Abstract: Provide an agent-to-be-filled/glass-containing resin molded product having no skin layer formed on its surface and free of sink marks, warping and other forms of deformation and also allowing an agent-to-be-filled blended in it to sufficiently effectuate, with a low blending ratio, action equivalent to when the agent-to-be-filled is blended at a traditional blending ratio; wherein the agent-to-be-filled/glass-containing resin molded product is characterized in that it is made of one type of resin selected from the group that includes polyethylene resin, polypropylene resin, polyethylene terephthalate resin and polyamide resin, that it contains solid, spherical glass beads with an average particle size of 10 to 40 ?m, and when the glass blending ratio of these solid, spherical glass beads is 40 to 70 percent by weight, no skin layer is formed on the surface of such glass-containing resin molded product as measured by laser Raman spectroscopy, and presence of the aforementioned solid, spherical glass beads and

Abstract: A protective coating applied to the underwater portion of a marine vessel operable to inhibit the growth of marine foulants. The coating comprises a polymer, a marine biocide, a preservative, an antimicrobial agent, and optionally a coloring agent. In certain embodiments, the marine biocide, preservative, and optional antimicrobial agent are chemically bonded with the polymer thereby significantly reducing the ability of the biocide, preservative, and antimicrobial agent to leach from the coating into the surrounding environment.

Abstract: A colorant composition for tinting or coloring surface coverings or paint is. provided that has a low volatile organic compound (VOC) concentration, alkylphenoi ethoxylate surfactants (APE) free and hazardous air pollutants (HAPS) free. Additionally, the colorant composition has performance properties substantially equal to or better than tinters possessing high VOC concentrations. The colorant composition includes a colorant component, a dispersant including a polyamide, a surface active agent, water, and optional additives, The polyamide is a high molecular weight polyamide. having at least two anchoring amines, and the surface active agent includes phosphoric acid, phosphate esters, or salts thereof.

Abstract: A method and composition for immobilizing an antimicrobial active ingredient on a surface of a substrate, in which the surface of the substrate is treated with a composition comprising (i) a solvent, (ii) a hydrophobin, (iii) a cationic antimicrobial active ingredient, (iv) optionally additives or auxiliary components, which permits a long-lasting antimicrobial finishing of the substrate surface.

Abstract: There is provided an artificial marble that includes antimicrobial substance, wherein the antimicrobial substance comprises less that about 0.002% (dry weight) of the artificial marble composition.

Abstract: A coating composition has excellent application workability, facilitates thick coating, rarely causes cracks at an initial drying stage, and provides a dried film having excellent tensile properties and adhesiveness. The composition contains an aggregate and an emulsion with a polymer particle dispersed in an aqueous medium. The polymer particle includes 40% to 98% of a unit formed by polymerizing an alkyl(meth)acrylate monomer, the alkyl group having 4 to 14 carbon atoms, 0.1% to 5% of a unit formed by polymerizing an ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid monomer, 1% to 20% of a unit formed by polymerizing a vinyl monomer having a cyano group, 1% to 20% of a unit formed by polymerizing a reaction product of a (meth)acrylic acid and a monofunctional epoxy compound, and 0% to 50% of a unit formed by copolymerizing at least one of the above monomers with another monomer.

Abstract: An environmentally friendly composition and related methods of use and production of an asphalt prime coat, suitable for application to a base road structure, are described herein. The composition includes an asphaltine, and an emulsion of a natural hydrocarbon resin mixed with a penetrating component, which can include a very limited quantity an organic solvent, or can omit organic solvents. If organic solvents are omitted, a hydrophobic wax can be added for moisture retention and water impermeability. Dispersion agents can be used to facilitate penetration into the base road. Rheology modifying agents and/or alcohols can be used to add flexibility, decrease curing time, and improve thickness and viscosity. The prime coat contains a lower quantity of volatile organic compounds than conventional prime coats, reducing environmental impact. The drying time of the composition is less than alternative compositions.

Abstract: A polymer composite comprising a thermoplastic polyamide polymer compounded with an organo-disulfide additive and a silver-based antimicrobial agent is disclosed. The organo-disulfide additive inhibits undesirable discoloration of the thermoplastic polyamide polymer including one or more silver-based antimicrobial agent. Processes for preparing the composite are also disclosed, including compounding the organo-disulfide additive in a polymeric carrier with the silver-based antimicrobial agent, then with the thermoplastic polyamide polymer, or compounding the organo-disulfide additive with the thermoplastic polyamide polymer before adding the silver-based antimicrobial agent.

Abstract: An antimicrobially treated material comprising a matrix material in which inorganic phosphate salts of at least two different metal cations are contained in finely distributed, dispersed or dissolved form, wherein at least one of the metal cations is selected from copper (Cu) and zinc (Zn).

Abstract: Electrocoat materials comprising bismuth compounds, further comprising (A) at least one self-crosslinking and/or externally crosslinking binder containing (potentially) cationic or anionic groups and reactive functional groups which (i) with themselves or with complementary reactive functional groups in the self-crosslinking binder, or (ii) in the case of the externally crosslinking binder, with complementary reactive functional groups present in crosslinking agents (B) are able to undergo thermal crosslinking reactions, (B) if desired, at least one crosslinking agent comprising the complementary reactive functional groups, and (C) bismuth subsalicylate of empirical formula C7H5O4Bi.

Abstract: A hydrolysable paint composition comprising organosilyl esters. The organosilyl esters are used in paint formulations which require hydrolysis of one or more of the components of the paint in use. The organosilylesters of the invention may also independently be film forming. The organosilyl ester may be the ester of a carboxylic, sulphonic or phosphoric acid. The binder systems of the invention can be used in paint compositions, such as self-polishing antifouling paints.

Abstract: A method of boosting alkaline hydrolysis or erodability of a hydrolysable paint formulation, the method comprising the step of adding an organosilyl ester to a binder system of a hydrolysable paint formulation. The booster is used in paint formulations which require hydrolysis of one or more of the components of the paint in use. The organosilylesters of the invention may also independently be film forming. The organosilyl ester may be the ester of a carboxylic, sulphonic or phosphoric acid. The binder systems of the invention can be used in paint compositions, such as self-polishing antifouling paints.

Abstract: A sheet for pest control, wherein said sheet is of polymeric material and comprises at least two layers; a top layer and a bottom layer, wherein the bottom layer contains a herbicide and one or more pesticides selected from among fungicides and insecticides, and the top layer optionally containing an insecticide and/or fungicide. Other aspects of the invention include a polymeric composition used in the preparation of the sheets and a method for pest control in agriculture, horticulture and gardens.

Abstract: Additive combinations for various products to allow the product to be dispenses from a BOV aerosol dispensing arrangement.

Abstract: The present invention relates to biocidal and more particularly algicidal substances comprising one or more polymers which in turn comprise one or more biocides such as more particularly algicides, where at least one polymer has structural elements which derive from acrylonitrile. The invention further relates to biocidal compositions comprising aforesaid biocidal substances in particulate form, to a process for preparing the biocidal substances and the biocidal compositions and to the use of the biocidal compositions for protecting technical materials.

Abstract: Process for producing metal particle sols having a metal particle content of ?1 g/l, comprising the steps of a) reacting a metal salt solution with a solution containing hydroxide ions b) reacting the solution obtained from step a) with a reducing agent, wherein at least one of the solutions in step a) comprises a dispersing assistant, metal particles produced by the process and the use thereof.

Abstract: Ink composition for continuous deflected jet printing, that is liquid at ambient temperature, comprising a solvent containing less than 0.5% by weight of water and less than 0.5% by weight of alcohols relative to the total weight of the ink composition; one or more dye(s) and/or pigment(s) that is (are) insoluble in water, and in mixtures of water and of at least one alcohol; and a binder, comprising at least 50% by weight, relative to the total weight of the binder, of at least one binder resin capable of being obtained by reaction between at least one alkoxysilane and at least one hydroxyaromatic resin.

Abstract: A flame-retardant thermoplastic elastomer compound is disclosed having polyphenylene ether, a hydrogenated styrene block copolymer, at least one solid non-halogenated phosphorus containing flame retardant, and a nucleated olefinic polymer. The compound has a before-aging tensile elongation of >200% and an after-aging tensile elongation residual of at least 75%, according to the UL 62 test, which makes it useful as an insulation layer, a jacketing layer, or both for protected electrical lines such as alternating current wire and cable products, accessory cables, and variety of injection molded electrical or electronic parts.

Abstract: The present invention provides solvent- and water-based primer compositions that include at least one carboxylated polyolefin that has been modified with one or more polyfunctional alcohols. The carboxylated polyolefins are obtained by the reaction of polyolefins with at least one of unsaturated carboxylic esters, unsaturated carboxylic acids, unsaturated carboxylic anhydrides, acrylic monomers, and mixtures thereof. The carboxylated polyolefins are then further modified by reaction with one or more polyfunctional alcohols. These polyfunctional alcohol-modified polyolefins may also contain pendant carboxyl groups, which have the propensity to form hydrophilic salts with amines or inorganic bases, thereby rendering the polyfunctional alcohol-modified polyolefins water-dispersible. These primer compositions are useful for significantly improving the adhesion of paints, adhesives, and inks to various plastic and metal substrates.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides a lubricious polymeric composition that includes polymer and one or more lubricants. Articles formed from the lubricious polymeric composition possess enhanced softness, flexibility and lubricity. The present disclosure also provides a method for making an article formed from a lubricious polymeric composition having polymer and one or more lubricants.

Abstract: Process for the production of wood-based materials containing wood parts, comprising the steps a) bringing wood parts into contact with a1) alkaline binder and a2) thiacloprid and b) pressing a bed of wood parts, containing wood parts treated according to step a), under pressure at a temperature of the press contact surfaces of 126° C. to 240° C.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a composite structural article exhibiting a three dimensional shape and size and including an admixture including at least one of a metal and a ceramic component, this combined with at least one polymeric component. In a further revised application, the article can include an admixture including at least one of a silver and a polymeric component.

Abstract: High heat resistant polymer compositions having poly(lactic acid) and methods of making the high heat resistant polymer compositions are provided. In a general embodiment, the present disclosure provides a polymer composition including a poly(lactic acid), an aliphatic polyester, and an organically coated calcium carbonate.

Abstract: Antifungal and antibacterial peptides, polypeptides and proteins as antifungal additives for paint and other coatings are disclosed, along with antifungal compostions, and coated surfaces with antifungal properties. Methods of using the coatings for treating and/or inhibiting growth of mold, mildew and other fungi and bacteria on objects such as building materials that are susceptible to such infestation are also disclosed.

Abstract: Polydiorganosiloxane polyamide, block copolymers having organic soft segments and methods of making the copolymers are provided.

Abstract: A cycloaliphatic diol antimicrobial agent selected from the group consisting of 1,1-cyclohexanedimethanol, 1,2-cyclohexanedimethanol, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol, and 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol was found to provide antimicrobial activity in coating compositions and latexes, and was found to enhance the effectiveness of other antimicrobial agents commonly used in coatings and dispersions. Alone or as part of a preservative system, this cycloaliphatic diol antimicrobial agent in water can provide an easy-to-handle liquid that allows coatings producers to achieve improved microbial control, or achieve equivalent control while using less antimicrobial agents in their formulations. Consequently, the shelf life of the products can be maintained while reducing the use of the traditional preservative, or the shelf-life can be enhanced with addition of this cycloaliphatic diol antimicrobial agent to an existing antimicrobial system.

Abstract: A description is given of an adhesive comprising two components, the first component comprising at least two different polymers of which at least one contains carboxyl groups. One of the polymers is selected from polymers which are capable of forming crystalline domains and copolymers of ethylene and vinyl acetate, and the second polymer is an amorphous polyurethane, the quantitative weight ratio of first polymer to second polymer being from 2:8 to 8:2. The second component comprises at least one silane compound that is reactive toward carboxyl groups. The adhesive can be used to produce film-laminated moldings for automobile construction which feature high resistance to climatic cycling.

Abstract: Antifungal and antibacterial peptides, polypeptides and proteins as antifungal additives for paint and other coatings are disclosed, along with antifungal compostions, and coated surfaces with antifungal properties. Methods of using the coatings for treating and/or inhibiting growth of mold, mildew and other fungi and bacteria on objects such as building materials that are susceptible to such infestation are also disclosed.

Abstract: This disclosure provides a process to produce a moisture-curable polyurethane binder composition comprising: providing a first mixture comprising an isocyanate-containing species and a polyol component, wherein the polyol component is a polyfunctional polyol and the isocyanate-containing species is a difunctional or polyfunctional isocyanate and wherein the isocyanate-containing species and the polyfunctional polyol are reacted to form an isocyanate-functionalized species; adding a non-ionic surfactant to the first mixture; and adding water to the first mixture to form an emulsion, wherein the moisture-curable polyurethane binder composition contains about 3% to about 25% residual isocyanate functionality.

Abstract: There is provided a coating composition comprising (a) one or more microbicide, (b) one or more soluble polymer comprising acrylamide as polymerized units, wherein said polymer has is non-anionic, and (c) solvent, wherein said polymer is dissolved in said solvent. Also provided is a method of coating a substrate with such a coating, and also provided is the resulting coated substrate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a polyurethane adhesive in the manufacture of film/foil-coated furniture. The adhesive consists of two components, the first component comprising at least two different polyurethanes which comprise carboxyl groups, and the polyurethanes comprising units derived from polyester diols and units derived from polyether diols, the weight quantity ratio of the sum total of all units derived from polyester diols to the sum total of all units derived from polyether diols being in the range from 1:9 to 9:1, and the second component comprising at least one silane compound reactive toward carboxyl groups.

Abstract: A method for production of a reactive polyurethane emulsion for use in impregnating and coating a textile fabric includes reacting polyols alone or in combination with at least one of diols and triols with a substoichiometric amount of diisocyanates so as to form medium-viscosity, OH-terminated prepolymers. The prepolymers are mixed with an external emulsifier. At least one of a diisocyanate, a triisocyanate and a polyisocyanate are added so as to bring about a crosslinking of the prepolymers.

Abstract: The present invention provides both crosslinked polymer compositions capable of forming hydrogels upon exposure to an aqueous environment and thiosulfonate hydrogel-forming components. The thiosulfonate hydrogel-forming components of the invention are preferably multi-arm thiosulfonate polymer derivatives that form a crosslinked polymer composition when exposed to a base without requiring the presence of a second cross-linking reagent, redox catalyst, or radiation. Methods for forming hydrogel compositions, as well as methods for using the hydrogels, are also provided.

Abstract: A stain composition comprising at least one anti-ticking agent, at least one colorant, and at least one surfactant configured to at least partially suspend the hydrous aluminum silicate in a carrier liquid.

Abstract: Surfaces that are in contact with a body of water or that are periodically exposed to water can be susceptible to fouling. Described herein are antifouling surfaces that contain a matrix material and an antifouling effective amount of a metal additive in the matrix material. The matrix material can define a surface that is in contact with a body of water or that is periodically exposed to water, where the matrix material does not substantially degrade in the presence of water. Methods for inhibiting fouling of a surface are also described herein.

Abstract: The present invention provides an improved single component coating composition for automotive/marine repair which is useable as a body filler.

Abstract: Polymeric anti-microbial agents produced by substituting the nitrogen atoms in the backbone of ethylenimine polymers, for example, substitution with aralkyl groups, are provided. The agents are believed to have low human toxicity while being effective against a variety of pathogens and are useful in applications involving human contact, such as cosmetics, hair care products and textiles, as well as in applications with much less human contact, such as coatings.

Abstract: The invention provides an adhesive or sealant comprising (A) at least one compound selected from the group consisting of polyurethanes, polyureas, polyacrylates, polysulphides, silylated polyurethanes, silylated polyureas, silylated polyethers, silylated polysulphides and silyl-terminated acrylates, and (B) at least 0.32% by weight of 2-ethylhexyl methyl terephthalate, based on the overall adhesive or sealant. A process is disclosed for preparing the adhesive or sealant, and also disclosed is the use thereof for producing material bonds between parts to be joined.

Abstract: The invention provides protein adhesives and methods of making and using such adhesives. The protein adhesives contain ground plant meal or an isolated polypeptide composition obtained from plant biomass.

Abstract: A composition is described that includes at least one polyolefin, at least one thermoplastic bio-resin derived from starch or soy or both, and at least one compatibilizer having at least one polyolefin and at least one polar group. Surface coverings and floor coverings, such as laminated floor coverings, having the composition, are also described.

Abstract: A composite material formulated for slow release of a small molecule in seawater includes a porous inorganic oxide framework and micelles embedded within the pores of the framework. The micelles include a surfactant and a small molecule, the surfactant being present in the composite material at no more than 80 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight inorganic oxide, the composite material being stable in seawater for releasing the small molecule over at least 20 days.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition for use as an antifouling agent and a method of decreasing fouling of a surface in a marine environment. The composition is a polymeric matrix, the polymeric matrix comprising subunits of at least one structural monomer and at least one ionic monomer. The ionic monomer comprising a salt, that is an anion that is a conjugate base of an acid having a pKa less than about 9 and at least one cation that is a cationic biocide. One embodiment includes guanidinium counterions that undergo ion exchange to slowly release a biocidal component.

Abstract: A high-strength glue stick formulation that includes water; a defoamer; a bactericide; an oil; polyvinylpyrrolidone; a plurality of polyurethane dispersions; dipropylene glycol n-butyl ether; sodium stearate; casein; sodium hydroxide; and at least one adhesion promoter.

Abstract: A custom color paint or stain tinting system employs a dark-colored non-infrared-absorptive liquid base paint or stain and a point-of-sale array of concentrated liquid colorants which when dispensed into the base paint or stain provide custom-tinted non-infrared-absorptive paints or stains in lightened shades and a variety of tints. Dark custom-tinted paints or stains are tinted lighter from a dark-colored base, not darker from a white or light colored base as is done in conventional point-of-sale systems.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a filler material for a floor, comprising a natural base material and a mixture containing loess and a resin in powder or pellet form, as well as to a method for producing the filler material. The filler material of the present invention uses the natural base material and is thus environmentally-friendly and not harmful to the human body. Further, in the event rice husks are used as the natural base material, a person slipping on the floor is protected from burning caused by friction as the rice husks have a high moisture content. In addition, the loess contained in the filler material keeps the floor from becoming moldy and emits far infrared radiation, and therefore is beneficial to the human body. The resin emulsion of the filler material prevents the natural base material from generating dust, thus preventing dust from entering the human body via the respiratory organs of the human body.

Abstract: A composition for use in construction that is substantially free of volatile organic compounds (VOC) that when applied to a surface produces a smooth or textured, water-shedding (hydrophobic properties), aesthetically-pleasing, protective continuous coating. The coated surface as well as the method of preparing and applying the composition is also provided.

Abstract: An improved method for fixedly coating powder coating prepolymer and/or polymer particles with microparticles of solid, heat absorbing polymer additive materials, especially antimicrobial additive materials.

Abstract: An antimicrobial hydroalcoholic composition comprising hydroalcoholic solvent system comprising a lower alcohol and water in a weight ratio of at least about 50:50; a thickener system comprising at least one cationic or nonionic polymeric thickener that is solid at ambient temperature; and a secondary antimicrobial agent.

Abstract: An aqueous precipitation process for the preparation of particles comprising primarily silver sulfate, comprising reacting an aqueous soluble silver salt and an aqueous soluble source of inorganic sulfate ion in an agitated precipitation reactor vessel and precipitating particles comprising primarily silver sulfate, wherein the reaction and precipitation are performed in the presence of an aqueous soluble carboxylic acid additive or salt thereof, the amount of additive being a minor molar percentage, relative to the molar amount of silver sulfate precipitated, and effective to result in precipitation of particles comprising primarily silver sulfate having a mean grain-size of less than 70 micrometers.

Abstract: A hydrogel having a floatability where from 40% to 90% of a solution and/or suspension to be thickened are thickened starting from the surface of the liquid and the rest of the solution and/or suspension to be thickened is thickened starting from the bottom of the container, a process for preparing the hydrogel and also its use for absorbing blood and/or body fluids, especially in hygiene articles, or for thickening aqueous solutions and/or suspensions, especially for thickening medical wastes.