Abstract: Disclosed is an aqueous composition of low viscosity and low volatile organic solvent content of a water-borne resin. The water-borne resin comprises: (I) from 10 to 50 percent by weight of a polyester polymer, and (II) from 90 to 50 percent by weight of a solution polymerized acrylic copolymer. The solution polymerized acrylic copolymer is derived from a mixture of monomers comprising an ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid monomer. The water-borne resin is at least partially neutralized by a base and, prior to neutralization, has an acid value based on resin solids of from 10 to 200.

Abstract: Thermoplastic elastomer having excellent processability and physical properties is provided by the composition:(A) monoolefin copolymer rubber: 20 to 90 parts by weight(B) crystalline poly-alpha olefin resin: 5 to 70 parts by weight(C) mineral oil-type oil: 5 to 100 parts by weight with respect to (A) plus (B)(D) polyolefin-type wax: 5 to 60 parts by weight with respect to (A) plus (B)(E) butyl rubber: 0.1 to 10 parts by weight with respect to (A) plus (B)in the extruder and then are dynamically partial cross-linked together with a certain amount of organic peroxide, cross-linking aids and coupling agents in the extruder.

Abstract: An encapsulating composition for electronic devices comprises a curable material such as an epoxy resin and an ion scavenger compound selected from certain calixarene or oxycalixarene compounds in which at least half of the phenolic groups have been substituted by specific groups and certain silacrown compounds. Exemplary ion scavenger compounds include ##STR1## the tetraethyl acetate of 7, 13, 19, 25-tetra-tertbutyl-27, 28, 29, 30-tetrahydroxy-2,3-dihomo-3-oxacalix-4-arene and 1,1-dimethasila-17-crown-6.

Abstract: A composite useful in thermal energy storage, said composite being formed of a polyolefin matrix having a phase change material such as a crystalline alkyl hydrocarbon incorporated therein. The composite is useful in forming pellets, sheets or fibers having thermal energy storage characteristics; methods for forming the composite are also disclosed.

Abstract: A binder composition for injection molding of at least one of metal powder and ceramic powder which comprises polyoxyethylene/polyoxypropylene condensation polyether as the main component together with from 10 to 100 parts by weight of at least one auxiliary component selected from the group consisting of natural waxes, synthetic waxes, fatty acids and esters per 100 parts of said polyoxyethyene/polyoxypropylene condensation polyether.

Abstract: This invention relates to methods and compositions of matter for inhibiting and/or preventing the formulation of adhesion of materials such as coal, coke, mineral ores, taconite, glass and others to the container (railcars, silo, hopper bins, etc.) walls due to freezing temperatures in winter and/or excessive moistures during the rest of the year.

Abstract: Aqueous application systems for applying additives to polymeric particles, methods of preparing aqueous emulsions which include additives having a high melting point, additives having a low melting point and an emulsifiable wax. Also disclosed are methods of applying additives to polymeric particles and to polymeric particles treated by such methods.

Abstract: A sealant composition is provided to seal wood products against moisture absorption and the swelling caused thereby. The sealant composition is especially adapted to be applied to the cut ends of dimensioned lumber and particularly to the edges of wood products such as plywood, waferboard, oriented strand board and particle board. The composition includes a water-based polymeric binder, a wax hydrophobic filler and a water-soluble alkali metal siliconate salt. The polymeric binder preferably has two components. The first is a soft, stretchy polymer with a low glass transition temperature which allows the binder to stretch when the wood swells due to moisture absorption. The second is a polymer with a high glass transition temperature which enhances binding properties.

Abstract: An elastic fiber or film prepared from a composition comprising at least one block copolymer containing at least two polymeric blocks containing predominantly monoalkenyl aromatic hydrocarbon monomer units having a weight-average molecular weight within the range from about 4,000 to about 50,000 and at least one polymeric block containing predominantly hydrogenated conjugated diolefin monomer units having a weight-average molecular weight within the range from about 10,000 to about 200,000, a relatively low molecular weight polymer selected from the Group consisting of anionic styrene homopolymers, .alpha.-methylstyrene homopolymers, hydrogenated styrene, copolymers of .alpha.-methylstyrene and styrene and mixtures thereof and may contain a wax. In particularly preferred embodiments, the elastic fiber or film will contain at least one A-B-A triblock copolymer and an A-B' diblock copolymer.

Abstract: An addition or condensation cross-linking molding or lining compound based on silicones comprising(a) an organo polysiloxane containing reactive end groups,(b) a catalyst,(c) a filler, and(d) an isoparaffin having 8 to 24 carbon atoms.The compounds being particularly useful as dental molding compositions.

Abstract: Improved nucleated thermoplastic polyetherimide ester elastomers containing polybutylene terephthalate (PBT) and nucleating agent. PBT and nucleating agent blended with polyetherimide ester elastomers substantially improves crystallization properties of the polyetherimide esters.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a hot-melt adhesive containing at least one propylene/1-hexene copolymer. The adhesive contains an amount of a low viscosity, substantially crystalline wax, having a melting point of about 90.degree. C. to about 125.degree. C., sufficient to improve the elastic delamination resistance of the adhesive. The adhesives are particularly useful in disposible diaper construction.

Abstract: An antifouling coating is described, that contains as its essential components a polymer of one or more of the monomers A represented by formula (1) and/or a copolymer composed of one or more of the monomers A and one or more monomers B that are radical-copolymerizable with said monomer A: ##STR1## wherein X is a hydrogen atom or a methyl group; n is an integer of 2 to 4; and m signifies the average degree of polymerization and ranges from 0 to 70.

Abstract: Aqueous application systems for applying additives to polymeric particles, methods of preparing aqueous emulsions which include additives having a high melting point, additives having a low melting point and an emulsifiable wax. Also disclosed are methods of applying additives to polymeric particles and to polymeric particles treated by such methods.

Abstract: Porous shaped articles made from a molded composite of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene and polyethylene wax are disclosed. These articles are produced by free-sintering a non intensively mixed blend of UHMW-PE particles and particles of a polyethylene wax. The process involves mixing the UHMW-PE and wax both in powdered form until a heterogeneous mixture is formed, but under conditions which do not lead to any substantial fracturing of the UHMW-PE particles or melting of either component. The heterogeneous mix is then transferred to a press mold to form a shape and pressure is applied sufficient only to maintain the enclosed volume of the shape. The mold is heated to a temperature above the melting point of the UHMW-PE for a period of time to allow the particles to soften, expand, and contact one another at their surfaces. The mixture is then quickly cooled.

Abstract: This invention relates to a polymer composition comprising(a) 30-70 parts by weight of one or more ethylene-propylene-diene rubbers,(b) 30-70 parts by weight of one or more ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers with a vinyl acetate content of 18-40% by weight, and(c) 1-25 parts by weight of one or more other polymers.The composition can be used with advantage, among other purposes for improving the miscibility of synthetic resins.

Abstract: Hot melt packaging adhesive compositions consisting essentially of 35 to 45% by weight of an ethylene n-butyl acrylate copolymer containing 25-45% by weight, preferably 30 to 40% n-butyl acrylate and having a melt index of at least 50; 35 to 55% of a terpene phenolic tackifier; and 10 to 20% by weight of a high melting synthetic wax provide adhesives characterized by an excellent balance of high and low temperature performance without sacrifice to machinability or thermal stability.

Abstract: Disclosed is a water-solubilized resin prepared by combining a solubilizing agent and water with a composition comprising: (I) a saturated polyester polymer having an acid value on solids of from 0 to 30 when the weight average molecular weight of the polyester polymer ranges from 500 to 5,000, and (II) a vinyl polymer derived from a vinyl monomer composition comprising 3 to 50 percent by weight of an ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid provided that the vinyl monomer composition has been addition polymerized in the presence of from 1.0 to 50 percent by weight of a hydrocarbon wax based on the total weight of the vinyl monomer composition.

Abstract: A melt adhesive composition containing an amorphous polypropylene, a selectively hydrogenated monoalkenyl arene/conjugated diene block copolymer and a tackifier.

Abstract: A water repellent coating for wood substrates is presented. The coating comprises a highly dispersed mixture of polytetrafluoroethylene, alkyd resin and microcrystalline wax. Dispersion of the polytetrafluoroethylene and microcrystalline wax as discrete particles prevents delamination of successive coats while providing intercoat adhesion. Also presented is a process for the preparation of water repellent wood coatings that prohibits microcrystalline wax breakdown.

Abstract: A candle composition consisting essentially of about 10 to 90 volume percent of a first paraffin wax with a melting point of 120.degree. to 125.degree. F. and having a maximum of 2 percent oil, about 10 to 90 volume percent of the second paraffin wax with a melting point of 125.degree. to 130.degree. F. and having a maximum of 0.2 percent oil, and about 0.1 volume percent of stretchability enhancer and a method of forming a candle therefrom. A method of forming a candle comprising submerging a plurality of wax pieces consisting essentially of about 10 to 90 volume % paraffin wax with a melting point of 120.degree. F. and having a maximum of 2.0% oil, about 10 to 90 volume % paraffin wax with a melting point of 125.degree. to 130.degree. F. and having a maximum of 0.2% oil and about 0.1 to 1.0 volume % of a stretchability enhancer in water having a temperature between about 100.degree. and 120.degree. F.

Abstract: The present invention includes:(i) a method for making a coated particulate comprising the steps ofheating until liquid a polyolefin wax;fluidizing with a hot gas, additive particles selected from the group comprising an antioxidant, a processing stabilizer, an acid acceptor, and mixtures thereof;spraying the liquid polyolefin wax on the heated fluidized additive particles, andmaintaining the fluidized additive particles at a temperature which is sufficient to prevent the formation of fibers and adequate to form discrete substantially coated additive particles;(ii) a coated particulate made by the above process; and(iii) a process for providing in-reactor stabilization of a polyolefin during a polymerization reaction, using the coated additives prepared by the above described method.

Abstract: Strengthened high impact resistant styrene polymers having improved physical-mechanical properties, particularly a high resilience at room temperature and at lower temperatures, and break elongation, containing as a dispersed phase an olefinic rubber, preferably an ethylene-propylene or an ethylene-propylene-diene rubber and a polyolefin. The amount of the polyolefin may be up to 15% by weight.

Abstract: Resin composition containing vinyl polymer and olefin polymer for use in electrophotography, electrostatic recording and electrostatic printing and the like, more particularly the resin composition obtained by uniformly dispersing the olefin polymer in the vinyl polymer, and the toner containing this resin composition are disclosed.

Abstract: A thermoplastic pelletizable polymer composition comprising an oligomer or degraded polyolefin and an olefinic elastomer. Optionally, the composition can also include a polyolefin thermoplastic polymer. The composition, when converted to a film or fabric meets the criteria or drapability, low hardness on the Shore A scale, high melt flow and reprocessability.

Abstract: Compatible polymer blends useful as melt adhesives comprising a copolymer of butene-1 and from about 5.5 to about 20 weight percent of ethylene or propylene, a hydrocarbon tackifier and a low molecular weight liquid polybutene having a molecular weight greater than about 2000.

Abstract: Compatible polymer blends useful as melt adhesives comprising a copolymer of butene-1 and from about 5.5 to about 20 weight percent of ethylene or propylene, a hydrocarbon tackifier and an amorphous polypropylene.

Abstract: Hot melt packaging adhesive compositions consisting essentially of 35 to 45% by weight of an ethylene n-butyl acrylate copolymer containing 25-45% by weight, preferably 30 to 40% n-butyl acrylate and having a melt index of at least 50; 35 to 55% of a terpene phenolic tackifier; and 10 to 20% by weight of a high melting synthetic wax provide adhesives characterized by an excellent balance of high and low temperature performance without sacrifice to machinability or thermal stability.

Abstract: A can carrier composition comprising at least one of each of the following components wherein all parts are by weight based on 100 parts by weight of component (i):(i) a high pressure polyethylene having a density in the range of about 0.918 to about 0.930 gram per cubic centimeter;(ii) a linear polyethylene having a density of less than about 0.925 gram per cubic centimeter in an amount of about 2 to about 35 parts;(iii) polyethylene wax in an amount of about 0.5 to about 5 parts;(iv) a mineral filler coated with a metal salt of a fatty acid in an amount of about 0.05 to about 0.50 parts;(v) a secondary amide in an amount of about 0.02 to about 0.15 part;(vi) an antioxidant in an amount of about 0.02 to about 0.10 part; and(vii) an organic phosphorus compound in an amount of about 0.005 to about 0.05 part.

Abstract: Tires possessing a tread composition formed by curing a blend comprised of: (A) at least one suitable rubber; (B) an effective amount of curative; (C) carbon black; and (D) a processing aid comprised of (i) C.sub.12 -C.sub.50 paraffin wax; and (ii) pentaerythritol tetrastearate, which processing aid preferably further comprises a carrier such as calcium carbonate are most easily processed and exhibit improved handling, durability and rolling resistance as well as reduced heat buildup.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel polyethylene synthetic pulp giving synthetic paper which may be heat-treated with a heating apparatus attached to a conventional papermaking machine. The polyethylene synthetic pulp comprises fibers of polyethylene which has an MFR (Melt Flow Ratio) of 0.1 to 3,000 g/10 min., and the portion with a low melting point thereof, which melts at a temperature of 95.degree. C. or lower when measured with a DSC (Differential Scanning Calorimeter), is at least 20% by weight, preferably, 40% to 70%.

Abstract: Coating compositions suitable for use as coatings or inks for metallic foils, such as aluminum foil, as well as for use on other materials, such as papers and plastics resin films, are disclosed. These compositions comprise a water dispersable polyester resin, an alkylated amino resin and water. They may optionally include a pigment and other optional modifying ingredients. These compositions, being water-based, provide improved environmental compatibility and may be dried under relatively low temperatures without objectional ammonia residue odor.

Abstract: Thermoplastic hot-melt adhesive granulate for melt-coating, the granulate particles of which have a coating of a film of paraffin with a melting point of 45.degree. C. to 85.degree. C. in an amount of up to 5% by weight, based on the polymer. The antioxidant is present in the film coating. The invention also relates to a method for the manufacture of this hot-melt adhesive granulate and to its used as a hot-melt coating for heat sealing.

Abstract: Tamper-resistant inner seals that bond firmly to the lips of lidded and capped glass and plastic containers. The innerseals incorporate a metallic foil having a heat-sealable adhesive applied to one surface thereof. The heat-sealable adhesive comprises a paraffin wax or blend of paraffin wax and microcrystalline wax, polystyrene or derivative thereof, rosin or derivative thereof, and at least one high molecular weight polymeric material selected from the group consisting of ethylene/acrylic acid copolymers, ethylene/vinyl acetate copolymers, ethylene/methacrylate copolymers, and ethylene/vinyl acetate/methacrylic acid terpolymers, and blends thereof.

Abstract: Modified heat seal coatings are disclosed which impact improved heat seal jaw release characteristics to polypropylene fibers. These coatings are based on a partially neutralized terpolymer of vinylidene chloride, methyl methacrylate and acrylic acid.

Abstract: Compositions are provided which comprise 50-80% of a synthetic wax, such as a Fischer-Tropsch wax, in combination with 10-50% of a polyethylene material having a Brookfield viscosity at 284.degree. F. greater than about 5000 centipoise. The compositions serve as replacements for commercially available low viscosity polyethylenes, i.e., polyethylenes having Brookfield viscosities at 284.degree. F. of less than about 1000 centipoise, in such applications as lubricating plastic extrusions and coating paperboard stock. The compositions can be prepared by melting and then mixing the components. Accordingly, custom tailoring of the compositions for specific applications can be readily performed.

Abstract: Compatible polymer blends useful as melt adhesives comprising a low density ethylene polymer, a copolymer of butene-1 and ethylene or propylene, a hydrocarbon tackifier and a low molecular weight polymer selected from the group consisting of a low molecular weight liquid polybutene, an amorphous polypropylene and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed are hot melt compositions having good resistance to flow at temperatures up to 100.degree. C. The compositions are homogenous blends, which consist essentially of (1) an ethylene--mono-unsaturated ester copolymer having a melt index from 2 to about 20, or an ethylene terpolymer having a melt index of from about 6 to about 20; (2) a heat resistant polymer having a crystalline melting point greater than 109.degree. C.; (3) a tackifier resin having a Ring and Ball (R&B) softening point of from about 85.degree. C. to about 110.degree. C.; and (4) a hydrocarbon wax. When the tackifier resin has a R&B softening point of 100.degree. C. to about 110.degree. C., a naphthenic oil must also be added. The compositions may also contain a finely divided inorganic filler when used as an adhesive to produce pile fabrics or for backcoating the primary backing of a tufted carpet. The compositions are useful in the manufacture of carpets.

Abstract: In a heat sealable coating composition for application to a polymer film wherein the composition contains (a) a film-forming aqueous latex based on an interpolymer or blend one or more acrylate esters and, optionally, one or more alpha, beta ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acids, (b) inorganic particulate hot slip agent and (c) wax-containing cold slip agent, an improvement is provided which comprises the presence therein of such an aqueous latex in which the average particle size of the interpolymer component is from about 0.03 to about 0.5 microns.

Abstract: A roofing membrane composition comprising:(a) a first hydrolyzable polyolefin having a density less than or equal to 0.92 selected from the group consisting of (i) a copolymer of ethylene or propylene and silane and (ii) a silane modified polyethylene, polypropylene, or ethylene/propylene copolymer wherein, in (i) or (ii), the silane is present in an amount of about 0.

Abstract: Corrosive resistant, coated laminate consisting of metal substrate, anti-corrosive layer and paint layer, which is characterized by the fact that the anti-corrosive layer is formed by a composition containing, as essential components, at least one hexa-valent chromium containing chromium compound having a solubility of 20 to 10.sup.-5 and aqueous silica and/or aqueous resin as binder, and as optional component, a water soluble chromium compound having a solubility of more than 20, and the paint layer is free from chromium compound. The laminate is excellent, inter alia, in adhesion of coating and anti-corrosive property. The invention also provides a coated metal plate having excellent corrosion resistance and continuous spot weldability.

Abstract: A composite useful in thermal energy storage, said composite being formed of a polyethylene matrix having a straight chain alkyl hydrocarbon incorporated therein, said polyethylene being crosslinked to such a degree that said polyethylene matrix is form stable and said polyethylene matrix is capable of absorbing at least 10% by weight of said straight chain alkyl hydrocarbon; the composite is useful in forming pellets or sheets having thermal energy storage characteristics.

Abstract: The polyolefin-based resin composition of the invention comprises (a) 100 parts by weight of a polyolefin-based resin such as polyethylenes, polypropylenes and copolymers of ethylene and propylene, (b) from 20 to 300 parts by weight of a wax such as a petroleum wax and (c) from 20 to 300 parts by weight of a mineral oil and/or a synthetic oil and the components are melted together into a uniform melt and then molded and solidified into a block or slab which is useful as a material for carving works. The material can be carved or engraved even by a child or a beginner in the art of carving works to create fine sculptures.

Abstract: A chemical composition for use as an anti-glare agent on surfaces, such as television screens and/or glass covered objects such as pictures. The composition includes(a) an organic material dissolvable in a fast evaporating solvent,(b) a fast evaporating solvent for the organic material,(c) a wax material dissolvable in a slow evaporating solvent, and(d) a slow evaporating solvent for the wax material.

Abstract: Novel rubber connectors and other rubber parts for use in human infusion sets and rubber compositions and other rubber parts for use in human infusion sets and products produced thereby, such compositions comprising by weight a major amount of rubber selected from mixtures of natural rubber and synthetic natural rubber, the novel composition further comprising by weight a minor amount of a high density polyolefin and a filler, the composition being capable of being cured with an effective amount of a peroxide curing agent and an activator to achieve cross-linking of the rubber and the high density polyolefin.

Abstract: Aqueous, air drying latex coating compositions contain a large proportion of wax which dries to provide a continuous and durable film from which the wax exudes slowly and progressively to the surface over a long period of time to provide long-term water repellency. The coatings are primarily intended for application to exterior wood surfaces.

Abstract: Disclosed is an improved process for affecting preparation of resin particles by a bead polymerization reaction which for example comprises (1) providing a solution mixture of water, suspension agent, and surfactant; (2) adding thereto while stirring a monomer component, a low molecular weight wax, and a polymerization initiator; (3) affecting polymerization of the monomer by heating the resulting solution at a temperature of from about 90 degrees Centigrade to about 120 degrees Centigrade; and (4) separating the resulting polymer from the reaction mixture.

Abstract: The mechanical properties of polyphenylene ether-polyamide mixtures are improved by the addition of an oxidized polyolefin wax. In addition, a phosphite is preferably added.

Abstract: The low-temperature fluidity improver comprising(A) an adduct formed by adding a reaction product having the weight average polymerization degree of 1 to 100, which is prepared from an .alpha.-olefin having the average carbon atom number of 10 to 30 and maleic anhydride, to an aliphatic alcohol having the average carbon atom number of 6 to 28, in which the sum of the average carbon atom number in the longest alkyl group chain of the .alpha.-olefin and the average carbon atom number in the longest carbon chain of the aliphatic alcohol is 22 to 40, and/or a salt of said adduct, and(B) a low molecular weight polyethylene having the numerical average molecular weight of 500 to 20,000 and/or a reaction product thereof with maleic anhydride.

Abstract: An ink composition for thermal transfer printing of about 30 to 50 weight percent of a masterbatch including a pigment or dye uniformly dispersed in a copolymer of at least one of styrene and an .alpha.-olefin and at least one of a maleic anhydride and a dialkyl maleate and about 50 to 70 weight percent wax or resin is provided. The ink composition is suitable for use as the ink layer of an electrothermal transfer recording sheet.