Abstract: The invention relates to a process for treating a metal alloy part, characterized in that it comprises the following steps: —producing a stock formulation by mixing, in equal molar parts of silicon, an alcoholic solution of hydrolysed epoxysilane and an alcoholic solution of hydrolysed aminosilane, —mixing the stock formulation with a suspension comprising conductive nanowires in an amount by weight of between 0.1% and 10% relative to the total weight of the stock formulation in order to obtain a dilute formulation, and —depositing the dilute formulation on the part in order to obtain the coating.

Abstract: The present invention provides, among other things, compositions with at least one dry-erase characteristic and methods thereof. In some embodiments, provided paint composition comprising a resin part comprising an epoxy, a polysiloxane and an organooxysilane; and a cure part comprising one or more amino-silanes; the resin part and the cure part being designed and selected such that, when combined together, they cure to form a clear surface coating that demonstrates at least one dry-erase characteristic, wherein the composition is substantially free of any opacifying agent or pigment.

Abstract: The present invention provides, among other things, compositions with at least one dry-erase characteristic and methods thereof. In some embodiments, provided paint composition comprising a resin part comprising an epoxy, a polysiloxane and an organooxysilane; and a cure part comprising one or more amino-silanes; the resin part and the cure part being designed and selected such that, when combined together, they cure to form a surface coating that demonstrates at least one dry-erase characteristic.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are epoxy-based compositions that include a polysiloxane flexibilizer and amino-functional alkoxysilane, which provides flexibility, hardness and gloss to such compositions and that are useful as coatings, adhesives, sealants and composites. Also disclosed are cured compositions and substrates coated with such epoxy-based compositions.

Abstract: A coating/sealant system that includes a coating and a sealant deposited over at least a portion of the coating, in which the coating includes a reaction product formed from reactants comprising a phosphated epoxy resin and a curing agent, and the sealant includes a sulfur-containing polymer.

Abstract: A coating/sealant system that includes a coating and a sealant deposited over at least a portion of the coating, in which the coating includes a reaction product formed from reactants comprising a phosphated epoxy resin and a curing agent, and the sealant includes a sulfur-containing polymer.

Abstract: A curing agent for epoxy resin, and a coating composition using the curing agent curing agent that delivers excellent recoatability and overcoatability after a long time exposure. (A) An epoxy curing agent that is derived by adduction between amide-type reactants from polyamine compounds comprising from 25-75 mol % of a polyoxyalkylene-polyamine and carboxylic acids or a mixture thereof and glycidyl ether compound; (B) An epoxy curing agent of the mixture of (B1) amide-type reactants prepared through polyoxyalkylene-polyamine and carboxylic acids or a mixture thereof, and (B2) a reactant is derived by adduction between other aliphatic polyamines or a mixture thereof and glycidyl ether compound. Coating composition comprising the epoxy curing agent of the above described A or B.

Abstract: This composition comprises, in water: (A) at least one adhesion promoter bearing at least one amine functional group and/or at least one epoxy functional group; (B) at least one monomer and/or at least one prepolymer intended to form a polymer system capable of reacting covalently with the amine and/or epoxy functional group(s) of the constituent (A); (C) at least one curing agent or crosslinker used in an amount equivalent to ±30 mol % of the stoichiometry of the constituent (B); the constituent (B) being present in the composition in an amount of 0.5 to 5% by weight, in particular in an amount of 1.5% by weight, expressed as solids in water; and the constituent (A) being present in an amount of 0.2 to 3 parts by weight per 100 parts by weight of the constituent (B).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel epoxy resin curing system comprising a cationic latent catalytic curing agent containing a hexafluoroantimonate, characterized by exhibiting no shrinkage of volume or inducing an expansion of volume during the curing reaction of the epoxy resin. By the use of the epoxy resin curing system comprising a cationic latent catalytic curing agent containing a hexafluoroantimonate, it is possible to inhibit the shrinkage of volume or to induce the expansion of volume during the curing reaction of the epoxy resin. The development of such curing systems made it possible to improve the dimensional stability and to remove the residual stress, which has caused problems for decades in the production of various molded articles. Furthermore, the curing systems according to the present invention have excellent adhesive properties, thereby making it possible to develop adhesives for accurate spatial infiltration.

Abstract: Aqueous curing agents for epoxy resin dispersions comprising mixtures, adducts and/or salts of partly esterified organic phosphoric acids A1 or partly esterified phosphonic acids A2 with organic amines B selected from the group consisting of epoxide-amine adducts B1, Mannich bases B2, polyaminoamides B3, and condensation products B4 of diamines or polyamines B42 with di- or polyhydroxyaromatics B41, their preparation and a method of use comprising mixing thereof with aqueous epoxy resin dispersions in particular for coating metals as corrosion protection

Abstract: The present invention relates to an electrodepositable coating composition having a resinous phase dispersed in an aqueous medium. The resinous phase includes (a) an ungelled, active hydrogen-containing, ionic salt group-containing resin; and (b) a curing agent reactive with the active hydrogens of the resin (a). The resinous phase has a covalently bonded halogen content based on total weight of resin solids present in the resinous phase such that when the composition is electrodeposited and cured, the cured film passes flame resistance testing in accordance with IPC-TM-650, and has a dielectric constant of less than or equal to 3.50. The invention also is directed to a method for forming a dielectric coating on an electroconductive substrate using the electrodepositable coating composition, as well as to a substrate coated with the electrodepositable composition.

Abstract: An aqueous paint composition comprising: (i) an aqueous dispersion obtained by neutralizing with a neutralizing agent a hydrolytic condensation reaction product of (a) 100 parts by weight of an organosilane of the formula (1) R1nSi(OR2)4-n, wherein R1 is a C1-8 organic group, R2 is a C1-5 alkyl group, and n is 1 or 2, and/or its partially hydrolyzed condensate, with (b) from 5 to 200 parts by weight of a silyl group-containing vinyl resin having hydrolyzable silyl groups or silyl groups having silicon atoms bonded to hydroxyl groups and having an acid value of from 20 to 150 mgKOH/g, and adding water thereto, (ii) an amino group-containing alkoxysilane compound, and (iii) an epoxy group-containing compound.

Abstract: A curing agent for epoxy resins, the curing agent containing as an active ingredient a compound represented by the formula (1) or a salt thereof and an amine compound or a salt thereof, the curing agent being characterized in that at least one of the compound represented by the formula (1) and the amine compound is a salt of thiocyanic acid; and an epoxy resin composition having the curing agent incorporated therein: NH2N(R1)(R2)  (1) wherein R1 and R2 are the same or different and each represents alkyl having 1 to 8 carbon atoms, aryl, a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic group or when taken together, represents alkylene having 2 to 11 carbon atoms or a group represented by —R3—R4—R5— wherein R3 and R5 are the same or different and each represents alkylene having 1 to 8 carbon atoms, and R4 is an oxygen atom, a sulfur atom or a group ═NR6 or ═NNH2, wherein R6 is a hydrogen atom or alkyl having 1 to 8 carbon atoms.

Abstract: A heat curable, a one-component epoxy protective or decorative coating or adhesive composition comprising an epoxy resin, dicyandiamide latent heat activated curing agent and an accelerator for the dicyandiamide curing agent characterized in that an imidazole phosphate salt is the accelerator.

Abstract: A heat-curable resin composition comprising a multifunctional epoxy resin monomer and a heat-latent curing agent of formula (I) provides a cured epoxy resin having good thermal and dimensional stability: ##STR1## wherein: R is hydrogen, a C.sub.1-4 alkyl or C.sub.1-4 alkoxy group.

Abstract: An electrodepositable composition that has: (A) an active hydrogen-containing cationic resin, electrodepositable on a cathode, having: (1) a polyepoxide; (2) an oxygen-substituted diamine compound having the following formula: ##STR1## where n is an integer from 2 to 4; and where R.sup.1 or R.sup.2 are the same or different and either one or both contain at least one oxygen and are alkyl, cycloalkyl, substituted alkyl, or substituted cycloalkyl having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms, or R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are alkanol groups having from 2 to 6 carbon atoms, or R.sup.1, R.sup.2, and the N atom form a cyclic group which is substituted or unsubstituted such as morpholine and 1-(3-aminopropyl) imidazole; and (B) at least partially blocked isocyanate or polyisocyanate curing agent. The diamine compound of Formula I can be used alone or in conjunction with one or more secondary amines, nonhydroxy group containing amines and/or amines with ring structures.

Abstract: An improved aqueous electrocoating composition that contains an anticrater agent which is a reaction product of polyoxyalkylene diamine and glycidoxy alkyl alkoxy silane which is hydrolyzed and has a number average molecular weight of about 700-5,000; electrodeposited finishes are formed that have a significant reduction in craters and are smooth and even finishes.

Abstract: An electrodepositable composition that has: (A) an active hydrogen-containing cationic resin, electrodepositable on a cathode, having: (1) a polyepoxide; (2) an oxygen-substituted diamine compound having the following formula: ##STR1## where n is an integer from 2 to 4; and where R.sup.1 or R.sup.2 are the same or different and either one or both contain at least one oxygen and are alkyl, cycloalkyl, substituted alkyl, or substituted cycloalkyl having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms, or R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are alkanol groups having from 2 to 6 carbon atoms, or R.sup.1, R.sup.2, and the N atom form a cyclic group which is substituted or unsubstituted such as morpholine and 1-(3-aminopropyl) imidazole; and (B) at least partially blocked isocyanate or polyisocyanate curing agent. The diamine compound of Formula I can be used alone or in conjunction with one or more secondary amines, nonhydroxy group containing amines and/or amines with ring structures.

Abstract: Epoxy-polysiloxane polymer compositions of this invention are prepared by combining a resin component with a hardener component. The resin component comprises a non-aromatic epoxy resin ingredient and a polysiloxane ingredient. The hardener component comprises an amine and optionally an organotin catalyst. The composition can also include aggregates, pigments, and other additives depending on the particular end use. The composition is prepared using a sufficient amount of water to promote hydrolysis of the polysiloxane and the polycondensation of the silanols produced by such hydrolysis. In its cured form, the epoxy-polysiloxane composition exists as a uniformly dispersed arrangement of linear epoxy chain fragments that are cross-linked with a continuous polysiloxane polymer chain, thereby forming a non-interpenetrating polymer network chemical structure that has substantial advantages over conventional epoxy systems.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for providing a conversion coating to a metal surface are provided. The methods comprise applying to a metal surface an aqueous composition comprising a diglycidyl ether of Bisphenol A, a fluoroacid, and a silicon compound containing a hydrolyzable group.

Abstract: An improved aqueous electrocoating composition that contains an anticrater agent which is a reaction product of polyoxyalkylene diamine and isocyanto alkyl alkoxy silane which is hydrolyzed and has a number average molecular weight of about 2,000-5,000; electrodeposited finishes are formed that have a significant reduction in craters and are smooth and even finishes.

Abstract: An improved aqueous electrocoating composition that contains an anticrater agent which is a reaction product of polyoxyalkylene diamine and glycidoxy alkyl alkoxy silane which is hydrolyzed and has a number average molecular weight of about 700-5,000; electrodeposited finishes are formed that have a significant reduction in craters and are smooth and even finishes.

Abstract: A heat ablative coating composition is prepared by combining an epoxy silane resin, an epoxy resin, a silicone intermediate, a silicon-modified polyether, an aminosilane, at least one organometallic catalyst, at least one organic solvent, water, at least one filler, optional nonsilicon-containing amine catalyst, and optional pigments and thixotropic agents. The heat ablative coating composition is applied to a substrate to form a film having a build thickness in the range of from about 0.1 to 0.5 inches that is capable of curing at ambient outdoor temperature in about seven days, depending on ambient conditions. The heat ablative film so formed is designed to undergo a slow thermal decomposition when exposed to high temperature conditions without igniting or causing excessive smoke, and is designed to have good thermal conductivity to protect the underlying substrate from thermal decomposition.

Abstract: The invention provides a water-based coating composition in two pack form comprising:i) in a first pack a substantially non-aqueous solution of a silicon-containing polymer which is soluble in water miscible organic solvents and essentially soluble in aqueous media, the silicon groups on the polymer being of formula (1):--SiR.sup.1.sub.a R.sub.3-a (1)in which a is 0 to 2, R.sup.1 is Cl-6 alkyl and R is OH or a hydrolysable group, andii) in a second pack a polymer in dispersion in an aqueous liquid carrier for the composition,where the non-volatile binder solids content of the composition is at least 5% by weight and the molar concentration of silicon in the composition is greater than 0 and less than 0.5.

Abstract: A sprayable, trowelable epoxy polysiloxane based coating and flooring composition exhibiting excellent weatherability in sunlight and superior chemical, corrosion and impact resistance after curing is made up of: (a) a resin component which includes a non-aromatic epoxy resin having at least two 1,2-epoxy groups per molecule; a polysiloxane and an organooxysilane; (b) an difunctional aminosilane hardener component; (c) an organotin catalyst; and (d) an aggregate or pigment component. Organic solvents and flow modifying agents may be added to facilitate spray application. The resin component, hardener component, aggregate component and desired catalysts are combined in the presence of a sufficient amount of water to promote the hydrolysis of polysiloxane and/or organooxysilane and the polycondensation of the silanols produced by such hydrolysis. The aminosilane and epoxide resin react to form a cured linear epoxy polymer.

Abstract: A simplified aqueous sizing composition utilizing a variety of components achieves improved stability, wettability and strength characteristics. The composition utilizes one or more aqueous, soluble, dispersible or emulsifiable bisphenol A type polyester film forming polymers with an epoxy containing film forming copolymer compatible with and soluble in the matrix polymer. One or more organo-silane coupling agents are also utilized. The sizing composition preferably includes a single nonionic surfactant in conjunction with a cationic amidated polyamine lubricant. One or more anti-static agents, generally cationic organic quaternary ammonium salts having one or more alkoxy moieties, are utilized in an effective anti-static amount. An anti-foaming agent may also be utilized for the prevention or suppression of foam during the mixing process. The improved stability and wettability characteristics of the aqueous sizing composition are preferably achieved through the use of a single epoxidized surfactant.

Abstract: Disclosed is a liquid epoxy resin composition comprising (A) a liquid epoxy resin, (B) a dimethylpolysiloxane having epoxy groups at its both ends, and (C) a dispersing agent comprising the reaction product of (C-1) a dimethylpolysiloxane having amino groups or carboxyl groups reactive with epoxy resins at its side chains or both ends and having phenyl groups or polyether groups for improving its compatibility with epoxy resins at its side chains, and (C-2) an epoxy resin having the same structure as the component (A). The composition has a reduced internal stress, while maintaining the heat resistance intrinsic to epoxy resins, and has excellent resistance, crack resistance and heat shock resistance.

Abstract: Self-crosslinking preparation made from water, alkoxysiline compounds containing perfluoroalkyl groups, compounds soluble in water or emulsifiable or dispersible in water containing perfluoroalkyl groups and optionally further constituents, which preparations are storage stable and suited for the protection of glass, stony material, textiles, leather and paper.

Abstract: This invention provides a dispersion composition comprising (a) water and (b) a silylated epoxy resin prepared by reacting (i) a silane having at least two silicon atoms each bearing at least one hydrolyzable group and attached to a secondary amine by a hydrocarbon and (ii) a resin containing at least two epoxy groups and methods of using the dispersion.

Abstract: Described herein is a primer composition which comprises a solution or dispersion of: (a) about 2 percent to about 30 percent by weight of a film-forming resin; (b) about 2 percent to about 80 percent by weight of a reaction product of an epoxy silane and an amino silane, wherein the amino silane contains at least two amine groups per molecule, which is prepared by (1) contacting an amino silane and epoxy silane in amounts such that the molar ratio of epoxy silane to amino silane in the reaction mixture is less than about 1.8:1.0 and then (2) adding additional epoxy silane to the reaction mixture so that the molar ratio of epoxy silane to amino silane is at least about 2:1 in a volatile solvent. It has been discovered that the primer of the invention enhances the bonding of a non-porous substrate, such as glass, to a second substrate, particularly when used in conjunction with a "fast cure" adhesive comprised of an isocyanate-functional prepolymer and dimorpholinodiethyl ether.

Abstract: Cationically electrodepositable (gelled) fine particles using, as the base, an epoxy resin-amine adduct having hydrolysable alkoxysilane groups, and a cationic electrodeposition paint composition comprising said fine particles. Said fine particles give a paint film having excellent corrosion resistance and are useful as a rheology-controlling agent for cationic electrodeposition paint. Said electrodeposition paint composition has an excellent edge-covering property, and a paint film formed therewith on an article to be coated can give improved corrosion resistance to the edges of said article and has good surface smoothness.

Abstract: A cationic finely divided polymeric microgel dispersed in an aqueous medium for use in cationic electrocoating compositions of a epoxy terminated polyepoxy hydroxy ether resin being end capped with a ketimine, a primary amine, secondary amine or mixtures thereof and amino siloxane to provide silanol groups and amino groups; the amino groups of the polymeric microgel being neutralized with an acid to form cationic groups for water dispersibility and the silanol groups being condensed with hydroxy groups of the resins and other silanol groups of the resin thereby forming a crosslinked microgel.

Abstract: An improved aqueous electrocoating composition that contains an anticrater agent which is a reaction product of poly epoxy hydroxy ether resin, polyoxyalkylene diamine and an amino, glycidyl or isocyanate functional alkyl alkoxy silane having a number average molecular weight of about 1,000-6,000; electrodeposited finishes are formed that have a significant reduction in craters and are smooth and even finishes.

Abstract: A series of oligomeric adducts of diols and diepoxides are disclosed which are precursors of amine resins for use in electrodeposition coatings. The adducts are epoxide-alcohol addition products of a polyaromatic and/or a mono-aromatic diol and a polyaromatic bis-glycidyl ether, and/or a monoaromatic bis-glycidyl ether and/or an alkoxy arylene bis-glycidyl ether, thioether or amine. The coatings which include amine resin, cross linking agent, grind resin and pigment exhibit excellent corrosion resistance.

Abstract: A resin composition for a cationically electrodepositable paint comprising(A) a resin having hydroxyl groups and cationic groups,(B) an epoxy resin having at least 2 epoxy functional groups each of which comprises an epoxy group directly bound to an alicyclic ring and/or bridged alicyclic ring on average per molecule, and(C) a finely divided gelled polymer as principal components, wherein said finely divided gelled polymer is obtained by emulsion polymerizing(C-1) a polymerizable monomer containing at least two radically polymerizable unsaturated groups in the molecule, and(C-2) a radically polymerizable unsaturated monomer other than the one mentioned in (C-1), abovein the presence of a reactive emulsifier containing an allyl group in the molecule.

Abstract: Silane polymer coating compositions which have excellent bonding properties for metallic surfaces and which make such surfaces highly resistant to corrosion. The compositions are formed by anhydrously reacting an epoxy trialkoxy silane with a primary amino trialkoxy silane in a stoichiometric molar ratio which provides one epoxy group for reacton with each primary amino hydrogen site to form the silane polymer coating composition. The composition is applied to the metal surface, and is hydrolyzed and dehydrated in situ to crosslink thereon and bond to the surface to form the corrosion-resistant coating.

Abstract: Process for producing novel water-base coating compositions and for applying such compositions to metal surfaces to render them corrosion-resistant, comprising reacting an epoxy trialkoxy silane with a primary aminotrialkoxy silane in a molar ratio providing one epoxy group for reaction with each primary amino hydrogen to form a hydrolyzable siloxane precursor coating composition which is solubilized, such as by the presence of a volatile organic weak acid and hydrolyzing said precursor compound in situ on a metallic surface to form a silanol precursor compound which is bonded to a metallic surface and is simultaneously cross-linked with itself and/or with external crosslinking agents under dehydration conditions to form a corrosion-resistant conversion coating or bonding coating having exceptional durability.

Abstract: A process for the production of cationic paint binders which are particularly suitable for formulating pigment pastes for cathodically depositable electrocoating paints is described. The paint binders produced according to the invention are modified epoxy resin-amine adducts which contain organically-chemically bonded titanium. The cured paint films provide excellent corrosion protection on non-pretreated sheet steel even in the absence of lead-containing compounds and/or lead pigments.

Abstract: The invention relates to cathodic water-dilutable binders which contain primary amino groups neutralized with acids and introduced via ketimine groups. The binders have been prepared by reacting(A) a synthetic resin containing epoxy groups with(B) at least one compound which, in addition to a mercapto group which is reactive toward epoxy groups, also possesses at least one ketimine group, and, if required,(C) other modifying compounds, such as, for example, monocarboxylic acids and/or other primary and/or secondary amines,and have then been neutralized with an acid.

Abstract: Cathodically depositable electrodeposition paints contain binder combinations of cationic film-forming resins with organic titanium compounds which are obtained by reacting tetraalkyl orthotitanates or titanium acetyl acetonates with NH-functional .beta.-hydroxyalkylamine compounds, subsequently reacting with formaldehyde and with removal of the alcohol and/or acetyl acetone formed. The stoved paint films exhibit an excellent anti-corrosion effect on non-pretreated sheet steel.

Abstract: Water-soluble dyes are loaded on polymer microparticles having a particle size of 0.01 to 50 microns. The carrier polymer microparticles are produced by emulsion polymerizing a mixture of at least one monofunctional monomer with a crosslinking monomer in the presence of a polymerizable amino acid derivative or a hydrophilic oligomer having a plurality of amphoionic groups. Water-soluble dyes are added to the resulting emulsion. Color-loaded polymer microparticles are obtained by removing water from the emulsion followed by resuspending in an organic solvent.

Abstract: A novel aqueous dispersion type resin composition obtained by the method comprising polymerizing at least one .alpha.,.beta.-ethylenically unsaturated monomer in an aqueous medium containing a water soluble resin with an amphoionic group of the formula ##STR1## (in which R and Y are defined in the specification) and in the presence of an organic initiator, the solid weight ratio of said water soluble resin to said monomer being, 10:90 to 90:10. The aqueous coating composition based on said resin composition is excellent in storage stability, application characteristics and capable of resulting a coating with excellent film properties.

Abstract: Aqueous solutions containing an epoxy resin in which epoxy groups have been replaced with a group M.sup.+ [--CH(OH)--CH.sub.2 --X--Ar--NH--C(O)--Q--C(O)--O].sup.- in which M is an alkali metal or onium ion, Q an organic bridging group having 2-3 carbon atoms in the bridge, Ar is arylene, X is S, O, NH, N-alkyl, SO.sub.2 NH or SO.sub.2 N-allyl, and preparation thereof by reacting an N-substituted imide with an epxoy resin and reacting the adduct thus formed with a base in the presence of water.

Abstract: A resinous emulsion is prepared by copolymerizing .alpha.,.beta.-ethylenically unsaturated monomers and a crosslinking monomer which is at least difunctional, in an aqueous medium in the presence of a resin having an amphoionic group of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R represents substituted or unsubstituted C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkylene or phenylene and Y is --COOH or --SO.sub.3 H, or in the presence of a resin having the above said amphoionic group and a polymerizable .alpha.,.beta.-unsaturated bonding. The thus obtained emulsion is useful for the obtainment of crosslinked polymer microparticles to be incorporated in a high solid coating composition or for the preparation of aqueous coating composition because of having contained no harmful emulsifier or surfactant.

Abstract: Primary or secondary amino substituted hindered phosphites of the formula ##STR1## are prepared by reaction of the appropriate phosphorus and phenol compounds, said hindered phosphites being useful as stabilizers of organic polymers and lubricating oils.

Abstract: An aqueous sizing composition for glass fibers and the resultant sized glass fiber strands are provided, where the sized glass fiber strands have an improved slip/flow property and resultant thermosetting articles reinforced with the sized glass fiber strands have improved impact properties. The aqueous sizing composition has a poly(vinyl acetate) silane copolymer, epoxy polymer, one or more lubricants, an organo silane coupling agent, which may be an amino-silane coupling agent, lubricant modified-amino-organo silane coupling agent, epoxy-containing silane coupling agent or a mixture of one or more of these coupling agents, one or more nonionic surfactants, a polyethylene-containing polymer, a wax, a hydrocarbon acid and water. The aqueous sizing composition is applied to glass fibers which are then produced into wet chopped glass fiber strands or continuous sized glass fiber strands.

Abstract: A self curing aqueous solution/dispersion comprising about 50-70 wt. % water, about 25-35 wt. % of a novel N-polymethylene substituted polyoxypropylene polyamine and about 3-9 wt. % of a curable polymer-forming component such as an epoxy-resin is described. The solution is useful for injection into permeable earth formations such as unconsolidated sands to reduce their permeability and consolidate the formation. Novel N-substituted polyamines of the formula [NaO.sub.3 S--R.sub.1 ].sub.m A wherein R.sub.1 is a C.sub.2 to C.sub.6 polymethylene group and A is a polyoxyalkylene polyamine are employed in the solution to render the epoxy-resin component adequately soluble or dispersible in the aqueous solution and to act as the curing agent for the resin.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of imparting water solubility or dispersibility to the reaction product of a polyepoxide and a mercapto-substituted triazole, a mercapto substituted tetrazole or a mixture thereof, by admixture with a base in an amount at least sufficient to water solubilize the azole-functional reaction product.Also disclosed is a method of using the above water solubilized reaction product in an electrodeposition process.

Abstract: Oil-in-water emulsions of antioxidants having low volatility and good thermal resistance are provided for treating fibrous reinforcements such as glass fibers. The emulsions are comprised of the antioxidant in an amount of about 5 to about 60 weight percent of the emulsion along with an organic solvent that has a boiling point above the temperature of use or of preparation and is compatible with the antioxidant in an amount in a ratio of about 0.5 to about 1.5 with the antioxidant and one or more emulsifiers selected from the group consisting of anionic, and nonionic having a combined HLB (hydrophilic/lipophilic balance) in the range of about 12 to about 27. The emulsion can also contain a resin carrier such as an epoxy resin and/or a stabilizing agent such as polyalkylene polyol.

Abstract: Water soluble binders for can lacquers are prepared by reacting an epoxy resin (polyglycidyl ether of polyhydric phenol) with an aliphatic amino carboxylic acid, e.g., (glycine, alanine, glutamic acid), wherein at least 50% of the acid groups have been neutralized with a base (alkali metal hydroxide, tertiary amine or quaternary ammonium hydroxide.