Abstract

Some implementations of the present disclosure prevent, reduce or at least slow equipment fouling using passivation as a treatment prior to contacting metallic components with hydrocarbon containing fluid, that is, an environment where fouling occurs. For example, one implementation includes a method of passivating heat exchangers in a SAGD process or system using the compositions and compounds of the present disclosure. The composition may be applied to a component prior to its first inclusion in an online system or following placing the system offline for maintenance. The composition may be used to treat metallic equipment surface(s), for example, via contacting them with a suspension or solution of the composition described herein, prior placing the system online. The method may further include treatment of the process fluid, for example, via injection or batch treatment of the composition with the compositions described herein into the process fluid.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 233/04 - Heterocyclic compounds containing 1,3-diazole or hydrogenated 1,3-diazole rings, not condensed with other rings having one double bond between ring members or between a ring member and a non-ring member
• C07D 233/08 - Heterocyclic compounds containing 1,3-diazole or hydrogenated 1,3-diazole rings, not condensed with other rings having one double bond between ring members or between a ring member and a non-ring member with only hydrogen atoms or radicals containing only hydrogen and carbon atoms, directly attached to ring carbon atoms with alkyl radicals, containing more than four carbon atoms, directly attached to ring carbon atoms
• C07D 233/12 - Heterocyclic compounds containing 1,3-diazole or hydrogenated 1,3-diazole rings, not condensed with other rings having one double bond between ring members or between a ring member and a non-ring member with only hydrogen atoms or radicals containing only hydrogen and carbon atoms, directly attached to ring carbon atoms with alkyl radicals, containing more than four carbon atoms, directly attached to ring carbon atoms with substituted hydrocarbon radicals attached to ring nitrogen atoms

Abstract

Compositions, methods, and resins using alkyl aldehydes and phenols are provided herein. In one embodiment, a composition comprising an alkylphenol resin can be prepared by condensing at least one phenolic monomer selected from the group consisting of phenol, cresol, resorcinol, xylenol, ethyl phenol, alkylresorcinols, and combinations thereof; and at least one alkyl aldehyde having from 5 to 12 carbon atom alkyl groups. The alkylphenol resins of the application are free of octylphenol or nonylphenol monomers. In one embodiment, the alkylphenol resins may be prepared using formaldehyde, and alternatively, in another embodiment, the alkylphenol resins may be prepared without the use of formaldehyde. The process to make these new alternative alkylphenol resins is a cost effective process and easy to scale-up.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08K 5/09 - Carboxylic acidsMetal salts thereofAnhydrides thereof
• C08G 8/10 - Condensation polymers of aldehydes or ketones with phenols only of aldehydes of formaldehyde, e.g. of formaldehyde formed in situ with phenol
• C08L 21/00 - Compositions of unspecified rubbers

Abstract

A diesel fuel and additive mixture is useful for reducing particulate matter emissions while improving or at least not aggravating oxidative stability during combustion. The additive includes at least one compound having a general formula selected from the group consisting of : (1) and combinations thereof, wherein: R is a saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbon having from about 1 to about 6 carbons. The additive is effective in diesel at concentrations as low as from about 50 to about 1000 ppm by weight.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 307/00 - Heterocyclic compounds containing five-membered rings having one oxygen atom as the only ring hetero atom

Abstract

Polymeric materials and methods for making the polymeric materials utilizing bisphenolic stillbottoms, lignosulfonates, or both are disclosed. In one embodiment, a polymer is provided that includes a condensate of bisphenolic stillbottoms, an optional phenolic compound independent of bisphenolic stillbottoms, an aldehyde, and a lignosulfonate compound. The condensate may further include an amino compound, a catalyst, or combinations thereof. Alternatively, the polymer may be free of a phenolic compound independent of bisphenolic stillbottoms. The polymers may be used in the manufacture of articles including composites, laminates and paper products.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 63/00 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions forming a carboxylic ester link in the main chain of the macromolecule

Abstract

A thermosettable epoxy resin composition having, as components: (1) an epoxy resin; (2) an epoxidized cycloaliphatic dicyclopentadiene phenolic resin; (3) a liquid oligomeric butadiene homopolymer; and (4) a curing agent including one or more alkylphenol novolac resins or alkyphenol co-novolac resins, and one or more poly(2,6-dimethyl-1,4-phenylene oxides), which resin composition may be used to prepare composites, prepregs, or laminates.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 59/50 - Amines

Abstract

Disclosed are pressure sensitive adhesive compositions having enhanced water resistance and adhesion properties, which compositions include 70-99 wt% of an acrylic polymer dispersion and 1-30 wt% of a polyolefm dispersion. The acrylic polymer dispersion includes (1) one or more acrylic acid ester or (meth)acrylate acid ester(s), (2) one or more hydrocarbon monomer(s), (3) one or more ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid(s), (4) one or more nitrile(s) or amide(s) of an ethylenically unsaturated carboxylic acid(s), (5) one or more vinyl ester(s) of a carboxylic acid(s), optionally (6) one or more nitrogen containing acetoacetoxy functional compound(s), and optionally (7) one or more mercaptan chain transfer agent(s), and the polyolefm dispersion includes one or more polyolefins, which may or may not contain acid functionality.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09J 133/00 - Adhesives based on homopolymers or copolymers of compounds having one or more unsaturated aliphatic radicals, each having only one carbon-to-carbon double bond, and at least one being terminated by only one carboxyl radical, or of salts, anhydrides, esters, amides, imides, or nitriles thereofAdhesives based on derivatives of such polymers

Abstract

Disclosed are bonding or binding compositions useful in stabilizing or modifying soil as a sub-base. Specifically, bonding or binding agent compositions of the invention include a first emulsion containing a wax, and a second emulsion containing a film forming polymer.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09D 129/04 - Polyvinyl alcoholPartially hydrolysed homopolymers or copolymers of esters of unsaturated alcohols with saturated carboxylic acids
• C09D 131/04 - Homopolymers or copolymers of vinyl acetate

Abstract

This invention relates to a Waterborne Polyurethane Dispersions (WPU) derived from the reaction products of tertiary alkyl glycidyl esters based hydroxyl terminal polyester polyols with polyisocyanates and chain extended with poly-functional amines and dispersed in water have shown the surprising inherent ability for self-coalescence. Furthermore the cured films have shown improved hardness and abrasion resistance over these benchmarks with a significant reduction in coalescing solvent needed to accomplish film formation.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 18/66 - Compounds of groups , , or
• C08G 18/08 - Processes
• C09D 175/04 - Polyurethanes
• C08G 18/42 - Polycondensates having carboxylic or carbonic ester groups in the main chain

Abstract

Disclosed are wax emulsion compositions for curing or sealing concrete and cement formulations, methods for preparing and processes for using the same. The modifiers are applicable to curing or sealing membranes, used in roadways, highways, parking lots and other freshly placed or poured concrete surfaces to retain moisture and achieve high compressive strengths. This invention also relates to materials used to coat, spray, brush, roll, etc. on conventional Portland cement concrete mix designs or other applied concrete mixes in formed structural shapes and transport road mix designs, providing an effective layer that controls and minimizes moisture loss from the mix to enable proper curing and achievement of desired compressive strengths.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 26/00 - Compositions of mortars, concrete or artificial stone, containing only organic binders
• C08L 91/06 - Waxes

Abstract

The process to prepare a storage stable aqueous co-dispersion of epoxy resins and at least a silane oligomer is given. This aqueous co-dispersion of epoxy resins with a silane as part A, of a curable paint composition in which the part B comprises a hardener and optionally pigments and additives. This epoxy resins with the silane provide equal performance even after several months' storage.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08J 3/05 - Making solutions, dispersions, lattices or gels by other methods than by solution, emulsion or suspension polymerisation techniques in aqueous media from solid polymers
• C08J 3/07 - Making solutions, dispersions, lattices or gels by other methods than by solution, emulsion or suspension polymerisation techniques in aqueous media from polymer solutions
• C09D 163/00 - Coating compositions based on epoxy resinsCoating compositions based on derivatives of epoxy resins
• C09D 183/06 - Polysiloxanes containing silicon bound to oxygen-containing groups

Abstract

Composites and methods for manufacturing composites are provided herein. In one embodiment, a composite structure is provided including a resin composite material and a surface layer disposed on the resin composite material, wherein the surface layer comprises a phenolic resin. In another embodiment, a vessel comprising a composite overwrapped vessel may be improved in regard to high temperature performance by applying thereto a surface layer comprising a phenolic resin.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 61/10 - Phenol-formaldehyde condensates
• C08C 19/00 - Chemical modification of rubber
• C08C 3/00 - Treatment of coagulated rubber

Abstract

Polymeric materials, methods for making the polymeric materials, and photoresist formulations utilizing the polymeric materials are disclosed. In one aspect, a polymeric material is provided including a condensation product of a reaction mixture comprising an aldehyde with a phenolic monomer composition comprising m-cresol, p-cresol, 3,5- dimethyl phenol, and 2,5-dimethyl phenol. The polymeric material may be further contacted with a photoactive compound and a solvent to form a photoresist fomiulation.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 63/00 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions forming a carboxylic ester link in the main chain of the macromolecule

Abstract

Polyester materials, methods for making polyesters materials, and uses of the polyester materials in binder materials and articles of manufacture are disclosed. In one embodiment, a process is provided for preparing a polyester solution, including mixing monomers of at least one organic acid containing at least three carboxylic groups and at least one multi-hydroxyl alcohol containing at least three hydroxyl groups to form a reaction mixture, heating the reaction mixture to a first temperature, polymerizing the monomers at the first temperature until reaching an acid value from about 200 to about 400 mg KOH/g, adjusting the temperature to a second temperature less than the first temperature, and forming the polyester solution. The polyester materials may be mixed with cross-linking materials to form binder materials. The binder material may then be used to form articles of manufacture.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08F 283/04 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by polymerising monomers on to polymers provided for in subclass on to polycarbonamides, polyesteramides or polyimides
• C08G 63/12 - Polyesters derived from hydroxy carboxylic acids or from polycarboxylic acids and polyhydroxy compounds derived from polycarboxylic acids and polyhydroxy compounds
• C08G 64/14 - Aromatic polycarbonates not containing aliphatic unsaturation containing a chain-terminating or -crosslinking agent

Abstract

Polyester materials, methods for making polyesters materials, and uses of the polyester materials in binder materials and articles of manufacture are disclosed. In one embodiment, a process is provided for preparing a polyester solution, including mixing monomers of at least one organic acid containing at least three carboxylic groups and at least one multi-hydroxyl alcohol containing at least three hydroxyl groups to form a reaction mixture, heating the reaction mixture to a first temperature, polymerizing the monomers at the first temperature until reaching an acid value from about 200 to about 400 mg KOH/g, adjusting the temperature to a second temperature less than the first temperature, and forming the polyester solution. The polyester materials may be mixed with cross-linking materials to form binder materials. The binder material may then be used to form articles of manufacture.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 63/12 - Polyesters derived from hydroxy carboxylic acids or from polycarboxylic acids and polyhydroxy compounds derived from polycarboxylic acids and polyhydroxy compounds
• C08K 3/10 - Metal compounds
• C08K 3/16 - Halogen-containing compounds

Abstract

This invention relates to epoxy resin formulations for preforms to be used in molding processes, especially resin transfer molding processes and to methods for preparing the performs. The epoxy formulation is based on liquid or solid epoxy resins blended, with medium to high molecular weight, phenoxy resins. These formulations are highly compatible with epoxy curable injection resins, and more over are reacted in the polymeric matrix, without reducing the glass transition temperature (Tg) of the cured composite material.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 63/00 - Compositions of epoxy resinsCompositions of derivatives of epoxy resins
• C08J 5/24 - Impregnating materials with prepolymers which can be polymerised in situ, e.g. manufacture of prepregs

Abstract

The invention relates to epoxy compositions comprising a mixture of α,α-branched alkane carboxylic glycidyl esters derived from butene oligomers characterized in that the sum of the concentration of the blocked and of the highly branched isomers is maximum 55%, preferably below 40%, and most preferably below 30% weight on total composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 59/22 - Di-epoxy compounds
• C08G 59/36 - Epoxy compounds containing three or more epoxy groups together with mono-epoxy compounds
• C08G 65/22 - Cyclic ethers having at least one atom other than carbon and hydrogen outside the ring
• C07D 303/16 - Compounds containing oxirane rings with hydrocarbon radicals, substituted by singly or doubly bound oxygen atoms by esterified hydroxyl radicals
• C08L 63/00 - Compositions of epoxy resinsCompositions of derivatives of epoxy resins
• C08K 5/10 - EstersEther-esters

Abstract

The invention relates to epoxy compositions comprising a mixture of α,α-branched alkane carboxylic glycidyl esters derived from butene oligomers characterized in that the sum of the concentration of the blocked and of the highly branched isomers is at least 50%, preferably above 60% and most preferably above 75% on total composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 303/16 - Compounds containing oxirane rings with hydrocarbon radicals, substituted by singly or doubly bound oxygen atoms by esterified hydroxyl radicals
• C08G 59/36 - Epoxy compounds containing three or more epoxy groups together with mono-epoxy compounds
• C08G 59/00 - Polycondensates containing more than one epoxy group per moleculeMacromolecules obtained by reaction of epoxy polycondensates with monofunctional low-molecular-weight compoundsMacromolecules obtained by polymerising compounds containing more than one epoxy group per molecule using curing agents or catalysts which react with the epoxy groups
• C08L 63/00 - Compositions of epoxy resinsCompositions of derivatives of epoxy resins
• C08G 65/22 - Cyclic ethers having at least one atom other than carbon and hydrogen outside the ring
• C08G 59/22 - Di-epoxy compounds
• C08K 5/10 - EstersEther-esters

Abstract

The invention relates to compositions of hydroxyl functional acrylic resins (acrylic polyols) comprising a mixture of α,α- branched alkane carboxylic glycidyl esters derived from butene oligomers characterized in that the sum of the concentration of the blocked and of the highly branched isomers is at least 50%, preferably above 60% and most preferably above 75% on total composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 65/00 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions forming an ether link in the main chain of the macromolecule
• C09D 163/00 - Coating compositions based on epoxy resinsCoating compositions based on derivatives of epoxy resins

Abstract

The invention relates to compositions of polyester polyol resins comprising a mixture of α,α-branched alkane carboxylic acids glycidyl esters with a defined isomeric composition where the sum of the concentration of the blocked and of the highly branched isomers is at least 50%, preferably above 60% and most preferably above 75% on total composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 67/00 - Compositions of polyesters obtained by reactions forming a carboxylic ester link in the main chainCompositions of derivatives of such polymers

Abstract

Disclosed are bonding agents useful in the production of pelletized or briquetted fuels. The bonding agents may be incorporated into a feed containing the fuel material, providing both adhesion and cohesion of the fines to produce a uniform and predictable pellet or briquette. Specifically, the bonding composition contains a solubulized starch, a sugar source and/or a diol or polyol compound, and optionally a polymer selected from polyvinyl alcohol (PVOH), PVOH copolymers, polyvinyl acetate (PVA), polyvinyl acetate copolymers (PVAc), ethylene vinyl acetate (EVAc or VAE) or any subset or combination of such polymers. Also disclosed are methods of preparing the bonding agents and to densified and/or torrefied biomass products prepared therewith.

IPC Classes  ?

• C10L 5/14 - Briquetting processes with the aid of binders, e.g. pretreated binders with organic binders

Abstract

The invention relates to compositions of hydroxyl functional acrylic resins (acrylic polyols) comprising a mixture of α,α-branched alkane carboxylic glycidyl esters derived from butene oligomers characterized in that the sum of the concentration of the blocked and of the highly branched isomers is maximum 55%, preferably below 40%, and most preferably below 30% weight on total composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 65/00 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions forming an ether link in the main chain of the macromolecule
• C09D 163/00 - Coating compositions based on epoxy resinsCoating compositions based on derivatives of epoxy resins

Abstract

The invention relates to compositions of polyether polyol resins (hydroxyfunctional oligo or poly ether) comprising a mixture of α,α-branched alkane carboxylic glycidyl esters derived from butene oligomers characterized in that the sum of the concentration of the blocked and of the highly branched isomers is maximum 55%, preferably below 40%, and most preferably below 30% weight on total composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 65/22 - Cyclic ethers having at least one atom other than carbon and hydrogen outside the ring
• C08L 71/00 - Compositions of polyethers obtained by reactions forming an ether link in the main chainCompositions of derivatives of such polymers
• C08L 67/00 - Compositions of polyesters obtained by reactions forming a carboxylic ester link in the main chainCompositions of derivatives of such polymers
• C09D 171/00 - Coating compositions based on polyethers obtained by reactions forming an ether link in the main chainCoating compositions based on derivatives of such polymers
• C09D 167/00 - Coating compositions based on polyesters obtained by reactions forming a carboxylic ester link in the main chainCoating compositions based on derivatives of such polymers

Abstract

The invention relates to compositions of polyether polyol resins (hydroxyfunctional oligo or poly ether) comprising a mixture of α,α-branched alkane carboxylic glycidyl esters derived from butene oligomers characterized in that the sum the concentration of the blocked and of the highly branched isomers is at least 50%, preferably above 60% and most preferably above 75% on total composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 67/00 - Compositions of polyesters obtained by reactions forming a carboxylic ester link in the main chainCompositions of derivatives of such polymers
• C08G 65/00 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions forming an ether link in the main chain of the macromolecule

Abstract

Embodiments of the invention are directed to materials suitable for use as proppant materials. Proppant materials, and methods for making proppant materials, are provided. In one embodiment, the proppant material comprises a substrate material, a polymeric material disposed on the substrate material and a surface wettability modifier disposed on the polymeric material. Methods of making and using the proppant materials are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09K 8/02 - Well-drilling compositions

Abstract

Emulsions, and processes for making the emulsions, useful for imparting water resistance to gypsum products are disclosed. Process for making the emulsion and gypsum products made from the emulsion are also disclosed. The emulsions of the invention include at least one paraffin wax and a hydrophilic metallic salt. The emulsions of the invention may further include a saponifiable wax substitute for montan wax. The emulsions of the invention may further include a biocide.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 20/00 - Use of materials as fillers for mortars, concrete or artificial stone according to more than one of groups and characterised by shape or grain distributionTreatment of materials according to more than one of the groups specially adapted to enhance their filling properties in mortars, concrete or artificial stoneExpanding or defibrillating materials

Abstract

Compositions and methods for making compositions useful for imparting water resistance to gypsum products are disclosed. Processes for making gypsum products made from an emulsion of the composition are also disclosed. The compositions of the invention include at least one paraffin wax, a saponifiable wax, and a styrene-maleic anhydride copolymer. The composition may further include water and be in the form of an emulsion.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 20/00 - Use of materials as fillers for mortars, concrete or artificial stone according to more than one of groups and characterised by shape or grain distributionTreatment of materials according to more than one of the groups specially adapted to enhance their filling properties in mortars, concrete or artificial stoneExpanding or defibrillating materials

Abstract

Compositions for dust suppression, methods for forming the compositions, and methods for using the compositions are provided. In one embodiment, the composition includes at least a binding agent. The composition may be in the form of an emulsion. The compositions may be applied to an exposed surface of a substrate to suppress or mitigate fugitive dust therefrom.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09K 3/22 - Materials not provided for elsewhere for dust-laying or dust-absorbing

Abstract

Apparatus and methods are provided for forming and processing multiphasic systems. In one embodiment, the invention provides a process for the manufacture of an epoxide, including reacting an olefinically unsaturated compound with an oxidant in the presence of a buffer component and a water-soluble manganese complex disposed in an aqueous phase having a first pH level in a first multiphasic system, adjusting the pH of the aqueous phase to a second pH level less than the first pH level, isolating at least a portion of the aqueous phase from the first multiphasic system, adjusting the pH of the at least a portion of the aqueous phase to a third pH level greater than the second pH level, and introducing the at least a portion of the aqueous phase into a second multiphasic system.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 301/12 - Synthesis of the oxirane ring by oxidation of unsaturated compounds, or of mixtures of unsaturated and saturated compounds with hydrogen peroxide or inorganic peroxides or peracids

Abstract

This invention relates to a copolymer composition comprising vinyl ester of 2-ethyl hexanoic acid (VEHA), and particularly to pressure-sensitive adhesive compositions based on VEHA reacted with (meth) acrylate monomers. The present adhesive compositions provide a film with high cohesion and adhesion values, and more particularly to pressure-sensitive adhesive compositions based on VEHA reacted with (meth) acrylate monomers and VeoVa 10. The present adhesive compositions provide a film with high cohesion and adhesion values with Peel on Teflon of at least 2N/inch.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09D 131/02 - Homopolymers or copolymers of esters of monocarboxylic acids

Abstract

The invention relates to a process for the manufacture of α,α- branched carboxylic acids vinyl esters comprising the following steps: - isomerising and converting an olefin feed with CO and water under Koch reaction conditions to make an acid with a ratio of Non Blocking isomers (NB) versus Blocking isomers (B) of NB/B above 1.5, wherein a blocking isomer has always a tertiary carbon atom in alpha position of the carboxylic acid and in the beta position of the carboxylic acid, whereas a non-blocking isomer has primary carbon atoms in the beta position of the carboxylic acid - converting the resulting acid into a vinyl ester.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07C 51/14 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reaction with carbon monoxide on a carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bond in organic compounds
• C07C 67/04 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by reacting carboxylic acids or symmetrical anhydrides onto unsaturated carbon-to-carbon bonds
• C07C 69/24 - Esters of acyclic saturated monocarboxylic acids having the carboxyl group bound to an acyclic carbon atom or to hydrogen having three or more carbon atoms in the acid moiety esterified with monohydroxylic compounds
• C07C 53/128 - Acids containing more than four carbon atoms the carboxyl group being bound to a carbon atom bound to at least two other carbon atoms, e.g. neo-acids
• C08F 8/00 - Chemical modification by after-treatment
• C08F 18/10 - Vinyl esters of monocarboxylic acids containing three or more carbon atoms
• C08K 5/101 - EstersEther-esters of monocarboxylic acids

Abstract

Polymer compositions for elastomeric coatings or sealants provide excellent balance properties between elongation to break, early water resistance, alkaline resistance and adhesion on unpolar substrates. The composition is free of volatile and toxic monomer such as acrylonitrile, or substituted acrylonitrile.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08F 220/68 - Esters
• C08F 218/04 - Vinyl esters
• C09D 131/02 - Homopolymers or copolymers of esters of monocarboxylic acids
• C09D 133/04 - Homopolymers or copolymers of esters

Abstract

A wax extender may be employed in the manufacture of particle board, and oriented strand board to reduce the content of the wax in favor of a copolymer prepared by copolymerizing vinyl acetate with a hydrophobic reactive comonomer. The hydrophobic reactive comonomer may have the general formula (I): wherein R1 is a hydrophobic group having from about 4 to about 25 carbons; and R2, R3 and R4 are independently hydrogen or a methyl group subject to the limitation that at least one of these is hydrogen.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 31/04 - Homopolymers or copolymers of vinyl acetate

Abstract

The invention relates to compositions of a, a-branched alkane carboxylic acids glycidyl esters with a defined isomeric composition where the sum of the concentration of the blocked and of the highly branched isomers is maximum 55% preferably below 40%, and most preferably below 30%. The mixture of neononanoic acid glycidyl esters comprising at least 2,2-dimethyl heptanoic acid glycidyl ester and 2- methyl 2-ethyl hexanoic acid glycidyl ester and 2-methyl 2-ethyl 3-methyl pentanoic acid glycidyl esters.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 303/16 - Compounds containing oxirane rings with hydrocarbon radicals, substituted by singly or doubly bound oxygen atoms by esterified hydroxyl radicals
• C08G 65/08 - Saturated oxiranes
• C09D 163/00 - Coating compositions based on epoxy resinsCoating compositions based on derivatives of epoxy resins

Abstract

The invention relates to compositions of α,α-branched alkane carboxylic acids glycidyl esters with a define isomeric composition where the sum of the concentration of the blocked and of the highly branched isomers is at least 50%, preferably above 60% and most preferably above 75% on total composition.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 303/16 - Compounds containing oxirane rings with hydrocarbon radicals, substituted by singly or doubly bound oxygen atoms by esterified hydroxyl radicals
• C08G 18/00 - Polymeric products of isocyanates or isothiocyanates
• C09D 163/00 - Coating compositions based on epoxy resinsCoating compositions based on derivatives of epoxy resins

Abstract

Compositions and methods for forming surfactants, aqueous dispersions, and curing agents are provided. In one aspect, the invention relates to improved epoxy functional surfactants prepared by reaction of an epoxy composition and an amidoamine composition formed from a blend of acid-terminated polyoxyalkylene polyols. The improved epoxy functional surfactants may be reacted with an excess of epoxy composition and water to result in an aqueous dispersion. The amidoamone composition may be a reaction mixture of a diamine compound and an acid terminated polyoxyalkylene composition formed from two or more polyoxyalkylene polyol compounds. The epoxy functional surfactant may be reacted with amine compounds to form a compound suitable as a curing agent.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 63/00 - Compositions of epoxy resinsCompositions of derivatives of epoxy resins

Abstract

Compositions and methods for forming surfactants, aqueous dispersions, and curing agents are provided. In one aspect, the invention relates to improved epoxy functional surfactants prepared by reaction of an epoxy composition and an amidoamine composition formed from a blend of acid-terminated polyoxyalkylene polyols. The improved epoxy functional surfactants may be reacted with an excess of epoxy composition and water to result in an aqueous dispersion. The amidoamone composition may be a reaction mixture of a diamine compound and an acid terminated polyoxyalkylene composition formed from two or more polyoxyalkylene polyol compounds. The epoxy functional surfactant may be reacted with amine compounds to form a compound suitable as a curing agent.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 63/00 - Compositions of epoxy resinsCompositions of derivatives of epoxy resins

Abstract

The invention relates to a manufacturing process for the preparation of α,α-branched alkane carboxylic acids providing glycidyl esters with an improved softness or hardness of the coatings derived thereof. In which the mixture of neononanoic acid providing a high hardness is a mixture where the sum of the concentration of the blocked and of the highly branched isomers is at least 50%, preferably above 60% and most preferably above 75%. In which a mixture of neononanoic acids providing soft polymers is a mixture where the concentration of blocked and highly branched isomers is maximum 55%, preferably below 40% and most preferably below 30%.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07C 51/14 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reaction with carbon monoxide on a carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bond in organic compounds
• C07C 67/08 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by reacting carboxylic acids or symmetrical anhydrides with the hydroxy or O-metal group of organic compounds
• C07C 53/128 - Acids containing more than four carbon atoms the carboxyl group being bound to a carbon atom bound to at least two other carbon atoms, e.g. neo-acids
• C07C 69/24 - Esters of acyclic saturated monocarboxylic acids having the carboxyl group bound to an acyclic carbon atom or to hydrogen having three or more carbon atoms in the acid moiety esterified with monohydroxylic compounds
• C07C 51/15 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reaction of organic compounds with carbon dioxide, e.g. Kolbe-Schmitt synthesis

Abstract

Compositions and methods for forming condensates and resin compositions are provided. In one embodiment, a condensate is formed from a reaction mixture including a triazine monomer, an arylhydroxy monomer, an aldehyde monomer and an acid catalyst having a pKa value of greater than 3.8. The condensates contain up to 28 wt.% of nitrogen and have a melt viscosity of 3,000 cps or less at 175 °C. The condensates may have a solubility of at least 80 wt.% solids dissolved in an organic solvent for 120 hours or greater. Also disclosed are methods for the manufacture of the condensate as well as the condensate's use in fire-retardant epoxy resin compositions suitable for the manufacture of laminates for electronic applications. There is also disclosed a glycidylated triazine- arylhydroxy-aldehyde condensate of this invention.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 251/00 - Heterocyclic compounds containing 1,3,5-triazine rings

Abstract

Disclosed are benzoxazine compositions where oxazine rings are part of the polymer main-chain. The benzoxazine oligomers are prepared by the reaction of a bisphenol and an aldehyde, such as formaldehyde or paraformaldehyde, with one or more diamines or polyamines, and optionally with one or more monofunctional amines or monofunctional phenols. Also disclosed are benzoxazine monomers prepared from a bisphenol, an aldehyde, such as formaldehyde or paraformaldehyde, and a monofunctional amine, which benzoxazine monomers may be optionally used as reactive diluents. Further disclosed are benzoxazine monomers are prepared from a diamine, and aldehyde, such as formaldehyde or paraformaldehyde, and a monofunctional phenol, which benzoxazine monomers may also be optionally used as reactive diluents.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 14/06 - Condensation polymers of aldehydes or ketones with two or more other monomers covered by at least two of the groups of aldehydes with phenols and monomers containing hydrogen attached to nitrogen

Abstract

The invention relates to non aqueous curing agents for water dispersed epoxy resins. The curing agent composition offers a binder pot life of several hours, and in the presence of a metal, such as zinc, nearly no hydrogen generation is observed. The present curing composition can be mixed with a metal powder to provide a storage stable paste. The curing agent composition and/or paste is fully compatible with an epoxy water based resin. After low shear blending, the epoxy curing agent and metal system is storage stable for several hours working pot life that provides for cured coatings having good performance.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08L 63/00 - Compositions of epoxy resinsCompositions of derivatives of epoxy resins

Abstract

Apparatus and processes are provided for forming epoxide compounds. In one embodiment, a process for the manufacture of an epoxide is provided including adding an oxidant, a water-soluble manganese complex and a terminal olefin to form a multiphasic reaction mixture, reacting the terminal olefin with the oxidant in the multiphasic reaction mixture having at least one organic phase in the presence of the water-soluble manganese complex, separating the reaction mixture into the at least one organic phase and an aqueous phase, and reusing at least part of the aqueous phase. The invention is also related to a device for performing the above process.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 301/12 - Synthesis of the oxirane ring by oxidation of unsaturated compounds, or of mixtures of unsaturated and saturated compounds with hydrogen peroxide or inorganic peroxides or peracids
• B01D 17/02 - Separation of non-miscible liquids
• B01F 5/06 - Mixers in which the components are pressed together through slits, orifices, or screens
• B01J 19/18 - Stationary reactors having moving elements inside

Abstract

The invention relates to a process for the manufacture of an epoxyethyl carboxylate or glycidyl carboxylate, including reacting a vinyl carboxylate or an allyl carboxylate using an oxidant and a water-soluble manganese complex in an aqueous reaction medium, and the water-soluble manganese complex comprises an oxidation catalyst, characterized in that the water-soluble manganese complex is a mononuclear species of the general formula (I): [LMnX3]Y, or a binuclear species of the general formula (II): [LMn(μ-X)3MnL]Yn, wherein Mn is a manganese; L is a ligand and each L is independently a polydentate ligand, each X is independently a coordinating species and each μ-X is independently a bridging coordinating species, Y is a non-coordinating counter ion, and wherein the epoxidation is carried out at a pH in the range of from 1.0 to 7.0.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 301/12 - Synthesis of the oxirane ring by oxidation of unsaturated compounds, or of mixtures of unsaturated and saturated compounds with hydrogen peroxide or inorganic peroxides or peracids
• C07D 303/16 - Compounds containing oxirane rings with hydrocarbon radicals, substituted by singly or doubly bound oxygen atoms by esterified hydroxyl radicals

Abstract

Processes are provided for the formation of an epoxyethyl ether or a glycidyl ether, hi one embodiment, a process is provided for the manufacture of an epoxyethyl ether or glycidyl ether including reacting a vinyl ether or an allyl ether with an oxidant in the presence of a water-soluble manganese complex in an aqueous reaction medium, wherein the water-soluble manganese complex comprises an oxidation catalyst, characterized in that the water-soluble manganese complex is a mononuclear complex of the general formula (I): [LMnX3]Y (I), or a binuclear complex of the general formula (II): [LMn(μ-X)3MnL](Y)n (II), wherein Mn is a manganese; L or each L independently is a polydentate ligand, each X independently is a coordinating species and each μ-X independently is a bridging coordinating species, Y is a non-coordinating counter ion, and wherein the epoxidation is carried out at a pH in the range of from 1.0 to 6.0. The invention also relates to epoxyethyl ethers.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 301/12 - Synthesis of the oxirane ring by oxidation of unsaturated compounds, or of mixtures of unsaturated and saturated compounds with hydrogen peroxide or inorganic peroxides or peracids

Abstract

Processes and compositions are provided for epoxidizing an olefinically unsaturated compound. In one embodiment, a process is provided for reacting an olefinically unsaturated compound with an oxidant in the presence of a catalyst at acidic conditions, wherein the catalyst is activated prior to the reaction at a pH that is higher than the pH during the reaction.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 301/12 - Synthesis of the oxirane ring by oxidation of unsaturated compounds, or of mixtures of unsaturated and saturated compounds with hydrogen peroxide or inorganic peroxides or peracids

Abstract

A composite prepared using a thermosettable epoxy resin composition having, as components: (1) an epoxy resin; (2) an epoxidized cycloaliphatic dicyclopentadiene phenolic resin; (3) an optional epoxidized bisphenol-A novolac resin; (4) an optional oligomeric butadiene; (5) an optional organic solvent; and (6) an alkylphenol novolac resin, the alkylphenol novolac resin serving as a curing agent. The composite so prepared may have good physical properties and superior a electrical properties as compared to conventional composites, such as laminates. The prepregs used to make the laminates may have a better surface appearance as well.

IPC Classes  ?

• C21D 1/72 - Temporary coatings or embedding materials applied before or during heat treatment during chemical change of surfaces
• C21D 9/52 - Heat treatment, e.g. annealing, hardening, quenching or tempering, adapted for particular articlesFurnaces therefor for wiresHeat treatment, e.g. annealing, hardening, quenching or tempering, adapted for particular articlesFurnaces therefor for strips

Abstract

A process for the manufacture of propylene oxide ("PO") by catalytic oxidation of propylene with an oxidant wherein the catalytic oxidation is performed in an aqueous reaction medium, comprising water with less than 10% by volume of cosolvents, wherein a water-soluble manganese complex is used as oxidation catalyst, characterized in that the water-soluble manganese complex is a mononuclear species of the general formula (I): [LMnX3]Y (I) or a binuclear species of the general formula (II): [LMn( μ-X)3MnL]Y2 (II) wherein Mn is a manganese; L or each L independently is a polydentate ligand, each X independently is a coordinating species and each μ-X independently is a bridging coordinating species, whereas Y is an non-coordinating counterion, and wherein the catalytic oxidation is carried out at a pH in the range of from 1.5 to 6.0.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 301/12 - Synthesis of the oxirane ring by oxidation of unsaturated compounds, or of mixtures of unsaturated and saturated compounds with hydrogen peroxide or inorganic peroxides or peracids

Abstract

Disclosed are wax emulsion compositions for curing or sealing concrete and cement formulations, methods for preparing and processes for using the same. The modifiers are applicable to curing or sealing membranes, used in roadways, highways, parking lots and other freshly placed or poured concrete surfaces to retain moisture and achieve high compressive strengths. This invention also relates to materials used to coat, spray, brush, roll etc. on conventional Portland cement concrete mix designs or other applied concrete mixes in formed structural shapes and transport road mix designs, providing an effective layer that controls and minimizes moisture loss from the mix to enable proper curing and achievement of desired compressive strengths. The compositions of the invention further provide for concrete and cement formulations having lower water soluble chloride content.

IPC Classes  ?

• C04B 7/00 - Hydraulic cements
• C08L 91/06 - Waxes

Abstract

Accordingly, the invention relates to a process for the preparation of a glycidyl ester of a branched monocarboxylic acid by reacting an aliphatic monocarboxylic acid of the formula R1R2R3COOH, wherein R1, R2, and R3 each independently represent an alkyl radical of normal or branched structure containing from 1 to 20 carbon atoms and an epoxyalkyl halide containing from 3 to 13 carbon atoms in the presence of a catalyst, wherein a greater than stoichiometric amount of epoxyalkyl halide is reacted with the acid (e.g., preferably in the molar ratio of epoxyalkyl halide to acid that is in the range of from 1.02:1 to 1.50:1) to form an intermediate reaction product comprising a halohydrin, the epoxyalkyl halide is added to the acid with appropriate cooling of the reactants and/or the reaction mixture to keep the temperature of the reaction mixture below 80°C, whereupon the epoxyalkyl halide and the acid are reacted at a temperature below 80°C (preferably in the range of from 55 to 75°C) for a time sufficient to reduce the amount of acid to no more than 2 wt% but no less than 0.1 wt% calculated on the initial amount of acid, optionally removing any excess epoxyalkyl halide from the reaction product prior to the ring closure reaction, subjecting the reaction product to a ring closure reaction (DHC) and optionally to one or more after treatments (ADHC) for removal of any remaining halo functionality.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 303/16 - Compounds containing oxirane rings with hydrocarbon radicals, substituted by singly or doubly bound oxygen atoms by esterified hydroxyl radicals

Abstract

Disclosed herein are methods of making free flowing coated particles and low temperature including a step of curing the coating with UV light or electron beam. Each particle has a precured coating disposed upon a substrate. Methods of using the particles are also disclosed.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 5/16 - Layered products characterised by the non-homogeneity or physical structure of a layer characterised by features of a layer formed of particles, e.g. chips, chopped fibres, powder

Abstract

The invention relates to a process to prepare ambient curable waterborne polyurethane coatings by which the isocyanate and the polyols are mixed thoroughly before their emulsification in water, by low shear mixing at room temperature. The polyol resins composition suitable for the present invention are polyacrylate resins having a hydroxyl value of from 60 to 180 mg of KOH/g of solids, an acid value of from 10 to 30 mg of KOH/g of solids, and a calculated glass transition temperature of from -40°C to +65°C.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 18/62 - Polymers of compounds having carbon-to-carbon double bonds
• C09D 175/04 - Polyurethanes

Abstract

Disclosed is a toughened film forming agent for use in a fiber sizing, a finish coating or a binder composition, where the toughened film forming agent includes a film forming polymer and a toughening agent both dispersed in water. The toughening agent may be core shell polymers, rubber, thermoplastic materials, nanomaterials, nanofibers, including any combination or subset thereof. The film forming polymer may be epoxy resins, polyurethane resins, epoxy-polyurethane resins, polyester resins, epoxy-polyester resins, polyvinylacetate resins, polypropylene resins, including any combination or subset thereof.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 17/04 - Layered products essentially comprising sheet glass, or fibres of glass, slag or the like in the form of fibres or filaments bonded with or embedded in a plastic substance

Abstract

The invention provides a process for the preparation of an allyl aryl ether comprising the O-allylation of an aromatic hydroxyl containing compound with an allyl source in the presence of a catalyst, wherein the catalyst is a transition metal complex with a bidentate diphosphine ligand, and wherein the bidentate diphosphine ligand has 2 to 4 bridging atoms between the phosphorus atoms and wherein at least one of the bridging atoms is substituted. This invention further provides novel transition metal complexes that may be used in the above process. This invention further provides a process for the preparation of epoxy resins wherein as intermediate use is made of the allyl aryl ethers prepared by the process of the invention.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07C 41/09 - Preparation of ethers by dehydration of compounds containing hydroxy groups
• C07C 43/215 - Ethers having an ether-oxygen atom bound to a carbon atom of a six-membered aromatic ring having unsaturation outside the six-membered aromatic rings
• C07F 17/02 - Metallocenes of metals of Groups 8, 9 or 10 of the Periodic Table

Abstract

The invention provides a process for the preparation of an allyl aryl ether comprising the O-allylation of an aromatic hydroxyl containing compound with an allyl source in the presence of a catalyst, wherein the catalyst is a transition metal complex with a phosphine ligand, and wherein the phosphine ligand is either a monodentate phosphine P(X)3, wherein each X independently is a an aliphatic substituent having from 1 to 9 carbon atoms, a cycloaliphatic substituent having from 5 to 9 carbon atoms or aromatic substituent having from 6 to 9 carbon atoms, or wherein two substituents X together form a divalent alkylene group, with from 3 up to 6 carbon atoms, or a bidentate diphosphine X2P-R-PX2 wherein each X has the same meaning as defined for the monodentate phosphine, wherein the divalent alkylene group is attached to the same or different phosphorus atom(s), and R is a bridging group having at least 4 bridging atoms between the phosphorus atoms, wherein the O-allylation is carried out in the presence of an acid in an amount of at least 0.1 mol% calculated on the aromatic hydroxyl containing compound. This invention further provides a process for the preparation of epoxy resins wherein as intermediate use is made of the allyl aryl ethers prepared by the process of the invention.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07C 41/09 - Preparation of ethers by dehydration of compounds containing hydroxy groups
• C07C 43/215 - Ethers having an ether-oxygen atom bound to a carbon atom of a six-membered aromatic ring having unsaturation outside the six-membered aromatic rings
• C07F 17/02 - Metallocenes of metals of Groups 8, 9 or 10 of the Periodic Table

Abstract

Composite panels may be prepared using a moisture resistance additive having a formulation that includes a triglyceride having a saponification value of at least 150 and an iodine value of at least 35. The additive may be used in the form of a water emulsion. The water emulsion may be prepared by dispersing the components of the additive formulation under conditions sufficient to at least partially saponify the triglyceride. The moisture resistance additive can impart resistance to moisture absorption and thickness swelling to composite panels prepared therewith.

IPC Classes  ?

• B32B 23/04 - Layered products essentially comprising cellulosic plastic substances comprising such substance as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance
• B32B 23/06 - Layered products essentially comprising cellulosic plastic substances comprising such substance as the main or only constituent of a layer, next to another layer of a specific substance of paper or cardboard
• B32B 29/00 - Layered products essentially comprising paper or cardboard
• B05D 1/36 - Successively applying liquids or other fluent materials, e.g. without intermediate treatment
• B05D 7/00 - Processes, other than flocking, specially adapted for applying liquids or other fluent materials to particular surfaces or for applying particular liquids or other fluent materials

Abstract

Composite panels may be prepared using a moisture resistance additive having a formulation that includes a triglyceride having a saponification value of at least 150 and an iodine value of at least 35. The additive may be used in the form of a water emulsion. The water emulsion may be prepared by dispersing the components of the additive formulation under conditions sufficient to at least partially saponify the triglyceride. The moisture resistance additive can impart resistance to moisture absorption and thickness swelling to composite panels prepared therewith.

IPC Classes  ?

• C09J 191/00 - Adhesives based on oils, fats or waxesAdhesives based on derivatives thereof
• B29C 67/00 - Shaping techniques not covered by groups , or

Abstract

The invention provides a process for the preparation of an allyl alkyl ether comprising the allylation of an aliphatic hydroxyl containing compound with an allyl source in the presence of a catalyst, wherein the catalyst is a transition metal complex with a phosphine ligand, wherein the allylation is carried out in the presence of an acid in an amount of at least 0.1 mol% calculated on the aliphatic hydroxyl containing compound. This invention further provides a process for the preparation of epoxy resins wherein as intermediate use is made of the allyl alkyl ethers prepared by the process of the invention.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07C 41/09 - Preparation of ethers by dehydration of compounds containing hydroxy groups
• C07C 43/188 - Unsaturated ethers
• C07C 43/18 - Ethers having an ether-oxygen atom bound to a carbon atom of a ring other than a six-membered aromatic ring
• C07C 43/15 - Unsaturated ethers containing only non-aromatic carbon-to-carbon double bonds
• C07F 17/02 - Metallocenes of metals of Groups 8, 9 or 10 of the Periodic Table

Abstract

The present invention relates to powder coating compositions and to components and ingredients for incorporation therein, suitable for low temperature curing schedule and with excellent resistance to outside aging. The powder coating composition can be cured at a temperature from 140 °C to lead to a coating with excellent flow and high gloss.

IPC Classes  ?

• C08G 63/48 - Polyesters chemically modified by esterification by unsaturated higher fatty oils or their acidsPolyesters chemically modified by esterification by resin acids
• C09D 167/08 - Polyesters modified with higher fatty oils or their acids, or with natural resins or resin acids

Abstract

The invention relates to a process for the manufacture of epichlorohydrin ("ECH") by catalytic oxidation of allyl chloride ("AC") with an oxidant wherein the catalytic oxidation is performed in an aqueous reaction medium, wherein a water-soluble manganese complex is used as oxidation catalyst, followed by the isolation of epichlorohydrin.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 301/12 - Synthesis of the oxirane ring by oxidation of unsaturated compounds, or of mixtures of unsaturated and saturated compounds with hydrogen peroxide or inorganic peroxides or peracids

Abstract

The invention relates to a process for the manufacture of a 1, 2- epoxide by catalytic oxidation of a terminal olefin with hydrogen peroxide wherein the catalytic oxidation is performed in a biphasic system comprising an organic phase and an aqueous reaction medium, wherein a water-soluble manganese complex is used as oxidation catalyst, wherein a terminal olefin is used with a solubility at 20°C of at least 0,01 to 100 g in 1 liter water, and wherein the molar ratio of terminal olefin to hydrogen peroxide is in the range of from 1:0.1 to 1:2.

IPC Classes  ?

• C07D 301/12 - Synthesis of the oxirane ring by oxidation of unsaturated compounds, or of mixtures of unsaturated and saturated compounds with hydrogen peroxide or inorganic peroxides or peracids