amounts of naphthenic oil and chlorinated paraffin with minor amounts of a paraffin oil and anti-wear and anti-oxidant agents; and in certain applications, metal powders or soaps are introduced into the additive together with an effective amount of grease necessary to maintain the metal particles in suspension when introduced into the liquid carrier.

Abstract: The invention concerns a lubricant based on silicone oils or silicone greases and is characterized in that it comprises between 95 and 99 wt % silicone oil or silicone grease and between 1 and 5 wt % organic compounds from the group comprising trichloromethyl compounds having at least one oxygen atom in the sp.sup.3 configuration.

Abstract: A device for transmitting motion comprises a flexible elastomeric element and at least one rigid element in surface contact with one another, wherein the surface of said flexible elastomeric element that comes into surface contact with said rigid element has been surface treated with a halogenated polyether.

Abstract: Disclosed is a refrigerator oil composition comprising at least one base oil selected from mineral oils and synthetic oils, and at least one polyether compound having a kinematic viscosity of from 200 to 10000 mm.sup.2 /sec at 100.degree. C. The composition has an excellent lubricating property, while specifically improving the lubricity of bearings. This is effective for preventing bearings from being seized and fatigued, and is suitable as a lubricating oil in refrigerators using hydrogen-containing Flon refrigerants, such as R134a, that do not cause environmental pollution.

Abstract: A friction-reducing composition for the metal wear parts of an automobile engine composed of a chlorinated paraffin, natural petroleum base oil, synthetic di-ester base oil, a commercial detergent package and a viscosity index improver.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for reducing the back migration of the most volatile fractions of perfluoropolyethers during the operation of mechanical vaccum-generating pumps which utilize perfluoropolyethers: use is made of perfluoropolyethers containing not more than 0.1% by weight of fractions having a molecular weight lower than or equal to 1,500 and not more than 1.3% by weight of fractions having a molecular weight lower than or equal to 1,800.