Pavement Or Sign Marking Or Reflex Reflecting Composition Or Process Of Preparing Patents (Class 523/172)
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Patent number: 7169831Abstract: The invention relates to a pavement marking composition comprising ceramic fibers. The ceramic fibers are preferably randomly dispersed within a polymeric material. The polymeric material preferably comprises a substantially non-crosslinked elastomer. The pavement marking composition is preferably formed into a sheet material such as a tape.Type: GrantFiled: February 18, 2002Date of Patent: January 30, 2007Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Randall H. Helland, Eric E. Rice
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Patent number: 7166667Abstract: Sets of prepaints wherein at least one set member is in solid form, methods of formulating paint lines using the sets of prepaints, and a method of formulating a range of paints from the sets of prepaints, where the paint lines and ranges of paints are useful as road marking coatings, architectural coatings, industrial coatings, graphic art coatings, non-cementitious aggregate finish coatings, elastomeric coatings, adhesives, caulks, sealants, and other building related products, are disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 2003Date of Patent: January 23, 2007Assignee: Rohm and Haas CompanyInventor: Ronald David Bakule
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Patent number: 7073974Abstract: A system for forming and applying a coherent refractory mass on the surface of a road wherein one or more non-combustible materials are mixed with one or more metallic combustible powders and an oxidizer, igniting the mixture so that the combustible metallic particles react in an exothermic manner with the oxidizer and release sufficient heat to form a coherent mass under the action of the heat of combustion and projecting this mass against the surface of the road so that the mass adheres durably to the surface of the road.Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 2005Date of Patent: July 11, 2006Inventor: George Jay Lichtblau
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Patent number: 6969214Abstract: A process and apparatus for forming a coherent refractory mass on the surface of a road wherein one or more non-combustible materials are mixed with one or more metallic combustible powders and an oxidizer, igniting the mixture so that the combustible metallic particles react in an exothermic manner with the oxidizer and release sufficient heat to form a coherent mass under the action of the heat of combustion and projecting this mass against the surface of the road so that the mass adheres durably to the surface of the road.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2004Date of Patent: November 29, 2005Inventor: George Jay Lichtblau
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Patent number: 6911486Abstract: This invention provides encapsulated type fluorescent retroreflective sheeting which is excellent in appearance and weatherability, and which comprises a surface-protective layer disposed on the side on which light is to strike, a binder layer connected to the surface-protective layer through network bonding parts, an air layer which is sealed-up by the network bonding parts between the surface-protective layer and the binder layer, and a retroreflective element layer disposed between the surface-protective layer and the air layer, or between the binder layer and the air layer, wherein at least one layer located on the light-incident side of sealed-up air layer contains at least one fluorescent dye selected from the group consisting of benzimidazole coumarin type-fluorescent dyes of formula (1) as follows: and benzopyran type-fluorescent dyes of formula (2) as follows:Type: GrantFiled: February 22, 2001Date of Patent: June 28, 2005Assignee: Nippon Carbide Kogyo Kabushiki KaishaInventors: Ikuo Mimura, Akihiro Matsuda, Takashi Yoshioka
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Patent number: 6838494Abstract: The present invention provides a light reflecting polymeric composition that includes at least one halogenated-flame-retardant-additive-free polymer having dispersed therein a pigment package including a combination of Sb2O3 and TiO2. The Sb2O3 and TiO2 preferably have an average particle size within the range of from about 0.05 ?m to about 1.0 ?m, and more preferably about 0.2 ?m. When used in combination, the Sb2O3 and TiO2 pigments synergistically interact together to provide a polymeric composition exhibiting a reflectivity that is substantially higher than can be obtained by the use of either of the pigments alone.Type: GrantFiled: December 30, 2002Date of Patent: January 4, 2005Assignee: Ferro CorporationInventors: Deenadayalu Chundury, Richard Abrams, Ronald M. Harris, Mir Ali, Theophilus G. McGee, II, Susan T. Schmidt
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Patent number: 6790880Abstract: A pavement marking composition, methods of applying, and pavement markings produced therefrom. The composition is a two-part coating composition having an amine component including one or more aspartic ester amines and optionally one or more amine-functional coreactants, an isocyanate component including one or more polyisocyanates, and material selected from the group of fillers, extenders, pigments, and combinations thereof.Type: GrantFiled: June 13, 2002Date of Patent: September 14, 2004Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Mark D. Purgett, David C. May, Mark D. Zender, Daniel J. Willie, Thomas R. Borden
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Publication number: 20040157960Abstract: The present invention is directed to package stable retroreflective compositions and processes of making and using the retroreflective compositions. In particular, the retroreflective compositions of the present invention are utilized in aerosol applicators from which the retroreflective compositions can be sprayed onto a desired substrate's surface.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 15, 2003Publication date: August 12, 2004Applicant: LIGHT BEAD LLCInventor: Peter G. Rowe
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Patent number: 6734226Abstract: A storage stable, fast drying multi-component aqueous coating composition which includes an anionically stabilized binder polymer, a vinylamine polymer and a volatile base is disclosed. A method for using the aqueous coating composition to produce a coating on the surface of a substrate is further disclosed, along with the coating produced.Type: GrantFiled: March 11, 2002Date of Patent: May 11, 2004Assignee: Rohm and Haas CompanyInventor: Ann Robertson Hermes
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Patent number: 6734227Abstract: The present invention relates to optical elements comprising fluorochemical surface treatments. The invention further relates to articles such as retroreflective sheetings, pavement markings and beaded projection screens comprising a binder and the surface treated optical elements. The surface treatment comprises at least one fluoropolymer selected from a) fluoropolymers comprising a fluorinated hydrocarbon backbone and side chains comprising at least one of fluoroalkyl, fluoroether alkyl, fluoroalkoxy and mixtures thereof; and b) fluoropolymers comprising a hydrocarbon backbone and side chains comprising at least one of fluoroether alkyl, fluoroalkoxy and mixtures thereof.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2001Date of Patent: May 11, 2004Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Naiyong Jing, George Van Dyke Tiers, Mark J. Pellerite
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Patent number: 6699598Abstract: Laminar body comprising a substrate, and applied thereto on one or both sides, at least one layer containing an enamel, wherein the layer or layers containing an enamel contains at least one phosphor.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2002Date of Patent: March 2, 2004Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.Inventors: Annett Bretschneider, Wolfgang Kuhn, Jurgen Wieczoreck, Andreas Winterfeldt
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Patent number: 6689824Abstract: Sets of prepaints useful for forming a road-marking paint line are provided. Also provided are methods which permit the person applying the road-marking paint to vary the properties of the road-marking paint at the application point to suit the ambient conditions, including temperature, humidity, traffic flow and the like.Type: GrantFiled: February 16, 2001Date of Patent: February 10, 2004Assignee: Rohm and Haas CompanyInventors: John Michael Friel, John William Hook, III, Bernhard Helmut Lieser, Jerry William Washel, Dennis Paul Lorah, Donald Craig Schall, Ann Robertson Hermes
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Patent number: 6679650Abstract: The present invention is directed to an improved thermoplastic pavement marking composition system that comprises a pavement surface that is light in color (white or off-white). A first marking stripe is applied and adheres to the top of the pavement surface. This first marking stripe has a thickness of at least about 40 mils to about 110 mils, and comprises a solidified thermoplastic resin composition. The solidified resin composition comprising a black pigment. A second marking stripe is applied and adheres to the surface of the first marking stripe, the second marking stripe having a thickness of at least 40 mils to about 750 mils or more. It is narrower than said first marking stripe and also comprises a solidified thermoplastic resin composition. The thermoplastic resin composition of the second marking stripe is comprised of a pigment that visibly contrasts with the first marking stripe.Type: GrantFiled: February 12, 2002Date of Patent: January 20, 2004Assignee: Ennis Paint, Inc.Inventors: Jerry Britt, Darrell Thompson
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Patent number: 6627678Abstract: This invention relates generally to linear tetrablock copolymer compositions and their use in road marking applications. These tetrablock copolymers contain polystyrene, polyisoprene and polybutadiene components. Road marking compounds prepared from these copolymers further contain a hydrocarbon resin.Type: GrantFiled: October 23, 2002Date of Patent: September 30, 2003Assignee: ExxonMobil Chemical Patents Inc.Inventors: Roger Robert Delmé, Jacques Bernard Lechat, Chantal Mathilde Martin
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Patent number: 6624232Abstract: A pavement sealing composition and method of application of the sealant to pavement to form a thin coating which protects the pavement, particularly asphalt from the harmful effects of oxidation, water, ice and snow as well as fluids spilled onto the pavement surface from automobiles and aircraft. Preferably, the coating is formed of a combination of materials including a polymer resin, fine sand and Portland cement. To this combination, a defoaming agent is added along with a preservative, pigment, a quick drying agent and water. This formulation provides for a thin protective layer which can be returned to service in a short period of time.Type: GrantFiled: February 16, 2001Date of Patent: September 23, 2003Assignee: Polycon Systems, Inc.Inventor: Jack H. Wilson, Sr.
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Publication number: 20030119945Abstract: An aqueous based coating composition for road marking, having fast-drying and improved resistance to yellowing properties, is disclosed. The composition contains a binder polymer and at least one pigment selected from zinc phosphate and calcium zinc phosphate.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 10, 2002Publication date: June 26, 2003Inventor: Kazuhiko Aibara
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Patent number: 6576686Abstract: This invention relates generally to linear tetrablock copolymer compositions and their use in road marking applications. These tetrablock copolymers contain polystyrene, polyisoprene and polybutadiene components. Road marking compounds prepared from these copolymers further contain a hydrocarbon resin.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2000Date of Patent: June 10, 2003Assignee: ExxonMobil Chemical Patents Inc.Inventors: Roger Robert Delmé, Jacques Bernard Lechat, Chantal Mathilde Martin
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Patent number: 6572977Abstract: A fluorescent red composition providing a coating having chromaticity coordinates (x, y) within the area defined by (0.648, 0.351), (0.735, 0.265), (0.629, 0.281) and (0.565, 0.346) in terms of the CIE 1931 Standard Colorimetric System and measured using 0/45 geometry and evaluated with CIE Standard Illuminant D65 and a fluorescence luminance factor of at least about 8; articles comprising the composition or coating, and methods of making.Type: GrantFiled: September 12, 2000Date of Patent: June 3, 2003Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Lee A. Pavelka, David L. Bergeson, Eugene H. Carlson, Deana A. Klein, Susan T. Chrysler
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Publication number: 20030100637Abstract: This invention provides encapsulated type fluorescent retroreflective sheeting which is excellent in appearance and weatherability, and which comprises a surface-protective layer disposed on the side on which light is to strike, a binder layer connected to the surface-protective layer through network bonding parts, an air layer which is sealed-up by the network bonding parts between the surface-protective layer and the binder layer, and a retroreflective element layer disposed between the surface-protective layer and the air layer, or between the binder layer and the air layer, wherein at least one layer located on the light-incident side of sealed-up air layer contains at least one fluorescent dye selected from the group consisting of benzimidazole coumarin type-fluorescent dyes of formula (1) as follows: 1Type: ApplicationFiled: December 7, 2001Publication date: May 29, 2003Inventors: Ikuo Mimura, Akihiro Matsuda, Takashi Yoshioka
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Patent number: 6552110Abstract: The subject invention pertains to thermoplastic marking compositions comprising a binder, which in turn comprise at least one homogeneous polymer. Accordingly, the subject invention provides a thermoplastic marking composition comprising: (a) from 10 to 80 weight percent of a binder, which in turn comprises: (i) from 1 to 99 weight percent of at least one homogeneous polymer; (ii) from 5 to 70 weight percent of at least one tackifier; (iii) from 0 to 10 weight percent of a polyethylene which has pendant acid functionality moieties of a non-functionalized wax; and (iv) from 0 to 20 weight percent of a plasticizer; and (b) from 20 to 90 weight percent of an inorganic filler. The subject formulations are usefully applied via spray, screed, and extrusion techniques.Type: GrantFiled: June 12, 2000Date of Patent: April 22, 2003Assignees: Dow Global Technologies Inc., Nor-SkiltInventors: Selim Yalvac, Teresa Karjala, Robert A. Dubois, Mark W. Murphy, Stein Dietrichson, Bjorn Nossen, Ingvild J. B. Stene
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Publication number: 20030065053Abstract: This invention relates generally to linear tetrablock copolymer compositions and their use in road marking applications. These tetrablock copolymers contain polystyrene, polyisoprene and polybutadiene components. Road marking compounds prepared from these copolymers further contain a hydrocarbon resin.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2002Publication date: April 3, 2003Inventors: Roger Robert Delme, Jacques Bernard Lechat, Chantal Mathilde Martin
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Patent number: 6528186Abstract: Laminar body comprising a substrate and, applied thereto on one or both sides, at least one layer containing an enamel, wherein the layer or layers containing an enamel contains/contain at least one phosphor.Type: GrantFiled: August 30, 1999Date of Patent: March 4, 2003Assignee: Honeywell International Inc.Inventors: Annett Bretschneider, Wolfgang Kuhn, Jurgen Wieczoreck, Andreas Winterfeldt
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Publication number: 20030036585Abstract: A pavement marking composition, methods of applying, and pavement markings produced therefrom. The composition is a two-part coating composition having an amine component including one or more aspartic ester amines and optionally one or more amine-functional coreactants, an isocyanate component including one or more polyisocyanates, and material selected from the group of fillers, extenders, pigments, and combinations thereof.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 13, 2002Publication date: February 20, 2003Applicant: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Mark D. Purgett, David C. May, Mark D. Zender, Daniel J. Willie, Thomas R. Borden
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Patent number: 6521718Abstract: A pavement marking composition comprises (a) a polyfunctional ethylenically unsaturated polymer selected from the group consisting of polyfunctional ethylenically unsaturated polyurethanes, polyureas, polythiocarbamates, polythiocarbamateurethanes, polythiocarbamateureas, and polyurethaneureas comprising at least one chain extender-derived segment and at least one polycarbonate, polyether, or polyester segment; and (b) at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer. The composition can be easily applied, cures in a reasonable amount of time at any of a wide range of commonly-encountered temperatures, and provides pavement markings that exhibit both improved cold impact resistance and improved wear resistance.Type: GrantFiled: June 13, 2001Date of Patent: February 18, 2003Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Siegfried Rainer Goeb, Anja Christina Rohmann
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Publication number: 20020165294Abstract: A method of detecting the quality or damage and/or deterioration of a coating when applied to a clean surface, the coating (6) consisting essentially of a paint into which is mixed a luminescent pigment additive which is less than 10% by weight, the luminescent additive being much less than that used for known luminescent paints where the level of luminescent pigment is as much as 45%. The coating (6) is illuminated by means of a projector (4) with ultraviolet light; the coating then being viewed for gaps or variations in the intensity of the luminescence of the image. The image is then preferably digitally recorded for detailed analysis and subsequent reference. The coating and method are advantageously used on surfaces which are difficult to view, such as ships' ballast tanks or tall structures such as bridges.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2002Publication date: November 7, 2002Inventors: William Robert Cooper, Howard Mitchell Jess
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Patent number: 6451874Abstract: A pavement marking composition, methods of applying, and pavement markings produced therefrom. The composition is a two-part coating composition having an amine component including one or more aspartic ester amines and optionally one or more amine-functional coreactants, an isocyanate component including one or more polyisocyanates, and material selected from the group of fillers, extenders, pigments, and combinations thereof.Type: GrantFiled: October 27, 2000Date of Patent: September 17, 2002Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Mark D. Purgett, David C. May, Mark D. Zender, Daniel J. Willie, Thomas R. Borden
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Publication number: 20020102389Abstract: The present invention relates to a laminate and an article comprising a retroreflective layer having a retroreflective viewing surface and an opposing surface and a tear resistant film disposed on the retroreflective layer. The finished article is preferably flexible and suitable for use as roll-up signs, flags, banners and other retroreflective articles requiring similar flexibility including other traffic warning and personal safety items.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2000Publication date: August 1, 2002Inventors: Steven M. Nielsen, Raymond L. Lucking, John W. Frank, James E. Lasch, Gregg A. Patnode
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Patent number: 6420449Abstract: A resin composition comprises a thermoplastic resin, a non-terpene-series higher fatty acid or a derivative thereof and a black pigment. As the higher fatty acid or derivative thereof, use can be made of, for example, a saturated higher fatty acid having about 12 to 30 carbon atoms or a metal salt thereof. As the thermoplastic resin, use can be made of, for example, an acrylic resin A and a styrenic resin B. As the black dye or pigment, use can be made of, for example, carbon black. The resin composition may contain a dye or pigment such as titanium oxide. A clearly defined white marking is developed on the above resin composition by laser irradiation.Type: GrantFiled: September 11, 2000Date of Patent: July 16, 2002Assignee: Daicel Chemical Industries, Ltd.Inventors: Hiroshi Sagane, Shinichiro Imanishi, Katsuhiko Sumida
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Publication number: 20020090515Abstract: The present invention relates to optical elements comprising fluorochemical surface treatments. The invention further relates to materials such as retroreflective sheetings, pavement markings and beaded projection screens comprising a binder and the surface treated optical elements. The fluorochemical surface treatment is substantially free of perfluoroalkyl groups having more than four carbon atoms. Preferably, the surface treatment is a polyfluoropolyether-based compound comprising at least one polar group or polar group-containing organic radical.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 24, 2001Publication date: July 11, 2002Applicant: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Mark J. Pellerite, Susannah C. Clear, Cheryl L. Elsbernd, Richard M. Flynn, George Van Dyke Tiers, Naiyong Jing
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Patent number: 6376574Abstract: The invention relates to a fast hardening aqueous coating composition comprising from about 95 to about 99 weight percent of an anionically stabilized aqueous emulsion of a copolymer having a Tg of from about 0° C. to about 40° C., the copolymer containing two or more ethylenically unsaturated monomers, wherein from 0 to about 4 weight percent of the monomers are &agr;,&bgr;-ethylenically unsaturated aliphatic carboxylic acid monomers; from about 0.2 to about 5 weight percent of a polyimine having a molecular weight of from about 250 to about 20,000; and from about 0.2 to about 5 weight percent of a volatile base, wherein the composition has a pH from about 8 to about 11, and wherein a cast film of the composition has a hardening rate measurement rating of at least 5 within 20 minutes after casting under ambient conditions of temperature up to 30° C. and relative humidity no less than 50 percent.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2000Date of Patent: April 23, 2002Assignee: The Dow Chemical CompanyInventors: Bradley J. Helmer, James W. Young, Jr.
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Patent number: 6359029Abstract: Binders for road-marking paints, comprising a (meth)acrylate copolymer A and one or more olefinincally unsaturated monomers B which can be cured by adding free-radical initiators C, wherein the binders have mass fractions of from 20 to 80% of the (meth)acrylate copolymer A and from 80 to 20% of the olefinically unsaturated monomers B, where the (meth)acrylate copolymers A are obtainable by reacting, mass fractions of, from 10 to 50% of compounds A1 selected from the group consisting of from 10 to 50% of compounds A1 selected from the group consisting of monoexpoxides, lactones and lactams having from 4 to 18 carbon atoms, from 1 to 25% of olefinically unsaturated monomers A2 which contain at least one acid group selected from the group consisting of carboxyl groups, sulfonic acid groups and phosphonic acid groups, from 5 to 70% of methacylates A3 of linear, branched or cyclic alchohols having from 1 to 20 carbon atoms, from 2 to 84% of acrylates A4 of linear, branched or cyclic alcohols having from 2 to 2Type: GrantFiled: June 21, 2000Date of Patent: March 19, 2002Assignee: Solutia Resins GmbHInventors: Ingo Kriessmann, Gerfried Klintschar, Ulrich Epple, Adolf Labenbacher
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Publication number: 20020028868Abstract: A thermoplastic resin composition that contains a thermoplastic resin and up to about 30 parts by weight of appearance modifying additives dispersed in the resin, wherein the additives include at least 0.05 parts by weight of metallic particles having an average particle size of from 0.05 to 5 millimeters, at least 0.05 parts by weight of a fiber having an average diameter of from 0.1 to 10 millimeters and an average aspect ratio of from 1:2 to 1:10 and at least 0.05 parts by weight of a mineral particle having an average particle size of from 0.1 and 5 millimeters imparts the appearance of natural stone to articles molded therefrom.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 24, 1998Publication date: March 7, 2002Inventors: JACOBUS JOHANNES MARIA BRASSER, JOHANNES BERNARDUS MARIA SPRONK
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Patent number: 6350823Abstract: A pavement marking composition comprises (a) a polyfunctional ethylenically unsaturated polymer selected from the group consisting of polyfunctional ethylenically unsaturated polyurethanes, polyureas, polythiocarbamates, polythiocarbamateurethanes, polythiocarbamateureas, and polyurethaneureas comprising at least one chain extender-derived segment and at least one polycarbonate, polyether, or polyester segment; and (b) at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer. The composition can be easily applied, cures in a reasonable amount of time at any of a wide range of commonly-encountered temperatures, and provides pavement markings that exhibit both improved cold impact resistance and improved wear resistance.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 1998Date of Patent: February 26, 2002Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Siegfried Rainer Goeb, Anja Christina Rohmann
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Patent number: 6277437Abstract: The invention relates to a fast hardening aqueous coating composition comprising from about 95 to about 99 weight percent of an anionically stabilized aqueous emulsion of a copolymer having a Tg of from about 0° C. to about 40° C., the copolymer containing two or more ethylenically unsaturated monomers, wherein from 0 to about 4 weight percent of the monomers are &agr;,&bgr;-ethylenically unsaturated aliphatic carboxylic acid monomers; from about 0.2 to about 5 weight percent of a polyimine having a molecular weight of from about 250 to about 20,000; and from about 0.2 to about 5 weight percent of a volatile base, wherein the composition has a pH from about 8 to about 11, and wherein a cast film of the composition has a hardening rate measurement rating of at least 5 within 20 minutes after casting under ambient conditions of temperature up to 30° C. and relative humidity no less than 50 percent.Type: GrantFiled: May 8, 2000Date of Patent: August 21, 2001Assignee: The Dow Chemical CompanyInventors: Bradley J. Helmer, James W. Young, Jr.
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Patent number: 6228901Abstract: This invention relates to a method of producing traffic producing wear resistant traffic markings on road surfaces and to the traffic paint used therein. When a traffic paint containing a highly hydrophobic polymer, which is free from styrene is utilized, a wear resistant traffic marking is produced.Type: GrantFiled: April 5, 1999Date of Patent: May 8, 2001Assignee: Rohm and Haas CompanyInventors: Ward Thomas Brown, Ann Robertson Hermes
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Patent number: 6225371Abstract: The invention relates to pavements for thoroughfares and related safety and/or marking elements having enhanced reflective properties, comprising 10 to 80% by weight of glass debris which contains at least 10% by weight of essentially reflective glass debris less than 20 mm in size. It also relates to a composition for such thoroughfare pavements or related elements. The invention applies more particularly to the construction of thoroughfares such as roads, cycle tracks, walkways, etc. or related elements such as concrete crash barriers, curbs of pedestrian pavements, bollards, etc.Type: GrantFiled: November 17, 1999Date of Patent: May 1, 2001Assignee: ColasInventor: Bense Prerre
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Patent number: 6217252Abstract: Flame-spray transportation surface marking method employing a binder material selected from the group consisting of acrylic polymers and copolymers, olefin polymers and copolymers having a number average molecular weight greater than about 10,000, urethane polymers and copolymers, curable epoxy resins, ester polymers and copolymers, and blends thereof, together with a particulate topcoat or particulate filler selected from the group consisting of reflective elements, skid-resistant particles, magnetizable particles, and mixtures thereof, wherein the binder adheres directly to the transportation surface.Type: GrantFiled: August 11, 1998Date of Patent: April 17, 2001Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Howard R. Tolliver, Suman K. Patel, Thomas V. Kusilek, Nagraj Koneripalli
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Patent number: 6211260Abstract: A photocurable paint composition for road markings is disclosed, comprising (A) a compound having an ethylenically unsaturated group, (B) a filler, (C) a cationic dye represented by formula (1): D+&Circlesolid;A1− (1) (wherein D+ represents a cation having an absorption maximum wavelength in the wavelength region of from 400 to 1,200 nm, and A1− represents an optional anion), (D) a quaternary organic borate-type sensitizer represented by formula (2): (wherein R1, R2, R3 and R4 each independently represents an alkyl group, an aryl group, an aralkyl group, an alkenyl group, an alkynyl group, a silyl group, a heterocyclic group or a halogen atom, and Z+ represents an optional cation) and (E) an ultraviolet radical polymerization initiator capable of generating a radical upon absorption of light at a wavelength of 400 nm or less, or additionally comprising (F) glass beads.Type: GrantFiled: November 4, 1998Date of Patent: April 3, 2001Assignee: Showa Denko K.K.Inventors: Kenichi Nakamura, Hirotoshi Kamata, Toshio Koshikawa, Shuichi Sugita
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Patent number: 6207742Abstract: A two-component aqueous composition for thick horizontal markings on roads or other traffic areas is disclosed. One component includes a drying-accelerated binder, pigments, pulverulent fillers and additives, while the other component includes coarse fillers. The composition is very high solids and fast drying without the cracking, smearing, and dirt adhesion typical of thick film traffic markings.Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 1997Date of Patent: March 27, 2001Assignee: Rohm and Haas CompanyInventor: Peter-Christian Boldt
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Patent number: 6194486Abstract: Adding a quantity of metallic shot or particles of other materials having a high dielectric constant to the thermoplastic paint in the mixing pot of ordinary roadway marker fixation equipment, which extrudes the paint and applies same to the roadway surface, enhances the MMW radiometric visibility of the marker without adverse effect to the affixation equipment. Vehicles containing MMW radiometers directed down toward the roadway surface moves along the roadway surface is able to automatically sense microwave/millimeter wave energy from a marker in the vehicles path. In one system, the sensed energy is used in conjunction with other apparatus to assist to guide the vehicle within a traffic lane. In another system, the sensed energy is decoded and displayed as pertinent information for the vehicle's driver.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 1997Date of Patent: February 27, 2001Assignee: TRW Inc.Inventors: M. Larry Yujiri, Bruce I. Hauss, Bill H. Quon, James E. Eninger
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Patent number: 6166106Abstract: A pavement marking composition, methods of applying, and pavement markings produced therefrom. The composition is a two-part coating composition having an amine component including one or more aspartic ester amines and optionally one or more amine-functional coreactants, an isocyanate component including one or more polyisocyanates, and material selected from the group of fillers, extenders, pigments, and combinations thereof.Type: GrantFiled: June 12, 1998Date of Patent: December 26, 2000Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Mark D. Purgett, David C. May, Mark D. Zender, Daniel J. Willie, Thomas R. Borden
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Patent number: 6153671Abstract: As an article of manufacture, particulate composites containing, in combination: particles of inorganic material, a component for conferring on the composites the capability of floating in a medium including one or more substance capable of forming a binder matrix, a component for conferring on the composites the capability of adherence to the binder matrix, and a component for conferring on the composites the capability of adherence of the flotation conferring to the inorganic material; their production; and their use in a binder matrix.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 1998Date of Patent: November 28, 2000Assignee: Potters Industries, Inc.Inventor: Robert A. Schleifstein
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Patent number: 6132132Abstract: A water-borne road marking paint is disclosed characterised in that incorporated within the paint are particles of a solid polymer or inorganic compound, which are capable of absorbing water. Preferred particles are ion exchange resin beads. Incorporation of such particles either during or immediately after application of the paint results in a substantial improvement in the speed of drying of the paint on the road.Type: GrantFiled: March 12, 1999Date of Patent: October 17, 2000Assignee: Rohm and Haas CompanyInventors: Marico Giuseppe Pirotta, Angelo Sanfilippo, Andrew Paul Trapani
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Patent number: 6107367Abstract: A thermoplastic traffic marking composition that includes resin(s) and at least two polyethylenes, the polyethylenes having a plurality of molecular weights, can be applied as a profiled traffic stripe within a temperature range of about 330.degree. F. to about 380.degree. F., to a road surface, while substantially retaining the profile in which it was applied.Type: GrantFiled: June 16, 1999Date of Patent: August 22, 2000Assignee: Jackson Products, Inc.Inventors: Richard M. Lazarus, Amelia M. Nucup
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Patent number: 6075079Abstract: The invention relates to a fast hardening aqueous coating composition comprising from about 95 to about 99 weight percent of an anionically stabilized aqueous emulsion of a copolymer having a Tg of from about 0.degree. C. to about 40.degree. C., the copolymer containing two or more ethylenically unsaturated monomers, wherein from 0 to about 4 weight percent of the monomers are .alpha.,.beta.-ethylenically unsaturated aliphatic carboxylic acid monomers; from about 0.2 to about 5 weight percent of a polyimine having a molecular weight of from about 250 to about 20,000; and from about 0.2 to about 5 weight percent of a volatile base, wherein the composition has a pH from about 8 to about 11, and wherein a cast film of the composition has a hardening rate measurement rating of at least 5 within 20 minutes after casting under ambient conditions of temperature up to 30.degree. C. and relative humidity no less than 50 percent.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 1997Date of Patent: June 13, 2000Assignee: The Dow Chemical CompanyInventors: Bradley J. Helmer, James W. Young, Jr.
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Patent number: 6063838Abstract: A pressure-sensitive adhesive comprising a blend of at least two components, wherein the first component is at least one pressure-sensitive adhesive and the second component is at least one thermoplastic material, wherein the components form a blended composition having more than one domain and, wherein one domain is substantially continuous (generally, the pressure-sensitive adhesive) and the other domain is substantially fibrillous to schistose (generally, the thermoplastic material). The second component can be (a) at least one thermoplastic elastomer, (b) at least one elastomer with a tackifying resin or (c) at least one elastomer.Type: GrantFiled: October 3, 1997Date of Patent: May 16, 2000Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties CompanyInventors: Gregg A. Patnode, Patrick D. Hyde
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Patent number: 6048915Abstract: A fast drying traffic paint which includes at least 0.1% by weight, based on the weight of the paint composition, of fibers is disclosed. The paint exhibits reduced cracking during drying.A method for reducing the degree of surface cracking in a fast drying traffic paint during drying is also disclosed. The method comprises incorporating into the paint at least 0.1% by weight, based on the weight of the paint composition, of fibers.Use of at least 0.1% by weight, based on the weight of the paint composition, of fibers in a fast drying traffic paint to reduce the degree of surface cracking during drying of the paint is also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: June 17, 1994Date of Patent: April 11, 2000Assignee: Rohm and Haas CompanyInventors: Guy Joseph Germain Clamen, Josef Hans Jilek, II, Angelo Sanfilippo, Andrew Paul Trapani
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Patent number: 6037398Abstract: SBR-SBS modified asphalt and aluminum compositions are especially adapted for cold application to roofs while providing more UV protection.Type: GrantFiled: March 24, 1998Date of Patent: March 14, 2000Assignee: Gardner Asphalt CorporationInventors: Michael L. Yap, Raymond T. Hyer, Barton J. Malina
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Patent number: 6036764Abstract: The present invention relates to a yellow pigment blend containing a) a yellow nickel titanate pigment, b) a yellow bismuth vanadate, and c) a yellow isoindolinone pigment, wherein a hardened pigmented article resulting from the blend is characterized according to the CIE tristimulus values system by having a value for Y of at least about 36, a value for x between 0.48 and 0.51 and a value for y between 0.44 and 0.47. The yellow pigment blend has very good heat resistance for hot melt application and very good lightfastness for long term durability.Type: GrantFiled: June 11, 1998Date of Patent: March 14, 2000Assignee: Ciba Specialty Chemicals CorporationInventors: Kim Diane Gooding, James Martin Delaney
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Patent number: 6017981Abstract: A coating material having reflective properties in two wavelength ranges and absorbent properties in a third wavelength range. The coating material comprises a binder, flaky first particles, and second particles. The binder has a transparency greater than 40% in the wavelength ranges of from 0.4 to 0.7 .mu.m and from 10 to 50 .mu.m and a refractive index n in the wavelength ranges less than 2.0. The coating material comprises from 20 to 30 percent by weight, based on the wet weight of the coating material, of the flaky first particles. The flaky first particles have a thickness less than 10 .mu.m and a surface area (length.times.width) greater than 100 .mu.m.sup.2 and a reflectivity R greater than 40% in the wavelength range of from 10 to 50 .mu.m. The second particles at least partially overlap the first particles. The second particles have a transparency greater than 40% only in the wavelength ranges of from 0.4 to 0.7 .mu.m and from 10 to 50 .mu.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 1997Date of Patent: January 25, 2000Inventor: Gerd Hugo