Method to disperse nanoparticles into elastomer and articles produced therefrom

Methods of making elastomeric nanocomposites with improved nanoparticle dispersion in the elastomer are described. The method includes the use of liquid form additives such as oils, plasticizers and/or solvents as dispersing agents to disperse nanoparticles into elastomers. Also described are articles such as downhole elements including the elastomeric nanocomposites made by the methods described herein.

Low cost process for manufacture of form-stable phase change material

The present invention generally relates to a method for manufacturing phase change material (PCM) pellets. The method includes providing a melt composition including paraffin and a polymer. The paraffin has a melt point between about 10° C. and about 50° C., and more preferably between about 18° C. and about 28° C. In one embodiment, the melt composition includes various additives, such as a flame retardant. The method further includes forming the melt composition into PCM pellets. The method further may include the step of cooling the melt to increase the melt viscosity before pelletizing.

Films of polymer-oil compositions

Films formed from compositions comprising thermoplastic polymers and oils are disclosed, where the oil is dispersed throughout the thermoplastic polymer. Also disclosed are articles formed from films of these compositions.

Barrier additives

The present invention relates to processes for making compatibilized high aspect ratio barrier additives and polymer compositions that comprise compatibilized high aspect ratio barrier additives. The invention also relates to compositions produced by these processes, and articles formed from polymer compositions of this invention. The barrier additives provide passive barriers to gas molecules such as oxygen and carbon dioxide minimizing transit of such molecules through sidewalls of polymer articles containing the barrier additives.

Polymer foam and preparation method thereof

The present disclosure relates to a polymer foam and a preparation method thereof. The polymer foam is obtained by physically foaming a thermoplastic elastomer or a polyolefin material, and has an apparent density of 0.30 g/cm3 or less and a rebound degree of 50% or more as measured according to ASTM D2632.

METHOD FOR PHYSICALLY FOAMING A POLYMER MATERIAL AND FOAMED ARTICLE

The present disclosure relates to a method for physically foaming a polymer material and a foamed article. The method for physically foaming a polymer material comprises: (1) making a thermoplastic elastomer or a polyolefin material into a blank with an injector, an extruder, or a molding press; (2) subjecting the polyolefin blank to a crosslinking reaction to obtain a crosslinked polyolefin blank; (3) subjecting the thermoplastic elastomer blank or the crosslinked polyolefin blank to a high pressure impregnation with a supercritical fluid in an autoclave, then releasing the pressure to a normal pressure to obtain a supercritical fluid-impregnated blank; and (4) placing the supercritical fluid-impregnated blank into an end-product mold to perform an 1:1 in-mold foaming to obtain a finished foam article. 1. A method for physically foaming a polymer material , comprising:(1) making a thermoplastic elastomer or a polyolefin material into a thermoplastic elastomer blank or a polyolefin blank with an injector, an extruder, or a molding press;(2) subjecting the polyolefin blank to a crosslinking reaction to obtain a crosslinked polyolefin blank;(3) subjecting the thermoplastic elastomer blank or the crosslinked polyolefin blank to a high pressure impregnation with a supercritical fluid at a pressure of 10-50 MPa in an autoclave, then releasing the pressure to a normal pressure to obtain a supercritical fluid-impregnated blank; and(4) placing the supercritical fluid-impregnated blank into an end-product mold to perform an 1:1 in-mold foaming to obtain a finished foam article.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , the thermoplastic elastomer comprises at least one of a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) claim 1 , a thermoplastic polyester elastomer (TPEE) claim 1 , and a polyether block amide elastomer (Pebax) claim 1 , or a mixture thereof.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein claim 1 , the polyolefin material comprises at least one of poly(ethylene-co ...

PACKAGING FILM COMPOSITION RECYCLABLE AND EXCELLENT IN ADHESIVENESS

Disclosed is a packaging film composition recyclable and excellent in adhesiveness, and more particularly to a packaging film composition recyclable and excellent in adhesiveness that is composed of a PET copolymer to secure high adhesiveness and become recyclable, enhancing thermal adhesion and printability of PE- or PP-based films and improving the reprocessability to increase the potential of recycling and to reduce the environmental contaminations caused by the increasing waste plastics. 1. A packaging film composition recyclable and excellent in adhesiveness , comprising:100 parts by weight of a PET copolymer,5 to 120 parts by weight of an ecofriendly plasticizer;5 to 100 parts by weight of acryl rubber or an acryl-based copolymer and butadiene rubber or a butadiene-based copolymer; and5 to 150 parts by weight of a thermoplastic polyester elastomer (TPEE),wherein the packaging film composition is available for processing by any one method of injection, extrusion, and calendering.2. The packaging film composition recyclable and excellent in adhesiveness as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the ecofriendly plasticizer is replaced by vegetable oil.3. The packaging film composition recyclable and excellent in adhesiveness as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the ecofriendly plasticizer is replaced by a styrene-based block copolymer.4. The packaging film composition recyclable and excellent in adhesiveness as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the ecofriendly plasticizer is replaced by a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) resin.5. The packaging film composition recyclable and excellent in adhesiveness as claimed in claim 1 , further comprising 5 to 100 parts by weight of a paraffin-based oil.6. The packaging film composition recyclable and excellent in adhesiveness as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the ecofriendly plasticizer is used in combination with a core-shell type copolymer.7. The packaging film composition recyclable and excellent in adhesiveness as claimed in claim 1 , wherein ...

Product with absorbed gel

A product with absorbed gel leaving the exposed surface of such product free of stickiness and/or free of the release of oils in any appreciable amounts. 1. A product with gel , comprising:a porous substrate; anda gel substrate adjoined to the porous substrate, the gel substrate comprising a thermoplastic elastomer, a paraffinic aromatic oil, and a viscosity modifier compound;wherein the viscosity modifier compound comprises:a powder of low density ultrafine polyethylene;a slip agent; anda linear low density polyethylene resin.2. The product as claimed in claim 1 , wherein particles of the powder of low density ultrafine polyethylene are essentially spherical with an average size comprised between 10 micron and 50 micron.3. The product as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the powder of low density ultrafine polyethylene is comprised between 1% and 7% by weight.4. The product as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the slip agent comprises a refined vegetable oil mixed with erucamide.5. The product as claimed in claim 4 , wherein the slip agent is comprised between 0.2% and 1% by weight.6. The product as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the linear low density polyethylene resin comprises a hexane copolymer.7. The product as claimed in claim 6 , wherein the linear low density polyethylene resin is comprised between 0.5% and 2% by weight.8. The product claimed in claim 1 , wherein the gel substrate comprises an antioxidant.9. The product as claimed in claim 8 , wherein the antioxidant is a phenolic antioxidant.10. The product as claimed in claim 9 , wherein the antioxidant is comprised between 0.1% and 0.5% by weight.11. The product as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the gel substrate comprises a phase change material.12. The product as claimed in claim 11 , wherein the phase change material comprises particles containing paraffin with a melting point comprised between 24° C. and 32° C.13. The product as claimed in claim 12 , wherein the phase change material is comprised up to 25% by ...

Flame Retardant Polyolefin Articles

A flame-retardant article including a polyolefin substrate having incorporated additives. The additives include: 2. The article of claim 1 , wherein the polyolefin substrate comprises a polymer selected from a group consisting of polypropylene claim 1 , polyethylene claim 1 , and copolymers or mixtures thereof.3. The article of claim 2 , wherein the polyolefin has one or more additional polymers incorporated therein claim 2 , the one or more additional polymers comprising polystyrene claim 2 , polyamide claim 2 , polyester claim 2 , polycarbonate claim 2 , epoxy resins claim 2 , polyurethane claim 2 , or copolymers or mixtures thereof.4. The article of claim 1 , wherein a physical dimension of the article is less than 1 mm.5. The article of claim 4 , wherein the article is a film having a thickness of less than 0.8 mm.6. The article of claim 1 , wherein both Rand Rare methyl.7. The article of claim 1 , wherein the N-alkoxy hindered amine is an N—C-Calkoxy hindered amine unsubstituted or substituted by hydroxy claim 1 , an N-cyclohexyloxy hindered amine claim 1 , or a hindered amine comprising the structural element N—O—W claim 1 , wherein W is a wax comprising between 50 and 1000 carbon atoms.12. The article of claim 1 , wherein the N-alkoxy hindered amine is a compound of formula (7).13. The article according to claim 1 , wherein the phosphonate ester of formula (1) is present in an amount of from 0.02 to 20% by weight claim 1 , based on the weight of the article claim 1 , the hindered N-alkoxy amine is present in an amount of from 0.02 to 20% by weight claim 1 , based on the weight of the article claim 1 , and the melamine cyanurate is present in an amount of from 0.02 to 20% by weight claim 1 , based on the weight of the article.14. The article of claim 1 , wherein a performance rating of the article from a UL-94 vertical burn (VB) test is V-0 when the article is in a form of a 125 mil injection molded bar.16. The flame retardant composition according to claim 15 ...

Wax as a Melt Flow Modifier and Processing Aid for Polymers

An improved method forms and employs a wax to modify throughputs and melt flow in polymers. The method includes: (a) selecting a solid polymeric material, (b) heating the solid polymeric material in an extruder to produce a molten polymeric material, (c) filtering the molten polymeric material, (d) placing the molten polymeric material through a chemical depolymerization process in a reactor to produce a depolymerized polymeric material, and (e) adding the depolymerized material to a pre-wax mixture to produce a modified polymer.

COMPOSITION AND METHOD OF MAKING BIODEGRADABLE PELLETS

Biodegradable pellet compositions comprising: a starch at about 30% to about 80% by weight of the composition, a plasticizer at about 2% to about 30% by weight of the composition; a flexibility agent at about 10% to about 40% by weight; a binder at about 3% to about 13% by weight of the composition; a hydrophobic agent at about 0.1% to about 5% by weight of the composition; and an emulsifier at about 0.1% to about 5% by weight of the composition. The compositions further comprise a defoaming agent where a biodegradable foam pellet is the end product. The compositions may optionally include a plant fiber. 1. A biodegradable plastic pellet composition , the composition comprising: a starch at about 30% to about 80% by weight of the composition , a plasticizer at about 2% to about 30% by weight of the composition; a flexibility agent at about 10% to about 40% by weight; a binder at about 3% to about 13% by weight of the composition; a hydrophobic agent at about 0.1% to about 5% by weight of the composition; and an emulsifier at about 0.1% to about 5% by weight of the composition.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the starch is a starch powder selected from the group consisting of corn starch claim 1 , wheat starch claim 1 , potato starch claim 1 , buckwheat starch and any mixture thereof.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the starch is unprocessed potato powder.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the starch has an amylose to amylopectin ratio of about 1:2 to about 1:5; and a moisture content of between about 15% to 25% by weight of the starch.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the plasticizer is selected from the group consisting of glycerol claim 1 , ethylene glycol claim 1 , polyglycerol and any mixture thereof.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the flexibility agent is urea claim 1 , citric acid or a polyol.7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the binder is selected from the group consisting of stearic acid claim 1 , glycerol monostearate ...

Polymer Composition For Producing Gel Extruded Articles and Polymer Articles Made Therefrom

A polymer composition for producing gel extruded articles is described. The polymer composition contains polyethylene particles combined with a plasticizer. The polyethylene particles are particularly selected so that the particles rapidly form a homogeneous gel-like material when combined with the plasticizer during gel processing. In one embodiment, the polyethylene used to produce the particles has a relatively low bulk density. Alternatively or in addition, the particles can have a carefully controlled particle size distribution. Polymer articles such as fibers and films can be produced having little to no imperfections. 1. A polymer composition for producing gel extruded articles comprising:a plasticizer; and [{'sup': '3', '(a) a bulk density of less than about 0.35 g/cm; and/or'}, '(b) a median particle size (d50) of less than 125 microns and wherein 90% of the particles have a particle size of less than about 180 microns, and wherein the high density polyethylene has an average molecular weight of greater than about 1,500,000 g/mol., 'high density polyethylene particles combined with the plasticizer, the high density polyethylene particles having at least one of the following characteristics2. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the high density polyethylene particles have a bulk density of less than about 0.33 g/cm.3. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the high density polyethylene particles have a bulk density of less than about 0.3 g/cmand greater than about 0.15 g/cm.4. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the high density polyethylene particles have a median particle size (d50) of less than about 100 microns.5. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein the high density polyethylene particles have a median particle size (d50) of from about 60 microns to less than 110 microns.6. A polymer composition as defined in claim 1 , wherein 90% of the high density polyethylene particles have a ...

ASPHALT PRODUCTS AND METHODS OF PRODUCING THEM FOR REJUVENATION AND SOFTENING OF ASPHALT

The present invention relates to relates to a method of producing an improved asphalt. This method includes providing an asphalt binder and providing a compound of formula (I): 3. The method of claim 2 , wherein the compound of formula (I) is selected from the group consisting of epoxidized benzyl soyate and epoxidized isoamyl soyate.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the compound of formula (I) is mixed in an amount of 0.1 to 15.0 wt % with the asphalt binder.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the compound of formula (I) is mixed in an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 wt % with the asphalt binder.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the compound of formula (I) is mixed in an amount of 5.0 to 99.0 wt % with the asphalt binder to form a master batch.7. The method of further comprising:mixing the master batch with asphalt to form a composition containing an amount of 0.1 to 15.0 wt % of the compound of formula (I) for direct application of the improved asphalt.8. The method of further comprising:mixing the master batch with asphalt to form a composition containing an amount of 0.1 to 5.0 wt % of the compound of formula (I) for direct application of the improved asphalt.9. The method of claim 1 , wherein the compound of formula (I) is derived from sources selected from the group consisting of fish oil claim 1 , animal oil claim 1 , vegetable oil claim 1 , synthetic and genetically-modified plant oils claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.10. The method of claim 1 , wherein the compound of formula (I) is derived from a source other than soybean oil or corn oil.11. The method of claim 9 , wherein the vegetable oil is selected from the group consisting of high erucic acid rapeseed oil claim 9 , safflower oil claim 9 , canola oil claim 9 , castor oil claim 9 , sunflower oil claim 9 , and linseed oil.12. The method of claim 1 , wherein the compound of formula (I) is methylated claim 1 , hydrogenated claim 1 , and/or hydrolyzed.13. The method of claim 1 , wherein the improved asphalt has a high ...

Foaming Resin Composition, Preparation Method Therefor, and Foam Using Same

A foaming resin composition of the present invention contains an aromatic vinyl-based resin and zinc oxide, wherein the size ratio (B/A), in which peak A is a 370 nm to 390 nm region and peak B is a 450 nm to 600 nm region, of zinc oxide is approximately 0.01 to approximately 1 when photoluminescence is measured, and the BET surface area thereof is approximately 1 m/g to approximately 10 m/g. 1. A expandable resin composition comprising:an aromatic vinyl resin; andzinc oxide,{'sup': 2', '2, 'wherein the zinc oxide has a peak intensity ratio (B/A) of about 0.01 to about 1, where A indicates a peak in the wavelength range of 370 nm to 390 nm and B indicates a peak in the wavelength range of 450 nm to 600 nm in photoluminescence measurement and a BET surface area of about 1 m/g to about 10 m/g, as measured using a BET analyzer.'}2. The expandable resin composition according to claim 1 , wherein the zinc oxide is present in an amount of about 1 part by weight to about 10 parts by weight relative to 100 parts by weight of the aromatic vinyl resin.3. The expandable resin composition according to claim 1 , wherein the aromatic vinyl resin is a polymer of a monomer mixture comprising styrene claim 1 , α-methylstyrene claim 1 , vinyltoluene claim 1 , and/or chlorostyrene.4. The expandable resin composition according to claim 1 , wherein the zinc oxide has an average particle size of about 0.5 μm to about 3 μm.6. The expandable resin composition according to claim 1 , wherein the zinc oxide has a peak intensity ratio (B/A) of about 0.05 to about 0.5 in photoluminescence measurement.7. The expandable resin composition according to claim 1 , further comprising:an expanding agent comprising a hydrocarbon compound and/or a fluorinated hydrocarbon.8. A method of preparing an expandable resin composition claim 1 , comprising:forming a mixed composition by mixing an aromatic vinyl resin and zinc oxide; andextruding the mixed composition while introducing an expanding agent into the ...

Rubberized textile material for a belt ply, associated rubber mixture and belt

The rubberized textile material for a belt textile ply is provided on at least one side of a textile web with a peroxidically crosslinkable ethylene-alpha-olefin-diene terpolymer rubber mixture, preferably an EPDM mixture. In this rubberization mixture the third monomer content (diene content) of the EPDM is preferably at least 4% and the rubber mixture contains: a peroxidic crosslinker, a mineral oil having an aromatics proportion of at least 50 percent by weight and at least one reactive phenol and/or reactive phenol resin capable of binding to the double bonds of unsaturated polymers. The reactive phenol and/or phenol resin and the mineral oil are present in the rubber mixture in a content of altogether 5 to 60 phr. The rubberization has an exceptional manufacturing tack coupled with good adhesion and good dynamic properties. 1. A rubberized textile material for a belt textile ply , comprising a textile web that is at least onesidedly provided with a peroxidically crosslinkable ethylene-alpha-olefin (EAO) rubber mixture , wherein the ethylene-alpha-olefin rubber mixture comprisesan ethylene-alpha-olefin-diene terpolymer,a peroxidic crosslinker,a mineral oil having an aromatics proportion of at least 50 percent by weight, andat least one reactive phenol and/or reactive phenol resin capable of binding to double bonds of unsaturated polymers, wherein the reactive phenol/phenol resin and the mineral oil are present in the rubber mixture in a content of altogether 5 to 60 parts per hundred rubber (phr).2. The rubberized textile material as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the rubber mixture contains at least 50 phr of ethylene-alpha-olefin-diene terpolymer.3. The rubberized textile material as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the diene content of the ethylene-alpha-olefin-diene terpolymer ranges from 4% to 11.4. The rubberized textile material as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the ethylene-alpha-olefin-diene terpolymer is an ethylen-propylene-diene terpolymer (EPDM).5. The ...

STRUCTURED BODY HAVING HYDROPHOBIC SURFACE, AND METHOD FOR PRODUCING THE SAME

A structured body including: a formed body, the surface of which being formed of an underlying resin layer (); and fine particles distributed on the underlying resin layer () on the surface of the formed body, wherein the structured body is characterized in that wax () is distributed on the surface of the underlying resin layer () together with fine particles (), and the wax () is partly absorbed into the underlying resin layer (). 1. A structured body including: a formed body having a surface formed of a resin layer and fine particles distributed on the resin layer on the surface of the formed body ,wherein wax is distributed on the surface of the resin layer together with the fine particles, and the wax is partly absorbed into the resin layer.2. The structured body according to claim 1 , wherein the fine particles are hydrophobic fine particles.3. The structured body according to claim 1 , wherein a metaball steric layer of the wax spreading like continuous metaballs is formed on the resin layer claim 1 , and the fine particles are distributed inside the metaball steric layer.4. The structured body according to claim 3 , wherein the metaball steric layer has a structure of linked balls having a diameter in a range of 20 to 200 nm in an observation with a scanning electron microscope.5. The structured body according to claim 1 , wherein the fine particles have an average primary particle diameter in a range of 4 nm to 1 μm.6. The structured body according to claim 1 , wherein the wax has a melting point in a range of 40° C. to 110° C.7. The structured body according to claim 1 , wherein the resin layer is formed of a resin having an SP value different by not more than 1.5 (MPa)from an SP value of the wax.8. The structured body according to claim 7 , wherein the resin forming the resin layer is an acyclic olefinic resin and the wax is at least one selected from the group consisting of paraffin wax claim 7 , microcrystalline wax claim 7 , and polyethylene wax.9. The ...

RHEOLOGY CONTROL AGENT AND CURABLE COMPOSITION USING THE SAME

A rheology control agent for a curable composition includes: a diamide compound (A) and/or a hydrogenated castor oil (A′), the diamide compound (A) being obtained by condensation reaction between a diamine component (A1) and a monocarboxylic acid component (A2); and a polyamide compound (B) obtained by polycondensation of an amine component (B1) and a carboxylic acid component (B2). The amine component (B1) contains at least one amine selected from the group consisting of a diamine and a triamine having 2 to 54 carbon atoms. The carboxylic acid component (B2) contains at least one carboxylic acid selected from the group consisting of a dicarboxylic acid and a tricarboxylic acid having 4 to 54 carbon atoms. The polyamide compound (B) is obtained by polycondensation of at least one of the amine component (B1) and the carboxylic acid component (B2) containing polymerized fatty acids.

Mineral wool insulation

Mineral wool insulation products are provided. The mineral wool insulation includes a plurality of mineral wool fibers and a wax emulsion applied to the mineral wool fibers. The wax emulsion imparts excellent water resistance and thermal performance properties to the mineral wool insulation.

Composition comprising a light-weight filler

The present invention relates to compositions containing at least one reactive binder, at least one curing agent and/or accelerator, at least one thermally activatable blowing agent and at least one light-weight filler, wherein at least one expanded particle of at least one glass-rich volcanic rock with a closed outer shell is contained as a light-weight filler. The invention also relates to a method for stiffening and/or reinforcing components with thin-walled structures with a corresponding composition as well as to correspondingly produced components.

A PROCESS FOR PRODUCING A NON-OREINTED FILM WITH IMRPOVED OXYGEN BARRIER PROPERTY

The present invention is directed to a process for producing a non-oriented film with improved oxygen barrier property, and to such a non-oriented film. The non-oriented film comprises a polyolefin composition comprising a propylene homo- or copolymer, a hydrocarbon resin and optionally a nucleating agent. The process involves cooling of the extruded film at a certain cooling temperature which is preferably higher than the cooling temperature of a film which has the same components in the same relative amounts apart from not comprising the hydrocarbon resin. The present invention allows the application of a polypropylene based non-oriented film like a cast film (CPP) for packaging of sensitive food. 1: A process for producing a non-oriented film , wherein the film comprises a polyolefin composition comprising the components (A) and (B):{'sub': '2', '(A) a propylene homo- or copolymer with an MFRof 0.5-80 g/10 min as measured in accordance with ISO 1133, and'}(B) a hydrocarbon resin product comprising a hydrocarbon resin, wherein the hydrocarbon resin is characterized bya softening point of 200° C. or less as measured according to ASTM E-28,a weight average molecular weight of 500-5,000 g/mol,a melt viscosity of 80-400 mPa·s at 200° C. as measured according to ASTM D-3236,or by any combination thereof,wherein the process comprises the steps of(a) providing the components for producing the film including components (A) and (B),(b) blending the components before or during melt-mixing in an extruder for producing a film,(c) extruding the film by means of the extruder,(d) cooling the obtained film, and(e) recovering of the obtained film.2: The process according to claim 1 , wherein in step (d) cooling of the obtained film is performed at a certain cooling temperature claim 1 , wherein the cooling temperature is higher than the cooling temperature of a film which has the same components in the same relative amounts apart from not comprising said hydrocarbon resin product ...

POLYMER COMPOSITIONS FOR SHRINK-WRAP FILMS

Polymer compositions comprising styrene butadiene block-copolymers (SBC) can be used for shrink-wrap films, a stiff star-shaped SBC block copolymer A having two short branches of a single copolymer block (B/S)and two long branches of the structure S-[(B/S)]-(B/S)or [(B/S)]-(B/S)are used in said polymer composition, and the production of shrink-wrap films and of multilayer films is described. 120-. (canceled)21. A star-shaped block copolymer A having:{'sub': Ai', 'A, 'two short branches consisting of a single copolymer block (B/S)made from 65 to 95 wt.-% vinylaromatic monomers and 35 to 5 wt.-% dienes and having a glass transition temperature Tgin the range from 40 to 90° C., and'}{'sub': t', 'A', 'n', 'Ai', 'A', 'n', 'Ai', 'Ai', 't', 'A', 'n', 'A', 'A', 'Ai, 'two long branches of the structure S-[(B/S)]-(B/S)or [(B/S)]-(B/S), linked by way of the inner blocks (B/S), where the block Sis made from 95 to 100 wt.-% of vinylaromatic monomers and 0 to 5 wt.-% of dienes; the block [(B/S)]consists of one or more different or identical copolymer blocks (B/S), each made from 65 to 95 wt.-% vinylaromatic monomers and 35 to 5 wt.-% dienes and have a glass transition temperature Tgin the range from 40 to 90° C.; n is a regular number of at least 1, and the block (B/S)is as defined above, wherein'}{'sub': Ai', 'n', 'A', 'n', 'n, 'the block (B/S)has a number average molar mass Min the range of from 5000 to 15000 g/mol and the entire block [(B/S)]has a number average molar mass Mof 50000 to 150000 g/mol.'}22. The star-shaped block copolymer A according to claim 21 , wherein the number-average molar mass Mn of the block Sis in the range from 3000 to 8000 g/mol.23. The star-shaped block copolymer A according to claim 21 , wherein the copolymer blocks (B/S)and (B/S)are composed of polymerized vinylaromatic monomers and of dienes with random distribution.24. The star-shaped block copolymer A according to claim 21 , wherein the block [(B/S)]consists of 2 to 10 different copolymer blocks ...

Elastomer formulations comprising discrete carbon nanotube fibers

This present invention relates to the carbon nanotubes as composites with materials such as elastomers, thermosets and thermoplastics. A further feature of this invention relates to the development of a concentrate of carbon nanotubes with an elastomer wherein the concentrate can be further diluted with an elastomer and other polymers and fillers using conventional melt mixing equipment.

Antimicrobial material comprising synergistic combinations of metal oxides

The present invention relates to materials having antimicrobial properties, said materials comprising a polymer having incorporated therein a synergistic combination of at least two metal oxide powders, comprising a mixed oxidation state oxide of a first metal and a single oxidation state oxide of a second metal, the powders being incorporated substantially uniformly within said polymer, wherein the powders have substantially different specific gravities and substantially similar bulk densities and wherein the ions of the metal powders are in ionic contact upon exposure of said material to moisture. There are further provided methods for the preparation of said materials and uses thereof, including in combating or inhibiting the activity of microbes or microorganisms.

STRUCTURE HAVING EXTERNALLY ADDED REGIONS ON THE SURFACE THEREOF

A structure including a formed body () formed in a predetermined shape and an externally added region formed on the surface of the formed body (), wherein the externally added region has externally added protuberances () of a mixture of a wax component and a liquid () formed on the surface of the formed body () and, further, has a mountain/valley surface formed by the distribution of the externally added protuberances (); and on the externally added region, the surfaces (valley portions) of the formed body 1 are covered with the liquid () at portions among the externally added protuberances (). 1. A structure including a formed body formed in a predetermined shape and an externally added region formed on a surface of said formed body , wherein:said externally added region has externally added protuberances of a mixture of a wax component and a liquid formed on the surface of said formed body and, further, has a mountain/valley surface formed by the distribution of said externally added protuberances; andon said externally added region, the surfaces of said formed body are covered with said liquid at portions among the externally added protuberances.2. The structure according to claim 1 , wherein a difference h of elevation is at least not less than 10 μm between the mountain portion and the valley portion on the mountain/valley surface in said externally added region.4. The structure according to claim 1 , wherein said wax component has a melting point of not lower than 50° C.5. The structure according to claim 1 , wherein said liquid is an oily liquid.6. The structure according to claim 5 , wherein said oily liquid acquires an angle of contact (23° C.) of not more than 45° relative to the surface of said formed body and has a viscosity (25° C.) of not more than 100 mPa·s7. The structure according to claim 1 , wherein said externally added protuberances as well as the surfaces of said formed body among said externally added protuberances are coated with said liquid ...

Polyacetal resin composition, molded article and method for manufacturing polyacetal resin composition

To provide a polyacetal resin composition which is good sliding characteristics and is less likely to produce the blister; a molded article; and a method for manufacturing the polyacetal resin composition. The polyacetal resin composition containing: (A) 100 parts by mass of a polyacetal resin; (B1) a polyolefin resin grafted with a silicone compound; (B2) a non-grafted silicone compound; and (C) 0.5 to 1.8 parts by mass of a polyolefinic lubricant, with a total of content of the silicone compound in the (B1) polyolefin resin and content of the (B2) non-grafted silicone compound, being adjusted to 0.6 to 2.5 parts by mass, per 100 parts by mass of the (A) polyacetal resin, and with (B1)/(B2), which is a ratio by mass of the content of the (B1) polyolefin resin and the content of the (B2) non-grafted silicone compound, being adjusted to 68/32 to 45/55.

Recycled hot asphalt mixture production method

Provided is a production method of a recycled hot asphalt mixture obtained by mixing a recycled aggregate, a new aggregate, asphalt, and an additive for recycle, comprising: heating the additive for recycle; adding moisture to the heated additive for recycle and mixing thereof so as to make the additive for recycle be formed; and adding the additive for recycle in a foamed state to the recycled aggregate, the new aggregate, and the asphalt and mixing thereof.

Materials and Methods

Filled polymer compositions and methods of making said filled polymer compositions and shaped articles or products comprising or formed from said polymer compositions. 1. A polymer composition comprising a polymer and a filler material , wherein the filler material comprises titanium dioxide (TiO) and the polymer is selected from any one or more of: high density polyethylene (HDPE) , cyclic olefin copolymer (COC) , polyphenylene ether (PPE) , polypropylene (PP) , and fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP).2. The polymer composition according to claim 1 , wherein the titanium dioxide is present in an amount of at least 20 vol % based on the total volume of the polymer composition.3. (canceled)4. The polymer composition according to claim 1 , wherein the titanium dioxide is present in an amount of at least 40 vol % based on the total volume of the polymer composition.5. (canceled)6. The polymer composition according to claim 1 , wherein the titanium dioxide is present in an amount of at least 60 vol % based on the total volume of the polymer composition.7. The polymer composition according to claim 1 , wherein the titanium dioxide is not surface treated.8. The polymer composition according to claim 1 , wherein the titanium dioxide is surface treated titanium dioxide.9. The polymer composition according to claim 8 , wherein the titanium dioxide is surface treated with a silane.10. The polymer composition according to claim 9 , wherein the titanium dioxide is surface treated with a silane and wherein the silane is selected from methacryl silanes.11. The polymer composition according to claim 9 , wherein the titanium dioxide is surface treated with a silane and the silane is selected from any one or more of: methacryloxypropyltrimethoxy silane.12. The polymer composition according to claim 8 , wherein the titanium dioxide is surface treated in an amount of about 0.9 wt % to about 2 wt % claim 8 , based on the weight of the surface treated titanium dioxide.13. The polymer ...

DIP FORMABLE SOLUTIONS AND DISPERSIONSAND ARTICLES MADE THEREFROM

This invention relates to eco-friendly dip formable solutions and dispersions for making dip formed articles. Some embodiments of the invention include coatable, dip formable, or emulsifiable solution composition comprising one or more styrenic block copolymers in cyclic natural terpenes, such as citrus peel extract which can be used to form an article. In some embodiments dip formable solutions and dispersions comprise of styrenated block copolymers and polyolefins. In some embodiments the styrenated block copolymers are saturated, unsaturated, or a blend. In some embodiments, the styrenated block copolymers comprises an oil or a plasticizer. In some embodiments the articles are made from an emulsion. In some embodiments the articles are made from a plastisol. 1. A dip formable composition comprising a styrenic block copolymer disposed in a cyclic terpene.2. The dip formable composition of claim 1 , in which the styrenic block copolymer is chosen from a saturated styrenic block copolymer or a mixture of saturated styrenic block copolymers.3. The dip formable composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises an oil or plasticizer.4. The dip formable composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises a polyolefin.5. The dip formable composition of claim 4 , wherein the styrenic block copolymer is saturated.6. The dip formable composition of claim 5 , wherein the composition comprises an oil or plasticizer.7. The dip formable composition of claim 6 , wherein the block copolymer is a styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene block copolymer.8. The dip formable composition of claim 6 , wherein composition comprises the styrenic block copolymer is present in an amount of from about 5% to about 50% by weight claim 6 , the polyolefin in an amount of from about 0.1% to about 25% by weight claim 6 , and the oil in an amount of from about 25% to about 75% by weight claim 6 , where the % by weight refers to the % by weight of a dry film formed from the ...

BIODECOMPOSABLE FILM MATERIAL AND METHOD FOR MAKING THE SAME

A biodecomposable film material includes: a biodecomposable material which is one or more selected from the group consisting of polylactic acid, poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) and poly butylene succinate and which has a mass percentage of 60-70%; a food grade agricultural waste having a diameter smaller than 50 μm and a mass percentage of 10-30%; a modifier which is calcium carbonate powder or magnesium silicate salt powder and which has a diameter smaller than 8 μm and a mass percentage of 7-29%; and an organic decomposing bacterium which is . The organic decomposing bacterium is heat resistant capable of withstanding a temperature of 100° C. and has a mass percentage of 1-3%. The biodecomposable material, the food grade agricultural waste, the modifier, and the organic decomposing bacterium are subjected to compounding and blowing to form a film having a thickness of 40-60 μm. 1. A biodecomposable film material comprising:a biodecomposable material which is one or more selected from the group consisting of polylactic acid (PLA), poly(butylene adipate-co-terephthalate) (PBAT) and poly butylene succinate (PBS), wherein a mass percentage of the biodecomposable material is 60-70%;a food grade agricultural waste which is powder obtained from finely grinding starch, fibers, proteins, or lipids, wherein the food grade agricultural waste after grinding and drying has a diameter smaller than 50 μm, and wherein a mass percentage of the food grade agricultural waste is 10-30%;{'sub': '3', 'a modifier which is calcium carbonate (CaCO) powder or magnesium silicate salt powder, wherein the modifier has a diameter smaller than 8 μm, and wherein a mass percentage of the modifier is 7-29%; and'}{'i': Bacillus amyloliquefaciens', 'bacillus, 'an organic decomposing bacterium which is , wherein the organic decomposing bacterium is heat resistant capable of withstanding a temperature of 100° C., wherein a mass percentage of the organic decomposing bacterium is 1-3%, wherein ...

Polymer composition, cross-linked product and tire

A polymer composition includes a polymer (A) having, when composition ratios (molar ratios) of a structural unit represented by formula (1), a structural unit represented by formula (2), a structural unit represented by formula (3), and a structural unit represented by formula (4) in the polymer (A) are p, q, r, and s, respectively, a value α represented by formula (i) of 0.60 or more:with a weight average molecular weight (Mw) of 1.0×105 to 2.0×106 in terms of polystyrene measured by gel permeation chromatography, and a carbon-carbon unsaturated bond; and a paraffin wax (B) having a melting point of 70° C. or more.

COTTONSEED OIL BASED ADDITIVE COMPOSITIONS FOR PLASTICS MOLDING AND EXTRUSION

A method of fabricating plastic products having a preselected characteristic, comprising preparing a dispersion of at least one additive contributes the preselected characteristic in cottonseed oil; supplying a preselected plastic resin for the product to be fabricated to a process machine having a rotating screw; furnishing the dispersion to the process machine at a position adjacent to threaded portion of the rotating screw; and blending the dispersion and the resin by rotating the screw. 1. A blend for use in molding or extruding plastic products comprising at least one additive and cottonseed oil.2. A method of fabricating a plastic article , comprising:a) preparing a blend comprising plastic resin, at least one additive selected to impart a preselected characteristic to the article to be fabricated, and cottonseed oil; andb) forming the blend under pressure and heat into the plastic article.3. The method of claim 2 , wherein forming comprises injection molding.4. The method of claim 2 , wherein forming comprises extruding.5. The method of claim 4 , wherein the blend comprises at least one dispersion of solid phase additive in cottonseed oil.6. The method of claim 5 , wherein the blend comprises a plurality of dispersions claim 5 , each of a solid phase additive claim 5 , in cottonseed oil.7. The method of claim 2 , wherein the blend comprises at least one additive to facilitate fabrication of the plastic article.8. The method of claim 7 , wherein the additive is dispersed in cottonseed oil.9. A method of molding or extruding plastic parts comprising the steps of:a) providing a collection of additives, at least one of which is a solid;b) providing a quantity of cottonseed oil;c) creating a plurality of single additive dispersions each in a cottonseed oil carrier;d) mixing selected ones of the single additive dispersions to create a blend;e) milling the blend; andf) adding the blend to thermoplastic resin in the course of molding or extrusion.10. A method of ...

Laminated body, molded article, electroconductive pattern, electronic circuit, and electromagnetic shield

The present invention provides a laminated body including a support (A) that includes a polyphenylene sulfide resin composition containing a polyphenylene sulfide (a1) and an elastomer (a2), and a metal layer (B) and a metal-plating layer (C) that are laminated on the support (A) in this order, wherein the elastomer (a2) is contained in the polyphenylene sulfide resin composition in an amount in the range of 0.3 to 90 parts by mass relative to 100 parts by mass of the polyphenylene sulfide (a1). The laminated body is excellent in adhesiveness between the polyphenylene sulfide as the support and the metal-plating layer, and also has a thermal resistance so as to maintain the excellent adhesiveness even when exposed to a high-temperature environment.

STRUCTURE HAVING A GEL-LIKE COATING ON THE SURFACE THEREOF

A structure forming a gel-like coating () on a surface of a base material () that is formed in a predetermined shape, the gel-like coating including fine solid particles of a grain size of not more than 50 μm and an oily liquid. 1. A structure forming a gel-like coating on a surface of a base material that is formed in a predetermined shape , said gel-like coating including fine solid particles of a grain size of not more than 50 μm and an oily liquid.2. The structure according to claim 1 , wherein said coating has a viscosity of 35 to 250 mPa·s (25° C.) as measured at a rotational frequency of 20 rpm.3. The structure according to claim 2 , wherein said oily liquid has an angle of contact (20° C.) of not more than 45 degrees with respect to the surface of said base material and a viscosity (25° C.) of not more than 100 mPa·s.4. The structure according to claim 3 , wherein said oily liquid is an edible oil.5. The structure according to claim 1 , wherein said fine solid particles are fat-and-oil particles.6. The structure according to claim 1 , wherein said gel-like coating is formed on the surface of the base material in an amount of 1.00 to 3.70 mg/cm.7. The structure according to claim 1 , wherein the surface of said base material is formed of a synthetic resin or a glass.8. The structure according to claim 1 , wherein said base material is a container and said gel-like coating is formed on an inner surface thereof with which a content comes in contact. This invention relates to a structure having a gel-like coating on the surface thereof. More specifically, the invention relates to a structure that can be favorably used as a container.The containers for containing liquid contents must be capable of favorably discharging the contents irrespective of the materials forming the containers. Discharging the content is not almost of a problem when the liquids having low viscosities such as water and the like are contained. Discharging the content, however, becomes a ...

Cushion and shoe

Provided is a cushion partially or entirely composed of a foam, wherein the foam is composed of: a hydrocarbon-based oil including ethylene and α-olefin as constituent units; and a polymer composition including one or a plurality of polymers.

FOAMABLE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR FABRICATING FOAMED ARTICLES

In one aspect, a foamable composition is disclosed, which comprises a base polymer, talc and a citrate compound blended with the base polymer. In some embodiments, the concentration of the talc in the composition is in a range of about 0.05% to about 25% by weight, e.g., in a range of about 2% to about 20%, or in a range of about 3% to about 15%, or in a range of about 5% to about 10%. Further, the concentration of the citrate compound in the composition can be, for example, in a range of about 0.05% to about 3% by weight, or in a range of about 0.02% to about 0.9% by weight, or in a range of about 0.03% to about 0.8% by weight, or in a range of about 0.04% to about 0.7% by weight, or in a range of about 0.05% to about 0.6% by weight 1. A composition , comprising:a base polymer,talc blended with said base polymer, anda citrate compound blended with said base polymer.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein a concentration of said talc in said composition is in a range of about 0.3% to about 30% by weight.3. The composition of claim 2 , wherein a concentration of said talc in said composition is in a range of about 2% to about 20% by weight.4. The composition of claim 2 , wherein a concentration of said talc in said composition is in a range of about 3% to about 15%.5. The composition of claim 2 , wherein a concentration of said talc in said composition is in a range of about 5% to about 10%.6. The composition of claim 1 , wherein a concentration of said citrate compound in said composition is in a range of about 0.01% to about 1% by weight.7. The composition of claim 6 , wherein a concentration of said citrate compound in said composition is in a range of about 0.02% to about 0.9% by weight.8. The composition of claim 6 , wherein a concentration of said citrate compound in said composition is in a range of about 0.03% to about 0.8% by weight.9. The composition of claim 6 , wherein a concentration of said citrate compound in said composition is in a range of about 0. ...

A FIRE-PROTECTING INSULATION PRODUCT AND USE OF SUCH PRODUCT

A fire-protecting insulation product has air-laid mineral wool fibres and a binder. The binder is the result of curing a binder composition comprising at least one hydrocolloid. The product further comprises a particulate endothermic material. 1. A fire-protecting insulation product comprising air-laid mineral wool fibres and a binder , said binder being the result of curing a binder composition comprising at least one hydrocolloid , and said product further comprising a particulate endothermic material.2. A product according to claim 1 , wherein the binder further comprises at least one fatty acid ester of glycerol.3. A product according to claim 1 , wherein the particulate endothermic material is distributed evenly within the fire-protecting insulation product.4. A product according claim 1 , to claim 1 , wherein the product has a first and a second face section with a core section therebetween claim 1 , and wherein the particulate endothermic material is distributed such that there is a higher concentration of endothermic material in the core section of the mineral fibre wool product than in the face sections.5. A product according to claim 1 , wherein the endothermic material is selected from the group consisting of gypsum claim 1 , magnesium hydroxide claim 1 , hydromagnesit claim 1 , aluminium hydroxide and aluminium trihydroxide.6. A product according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one hydrocolloid is selected from the group consisting of gelatin claim 1 , pectin claim 1 , starch claim 1 , alginate claim 1 , agar agar claim 1 , carrageenan claim 1 , gellan gum claim 1 , guar gum claim 1 , gum arabic claim 1 , locust bean gum claim 1 , xanthan gum claim 1 , cellulose derivatives such as carboxymethylcellulose claim 1 , arabinoxylan claim 1 , cellulose claim 1 , curdlan claim 1 , β-glucan.7. A product according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one hydrocolloid is a polyelectrolytic hydrocolloid.8. A product according to claim 7 , wherein the binder results ...

POLYMERIC CRYSTALLINE COMPOSITION, METHOD OF MANUFACTURING SAME AND USES THEREOF

A composition comprising, a polymeric crystalline structure having lamellae and/or multilamellar structures and being devoid of trace of amorphous material, detectable by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) with a magnification of ×2,300 at working distance of 10 mm and acceleration voltage of 15 kV. 1. A composition comprising , a polymeric crystalline structure having lamellae and/or multilamellar structures and being devoid of trace of amorphous material , detectable by Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM) with a magnification of ×2 ,300 at working distance of 10 mm and acceleration voltage of 15 kV.2. (canceled)3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein each of said lamellae and/or multilamellar structures is devoid of etched edges detectable by said SEM with said magnification at said working distance and said acceleration voltage of 15 kV.46-. (canceled)7. The composition according to claim 1 , wherein a first side of said crystalline structure engages a substrate and a second side of said crystalline structure is free claim 1 ,wherein inter-lamellar or inter-multi-lamellar voids at said second side, over an area of about 10 square μm and thickness of at least 1 μm, have an average diameter of at least 0.01 μm, and are devoid of any amorphous material.8. The composition according to claim 1 , comprising a first plurality of bundles of lamellar nanostructures arranged on a substrate generally perpendicular thereto claim 1 , and at least one additional bundle of lamellar nanostructure generally parallel to said substrate and being on top of lamellar nanostructures of said first plurality and/or sequences and/or multiple layers thereof.9. The composition according to claim 7 , wherein said substrate and said crystalline structure comprise the same polymer.10. The composition according to claim 7 , further comprising a foreign material that is generally different from the polymeric material claim 7 , said foreign material at least partially filling at least one void ...

Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder and ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber

The present invention provides an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder having a viscosity-average molecular weight of 10×10or higher and 1000×10or lower, wherein a difference between a temperature at which a torque value reaches 80% of the maximum torque value and a temperature at which the torque value reaches 20% of the maximum torque value is 0.1° C. or more and 50° C. or less in torque value measurement. 2. The ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder according to claim 1 , wherein the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder has Mw/Mn of 6 or more and 14 or less.3. The ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder according to claim 1 , wherein a content of an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder particle of 53 μm or smaller is less than 10% by mass.4. The ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder according to claim 1 , wherein a tap density of an on-powder in classification of the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder through a screen mesh having an aperture size of 212 μm is 0.50 g/cmor larger and 0.60 g/cmor smaller.5. The ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder according to claim 1 , wherein a ratio (BD/BD) of a bulk density (BD) of a pass-through powder in classification of the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder through a screen mesh having an aperture size of 53 μm with respect to a bulk density (BD) of an on-powder in classification of the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder through a screen mesh having an aperture size of 300 μm is 0.7 or more and 1.4 or less.6. The ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder according to claim 1 , wherein the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder has a melting point (Tm1) of 135° C. or higher and 145° C. or lower in DSC measurement.7. The ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder according to claim 1 , wherein the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder has a quantity of heat of melting (ΔH1) of 190 J/g or ...

Methods for making lignocellulose composite products with oxidative binders and encapsulated catalyst

In some examples, one or more metal-containing catalysts and one or more waxes can be mixed or otherwise combined to produce an encapsulated catalyst composition. The wax can be at least partially coated on the metal-containing catalyst. A mixture of water and the wax can be agitated or otherwise mixed, and the metal-containing catalyst can be added to or otherwise combined with the water and wax mixture to produce a wax emulsified catalyst. A plurality of lignocellulose substrates, one or more oxidants, and the encapsulated catalyst composition can be mixed or otherwise combined to produce a lignocellulose binder mixture. The lignocellulose binder mixture can be heated to produce a composite product.

Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder and ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber

The present invention provides an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder having a viscosity-average molecular weight of 10×10or higher and 1000×10or lower, wherein a temperature range in which a torque value reaches ½ of the maximum torque value is 150° C. or higher and 170° C. or lower in torque value measurement. 2. The ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder according to claim 1 , wherein the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder hasD10/D50 of 0.40 or more,D90/D50 of 2.0 or less, andD50 of 80 μm or larger and 250 μm or smaller.3. The ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder according to claim 1 , wherein a content of an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder particle of 53 μm or smaller is 5% by mass or more and 45% by mass or less.4. The ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder according to claim 1 , wherein the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder has Tm1 of 130° C. or higher and 150° C. or lower in DSC measurement.5. The ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder according to claim 1 , wherein an amount of Si remaining in the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder is 1 ppm or more.6. An ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber prepared by spinning an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder according to . The present invention relates to an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder and an ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fiber.Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powders are excellent in impact resistance and abrasion resistance and are therefore used as engineering plastics in various fields. Also, the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powders have a much higher molecular weight than that of general-purpose polyethylene powders and are therefore expected to produce a molded product having high strength and high elasticity if the ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powders can be highly oriented. Thus, various studies have been made on higher ...

POLYMER-MODIFIED ASPHALT WITH WAX ADDITIVE

An improved method forms and employs a wax to modify asphalt. The method includes: (a) selecting a solid polymeric material, (b) heating the solid polymeric material in an extruder to produce a molten polymeric material, (c) filtering the molten polymeric material, (d) placing the molten polymeric material through a chemical depolymerization process in a reactor to produce a depolymerized polymeric material, and (e) adding the depolymerized material to a pre-wax mixture to produce a polymer-modified asphalt. The addition of wax reduced the mixing time necessary to achieve improved polymer dispersion compared to the control formulation modified bitumen and reduced the viscosity of the neat bitumen. Pre-polymer addition of wax is detrimental to most properties of the resulting modified asphalt. Post-polymer addition improved viscosity reduction, higher softening point and improved dimensional stability. 1. A polymer-modified asphalt comprising:(a) an amount of a wax, wherein said wax is created via the depolymerization of a polymeric material(b) an amount of styrene-butadiene-styrene; and(c) an amount of asphalt.2. The polymer-modified asphalt of claim 1 , wherein said polymeric material comprises polyethylene.3. The polymer-modified asphalt of claim 1 , wherein said polymeric material comprises polypropylene.4. The polymer-modified asphalt of claim 1 , wherein said polymeric material comprises recycled polyethylene.5. The polymer-modified asphalt of claim 1 , wherein said polymeric material comprises recycled polypropylene.6. The polymer-modified asphalt of claim 1 , wherein said polymeric material comprises a recycled polymer.7. The polymer-modified asphalt of claim 1 , wherein said amount of asphalt is between and inclusive of 86% and 98% by weight of said polymer-modified asphalt.8. The polymer-modified asphalt of claim 1 , wherein said amount of said wax is between and inclusive of 0.1% and 25% by weight of said polymer-modified asphalt.9. The polymer-modified ...

WAX COATING AND ASSOCIATED METHODS OF USE

Wax compositions are provided with improved properties for various applications, such as coating of composite cellulosic materials, e.g., composite wood material, particleboard, medium density fiberboard, construction board or combination thereof. As described herein, paraffin wax compositions are provided that have n-paraffin content of from about 30% wt to about 95% wt, and a 95% carbon number spread of from about 1 carbon atoms to about 23 carbon atoms, which provide enhanced water proofing properties as compared to waxes currently used. 1. A wax composition comprising a total n-paraffin content of from 30% wt to 95% wt and a 95% carbon number spread of from 1 carbon atom to 23 carbon atoms.2. The wax composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises a total n-paraffin content of from 32% wt to 65% wt.3. The wax composition of claim 1 , wherein the composition comprises a 95% carbon number spread from 8 to 23.4. The wax composition of claim 2 , wherein the composition comprises a 95% carbon number spread from 8 to 23.5. The wax composition of claim 1 , wherein the wax satisfies the expressions:{'br': None, 'i': 'C', '(% npar)>−125+7.25*95% #spread\u2003\u2003(Eq 4);'}{'br': None, 'i': 'C', '(% npar)<79.97−1.62*(95% #spread)\u2003\u2003(Eq 1); and'}{'br': None, 'i': 'C', '(% npar)>67.57−1.62*(95% #spread)\u2003\u2003(Eq 2).'}6. The wax composition of claim 5 , wherein the wax satisfies the expression:{'br': None, '% npar=73.37−1.62*(95% spread)\u2003\u2003(Eq 6).'}7. The wax composition of claim 1 , wherein the wax provides particleboard water absorption of less than 45.5%.8. The wax composition of claim 1 , wherein the wax provides particleboard water absorption of less than 43.5%.9. The wax composition of claim 1 , wherein the wax provides particleboard water absorption of less than 38.5%.10. A wax coated article comprising a composite cellulosic material having a surface including a wax coating claim 1 , wherein the wax coating comprises a wax ...

Composition for Low density, Ultrathin, and Inorganic Film and Its Preparation Method

A composition for low density, ultrathin, and inorganic films, comprising a mixture of 70-82% of calcium carbonate by weight, 10-15% of linear polyethylene by weight, 1-5% of stearic acid by weight, 0.40-0.80% of aluminate by weight, 0.20-0.80% of titanic acid ester by weight, 0.4-3.0% of modified polyethoxylated silicone emulsion by weight, 0.05-0.5% of foaming agent by weight, and 0.01-0.1% of foaming agent accelerator by weight. The inorganic of the present invention is reduced in thickness, light in weight, easy to degrade, high tensile and high tear strength, toxicity-free, high temperature resistance, and low prices, so as to fulfill the requirement of producing the mulch, trash bags, shopping bags, and package bags. 1. A preparation method for an ultra-thin , inorganic , and low density film , comprising steps of:(a) preparing organic grains by the steps of:(a.1) mixing calcium carbonate, linear polyethylene, polyethylene wax into a mixer to form a first mixture;(a.2) increasing a temperature of said first mixture;(a.3) mixing stearic acid with said first mixture to form a second mixture;(a.4) mixing aluminate and titanic acid ester with said second mixture to form a third mixture;(a.5) mixing foaming agent, foaming agent accelerator and modified polyethoxylated silicone emulsion with said third mixture to form a fourth mixture;(a.6) adding refined paraffin wax into said fourth mixture to form an inorganic mixture; and(a.7) extruding said inorganic mixture to form said inorganic grains; and(b) forming an inorganic film by the steps of:(b.1) mixing said inorganic grains with PE into a film blowing machine to form a film mixture;(b.2) increasing a temperature of said to form a film mixture; and{'sup': '3', '(b.3) when a density of said to form a film mixture is between 0.80 g to 0.95 g/cm, forming said ultra-thin, inorganic, and low density film by said film blowing machine.'}2. The method claim 1 , as recited in claim 1 , wherein 70-82% of calcium carbonate by ...

HR GLASS FIBRES IN VIBRATION COMPONENTS

Motor vehicle components are subjected to continuous vibration during operation of the motor vehicle, and hydrolysis resistant (HR) glass fibres are included in nylon compositions to improve the operational stability of the components. 1. A method for increasing operational stability of a nylon-6 based composition against deformation and failure caused by vibration , the method comprising adding:about 30 to about 160 parts by mass of hydrolysis resistant (HR) glass fibres comprising E glass and having an average diameter of about 10+/−0.5 μm, and an average length of about 3 to about 4.5 mm, andabout 0.03 to about 0.2 parts by mass of at least one metal compound of the metals Cu, Fe, Ce or Mn,with 100 parts by mass of nylon-6 to produce a nylon composition, wherein:the composition may include not more than about 10 parts by mass of impact modifier, and/or not more than about 10 parts by mass of flow improver, and/or not more than about 10 parts by mass of flame retardancy additive, and/or not more than about 0.5 part by mass of hydrolysed fatty acid demoulding agent, and{'sup': '2', 'the HR glass fibres are injection-moulded with nylon-6,6 to give flat specimens according to DIN EN ISO 180 1-U of nominal size of about 80 mm·10 mm·4 mm, and, after storage in an autoclave at 130° C./about 2 bar for 1000 h, in a 1:1 mixture of water and ethylene glycol, have an Izod impact resistance of at least about 12 kJ/mdetermined according to ISO180-1U at 23+/−2° C.'}2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises about 0.05 to about 1.0 part by mass of demoulding agent per 100 parts by mass of the nylon-6.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the composition further comprises about 0.01 to about 5.0 parts by mass of at least one additive from the group of UV stabilizers claim 1 , pigments claim 1 , colourants claim 1 , fillers other than B) and nucleating agents claim 1 , per 100 parts by mass of the nylon-6.4. The method according to claim ...

VIBRATION COMPONENTS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES

Motor vehicle components are subjected to continuous vibration during operation of the motor vehicle, and hydrolysis resistant (HR) glass fibres are included in polyamide compositions to improve the operational stability of the components. 1. A method of enhancing the operational stability of nylon-6 based vibration components , the method comprising producing nylon-6 based components by injection moulding , by extrusion , or by blow-moulding of nylon-6 based composition comprising:100 parts by mass of nylon-6,6;30 to 160 parts by mass of hydrolysis resistant (HR) glass fibres comprising E glass and having an average diameter of 10+/−0.5 μm, and an average length of 3 to 4.5 mm; and0.03 to 0.2 parts by mass of at least one metal compound of the metals Cu, Fe, Ce or Mn;{'sup': '2', 'with the proviso that the composition may include not more than 10 parts by mass of impact modifier, and/or not more than 10 parts by mass of flow improver, and/or not more than 10 parts by mass of flame retardancy additive, and/or not more than 0.5 part by mass of hydrolysed fatty acid as demoulding agent, and wherein he HR glass fibres are injection-moulded with nylon-6,6 to give flat specimens according to DIN EN ISO 180 1-U of nominal size 80 mm·10 mm·4 mm, and, after storage in an autoclave at 130° C./about 2 bar for 1000 h, in a 1:1 mixture of water and ethylene glycol, have an Izod impact resistance of at least 12 kJ/mdetermined according to IS0180-1U at 23+/−2° C.'}2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the nylon-6 based composition claim 1 , immediately prior to processing claim 1 , has a residual moisture content of <0.12% by weight claim 1 , determined by the Karl Fischer method according to DIN ISO 15512 claim 1 , based on 100% by weight of the finished mixture.3. The method according to claim 12 , wherein the residual moisture content prior to injection moulding claim 12 , extrusion claim 12 , and/or blow-moulding is <0.12% by weight.4. The method according to claim 1 , ...

Hydrocarbon Wax Composition, Method for the Production Thereof and Use Thereof as Additive in Rubber

The invention relates to a hydrocarbon wax composition with superior properties as ozone- and aging-protecting additive in rubber products, the production thereof and the use thereof as ozone- and aging-protecting additive. The hydrocarbon wax composition is characterized by its distribution of hydrocarbon molecules by number of carbon atoms per hydrocarbon molecule and its distribution of branched and linear hydrocarbons. 2. The hydrocarbon wax composition according to claim 1 , wherein 26 to 37% of the hydrocarbons are linear short chain length hydrocarbons having 20 to 30 carbon atoms.3. The hydrocarbon wax composition according to claim 1 , wherein 26 to 37% of the hydrocarbons are linear long chain length hydrocarbons having 39 to 60 carbon atoms.4. The hydrocarbon wax composition according to wherein 6 to 8% of the hydrocarbons are branched short chain length hydrocarbons having 21 to 31 carbon atoms.5. The hydrocarbon wax composition according to claim 1 , wherein 6 to 12% of the hydrocarbons are branched long chain length hydrocarbons having 40 to 61 carbon atoms.6. The hydrocarbon wax composition according to claim 1 , wherein 10 to 16% of the hydrocarbons are linear medium chain length hydrocarbons having 31 to 38 carbon atoms.7. The hydrocarbon wax composition according to claim 1 , wherein 0.1 to 3.0% of the hydrocarbons are branched medium chain length hydrocarbons having 32 to 39 carbon atoms.8. The hydrocarbon wax composition according to claim 1 , further characterized by one or more of the following definitionsthe number of ratio of linear short chain length hydrocarbons to the linear long chained hydrocarbons is between 0.5 and 1.5;the number ratio of branched short chain length hydrocarbons to branched long chain length hydrocarbons is between 0.5 and 1.5;the number ratio of linear short chain length hydrocarbons to linear medium chain length hydrocarbons is between 1.5 and 3.5;the number ratio of linear long chain length hydrocarbons to linear ...

Curable Composition and Molded Article Comprising the Composition

There is provided a curable composition comprising (A) a cyclic olefin; (B) a metathesis catalyst for polymerizing the cyclic olefin; (C) 0.1-30 wt. % of a compound comprising at least one vinyl group; and (D) 0.1-10 wt. % of a curing agent for compound (C), wherein the wt. % are relative to the total weight of the composition. The composition provides a desirable combination of workability, toughness and heat resistance. Also provided is a molded article comprising the composition and reinforcing fibers, and a method of manufacturing the same. 121-. (canceled)22. A method of manufacturing a molded article of a curable composition , the method comprising:combining at least the following components:(A) a cyclic olefin;(B) a metathesis catalyst for polymerizing the cyclic olefin;(C) 0.1-30 wt. % of a compound comprising at least one vinyl group; and(D) 0.1-10 wt. % of a curing agent for compound (C),wherein the wt. % are relative to the total weight of the composition to form the composition; andsubjecting the composition to conditions effective to promote an olefin metathesis reaction of the cyclic olefin and a radical polymerization of compound (C).23. The method according to claim 22 , wherein compound (C) has a Hildebrandt solubility parameter δcomprised between 15.4 and 19.8 MPa24. The method according to claim 22 , wherein the composition comprises 3-20 wt. % of compound (C).25. The method according to claim 22 , wherein compound (C) comprises a (meth)acrylate compound.26. The method according to claim 22 , wherein the composition comprises 0.2-1 wt. % of the curing agent.27. The method according to claim 22 , wherein the curing agent comprises a radical initiator.28. The method according to claim 27 , wherein the radical initiator comprises a non-cyclic peroxide.29. The method according to claim 22 , wherein the cyclic olefin comprises a dicyclopentadiene.30. The method according to claim 22 , wherein the composition comprises reinforcing fibers provided with a ...

FUNCTIONALIZED PARTICULATE BICARBONATE AS BLOWING AGENT, FOAMABLE POLYMER COMPOSITON CONTAINING IT, AND ITS USE IN MANUFACTURING A THERMOPLASTIC FOAMED POLYMER

A chemical blowing agent for foaming a thermoplastic polymer, for example PVC plastisol or a polymer resin in an extrusion process, comprising a functionalized particulate bicarbonate containing at least one additive, preferably excluding an exothermic blowing agent. The additive may be selected from the group consisting of polymers; inorganic salts; oils; fats; resin acids, any derivative thereof, and salts thereof; amino acids; fatty acids; carboxylic or polycarboxylic acids, soaps; waxes; derivatives thereof; salts thereof; or any combinations thereof. The particulate bicarbonate may be functionalized by spray-drying, coating, extrusion or co-grinding with at least one additive. The functionalized particulate bicarbonate may comprise 50 wt % to less than 100 wt % of the bicarbonate component, and 0.02-50 wt % of the additive. A foamable polymer composition comprising such chemical blowing agent. A process for manufacturing a foamed polymer, such as foamed PVC, comprising shaping and heating the foamable polymer composition, and a foamed polymer obtained by such process. 1. A chemical blowing agent for foaming a thermoplastic polymer precursor ,said chemical blowing agent comprising a functionalized particulate bicarbonate,wherein said functionalized particulate bicarbonate contains at least one additive, andwherein said additive in the functionalized particulate bicarbonate is at least one following compound:one or more polymers;one or more amino acids, any derivative thereof, and salts thereof;one or more inorganic salts;one or more oils;one or more fats;one or more resin acids, any derivative thereof, and salts thereof;one or more fatty acids, any derivative thereof, and salts thereof;a carboxylic or polycarboxylic acid, derivative thereof (such as esters), or salts thereof;one or more soaps;one or more waxes; orany combinations thereof.2. The chemical blowing agent according to claim 1 , wherein the blowing agent does not contain any further blowing agent ...

HIGHLY FIRE-RESISTANT EXPANDED POLYMERIC MATERIAL

A highly fire-resistant expanded polymeric material for thermal insulation, acoustic insulation and/or fire barrier contains rubber, expandable graphite, at least one alkaline earth metal component selected from alkaline earth metal carbonates, alkaline earth metal hydroxides, hydrates of either, and combinations thereof, and a component containing silica or a silicate. The expanded polymeric material is preferably manufactured by a process including decomposition of a chemical blowing agent. 1. An expanded polymeric material comprising:100 phr rubber,expandable graphite,at least one alkaline earth metal component selected from the group consisting of alkaline earth metal carbonates, alkaline earth metal hydroxides, hydrates thereof, and combinations thereof, anda component containing silica or silicate;wherein a total mass of the ingredients in the expanded polymeric material is at least 300 phr and less than 1200 phr.2. The expanded polymeric material according to claim 1 , wherein the total mass of ingredients in the expanded polymeric material is at least 400 phr.3. The expanded polymeric material according to or claim 1 , wherein the total mass of ingredients in the expanded polymeric material is 1100 phr or less.4. The expanded polymeric material according to any one of to claim 1 , wherein the total mass of ingredients in the expanded polymeric material is 400 phr or more and 1100 phr or less.5. The expanded polymeric material according to any one of to claim 1 , wherein the expandable graphite is present in an amount of 5 to 200 phr.6. The expanded polymeric material according to any one of to claim 1 , wherein the at least one alkaline earth metal component is present in a total amount of 50 to 500 phr.7. The expanded polymeric material according to any one of to claim 1 , wherein the component containing silica or silicate is present in an amount of 5 to 200 phr.8. The expanded polymeric material according to any one of to claim 1 , wherein the expandable ...

POLYMER COMPOSITION COMPRISING AT LEAST ONE VINYL AROMATIC DIENE BLOCK COPOLYMER AND SPECIFIC AMOUNTS OF OIL

The present invention relates to a polymer composition comprising at least one block copolymer and a specific amount of at least one oil component. The block copolymer, which is the polymeric matrix of the inventive composition, is built up from at least one vinyl aromatic monomer Mand at least one conjugated diene monomer M, in particular the block copolymer is a styrene butadiene block copolymer (SBC). 115-. (canceled)17. The polymer composition according to claim 16 , wherein the vinyl aromatic monomer Mis at least one monomer selected from the group consisting of styrene claim 16 , α-methylstyrene claim 16 , vinyltoluene claim 16 , and 1 claim 16 ,1-diphenylethylene claim 16 , and the conjugated diene monomer Mis at least one monomer selected from the group consisting of butadiene and isoprene.18. The polymer composition according to claim 16 , wherein the vinyl aromatic monomer Mis at least one monomer selected from the group consisting of styrene and α-methylstyrene claim 16 , and the conjugated diene monomer Mis butadiene.19. The polymer composition according to claim 16 , wherein the molecular weight of the vinyl aromatic block's A is/are in the range of 5 claim 16 ,000 to 100 claim 16 ,000 g/mol; and the molecular weight of the diene block's B/A is/are in the range of 20 claim 16 ,000 to 250 claim 16 ,000 g/mol20. The polymer composition according to claim 16 , wherein the glass transition temperature Tof the vinyl aromatic block's A is/are above 50° C.; and the glass transition temperature Tof the diene block's B/A is/are below 5° C.21. The polymer composition according to claim 16 , wherein the relative amount of 1 claim 16 ,2 linkages in the diene block B/A of the block copolymer P claim 16 , based on the sum of 1 claim 16 ,2- and 1 claim 16 ,4-cis/trans-linkages claim 16 , is less than or equal to 12%.22. The polymer composition according to claim 16 , wherein the oil component C is at least one paraffin oil having a viscosity in the range of 20 to 300 ...

POLYOLEFIN HOT-MELT GLUE HAVING A LOW REACTIVATION TEMPERATURE AND HIGH HEAT STABILITY AND USE THEREOF FOR VACUUM DEEP-DRAWING LAMINATION

A hot-melt glue composition, including a) at least one atactic poly-α-olefin (APAO) that is solid at 25° C.; b) at least one hydrocarbon resin having a softening point of at least 80° C., measured in accordance with the ring-and-ball method according to DIN EN 1238; and c) at least one maleic-anhydride-grafted wax having a softening point of not more than 150° C., measured in accordance with the ring-and-ball method according to DIN EN 1238, which is a maleic-anhydride-grafted polypropylene wax or a maleic-anhydride-grafted polyethylene wax, wherein the proportion of the at least one maleic-anhydride-grafted wax in the hot-melt glue composition is at least 3 wt %. The hot-melt glue composition is characterized by a low reactivation temperature, together with high heat resistance and good adhesion to ABS and nonpolar polyolefin materials. The hot-melt glue composition is well suited for film lamination by vacuum deep-drawing lamination, in particular for applications in automobile construction. 1. A hotmelt adhesive composition comprisinga) at least one atactic poly-α-olefin (APAO) which is solid at 25° C.;b) at least one hydrocarbon resin having a softening point of at least 80° C., measured by the ring & ball method according to DIN EN 1238; andc) at least one maleic anhydride-grafted wax having a softening point of not more than 150° C., measured by the ring & ball method according to DIN EN 1238, which is a maleic anhydride-grafted polypropylene wax or a maleic anhydride-grafted polyethylene wax,where the fraction of the at least one maleic anhydride-grafted wax in the hotmelt adhesive composition is at least 3 wt %.2. The hotmelt adhesive composition as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the atactic poly-α-olefin (APAO) has a softening point in the range from 70° C. to 170° C. claim 1 , measured by the ring & ball method according to DIN EN 1238.3. The hotmelt adhesive composition as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the atactic poly-α-olefin (APAO) has a softening point ...

SEPARATOR AND SECONDARY BATTERY INCLUDING THE SEPARATOR

Provided is a separator capable of suppressing an increase in internal resistance and a decrease in a battery performance. A separator having a first layer consisting of a porous polyolefin and an organic antioxidant and a secondary battery including the separator are provided. The first layer has a parameter X, defined by the following equation, equal to or more than 0 and equal to or less than 20, 2. The separator according to claim 1 ,wherein the parameter X is equal to or more than 2 and equal to or less than 20.3. The separator according to claim 1 ,wherein the white index is equal to or more than 85 and equal to or less than 95.4. The separator according to claim 1 , further comprising a porous layer over the first layer.5. The separator according to claim 1 , further comprising a pair of porous layers sandwiching the first layer.6. A secondary battery comprising the separator according to . An embodiment of the present invention relates to a separator and a secondary battery including the separator. For example, an embodiment of the present invention relates to a separator capable of being used in a nonaqueous electrolyte-solution secondary battery and a nonaqueous electrolyte-solution secondary battery including the separator.As a typical example of a nonaqueous electrolyte-solution secondary battery, a lithium ion secondary battery is represented. Since a lithium-ion secondary battery has a high energy density, it has been widely used in electronic devices such as a personal computer, a mobile phone, and a mobile information terminal. A lithium ion secondary battery includes a positive electrode, a negative electrode, an electrolyte solution charged between the positive electrode and the negative electrode, and a separator. The separator separates the positive electrode and the negative electrode from each other and also functions as a film transmitting the electrolyte solution and carrier ions. For example, patent literature 1 to 7 disclose a separator ...

SEPARATOR AND SECONDARY BATTERY INCLUDING THE SEPARATOR

Provided is a separator including a first layer which consists of a porous polyolefin and a secondary battery utilizing the separator. A first layer exhibits a minimum height equal to or more than 50 cm and equal to or less than 150 cm when a ball having a diameter of 14.3 mm and a weight of 11.9 g located over the first layer is allowed to free fall causing a split in the first layer. A tearing strength of the first layer in a width direction, measured with an Elmendorf tearing method, is equal to or more than 1.5 mN/μm. A tensile elongation of the first layer is equal to or longer than 0.5 mm until a load decreases to 25% of a maximum load in a load-elongation curve in machine direction measured by a rectangular tearing method. 2. The separator according to claim 1 ,wherein a thickness of the separator is equal to or larger than 4 μm and equal to or smaller than 20 μm.3. The separator according to claim 1 ,wherein a porosity of the separator is equal to or more than 20 vol % and equal to or less than 55 vol %.4. The separator according to claim 1 , further comprising a porous layer over the first layer.5. The separator according to claim 1 , further comprising a pair of porous layers sandwiching the first layer.6. A secondary battery comprising the separator according to . An embodiment of the present invention relates to a separator and a secondary battery including the separator. For example, an embodiment of the present invention relates to a separator capable of being used in a nonaqueous electrolyte-solution secondary battery and a nonaqueous electrolyte-solution secondary battery including the separator.As a typical example of a nonaqueous electrolyte-solution secondary battery, a lithium ion secondary battery is represented. Since a lithium-ion secondary battery has a high energy density, it has been widely used in electronic devices such as a personal computer, a mobile phone, and a mobile information terminal. A lithium ion secondary battery includes a ...

SEPARATOR AND SECONDARY BATTERY INCLUDING THE SEPARATOR

Provided is a separator including a separator which consists of a porous polyolefin of 95 wt % or more and an organic additive. A temperature-increase convergence time of the first layer is equal to or longer than 2.9 s·m/g and equal to or shorter than 5.7 s·m/g when the first layer is irradiated with a microwave having a frequency of 2455 MHz and an output power of 1800 W after dipping the first layer in N-methylpyrrolidone containing 3 wt % of water, whereas a white index is equal to or more than 86 and equal to or less than 98. 1. A separator comprising:{'sup': 2', '2, 'a first layer consisting of a porous polyolefin, having a temperature-increase convergence time equal to or longer than 2.9 s·m/g and equal to or shorter than 5.7 s·m/g when the first layer is irradiated with a microwave having a frequency of 2455 MHz and an output power of 1800 W after dipping the first layer in N-methylpyrrolidone containing 3 wt % of water, and having a white index equal to or more than 86 and equal to or less than 98.'}2. The separator according to claim 1 ,{'sup': 2', '2, 'wherein the temperature-increase convergence time is equal to or longer than 2.9 s·m/g and equal to or shorter than 5.3 s·m/g.'}3. The separator according to claim 1 ,wherein the white index is equal to or more than 90 and equal to or less than 97.4. The separator according to claim 1 , further comprising a porous layer over the first layer.5. The separator according to claim 1 , further comprising a pair of porous layers sandwiching the first layer.6. A secondary battery comprising the separator according to . An embodiment of the present invention relates to a separator and a secondary battery including the separator. For example, an embodiment of the present invention relates to a separator capable of being used in a nonaqueous electrolyte-solution secondary battery and a nonaqueous electrolyte-solution secondary battery including the separator.As a typical example of a nonaqueous electrolyte-solution ...

METHOD FOR PRODUCING A FILM COMPRISING THERMOPLASTIC POLYMER AND INORGANIC FILLER

A method for producing a film including at least 20 wt % thermoplastic polymer and 50 to 75 wt % inorganic filler, and including the steps of: providing the mixture, melting the mixture, producing a thin layer from the mixture, cooling the thin layer, producing a film, stretching the film in the longitudinal direction and in the transverse direction, wherein the particle size of the inorganic filler is at most 5 μm and the stretch ratio in the longitudinal direction and in the transverse direction is at least 3.5. The disclosure further relates to films produced by the method and to the use thereof. 2. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the stretching of the film is carried out sequentially in the longitudinal direction and in the transverse direction.3. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the stretching ratios in the longitudinal direction and in the transverse direction are in the range from 3.5 to 7.5.4. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the stretching ratios in the longitudinal direction and in the transverse direction are in the range from 4 to 7.5. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the stretching ratio in the longitudinal direction is in a range from 4 to 5.5 and the stretching ratio in the transverse direction is in a range from 4.4 to 6.6. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the at least one thermoplastic polymer is selected from the group consisting of polyethylene claim 1 , polypropylene or mixtures thereof.7. Method according to claim 1 , wherein the inorganic filler is selected from the group consisting of calcium carbonate claim 1 , carbon dust claim 1 , powder claim 1 , calcium sulphate claim 1 , barium sulphate claim 1 , kaolin claim 1 , mica claim 1 , zinc oxide claim 1 , dolomite claim 1 , calcium silicate claim 1 , glass claim 1 , silicates claim 1 , chalk claim 1 , talc claim 1 , pigment claim 1 , titanium dioxide claim 1 , silicon dioxide claim 1 , bentonite claim 1 , clay claim 1 , diatomite claim 1 , and mixtures thereof.8. ...

FIBER REINFORCED THERMOPLASTIC RESIN MOLDING MATERIAL, AND FIBER REINFORCED THERMOPLASTIC RESIN MOLDED ARTICLE

A fiber reinforced thermoplastic resin molding material includes a thermoplastic resin; a resin impregnated reinforcing fiber filament obtained by impregnating reinforcing fibers with a resin having a melt viscosity at 200° C. lower than a melt viscosity of the thermoplastic resin; and a reinforcing fiber modifier having a melt viscosity at 200° C. lower than the melt viscosity of the thermoplastic resin and a difference in solubility parameter value from the thermoplastic resin equal to or larger than 1.0, the molding material including 50 to 98.9 parts by weight of the thermoplastic resin; 1 to 40 parts by weight of the reinforcing fiber; 0.1 to 10 parts by weight of the reinforcing fiber modifier; and 0.2 to 12 parts by weight of the resin relative to total 100 parts by weight of the thermoplastic resin, the reinforcing fiber, and the reinforcing fiber modifier. 115-. (canceled)16. A fiber reinforced thermoplastic resin molding material comprising:a thermoplastic resin [A];a resin impregnated reinforcing fiber filament [E] obtained by impregnating reinforcing fibers [B] with a resin [D] having a melt viscosity at 200° C. lower than a melt viscosity of the thermoplastic resin [A]; anda reinforcing fiber modifier [C] having melt viscosity at 200° C. lower than the melt viscosity of the thermoplastic resin [A] and a difference in solubility parameter value from the thermoplastic resin [A] equal to or larger than 1.0, the molding material comprising 50 to 98.9 parts by weight of the thermoplastic resin [A]; 1 to 40 parts by weight of the reinforcing fiber [B]; 0.1 to 10 parts by weight of the reinforcing fiber modifier [C]; and 0.2 to 12 parts by weight of the resin [D] relative to total 100 parts by weight of the thermoplastic resin [A], the reinforcing fiber [B], and the reinforcing fiber modifier [C], whereinthe resin impregnated reinforcing fiber filament [E] is coated with a resin composition containing the thermoplastic resin [A] and the reinforcing fiber ...

Method For Rubber Reinforced With Carbon Nanotubes

A method for preparing a “predispersion” of carbon nanotubes in a wax or wax blend involving melt-mixing, cooling and grinding the blend, preferably multiple times. The wax predispersion may provide particularly improved dispersion of single-wall nanotubes in ethylene-α-olefin elastomer compositions, resulting in improved reinforcement from the SWCNT. The improved elastomer compositions may show simultaneous improvement in both modulus and in elongation at break. The inventive elastomer compositions may be formed into useful rubber articles.

Processes for Making Masterbatches of Rubber and Silica

A process is provided for making a silica masterbatch, that contains silica and solution-made rubber. The silica masterbatch has physical properties similar to those found in a comparable dry-mixed composition, but the silica masterbatch can be incorporated more easily and less expensively into tires and other rubber products than the dry-mixed composition. A process is also provided for making a masterbatch of silica, a solution-made rubber and an emulsion-made rubber. 1. A process for making a silica masterbatch , comprising the steps of:(a) mixing silica, solvent and a silane coupling agent together;(b) refluxing the solvent to hydrophobate the silica and/or heating the silica, solvent and silane coupling agent;(c) adding a solution-rubber solution and process oil to form a mixture;(d) steam stripping and coagulating the mixture; and(e) recovering a silica-filled rubber crumb.2. The process of claim 1 , wherein the silica has a BET surface area of between about 200 and about 400 m/g.3. The process of claim 1 , wherein the solution-rubber solution is made from a polymer selected from the group consisting of styrene-butadiene rubber claim 1 , natural rubber claim 1 , neoprene rubber claim 1 , acrylonitrile butadiene rubber claim 1 , polybutadiene rubber claim 1 , EPDM claim 1 , chloroprene claim 1 , HNBR claim 1 , SBS claim 1 , vinyl pyridine butadiene rubber claim 1 , styrene butadiene termonomer rubber and functionalized and/or hydrogenated versions of the foregoing polymers claim 1 , and wherein the termonomer is selected from the group consisting of hydroxyalkyl acrylate claim 1 , vinyl pyridine and acrylonitrile.4. The process of claim 1 , further comprising adding a dispersant after refluxing the solvent for helping to prevent caking and for controlling the size of the crumb.5. The process of claim 4 , wherein a coagulant is added to the mixture for coagulating the mixture claim 4 , wherein the amount of the coagulant in the mixture is less than 1 wt % for ...

COMPOSITES REINFORCED FOR ELASTIC SUBSTANCE AND THE MANUFACTURING METHOD FOR THE SAME

A method for manufacturing an anti-aging rubber is disclosed. The method includes the following steps: adding and mixing one of a carbon tube material and a graphene material into a rubber-processing oil consistently to obtain a rubber-reinforced composite; and mixing the rubber-reinforced composite with a main rubber, a filler and a crosslinking agent. 1. A method for manufacturing an anti-aging rubber , comprising the following steps:adding and mixing one of a carbon tube material and a graphene material into a rubber-processing oil consistently to obtain a rubber-reinforced composite; andmixing the rubber-reinforced composite with a main rubber, a filler and a crosslinking agent.2. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a ratio of one of the carbon tube material and the graphene material to the rubber-reinforced composite is 0.001˜30 wt %.3. The method as claimed in claim 2 , wherein a ratio of one of the carbon tube material and the graphene material to the rubber-reinforced composite is 0.1˜5 wt %.4. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein a ratio of the filler to the main rubber is 10˜75%.5. The method as claimed in claim 4 , wherein a ratio of the filler to the main rubber is 25˜50%.6. The method as claimed in claim 1 , wherein the filler is one selected from a group consisting of a carbon black claim 1 , a silica claim 1 , a carbon fiber and a glass fiber.7. A reinforced composite for an elastic material claim 1 , comprising:a carbon material; andan elastic material processing oil mixed with the carbon material, wherein the reinforced composite has a viscosity ranging from 1000 cps to 300,000 cps.8. The reinforced composite as claimed in claim 7 , wherein the reinforced composite is less than 20 parts per hundred of rubber (phr) when manufacturing the elastic material.9. The reinforced composite as claimed in claim 8 , wherein the reinforced composite is less than 10 parts per hundred of rubber (phr) when manufacturing the elastic material.10. A ...

Polycarbonate Resin Composition and Molded Product Produced From Same

A polycarbonate resin composition of the present invention comprises: a polycarbonate resin; and a release agent containing a fatty acid ester compound and paraffin wax, wherein the fatty acid ester compound and the paraffin wax are contained in a weight ratio ranging from about 1:about 0.2 to about 1:about 1. The polycarbonate resin composition is excellent in terms of release properties, transparency, heat resistance, hydrolysis resistance, etc. 1. A polycarbonate resin composition comprising:a polycarbonate resin; anda release agent comprising a fatty acid ester compound and paraffin wax,wherein the fatty acid ester compound and the paraffin wax are present in a weight ratio of about 1:0.2 to about 1:1.2. The polycarbonate resin composition according to claim 1 , wherein the release agent is present in an amount of about 0.05 to about 1 part by weight relative to about 100 parts by weight of the polycarbonate resin.3. The polycarbonate resin composition according to claim 1 , wherein the polycarbonate resin has a weight average molecular weight of about 10 claim 1 ,000 g/mol to about 100 claim 1 ,000 g/mol.4. The polycarbonate resin composition according to claim 1 , wherein the fatty acid ester compound is an ester compound of pentaerythritol and a Cto Cfatty acid.5. The polycarbonate resin composition according to claim 1 , wherein the paraffin wax is a Cto Caliphatic saturated hydrocarbon mixture.6. The polycarbonate resin composition according to claim 1 , further comprising: an anthraquinone-based coloring agent.7. The polycarbonate resin composition according to claim 6 , wherein the anthraquinone-based coloring agent is present in an amount of about 0.00001 to about 0.0001 parts by weight relative to about 100 parts by weight of the polycarbonate resin.8. The polycarbonate resin composition according to claim 1 , wherein the polycarbonate resin composition has a release force of about 1 claim 1 ,100 N or less applied to an ejector pin upon separation of a ...

ORIENTED POLYESTER FILM

An oriented polyester film containing antioxidant and modified polyolefin wax in a surface layer on at least one side thereof, wherein the oriented polyester film is such that the modified polyolefin wax contained in said layer is present in an amount that, as measured based on weight of a composition at said layer, is not less than 0.1 wt % but less than 3.0 wt %, and wherein the modified polyolefin wax is such that acid value thereof is not less than 1 mg KOH/g but less than 50 mg KOH/g, 3 wt % weight loss onset temperature thereof is not less than 300° C., weight-average molecular weight thereof is within a range that is 3,500 to 65,000, and the antioxidant is present in an amount that, as measured based on the weight of the composition, is not less than 0.02 wt % but less than 0.35 wt %. 1. An oriented polyester film containing antioxidant and modified polyolefin wax in a surface layer on at least one side thereof , wherein the oriented polyester film is such that the modified polyolefin wax contained in said layer is present in an amount that , as measured based on weight of a composition at said layer , is not less than 0.1 wt % but less than 3.0 wt % , and wherein the modified polyolefin wax is such that acid value thereof is not less than 1 mg KOH/g but less than 50 mg KOH/g , 3 wt % weight loss onset temperature thereof is not less than 300° C. , weight-average molecular weight thereof is within a range that is 3 ,500 to 65 ,000 , and the antioxidant is present in an amount that , as measured based on the weight of the composition , is not less than 0.02 wt % but less than 0.35 wt %.2. The oriented polyester film according to wherein the modified polyolefin wax contains at least one species selected from among the group consisting of acid-modified polypropylene wax claim 1 , acid-modified polyethylene wax claim 1 , polypropylene oxidate wax claim 1 , and polyethylene oxidate wax.3. The oriented polyester film according to wherein the modified polyolefin wax ...

FOAMED SHEET

There is provided a foamed sheet which takes only a short time to recover the thickness thereof after being compressed, and even if being subjected to repeated impacts, hardly decreases in the impact absorption. The foamed sheet according to the present invention comprises a foamed body formed of a resin composition comprising: a thermoplastic resin a and a silicone-based compound b having not more than 2,000 siloxane bonds; and/or a thermoplastic resin a′ having a silicone chain having not more than 2,000 siloxane bonds. The thermoplastic resin a is preferably at least one selected from the group consisting of acrylic polymers, rubbers, urethanic polymers and ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers. The silicone-based compound b is preferably at least one selected from the group consisting of silicone oils, modified silicone oils and silicone resins. 1. A foamed sheet , comprising a foamed body formed of a resin composition comprising: a thermoplastic resin a and a silicone-based compound b having not more than 2 ,000 siloxane bonds; and/or a thermoplastic resin a′ having a silicone chain having not more than 2 ,000 siloxane bonds.2. The foamed sheet according to claim 1 , wherein the thermoplastic resin a is at least one selected from the group consisting of acrylic polymers claim 1 , rubbers claim 1 , urethanic polymers and ethylene-vinyl acetate copolymers.3. The foamed sheet according to claim 1 , wherein the silicone-based compound b is at least one selected from the group consisting of silicone oils claim 1 , modified silicone oils and silicone resins.4. The foamed sheet according to claim 1 , wherein the foamed body has a total content of the silicone-based compound b and a silicone chain moiety present in the thermoplastic resin a′ having a silicone chain of 0.01 to 5 parts by weight in terms of nonvolatile content claim 1 , with respect to 100 parts by weight of a total amount of the thermoplastic resins in the foamed body.5. The foamed sheet according to claim ...

High performance anti-block treatments for viscoelastic solids

Anti-blocking compositions are disclosed that include a wax or mixture of waxes effective to reduce, retard or prevent blocking of a viscoelastic solid when applied to the surface of such a solid. Also disclosed are methods of reducing, retarding or preventing blocking of a viscoelastic solid, and the products of those methods which are viscoelastic solids resistant to blocking.

Method of fabricating a loaded powder, and a product made of electrically conductive composite materials

A method of fabricating an electrically conductive loaded powder of thermoplastic polymers. The method comprises the steps of making an original powder containing cores made of thermoplastic polymers and of making the loaded powder by using electrically conductive submicrometer filaments and wax, forming a plurality of particulate compounds each comprising one of the cores together with at least one of the filaments and a protective membrane of the wax.

Improved Expandable Vinyl Aromatic Polymers

The present invention is related to expandable vinyl aromatic polymers comprising comminuted coke, said comminuted coke having an average stack height (Lc) of carbon crystallites at least 4 nm, a volume median particle diameter (D50) comprised between 1 and less than 5 μm and being characterized by a span (D90−D10)/D50 below 2.5 Molded parts produced from the expandable vinyl aromatic polymers prove low thermal conductivities for a low foam density.

Improved Expandable Vinyl Aromatic Polymers

The present invention is related to expandable vinyl aromatic polymers comprising comminuted coke, said comminuted coke having an average stack height (Lc) of carbon crystallites less than 4 nm, a volume median particle diameter (D50) comprised between 0.8 and 4 μm and being characterized by a span (D90−D10)/D50 below 2.5. Molded parts produced from the expandable vinyl aromatic polymers prove low thermal conductivities for a low foam density. 110.-. (canceled)11. Expandable vinyl aromatic polymers comprising at least one blowing agent and dispersed coke particles , said coke particles being characterized by an average stack height (Lc) of carbon crystallites less than 4 nm and a volume median particle diameter (D50) comprised between 0.8 and 4 μm as obtained from laser light scattering measurements according to ISO 13320.12. The expandable vinyl aromatic polymers according to which comprise between 3 and 8% by weight of coke.13. The expandable vinyl aromatic polymers according to claim 11 , comprising between 2 and 10% by weight of a C3-C6 alkane.14. The expandable vinyl aromatic polymers according to additionally comprising:between 0.1 to 5% by weight of an halogenated polymer;between 0.05 and 5% by weight of a flame retardant synergist; andbetween 0.01 and 1.0% by weight of polyethylene wax characterized by a weight average molecular weight (Mw) comprised between 1500 and 5000 Da.15. A process for the preparation of beads or granules of an expandable vinyl aromatic polymer comprising the steps of:a. producing a polymer melt stream of an expandable vinyl aromatic polymer, the expandable vinyl aromatic polymer comprising at least one blowing agent and dispersed coke particles, said coke particles being characterized by an average stack height (Lc) of carbon crystallites less than 4 nm and a volume median particle diameter (D50) comprised between 0.8 and 4 μm as obtained from laser light scattering measurements according to ISO 13320;{'b': 1', '2, 'b. deriving a ...

CHARGING ROLLER AND METHOD OF PRODUCING THE SAME

A charging roller has a roller main body including a cylindrical inner layer having a porous structure formed of a semiconductive rubber composition constituted by ethylene propylene rubber, paraffin oil, and a carbon black having a DBP oil absorption amount of 400 cm/100 g or more and an outer layer constituted by a nonporous and seamless semiconductive tube including a polyurethane thermoplastic elastomer having a type A durometer hardness of 93 or less, carbon black, and crosslinked PMMA particles having an average particle size of 5 to 20 μm. The production method includes a process in which a semiconductive rubber composition forming the inner layer is foamed with OBSH. 1. A charging roller , comprising:{'sup': '3', 'sub': '-1995', 'a roller main body including a cylindrical inner layer having a porous structure formed of a semiconductive rubber composition constituted by ethylene propylene rubber, paraffin oil, and a carbon black having a DBP oil absorption amount of 400 cm/100 g or more, and an outer layer which is provided on the outer circumference of the inner layer and constituted by a nonporous and seamless semiconductive tube including a polyurethane thermoplastic elastomer having a type A durometer hardness according to Japanese Industrial Standards JIS K7311of 93 or less at a measurement temperature of 23° C., carbon black, and crosslinked poly(methyl methacrylate) particles having an average particle size of 5 μm or more and 20 μm or less.'}2. The charging roller according to claim 1 ,wherein the ethylene propylene rubber is ethylene propylene diene rubber.3. The charging roller according to claim 1 ,wherein the inner layer has a porous structure formed by thermal decomposition of 4,4′-oxybisbenzenesulfonyl hydrazide as a foaming agent.4. The charging roller according to claim 1 ,wherein the polyurethane thermoplastic elastomer is a polyether type polyurethane thermoplastic elastomer.5. The charging roller according to claim 1 ,wherein, in the ...

BINDER COMPOSITION

The invention relates to an aqueous binder composition for mineral fibers comprising at least one polyelectrolytic hydrocolloid. 187.-. (canceled)88. An aqueous binder composition for mineral fibers , wherein the composition comprises at least one polyelectrolytic hydrocolloid.89. The binder composition of claim 88 , wherein the at least one polyelectrolytic hydrocolloid comprises one or more of gelatin claim 88 , pectin claim 88 , alginate claim 88 , carrageenan claim 88 , gum arabic claim 88 , xanthan gum claim 88 , a cellulose derivative.90. The binder composition of claim 88 , wherein the composition comprises at least two polyelectrolytic hydrocolloids claim 88 , one polyelectrolytic hydrocolloid being gelatin and at least one other polyelectrolytic hydrocolloid being selected from pectin claim 88 , alginate claim 88 , carrageenan claim 88 , gum arabic claim 88 , xanthan gum claim 88 , and cellulose derivatives.91. The binder composition of claim 88 , wherein gelatin is present in a concentration of from 10 to 95 wt.-% claim 88 , based on a weight of the at least one polyelectrolytic hydrocolloid.92. The binder composition of claim 88 , wherein the composition comprises at least two polyelectrolytic hydrocolloids which have complementary charges.93. The binder composition of claim 88 , wherein the binder composition is capable of curing at a temperature of not higher than 95° C.94. The binder composition of claim 88 , wherein the binder composition is not a thermoset binder composition.95. The binder composition of claim 88 , wherein the binder composition does not comprise a poly(meth)acrylic acid claim 88 , a salt of a poly(meth)acrylic acid or an ester of a poly(meth)acrylic acid.96. The binder composition of claim 88 , wherein the at least one polyelectrolytic hydrocolloid is or comprises a biopolymer or modified biopolymer.97. The binder composition of claim 88 , wherein the composition comprises one or more proteins of animal origin and further comprises ...

Thermoplastic elastomer composition of an elastomer and a non-elastomeric polyolefin which is functionalized with an anhydride of an organic carboxylic acid

A thermoplastic elastomer composition is disclosed that includes an elastomer and a non-elastomeric polyolefin, which is functionalized with an anhydride of an organic carboxylic acid. Furthermore, the use of a mixture of an elastomer and a cross-linking agent for the elastomer for producing a thermoplastic elastomer composition are disclose. A further subject of the invention is the use of a non-elastomeric polyolefin which is functionalized with an anhydride of an organic carboxylic acid for producing a thermoplastic elastomer composition according to the invention. In addition, the invention relates to the use of a thermoplastic elastomer composition according to the invention for producing an article/composite material with a polyamide. The invention also relates to a process for producing a thermoplastic elastomer composition according to the invention as well as a composite material made of the thermoplastic elastomer composition according to the invention with a polyamide.

Polymer-Modified Asphalt With Wax Additive

An improved method forms and employs a wax to modify asphalt. The method includes: (a) selecting a solid polymeric material, (b) heating the solid polymeric material in an extruder to produce a molten polymeric material, (c) filtering the molten polymeric material, (d) placing the molten polymeric material through a chemical depolymerization process in a reactor to produce a depolymerized polymeric material, and (e) adding the depolymerized material to a pre-wax mixture to produce a polymer-modified asphalt. The addition of wax reduced the mixing time necessary to achieve improved polymer dispersion compared to the control formulation modified bitumen and reduced the viscosity of the neat bitumen. Pre-polymer addition of wax is detrimental to most properties of the resulting modified asphalt. Post-polymer addition improved viscosity reduction, higher softening point and improved dimensional stability. 1. A method for forming a wax and employing said wax to modify asphalt , the method comprising:(a) selecting a solid polymeric material;(b) heating said solid polymeric material in an extruder to produce a molten polymeric material;(c) filtering said molten polymeric material;(d) placing said molten polymeric material through a chemical depolymerization process in a reactor to produce a depolymerized wax material;(e) adding said depolymerized wax material to a pre-wax mixture to produce a polymer-modified asphalt.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein said method is continuous or semi-continuous.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein said polymeric material is one or more of high-density polyethylene claim 1 , low density polyethylene claim 1 , linear low-density polyethylene and polypropylene.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein said polymeric material contains recycled plastics.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein said polymeric material and said pre-wax mixture contain recycled plastics.6. The method of claim 1 , further comprising:(f) filtering said solid polymeric material.7. ...

PREPARATION METHOD OF FULLY DEGRADABLE POLYGLYCOLIC ACID COMPOSITE PACKAGING MATERIALS

The present disclosure provides a fully degradable Polyglycolic acid (PGA) composite packaging material comprises, by weight part, the following: PGA, polycaprolactone, poly(L-lactide-ε-caprolactone), anti-blocking agent, slipping agent, flexibilizer, waterproofing agent, chitosan, reinforced fibers and the like. The present disclosure further provides a preparation method of the fully degradable modified polyglycolic acid composite packaging materials. The present disclosure has the following advantages. The packaging material of the present disclosure has good microbial degradation and hydrolysis. With complete biodegradation, it would result in end-products, water and carbon dioxide, which are environmentally friendly, non-toxic and pose no threat to human- and animal-health. The packaging material of the present disclosure has good mechanical properties, and can fully meet various application requirements of packaging materials. Inexpensive and environmental pollution-free fillers can be added without influence on mechanical properties. The cost can be effectively reduced. The preparation process is simple. 3. The fully degradable polyglycolic acid composite packaging material according to claim 1 , wherein the poly(L-lactide-ε-caprolactone) has a weight-average molecular weight of 200 claim 1 ,000-500 claim 1 ,000 claim 1 , and has ε-caprolactone units in a mole percentage of 20-25%.4. The fully degradable polyglycolic acid composite packaging material according to claim 1 , wherein the anti-blocking agent is flake graphite claim 1 , talcum powder claim 1 , diatomite or silicon dioxide.5. The fully degradable polyglycolic acid composite packaging material according to claim 1 , wherein the flexibilizer is DuPont Biomax Strong from E.I. DuPont Company claim 1 , or a composite flexibilizer which is made of nano-calcite claim 1 , nano-talcum powder and subnano fatty acid rare-earth salt in a weight ratio of 30-50:10-20:1-5.6. The fully degradable polyglycolic acid ...

FILMS AND COMPOSITES AND METHODS OF PRODUCTION AND USE

The present invention includes compositions and methods of making films, adhesive patches, or composites comprising a polyvinyl caprolactam-polyvinyl acetate-polyethylene glycol graft copolymer (PCL-PVAc-PEG) and a partially hydrophilic oil, wherein the composition transitions from a viscous liquid, to an adhesive, and to a film as a weight percent (wt %) ratio of PCL-PVAc-PEG to partially hydrophilic oil changes. 1. A composition comprising a polyvinyl caprolactam-polyvinyl acetate-polyethylene glycol graft copolymer (PCL-PVAc-PEG) and a partially hydrophilic oil , wherein the composition transitions from a viscous liquid , to an adhesive patch , and to a film as a weight percent (wt %) ratio of PCL-PVAc-PEG to partially hydrophilic oil changes.2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein transition between the viscous liquid to the adhesive patch occurs when the PCL-PVAc-PEG comprises about 25 to 50 wt % and the partially hydrophilic oil comprises about 50 to 75 wt % of the composition; or wherein the transition between the adhesive and the film occurs when the PCL-PVAc-PEG comprises about 50 to less than 100 wt % and the partially hydrophilic oil comprises greater than 0% to 50 wt % of the composition.3. (canceled)4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the film has at least one of: a tensile strength with a range from 0.01 MPa to 6 MPa; an elasticity with a range of 50 MPa to 4500 MPa Young's modulus; or an adhesiveness with an adhesive range from 6 g to 540 g of force.5. (canceled)6. (canceled)7. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the PCL-PVAc-PEG has a molecular weight in the range of 90 claim 1 ,000-140 claim 1 ,000 g/mol.8. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the partially hydrophilic oil has a free hydroxyl group or is at least one of vitamin E claim 1 , eugenol claim 1 , clove oil claim 1 , or black seed oil.9. (canceled)10. The composition of claim 1 , further comprising at least one of a polar solvent or an active agent.11. (canceled)12. The composition of ...

PROCESSING AID AND BLEND EMPLOYING THE PROCESSING AID FOR ACHIEVING EFFECTIVE ORIENTATION OF AN EXTRUDED FILM LAYER AND A BIAXIALLY ORIENTED FILM INCLUDING SUCH FILM LAYER

Processing aid for aiding in orienting an extruded film layer including a preponderance, by weight, of a high crystalline polypropylene is a crystalline polypropylene wax. 117-. (canceled)18. A biaxially oriented , multi-layer film including a base layer and at least one intermediate layer on one side of said base layer and at least one skin layer adjacent said at least one intermediate layer , said base layer and/or at least one intermediate layer including a blend of crystalline polypropylene wax and a high crystallinity polypropylene homopolymer.19. The biaxially oriented claim 18 , multi-layer film of claim 18 , wherein said wax is a crystalline metallocene catalyzed polypropylene wax.20. The biaxially oriented claim 18 , multi-layer film of claim 18 , wherein said crystalline polypropylene wax is less than 10% by weight of the blend and the machine direction and cross-direction tensile strength (psi) and the machine direction and cross direction tensile modulus (psi) of the multi-layer film are at least 90% of the machine direction and cross-direction tensile strength (psi) and the machine direction and cross direction tensile modulus (psi) of the same multi-layer film but excluding the crystalline polypropylene in the base layer.21. The biaxially oriented claim 20 , multi-layer film of claim 20 , wherein said crystalline polypropylene wax is a crystalline metallocene catalyzed polypropylene wax.22. The biaxially oriented claim 20 , multi-layer film of claim 20 , wherein said crystalline polypropylene wax is in the range of 3.0-7.5% by weight of the blend.23. The biaxially oriented claim 21 , multi-layer film of claim 21 , wherein said crystalline polypropylene wax is in the range of 3.0-7.5% of the blend. This invention relates to a processing aid for use in effectively orienting an extruded film layer; most preferably a film layer constituting a core layer of a multilayer extruded film. The invention also relates to an oriented film layer including a blend ...

EVA THERMOPLASTIC COMPOUNDS, METHODS THEREOF, AND ARTICLES THEREFROM

Compositions may include a polymer composition prepared from an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer, a rubber, and a plasticizer. Compositions may further comprise other components, such as a curing agent and a blowing agent. Articles may include a polymer composition prepared from an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer, a rubber, and a plasticizer. Methods may include mixing an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer, a rubber, and a plasticizer; and extruding the mixture thereof. 1. A polymer composition , comprising:an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer present in the polymer composition at an amount ranging from 30 to 70 wt % of the polymer composition;rubber present in the polymer composition at an amount ranging from 5 to 30 wt % of the polymer composition; anda plasticizer present in the polymer composition at an amount ranging from 10 to 40 wt % of the polymer composition.2. The polymer composition of claim 1 , wherein the rubber and the plasticizer are present at a weight ratio ranging from 1:1 to 1:5.3. A polymer composition claim 1 , comprising:an ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer;rubber; anda plasticizer, the rubber and the plasticizer being present at a weight ratio ranging from 1:1 to 1:5.4. The polymer composition of claim 3 , wherein the ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer has a vinyl acetate content ranges from 5 to 40 wt % of the ethylene vinyl acetate.5. The polymer composition of claim 3 , wherein the rubber is at least one selected from natural rubber; poly-isoprene (IR); styrene and butadiene rubber (SBR); polybutadiene; nitrile butadiene rubber (NBR); ethylene-propylene rubber (EPR); ethylene-propylene-diene monomer rubber (EPDM); acrylic rubbers; halogen rubbers; brominated isobutylene; polychloroprene; silicone rubbers; sulfur-containing rubbers; fluorinated rubbers; elastomers based on styrene claim 3 , butadiene claim 3 , isoprene claim 3 , ethylene and/or propylene; styrene-isoprene-styrene (SIS); styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene (SEBS); styrene-butylene- ...

Polymer compositions having improved barrier properties

A composition comprising a polymer and a wax wherein the polymer has a melt index of from about 0.5 g/10 min to about 4 g/10 min, a density of equal to or greater than about 0.945 g/cc which when formed into a film displays a moisture vapor transmission rate of less than about 0.55 g-mil/100 in 2 in 24 hours as determined in accordance with ASTM F 1249.

Polymer compositions having improved barrier properties

A composition comprising a polymer and a wax wherein the polymer has a melt index of from about 0.5 g/10 min to about 4 g/10 min, a density of equal to or greater than about 0.945 g/cc which when formed into a film displays a moisture vapor transmission rate of less than about 0.55 g-mil/100 in 2 in 24 hours as determined in accordance with ASTM F 1249.

Thermoplastic elastomer compositions, methods for making the same, and articles made therefrom

Provided are thermoplastic elastomer compositions composed of a thermoplastic component, an elastomeric component, and at least one particulate composition. Particulate compositions are composed of a particulate material and a carrier medium. Exemplary particulate materials include minerals, mineral compounds, including mineral oxides, clays, carbon, nanotubes, and combinations thereof. Typical carrier mediums are one or more polar polymers, apolar polymers, one or more oils, poly α-olefins, or combinations thereof. The at least one particulate composition is dispersed within the thermoplastic component and/or the elastomeric component. Particulate compositions include clay grease compositions wherein a clay, e.g., an exfoliated clay, is utilized as a thickener.

Thermoplastic elastomer compositions, methods for making the same, and articles made therefrom

Provided are thermoplastic elastomer compositions composed of a thermoplastic component, an elastomeric component, and at least one particulate composition. Particulate compositions are composed of a particulate material and a carrier medium. Exemplary particulate materials include minerals, mineral compounds, including mineral oxides, clays, carbon, nanotubes, and combinations thereof. Typical carrier mediums are one or more polar polymers, apolar polymers, one or more oils, poly α-olefins, or combinations thereof. The at least one particulate composition is dispersed within the thermoplastic component and/or the elastomeric component. Particulate compositions include clay grease compositions wherein a clay, e.g., an exfoliated clay, is utilized as a thickener.

Polyolefin-based cable compound formulation for improved foamability and enhanced processability

A composition comprising a composition of an ethylene-based thermoplastic polymer comprising high density polyethylene (HDPE) blended with a modifier component, an optional blowing agent, optionally with carbon black and/or one or more additives, to make foamed articles.

Films, and related compositions and methods of making

Disclosed in embodiments herein are monolayer or multilayer films. The films include at least one layer including a) a polyethylene polymer component comprising linear low density polyethylene; and b) a wax component comprising nonpolar, polyethylene wax, wherein the nonpolar, polyethylene wax has a density of 0.955 grams/cm 3 or greater, and wherein the nonpolar, polyethylene wax is present in an amount of at least 3 percent by weight of the film. Also disclosed in embodiments herein are related compositions and methods of making monolayer or multilayer films.

Films, and related compositions and methods of making

Disclosed in embodiments herein are monolayer or multilayer films. The films include at least one layer including a) a polyethylene polymer component comprising linear low density polyethylene; and b) a wax component comprising nonpolar, polyethylene wax, wherein the nonpolar, polyethylene wax has a density of 0.955 grams/cm3 or greater, and wherein the nonpolar, polyethylene wax is present in an amount of at least 3 percent by weight of the film. Also disclosed in embodiments herein are related compositions and methods of making monolayer or multilayer films.

橡胶组合物，及在发泡制品的应用和生产方法

本发明公开了一种橡胶组合物及其加工方法，以及利用该组合物生产发泡材料的应用和方法，该橡胶组合物包括：橡胶基体和必要组份，所述橡胶基体包含：支化聚乙烯的含量a：0＜a≤100份；二元乙丙橡胶和三元乙丙橡胶的含量b：0≤b＜100份，必要组份包含：交联剂0.5～10份，发泡剂为1.5～25份。该应用是加工海绵密封条，高发泡倍率泡沫材料，减震泡沫橡胶板材，浅色高强度发泡板材，发泡实心复合密封条，内部填充发泡弹性体的实心力车胎，有益效果是，支化聚乙烯除了有甲基、乙基、丙基、丁基、戊基等短支链外，还有碳数大于6的长支链，用支化聚乙烯部分或者全部取代发泡橡胶组合物中的乙丙橡胶，可以提高橡胶组合物的熔体强度，提高组合物的可发泡性能，尤其是预发泡，而且所得的橡胶制品具有更低的压缩永久变形。

Concrete cleaning composition

A water and oil absorbant concrete cleaning composition is disclosed comprising shreds of a hydrophilic, open-celled, solids-loaded polyurethane foam. Methods are also disclosed to bind the solids to the cellular foam matrix.

Floor cleaning and waxing composition

An absorbent floor cleaning and waxing composition is disclosed comprising shreds of a hydrophilic, open-celled, solids-loaded polyurethane foam having an aqueous wax emulsion releasably incorporated therein. The composition is effective to replace soiled coatings of floor wax with fresh floor wax.

一种生产包括多个薄片的矿棉产品以及此类产品的方法

本发明涉及一种方法和包含多个薄片的矿棉产品诸如夹心面板芯，所述产品包括—从矿棉幅材切割下来并且通过在两个相邻薄片的所述表面上施加粘合剂而粘结在一起以形成幅材状产品的多个薄片，其中所述粘合剂包含至少一种水胶体。

THERMOPLASTIC POLYMER COMPOSITION FOR CONSTRUCTING 3D ARTICLES

The invention relates to a composition for the layer-by-layer building of a three-dimensional article by sintering of the composition brought about by electromagnetic radiation, the composition comprising a semicrystalline thermoplastic polymer powder and at least one wax, the wax having a dropping point which is greater than the crystallization temperature of the semicrystalline thermoplastic polymer, said composition in addition optionally comprising a flow agent. 1. A composition for the layer-by-layer building of a three-dimensional (3D) article by sintering of the composition brought about by electromagnetic radiation , the composition comprising:a semicrystalline thermoplastic polymer powder;a wax, the wax having a dropping point which is greater than the crystallization temperature (Ct) of the semicrystalline thermoplastic polymer;and optionally a flow agent,wherein the wax is not a fatty acid salt or a metallic soap.2. The composition as claimed in claim 1 , in which the wax is chosen from polyolefin waxes claim 1 , waxes of vegetable or animal origin claim 1 , and also their mixtures.3. The composition as claimed in claim 2 , in which the wax is chosen from polyethylene and polypropylene waxes claim 2 , polytetrafluoroethylene waxes claim 2 , ketone waxes claim 2 , acid waxes claim 2 , partially esterified acid waxes claim 2 , acid anhydride waxes claim 2 , ester waxes claim 2 , aldehyde waxes claim 2 , amide waxes claim 2 , their derivatives and also their mixtures.4. The composition as claimed in claim 1 , in which the semicrystalline thermoplastic polymer is chosen from a polyamide claim 1 , a homopolymer or copolymer of vinylidene fluoride (PVDF) claim 1 , a copolymer comprising polyamide blocks and comprising polyether blocks (PEBA) claim 1 , a thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) claim 1 , a copolymer comprising polyester blocks and comprising polyether blocks (COPE) claim 1 , and their mixtures.5. The composition as claimed in claim 4 , in which the ...

具有蜡添加剂的聚合物改性沥青

一种形成并使用蜡来改性沥青的改进的方法。该方法包括：(a)选取固体聚合材料，(b)在挤出机中加热固体聚合材料以产生熔融的聚合材料，(c)过滤熔融的聚合材料，(d)将熔融的聚合材料放置在反应器中通过化学解聚工艺以产生解聚的聚合材料，和(e)将解聚的材料添加到预蜡混合物中以产生聚合物改性沥青。与控制制剂改性的沥青相比，蜡的添加减少了实现改善的聚合物分散所需的混合时间并降低了纯沥青的黏度。蜡的预聚合物添加对所得到的改性沥青的大多数性质是有害的。后聚合物添加改善了黏度减小量，更高的软化点和改善的尺寸稳定性。

Cera como modificador de flujo de fusion y adyuvante de procesamiento para polimeros.

Un método mejorado forma y emplea una cera para modificar los rendimientos y el flujo de fusión en polímeros. El método comprende: (a) seleccionar un material polimérico sólido, (b) calentar el material polimérico sólido en una extrusora para producir un material polimérico fundido, (c) filtrar el material polimérico fundido, (d) colocar el material polimérico fundido a través de un proceso químico de despolimerización en un reactor para producir un material polimérico despolimerizado, y (e) añadir el material despolimerizado a una mezcla de pre-cera para producir un polímero modificado.

Ultrahigh-molecular weight ethylene polymer powder, and molded article using the ultrahigh-molecular weight ethylene polymer powder

본 발명은, 성형체의 성능을 향상시키면서 생산성을 향상시킬 수 있는 초고분자량 에틸렌계 중합 파우더, 및 해당 초고분자량 에틸렌계 중합 파우더를 사용하여 얻어지는 성형체를 제공할 수 있다. 본 발명의 초고분자량 에틸렌계 중합 파우더는, 에틸렌 단위, 및/또는, 에틸렌 단위와 탄소수 3 이상 8 이하의 α-올레핀 단위를 구성 단위로 하고, 점도 평균 분자량이 100,000 이상 10,000,000 이하이고, 유도 결합 플라스마 질량 분석계(ICP/MS)에 의한 티타늄 원소 함유량이 20ppm 이하이고, 등온 결정화 시간이 6분 미만이다. 또한, 본 발명의 성형체는, 상기 초고분자량 에틸렌계 중합 파우더를 사용하여 얻어진다. The present invention can provide an ultra high molecular weight ethylene polymer powder which can improve productivity while improving the performance of the molded product, and a molded product obtained by using the ultra high molecular weight ethylene polymer powder. The ultrahigh molecular weight ethylene-based polymerized powder of the present invention comprises an ethylene unit and / or an olefin unit and an α-olefin unit having 3 to 8 carbon atoms as a structural unit, and has a viscosity average molecular weight of 100,000 to 10,000,000 or less, and an inductively coupled plasma. Titanium element content by a mass spectrometer (ICP / MS) is 20 ppm or less, and isothermal crystallization time is less than 6 minutes. Moreover, the molded object of this invention is obtained using the said ultra high molecular weight ethylene-type polymerization powder.

Procesos para hacer lotes maestros de caucho y silice.

Se proporciona un proceso para hacer un lote maestro de sílice que contiene sílice y caucho hecho en solución. El lote maestro de sílice tiene propiedades físicas similares a las que se encuentran en una composición mezclada en seco comparable, pero el lote maestro de sílice se puede incorporar más fácilmente y de manera menos costosa en neumáticos y otros productos de caucho que la composición de mezclada en seco. También se proporciona un proceso para hacer un lote maestro de sílice, un caucho hecho en solución y un caucho hecho en emulsión.

Graphene-reinforced polymer, additive for producing graphene-reinforced polymers, process for producing graphene-reinforced polymers and the use of said additive

A paraffin containing particles of graphene provides an improved distribution of the graphene particles when combined with a melt of a polymer material for producing graphene-reinforced polymer products such as plastic or rubber products. It is also disclosed a method for orienting the included graphene particles inside the polymer melt by subjecting the polymer melt to an external magnetic field. A paraffin containing particles of graphene provides an improved distribution of the graphene particles when combined with a melt of a polymer material to produce graphene-reinforced polymer products such as plastic or rubber products. It is also disclosed a method for orienting the included graphene particles inside the polymer melt by subjecting the polymer melt to an external magnetic field.

一种高收缩稳定性、高硬度橡胶基复合发泡材料及其制备方法

本发明涉及一种高收缩稳定性，高硬度橡胶基复合发泡材料及其制备方法。本发明先将热塑性丁苯橡胶、1氯丁橡胶、乙烯‑醋酸乙烯酯与白炭黑、石蜡、氧化锌和硬脂酸充分混炼均匀；再将交联剂双叔丁基过氧化二异丙苯和树脂交联剂SSA‑1252混炼得混合物；接着将发泡剂偶氮二甲酰胺与混合物一起加入到密炼机中充分混炼均匀，将得到的共混胶在开炼机上处理成片材，再放入硫化机，进行模压交联发泡成型出片，冷却，得到高收缩稳定性，高硬度橡胶基复合发泡材料。本发明制备的橡胶基复合发泡材料具有高的硬度、较低的收缩率，低密度及耐拉伸、撕裂的特点。

Expandable polystyrene

The invention relates to expandable polystyrene (EPS) comprising polyolefin waxes, wherein the latter have been prepared by means of metallocene catalysts and have a drop melting point or ring/ball softening point of from 80 to 165° C. and a melt viscosity measured at a temperature which is 10° C. above the drop melting point or softening point of from 20 to 10 000 mPa·s.

Polyolefin composition for undirected film with improved barrier properties in respect to oxygen

FIELD: chemistry.SUBSTANCE: invention relates to a foamed polypropylene-based film, which is a non-oriented film used for packing perishable food products. Cast film is made from polyolefin composition, which contains following components: (A) propylene homo- or copolymer with MFRof 0.5–80 g/10 min, when measured in accordance with ISO 1133, (B) a hydrocarbon resin product containing a hydrocarbon resin, (C) an alpha-nucleating agent. Hydrocarbon resin is characterized by weight-average molecular weight 500–5000 g/mol, melt viscosity 80–400 mPas at 200 °C, when performing measurement in accordance with ASTM D-3236, softening temperature of not higher than 200 °C, when measured in accordance with ASTM E-28, or any combination of said properties. During cast film production, cooling roll has temperature of 40–90 °C.EFFECT: invention enables to obtain an undirected film with improved barrier properties with respect to oxygen.9 cl, 2 tbl РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ (19) RU (11) (13) 2 725 892 C1 (51) МПК C08L 23/12 (2006.01) C08J 5/18 (2006.01) ФЕДЕРАЛЬНАЯ СЛУЖБА ПО ИНТЕЛЛЕКТУАЛЬНОЙ СОБСТВЕННОСТИ (12) ОПИСАНИЕ ИЗОБРЕТЕНИЯ К ПАТЕНТУ (52) СПК C08L 23/12 (2020.02); C08J 5/18 (2020.02) (21)(22) Заявка: 2019119686, 30.11.2017 (24) Дата начала отсчета срока действия патента: Дата регистрации: Приоритет(ы): (30) Конвенционный приоритет: 15.12.2016 EP 16204477.0 (56) Список документов, цитированных в отчете о поиске: ZA 9901097, B, 11.08.2000. WO 02/ 38383, A1, 16.05.2002. US 5,462,788, A, 31.10.1995. US 5,246,659, A, 21.09.1993. EP 1552921, A1, 13.07.2005. EP 1344642, A2, 17.09.2003. EP 0564206, A2, 06.10.1993. RU 2202474, C2, 20.04.2003. ЕА 5668, В1, 28.04.2005. (45) Опубликовано: 07.07.2020 Бюл. № 19 (85) Дата начала рассмотрения заявки PCT на национальной фазе: 15.07.2019 (86) Заявка PCT: 2 7 2 5 8 9 2 R U (87) Публикация заявки PCT: WO 2018/108541 (21.06.2018) C 1 C 1 EP 2017/080924 (30.11.2017) 2 7 2 5 8 9 2 (73) Патентообладатель(и): АБУ ДАБИ ПОЛИМЕРС КО. ЛТД (БОРУЖ) Л.Л.С. (AE ...

A process for producing a non-oriented film with improved oxygen barrier property

The present invention is directed to a process for producing a non-oriented film with improved oxygen barrier property, and to such a non-oriented film. The non-oriented film comprises a polyolefin composition comprising a propylene homo- or copolymer, a hydrocarbon resin and optionally a nucleating agent. The process involves cooling of the extruded film at a certain cooling temperature which is preferably higher than the cooling temperature of a film which has the same components in the same relative amounts apart from not comprising the hydrocarbon resin. The present invention allows the application of a polypropylene based non-oriented film like a cast film (CPP) for packaging of sensitive food.

Biaxially oriented epoxidised fatty acid derivatives containing hydrolysis resistant polyester film and a chain extender and method for production of same and use of same

Polyolefin foam and polyolefin resin composition

A high-expanded crosslinked foam having excellent flexibility, toughness, heat resistance and compressibility, a smooth surface and uniform cells, and a polyolefin resin composition to be used therefore are provided. A polyolefin-based crosslinked foam has the following characteristics (a) to (c) and is obtained by the crosslinked foaming of a foaming polyolefin resin composition comprising a polyolefin resin composition and a foaming agent: (a) Gel fraction is from 10% to 90%; (b) Degree of swelling is 30 or less; and (c) When glass transition point determined from the temperature dependence of dynamic viscoelasticity is represented by the peak of tan δ determined by the measurement of dynamic viscoelasticity at a frequency of 10 Hz, there is observed no peak or one peak, if any, and the ratio α of storage modulus at 0° C. (E′ 0 ) to storage modulus at 100° C. (E′ 100 ) (α=log E′ 0 /E′ 100 ) is from 10 to 30.

Method for the production of agglomerates comprising rubber and wax, agglomerates produced by the method and their use in asphalt and bitumen

Process for producing agglomerates comprising rubber and wax, agglomerates produced therefrom and their use in asphalt or bitumen

Bei einem Verfahren zur Herstellung eines Schüttgutes von Agglomeraten aus Gummipartikeln und Wachs wird eine Zusammensetzung des Agglomerats und die Verwendung dieses Schüttgutes für die Herstellung von Asphalt oder Bitumenmassen derart geschaffen, indem Gummi durch Quellung und Verwendung eines Quellmittels aktiviert und eine Schmelze aus viskositätsreduzierendem Wachs und optionalem Polyoctenamer zugegeben wird, die aktivierten Gummipartikel mit dem viskositätsreduzierenden Wachs und optionalen adhäsionsverbessernden Stoffen agglomeriert werden, wobei das Quellungsmittel in die Zwischenräume der Gummimoleküle eindringt und die Moleküle auseinander drängt, die physikalischen Anziehungskräfte verringert oder unterbrochen werden, so daß das resultierende größere Volumen zu einer Viskositätsminderung und die Erweichung zu einer innigeren und homogeneren Benetzung mit dem Wachs führen. In a method for producing a bulk material of agglomerates from rubber particles and wax, a composition of the agglomerate and the use of this bulk material for the production of asphalt or bitumen masses is created in such a way that rubber is activated by swelling and use of a swelling agent and a melt of viscosity-reducing wax and optional Polyoctenamer is added, the activated rubber particles are agglomerated with the viscosity-reducing wax and optional adhesion-improving substances, the swelling agent penetrating into the spaces between the rubber molecules and forcing the molecules apart, the physical forces of attraction being reduced or interrupted, so that the resulting larger volume leads to a viscosity reduction and the softening leads to a more intimate and homogeneous wetting with the wax.

Polymer-modified asphalt with wax additive

An improved method forms and employs a wax to modify asphalt. The method includes: (a) selecting a solid polymeric material, (b) heating the solid polymeric material in an extruder to produce a molten polymeric material, (c) filtering the molten polymeric material, (d) placing the molten polymeric material through a chemical depolymerization process in a reactor to produce a depolymerized polymeric material, and (e) adding the depolymerized material to a pre-wax mixture to produce a polymer-modified asphalt. The addition of wax reduced the mixing time necessary to achieve improved polymer dispersion compared to the control formulation modified bitumen and reduced the viscosity of the neat bitumen. Pre-polymer addition of wax is detrimental to most properties of the resulting modified asphalt. Post-polymer addition improved viscosity reduction, higher softening point and improved dimensional stability.