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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7414012 | Aqueous lubricant for plastic working of metallic material and method for forming lubricant film A waterborne lubricant, useful in the plastic working of metals, which imparts a lubricating behavior to the surface of metals in the absence of a conversion coating contains (A) water-soluble inorganic salt and (B) wax, wherein these components are dissolved or dis... | 08/19/2008 |
| 7358216 | Lubricant compositions and methods A process is disclosed for manufacturing a lubricant composition comprising combining a superabsorbent polymer with a material for decreasing friction between moving surfaces. The superabsorbent polymer absorbs from about 25 to greater than 100 times its weight in w... | 04/15/2008 |
| 7244696 | Anti-seize composition in solid form An anti-seize composition which is non-flowable and dimensionally stable at temperatures greater than about 120° F. and dispensable at room temperature without the application of heat is provided. The composition includes a solid anti-seize lubricant, such as of me... | 07/17/2007 |
| 7150169 | Lubricant-supplying apparatus for dry-lubricated aluminum-clad wire drawing, and method of supplying lubricants The present invention is to provide a lubricant-supplying apparatus for dry-wire drawing, and a method of supplying the same, which effectively prevents a lubricant tunnel phenomenon, thus allowing an easy supply of the lubricants during high-speed dry-wire drawing,... | 12/19/2006 |
| 7091161 | Non-metallic thread sealant and anti-seize compound having improved anti-galling properties for metal alloys An anti-seize compound is disclosed for use on surfaces of threaded connections made of speciality alloys such as high nickel or chrome ferrous alloys or other speciality alloys prone to galling under high stress conditions. The compound using a metal fluoride as th... | 08/15/2006 |
| 6855676 | Lubricant for conveyor system A method of lubricating conveyor tracks or belts is herein described wherein the lubricant composition contains a polyalkylene glycol polymer and a fatty acid; also described are methods of manufacture of such lubricant compositions in both concentrate and diluted f... | 02/15/2005 |
| 6649573 | Solid lubricant and composition A solid lubricant and composition useful for lubricating the flanges of locomotive wheels, railcar wheels, rail track and in applications where it is desirable to reduce friction when metal contacts metal. The solid lubricant having from about twenty-five... | 11/18/2003 |
| 6573224 | Two-cycle engine lubricant composition comprising an ester copolymer and a diester Improved performance of two-cycle and four-cycle engines is achieved by adding to the oil or fuel of such engines a composition that contains a copolymer of an alpha-olefin and a dialkyl fumarate or maleate and/or a synthetic diester compound that has abo... | 06/03/2003 |
| 6548455 | Chain lubricant for conveyor and transport systems The invention relates to a chain lubricant for conveyor and transport systems which is comprised of water, surfactants, disinfecting agents as well as conventional auxiliary agents and additives. According to the invention, an anionic surfactant is used a... | 04/15/2003 |
| 6448207 | Metal working fluid A metal working fluid, having excellent properties, contains a metal stearate, a carbonate, a hydrogencarbonate, and a surfactant. The metal working fluid may further contain ethyleneglycol and a rust inhibitor.... | 09/10/2002 |
| 6194357 | Waterborne lubricant for the cold plastic working of metals Waterborne lubricants comprising: (A) water-soluble inorganic salt; (B) homogeneously dispersed solid lubricant; (C) at least one homogeneously emulsified substance selected from mineral oils, animal and plant oils and fats, and synthetic oils; (D) surfac... | 02/27/2001 |
| 6083887 | Method for mechanical working The present invention relates to a method for mechanical working of metal and other solid materials with a cooling and lubricating composition containing a major portion of carbon dioxide and a minor portion of a polar lubricant containing at least one po... | 07/04/2000 |
| 5817711 | Aqueous working liquid composition for wire saw An aqueous working liquid composition for a wire saw comprising the following components (A) to (E): (A) 10 to 60% by weight of at least one selected from the group consisting of polyglycol ethers represented by the following formulae (I) and (II): #... | 10/06/1998 |
| 5801129 | Process and device for applying a lubricant carrier layer to a wire material to be formed in a drawing process The invention concerns a method and device for applying a lubricant-carrier layer to the surface of a material which is to be cold-formed, in particular wire material (1) which is subsequently to be cold-drawn, the carrier layer being such that a lubrican... | 09/01/1998 |
| 5776866 | Parting agent for die-casting A parting agent capable of being applied to a die with split die members closed, and preventing the production of defective castings and the occurrence of heat shock as well as the precipitation of a solid lubricant. The parting agent is composed of a mix... | 07/07/1998 |
| 5534169 | Methods for reducing friction between relatively slideable components using metal carboxylates A method and compositions for reducing friction between relatively slideable components is described comprising applying to a slideably engaging surface of the slideable components a lubricating amount of at least one Newtonian, or non-Newtonian, metal ov... | 07/09/1996 |
| 5441652 | Process for the production of a lubricating oil additive concentrate A process for the production of a lubricating oil additive concentrate having a TBN greater than 300 which process comprises reacting component (A) a defined derivative of phenol component (B) an alkaline earth metal base added either in a single addition of i... | 08/15/1995 |
| 5307660 | New water based lubricant composition for cold impact extrusion of spark plug bodies or other metal parts and process A new water based lubricant composition for cold impact extrusion of spark plug bodies or the like, said composition being free of lower molecular weight flammable aliphatic and alicyclic compounds and comprising: an alkaline soluble thermoplastic acrylic... | 05/03/1994 |
| 5308514 | Sulfonate greases High performance overbased calcium sulfonate greases comprising up to about 28% by weight overbased calcium sulfonate, solid particles of colloidally dispersed calcium carbonate essentially in the form of calcite, a calcium soap of a fatty acid of twelve ... | 05/03/1994 |
| 5277831 | Method for low pressure die casting with low pressure die casting powdery mold releasing agent A low pressure die casting powdery mold releasing agent according to this invention consists of a granulated or powdery mixture of a lubricant, an organic polymer and a metal soap; wherein the lubricant is coated with the organic polymer or the metal soap... | 01/11/1994 |
| 5244587 | Forging lubricant and a method for forming a lubricant coat on the surface of a linear material A lubricant to be sprayed onto the surface of a steel material for forming a lubricant coat on the surface of the steel material to be forged. The lubricant comprises a particulate lubricant composed of thermally melting resin mixed with inorganic lubrica... | 09/14/1993 |
| 5223161 | Extreme pressure and wear resistant grease with synergistic sulfate and carboxylate additive system A high performance lubricating grease effectively lubricates and greases front-wheel drive joints. The lubricating grease has excellent extreme pressure properties and antiwear qualities and is economical, effective, and safe. In one preferred form, the l... | 06/29/1993 |
| 5200098 | Cerium-containing lubricating compositions A process for upgrading technical low grade cerium/fluorine-containing residues having concentrations of silicon and iron above about 1.0 weight percent produces compositions wherein the combined silicon and iron content is less than about 1.0 weight perc... | 04/06/1993 |
| 5173204 | Solid lubricant with high and positive friction characteristic This invention pertains to a novel lubricant composition which possess high and positive friction characteristics. A high, positive friction lubricant composition comprising: (a) at least 20% by weight of a polymer media; (b) at least 5% by weight of a so... | 12/22/1992 |
| 5158694 | Railroad grease A high performance, environmentally compatible railroad grease effectively lubricates railroad tracks and wheels of railway cars in compliance with environmental rules and regulations. Advantageously, the novel railroad grease is safe for plant life and a... | 10/27/1992 |
| 5154839 | Powder lubricant for plunger device The powder lubricant for plunger device of this invention is a mixture of a powdered or granulated lubricant base material used for a lubricant in a solid form, with an organic compound giving an adhesion ability to the lubricant base material. The most o... | 10/13/1992 |
| 5149451 | Water soluble salt precoats for wire drawing Compositions for coating steel wire to facilitate the cold drawing thereof comprising: A. from about 50 to about 99.9% by weight of K2 SO4 ; B. from about 0 to about 49.99% by weight of K2 B4 O7 and/or KBO... | 09/22/1992 |
| 5126062 | Calcium sulfonate grease and method of manufacture An overbased calcium sulfonate grease comprising neutral oil, calcium sulfonate, calcium carbonate, dodecyl benzyl sulfonic acid, isopropyl alcohol, water, calcium hydroxide, 12-hydroxy stearic acid, phosphoric acid and an antioxidant.... | 06/30/1992 |
| 5102565 | Calcium soap thickened steel mill grease A high performance lubricating grease effectively lubricates and protects caster rollers and bearings in steel mills and other metal processing mills. The high performance grease has excellent extreme pressure and antiwear qualities and is economical, non... | 04/07/1992 |
| 5096605 | Aluminum soap thickened steel mill grease A high performance lubricating grease effectively lubricates and protects caster rollers and bearings in steel mills and other metal processing mills. The high performance grease has excellent extreme pressure and antiwear qualities and is economical, non... | 03/17/1992 |
| 5061389 | Water surface enhancer and lubricant for formed metal surfaces A composition and process for reducing the coefficient of friction on the surface of formed metal structures, such as aluminum cans, by lubricating the surface with a blend of a polyethylene glycol ester with a fluoride compound.... | 10/29/1991 |
| 5021174 | Compounds useful as detergent additives for lubricants and lubricating compositions The alkali-metal and alkaline-earth-metal salts are disclosed of a monoester of a bicarboxy acid having the formula: ##STR1## wherein R is alkyl, R1 is either hydrogen or alkyl, R2 is alkyl and A is nothing or alkylene, and the ... | 06/04/1991 |
| 5015401 | Bearings grease for rock bit bearings A heavy duty lubricating grease as shown which includes a multi-purpose heavy duty hydrocarbonaceous lubricant thickened by an alkaline soap to form a lubricating grease, molybdenum disulfide and powdered calcium fluoride. The heavy duty grease can be use... | 05/14/1991 |
| 5000862 | Process for protecting bearings in steel mills and other metal processing mills A process is provided for lubricating and protecting bearings in steel and process mills. In the process, metal is processed in the mill and conveyed on caster rollers. The caster rollers are lubricated with a special grease which enhances the longevity o... | 03/19/1991 |
| 4986923 | Front-wheel drive grease with synergistic sulfate and carbonate additive system A high performance sulfated lubricating grease effectively lubricates front-wheel drive joints as well as other equipment. The lubricating grease has excellent extreme pressure properties and antiwear qualities and is economical, effective, and safe. In o... | 01/22/1991 |
| 4909951 | Lubricating compositions Additives comprising an adduct of a calcium salt of a thiocarbonic acid and calcium hydroxide are useful in lubricants to enhance both the extreme pressure/anti-wear and anti-oxidation capabilities thereof. The lubricants are preferably oils of lubricatin... | 03/20/1990 |
| 4908142 | Extreme pressure lubricating compositions and method of using same Additives containing a salt or complex of trithiocarbonic acid are useful in lubricants to enhance the extreme pressure/anti-wear and anti-oxidation capabilities thereof. The lubricants are preferably oils of lubricating viscosity, which may be thickened ... | 03/13/1990 |
| 4487658 | Aqueous neutralizing and lubricating composition for diesel engines Aqueous-base compositions are disclosed for the lubrication of the piston and the cylinder liner of Diesel engines, particularly large engines, said compositions essentially comprising one or more water soluble anti-acid neutralizers, a water soluble orga... | 12/11/1984 |
| 4486319 | Microporous ionomer polymer lubricating composition A microporous lubricating composition is disclosed that includes an ionomer polymer and a liquid lubricant. The ionomer polymer can be combined with other polymers and the composition can include various additives to modify the performance and properties ... | 12/04/1984 |
| 4297227 | Method for continuous grease manufacture A continuous process for manufacture of soap thickened grease compositions where a saponifiable material and a metal base are continuously introduced at an elevated temperature into a saponification zone maintained at superatmospheric pressure and saponif... | 10/27/1981 |
