Abstract: A corrosion inhibiting, EMI/RFI shielding composition is provided comprising a polyurethane resin which comprises a hydroxy or amine functional first polymer and an isocyanate, or isocyanurate terminated second polymer, a stabilized conductive filler, and an azole. In one embodiment of the invention a composition is provided comprising a polyurethane which comprises a fluoroolefin vinyl ether and an isocyanurate, a stabilized copper powder, and a triazole selected from the group consisting of alkyl substituted aromatic triazoles and other azoles. The invention further provides a method of composition a substrate with a composition of the invention in order to provide EMI/RFI shielding and prevent corrosion, and a substrate thus coated.

Abstract: Disclosed is a coating composition comprising (A) 10 to 70 parts by weight of a poly(meth)acrylate of mono- or polypentaerythritol, (B) 5 to 50 parts by weight of a urethane poly(meth)acrylate having at least two unsaturated double bonds in the molecule, (C) 5 to 50 parts by weight of a poly[(meth)acryloyloxyalkyl] (iso)cyanurate, (D) 2 to 30 parts by weight of an ultraviolet absorber, (E) 0.1 to 10 parts by weight of a photopolymerization initiator, and (F) 0.1 to 5 parts by weight of a hindered amine type light stabilizer, provided that the combined amount of components (A) to (F) is 100 parts by weight. This coating composition can form a crosslinked and cured film having excellent abrasion resistance, surface smoothness, thermal resistance, chemical resistance, durability, weather resistance and adhesion to the substrate.

Abstract: A process for preparing solid polymer blends and composites of controlled porosity in microemulsions containing both hydrophilic and hydrophobic phases. The microemulsions are prepared with surfactant systems that may include a cosolvent as a part thereof, together with a hydrophilic monomer, or monomers, dissolved in the hydrophilic phase of the microemulsion, and a hydrophobic monomer, or monomers, dissolved in the hydrophobic phase. Polymerization of the monomers thus present is carried out to provide highly uniform dispersions of the resulting polymers in each other. The invention allows for the control of the morphology of the blends, the improvement in compatability of otherwise incompatible polymers, and improvements in the processability of the polymers due to enhanced thermal and mechanical properties.

Abstract: Ingredients or precursor for synthesizing or formulating urethane polymers and prepolymers are dried by admixing therewith an enamine which reacts with the water. While some ingredients, such as polyols and solvents, can be individually dried in this manner, the enamine preferably is added after the polyol(s), solvent(s) and additives have been blended. When prepolymers having a relatively low free isocyanate content are to be synthesized or admixed with other ingredients, a sufficient amount of an isocyanate, preferably the same one used for synthesis, is added to react with amines liberated by the enamine-water reaction to produce an inert urea derivative.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is a process for the preparation of a toner, which comprises dissolving or dispersing a compound having at least one >C.dbd.N.sup..sym. < bond in its molecule and a colorant in a vinyl monomer and then suspension-polymerizing the vinyl monomer in an aqueous dispersion medium.

Abstract: o-Hydroxyohenyl-s-triazines containing suitable functional groups are incorporated in polymers by copolymerisation, copolycondensation, copolyaddition or by polymer-analogous reaction. The modified polymers so obtained have excellent stability to degradation induced by light, oxygen and heat. They can also be used as stabilisers.

Abstract: The present room temperature curing composition comprises an organopolysilethylenesiloxane represented by the following general formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 to R.sup.4 each represent an alkyl having up to 8 carbon atoms or a phenyl group and n is an integer of 10 or above, and an organosilane or an organosiloxane having two or more hydrolyzable groups such as alkoxy groups in the molecule. The composition can form a cured product high in rubber strength and excellent in chemical resistance.

Abstract: The compression set values of elastomers prepared from organosiloxane compositions that cure by a platinum-catalyzed hydrosilylation reaction are substantially reduced by the presence in said compositions of a phthalocyanine compound or a metal derivative of such a compound, where the metal is copper, nickel, cobalt or iron.

Abstract: In-situ development of an ultraviolet absorber is provided by a compound such as a hydroxy-phenyl-triazole containing a group which protects the absorber during actinically activated polymerization by light at first frequency. After polymerization the protective group is removed by actinic reaction at a second frequency lower than the first frequency. The protective group is formed by replacing the hydrogen of the hydroxyl group with an acyl group containing 1 to 3 carbon atoms or an acryloxy group of the formula: ##STR1## where R.sup.1 is either an alkyl containing 1 to 6 carbon atoms or --CH.dbd.CH.sub.2.

Abstract: A process for preparing a dispersion of a filler e.g., melamine, urea or borax in a dispersion or graft polymer polyol is provided. The process comprises (1) dispersing the filler in a suitable basestock (e.g., a polyether polyol) and (2) thereafter using this as the basestock for preparing the dispersion or graft polymer polyol.The polymer which is prepared in dispersed form in the second step may be for example (1) the reaction product of a polyamine, hydrazine or hydrazide and an isocyanate (PHD polymer) or (2) the reaction product of an olamine and an isocyanate (PIPA polymer). Alternatively styrene and acrylonitrile can be graft polymerised in the basestock in step (2). The new dispersion or graft polymer polyols containing dispersed filler are useful in the manufacture of fire resistant polyurethane foam for e.g., furniture applications.

Abstract: A group of substituted benzotriazoles unexpectedly improves the physical properties, particularly the tensile strength and tear strength, of peroxide cured organosiloxne elastomers.

Abstract: A corrosion inhibiting, EMI/RFI shielding composition is provided comprising a polyurethane resin which comprises a hydroxy or amine functional first polymer and an isocyanate terminated second polymer, a stabilized conductive filler, and an azole. In one embodiment of the invention a coating is provided comprising a polyurethane which comprises a fluoroolefin vinyl ether and an isocyanate terminated castor oil prepolymer, a stabilized copper powder, and a triazole selected from the group consisting of alkyl substituted aromatic trianzoles and other azoles. The invention further provides a method of coating a substrate with a coating of the invention in order to provide EMI/RFI shielding and prevent corrosion, and a substrate thus coated.

Abstract: Macrocyclic polyester oligomer compositions comprising alkylene isophthalate or terephthalate units or the like are prepared by the reaction of a diol with a diacid chloride in the presence of at least one amine characterized by substantially no steric hindrance around the basic nitrogen atom. The reaction is conducted under substantially anhydrous conditions and at a temperature form about -25.degree. to about +25.degree. C. The resulting macrocyclic oligomers may be converted to linear polyesters by contact with catalysts including alkali metal salicylates, stannous alkoxides and organotin compounds.

Abstract: Single-component diorganopolysiloxane compositions, stable in storage in the absence of atmospheric moisture and crosslinkable into elastomeric state in the presence of moisture, well adapted, e.g., as sealants and adhesives for the construction industry, contain (A) a diorganopolysiloxane polymer having silanol endgroups, (B) a ketiminoxysilane crosslinking agent, (C) a stabilizing amount of an isocyanurate of the formula: ##STR1## (D) an inorganic filler material, and (E) a metal curing catalyst.

Abstract: Aromatic polyamides having improved stability with respect to thermal oxidation are produced by adding to the reaction mixture present as a melt, a stabilizing amount, e.g., 0.05-4 mol % based on the sum total of components A and B, of a compound of Formula (I) ##STR1## wherein Q is --O--; --S--; or N--R'";R" and R'" are: --H; C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 -alkyl; or phenyl, e.g., benzimidazole.

Abstract: A primar composition comprising(A) 100 parts by weight of an organo-polysiloxane represented by the formula (1) ##EQU1## wherein R.sup.1 represents a substituted or unsubstituted monovalent hydrocarbon group, and a is a number of from 1.98 to 2.01, provided that 25 to 50 mol % of the hydrocarbon group is a perfluoroalkyl group and 0.01 to 10 mol % of the hydrocarbon group is a vinyl group, said organo-polysiloxane having a viscosity as measured at 25.degree. C. of 1,000,000 centistokes or more;(B) 5 to 100 parts by weight of a silica type filler;(C) 0.5 to 50 parts by weight of isocyanurate-type organosilicon compound represented by the formula (2) ##STR1## wherein R.sup.2 represents an alkyl group, a fluoroalkyl group or an alkoxyalkyl group, each having 1 to 5 carbon atoms in the alkyl moiety, and n is an integer of 1 to 5; and(D) a desired amount of an organic solvent.

Abstract: A urethane prepolymer composition is provided comprising (a) a terminal isocyanate group-containing urethane prepolymer derived from a polytetramethylene glycol having a specific molecular weight of 700 to 1500 and an aliphatic and/or alicyclic diisocyanate and (b) a terminal isocyanate group-containing urethane prepolymer derived from a polycaprolactone diol and/or polyol having a specific molecular weight of 500 to 1500 and an aliphatic and/or alicyclic diisocyanate, the weight ratio of (a) to (b) being in the range of 80/20 to 20/80. This composition has excellent compatibility with a diol compound and/or a polyol compound, and can be formulated together with the diol compound and/or the polyol compound into a polyurethane coating composition system which forms a coating film having not only excellent weathering resistance, elastic recovery and transparency but also excellent low-temperature physical properties such as mechanical strength, flexibility and impact resistance at low temperatures, e.g., -30.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to polyethers obtained by the reaction of a substituted 1,2-epoxy-alkane bearing at least one alkyl substituent containing at least 8 carbon atoms with at least one polyol corresponding to the formulaR(OH).sub.x (1)whereinR is an organic radical andx is an integer having a value of 2 or more,2 or more moles of epoxyalkane being added onto the polyol (1).The present invention is also directed to a process for the preparation of high molecular weight polymers wherein the process is conducted in the presence of the previously described polyethers as a mold release agent.

Abstract: A direct casting process for manufacturing a shaped synthetic plastic article, such as an ophthalmic lens, which has photochromic properties, the process comprising incorporating a photochromic spiro-oxazine compound into a mixture comprising a highly reactive polyfunctional monomer and a low amount of a polymerization catalyst, and curing the composition in a mould to form the shaped synthetic plastic article.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process for the production of optionally cellular, polyurethane elastomer moldings or optionally cellular, rigid structural polyurethanes by reacting a reaction mixture containing(i) a polyisocyanate,(ii) a high molecular weight polymer having at least two hydroxy groups and having a molecular weight of 400 to about 10,000,(iii) about 5 to 50% by weight, based on the weight of component (ii) of a chain-extender having at least two hydroxy groups and(iv) about 0.05 to 10 weight percent, based on the weight of components (ii) and (iii) of a salt based on a carboxy functional siloxane and an amidine group-containing compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.

Abstract: A composition useful for molding into articles such as food containers, soft drink bottles, cured structural plastics and the like, comprising molding grade linear or unsaturated polyester or polycarbonate having reacted or copolymerized therein the residue of one or a mixture of styrylbenzazole reactants of the formula: ##STR1## wherein A is the residue of a benzene ring of a benzoxazole, benzothiazole or benzionidazole radical; X is --O--, --S-- or --N(R.sup.2)--; Ph is a phenylene radical; and R.sup.1 is halogen or --Y--R.sup.2 in which Y is --O-- or --N(R.sup.2)-- and each R.sup.2 is hydrogen, alkenyl or an unsubstituted or substituted alkyl, cycloalkyl or aryl radical.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a process for the production of optionally cellular, polyurethane elastomer moldings or optionally cellular, rigid structural polyurethanes by reacting a reaction mixture containing(i) a polyisocyanate,(ii) a high molecular weight polymer having at least two hydroxy groups and having a molecular weight of 400 to about 10,000,(iii) about 5 to 50% by weight, based on the weight of component (ii) of a chain-extender having at least two hydroxy groups and(iv) about 0.05 to 10 weight percent, based on the weight of components (ii) and (iii) of a salt based on a carboxy functional siloxane and an amidine group-containing compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.

Abstract: In the preparation of a high resiliency polyurethane foam by reacting a polyisocyanate with a polyurea dispersion-containing polyol based masterbatch composition also containing a tertiary amine catalyst for the polyurethane reaction, the improvement for eliminating cure draft of such stored polyol compositions which comprises employing a catalyst composition consisting essentially of5 to 15 wt % triethylenediamine,20 to 35 wt % 4-(2-dimethylaminoethyl) morpholine,20 to 35 wt % N,N,N',N'-tetramethyl-1,2-diamino-2-methylpropane,10 to 25 wt % bis(dimethylaminoethyl)ether, and5 to 40 wt % of an N-hydroxyalkyl quaternary ammonium acid salt.

Abstract: Aqueous overfinish compositions, yarns treated therewith, and methods of producing wet abrasion resistant cordage from the yarn are all disclosed. One of the compositions includes an oxidized polyethylene emulsified with a non-nitrogen, nonionic emulsifier and neutralized with an alkali hydroxide, and a compound selected from the group consisting of a siloxane of the comonomers dimethyl and 3-[(2-aminoethyl)aminopropyl], and an amide melamine wax. An alternate finish composition comprises an oxidized polyethylene, neutralized with ammonium hydroxide and emulsified with a non-nitrogen, nonionic emulsifier. Yarn treated with this alternate finish has enhanced wet abrasion resistance. Yarns of this invention are ideally suited for heavy ropes and other industrial cordage applications where wet and dry abrasion resistance and strength are desirable.

Abstract: Disclosed are internal mold release agents for the preparation of molded articles using polyisocyanate addition polymerization, which are comprised of:(A) at least one ketimine, aldimine, enamine, cyclic Schiff base or a mixture of at least two of said compounds;(B) at least one metal salt of an organic carboxylic acid having from 8 to 24 carbon atoms; and(C) optionally including at least one carboxylic acid, organic sulphonic acid, mineral acid, or amidosulphonic acid, and their use in preparing molded articles comprised of polyurethane-plastics, polyurea-plastics, polyurethane-polyurea-plastics, polyurethane-polyurea-polyamide-plastics, or polyurea-polyamide-plastics.

Abstract: Single-component diorganopolysiloxane compositions which are storage-stable in the absence of atmospheric moisture and which crosslink into silicone elastomeric state in the presence of moisture, are comprised of an alkoxy-terminated diorganopolysiloxane, a functionalization catalyst containing a primary or secondary amine group, a tin condensation catalyst, a filler material, and an effective stabilizing amount of an isocyanurate of the formula: ##STR1## wherein W is --CH.sub.2).sub.n N.dbd.C.dbd.O and n ranges from 1 to 12.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a mold release composition which is a solution, liquid at room temperature, of(A) at least one zinc salt of a straight chain or branched, saturated or unsaturated aliphatic carboxylic acid containing 8 to 24 carbon atoms in(B) at least one organic compound containing nitrogen which is liquid at room temperature, the solution containing the zinc salt in a quantity of about 10 to 75% by weight, based on the total weight of the composition.The present invention is additionally directed to an isocyanate reactive mixture containing isocyanate reactive compounds and the above described mold release composition. The present invention is further directed to a process for the preparation of molded products based on the above mixture and to the molded products obtained according to this process.

Abstract: Process for producing molded polyurethane parts using as internal release agents, compounds of the general formula ##STR1## in amounts of 0.5 to 10 weight percent, based on the reaction formulation, in which at least one R.sup.2 radical in the average molecule represents ##STR2## R.sup.3 is a divalent hydrocarbon radical with 2 to 4 carbon atoms and R.sup.4, R.sup.5 are univalent hydrocarbon radicals or together are part of a morpholine or a piperazine ring. The molded polyurethane parts can be removed from the mold using significantly lower tensional forces without residues being built up on the mold.

Abstract: The room temperature curable silicone rubber composition of the invention is outstandingly free from the problem of surface stain when a cured elastomer thereof used, for example, in building works is prolongedly exposed to the atmosphere with very durable stain-preventing effect by the formulation of a surface active agent having at least one fluorine atom in a molecule and a specific organosilicon compound of the formula R.sup.1 --CO--NR.sup.2 --CH.sub.2).sub.b SiR.sup.3.sub.a O.sub.(3-a)/2, in which R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are each a hydrogen atom or a monovalent hydrocarbon group, R.sup.3 is a hydrogen atom, or monovalent hydrocarbon group, a is 0-3 and b is a positive integer not larger than 10, in addition to the usual components of conventional room temperature curable silicone rubber compositions.

Abstract: Unsaturated oligomers and solutions thereof are stabilized with a trisubstituted urea to provide improved storage stability. The stabilized unsaturated oligomer solutions are useful in lactam polymerization processes which yield nylon block copolymers containing unsaturated oligomer segments. The unsaturated oligomers disclosed herein have at least 4 carbons and have pendant thereto at least one hydroxy, amine, epoxy, acyllactam, or acyllactam precursor group.

Abstract: The invention relates to elimination of discoloration in polyurethanes, particularly thermoplastic polyurethanes, by the addition to the reaction mixture from 0.

Abstract: Unsaturated oligomers and solutions thereof are stabilized with a trisubstituted urea to provide improved storage stability. The stabilized unsaturated oligomer solutions are useful in lactam polymerization processes which yield nylon block copolymers containing unsaturated oligomer segments. The unsaturated oligomers disclosed herein have at least 4 carbons and have pendant thereto at least one hydroxy, amine, epoxy, acyllactam, or acyllactam precursor group.

Abstract: Specific color imparting compounds, including colorants and catalysts are used to produce a polyester resin having an amber color. The compounds are added during the preparation of the polymer and the resins produced can be utilized to make various containers or packages to hold liquids or solids.

Abstract: Poly(dicyclopentadiene) made with an olefin metathesis catalyst system by a Reaction Injection Molding process is improved by adding flame retardant compounds.

Abstract: Radiation curable coating compositions, and especially electron beam-curable coating compositions, are disclosed in which magnetizable particles are dispersed in a liquid vehicle comprising a polyethylenically unsaturated polyurethane oligomer which includes a polycarbonate diol, and from 5% to 50%, based on the total weight of unsaturated material, of a polyethylenically unsaturated isocyanurate, such as a triacrylate of tris(2-hydroxyethyl) isocyanurate.

Abstract: Room temperature vulcanizable organopolysiloxane compositions are provided which exhibit improved stability and a reduced tendency to corrode copper upon contact resulting from the employment of an effective amount of a tin condensation catalyst having organo radicals attached to tin by carbon tin linkages and whose remaining valences are satisfied by a chelate radical or a dicarboxylate radical in combination with an organic triazole such as benzotriazole.

Abstract: A fatigue crack growth retardant material for application to aluminum and alloys thereof utilizes certain organic nitrogen compounds and an elastomeric polymer compatible herewith with respect to the curing properties thereof as well as the ultimate properties of the material and capable of stabilizing the nitrogen compound so as to inhibit the evaporation thereof to the atmosphere. The material inhibits corrosion of and retards crack growth in aluminum and alloys thereof when applied thereto. The material has particular utility when applied to the surfaces of structural parts of aircraft and is utilized as a protective coating as well as a sealant, dependent upon the amount of solvent added to the polymeric elastomer.

Abstract: Novel curing compositions are prepared comprising an acrylic or substituted acrylic monomer and a normal polyimide or polyisoimide bis-acetylene additive.

Abstract: Stable, substantially acid-free, one package moisture curable alkoxy-terminated organopolysiloxane compositions are provided having a condensation catalyst and a stabilizer or scavenger for materials having chemically combined hydroxy radicals in the form of an N-silyl-substituted imidazole.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel means for solving the serious problem in conventional silicone sealant compositions that the surface of the cured sealant composition, when used for sealing or caulking of a joint in building structures of, in particular, stony components, is susceptible to stain from environmental atmosphere eventually spreading over the adjacent surfaces. The invention proposes admixing a limited amount of a specific fluorine-containing surface active agent with the silicone sealant composition before it is applied for sealing or caulking.

Abstract: Flatting agents, such as silica, talc and carbonates are present in radiation hardenable compositions in order to reduce gloss and obtain a flat appearance in cured coating. However, the flatting agent settles in the radiation-hardenable composition. To reduce settling of the flatting agent, one or more stabilizers are added to the composition. Useful stabilizers are alkylene oxide adducts of particular siloxane copolymers.

Abstract: A process for dyeing high-molecular organic material in the bulk characterized by the use of a 1,4-diketo-pyrrolo[3,4-c]-pyrrole of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are isocyclic or heterocyclic aromatic radicals, preferably unsubstituted or substituted phenyl or naphthyl radicals.The dyeings obtained, for example in plastics, fibres, lacquers and printings, are distinguished by very high coloring strength, high saturation, good dispersibility, good fastness to cross-lacquering, migration, heat, light and weather, and also by a high gloss and a good IR-remission behavior.

Abstract: Aminoplastic resin dispersions which are stable to sedimentation are obtained by condensation of aldehydes with aminoplastic resin formers in an aqueous medium, in the presence of water-soluble compounds of the formulaR--X--(A--O).sub.m --B--NHCONH--Y].sub.nhaving the substituent meanings mentioned in the description. The condensation is preferably carried out in the presence of dyestuffs or optical brighteners which have groups capable of condensation. The dispersions obtained thereby are particularly suitable for whitening the coating compositions used in the paper industry, and for coating paper, wood, films and textile materials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to dimedone functional self-bonding room temperature vulcanizable silicone rubber compositions. The self-bond additive is selected from silyl maleates, silyl fumarates, silyl succinates, silyl isocyanurates and mixtures thereof. Preferably the self-bonding additive is prereacted with the cross-linking agent before they are incorporated into the RTV composition. This prereaction of the self-bonding additive and the cross-linking agent imparts shelf-stability to the composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new modified azulmic acids, several processes for their preparation and their use as intermediate products for the synthesis of numerous products.

Abstract: Specific color imparting compounds, including pigments and catalysts are used to produce a polyester resin having a green color. The compounds are added during polymerization of the polymer and the resins produced can be utilized to make various containers or packages to hold liquids or solids.

Abstract: An electronic device such as an integrated circuit is encapsulated within a silicone resin formulation having a metallo-porphyrin compound contained therein. The compound is cleaved by HCl to form a porphyrin diacid chloride and a free metal having the capability of chelating chloride ions and hydroxyl groups thereby preventing corrosion and anionic attack of metallic circuit elements and development of unwanted conductive pathways.

Abstract: A method for producing flame resistant synthetic polyamides, suitable for inning is described, wherein melamine and isocyanuric acid are reacted in an aqueous environment at the melamine isocyanurate formation temperature. An aqueous suspension of melamine isocyanurate is obtained having a maximum granule size not exceeding 2 microns, substantially free from agglomerates. The suspension is admixed with the monomeric material and the whole is submitted to polymerization. The invention provides a successful method for obtaining flame-resisting polyamide fibers and yarns owing to the presence therein of the melamine isocyanurate additive.

Abstract: A flame-retardant polyamide composition comprising 98 to 60% by weight of a polyamide and, uniformly dispersed therein, 2 to 40% by weight of melamine cyanurate, characterized in that nearly 100% of the latter particles have a particle size of at most 35.mu. and at least 80% by weight of the particles have a particle size of at most 10.mu.; and a process for producing said composition.