Abstract: The present invention is directed to the provision of premixed aqueous compositions which are used to provide a paint composition of varying finish characteristics at the point of sale. Thus, the merchant distributing the paint composition made from the subject premixed compositions need only maintain inventory of four compositions. The particular compositions which are the subject of the invention exhibit stable characteristics during storage in their respective reservoirs. The compositions include a pigment composition, a dispersant thickening agent, a high resin content binder, and a low resin content binder. The compositions are combined in differing amounts to produce paint compositions being suitable for either interior or exterior use and having differing sheens, quality levels, and color bases.

Abstract: This invention relates to foundry binder systems, which cure in the presence of sulfur dioxide and an oxidizing agent, comprising (a) an epoxy resin; (b) an ester of a fatty acid; (c) a fluorinated acid, preferably hydrofluoric acid; (d) an effective amount of a oxidizing agent; and (e) no ethylenically unsaturated monomer or polymer. The foundry binder systems are used for making foundry mixes. The foundry mixes are used to make foundry shapes (such as cores and molds) which are used to make metal castings, particularly ferrous castings.

Abstract: A thermoplastic polymeric material composition including a thermoplastic polymeric material selected from the group consisting of a thermoplastic polymer and a thermoplastic polymer alloy, an adhesive resin, and a long chain ester, particularly dimerate and trimerate esters, is capable of unexpected adhesion to substrates such as natural fabric substrates, synthetic polymeric fabric substrates, metal substrates, and thermoplastic polymeric material substrates, particularly natural cords, synthetic polymeric cords, metal cords, and glass cords for use in cord-reinforced articles such as hoses, conveyor belts, transmission belts, and the like.

Abstract: In this invention, an acid treated, aqueous dispersion is provided that improves the oil and water-repellency of materials. The acid-treated, aqueous dispersion comprises at least one polymer, at least one water-dispersible polyester, water, and at least one acid-generating compound; wherein the polymer comprises repeating units from at least one fluoroalkyl monomer and optionally, at least one ethylenically unsaturated monomer. Articles coated with the acid-treated, aqueous dispersion are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention has it for its object to provide an interlayer film for laminated glass and a laminated glass which shows a much decreased extent of blushing of the peripheral region thereof even when placed in a high-humidity atmosphere, without compromise in those fundamental performance characteristics which are required of laminated glass, such as transparency, weather resistance, adhesion and penetration resistance. The present invention is related to an interlayer film for laminated glass comprising a plasticized poly(vinyl acetal) resin and having the haze after 24 hours of immersion is not more than 50% when said interlayer film with a thickness of 0.3 to 0.8 mm is immersed in water at 23° C.

Abstract: An aqueous ambient dry decorative or protective coating comprising a film forming matrix polymer of an aqueous emulsion polymer of aqueous copolymerized ethylenically unsaturated monomers modified with at least 3% by weight of a low molecular weight oligomer of copolymerized hydroxy alkanoic acid having 2 to 4 carbon atoms having a number average molecular weight between 300 and 10,000 to provide a film forming binder substantially free of volatile organic coalescing solvents. Preferred oligomers are homopolymers and copolymers of polymerized lactic acid or polymerized glycolic acid.

Abstract: A composition comprising by weight: 70 to 96% of at least one polyamide chosen from PA-11, PA-12, aliphatic polyamides resulting from the condensation of an aliphatic diamine having from 6 to 12 carbon atoms and an aliphatic diacid having from 9 to 12 carbon atoms, and 11/12 copolyamides having either more than 90% of nylon-11 units or more than 90% of nylon-12 units; 4 to 10% of a plasticizer; 0 to 25% of an NBR or H-NBR elastomer; and the sum of the amount of plasticizer and the amount of elastomer is between 4 and 30%; can be manufactured by melt-blending the various constituents using standard techniques for thermoplastics. The composition is particularly useful for pipes used in the operation of offshore oil and gas fields. They exhibit very good ageing resistance. They are also useful for simpler pipes in motor vehicles, these compositions withstanding the ageing caused by the temperature under the bonnet of motor vehicles and the nature of the fluids transported.

Abstract: A polyurethane which contains, as incorporated units, a) at least one diisocyanate, b) at least one polyether having two active hydrogen atoms per molecule and c) at least one compound of the formula I R1—Z1??(I) where R1 is C8- to C30-alkyl, C8- to C30-alkenyl, aryl-C6–C22-alkyl or aryl-C6–C22-alkenyl, the alkyl group having 1, 2, 3 or 4 nonneighboring double bonds, and Z1 is OH, SH or NHR2, R2 being hydrogen, C1- to C6-alkyl or C5- to C8-cycloalkyl, and its use are described.

Abstract: The invention relates to plasticizer-containing polyvinylbutyrals that are characterized by containing as the plasticizer at least one dibenzoate of alkylene and polyalkylene glycols. The invention further relates to a method for producing said compounds, and to their use in molding compounds of all types, especially for producing films that can for example be used as an intermediate layer in laminated safety glasses.

Abstract: A rubber composition including a natural or synthetic rubber, and an adhesive resin capable of unexpected adhesion to metal, polymer and glass substrates, particularly cords in radical tires, hoses, conveyor belts, transmission belts, and the like by the addition of long chain esters, including mono, di- and tri-esters.

Abstract: A resin composition of an ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer adheres little to dies and ensures good long-run workability and self-purgeability and its shaped articles have good appearance with few voids and show diminished yellowing.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a latex paint composition comprising polyunsaturated fatty acid containing additives derived from vegetable oils. In preferred embodiments, traditional water soluble additives such as thickeners, surfactants and dispersants are replaced with polyunsaturated fatty acid derivatives, adducts or polyunsaturated fatty acid containing polymers. The polyunsaturated fatty acid containing additives reduce or eliminate the need for traditional water soluble additives that lower the water resistance of the dry paint film. Additionally, the polyunsaturated fatty acid moieties are capable of oxidative crosslinking during the curing process, forming a dry paint film that is more durable and water-resistant than traditional latex paint compositions.

Abstract: A number of stable opacifying mixtures are disclosed which contain specific combinations and levels of titanium dioxide, thickeners, and dispersants. These stable mixtures may be employed in a method of making paints using prepaints or as a conventional component in a coating such as a paint, or in other end-uses where opacifying pigments are employed.

Abstract: Water-continuous emulsion of curable elastomeric polymers are disclosed having a solids content of greater than 75%, an average particle size less than 5 ?m, and having sufficient stability to produce a stable lower solids emulsion upon dilution with water comprising; a curable elastomeric polymer, surfactant, internal cure additive, water, optional plasticizer, and optional low molecular weight acid. The water-continuous emulsions of curable elastomeric polymers can be prepared by; (I) forming a premix comprising an elastomeric polymer, surfactant, and internal cure additive, and (II) adding water to the premix with mixing to form a water continuous emulsion of the curable elastomeric polymer having a solids content of greater than 75%, an average particle size less than 5 ?m, and having sufficient stability to produce a stable lower solids emulsion upon dilution with water.

Abstract: The present invention describes plastic materials and food additives that are free or substantially free from endocrine disruptive chemicals. The plastic materials may be used in products which are exposed to individuals in which endocrine disruptive activity is particularly disadvantageous, such as baby bottles, baby toys, food containers, medical containers, animal cages and medical products. The food additives may be used in food products that are ingested by individuals in which endocrine disruptive activity is particularly disadvantageous, such as newborns or the physically infirm. The present invention also describes a series of assays which, when performed in combination, provide a novel method for determining the presence of endocrine disruptive activity.

Abstract: A rubber composition including a natural or synthetic rubber, and an adhesive resin capable of unexpected adhesion to metal, polymer and glass substrates, particularly cords in radical tires, hoses, conveyor belts, transmission belts, and the like by the addition of long chain esters, including mono, di- and tri-esters.

Abstract: Two-phase gel compositions are provided. The two-phase gel compositions are obtained by mixing a gelled ester composition comprising a mixture of an ester compound and a polymer compound selected from the group consisting of triblock copolymers, star polymers, radial polymers, multi-block copolymers, and a combination thereof and a hydrophobic, non polar solvent. The gelled ester composition has a viscosity ?1 and the solvent has a viscosity ?2. The two-phase gel composition is substantially free of phosphate compounds and has a viscosity ? which is greater than or equal to ?1 and which is greater than or equal to ?2. The two-phase gel compositions are also obtained by mixing a gelled ether composition, a gelled alcohol composition, a gelled naturally-occurring fat and oil composition or a combination thereof with a hydrophobic, non polar solvent. The two-phase gel compositions may be used to suspend various solids, liquids and/or gases.

Abstract: Use of an aqueous composition, which has been prepared by dissolving (A) dihydroxypropylchitosan and (B) 1,2,3,4-butanetetracarboxylic acid (B) in an aqueous medium, makes it possible to provide articles excellent in hydrophilicity, antibacterial and deodorant activities, touch feeling, antifogging property, paper strength, dyeability, waterproofness, antifouling property and/or the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a liquid finishing composition for textile products comprising (A) a specific modified silicone, (B) a product prepared by quaternizing a specific amine compound into a quaternary derivative thereof with methyl chloride and (C) pentaerythritol monostearate in such amounts that the ratio of (A)/(B) is equal to 30/70 (weight ratio) and which shows such effects that the composition can impart favorable softness to fibrous goods such as fibers and clothes, that it can maintain the HARI and KOSHI of the fibrous goods and which can reduce wrinkles formed due to washing.

Abstract: It is disclosed a sealing siliconic bicomponent composition devoid of toxicity and easily applicable. In addition it is disclosed a process for preparation of said composition and related use of same for tiles and sanitary fixtures for expositive purposes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a binder composition comprising an aliphatic polyester polymer: an ethylenebisamide wax; and a guanidine wetting agent. The composition may also contain an additive which accelerates or extends debinding of the binder composition, and to a method for forming a sintered part by powder injection molding, including the steps of forming a green composition comprising a binder and an inorganic powder, wherein the binder is a composition comprising an aliphatic polyester polymer, an ethylenebisamide wax, and a guanidine wetting agent, and may further include an additive which accelerates or delays completion of debinding of the binder; melting the composition; injecting the composition into a mold for a part; heating the part to a temperature at which the binder decomposes; heating the part to a temperature at which the inorganic powder is sintered.

Abstract: A process for making a textured coating on a substrate and compositions for such coatings are disclosed wherein coating mixtures comprising un-expanded micro-capsules and a plastisol or other suitable resins are applied to the substrate and subsequently heat treated to expand the micro-capsules within the coating. The expanded micro-capsules create an aesthetically pleasing surface texture in the coating while retaining the desired wear-resistant properties of the coating.

Abstract: Disclosed are filled and plasticized blends of tubular reactor produced ethylene/alkyl acrylate copolymers modified with organic acids, consisting essentially of (a) from about 1 to about 50% by weight of at least one tubular reactor produced ethylene/alkyl acrylate copolymer; (b) from about 1 to 20 percent by weight of at least one plasticizer selected from the group consisting of processing oils, epoxidized oils, polyesters, polyethers, and polyether esters; (c) from about 40 to about 90% by weight of filler; (d) from about 0.05 to about 5% by weight of at least one organic acid or acid derivative selected from the group consisting of saturated or unsaturated mono- and polycarboxylic acids having from 6 to 54 carbon atoms, and mixtures thereof; and optionally (e) from 0 to about 5% by weight of tackifier.

Abstract: A cement system for use in freeform fabrication includes a binder composition, which comprises an organic acid and/or an inorganic acid including a phosphate ion, a polyacid, and a primarily aqueous solvent.

Abstract: A biodegradable polymer is disclosed having the composition g) from 8 to 80% by weight of a starch modified to include an hydroxyalkyl C2-6 group or modified by reaction with an anhydride of a dicarboxylic acid, preferably hydroxypropylated high amylose starch, a) from 0 to 87.9% of starch, b) from 4 to 11% by weight of a water soluble polymer selected from polyvinylacetate, polyvinyl alcohol and copolymers of ethylene and vinylalcohol which have a melting point compatible with the molten stat of the starch components, c) from 0 to 20% by weight of a polyol plasticiser, preferably glycerol, d) from 0.1 to 1.5% by weight of a C12-22 fatty acid or salt, preferably stearic acid and, e) 0 to 12% added water. The polymers are suitable as biodegradable rigid sheet or flexible film materials for use in packaging foodstuffs.

Abstract: Compositions comprising one or more polymers chosen from chlorinated polymers, and one or more salts of bismuth and of a carboxylic acid chosen from saturated hydroxy- and aminomonocarboxylic acids which have a total number of hydroxyl and amine groups with respect to the number of carbon atoms of greater than {fraction (1/10)} and from saturated nonhydroxylated and nonaminated polycarboxylic acids. Articles or parts of articles manufactured using these compositions.

Abstract: A pseudoplastic clearcoat slurry comprising solid and/or highly viscous particles which are dimensionally stable under storage and application conditions and at least one water soluble salt, preferably from 0.1 to 50 mmol per 1 000 g of water, which can be decomposed without residue or virtually without residue; process for preparing it, and its use.

Abstract: The use of dimer acids with conventional hot melt adhesive polymers provide adhesives particularly useful for bottle labeling. The label, along with the adhesive, can be easily removed from the bottle during the recycling process.

Abstract: The present invention provides noctilucent polyurethane chips and a method of manufacturing the same, which provide pedestrians and drivers or bicycle riders with clear sights even at night or while raining, thus significantly reducing the danger of accidents. Also, the noctilucent polyurethane chips and the manufacturing method thereof according to the present invention serve to care for natural resources and prevent environmental pollution by recycling waste polyurethane, and by using phosphorescent substances as a raw material of pavement, the noctilucent polyurethane chips having aesthetic view and excellent functionality are provided.

Abstract: An exemplary erucamide-free composition for making container closures or closure sealants includes a matrix polymer, a silicone lubricant such as poly(dimethyl) siloxane, and a slip aid comprising a saturated amide, oxidized polyethylene, or combination thereof.

Abstract: A process aid masterbatch comprising a) 0.05 to 25 weight percent fluoropolymer; b) 0.2 to 10 weight percent of an organic soap selected from the group consisting of carboxylic acids having from 6 to 34 carbon atoms; salts thereof; hydrocarbon sulfonates having from 6 to 34 carbon atoms; and salts thereof; c) at least 5 weight percent mineral particulate; and d) a non-fluorinated melt-processable polymer improves the extrusion processability of non-fluorinated melt-processable polymers.

Abstract: This invention relates to a curable composition comprising a solvent solution of a mixture comprising:

Abstract: The process of the present invention provides for the manufacture of a novel proton conductive polymer gel useful as backfill for sacrificial and impressed current anode systems The process of the present invention is carried out in aqueous phase thus providing a cheaper option besides the use of ingredients readily available in the international markets. The polymer used as backfill is transformed into a proton conducting form in the gelated network through an in-situ doping process during gelation. The gel product produced can be sliced to sheet of any desired size suitable and compatible to concrete or soil medium. The novelty of the product of the present invention is that it can be used as backfill between any anode such as sacrificial or impressed current mode and is adaptable to the concrete surface both in the presence of moisture or absence of moisture, which is not hitherto been achieved in prior art.

Abstract: The present invention relates to hydrophilic polymeric compositions for making a liquid impermeable moisture vapour permeable structure, for example by forming the composition into a layer or coating onto a suitable substrate for example a microporous film and to composite structures comprising the compositions. The hydrophilic polymeric compositions of the present invention do not solidify at room temperature, but remain viscous or “creamy”. This prevents layers made from the hydrophilic polymeric composition of the present invention from settling as a film so that delamination of a composite structure comprising the hydrophilic polymeric composition coated into a layer onto a suitable substrate is avoided. The hydrophilic polymeric compositions of he present invention can find a variety of applications wherein liquid imperviousness and moisture vapour permeability are desirable.

Abstract: A pigment paste for tinting a coating composition, the pigment paste comprising at least one branched alkyd having a viscosity below 5 Pa.s, preferably below 3.5 Pa.s, at 23° C. and at a shear rate of 100 s−1, and pigment. The pigment paste can also include an aromate-free solvent. The number average molecular weight Mn of the alkyd is preferably between 2,000 and 2,400 g/mole. The degree of branching of the alkyd is preferably at least 0.35 and preferably below 0.42. The oil length is preferably between 76 and 84. The VOC is preferably below 250 g/l.

Abstract: The present invention is a stabilizing system for improving the melt viscosity of polyolefin resin during fiber processing. The addition of a liquid phosphite melt processing stabilizer to polypropylene homopolymer powder improves processing stability during spinning. The present invention covers spraying the liquid phosphite onto the powder along with octadecyl 3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxyhydrocinnamate which is applied via mineral oil solution in a steamer.

Abstract: A vibration damping silicone composition with excellent long term storage stability and vibration damping ability contains as components (A) a silicone oil, (B) hollow particles of an organic resin having an inorganic material powder supported on its surfaces, and (C) a solid inorganic material powder.

Abstract: A coating composition comprising a phenolic resin, an alkoxy silane, and an acid. The coating composition of the present invention promotes adhesion between a multiple layer coating composition and a substrate and between the respective layers of the multiple layer coating composition.

Abstract: A polyester resin for toner which is obtained through polymerization in the presence of a release agent ingredient with a melting point of 60-100° C. or a release agent ingredient comprising an alcohol component, and which has a softening temperature of 100-160° C., an acid value of 0.1-30 mgKOH/g and a glass transition temperature of 40-70° C.; a process for producing a polyester resin for toner which comprises conducting polymerization in the presence of a release agent ingredient with a melting point of 60-100° C. or a release agent ingredient comprising an alcohol component; and toner comprising the polyester resin. Toners with excellent non-offset properties and glosses are obtained.

Abstract: The present invention provides an over-coating composition comprising a basic compound for coating a photoresist composition to provide a vertical photoresist pattern.

Abstract: Coating compositions containing coalescents and a latex polymer, wherein the coalescent has a volatile organic content of less than about 50% and is dispersible in the coating composition.

Abstract: An oil repelling agent to coat a dynamic pressure device, such as a fluid dynamic pressure bearing device, includes a UV coloring agent, a fluorine-based polymer and a solvent. In an exemplary embodiment of the invention, the density of the UV coloring agent component is about 100 PPM to about 400 PPM, and the density of the fluorine polymer is about 0.1% by weight to about 0.6% by weight.

Abstract: A coating system for in-situ coating of a surface formed by a plurality of plasterboard sections comprises a dry powder composition which is dispersible in an aqueous applicator medium and provides a very high quality surface finish to which gloss or matt paint may be applied directly without joint photographing or show-through of fasteners. The coating composition may be applied by a spray coating technique or a roller technique. The dry powder composition comprises calcium carbonate and, by weight, relative to calcium carbonate, from 4% to 11% of a polymeric binder, from 0.60% to 1.5% of a thickening agent and from 0.10% to 0.35% of a surfactant.

Abstract: A rubber composition including a natural or synthetic rubber, and an adhesive resin capable of unexpected adhesion to metal, polymer and glass substrates, particularly cords in radical tires, hoses, conveyor belts, transmission belts, and the like by the addition of a liquid composition containing long chain esters, including mono, di- and tri-esters, and one or more reactive diluents. In the preferred embodiment, the reactive diluent is selected from (1) glycidyl ethers, (2) diglycidyl ethers; (3) aliphatic, straight chain epoxides; (4) epoxidized vegetable oils, particularly epoxidized soybean oil; (5) cycloaliphatic epoxies; (6) glycidyl esters, and (7) diglycidyl esters.

Abstract: A thermoplastic polymeric material composition comprising a thermoplastic polymeric material selected from the group consisting of a thermoplastic polymer and a thermoplastic polymer alloy, an adhesive resin, and a long chain ester, particularly dimerate and trimerate esters, is capable of unexpected adhesion to substrates such as natural fabric substrates, synthetic polymeric fabric substrates, metal substrates, and thermoplastic polymeric material substrates, particularly natural cords, synthetic polymeric cords, metal cords, and glass cords for use in cord-reinforced articles such as hoses, conveyor belts, transmission belts, and the like.

Abstract: There is provided a composition comprising a unique polymeric compound that provides a soft, flexible product. There is also provided a unique polymeric tampon applicator that is soft and flexible. When used as a tampon applicator barrel, the barrel is more comfortable and has improved ease of insertion. The polymeric compound primarily comprises a thermoplastic resin and a block copolymer that exhibit unique load, energy and modulus of elasticity properties. The polymeric compound should also include a plasticizer and a compatibilizer/flow modifier, and may include a slip/mold release agent, an antioxidant, and even a pigment. There is also provided a method for making the polymeric compound that will be formed into a product, such as an applicator or applicator barrel in which all of the above ingredients, except for the thermoplastic resin, are combined and formed into soft pellets. The soft resin pellets are then dry blended with pellets of the thermoplastic resin.

Abstract: Admixture or additive which provides water-repellency and flexural bond strength improvement in mortar, concrete, or cement, and particularly in masonry mortars. An exemplary admixture composition includes: (a) at least one C8-C30 fatty acid or a derivative thereof, such as a salt, ester, or triglyceride; and (b) a flexural bond strength enhancing material comprising a polymer having a backbone to which are attached carboxyl cement anchoring groups and oxyalkylene groups attached by linkages selected from the group consisting of an amide, an imide, and an ester. A preferred additive optionally includes an air entraining admixture for improving workability of a masonry mortar into which the fatty acid or derivative and the flexural bond strength enhancing material are added. A cementitious composition and method for enhancing water-repellency and flexural bond strength in a masonry mortar are also disclosed.

Abstract: A sealant composition comprising a sealant, an adhesive resin, and a long chain ester, particularly dimerate and trimerate esters, is capable of unexpected adhesion to substrates such as ceramic substrates (e.g., concrete), glass substrates, metal substrates such as metal flat stock materials, polymeric substrates including substrates comprising natural and/or synthetic rubbers and substrates comprising thermoplastic polymeric materials, particularly for use in sealing around bathroom fixtures, in storage areas, vents, plumbing lines, flooring, wheel wells, and the like.

Abstract: A composition useful in the manufacturing of plastic cookware includes a polyetherimide resin and an acidic additive selected from the group consisting of aliphatic carboxylic acids having a vapor pressure less than one atmosphere at 300° C., aromatic carboxylic acids having a vapor pressure less than one atmosphere at 300° C., and combinations comprising at least one of the foregoing acidic additives. In one embodiment, the composition further comprises an additional resin, such as a polyester resin. The acidic additive is effective in improving the mold release and increasing the melt flow of the composition. Articles including the composition and a method for preparing the composition are also described.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for separating one or more selected polymer(s) from a mixture of polymers, as well as the recycled solid polymer product produced by the present method of the invention. One method of the present invention involves dissolving a mixture of polymers in a solvent to produce a solution, then cooling the solution to a temperature at which at least one of the selected polymers precipitates in the form of a solid. The solid is then separated from the suspension before being washed in a solvent at a temperature that is higher than the dissolving temperature, in order to produce a washed solid. The washed solid is separated from the second solvent. In one variant of the method, the suspension produced in the cooling step is treated with an added solvent.