Abstract: A water-based cement for producing tyres, having water as solvent, cross-linkable unsaturated-chain polymer base, of sulphur, reinforcing filler, zinc oxide, accelerators, and an emulsifier of the general formula (I) [R1R2R3NR5(N(R4)3)n](n+1)+(n+1)X???(I) where: X is an anionic atom or group R1, R2 and R3, which may be the same or different, are each CmH2m+1, where m ranges between 1 and 3, or CH2CHCH2 or CHCHCH3 R4 is CH2CHCH2 or CHCHCH3 n is 0 or 1 R5 is an aliphatic group C15-C22 when n is 0; and is an aliphatic group C8-C16 when n is 1 when n is 0, at least one of R1, R2, R3 and R5 has a double bond.

Abstract: A method for the production of an additive for building materials, wherein a hidrophobization agent is mixed with a solvent and the resulting emulsion is applied to quicklime, and then the material obtained is hydrated by adding water, wherein the hidrophobization agent is an oil having a dry matter content of 3 to 50% by weight, the quicklime in a quantity of 60 to 96% by weight is soaked with a quantity of 4 to 40% by weight of the mixture of the oil and the solvent, and after dying of the hydrated material a foaming agent is admixed thereto in a quantity of 0.25 to 0.6 part by weight of the foaming agent, preferably sodium bicarbonate, to one part by weight of the hydrated material. By using this additive, a binder comprising an additive is produced so that a hydraulic binding component and/or an isocyanate based binding component are/is added to the additive in a quantity of 4.8 to 14.8 parts by weight of the binding component to one part by weight of the additive.

Abstract: A water redispersible polymer powder is produced by drying an aqueous mixture of a low carboxylation, low Tg, large average particle size water insoluble film-forming polymer latex or emulsion and a colloidal stabilizer. The latex polymer may have an average particle size of 2000 ? to 5,000 ?, and an amount of carboxylation of 0.1% to 2.75% by weight of at least one ethylenically unsaturated dicarboxylic acid, salts or mixtures thereof, based upon the weight of the polymer. Dispersions containing the polymer and a polyvinyl alcohol as a colloidal stabilizer exhibit an unexpectedly low viscosity which facilitates spray drying and permits use of high solids content dispersions with low pressure spray drying to increase production efficiency. Cement compositions such as mortars, which contain the redispersible polymer powder exhibit unexpectedly lower rates of viscosity buildup for better workability or troweling, faster set time, and superior heat flow characteristics.

Abstract: The invention provides hydraulically setting sealing composition based on a) a hydraulically setting compound out of the group comprising high-alumina cement, ordinary portland cement, blast furnace slag, b) protective-colloide stabilized polymer of one or more ethylenically unsaturated monomers in form of an aqueous polymer dispersion or a water-redispersible polymer powder, and c) one or more fillers.

Abstract: Synthetic fibers, such as polypropylene fibers, are mixed in a shrinkage compensating concrete to provide restraint in lieu of conventional steel reinforcement used in a shrinkage compensating concrete. While the synthetic fibers have a low elastic modulus and low strength, they act to restrain expansion of the concrete in the same way that conventional steel rebar does. In addition, only a small amount of the synthetic fibers are needed to restrain the expansion. As a result, shrinkage compensating concrete can be used in more varied applications, and can be provided more quickly, easily and inexpensively. Construction time requirements and expenses of concrete structures are correspondingly reduced.

Abstract: A polymer-cement composite comprises, by weight percent, about 40% to 50% inert, inorganic filler material, such as silica sand; about 12% to 23% latex, preferably in aqueous suspension; about 20% to 25% hydraulic cement; and reactive silica in an amount of at least about 6 weight percent. The reactive silica is a pozzolanic material, and in preferred embodiments, where the cement is portland cement, comprises an advantageous mixture of precipitated and ground silica. All solid components have a particle size of less than about 300 microns. The polymer-cement composite is preferably made by dry mixing of the powdered components throughly in a high intensity mixer, adding the liquid components, and wet mixing to form a thoroughly blended, de-aired green mixture. The green mixture is formed into any desired shape, cured, and dried. Preferably, the product is cured in a warm, moist environment.

Abstract: Disclosed are a mortar for concrete mainly consisting of urethane foam and a method for manufacturing the same, in which urethane foam and Styrofoam used as insulating materials for household electronic appliances and a pre-cast panel are not discarded, but recycled such that the urethane foam and the Styrofoam are mixed with concrete in the construction of flooring of apartments or an ondol of houses. Low weight structure, superior sound-absorption effect and heat insulation effect can be obtained, and cracks are prevented from being generated in the constructed part. Construction work is simplified, and economical efficiency is enhanced. Collected waste urethane foam and waste Styrofoam are pulverized into a size of 1 to 10 mm using a pulverizer. The pulverized urethane foam and Styrofoam are mixed to each other to form urethane foam.

Abstract: Rubber-modified cementitious substances and various methods of making such substances or components thereof. One embodiment of the substance includes a mix of cement and composite particles, wherein essentially each of the composite particles has a rubber core enclosed in an inorganic exterior and wherein the rubber core is chemically coupled to the inorganic exterior. The chemical coupling between the rubber core and the inorganic exterior and the bonding between the inorganic exterior and the cement result in a rubber-modified cementitious substance that has greater strength than comparable conventional rubber-modified cementitious substances.

Abstract: Insulation and heat resistance hydraulic cement aggregates comprising of white Portland cement, with or without additives and filler, magnesium oxide, zirconium compounds, marble, dolomite, granite, sand, talc, clays calcined, boron compounds, silicates, trap rock aggregate, polymeric binder/s optionally water.

Abstract: It is intended to provide an aqueous solution of a thermoresponsive polymer and an aqueous dispersion of a thermoresponsive particle, which show an upper critical solution temperature (UCST) and are capable of maintaining a dissolved state and a dispersed state, respectively, even if they are stored for a long period of time at a temperature at which a ligand such as an antibody or an antigen is not inactivated. A UCST lowering agent is incorporated in a predetermined amount in an aqueous solution of a thermoresponsive polymer which shows a UCST in a state of containing water or an aqueous dispersion of a thermoresponsive particle containing the polymer, thereby lowering the UCST of the aqueous solution or aqueous dispersion to less than the storage temperature, and the resulting aqueous solution or aqueous dispersion is stored.

Abstract: A materials system, kit, and methods are provided to enable the formation of articles by three dimensional printing. The kit includes (i) a substantially dry particulate material including an aqueous-insoluble thermoplastic particulate material, plaster, and a water-soluble adhesive; (ii) an aqueous fluid binder, and (iii) an infiltrant.

Abstract: Disclosed is a cement composition comprising polymeric particles with inorganic fillers for application in oil well cementing. The fillers improve bonding between the polymeric particles and the cement matrix leading to improved mechanical parameters of the cement system. The filled particles may also lead to improved mixability and slurries that are easier to optimise.

Abstract: This invention relates to a composition suitable for use in making moisture resistant gypsum products. In particular, this invention relates to resin dispersions and their use in combination with gypsum to form moisture resistant gypsum compositions which are settable by hydration. Further, the invention relates to moisture resistant products formed from such settable gypsum compositions, e.g. panels and boards, and a method for the manufacture of such moisture resistant gypsum products.

Abstract: The invention relates to a functional construction element and a method for producing the same. Such a functional construction element is used e.g. as a sound absorbing wall or as an insulation wall. For providing a functional construction element and a method for producing the same, according to which the functional construction element has a simpler and more stable structural design and a longer service life, the invention provides the method for producing a functional construction element according to claim 1, comprising the following steps: a) producing a dispersion with a liquid and hardenable carrier component as a main phase and at least one functional component, which is dispersed in said carrier component, as a secondary phase; b) initiating a segregation process of the dispersion; and c) hardening the dispersion in a partially segregated state so that the concentration of the functional component will increase towards one side of the functional construction element.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a water-redispersible polymer powder based on at least one modified natural latex. The modified natural latex can be obtained by mixing natural latex with at least one radical initiator and/or oxidising agent, by mixing and reacting natural latex with at least one olefinically unsaturated monomer and with at least one radical initiator, and/or by mixing natural latex with at least one filler. Preferably, the polymer powder contains up to about 95 wt. % of least one natural latex, about 0 to 50 wt. % of at least one protective colloid, about 2 to 70 wt. % of at least one filler and/or anti-caking agent, as well as optionally further additives. In addition, the invention pertains to a process for the preparation of the polymer powder, the use thereof as an additive in building material compositions, as well as building material compositions containing the polymer powder.

Abstract: A joint compound or wall repair composition and the method of making the same is disclosed that reduces the amount of airborne dust emitted during traditional sanding processes. Generally, such a reduction can be achieved by combining a first binder that has a high glass transition temperature and a second binder that has a low glass transition temperature with conventional joint compound compositions.

Abstract: Methods and compositions that include a method of cementing comprising providing a cement composition comprising water, a hydraulic cement, and an additive comprising at least one additive selected from the group consisting of a stevia retarder and inulin; placing the cement composition in a subterranean formation; and permitting the cement composition to set in the formation.

Abstract: A lightweight structural concrete with screw-ability and nail-ability similar to wood is composed of a non-structural and ultra lightweight aggregate such as expanded perlite or a combination of expanded perlite and polystyrene beads of a particular size distribution and volume amount, entrained air cells of another specific size distribution and volume amount, and dense cementitious composition of a cement binder, a fine grade structural filler no larger than concrete sand grade, a pozzolan, and optional micro-fibers for reinforcement. This structural concrete matrix is optimized to hold 13 gauge T-nails and bugle head wood screws with thread ranging from 8 to 11 threads per inch and diameter of 0.10? to 0.137?. The resulting concrete will have consistent screw-ability and nail-ability similar to that of wood.

Abstract: Compositions of controlled-breakage cationic asphalt microsurfacing emulsions especially formulated to provide extra-rapid setting on being deposited on paving in coating operations which may be realised during the day, or during the night, under particularly severe ambient conditions for this type of operation, that is to say at temperatures below 15° C. with relative air humidity exceeding 50%, but limited to 65%. Said compositions provide extra-rapid setting because they yield wet cohesion results exceeding 25 kgf-cm in one hour when tested by method ISSA TB-139 under the said ambient conditions of temperature and humidity.

Abstract: The present invention includes methods and compositions that include a latex, and at least one of a natural pozzolan or cement kiln dust. An embodiment includes a method comprising: placing a latex composition in a subterranean formation, wherein the latex composition comprises: latex, a component selected from the group consisting of a natural pozzolan, cement kiln dust, and a combination thereof, and water; and allowing the latex composition to set. Another embodiment of the present invention includes a latex composition comprising: latex, a component selected from the group consisting of a natural pozzolan, cement kiln dust, and a combination thereof.

Abstract: Durable, weather and an insect-resistant railway ties are fabricated by the co-extrusion into a die of at least one mixture comprising asphalt binder and aggregate and recycled plastic, optionally strengthened by fillers such as glass fibre or KEVLAR.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided that may comprise cement, a nano-particle, latex, and water. An embodiment of the present invention includes a method of cementing in a subterranean formation. The method may include introducing a cement composition into the subterranean formation, wherein the cement composition comprises cement, a nano-particle, latex, and water. The method further may include allowing the cement composition to set in the subterranean formation. Another embodiment of the present invention include a cement composition. The cement composition may comprise cement, a nano-particle, latex, and water.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a method for preparing materials containing binder systems derived from amorphous silica and bases as well as the materials prepared by the method. Relative to known methods, the present invention allows for a continuous production of material as the two components of the binder are brought onto into contact where the binder system is to be applied. The product achieved by the invention has a broad range of applications, such as for construction materials, insulating materials, fire proof materials, reinforcement materials etc. The present invention also relates to a method for preparing materials containing binder systems derived from amorphous inorganic material and bases as well as the materials prepared by the method.

Abstract: A non-aqueous blend composition for treating a porous material comprising triacylglycerides obtained, from vegetable oils and containing a fatty acid component and a polystyrene dissolved in the triacylglycerides to form a blend composition, the polystyrene component being present in the blend composition in an amount of from about 1% to about 40% by weight of the fatty acid component.

Abstract: A laminate board for building element to be used in the construction of buildings includes a core layer made of moisture-impermeable polymers, and one or more external layer, facing and attached to the core layer wherein the external layer includes a fibre net and a mixture of construction materials and flame-retarding materials.

Abstract: A joint compound system includes a set-inhibited, pre-wetted, setting-type, ready-mix joint compound and a set initiator. The set-inhibited, pre-wetted, setting-type joint compound includes a ready-mixed, setting-type joint compound base with a calcium-free phosphate set preventing agent that impedes chemical hydration of a gypsum component of the setting-type joint compound. The joint compound base is free of calcium carbonate. The set initiator includes alum to reinitiate the chemical hydration reactions.

Abstract: The invention relates to a light plaster mixture in pasty form which has improved storage stability. This is based on a composition which contains a binder, inorganic fillers, light fillers, water and also further additives. The light plaster mixture according to the invention can be used in the form of final coats on any bases.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are a spalling-preventing composite material composed of fiber and powder, which have different diameters and melting points so as to be capable of realizing the effect of preventing spalling of high-strength concrete and the effect of improving the fluidity of concrete, and a high-strength refractory concrete comprising the spalling-preventing material. The composite material for preventing spalling of high-strength concrete is composed of powder and fiber at 1:1-3, wherein the powder is a polymer powder having a diameter of 0.10-0.5 mm and a melting point of 110-150° C., and the fiber is a conjugate fiber including a first fiber having a diameter of 0.05-0.10 mm, a length of 5-25 mm and a melting point of 150-190° C., and a second fiber having a diameter of 0.01-0.05 mm, a length of 5-25 mm and a melting point of 190-250° C., the first fiber being a polypropylene fiber, and the second fiber being a nylon fiber or a polyvinyl alcohol fiber.

Abstract: Water-redispersible polymer powder compositions based on a) homo- or copolymers of one or more monomers from the group consisting of vinyl esters of unbranched or branched C1-15 alkylcarboxylic acids methacrylic esters and acrylic esters of C1-15 alcohols, vinylaromatics, olefins, dienes, and vinyl halides, with one or more protective colloids, and optionally, one or more antiblocking agents, in conjunction with one or more alkali metal or alkaline earth metal C1-4 carboxylates as setting accelerants added following polymerization accelerate the setting of construction chemistry products with hydraulically setting binders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a chemically resistant glass composition for the production of reinforcing strands which comprises the following constituents within the limits defined below, expressed in mol %: SiO2 67-72%; ZrO2 5-9.5%, preferably ?7.5%; R2O (R=Na, K and Li) 11-17%; Li2O 0-5.5%; K2O 0-5.5%; Na2O<10%; and CaO 3-9%, the composition furthermore containing less 1% of impurities (Al2O3, Fe2O3, Cr2O3, TiO2, MgO, SrO, BaO and P2O5) and being free of F. It also relates to the glass strands obtained from this composition and to the composites based on an organic or inorganic material containing such strands.

Abstract: The present invention defines and illustrates a method for extending the life of road, bridge, parking and aviation pavement. The material is combination of: A—a latex polymer emulsion; B—a dry blend to Type 1 Portland cement and specially sieved washed mason sand; C—a special non-skid aggregate; and water. This composite formula offers pavement resistance to destructive environmental conditions; enhanced pavement skid resistance, and provides a rapid service turn-around. The method is a combination of three variables: a) extensive surface preparation and repair techniques for different pavement types, b) high-capacity bulk mixing system and placement machine; and c) a blended polymer modified cement material composition for repair and resurfacing of a variety of transportation pavement types.

Abstract: The present invention provides a dispersion-retaining agent for a hydraulic composition being excellent in both fluidity retainability and viscosity retainability and further a dispersion-retaining agent exhibiting fluidity retainability and viscosity retainability regardless of the type of hydraulic powder. The present invention relates to a dispersion-retaining agent for a hydraulic composition, containing a copolymer obtained by polymerizing specific monomer 1 represented by formula (1), with monomer 2 represented by formula (2), the corresponding alcohol compound of which satisfies specific physical properties, wherein, in the constituent monomers of the copolymer, the proportion of the monomer 1 is in a specific range, a specified monomers is used as at least a part of the monomer 2, and the proportion of monomers having an acid group or a neutralized group thereof is 5% by weight or less.

Abstract: Disclosed are structural materials including polymeric reinforcement fibers that can provide added strength and fracture toughness to the matrix. The polymeric reinforcement fibers are polypropylene-based monofilament fibers or tape fibers exhibiting extremely favorable mechanical characteristics for structural reinforcement including modulus greater than 12 MPa and elongation less than about 10%. The disclosed reinforced composite materials can exhibit desired average residual strength values with less total fiber loading necessary to attain the ARS values as compared to previously known polymer reinforced materials. Very high strength and fracture toughness can be attained in the disclosed composite materials.

Abstract: A composition for use in a fiber modified layer, comprising an aggregate material, a binder, and a plurality of fibers, wherein each fiber has a length of greater than 0.25 inches. Also provided is a method of selecting a fiber modified layer for applying on an existing surface, comprising the steps of: providing a binder mixture having an effective amount of an aggregate material, a binder, and a plurality of fibers, wherein each of the plurality of fibers has a length greater than 0.25 inches; applying the binder mixture to a selected surface to form a fiber modified proposed layer; testing the fiber modified proposed layer for fatigue or crack resistant properties; and selecting the binder mixture for application on the existing surface for performance if the fiber modified proposed layer has fatigue or crack resistant properties.

Abstract: The invention provides a cementing composition for use in oilfield application, wherein a significant amount of cement is left intentionally un-hydrated when the cement is set; such that said amount of un-hydrated cement becomes hydrated when the set cement is damaged.

Abstract: A polymer modified cement overlay material is disclosed for a broadly applicable repair, preparation and application method of extending the useful life of road, bridge, parking and aviation pavement. The material is a combination of three Component raw material products that include: a Component A—a latex polymer emulsion; a Component B—a dry blend of Type I Portland cement and a specially sieved washed mason sand; a Component C—a non-skid aggregate; and, water. This composite formula offers different pavement types extraordinary resistance to destructive environmental conditions; it offers enhanced pavement skid resistance and provides a rapid service turn-around, i.e., “return to service”. The method is a combination of three specific and equally significant variables that combined provide for the overall effectiveness of the method.

Abstract: A composition for the manufacture of a gypsum board comprising hydrated pregelatinized starch, sulfonated styrene butadiene latex and stucco with 0.4 to 3 wt. % of starch based on the stucco weight is disclosed. The composition provides enhanced strength in the absence of other strengthening agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the preparation of a pigmentable asphalt binder composition obtained from petroleum- and shale-refining streams, having a low content of asphaltenes, aromatic diluents of high aromaticity, polymers and inorganic pigments, obtaining a coloured product. The composition of the present invention is employed in paving, permitting embellishment of roads, greater light, reflection and reduction in coating temperature and in addition greater resistance to permanent deformation due to its excellent temperature susceptibility and higher softening point.

Abstract: A variety of methods and compositions are disclosed herein, including, in one embodiment, a method comprising: introducing a settable composition into a subterranean formation, wherein the settable composition comprises: a cementitious component comprising a hydraulic cement and cement kiln dust; a swellable particle; and water; and allowing the settable composition to set in the subterranean formation. Another embodiment comprises a settable composition comprising: a cementitious component comprising a hydraulic cement and cement kiln dust, a swellable particle, and water.

Abstract: A concrete material with fastener retentive qualities that can be varied to approximate the fastening holding characteristics of a selected variety of wood species or composite wood products comprising a mixture of cement binder, aggregate, and pliable material in the following volumetric ratio of approximately one-half (½) to one (1) part cement binder to approximately two (2) parts aggregate to approximately two (2) to five (5) parts pliable additive material. Cement binder can be Portland Cement, fly ash, slag and a combination thereof. Aggregate can be sand, gravel, stone, crushed rock, and a combination thereof. Pliable material can be plastic, cellulose, crumb rubber, and a combination thereof in pelletized, grannular or powdered form.

Abstract: A method of improving the stress strain characteristics, the ductility, the energy absorbing characteristics, the fractal roughness and the material roughness of a cementitious mix includes adding at least 1%, by weight of the total weight of the cementitious mix of poly(vinyl butyrate) in addition to a reinforcing agent, preferably poly(vinyl alcohol). In a preferred embodiment, the amount of poly(vinyl butyrate) is about 40% to about 50%, by weight. This provides the optimum levels of performance of the characteristics listed above.

Abstract: A floor patching composition for mixing with water to produce a self-leveling slurry that quickly hydrates to form an acceptable patch comprising a dry mixture of (1) Class C fly ash, (2) a calcium aluminate cement, (3) an organic binder along with (4) a cellulose ether, in part to facilitate mixing of the dry ingredients and preferably (5) an antimicrobial preservative and (6) metakaolin clay.

Abstract: Lime-free admixture compositions comprising a combination of ingredients are disclosed. The ingredients of the lime-free admixture compositions comprise a combination of emulsifiers, toughening resins/plasticizers, adhesive resins, pumping aids for providing lubrication, rheology controllers, water retention agents, water repellants/overcoat finishes, accelerators, liquid adsorbents/water reducers and air entraining agents. The lime-free admixture compositions are total replacements for lime. The ingredients of the lime-free admixture compositions have specific purposes that lead to optimized properties when used in combination with a binder comprising hydraulic cement. The lime-free admixture compositions are non-corrosive, making them safe to use by workers and they have rheological properties that make them suitable for use in various applications including concrete, mortars, grouts and stuccos.

Abstract: A method of finishing an interior wall includes the steps of preparing a substrate of building panels comprising gypsum, cement or combinations thereof, said substrate having a surface, followed by applying a coating to the substrate, said coating comprising 5-20% by weight of a latex emulsion binder, 40-80% by weight calcium sulfate hemihydrate, 0.05-2% by weight of a set preventer and 20-60% by weight water.

Abstract: A multi-functional admixture for concrete, having improved fluidity for providing hardened materials with improved early strength, smaller shrinkage rate, improved resistance against freezing and thawing action and slower carbonation speed, contains a specified kind of graft copolymer and/or its salt, a specified kind of (poly)alkyleneglycol monoalkyl ether and a specified kind of organic phosphate at specified ratios.

Abstract: A cover composition that can be applied to a bulk material pile, such as landfill refuse, to protect the pile from wind, precipitation, and access by animals and insects is provided. The cover composition is a mixture of a liquid, typically, water; bentonite clay; and synthetic fibers. The composition may be enhanced by the addition of one or more of the following additives: Portland cement, pregelatinized wheat starch, synthetic polymers, soda ash, and latex paint. Unlike prior art cover compositions, the disclosed composition adheres well to waste material, most notably plastics, whereby the composition is easy to apply and provides a substantially uniform, durable protective cover to landfill refuse piles and other bulk materials. Methods of applying the composition to bulk material piles are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel composite materials, which comprise at least one thermoplastic organic polymer matrix and at least one hydraulic binder distributed in the polymer matrix. The invention also relates to a process for the preparation of such composite materials and to the use of these composite materials in textile materials. The composite materials comprise at least one thermoplastic organic polymer matrix and at least one hydraulic binder distributed in the polymer matrix, where the thermoplastic polymer matrix consists predominantly, i.e. to at least 60% by weight, in particular to at least 70% by weight, preferentially to at least 80% by weight, and especially preferred to at least 90% by weight, of at least one polymer, which is water-soluble or which under alkaline conditions is converted into a water-soluble polymer.

Abstract: A method of servicing a wellbore comprising preparing a cement slurry by premixing at least one latex, at least one stabilizer, and optionally water to form a homogeneous solution, further mixing the homogeneous solution with an ionic compound, cement, and optionally additional water to form the slurry, and placing the slurry in the wellbore. A method of stabilizing latex in cement slurry containing saltwater, comprising premixing the latex with a stabilizer until a homogenous solution forms prior to contacting the latex with the saltwater. A cement slurry comprising a latex, a stabilizer, a cement, an ionic compound, and water wherein the latex and stabilizer are contacted prior to contact of the latex with the ionic compound.

Abstract: The invention provides the use of mixtures based on aqueous dispersions of polychloroprene to produce fiber products finished therewith, a process for the production thereof and the use of these finished fiber products to produce textile-reinforced and fiber-reinforced concrete and other products based on cement.

Abstract: A process for manufacturing extrudable/melt spinnable concentrate pellets which contain phase change materials (PCMs), whether the PCMs are micro-encapsulated absorbed into carrier polymers, or non-micro-encapsulated within the concentrate pellets. The polymer matrix within the concentrate pellets can be any thermoplastic polymer or combination of thermoplastic polymers, and the concentrate pellets can then be blended into similar thermoplastic polymers to form mono-filament melt spun fibers, extruded films, injection molded products, etc., or the concentrate pellets can be blended with other thermoplastic polymers to form bi-component or multi-component melt spun fibers, extruded films, injection molded products, etc.