Abstract

Contemplated compositions and methods allow for simple and effective removal of carpet and/or modified thinset. In preferred embodiments, contemplated compositions include benzyl alcohol and optionally monoethanolamine and/or a modified cellulose thickener.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 43/00 - Operations specially adapted for layered products and not otherwise provided for, e.g. repairingApparatus therefor
• C09J 5/00 - Adhesive processes in generalAdhesive processes not provided for elsewhere, e.g. relating to primers

Abstract

Compositions and methods for simultaneous pickling and passivation of stainless steel are presented that have exceptional shelf life, are free of hydrofluoric acid, exhibit no syneresis, and are non-corrosive to carbon steel. Moreover, contemplated compositions can be safely sprayed or otherwise applied onto various surfaces and will adhere to treated surfaces without significant runoff.

IPC Classes  ?

• C23C 22/34 - Chemical surface treatment of metallic material by reaction of the surface with a reactive liquid, leaving reaction products of surface material in the coating, e.g. conversion coatings, passivation of metals using aqueous solutions using aqueous acidic solutions with pH < 6 containing fluorides or complex fluorides
• C23G 1/08 - Iron or steel

Abstract

A composition for removal of adhesives comprises a polar solvent, such as benzyl alcohol, in combination with thickeners, dry lubricants, and/or gelling agents to allow for penetration of the adhesive and transformation of the treated adhesive into a solid material that can be readily removed from a surface without forming sticky residue that adheres to the solid material or tool used to remove the adhesive.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 13/02 - Organic and inorganic ingredients
• B08B 7/00 - Cleaning by methods not provided for in a single other subclass or a single group in this subclass
• B08B 3/08 - Cleaning involving contact with liquid the liquid having chemical or dissolving effect

Goods & Services

Chemicals and cementitious products for concrete construction, restoration and repair, namely, chemical compounds for curing concrete and chemical additives for use as binding agents in concrete

Abstract

Compositions and methods are presented that selectively dissolve calcium from a variety of cementitious materials without dissolving or otherwise degrading calcium silica hydrate (CSH). Preferably, contemplated compositions comprise guanidine bisulfate hydrochloride, which can be prepared from a reaction of urea, hydrochloric acid, and sulfamic acid. Therefore, it is especially contemplated that the compositions contemplated herein are particularly suitable to clean or otherwise condition surfaces of cured concrete, Portland cement-based material, or an aggregate containing CSH.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 41/46 - Coating or impregnating with organic materials
• C07C 279/02 - GuanidineSalts, complexes or addition compounds thereof
• C04B 41/00 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramicsTreatment of natural stone
• C07C 277/00 - Preparation of guanidine or its derivatives, i.e. compounds containing the group the singly-bound nitrogen atoms not being part of nitro or nitroso groups
• C23F 1/14 - Aqueous compositions
• C23F 1/46 - Regeneration of etching compositions

Abstract

Various compositions and methods are disclosed for treatment of heat tints on stainless steel surfaces that allow for simultaneous pickling and passivation of stainless steel. Moreover, contemplated compositions and methods are free or substantially free of hydrofluoric acid and can be applied in various forms at different temperatures. In further preferred aspects of the inventive subject matter, the compositions contemplated herein include magnesium salts of acids, and especially magnesium salts of hydrofluoric and nitric acid, most typically in an aqueous base. Such compositions are significantly safer for a user and disposal. Where desired, additional ingredients may be added, including surfactants, chelators, thickeners, and/or fillers.

IPC Classes  ?

• C23C 22/34 - Chemical surface treatment of metallic material by reaction of the surface with a reactive liquid, leaving reaction products of surface material in the coating, e.g. conversion coatings, passivation of metals using aqueous solutions using aqueous acidic solutions with pH < 6 containing fluorides or complex fluorides
• C23C 22/50 - Treatment of iron or alloys based thereon
• B08B 3/00 - Cleaning by methods involving the use or presence of liquid or steam

Abstract

Contemplated compositions and methods for treating in service concrete includes the step of contacting a portion of the in service concrete with an composition, wherein the composition comprises a base and at least one of an acid and a salt of an acid in an amount effective to convert insoluble calcium salts into soluble calcium gluconates that can be washed away with water or other liquid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 41/53 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramicsTreatment of natural stone involving the removal of part of the materials of the treated article
• C04B 41/46 - Coating or impregnating with organic materials
• C04B 41/00 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramicsTreatment of natural stone
• C04B 41/72 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramicsTreatment of natural stone of only artificial stone involving the removal of part of the materials of the treated articles, e.g. etching
• C11D 7/26 - Organic compounds containing oxygen
• C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents

Abstract

Contemplated compositions and methods for protection of concrete and various other cementitious materials comprise a step of formation of a mesoporous polymeric network within the concrete or other cementitious material, wherein the network further includes a cationic component that forms a substantially insoluble precipitate upon reaction with sulfuric acid to so form a composite barrier against further attack by sulfuric acid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 41/49 - Compounds having one or more carbon-to-metal or carbon-to-silicon linkages
• C04B 24/42 - Compounds having one or more carbon-to-silicon linkages
• C04B 41/00 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramicsTreatment of natural stone
• C04B 41/53 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramicsTreatment of natural stone involving the removal of part of the materials of the treated article
• C04B 41/72 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramicsTreatment of natural stone of only artificial stone involving the removal of part of the materials of the treated articles, e.g. etching

Abstract

Contemplated compositions and methods for sealing cementitious material includes the step of contacting a portion of the cementitious material with a concrete sealing composition, wherein the composition comprises swellable polymers that can form a moisture adaptive barrier in the material, a silicate component that can react with free lime in the material to form CSH in the presence of a catalyst, and a water miscible silane that can react with silica in the material to form polysiloxanes.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 41/52 - Multiple coating or impregnating
• C04B 41/00 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramicsTreatment of natural stone
• C04B 41/50 - Coating or impregnating with inorganic materials
• C04B 41/65 - Coating or impregnating with inorganic materials
• C04B 111/27 - Water resistance, i.e. waterproof or water-repellent materials

Abstract

Contemplated compositions and methods for treating in service concrete includes the step of contacting a portion of the in service concrete with an composition, wherein the composition comprises a base and at least one of an acid and a salt of an acid in an amount effective to convert insoluble calcium salts into soluble calcium gluconates that can be washed away with water or other liquid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 41/46 - Coating or impregnating with organic materials
• E02D 31/06 - Protective arrangements for foundations or foundation structuresGround foundation measures for protecting the soil or the subsoil water, e.g. preventing or counteracting oil pollution against corrosion by soil or water

Abstract

Contemplated compositions and methods for removing antifouling paint from a substrate comprise a solvent component and a gelling component, wherein the solvent component can penetrate and solubilize a polymer of an antifouling paint, and wherein the gelling component can form a gel upon application of the composition to antifouling paint to thereby cling to and lift the antifouling paint from its substrate.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09D 9/00 - Chemical paint or ink removers
• C09D 5/16 - Anti-fouling paintsUnderwater paints

Abstract

Contemplated compositions and methods for protection of concrete and various other cementitious materials comprise a step of formation of a mesoporous polymeric network within the concrete or other cementitious material, wherein the network further includes a cationic component that forms a substantially insoluble precipitate upon reaction with sulfuric acid to so form a composite barrier against further attack by sulfuric acid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 77/00 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions forming in the main chain of the macromolecule a linkage containing silicon, with or without sulfur, nitrogen, oxygen, or carbon
• B01F 17/00 - Use of substances as emulsifying, wetting, dispersing, or foam-producing agents
• C09K 21/14 - Macromolecular materials
• C04B 24/42 - Compounds having one or more carbon-to-silicon linkages
• C04B 41/00 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramicsTreatment of natural stone
• C04B 41/53 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramicsTreatment of natural stone involving the removal of part of the materials of the treated article
• C04B 41/72 - After-treatment of mortars, concrete, artificial stone or ceramicsTreatment of natural stone of only artificial stone involving the removal of part of the materials of the treated articles, e.g. etching

Goods & Services

(1) Chemicals and cementitious products for concrete construction, restoration and repair, namely cures, coatings, water repellents, bonding agents, anti-graffiti preparations, cleaners and strippers; concrete repair and resurfacing preparations; paint, stain and wax stripping preparations