Abstract: The present invention relates to a device for protecting paper sheet, including the following. A mist treating system, includes a working cover and a suction port provided on the working cover. A metal base plate is capable of being drawn out from an outlet of the working cover. An inlet and an outlet are provided on the sidewall of the working cover. An insulating layer provided at the top surface of the metal base plate. A sliding rail is provided above the metal base plate. A sprayer is used for applying an atomized deacidification agent to a paper sheet. A discharging electrode is used for discharging to the paper sheet on the insulating layer. The working cover is covered outside of the metal base plate, the insulating layer, the sliding rail, the sprayer, and the discharging electrode. A plasma power supply is used for generating linear plasma.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for admixture to animal feed or to the drinking water for animals, comprising monolaurate and monobutyrate glycerides, not comprising monoglycerides derived from a carboxylic acid having from 8 to 10 carbon atoms. The invention also relates to the use of this composition 1 as growth promoter in animal feed, preferably in poultry feed, still more preferably in broiler feed.

Abstract: Various embodiments disclosed herein provide for a disaster event management system that can track location of employees and other affected during disaster events and other emergency situations and determine their safety status. The disaster event management system can determine when an emergency event has occurred, and determine which employees are likely to be affected by the emergency, based on their location at the time and other directory information. The system can provide an interface on user equipment devices operated by the employees (mobile devices, laptops, computers, tablets, etc) to provide their status along with an identification code to verify their identification. In an embodiment, the system can prompt the user equipment devices to provide a status in response to determining that the employee may be affected by the emergency situation.

Abstract: New compositions, for example, corrosion inhibited compositions, and the like compositions and new methods of using such compositions are disclosed. Such compositions may be liquid solutions, for example, substantially without solid material formation and/or crystal formation, and may include different concentrations of organic acid components and/or different combinations of organic acid components relative to previous compositions. The present compositions may be used as antifreeze coolant compositions or formulations, for example, in the cooling systems of internal combustion engines.

Abstract: According to the present invention there is provided the use of one or more low aromatic or substantially low aromatic solvents as a carrier, for efficacious use within a preservative formulation for treating wood or other cellulosic species. The invention also provides for a wood preservative formulation comprising such a carrier. In an embodiment, the carrier is selected from the commercially-available range of Exxsol® D and Isopar® fluids.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an emulsion composition, comprising: (i) from about 0.01 to about 1% by weight of at least one aromatic alcohol; (ii) from about 0.01 to about 1% by weight of at least one aromatic carboxylic acid; and (iii) from about 0.01 to about 0.5 % by weight of at least one chlorophenyl glyceryl ether; and wherein the composition does not require use of parabens, ethanol and/or glycols in order to preserve the composition.

Abstract: A catalyst recovery system that includes a concentrated slurry production unit that concentrates a slurry extracted from a reactor main unit and continuously produces a concentrated slurry, a first discharge unit that discharges the concentrated slurry from the concentrated slurry production unit, a solidified slurry production unit that cools the concentrated slurry discharged from the concentrated slurry production unit, thereby solidifying the liquid medium within the concentrated slurry and producing a solidified slurry, and a recovery mechanism that recovers the solidified slurry from the solidified slurry production unit.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an association of poly (N-acryloyl glycinamide) with at least one active principle and/or at least one product which is visible in medical imaging, in a physiologically acceptable aqueous medium.

Abstract: A synthetic urine solution and method of its manufacture are disclosed. The solution includes water having a pH between about 3 and about 10. The solution further includes creatinine, a means for removing bacteria from the solution so as to control or eliminate sepsis of the urine solution, preferably through the use of a biocide, and a urea-based compound. The solution exhibits a specific gravity of from 1.005 g/cm3 to 1.025 g/cm3. Additional compounds may also be included to further enhance the aesthetics or apparent authenticity of the synthetic urine.

Abstract: A lubricating grease is provided that comprises 90 to 99.45 percent by mass of perfluoropolyethers (PFPE) and 0.5 to 5 percent by mass of fumed silica.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel phenyl(oxy/thio)alkanol derivatives, to processes for preparing these compounds, to compositions comprising these compounds and to their use as biologically active compounds, in particular for controlling harmful microorganisms in crop protection and in the protection of materials and as plant growth regulators.

Abstract: Disclosed is an antibacterial composition comprising titanium oxide particles immobilized with an antibody having affinity and cognitive power to a microorganism of interest, and a method for sterilizing the microorganism by using the same. In particular, the present invention relates to a method for preparing functional titanium oxide particles capable of recognizing a microorganism or a virus of interest, and a method for selectively and efficiently sterilizing the same by using the functional titanium oxide particles, and not for randomly sterilizing microorganisms or viruses by using conventional titanium oxide particles having no recognition power to a microorganism or a virus of interest.

Abstract: A biological reaction apparatus for receiving at least one substrate having a sample located in a sample region, and a separate cover, such that a reaction chamber is formed between the cover and substrate over the sample region. The apparatus includes a substrate locator for locating the substrate; a cover locator for locating and moving the cover with respect to the substrate; a fluid dispenser for dispensing fluid into the reaction chamber; and a draining mechanism which includes a wick.

Abstract: A composition for the creation of a protective barrier on a wide variety of materials to prevent the deterioration and degradation caused by exposure to moisture and sun over time.

Abstract: The use of poly(oxybutylene)-poly(oxyethylene)-poly(oxybutylene) block copolymers in pharmaceutical compositions useful, for modifying the surfaces of contact lenses and other medical devices is disclosed. The present invention is based in-part on a discovery that this class of compounds is particularly efficient in wetting hydrophobic surfaces, such as the surfaces of silicone hydrogel contact lenses and other types of ophthalmic lenses, but do not induce foaming when used in conjunction with a peroxide-based contact lens disinfection regimen. Such compounds may also be useful for cleaning purposes. The use of the compounds as surfactants in peroxide-based compositions for disinfecting contact lenses therefore represents a preferred embodiment of the present invention.

Abstract: The present invention describes a new system and method, named “Antinfection”, to protect primarily healthcare workers (HCWs) and patients against communicable and nosocomial infections. It's based on new antiseptic sprays, non-alcoholic, that can be sprayed automatically on the hands. The base of the antiseptic action is the persistent part, preventing the colonization of tissue and non-living surfaces with microorganisms through the targeted, on-demand release of Fluorine ions. The system including new sprayers for fast and controlled application; new technologies to secure the long-term protection against wear in the daily work routines of HCWs; new measurement techniques for the quality of the Antinfection; new quality recording concepts for the promotion and verification of new strategies and campaigns in the “lost war against the germs”.

Abstract: Moisture and malodor control systems are disclosed. These systems provide moisture control and the sustained delivery of active volatile compounds for imparting fragrance and controlling malodor within innumerable objects and spaces, such as shoes, gloves, closets, etc. The systems utilize a novel combination of active volatiles contained within a diluent carrier and solid adsorbing compound. In some embodiments, increased release of active volatiles is triggered by the presence of moisture in the target environment. The systems of the invention may further include an accessory component for providing fragrance to the target environment and/or an accessory component for absorbing and removing malodorous compounds from the target environment.

Abstract: A method is provided involving altering the viscosity of bio-derived paraffins to produce a paraffinic fluid, where the altering step includes oligomerizing bio-derived paraffins, unsaturating bio-derived paraffins, chlorinating bio-derived paraffins, or a combination of any two or more thereof; the bio-derived paraffins are produced by hydrodeoxygenating a bio-based feed; the bio-based feed comprises bio-derived fatty acids, fatty acid esters, or a combination thereof; the bio-derived paraffins comprise n-paraffins; and the n-paraffins have a biodegradability of at least 40% after about 23 days of exposure to microorganisms. Also provided are methods of protecting a substance by applying a paraffinic fluid and a method of producing an orifice in a substrate by at least injecting a paraffinic fluid into the substrate.

Abstract: A method of protecting wood. According to the method, an aqueous dispersion of alkyl ketene dimer is applied onto the surface of the wood. By means of this treatment, the surface becomes hydrophobic and the contact angle of water in the form of drops on the treated wooden surface exceeds 100°. Such drop-shaped water does not penetrate into the treated surface, nor into for instance a crosscut end of sawn timber. Instead, the water disappears from the surfaces by evaporation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an oil agent for carbon-fiber precursor acrylic fiber, including at least one type of compound selected from groups of a hydroxybenzoate (Compound A), a cyclohexanedicarboxylic acid (Compound B and C), a cyclohexanedimethanol and/or a cyclohexanediol and a fatty acid (Compound D and E) and an isophoronediisocyanate-aliphatic alcohol adduct (Compound F), an oil composition for carbon-fiber precursor acrylic fiber, a processed-oil solution for carbon-fiber precursor acrylic fiber, and a method for producing a carbon-fiber precursor acrylic fiber bundle, and a carbon-fiber bundle using the carbon-fiber precursor acrylic fiber bundle.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the targeted reorganization of polydimethylsiloxanes over sulphonic acid-containing cation exchange resins which have water contents of 8 to 25% by weight, and polydimethylsiloxanes thus prepared and the use thereof.

Abstract: According to the present invention there is provided a carrier formulation adapted to operatively support a preservative or preservative mixture within a material for treating wood, said carrier formulation comprising water and one or more water-miscible, water-soluble or water-emulsifiable compounds wherein said carrier formulation provides for preservative penetration and substantial preservative retention within the treated wood; and wherein the treated wood requires relatively little post-treatment drying. The carrier formulation provides for substantially complete or envelope penetration of the preservative within the treated wood.

Abstract: A highly photostable, broad spectrum (UVA/UVB) sunscreen composition having an SPF of greater than 50 that retains about 90% of its UV absorbance over the range of 290 nm to 400 nm after being irradiated with 15 MEDs of energy from a simulated solar radiation source calibrated in accordance with the COLIPA standard. The highly photostable sunscreen composition is comprised of at least one dibenzoylmethane derivative, preferably avobenzone, and at least four compounds that quench singlet-excited energy and/or triplet excited energy, respectively “singlet quenchers” and “triplet quenchers”.

Abstract: The present application provides hydrogel microcapsules, particularly, canonized hydrogel microcapsules having improved substantivity. This application further relates to the use of hydrogel microcapsules for delivering encapsulated actives in a wide range of industries and applications including: agrochemicals, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics industry, personal care products, laundering detergents, homecare & cleaning products, dish washing detergents, oral care, dental care, textiles, paper, mining, oil industry, water treatment, adhesives, coatings, plastics, sealants, construction, paints, inks and dyes onto different substrate surfaces such as skin, hair, textiles.

Abstract: Methods of reducing the capillary forces experienced by fragile high aspect ratio structures during drying to substantially prevent damage to said high aspect ratio structures during drying. They include modifying the surface of the high aspect ratio structures such that the forces are sufficiently minimized and as such less than 10% of the high aspect ratio features will have bent or collapsed during drying of the structure having said features thereon.

Abstract: A blend comprising from 1 to 99 weight percent one or more polypropylene glycols wherein each polypropylene glycol has a weight average molecular weight of greater than or equal to 1000 grams/mole and from 1 to 99 weight percent one or more dipropylene glycol phenyl ethers and/or diethylene glycol phenyl ethers wherein the blend has a viscosity (ASTM D445, @ 25° C.) of less than or equal to 400 cSt and viscosity (ASTM D445, @ 40° C. of less than or equal to 200 cSt, is provided. Processes using the blend in mining applications are also provided.

Abstract: This invention provides a composition comprising: (i) a chitosan hydrogel comprising cross-linked chitosan and water; and (ii) a liquid dispersed in the hydrogel.

Abstract: A concentrate suitable for forming a stable aqueous composition upon dilution with water includes a water-insoluble active organic compound and a water-insoluble oil-modified alpha-beta unsaturated carboxylic acid.

Abstract: There are provided a processing liquid for suppressing pattern collapse of a microstructure formed of silicon oxide which includes at least one compound selected from the group consisting of a fluoroalkyl group-containing ammonium halide, a fluoroalkyl group-containing betaine compound and a fluoroalkyl group-containing amine oxide compound, and water; and a method for producing a microstructure formed of silicon oxide using the processing liquid.

Abstract: Polymer nanocomposites including: a) a polylactic polymer; and b) a modified phyllosilicate composition including a modifying agent which includes hexadecyl trimethyl ammonium cations which are intercalated between the layers of the phyllosilicate, and preparation processes therefor, as well as the modified phyllosilicate composition. The polymer nanocomposites are particularly useful for packaging, particularly food and drink packaging.

Abstract: Disclosed is a wood preservative composition comprising micronized copper and copper-amine complex, wherein the copper component of the copper amine complex is from about 5% to about 50% by weight, based upon the total weight of copper in the composition. The copper amine complex serves to avoid wood surface “chalking” that is otherwise attributable to the presence of micronized copper in copper-based slurries used to treat wood products. In addition, the copper-amine complex enhances the antimicrobial efficacy of the composition when used in wood treatment applications by facilitating cell wall penetration of the treated wood.

Abstract: A composition including a collapsed, polymer nanoparticle and at least one organic, neutral compound associated with the nanoparticle, wherein the nanoparticle is less than 100 nm in diameter, and the polymer comprises a water-soluble polyelectrolyte, has a molecular weight of at least about 100,000 Dalton and is cross-linked. The organic, neutral compound is selected from the group consisting of dyes, pigments, colorants, oils, UV-light absorbing molecules, fragrances, flavoring molecules, preservatives, electro-conductive compounds, thermoplastic compounds, adhesion promoters, penetration enhancers, anti-corrosive agents, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: A liquid preservative composition comprises (a) an alkanol fatty monoester; and (b) an aqueous isothiazolinone solution, an alkanol-substituted aromatic compound, or a combination thereof; and is free from formaldehyde, formaldehyde-releasing compounds, and paraben compounds. Preferred compositions comprise glyceryl caprylate, together with either phenethyl alcohol or an aqueous 2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one solution.

Abstract: A system for disinfecting and purifying aqueous solutions and water for drinking purposes comprising an outer pouch, a disinfectant generating device, and an inorganic coagulant. The disinfectant generating device is provided with a membrane shell defining at least two compartments which house a first reactant, a second reactant, and an inorganic coagulant. The disinfectant generating device is capable of producing a disinfectant when exposed to water or moisture and the disinfectant exits the compartment through the membrane shell. The inorganic coagulant aid the formation of flocs of the suspended dispersed particles in the aqueous solution.

Abstract: A fluorine insolubilizer capable of sufficiently insolubilizing fluorine within a short time contains calcium hydrogen phosphate dihydrate in an amount of 95-40 mass % and hydroxy or hydroxyl apatite in an amount of 5-60 mass % for a total of 100 mass %.

Abstract: A method of use and a composition with reduced formaldehyde and amine emissions. The composition contains an N-formal, an emission reducing additive, and monoethylene glycol. The emission reducing additive may be urea, a urea derivative, an amino acid, guanidine, or a guanidine derivative.

Abstract: Compositions comprising compounds having an aldohexose moiety, a highly fluorinated moiety, and a nitrogen-containing functional group linking the moieties together are disclosed. The aldohexose-based fluoroadditives are effective in reducing the surface tension of water and are useful in various surfactant applications. Also disclosed are processes for making aldohexose-based fluoroadditives.

Abstract: Disclosed is a wood preservative composition comprising micronized copper and copper-amine complex, wherein the copper component of the copper amine complex is from about 5% to about 50% by weight, based upon the total weight of copper in the composition. The copper amine complex serves to avoid wood surface “chalking” that is otherwise attributable to the presence of micronized copper in copper-based slurries used to treat wood products. In addition, the copper-amine complex enhances the antimicrobial efficacy of the composition when used in wood treatment applications by facilitating cell wall penetration of the treated wood.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method of altering the surface behavior of a liquid by adding to the liquid a compound of a Formula (1): Rf—O—(CF2)x(CH2)y—O-(QO)z—H ??(1) Wherein Rf is a linear or branched perfluoroalkyl having 1 to 6 carbon atoms, optionally interrupted by one to three ether oxygen atoms, x is an integer of 1 to 6; y is an integer of 1 to 6; Q is a linear 1,2-alkylene group of the formula CmH2m where m is an integer of 2 to 10; and z is an integer of 1 to 30.

Abstract: A preserving agent for temporarily storing used paint application tools, in particular paint brushes and paint rollers, is used by immersing at least the paint containing portion of the paint application tool therein. The preserving agent is a water based gel. An electrolyte is used for breaking up the gel afterwards. A device for temporarily storing used paint application tools, and a composite kit, including the device, the water based gel, and the electrolyte are included.

Abstract: The invention relates to synergistic mixtures of o-phenylphenol with other microbicidally active compounds, such as bronopol (2-bromo-2-nitro-1,3-propanedial), 2-methyl-2H-isothiazol-3-one, 1,2-dibromo-2,4-dicyanobutane.

Abstract: A method for antimicrobial treatment (e.g. antimicrobial treatment of food packaging and equipment) comprising applying to microbes a composition containing a diluting solvent (e.g., water), an antimicrobially-active solvent having a density different from the density of the diluting solvent, and an optional cosolvent, surfactant, or additional antimicrobial agent, wherein the amount of antimicrobially-active solvent or additional antimicrobial agent is sufficiently high and the amount of cosolvent or surfactant is sufficiently low so that the composition will provide greater than a 1-log order reduction in the population of bacteria or spores of Bacillus cereus within 10 seconds at 60° C. Preferred methods of the invention employ compositions containing an additional antimicrobial agent such as peroxyacetic acid. Compositions for use in the method can be prepared as concentrates, and used full strength or in diluted form.

Abstract: The object of the invention is a method for producing naphthenic process oils that have a high content of naphthenic carbon atoms of 20-60 wt % and a low content of polycyclic aromatics of less than 3 wt %, determined in accordance with IP 346, by the hydrogenation of a process oil educt that has a high content of polycyclic aromatics. The method in accordance with the invention enables secondary extracts, such as are formed in the production of label-free process oils, even in a mixture with primary extracts, to be utilized in an economically meaningful way. The resulting process oils are likewise label-free, so that the use of PCA-containing process oils can be reduced and less of these substances will get into the environment. Through this the environment and in particular health are less stressed. In addition, the starting substances in this way can lead to a different use and no longer have to be added to heating oil. By avoiding heating oil, CO2 emissions are also reduced.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to acetylated polyglyceride fatty acid ester and compositions containing the same. The acetylated polyglyceride fatty acid ester may be blended with an epoxidized fatty acid ester. The present acetylated polyglyceride fatty acid ester and blends find advantageous application as a plasticizer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to reactive diluents for moisture-curing coating systems containing silane groups. The invention further relates to a method for the production of said diluents, and to the use thereof in coating agents, adhesives and sealants.

Abstract: Described is a class of symmetrical and asymmetrical N-alkyl lactam ethers. One preferred ether is bis-N-ethyl pyrrolidone ether. Preferred compositions and uses of the ethers are in performance chemicals, personal care, and pharmaceutical fields, where they function a variety of roles, including as a solvent, solubilizer, freezing point depressor, diluent, extracting agent, cleaning agent, degreaser, absorbent and/or dispersion agent.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition useful for biomolecule storage comprising a population of nanoparticles. It also provides methods of storing a biomolecule and containers comprising the composition.

Abstract: A gold plating bath and a plating method is disclosed where gold cyanide or salts thereof provide the source of gold, a cobalt compound, and a reaction product of compound containing at least a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic compound and an epihalohydrin. The gold plating bath has high deposition selectivity.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to a formulation comprising a hydrophilic polymer, a mixture of a polyalcohol and a sugar, wherein the weight ratio of polyalcohol to sugar is between 2:1 to 5:1 (wt-%), a detergent, and wherein the formulation is free of stabilizing proteins.

Abstract: There is provided a spray base material that can be safely used with a sense of security, that prevents leakage of liquid from a spray container, that is sprayable under any condition (when inverted, for example), that is sprayable to achieve uniform coating of the surface of an object (surface to be sprayed) without scattering, that causes no dripping from a sprayed surface, and that is safe when sprayed on a skin surface and the like; and a spray base material with an excellent sprayability that can include both hydrophilic and hydrophobic low-molecular compounds such as physiologically active compounds and perfume components to be used in pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and cosmetics, and that has a sustained release property.