Abstract: An oriented plastic composition (OPC) shaped article having a length, width and thickness dimension in which the width and thickness dimensions are less than that of the length dimension, having at least one surface that can be machined so that a portion of the OPC shaped article is reduced in the width or thickness dimension along at least a portion of the length of the article and a process for making and machining an OPC shaped article.

Abstract: The invention provides an inner liner rubber composition that enables improvements in handling stability, fuel economy, elongation at break, sheet processability, air barrier properties, and compounding cost in a balanced manner; and a pneumatic tire including an inner liner formed from the rubber composition.

Abstract: A fluororubber composition comprising 100 parts by weight of a peroxide-crosslinkable tetrafluoroethylene-vinylidene fluoride-hexafluoropropene ternary copolymer rubber having a fluorine content of 64 wt. % or more, (A) 5 to 90 parts by weight of carbon black having a specific surface area of 5 to 20 m2/g, (B) 5 to 40 parts by weight of a fine bituminous powder, (C) at least one of 1 to 20 parts by weight of hydrophilicity-imparted talc and/or 1 to 30 parts by weight of hydrophilicity-imparted clay, and (D) 0.5 to 6 parts by weight of an organic peroxide; the fluororubber composition being used as a molding material for fuel oil sealing materials to be in contact with fuel oil. The fluororubber composition provides a sealing materials having excellent metal corrosion resistance, without compounding an acid acceptor comprising a metal oxide.

Abstract: Disclosed is a composition, useful for a coating material, comprising coal ash and latex polymer and optionally a hydraulic binder, a superplasticizer, a rheology modifier, a filler, an aggregate, a foaming agent, a de-foaming agent, an accelerant and/or a retardant. The composition possesses favorable physicochemical properties and a low carbon footprint.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for diminishing the adsorption capacity of coal ash comprising inter alia admixing a quantity of coal ash with a quantity of latex polymer, ultimately to form a cementitious mixture. The invention is useful inter alia for relieving an environmental burden of coal ash disposal and for imparting favorable properties to the cementitious mixture.

Abstract: A polymer composition of a compatibilized silica in blends of acrylonitrile butadiene polymer and styrene butadiene polymer comprising six to ninety percent by weight of a compatibilized silica, at least one percent by weight of a coupling agent, at least one percent by weight of a styrene butadiene polymer, and at least one percent by weight of an acrylonitrile butadiene polymer is described herein. The polymer composition can have a minimum amount of at least ten percent by weight of 15:50 ratio, acrylonitrile to butadiene polymer, with the remainder being compatibilized silica.

Abstract: The present invention provides solution to the problems involved in construction of roads which are economical and which have longer life and low maintenance requirement. It provides a crack free, skid resistant and ravel free road. Also, the invention provides a process for the construction of road which is capable of addressing the problems of prior art.

Abstract: The invention provides a polymer modified binder using an asphalt plant mix modifier comprising a mixture of thermoplastic polymers, comprising both elastomers and plastomers, blended with oils and dispersed in a powder medium to facilitate flow. The use of polymers in dry form has provides for a means of incorporating additives into asphalt that can be successfully performed within the normal range of temperatures used for the mixing and compaction of hot mix asphalt.

Abstract: A cement mold-making silicone rubber composition is provided comprising (A) 100 parts by weight of a polyorganosiloxane having at least two silicon-bonded monovalent aliphatic unsaturated hydrocarbon groups in a molecule, (B) a polyorganohydrogensiloxane having at least three silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms in a molecule, in such an amount as to provide 0.1-5 silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms per monovalent aliphatic unsaturated hydrocarbon group in component (A), (C) a platinum base compound in such an amount as to provide 1-100 ppm of platinum atoms based on the weight of component (A), (D) 5-60 parts by weight of finely divided silica having a specific surface area of at least 50 m2/g, and (E) 0.1-100 parts by weight of coal ash and/or pozzolan powder.

Abstract: A granulated powder comprises a plurality of metal particles and an organic binder. It is obtainable by binding a plurality of metal particles to one another by the organic binder. The organic binder contains polyvinyl alcohol or a derivative thereof, a wax, and a nonionic surfactant. The total amount of the wax and the nonionic surfactant is preferably from 0.01 to 1 part by weight based on 100 parts by weight of the metal particles. Further, the organic binder preferably further contains a polyol and an organic amine.

Abstract: A polymer composition of a compatibilized silica in blends of acrylonitrile butadiene polymer and styrene butadiene polymer comprising six to ninety percent by weight of a compatibilized silica, at least one percent by weight of a coupling agent, at least one percent by weight of a styrene butadiene polymer, and at least one percent by weight of an acrylonitrile butadiene polymer is described herein. The polymer composition can have a minimum amount of at least ten percent by weight of 15:50 ratio, acrylonitrile to butadiene polymer, with the remainder being compatibilized silica.

Abstract: A recycled elastomeric composition that can include a natural rubber, a synthetic elastomeric polymer, or combinations thereof is described herein. The synthetic elastomeric polymer can include butadiene and styrene. The recycled elastomeric composition can also include a compatibilized silica with a coupling agent, a crumb rubber, a carbon black, a filler, and an extender oil. Articles comprising the recycled elastomeric composition can include: floor mats, tires, belts, rollers, footwear, wire or cable jacketing, roof edging, tubulars, and marine impact bumpers.

Abstract: A process for forming a compatibilized silica and nitrile polymer blend in latex form is described herein. The process can include treating a silica with a coupling agent in aqueous suspension to form a compatibilized silica slurry. The coupling agent can have the capacity of chemically reacting with the surface of the silica to bond the coupling agent thereto. The process can include blending at least a portion of the compatibilized silica slurry into a styrene butadiene polymer latex, forming a silica styrene butadiene polymer latex, and blending at least a portion of the compatibilized silica slurry into an acrylonitrile butadiene polymer latex, forming a silica acrylonitrile butadiene polymer latex. The process can include blending the silica styrene butadiene polymer latex with the silica acrylonitrile butadiene polymer latex, forming the compatibilized silica and nitrile polymer blend.

Abstract: An elastomeric thermoplastic non-vulcanized terpolymer composition formed from acrylonitrile, styrene, and liquid 1,3-butadiene is disclosed herein. The terpolymer can have from 20 percent by weight to 50 percent by weight of the acrylonitrile, from 0.5 percent by weight to 20 percent by weight of the styrene, and from 30 percent by weight to 79.5 percent by weight of the butadiene. The acrylonitrile can be cross-linked to the styrene. The thermoplastic non-vulcanized terpolymer can include fillers, UV stabilizers, and plasticizers. Also disclosed is an article formed by the elastomeric thermoplastic non-vulcanized terpolymer and a process for making the composition.

Abstract: High structure carbon black-styrene butadiene compositions and methods for making such are provided herein. In addition, articles made from the high structure carbon black-styrene butadiene compositions are also provided. The method can include high shear grinding a carbon black comprising from 1 percent by weight to 50 percent by weight of high structure carbon black that forms shear ground carbon black, and combining the shear grinded carbon black with water to form a carbon black slurry.

Abstract: Strengthened thermoplastic materials use fly ash or cinders as extenders. The extended materials use fly ash or cinders that preferably contain no more than about 2% by weight of moisture. The thermoplastic materials are preferably foamed and extruded to form extruded closed cell foam articles, for example a window blind slat, shutter louver, shutter stile, or shutter frame. Thermoplastic materials formed with the fly ash or cinders can also be formed into non-foamed products or into pellets for use in later extruding to form products.

Abstract: Composite materials and methods for their preparation are described herein. The composite materials include a polyurethane made from the reaction of an isocyanate and a mixture of polyols, and coal ash (e.g., fly ash). The mixture of polyols comprises at least two polyols including a high hydroxyl number polyol having a hydroxyl number greater than 250 and comprising from about 1% to about 25% by weight of the total polyol content used to form the polyurethane, and a low hydroxyl number polyol having a hydroxyl number of 250 or lower. The coal ash is present in amounts from about 40% to about 90% by weight of the composite material. Also described is a method of preparing a composite material, including mixing an isocyanate, a mixture of at least two polyols, coal ash (e.g., fly ash), and a catalyst.

Abstract: Composite materials and methods for their preparation are described herein. The composite materials include a polyurethane made from the reaction of an isocyanate and a polyol, and coal ash (e.g., fly ash). The isocyanates for these composite materials may be selected from the group consisting of diisocyanates, polyisocyanates, and mixtures thereof. The polyol consists essentially of one or more plant-based polyols, the one or more plant-based polyols including castor oil. The fly ash is present in amounts from about 40% to about 90% by weight of the composite material. Also described is a method of preparing a composite material, including mixing an isocyanate, a polyol, coal ash (e.g., fly ash), and a catalyst.

Abstract: Composite materials and methods for their preparation are described herein. The composite materials include a polyurethane made from the reaction of at least one isocyanate and at least one polyol, and coal ash (e.g., fly ash). The composite materials are highly reactive systems such as through the use of highly reactive polyols, highly reactive isocyanates, or both. The coal ash is present in amounts from about 40% to about 90% by weight of the composite material. Also described is a method of preparing a composite material, including mixing at least one isocyanate, at least one polyol, coal ash, and a catalyst.

Abstract: Composite materials and methods for their preparation are described herein. The composite materials include a polyurethane made from the reaction of at least one isocyanate and at least one polyol, and coal ash (e.g., fly ash). The isocyanates for these composite materials may be selected from the group consisting of diisocyanates, polyisocyanates, and mixtures thereof. The at least one polyol includes lesquerella oil. The coal ash is present in amounts from about 40% to about 90% by weight of the composite material. Also described is a method of preparing a composite material, including mixing at least one isocyanate, at least one polyol, coal ash (e.g., fly ash), and a catalyst.

Abstract: The composite material and block system is essentially an inner sleeve that is applied to the inner walls of an emissions system in a power plant, or any other plant that generates corrosive gases as a by-product of its process, in order to provide chemical corrosion resistance, abrasion resistance and insulation. In a preferred embodiment, the novel abrasion resistant material is formed from vinyl ester resin (about 10% to about 40% by weight), coal slag (about 30% to about 70% by weight), and fly ash (about 5% to about 30% by weight).

Abstract: The invention relates to a dispersing agent composition and to a process for treating liquid slurries of bentonite particles, optionally comprising contaminating solids, in order to remove any contaminating solids and/or the bentonite particles, wherein said dispersing agent composition is added to said slurry causing contaminating solids and/or the bentonite particles to settle without flocculation.

Abstract: There are provided a polyol curable fluororubber composition using a fluororubber of general use, a cured fluororubber formed article used as a grommet, a seal packing and the like for a gas sensor which can be used under high temperature circumstances using this, and a method of producing the same. A polyol curable fluororubber composition, which comprises 100 parts by weight of a fluororubber, 6 to 15 parts by weight of magnesium oxide, 0.5 to 5 parts by weight of a hydrotalcite group compound and 20 to 55 parts by weight of a mixture of thermal black and a bituminous coal filler. A cured fluororubber formed article which is produced by forming and curing the fluororubber composition in the presence of a polyol curing agent, and then subjecting the cured formed product to a stepwise temperature elevation treatment in a temperature range of 100° C. to 300° C.

Abstract: A cement mold-making silicone rubber composition is provided comprising (A) 100 parts by weight of a polyorganosiloxane having at least two silicon-bonded monovalent aliphatic unsaturated hydrocarbon groups in a molecule, (B) a polyorganohydrogensiloxane having at least three silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms in a molecule, in such an amount as to provide 0.1-5 silicon-bonded hydrogen atoms per monovalent aliphatic unsaturated hydrocarbon group in component (A), (C) a platinum base compound in such an amount as to provide 1-100 ppm of platinum atoms based on the weight of component (A), (D) 5-60 parts by weight of finely divided silica having a specific surface area of at least 50 m2/g, and (E) 0.1-100 parts by weight of coal ash and/or pozzolan powder.

Abstract: An oriented polymer composition containing thirty to 95 weight-percent inert inorganic filler and a continuous phase of at least one orientable polymer contains void spaces due to cavitation and has a density of less than 0.8 grams per cubic centimeter, a flexural modulus of 1.4 gigapascals or more, cross section dimensions all greater than 1.5 millimeters, a delamination force value of 44.5 Newtons (ten pounds force) or more and little or no blowing agent.

Abstract: Polymeric composite materials, particularly highly filled polyurethane composite materials are described herein. Such highly filled polyurethane composite materials may be formed by reaction and extrusion of one or more polyols, one or more di- or poly-isocyanates, and from about 45 to about 85 weight percent of inorganic filler such as fly ash. Certain polyols, including plant-based polyols can be used. Certain composite materials also contain chain extenders and/or crosslinkers. The polyurethane composite material may also contain fibers such as chopped or axial fibers which further provide good mechanical properties to the composite material. Shaped articles containing the polyurethane composite material have been found to have good mechanical properties, such that the shaped articles are suitable for building applications.

Abstract: A method for dispersing asphaltenes in a petroleum product by adding to the petroleum product 0.001% to 20% of at least one compound having formula (V) wherein R14 is C15–C21 alkyl. In addition to dispersing asphaltenes, the method of the present invention typically also increases demulsibility, reduces viscosity, reduces sediment formation, reduces surface fouling and reduces corrosion.

Abstract: The invention is directed to an oil extended rubber and composition comprising: a solution polymerized elastomer derived from isoprene and optionally at least member of the group consisting of conjugated dienes and vinyl aromatic monomers; and from about 5 to about 70 parts by weight, per 100 parts by weight of elastomer (phr), of a process oil having a glass transition temperature of from about ?80° C. to about ?40° C. and a polycyclic aromatic content of less than 3 percent by weight as determined by the IP346 method.

Abstract: A multipurpose cement dispersing, shrinkage compensating and anticorrosive polymer and an admixture comprising said polymer, which improve the workability and the early strength development of fresh concrete, are described.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for producing a highly reactive modified phenolic resin, which comprises mixing a heavy oil or pitch with 0.3 to 10 mol of a phenol, 0.2 to 9 mol in terms of formaldehyde, of a formaldehyde compound and 0.01 to 3.0 mol of an acid catalyst, each amount being based on 1 mol of the heavy oil or pitch calculated from an average molecular weight; and heating the resulting mixture with stirring, thereby to polycondensate the heavy oil or pitch, phenol and formaldehyde compound. According to this invention, there can be provided a process for producing simply and stably a highly reactive modified phenolic resin having low melt viscosity, excellent heat resistance and high reactivity with an epoxy resin, in one step.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for producing a highly reactive modified phenolic resin, which comprises mixing a heavy oil or pitch with 0.3 to 10 mol of a phenol, 0.2 to 9 mol in terms of formaldehyde, of a formaldehyde compound and 0.01 to 3.0 mol of an acid catalyst, each amount being based on 1 mol of the heavy oil or pitch calculated from an average molecular weight; and heating the resulting mixture with stirring, thereby to polycondensate the heavy oil or pitch, phenol and formaldehyde compound. According to this invention, there can be provided a process for producing simply and stably a highly reactive modified phenolic resin having low melt viscosity, excellent heat resistance and high reactivity with an epoxy resin, in one step.

Abstract: Aqueous alkyldiketene dispersions comprising an alkyldiketene, cationic starch having an amylopectic content of at least 95% by weight and as anionic dispersants(a) from 0.05 to 1.0% by weight of ligninsulfonic acid, condensates of naphthalenesulfonic acid and formaldehyde, sulfonated polystyrene, salts and mixtures of said polymers and (b) from 0.05 to 1.5% by weight of sulfuric monoesters of alcohols having at least 10 carbon atoms, phosphoric monoesters or diesters of alcohols having at least 10 carbon atoms, sulfuric monoesters of alkoxylated alcohols having at least 10 carbon atoms, phosphoric monoesters or diesters of alkoxylated alcohols having at least 10 carbon atoms, C.sub.12 -C.sub.30 -alkylsulfonic acids, salts and mixtures of said compoundscan be used as body size in the manufacture of paper, paperboard and cardboard and for making cellulose fibers hydrophobic.

Abstract: An asphaltic isocyanurate foam useful in roofing applications. The foam is made from asphalt having a penetration range of between approximately 5-25, a softening point of between approximately 120.degree. F. and 200.degree. F., and an asphaltene content of no more than about 30%. This asphalt is liquified and mixed with a mixture of polyols such as Voranol 270, Multranol 9138, and castor oil. Other chemicals, such as a surfactant, a viscosity reducer, and a flame retardant can also be included in this mixture. The mixture is then brought to a temperature of between approximately 140.degree. F. and 220.degree. F., mixed with water and a polyisocyanate in a molar ratio of polyisocyanate:polyol of between about 2.0:1 and about 2.5:1 and reacted to form an asphaltic isocyanurate foam.

Abstract: The present invention relates to crude oils and products derived therefrom, comprising, as asphaltene-dispersing agent, sarcosinates of the formula (I) ##STR1## in which R.sub.1 is C.sub.7 -C.sub.21 -alkyl or -alkenyl andR.sub.2 is H or C.sub.1 -C.sub.22 -alkyl.Precipitating out of asphaltenes is prevented by these dispersing agents.

Abstract: A new stable liquid suspension of a non soluble particulate material, and a method of preparation of same are provided. Such compositions comprise at least one oil, one oil soluble resin and a non oil soluble particulate material mixed together In the appropriate quantities and conditions.

Abstract: An electro-responsive elastomeric material comprising (A) an electrically insulating polymer having a specific modulus of elasticity and (B) a fine powder dispersed in the polymer which electrically polarizes under an electric field independent of water changes its viscoelasticity upon voltage application. The powder has a mean particle size of 0.5 to 500 .mu.m and is (1) a fine carbonaceous powder having a C/H atomic ratio of from 1.2 to 5, (2) composite particles having minute particulates of an insulating material dispersed in a matrix phase of a carbonaceous or carbide material, (3) composite particles having minute particulates of a carbonaceous or carbide material dispersed in a matrix phase of an insulating material, or (4) a fine composite powder of a stratum clay mineral having a two-dimensional stratum structure with a carbonaceous or carbide material incorporated between the strata.

Abstract: A stable emulsion of gilsonite, lignosulphonates and acrylic polymers in water.

Abstract: An asphalt or asphaltene refinery anti-foulant technique comprising the use in crude oil, or crude oil fraction, streams of alkyl-substituted phenol formaldehyde liquid resins in combination with hydrophilic-lipophilic vinylic polymers. The polymeric anti-foulant is added to asphalt or asphaltene containing crude oil streams to prevent fouling of metallic, or other, i.e. ceramic, surfaces, especially heat transfer surfaces.

Abstract: A novel thermoplastic resin composition is disclosed, which comprises a polyphenylene ether, a polyamide and a specific block copolymer as main components and has a specific dispersion morphology such that the polyamide forms a continuous phase in which the polyphenylene ether is dispersed and the block copolymer is micro-dispersed in the dispersed phase of the polyphenylene ether. The composition of the present invention has an excellent balance of thermal stability, heat distortion resistance, impact resistance, oil resistance, stiffness, etc., and, hence, is useful as an engineering material in the fields of automobiles, electric and electronic industries.

Abstract: A method of dispersing asphalt/asphaltene comprising an admixture of polymer A and polymer B ranging from 90 to 10 weight percent A to from 10 to 90 weight percent B. Wherein polymer A is an alkyl substituted phenolformaldehyde liquid resin having a weight average molecular weight ranging from about 1000 to about 20,000 and an alkyl substituent containing from 4 to 24 carbon atoms, with alkyl substituent may be linear or branched alkyl group. Polymer B is a hydrophilic-lipophilic vinylic polymer.

Abstract: Rubber compositions are disclosed which essentially comprise ethylene/alpha-olefin rubbers and specified amounts of a selected class of aromatic hydrocarbon resins containing a phenolic hydroxyl group and having specified hydroxyl numbers and softening points. The composition is highly roll-retentive and sufficiently tacky in an unvulvcanized state with vulcanization speed and vulcanizate quality held at an optimum level.

Abstract: An article of construction comprising a substrate coated with a multi-ply coating including an acrylic resin coating adhered to the surface of said substrate and underlying and adhered to an overlying acrylic resin coating, the acrylic resin of said underlying coating being a different acrylic resin than that of said underlying coating, the adhesive bond between said overlying and underlying coatings being stronger than if the bond were between two coatings formed from the same acrylic resin, and including embodiments in which fly ash is included in either the underlying or the overlying coating.

Abstract: A rubber composition containing carbon black as a reinforcing filler and a quaternary ammonium salt as a coupling agent and a method of making it are disclosed.

Abstract: Elastomer compositions are provided which contain high molecular weight water-insoluble humic acid humates. The compositions show improved bloom resistance in both the uncured and the vulcanized or otherwise cured state. Methods to make sponge rubber are also disclosed in which the humic acid humate is the gas producing agent. A predominantly humic acid humate containing composition maintains a clean mold, and curing an uncured article coated with the humate at elevated temperature will clean metal molds which have dirty surfaces, particularly when green coated articles are vulcanized in contact with the mold's surfaces.

Abstract: A rubber composition containing carbon black and a second particulate filler of kaolin, metakaolin, talc, pyrophyllite coal, coke, graphite or metal carbonate filler and a method of making it are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an adhesive composition for manufacturing glued laminated beams and wood constructions. One component of the adhesive composition is resorcinol-phenol resin. Resorcinol-phenol adhesives are as such known in the prior art. The main ingredients of these adhesives are resorcinol, formaldehyde and phenol. Among the drawbacks in the use and production of resorcinol-phenol adhesives are their high price and the fact that the raw materials are difficult to obtain. The purpose for employing the adhesive composition of the invention is to eliminate some of the difficulties connected with the availability of the raw materials, particularly resorcinol, and to help produce a new, more economical resorcinol-phenol based adhesive composition.

Abstract: This invention relates to an improved coating composition for application to aluminum cell cathodes, wherein said composition comprises a Refractory Hard Material, and a thermosetting resinous binder system.The resinous binder system is characterized by a char yield greater than 25 percent, while the coating composition exhibits expansion characteristics such as to adhere to a cathode block at temperatures up to and including those normally encountered in the operation of an aluminum cell. The ablation rate of the carbon system utilized is essentially equal to the combined wear and dissolution rate of the Refractory Hard Material in an aluminum cell environment.

Abstract: Plastisols useful for automobile undercoatings, anti-noise compositions, adhesives, sealing compositions and coatings for untreated, pretreated, phosphated, primed and prelacquered metal bases are improved by the addition of coke dust and coal dust fillers. The carbon dust fillers have a particle size of about 0.5 to 1000 microns and they are used in a concentration of about 9 to 90% by weight based on the total weight of plastisol and carbon dust. The carbon dust filled plastisols have a specific gravity of about 1.1 to 1.3.

Abstract: This invention relates to a blend of an olefin/alkyl acrylate copolymer and hardened extract which has a saturated hydrocarbon content of not more than 10% by weight and articles made therefrom, e.g. linings for reservoirs and for water proofing roofs. The new products are easier to manufacture since they resist gelation, do not suffer from problems of shrinkage and are appreciably cheaper.

Abstract: Plastisols useful for automobile undercoatings, anti-noise compositions, adhesives, sealing compositions and coatings for untreated, pretreated, phosphated, primed and prelacquered metal bases are improved by the addition of coke dust and coal dust fillers. The carbon dust fillers have a particle size of about 0.5 to 1000 microns and they are used in a concentration of about 9 to 90% by weight based on the total weight of plastisol and carbon dust. The carbon dust filled plastisols have a specific gravity of about 1.1 to 1.3.