Abstract: A process for preparing an aqueous polymer dispersion by free-radically initiated emulsion polymerization using an aqueous monomer miniemulsion which is obtained by passing an aqueous crude monomer emulsion through at least one microporous membrane having an average pore diameter?1000 nm.

Abstract: Inner liners of foam insulated refrigerators and freezers are made of mineral filled bimodal polyethylene.

Abstract: Olefinic interpolymer compositions comprising the olefinic interpolymer, residuals from a transition metal catalyst and boron containing activator package, and a charge dissipation modifier and methods for making them. The compositions have dissipation factors that are at least 50% less than the corresponding olefinic interpolymer compositions which have not been treated with charge dissipation modifiers. The compositions are useful in wire and cable applications.

Abstract: An encapsulant composition and an electronic package. The composition includes a resin, a flexibilizing agent, and a filler material. The electronic package includes a substrate, a semiconductor chip, and a material. The semiconductor chip is mounted on an upper surface of the substrate and electrically coupled to the substrate. The material is positioned on the upper surface of the substrate and against an edge surface of the semiconductor chip. The edge surface of the semiconductor chip is substantially perpendicular to a bottom surface of the semiconductor chip. The material is the encapsulant composition.

Abstract: A rubber composition containing (A) 100 parts by mass of a rubber component containing 30 parts by mass or more of a diene-based rubber, (B) 0.1 to 1.0 parts by mass of dithiosalicylic acid and (C) 0.05 to 0.5 part by mass, in terms of a metal content of an organic metal salt and a pneumatic tire using the same, whereby an alternative to DCBS exhibiting adhesion characteristics of rubber with steel cord equivalent to that of DCBS and capable of being applied to rubber for a belt cord and/or an edge cushion of a tire can be developed.

Abstract: A method of making an encapsulant composition. The method includes: providing a first quantity of resin material of epoxy or cyanate ester resins; adding to the first quantity of resin material a second quantity of flexibilizing agent; adding to the first quantity of resin material a third quantity of filler material; blending the resin material. After adding the flexibilizing agent, adding the filler material, and blending the resin material, applying the composition to a gap between a substrate and a semiconductor chip. After applying the composition to the gap, pregelling the composition. After pregelling the composition, substantially curing the composition.

Abstract: A thermoplastic polymer composition that exhibits substantially isotropic post injection molding shrinkage. The thermoplastic polymer composition includes a blend of highly crystalline polypropylene homopolymer, an ethylene-C4-8 ?-olefin plastomer and talc having a D50 of about 2.0 ?m or less. The thermoplastic polymer composition exhibits post injection molding shrinkage, low temperature impact strength and tensile strength that is similar to or better than relatively expensive engineering resins and blends. The thermoplastic polymer composition according to the invention is particularly useful for forming injection molded parts for motor vehicles.

Abstract: Polyolefin compositions comprising a particular hindered phenolic antioxidant selected from the group consisting of tris(3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl)isocyanurate, 1,3,5-tris-(3,5-di -tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzyl)-2,4,6-trimethylbenzene and the calcium salt of the monoethyl ester of 3,5-di-tert-butyl-4-hydroxybenzylphosphonic acid, an oligomeric sterically hindered amine light stabilizer, a hydroxylamine stabilizer or trialkylamine N-oxide stabilizer, and, optionally, an organic phosphorus stabilizer, are effectively stabilized against degradation upon melt processing, long term heat aging, and exposure to combustion products of natural gas.

Abstract: Olefinic interpolymer compositions comprising the olefinic interpolymer, residuals from a transition metal catalyst and boron containing activator package, and a charge dissipation modifier and methods for making them. The compositions have dissipation factors that are at least 50% less than the corresponding olefinic interpolymer compositions which have not been treated with charge dissipation modifiers. The compositions are useful in wire and cable applications.

Abstract: Disclosed are adhesives and processes for preparing the same, comprising at least one first homogeneous ethylene/?-olefin interpolymer, and optionally at least one tackifier, and optionally at least one plasticizer. The claimed adhesives are useful as adhesives such as are employed in various applications, such as in masking tape, clear office tape, labels, decals, bandages, decorative and protective sheets (such as shelf and drawer liners), floor tiles, sanitary napkin/incontinence device placement strips, sun control films, the joining of gaskets to automobile windows, packaging, bookbinding, construction of nonwoven articles, and insulation bonding.

Abstract: A dispersing agent suitable for suspension polymerization of vinyl compounds, comprising a polyvinyl alcohol resin containing carbonyl groups in its molecule and having a block character of remaining fatty acid ester groups of at least 0.5 and an absorbance of at least 0.1 measured at each of wavelengths of 215 nm, 280 nm and 320 nm with respect to a 0.1% by weight aqueous solution of the polyvinyl alcohol resin, wherein the ratio of absorbance at 320 nm to absorbance at 280 nm is at least 0.3. The dispersing agent has an excellent surface activity and can suppress foaming which may occur in the suspension polymerization of vinyl compounds.

Abstract: A composition for use in making an encapsulant usable in the encapsulation of a semiconductor chip assembled to a substrate with C4 solder interconnections therebetween, which in turn may form part of an electronic package. The composition comprises a resin, a flexibilizing agent and a filler material.

Abstract: Olefinic interpolymer compositions comprising the olefinic interpolymer, residuals from a transition metal catalyst and boron containing activator package, and a charge dissipation modifier and methods for making them. The compositions have dissipation factors that are at least 50% less than the corresponding olefinic interpolymer compositions which have not been treated with charge dissipation modifiers. The compositions are useful in wire and cable applications.

Abstract: A synthetic resin composition includes at least one synthetic resin and RBC or CRBC particles dispersed in the resin. A method for preparing a synthetic resin composition includes mixing RBC or CRBC particles with a synthetic resin at a temperature near the melting temperature of the synthetic resin. Preferably, the method of includes the step of kneading the mixture.

Abstract: The present invention relates to substantially free-flowing polymer particles. The polymer particles are those which have a one millimeter penetration temperature of less than about 75° C. as determined by thermal mechanical analysis or an unconfined yield strength of greater than about 15 pounds per square foot (73 kilograms per square meter). The composition also comprises an effective amount of an anti-blocking agent in the presence or absence of a binding agent.

Abstract: A poly(?-olefin) copolymer obtained from the polymerization of at least one ?-olefin having from 2 to about 20 carbon atoms and at least one bulky olefin, the process comprising polymerizing the monomers in the presence of hydrogen and a catalytically effective amount of a catalyst comprising the product obtained by combining a metallocene procatalyst with a cocatalyst; lubricant compositions comprising such poly(?-olefin) copolymer; and a method for improving the viscosity index of a lubricant composition using such poly(?-olefin) copolymer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to wax formulations comprising a wax constituent a) plus at least one high molecular mass isobutene polymer b) in an amount of from 0.1 to 5 parts by weight per part by weight of constituent a).

Abstract: A non-toxic malleable, bounceable modeling compound stretchable in a manner similar to chewing gum which is particularly suitable for children. The compound is comprised essentially of a butyl rubber, vulcanized vegetable oil, one or more softening agents, an inorganic filler material, antioxidant and binder. The pliable compound can retain a molded shape for years and is an ideal sculpting material, stress reliever, and aid for improving dexterity. The compound is produced according to a tri-phase process that does not require heating or baking.

Abstract: We have found a novel spray-on adhesive composition made from components including a high melt index polymer and a high melt tackifier that interact to produce a composition that can form a low odor, light color, non-tacky, hot melt adhesive material that can be used in disposable article manufacture. The adhesive is thermally stable at hot melt application conditions, is low in cost, is easily applied and produces high quality disposable articles.

Abstract: This invention relates to an UV stabilizing additive composition comprising an ortho-hydroxy triazine compound, a hindered hydroxybenzoate compound and optionally a hindered amine compound. This additive composition may be used to stabilize materials from UV radiation. This invention also contemplates a method of stabilizing a material by contacting the material with the UV stabilizing additive composition.

Abstract: Cationic mordants are described that will not significantly interact with anionic dyes in aqueous jet inks, but will form strong complexes with the dyes on the substrate as the water is absorbed and dissipated. The mordants are cationic amide salts of maleated hydrocarbons, and when in aqueous dispersions have an average particle size of less than one micron. These materials result in less feathering of the ink during printing and improved waterfastness of the ink on a paper substrate.

Abstract: Particulate materials are cold molded by preheating a binder and the material to be bound to a temperature of from 160 to 240° C., and then press molding at a temperature less than 80° C. and at a pressure of from 1 to 120 bar to give a molding, wherein the binder contains a polymer powder or aqueous polymer dispersion thereof, the polymer having a glass transition temperature Tg greater than 80° C. and a complex viscosity less than 15,000 Pa·s at 190° C., and derived from one or more comonomer units from the group of vinyl esters of optionally branched C1-18 alkylcarboxylic acids, (meth)acrylic esters of optionally branched C1-15 alcohols, dienes, olefins, vinylaromatics, and vinyl halides. The moldings exhibit excellent properties including resistance to sagging at elevated temperatures, and are recyclable.

Abstract: The present invention provides a coating composition for producing difficult-to-wet surfaces, comprising i) at least one finely divided powder whose particles have a hydrophobic surface and a porous structure characterized by a BET surface area (determined in accordance with DIN 66131) of at least 1 m2/g, and ii) at least one film-forming binder characterized by a surface tension <50 mN/m, the weight ratio of powder to binder being at least 1:4. It also provides a process for producing difficult-to-wet surfaces, and provides for the use of the coating compositions for producing surfaces having a self-cleaning effect and for reducing the flow resistance for liquids in pipes.

Abstract: Sound-deadening composites of metallocene copolymers having superior properties are used in automotive applications. Flexible composites having low temperature performance properties with improved elongation and impact strength are provided.

Abstract: A drag-reducing polymer capable of dissolving even in cold fluids is described, along with a method for manufacturing said drag-reducing polymer. The drag-reducing polymer has at least one alpha-olefin monomer with between a four and nine carbon chain length and a co-monomer and has less than 25% monomers (molar content) with carbon chain lengths of 12 or longer. A drag-reducing polymer suspension is also described.

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 &mgr;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.

Abstract: The present invention aims at preparing polypropylene resin pre-expanded particles capable of providing an inmolded expanded article which prevents pollution of a mold by polypropylene powder at molding, packed products from being damaged by friction due to vibration at transport, and powder generation at the same time. Polypropylene resin pre-expanded particles comprising a resin composition containing a fatty acid amide compound is used.

Abstract: An optical nanocomposite material has a nanoparticulate filler dispersed in a host plastic material. According to the method of making the nanocomposite material, a predetermined temperature sensitive optical vector, such as refractive index, of the plastic host material and nanoparticulate filler are directionally opposed resulting in a nanocomposite material having significantly improved stability of the refractive index with respect to temperature.

Abstract: A rubber composition for a roller is disclosed, which comprises: 100 parts by weight of an ethylene/propylene/non-conjugated diene terpolymer, 125 to 180 parts by weight of a softener, and 15 to 40 parts by weight of a silica reinforcer. A recording medium feeding roller is also disclosed, at least whose surface portion is made of the rubber composition for a roller. By virtue of these features, the rubber composition for a roller and the recording medium feeding roller is capable of reliably preventing migratory stain from depositing on a surface of recording medium when brought into contact with the recording medium.

Abstract: Polyolefin compositions in powder form suited for metal coating, including (percentage by weight): 1) from 1% to 40% of hollow microspheres; 2) from 60% to 99% of a composition comprising: a) from 25% to 95% of polypropylene, polyethylene or crystalline propylene copolymers or mixtures thereof; b) from 0% to 70% of an elastomeric copolymer; c) from 0.5% to 10% of propylene or polyethylene modified with polar groups; d) from 0% to 10% of titanium dioxide.

Abstract: An aqueous dispersion of a thermoplastic resin which is capable of forming a coating exhibiting excellent water resistance, oil resistance, chemical resistance and adhesion to non-polar materials as well as its production method and its applications are provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a very high solid content contact adhesive (VHS) which has a higher solid content than previously thought attainable in the prior art without increasing the viscosity beyond operable levels. Additionally, the present invention provides a VHS application device which allows substantially more uniform application of the VHS than was previously attainable.

Abstract: The invention provides a copolymer of propylene and pentene, together with a process for producing such copolymer and a polymer composition. In the process, propylene and pentene are reacted in a reaction zone at a pressure of 60 kg/cm2 and temperature of 0-100° C. for 20-480 minutes in the presence of a Ziegler-Natta catalyst or catalyst system. The polymer composition has several components, namely the above copolymer, a phenolic stabilizer, an organic phosphite stabilizer, a thioether stabilizer and at least one metal salt of a higher aliphatic acid, with the proviso that at least one of the organic phosphite stabilizer, the thioether stabilizer and said salt must be present, so that up to two thereof can optionally be omitted.

Abstract: The present invention provides a raw rubber lapping film formed of an ethylene·&agr;-olefin random copolymer comprising ethylene unit and an &agr;-olefin unit having 4 to 20 carbon atoms and a raw rubber bale lapped with this film. Since the film is superior in strength and release properties and has good dispersibility in ethylene·&agr;-olefin copolymer rubber, the operation of lapping raw rubber with a film, the operation of stripping a film from a lapped raw rubber bale and the operation of separating each of a plurality of raw rubber bales are carried out easily and yet there is no adverse effect on the subsequent rubber processing step without stripping the film by heating at a temperature higher than the melting point of the film at the time of kneading.

Abstract: A method for the preparation of polymer particles comprising the steps of: a) forming an organic phase by dissolving a polymer material in a solvent; b) dispersing the organic phase in an aqueous phase comprising a particulate stabilizer and homogenizing the resultant dispersion, thereby forming spherical particles having a selected particle and uniform particle size distribution; c) following the homogenizing, adding a particle shape-modifying surface active material to the spherical particles; and d) removing the solvent, thereby producing irregularly shaped polymer particles having substantially the same selected particle size and particle size distribution as that of the spherical particles.

Abstract: A rubber composition having improved properties containing a starting rubber (e.g., diene rubber) and a polysiloxane having the following alkoxysilyl group (I) and/or acyloxysilyl group (II) and having an average degree of polymerization of 3 to 10,000: ≡Si—OR1  (I) ≡Si—OCOR2  (II) wherein, R1 is a substituted or unsubstituted monovalent hydrocarbon group having 1 to 18 carbon atoms or an organic group containing an ether bond and R2 is hydrogen or a hydrocarbon group having 1 to 21 carbon atoms. The polysiloxane is impregnated in an inert powder.

Abstract: Medical devices of synthetic rubber are prepared from cis-1,4-polyisoprene by dip molding without the use of sulfur containing components. The devices have surprisingly favorable tensile characteristics despite what is known in regard to synthetic cis-1,4-polyisoprene. In addition, the absence of both the proteins present in natural rubber and the sulfur components that are typically used in vulcanization of both natural rubber and cis-1,4-polyisoprene of the prior art renders the devices freely usable without causing the user to suffer Type I or Type IV allergic reactions that typically arise from contact with natural rubber.

Abstract: Disclosed are packages, cartons, cases, and trays comprising a hot melt adhesive, in turn comprising at least one first homogenous linear or substantially linear ethylene polymer having a particular density and melt viscosity at 350° F. (177° C.), up to 60 weight percent wax and up to 40 weight percent tackifier. In particular, disclosed are packages, cartons, cases, and trays comprising a hot melt adhesive characterized by: a) at least one homogeneous linear or substantially linear interpolymer of ethylene with at least one C3-C20 &agr;-olefin interpolymer having a density from 0.850 g/cm3 to 0.895 g/cm3; and b) up to 60 weight percent of at least one tackifying resin; and c) up to 40 weight percent of at least one wax, wherein the hot melt adhesive has a viscosity of less than about 5000 cPs (50 grams/(cm.second)) at 150° C.

Abstract: Isobutylene rubber particles comprising a finely divided isobutylene polymer, and isobutylene-based graft copolymer particles comprising the isobutylene rubber particles and a vinyl monomer graft-polymerized onto the particles, which are useful as an impact modifier having excellent weatherability and thermal stability for thermoplastic resins and provide a thermoplastic resin composition having an improved impact resistance.

Abstract: The present invention relates to inorganic particles, with the exception of silica, comprising at least one functionalized polyorganosiloxane grafted over all or part of their surface, the said polyorganosiloxane being functionalized by: at least one alkoxy group, and at least one organic group chosen from alkyls, alkenyls, mercaptoalkyls, sulphoxides, epoxys, (meth)acryloyloxy groups, amino groups, hydroxyl groups, siloxy groups, ethers, ketones, esters, phosphorus-containing groups or polymer portions comprising vinylaromatic, ether, amide or sulphur repeat units. The invention also relates to the process for the preparation of these particles. It also relates to compositions comprising the said particles and at least one thermoplastic polymer, particularly polyolefins.

Abstract: Disclosed are hot melt adhesives comprising ethylene/alpha-olefin copolymers prepared with either supported or unsupported metallocene-alumoxane catalysts for applications in hot melt adhesives used in automotive product assembly, packaging and food packaging. These ethylene copolymers have weight average molecular weight ranging from about 20,000 to about 100,000 and comonomer weight percent ranging from about 6 to about 30. The hot melt adhesive composition includes the ethylene copolymer and a compatible tackifier at a ratio of tackifier to copolymer of from 70:30 to 30:70 and may also include up to 30 weight percent of a paraffinic and microcrystalline wax of the copolymer and tackifier.

Abstract: The invention provides a polymer which is a polymerization product obtained by polymerizing at least ethylene, 1-pentene and 1-hexene; and a process for producing a polymer by reacting at least ethylene, 1-pentene and 1-hexene in a reaction zone at a pressure between atmospheric and 60 kg/cm3 and at a temperature between 30° C. and 120° C., in the presence of a catalyst system. The invention also provides a polymer composition which comprises a terpolymer of ethylene, 1-pentene and 1-hexene, a phenolic stabilizer component, a metal salt of a higher aliphatic acid, and, optionally, at least one organic phosphite stabilizer.

Abstract: Podalic foot pads of various shapes and configurations which utilize a padding material that is primarily an A-B-A triblock copolymer and a plasticizer. A-B diblock copolymers may be compounded into the padding material. An anti-bleed agent is preferably employed. The plasticizer may be a resin, mineral oil or otherwise. A detackifier may be employed such as grape seed oil or another slip agent. Antioxidants, pigments and micropsheres may be added to the material. The material has good cushioning properties.

Abstract: This invention relates to improving the flow of flowing streams of hydrocarbons, such as petroleum or finished products, in a conduit such as a pipeline. The present invention also relates to a stable, nonagglomerating nonaqueous suspension suitable for improving flow of hydrocarbons in conduits, particularly finished product hydrocarbons in conduits.

Abstract: The present invention comprises an abrasion-resistant and blocking-resistant hot melt ink, which can be printed at a temperature of approximately 80.degree. C. to 100.degree. C. which includes an adhesion-facilitating substance, a viscosity-facilitating substance and a copolymer of polyvinyl pyrrolidone with one or several long-chain .alpha.-olefins with at least 10 carbon atoms. The ink has excellent adhesion properties with respect to the imprintable material or printing substrate, and withstands normal handling such as folding or bending. Additionally, the present invention includes colored hot melt inks that exhibit improved transparency properties even if the inks are formulated for printing at low temperatures.

Abstract: The present invention provides a laser markable coating composition comprising a colorant and a polymeric material whose opacity changes substantially irreversibly when exposed to heat. The composition may further include a carrier, an adhesion promoter, an energy transfer agent, an opaque polymeric material, and one or more binder resins. The present invention further provides a heat responsive colorant particle comprising a colorant and a polymeric material whose opacity changes substantially irreversibly when exposed to heat. A laser beam can be used to provide the heat. An example of a suitable polymeric material that irreversibly changes in opacity is a styrene/acrylic microsphere. An example of a suitable colorant is carbon black pigment. An example of an energy transfer agent is fumed silica. An example of an adhesion promoter is an oxidized polyethylene. An example of a suitable carrier is water.

Abstract: A rubber composition having improved properties containing a starting rubber (e.g., diene rubber) and a compounding agent consisting of a silane coupling agent and a carbon black, calcium carbonate or stearic acid powder impregnated with a polysiloxane having the following alkoxysilyl group (I) and/or acyloxysilyl group (II) and having an average degree of polymerization of 3 to 10,000:.tbd.Si--OR.sup.1 (I).tbd.Si--OCOR.sup.2 (II)wherein, R.sup.1 is a substituted or unsubstituted monovalent hydrocarbon group having 1 to 18 carbon atoms or an organic group containing an ether bond and R.sup.2 is hydrogen or a hydrocarbon group having 1 to 21 carbon atoms.

Abstract: This invention relates to a non-contact coating method for producing a continuous coating and articles constructed therefrom. This invention further relates to a method for producing a textile material with a moisture-impermeable barrier layer and to a method for producing a moisture-absorbing article of hygiene which has such a barrier layer. This invention particularly relates to a textile material and hygienic disposable articles comprising a body fluid impermeable barrier layer which can be produced from a non-contact coating method. Preferably, the thermoplastic composition used for producing the barrier layer exhibits certain rheological characteristics and comprises at least one homogeneous linear or substantially linear interpolymer of ethylene with at least one C.sub.3 -C.sub.20 alpha-olefin, further characterized by each said interpolymer having a polydispersity less than about 2.5.

Abstract: The present invention provides containers for chemicals which require a high purity, such as chemicals for use in manufacturing computer chips and pharmaceuticals. Such containers should not contaminate the contents due to extraction or other phenomena. The present invention provides a container having a low metals content and a low hydrogen peroxide extractables.

Abstract: A composition suitable for coating fabrics is provided. The composition comprises a halogen-containing copolymer of a C.sub.4 to C.sub.7 isomonoolefin and a para-alkylstyrene; a filler; a processing aid, and a curing agent. A fabric coated with the composition is also provided.