Abstract: An exterior automotive vehicle component having a pleasing appearance comprises an elastomer modified polyolefin resin matrix having a haze level of less than about 50% and a special effects pigment uniformly distributed therein.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pigment with color dependent on the viewing angle, which has been obtained by three-dimensional crosslinking of oriented substances of liquid-crystalline structure having a chiral phase. In order to stabilize the color of such a pigment at elevated temperatures, crosslinking is carried out in the presence of at least one additional, color-neutral compound comprising at least two crosslinkable double bonds.

Abstract: A process to produce an article having a granite-like appearance is disclosed which consists essentially of (a) extruding a first mixture to form a second mixture; and (b) using the second mixture to form an article having a granite-like appearance. The first and second mixtures are in the form of particles where the first mixture consists essentially of about 99 to about 90 wt. % of a first particle composition and about 1 to about 10 wt. % of a second particle composition. The first particle composition consists essentially of a first polymer which consists essentially of a thermoplastic (co)polymer of ethylene and the second particle composition consists essentially of a colorant and a second polymer which consists essentially of a crosslinked thermoset (co)polymer of ethylene.

Abstract: An aqueous, non-settling, universal nacreous pigment dispersion that can be used in dispensing machines for the custom mixing of retail and trade sales of alkyd or solvent-thinned and water-based surface coatings employs a synthetic silicate, sodium lithium magnesium silicate, as the suspending agent. Also disclosed are methods for preparing the dispersion which incorporates one or more carriers, humectants, surfactants and other optional conventional additives.

Abstract: This invention relates to a synthetic laminate structure and a method for making the synthetic laminate structure. More particularly, the synthetic laminate structure contains an outer layer comprising a substantially transparent copolyester, a printed or colored film layer having opposed surfaces wherein at least one of the surfaces is colored or has an image printed thereon, a backing layer, and a laminating enhancer layer comprising a polyurethane disposed between the outer layer and the film layer, the laminated enhancer layer providing a bond between the outer layer and film layer characterized by a substantial absence of visible air pockets or adhesion discontinuities.

Abstract: This application discloses two-coat and three-coat automotive finishes, articles coated by an automotive finish and a process for their preparation wherein polychromism is achieved in the finish by incorporating an opaque, light interference pigment into the topcoat or a midcoat. The invention further relates to a coating composition which contains an opaque interference pigment at a pigment to binder ratio of less than 7/100.

Abstract: A new and useful a plastic article, particularly plastic siding, with an accent color pattern incorporated therein, a specially formed accent color pellet which is useful in manufacturing such an article, and a process for producing the article using the pellets are provided. The process contemplates extruding a plastic product from a base material formed of powder-sized particles and specially formed accent color pellets. The accent color pellets are alloyed masses of resins and pigment which are larger than the powder particles of the base material, and have a higher vicat softening point temperature than the base material. The alloyed pellets are designed to melt controllably and to mix controllably with the base material.

Abstract: An aqueous composition for coloring cement based compositions comprising water, pigment, a suspension enhancing agent and latex polymer solids.

Abstract: An aqueous composition for coloring cement based compositions comprising water, pigment, a suspension enhancing agent and latex polymer solids.

Abstract: There is provided coated substrate where a filled flowable polyester composition is cured in contact with and bonded to the substrate. The composition contains 20 to 40% resin and in excess of 50% filler, the balance being welling agent, air release agent and catalyst.

Abstract: Lamellar pigment particles are provided in a form that is readily used for coating compositions by use of a dispersion. The dispersion contains the pigment particles in an amount of 20-55% by weight, and also includes a carrier that is compatible with the vehicle of the intended coating composition. The dispersions are stable and provide essentially complete separation of the lamellar pigment particles.

Abstract: The invention relates to high filler content plastic molded articles, which articles have a surface having a pronounced glitter appearance resembling that of a microcrystalline mineral material. The glitter effect is obtained by incorporating glitter-producing particles having a plastic basis and a specific gravity <2, in the composition of said articles. A method of manufacturing such molded articles is described, according to which all of the components are adjusted to corresponding densities. The products have a particularly durable simulated-rock appearance with good glitter characteristics.

Abstract: Opacified Pearlescent Compounds for Making an elongate louver or assembly of louvers having an improved multi-layer louver configuration comprising an opacified pearlescent outer layer having a claimed range of opacity which substantially or completely occludes an base layer, the increased opacity substantially reduces or eliminates perceptible non-uniformity in coloration, shade change and thickness of the outer layer, while improving resistance to yellowing, processing characteristics, and raw material cost economics.

Abstract: Acrylic compositions filled with alumina trihydrate with the mixed ester reaction product of propylene glycol methacrylate and phosphorus pentoxide have superior mechanical properties and ease of manufacture. In such acrylic compositions, the ester reaction product imparts superior properties by acting as a very effective coupling agent between the alumina trihydrate filler and the acrylic matrix.

Abstract: An improved gel coat for integral molded products having increased hardness consists of a synthetic resin mixed with tabular alumina and a surface treating agent such as gamma-Methacryloxypropyltrimethoxysilane. The gel coat may be applied as a first layer over a mold, pattern, part, or other surface with a filler reinforced resin layer applied to the first layer or with an intermediate layer of resin filled with calcium silicate applied between the gel coat and the reinforced layer. The gel coat may also be used as a surface coating for steel, composite, and concrete structures.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a mixture of different colored resin particles, some or all of which are irradiated. The present invention also relates to the process of making a marbleized resin composite from this mixture of colored resin particles, as well as the marbleized composite product. The marbleized resin material of the invention displays sharp color delineation between each colored component.

Abstract: The subject invention provides a method for producing a laminated article and the laminated article resulting from such method which comprises contacting a rigid substrate with a plastic material in a liquid or semi-liquid state, said plastic material being held in place by a gasket or spacer and in contact with a flexible film and maintaining contact between the substrate and plastic material under conditions so that the plastic material hardens and adheres to the substrate to form the article. The invention also concerns a plastic edge piece which may be cast and attached to the exposed edges of the laminated article and which has the same appearance as the plastic laminate.

Abstract: This invention relates to a solid surface which is prepared from a copolyester laminated onto an image layer. More particularly, the solid surface contains an outer layer of transparent PETG copolyester, a polymeric film with a high resolution image printed thereon, and a backing layer. The image can be selected to give the solid surface the appearance of natural building materials, such a wood and stone.

Abstract: The invention relates to surface-modified pigments based on TiO.sub.2 pigments or TiO.sub.2 -coated platelet-shaped substrates and overcoated with a layer consisting of borates of alkaline earth metals and/or double borates of alkali and/or alkaline earth metals and to the use thereof as yellowness inhibitors in plastics and plastics systems.

Abstract: A highly filled, extruded thermoplastic material which has a smooth, uniform speckled surface without any secondary finishing operations. The thermoplastic material contains a polyalkylene terephthalate resin, a polycarbonate resin, a large quantity of a filler material, a stabilizer for the resin materials and a sufficient quantity of a non-dispersing pigment to give the extruded thermoplastic material a speckled surface appearance.

Abstract: The subject invention provides an improved simulated mineral article which comprises a discrete suspended plastic material and a continuous thermoplastic matrix. The plastic material and the thermoplastic matrix are visually distinguishable and each contains a coupling agent. The subject invention also provides a method of preparing a simulated mineral article which entails preparing a liquid thermoplastic to serve as a matrix and then suspending a plastic material therein. The plastic material is composed of a thermoset plastic made from resin which comprises an acid component having thermoplastic characteristics. The invention also concerns a method of coating a thermoplastic article with a thermoset surface coat which has increased binding affinity toward the article.

Abstract: A sprayable coating composition is useful for forming a simulated granite surface having high-impact strength, superior hardness and an aesthetically-pleasing look. The coating composition has a gel coat and granules which include thermoplastic and thermoset plastic components. The gel coat and granules are visually differentiatable, substantially immiscible and substantiatly isopycnic in density. The composition, when combined with a hardener, may be sprayed into a mold and backed with fiberglass, plastic or other suitable resin to form a panel or similar structure, or may be directly applied to surfaces to provide a simulated-granite appearance.

Abstract: Compositions suitable for application in powder coating processes are produced by melt atomisation of thermosettable mixtures. The product is characterised by improved particle size distribution and by a generally rounded particle shape.

Abstract: This invention is related to a procedure to produce paste for stone quarry, calcareous stones and other porous stony finishing, similar to cement or mortar, which comprises the combination of resin with calcium carbonate, silica grit or river sand aggregate, to give body to the resin. The aggregate can be mixed with cement and be pigmented in different colors and milled in diverse grain sizes for example, to obtain a perfect copy of stone quarry. It is possible also, to use additives like cobalt and catalysts to protect resin from ultraviolet rays or from flames, in case the binding paste comes in contact with fire.Additionally, the binding paste comprises quantities of water to produce cavities for porosity. It also contains a silica product named Aerosil, which allows the paste to become more dense to help its laying in the mold, without the necessity to pour as a liquid. If the paste is too dense it can be diluted with monomers.Detergent is used to ease the laying of the paste in the mold by hand.

Abstract: A shading and light-responsive plate or film is composed or a transparent polymer containing a novel phthalic acid derivative metal salt and further near infrared ray shading plate or film is composed of a transparent polymer containing the aforesaid phthalic acid derivative copper salt or lead salt and a near infrared absorbing coloring material formed from a thioamide derivative or thiourea derivative.

Abstract: A shading and light-responsive plate or film is composed of a transparent polymer containing a novel phthalic acid derivative metal salt and further a near infrared ray shading plate or film is composed of a transparent polymer containing the aforesaid phthalic acid derivative copper salt or lead salt and a near infrared absorbing coloring material formed from a thioamide derivative or thiourea derivative.

Abstract: Disclosed are a resin composition for artificial marble comprising:(I) an unsaturated polyester obtained by using a divalent alcohol containing hydrogenated hisphenol A as an essential component and an .alpha.,.beta.

Abstract: A resin-based composition for casting artificial marble has excellent resistance to hot water. The composition includes an unsaturated polyester resin and a gibbsite-type aluminum hydroxide which has been surface-treated with an ethylenically unsaturated silane coupling agent.

Abstract: The invention provides a polyester resin for use in making synthetic quartzite-marble/granite, comprising: a mix of NPG-isophthalic and PG-orthophthalic resin. An article and a process for forming the article is disclosed. The article includes 40% to 70% of a solution including a mixed monomer and the polyester resin absorbed in a monomer mixture of 2:1 styrene to methyl methacrylate where the total monomer comprises 30% of the solution; 30% to 50% of alumina trihydrate; 10% to 30% of a filler, the filler having a size range of 24 mils to 1/4"; approximately 1% of a peroxide that is stable at room temperature; and, adding a small amount of a pigment or dye.

Abstract: An unsaturated polyester molding compound of which viscosity at 25.degree. C. is about 10.sup.7 centipoise or more, containing (1) glass fiber of about 0.05 to 3 mm in length, (2) 4-methyl-2,4-diphenylpentene-1, and (3) a transparent filler can give glossy, transparent, thick, profile articles without cracking even at high temperatures. Therefore, the molding compound is used advantageously for production, for example, of bathtubs, kitchen counters, and lavatory and dressing tables.

Abstract: Artificial marble or granite having excellent aesthetic properties, patterns and tonalities which cannot be found in natural materials are prepared from a composition containing a polymerizable poly(allyl carbonate) of a polyol and mineral filler, where the mineral filler is a carbonate type in the case of marble, and silicate or silica type in the case of granite, and is in the form of particles of which at least 40% to 100% by weight have a particle size greater than 0.5 mm. The artificial marble and granite produced by the process of the invention require a limited quantity of polymerizable poly(allyl carbonate) binder, have excellent aesthetic properties and high aging resistance, making them suitable for external use.

Abstract: A molding composition which, when cured, is useful as an artificial stone composition, is disclosed. The composition comprises between about 10 to about 25 parts by weight of a non-volatile polyester backbone resin; between about 10 to about 25 parts by weight of an ethylenically unsaturated monomer and between about 50 to about 80 parts by weight of a filler selected from the group consisting of alumina trihydrate, borax, hydrated magnesium calcium carbonate and calcium sulfate dihydrate. When an artificial stone composition simulating granite is desired, the molding composition further comprises chips of a previously cured thermosetting resinous composition. The compositions are produced in a vented but essentially closed mold through which heating and cooling media can freely flow.

Abstract: The invention concerns a homogenous, in particular multicolored plastic sheet or panel, based on ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer (EVA) as binder with a filler content of 30 to 80 wt. % and a process for producing it. In other embodiments the binder contains, in addition to the 70 to 85 wt. % of EVA, polypropylenes to improve the processability (tendency to adhere), EPDM to improve the flexibility, and polyethylenes to reduce the tendency to soiling. In the process described, several additives, each consisting of a binder containing at least some ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer, up to 80 wt. % of fillers and up to 5 wt. % of pigments, are mixed, plasticized and granulated or comminuted to form granules or chips of assorted colours which are mixed and, possibly after other processing operations, pressed to form the plastic web or plates.

Abstract: A method for producing synthetic shaped articles simulating marble, granite or the like is provided by the present invention. A thermosetting resin is subjected to first reaction conditions effective to partially polymerize the resin to form a semi-solid mass. The partially polymerized semi-solid mass of resin is comminuted to form a plurality of discrete partially polymerized resin particles. An article of the desired shape is formed from a mass of the partially polymerized resin particles. The thus formed shaped article is then subjected to second chemical reaction conditions effective to polymerize the resin to provide a synthetic shaped article simulating marble, granite and the like.

Abstract: A composition for artificial marble comprising (a) 10 to 60% by weight of an allyl-terminated oligomer, (b) 40 to 86% by weight of an inorganic filler and (c) 0 to 30% by weight of a reactive monomer. The composition provides artificial marble having a deep appearance characteristic of marble and having a high strength and high abrasion resistance.

Abstract: A reaction curable resin composition comprising a curable component, a polymerization initiator for curing the curable component, an inorganic filler and a phosphoric acid ester of methacrylic or acrylic acid having the formula: ##STR1## wherein R is H or CH.sub.3, and n is 1 or 2, wherein the curable component comprises at least one monomer (A-1) selected from the group consisting of a polyfunctional allylcarbonate, an unsaturated polyester and (meth)acrylate, and/or a precondensate (A-2) obtained by partially polymerizing such monomer (A-1).

Abstract: Coating compositions which do not contain metal powders and which contain, as coloring component, 0.001 to 30% by weight of at least one organic pigment and/or of a polymer-soluble dye and/or of a pearlescent pigment and 0.001 to 30% by weight of molybdenum disulfide, based on the coating produced therewith, are suitable, for example, for coloring surfaces, especially metal surfaces.

Abstract: Novel opalescent coatings are disclosed containing foamed metal oxides. The foamed metal oxides impart a unique opalescence to the coatings, result in more natural hues, softer colors and minimal color travel.

Abstract: Compositions which can be processed to moulded articles which contain as high molecular weight organic material, a thermoplastic or a thermoset plastic or an elastomer and, as coloring component, 0.001 to 3.0% by weight of molybdenum disulfide, based on said high molecular weight organic material, in conjunction with at least one inorganic or organic pigment and/or a polymer-soluble dye and/or a pearlescent pigment.

Abstract: A luster pigment is described which is made up of a metal oxide film on a colored platelet-like support. The support is a pigment having a length of 3-150 .mu.m, a width of 3-150 .mu.m, and a thickness of 0.1-2 .mu.m. A process is described for the preparation of the pigment in which an organic platelet-like pigment is coated with a metal-oxide film by chemical vapor deposition. The preferred platelet-like organic pigment is .beta.-copper phthalocyanine.

Abstract: Pearlescent coating compositions comprising a resin binder system, coated mica particles and a manganese salt of an azo pigment, these coating compositions being of particular value in two coat automotive paint systems wherein the pearlescent composition is applied as the base coat which is covered with a clear top coat to provide paint systems with intense color, high pearlescence and excellent durability.

Abstract: A batch process for making a resin includes adding at least one portion of colored resin material to a resin base material of another color and mixing the combination including the colored material only sufficiently to incomplete blend the colored material into the base mix so that the colored material is only partially dispersed in the resin base. The multicolored product may be foamed or unfoamed material.

Abstract: An article exhibiting a multicolor effect is obtained by combining a transparent substrate, an interference pigment and an absorption colorant, the pigment and colorant preferably united in the form of a combination pigment, in which the absorption colorant is of a color which is different from the transmission color of the interference pigment or the complement thereof.

Abstract: A two-tone paint film comprises a first paint film and a second paint film formed adjacent to the first paint film, each of the first paint film and the second paint film including pigment comprising a ceramic flake substrate, a transparant inorganic thin film layer formed on the surface of the substrate, and glittering portions having metallic luster comprising metal dots or alloy dots formed on the surface of the thin film layer. The pigment of the first paint film has a different ratio of the total areas of the glittering portions to the entire surface area of the thin film layer from the pigment of the second paint film. Thus, brightness of the two paint films are reversed between a view at the front and a view in an oblique angle.

Abstract: Synthetic mineral compositions, methods and articles are provided in which both high polishability and flame retardancy are achieved, by encasing a particulate flame retardant such as alumina trihydrate with a resin having like polishing characteristics to the synthetic organic polymers of the synthetic mineral.

Abstract: A reaction curable composition comprising a curable component, a polymerization initiator for curing the curable component and from 30 to 90% by weight, based on the total composition, of inorganic fillers, wherein the curable component is a combination of a polyfunctional allylcarbonate monomer or its precondensate, an unsaturated polyester and a reactive diluent, or a combination of a partially cured product of at least two of such three components and the rest of such three components, if any.

Abstract: A polyester film containing 20% or less by weight of a mixture comprising a white pigment and a pearlescent pigment is disclosed. The polyester film has a pearly luster and a high degree of whiteness.

Abstract: An ornamental article comprising a natural ornamental material such as pearl and a cured coating membrane of a composition based on organic materials which is coated on the surface of said natural ornamental material in a thickness from 0.01 .mu.m to 30 .mu.m, with improved properties such as surface luster and resistivity to scratch, light, chemicals, etc.

Abstract: An unsaturated polyester resin composition suitable for an onyx-like artificial marble is obtained by using aluminum hydroxide having an average primary particle size of at least 20 .mu.m or a mixture thereof with aluminum hydroxide pulverized from the above aluminum hydroxide and having an average particle size of at least 15 .mu.m. This composition has an improved transparency, a reduced coloration, and a good productivity.

Abstract: Disclosed is a casting resin of reduced viscosity based on methacrylic acid esters with a high content of aluminum hydroxide as filler containing a mixture of at least one organosilicon compound with a functional group, at least one silicic acid ester, and at least one organic metallic acid compound of metals of Groups IVB and/or VB of the Periodic Table of the Elements. The functional group of the organosilicon compound is ethylenically unsaturated and bound to the silicon atom either directly or by alkylene groups. The casting resins of the invention have improved working qualities. Plastic objects and moldings manufactured from these resins have decidedly improved use properties.