Abstract:
A polysaccharide-based composition, characterized by comprising or essentially consisting of:at least a first component a) excluding galactane constituted by a substituted .beta.-1,4-linked glycan which is dissolvable in water of a certain temperature and which has a molecular weight (Mw) of .gtoreq.5.multidot.10.sup.4 Daltons, preferably.gtoreq.10.sup.5 Daltons, particularly .gtoreq.10.sup.6 Daltons, andat least a second component b), also excluding galactans, constituted by a substituted .beta.-1,4-linked glycan which is more difficult to dissolve than said first component at said temperature, or is agar or a carrageenan;the use of the composiiton above as a:a) means for reducing friction,b) means for facilitating removal of undesired contamination from surfaces, such as graffiti, scrawl, soot etc.,c) means for preserving moisture,d) protective surface coverage,e) packaging material,f) slow release matrix or coating for drugs;a body in solid phase having a surface intended for contact with a liquid and for relative movement between surface and liquid, said surface being coated with a solid film essentially consisting of such a composition; anda method for the removal of undesired contamination on a surface.
Abstract:
A masking solution to settle dust and safeguard against overspraying in the area of a vehicle not to be painted, predominately an aqueous solution containing a carrier (e.g. glycerol), a surfactant and Xanthan gum.
Abstract:
An undercoating for the vacuum deposition of material thereover that can be removed from a substrate by washing with water for one minute or less comprising a water soluble film-forming polymer, a solubility accelerator and a solid particulate material that provides a rough surface topology to the undercoating when dried.
Abstract:
A plumbing fixture having a multi-color appearance includes a first portion including a first finish having a first appearance and a second portion including a second portion having a second appearance that differs from the first appearance. The plumbing fixture further includes a transition region between the first portion and the second portion, wherein the appearance of the third region is graduated from the first appearance to the second appearance between a first end of the transition region adjacent the first portion and a second end of the transition region adjacent the second portion. The plumbing fixture has an ombré appearance as a result of the graduated transition between the first portion and the second portion.
Abstract:
This invention provides a masking material that can be used to protect an underling surface (e.g. an automobile surface) during an overcoating (e.g. painting) operation. The masking material in one embodiment includes a thickener and a pH control agent and water. The masking material can be applied to a surface that is to be protected from paint overspray or other coating processes, allowed to dry, and the surface then coated (e.g. with paint). After drying of the paint, or other coating, the masking material can removed by water washing.
Abstract:
A method of manufacturing a scratch resistant, touch sensor comprising: (1) applying a non-polymer protective coating solution to a touch sensor; and (2) forming a cross-linked polymer structure by curing the protective coating solution.
Abstract:
Disclosed are methods and apparatus for masking of substrates for deposition, and subsequent lifting of the mask with deposited material. Masking materials are utilized that can be used in high temperatures and vacuum environment. The masking material has minimal outgassing once inside a vacuum chamber and withstand the temperatures during deposition process. The mask is inkjeted over the wafers and, after deposition, removed using agitation, such as ultrasonic agitation, or using laser burn off.
Abstract:
A protective coating including a crosslinked polyester that is removable with a basic composition, as well as coated articles, methods of preparing a protective coating, and methods of using a protective coating.
Abstract:
Disclosed are methods and apparatus for masking of substrates for deposition, and subsequent lifting of the mask with deposited material. Masking materials are utilized that can be used in high temperatures and vacuum environment. The masking material has minimal outgassing once inside a vacuum chamber and withstand the temperatures during deposition process. The mask is inkjeted over the wafers and, after deposition, removed using agitation, such as ultrasonic agitation, or using laser burn off.