Abstract: The invention is a process for monitored cross-linking of unsaturated polyester resins in the presence of a metal-ion-containing accelerator and an organic peroxide initiator, complemented by promotor in some cases. According to this process, the cross-linking is carried out in the presence of one of the compounds from the group consisting of alizarin, sodium alizarinesulfonate, 3-nitroalizarin, chinizarine, or purpurin, where the substituents are H atoms or OH, NO.sub.2, SO.sub.3 H, or SO.sub.3 Na groups with the restriction that at least one of them should be other than H, which is present in a ratio of from 0.005 to 0.5, preferably 0.01 to 0.1 percent (mass/mass), compared to the mass of the polyester resin, and cross-linking is trailed by the color change in the system. The invention permits all of the chemical-technological processes involved in the processing of unsaturated polyester resins to be monitored visually.

Abstract: Bisimide resins having improved fracture toughness and resistance to microcracking comprise a mixture of,(a) a bisimide of the general formula (I) ##STR1## in which B represents a divalent radical containing a carbon-carbon double bond and A is a divalent radical containing at least two carbon atoms and(b) a polyisocyanate of the general formula (II)D(NCO).sub.x (II)in which x has a value of between 2 and 4 and D stands for an x-valent radical .

Abstract: Disclosed is a curable resin composition comprising (a) at least one maleimide compound selected from the group consisting of N-(alkenylphenyl)maleimide derivatives, and dimers and polymers thereof and (b) one or more kinds of epoxy resins, each having at least one epoxy group in the unit molecule thereof. The resin composition may contain, besides the above two components, an amino compound as a further component (c). The resin composition may comprise a prepolymer of any two components among the three components (a), (b) and (c) and the remaining component. The resin compositions are useful as molding materials, for the fabrication of laminates, and as varnishes, including insulation varnishes and impregnating varnishes.

Abstract: A coating composition comprising (A) a polyester resin modified with a lactone having 6 to 8 ring carbon atoms (I) or a mixture of said lactone-modified polyester resin (I) and a non-modified polyester resin (II), the lactone content being from 5 to 40% by weight of the total polyester resin (in solid) (I) or (I+II), the number average molecular weight being 800.about.200 mg KOH/g and wherein the resinous acid value is 2.about.20 mg KOH/g, (B) a crosslinking agent, (C) a pigment and (D) optionally other resins. The composition is useful as an intercoat paint for automobile bodies.

Abstract: There is disclosed thickened, low shrinkage polyester molding compositions having improved pigmentation. The improved pigmentation in thickenable polyester molding compositions is achieved by using as the low profile additive a vinyl acetate/maleic acid copolymer, and optionally incorporating a surfactant in the composition.

Abstract: A coating composition is described comprising a 1:2 chromium complex of a mono-AZO dye substituted with amino-phenol and coupled with a 2-napthol in a thermosetting resin system. The composition when applied to a substrate imparts a super jet black coating which is non-bleeding, unaffected by the dispersion method or vehicle used, and is durable to the elements.

Abstract: Oxalanilides of formula I ##STR1## in which R is C.sub.6-22 alkyl or C.sub.6-22 alkoxyR.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are independently, hydrogen, C.sub.1-8 alkyl, C.sub.1-12 alkoxy, C.sub.1-12 alkylthio, phenoxy or phenylthio; provided that R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 may not both be selected from alkylthio, phenoxy and phenylthio;and R.sub.3 is hydrogen or C.sub.1-8 alkylcertain of which are novel, are useful as UV-stabilizers in organic polymers and organic polymer-containing coatings, particularly automotive finishes. The compounds have low volatility and excellent solubility in organic solvents such as are used in liquid finishes.

Abstract: A thixotropic cross-linkable unsaturated polyester composition is provided. The composition comprises an aromatic unsaturated monomer having an amount of an organoclay dispersed therein. The organoclay comprises the reaction product of a smectite type clay and quaternary ammonium compounds. The latter are an admixture of (a) a dimethyl di(hydrogenated tallow) ammonium compound and (b) a dimethyl benzyl(hydrogenated tallow) ammonium compound. The organoclay has a quaternary ammonium compound to clay milliequivalent ratio, by weight, of at least 95, and more generally can be up to at least as high as 140, expressed on a 100% active clay basis. The cross-linkable unsaturated polyester further comprises a liquid unsaturated polyester mixed with the monomer. The amount of organoclay in the monomer and the amount of (a) and (b) are amounts sufficient to produce a cross-linkable polyester composition having a thixotropic index of at least about 2.5, and preferably of at least about 3.0.

Abstract: An organoclay functional as a rheological modifier for control of the viscosity and thixotropy of polyester-styrene compositions is prepared by a dry process wherein a quaternary ammonium salt is reacted with unfractionated smectite in an aqueous dispersion thereby eliminating the fractionating step required in the typical prior art wet process as exemplified by U.S. Pat. No. 4,240,951 and permitting the preparation of the organoclay rheological modifier to be carried out at a high solids content thereby reducing drying costs in the recovery of the product organoclay.

Abstract: Polyester and hardener compositions have incorporated therein pigments of Toluidine Red Y and Parachlor R to enable the user to determine when mixing is uniform and when the cure has been completed.

Abstract: Oxalanilides of formula I ##STR1## in which R is C.sub.6-22 alkyl or C.sub.6-22 alkoxyR.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are independently, hydrogen, C.sub.1-8 alkyl, C.sub.1-12 alkoxy, C.sub.1-12 alkylthio, phenoxy or phenylthio; provided that R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 may not both be selected from alkylthio, phenoxy and phenylthio;andR.sub.3 is hydrogen or C.sub.1-8 alkylcertain of which are novel, are useful as UV-stabilizers in organic polymers and organic polymer-containing coatings, particularly automotive finishes. The compounds have low volatility and excellent solubility in organic solvents such as are used in liquid finishes.

Abstract: An organophilic clay gellant and methods of using and making the same which comprises the reaction product of an organic cation, an organic anion and a smectite-type clay having a cation exchange capacity of at least 75 milliequivalents per 100 grams of said clay such that an organic cation-organic anion complex is intercalated with the smectite-type clay and the cation exchange sites of the smectite-type clay are substituted with the organic cation.

Abstract: A process for producing a colloidal solution of a curable resin which comprises:blending (a) 5 to 90% by weight of a polyfunctional maleimide component and (b) 95 to 10% by weight of at least one thermosetting resin,heating them to form a composition, andblending the resulting composition with at least one low boiling point solvent having a boiling point of more than room temperature and less than 150.degree. C., in which the thermosetting resin is rich soluble, but the maleimide component is poor soluble, thereby forming a colloidal solution of a curable resin is disclosed. The colloidal solution is used as a coating, as an impregnating agent for a coil, or for preparing prepreg.

Abstract: Cocoa amine acetate and a polyamide condensate, in combination as a lubricant in a glass size, result in glass strands exhibiting less fuzz than does glass sized with a size containing either of the two components, individually.

Abstract: A process for pigmenting organic material of high molecular weight, which comprises the use of a compound of the formula ##STR1## in which X is a meta- or para-positioned fluorine, chlorine or bromine atom. The yellow to scarlet colorations obtained are distinguished by excellent fastness to light and atmospheric influences.

Abstract: Dispersions of colloidal siliceous particles, preferably silica, may be prepared in organic liquids by means of a synergistic mixture of dispersing agents comprising a phosphorus oxy-acid derivatives and a long-chain amine. Dispersions containing a high weight fraction of siliceous solids are possible having a lower viscosity than is normally achieved.

Abstract: Flame retardants having good stability at the processing temperatures of high melting polymers are described. The flame retardants are halogen-containing bis-imides, for example, those of the formula ##STR1## R being defined in the specification.

Abstract: Polyester and hardener compositions have incorporated therein pigments of Toluidine Red Y and Parachlor R to enable the user to determine when mixing is uniform and when the cure has been completed.

Abstract: A method for the uniform blending of additives into thermoplastic synthetic resins. A solution or finely divided dispersion of the additive is produced in a polymerizable cyclic ester of the general formula: ##STR1## wherein R represents respectively hydrogen or an alkyl group of 1-18 carbon atoms,A represents a --O-- or --COO-- group,x and y represent integers from 1 to 15, andz represents 0 or 1.This solution or dispersion, optionally after polymerization of the cyclic ester, is admixed to the thermoplastic synthetic resin at the end of its manufacturing process or in a subsequent processing stage.

Abstract: Novel higher dialkyl dimethyl ammonium clays, of superior gellant effectiveness in oxygenated organic liquids, can be produced by the overtreatment of layer and chain type mineral clays via ion exchange reactions. For example, a layered dioctadecyl dimethyl ammonium montmorillonite, a superior gellant for alkyd resin based coatings, is prepared by the reaction of sodium montmorillonite with a 12 to 25% excess of the corresponding quaternary chloride beyond the known ion exchange capacity of the clay. The overtreatment is preferably carried out in a mixture of water and organic solvent which disperses the clay and dissolves the quaternary ammonium salt.

Abstract: Disclosed are colored polyester compositions containing copolymerized anthraquinone dyes as colorants, which compositions may be used, for example, for food packaging and to mold colored beverage bottles. The copolymerized dyes are thermally stable at the processing temperatures, and are colorfast and nonextractable. The useful dyes have the general formula: ##STR1## wherein either or both of rings A and B may contain in any position thereon one or two groups of the formula ##STR2## R and R.sup.3 each is hydrogen, lower alkyl or lower hydroxyalkyl; R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.4 and R.sup.5 each is hydrogen or 1-3 substituents such as lower alkyl, lower alkoxy, phenyl, Cl, Br, or the like; X is --S-- or --NH--; n is 1 or 2; m is 0, 1, or 2.