Abstract: Emulsions, and processes for making the emulsions, useful for imparting water resistance to gypsum products are disclosed. Process for making the emulsion and gypsum products made from the emulsion are also disclosed. The emulsions of the invention include at least one paraffin wax and a hydrophilic metallic salt. The emulsions of the invention may further include a saponifiable wax substitute for montan wax. The emulsions of the invention may further include a biocide.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
August 22, 2011
Date of Patent:
January 13, 2015
Assignee:
Momentive Specialty Chemicals Inc.
Inventors:
Steven J. Wantling, Jason L. Holder, Harden Christopher Wren