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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 7867956 | Urea-based lubricating grease composition A urea-based lubricating grease composition comprising (a) as a thickener, a diurea compound which is an alkyldiurea compound having an average molecular weight in the range of from 600 to 700, wherein in the range of from 25 to 60 mole % of the total alkyl groups i... | 01/11/2011 |
| 7318514 | Low-friction sliding member in transmission, and transmission oil therefor A low-friction sliding member in a transmission is at least one of sliding members which are in slidable contact with each other in presence of a transmission oil composition. The low-friction sliding member includes a base material having a sliding section. A hard ... | 01/15/2008 |
| 7241723 | Bearing cleaning composition and method of use A composition for cleaning bearings in rotating equipment and industrial machinery that contains powdered limestone having a high calcium content dispersed in a calcium sulfonate grease, together with a colorant that readily enables a user to differentiate between c... | 07/10/2007 |
| 7198822 | Method of applying silicone caulking compound A method of applying a silicone caulking compound. A first step involves applying a bead of silicone caulking compound to a seam or surface. A second step involves spraying a surfactant on the bead of silicone caulking compound. A third step involves wiping excess s... | 04/03/2007 |
| 7148188 | Bottlewash additive comprising an alkyl diphenylene oxide disulfonate An alkaline bottlewashing concentrate effective for removal of mold and for protecting polyethylene terephthalate containers including at least one cleaning/protecting surfactant which is a C4 to C20 alkyl diphenylene oxide disulfonate, an etho... | 12/12/2006 |
| 7134427 | Delivery of organomolybdenum via vapor phase from a lubricant source into a fuel combustion system A method and combustion system for reducing the formation of intake manifold deposits, such as including intake valve valves, and exhaust valve deposits in combustion engines by delivery of an organomolybdenum source from the vapor phase of an engine lubricant into ... | 11/14/2006 |
| 7014694 | Oil-based additive for corrosion inhibitors An oil-based corrosion inhibitor composition for use in lubricating and/or hydraulic oils includes an oil-soluble sulfonate salt, an imidazoline salt of a fatty acid or a poly acid, and a polymerized ester, with the corrosion inhibitor composition being diluted with... | 03/21/2006 |
| 6967189 | Buffered lubricant for conveyor system A method of lubricating a moving surface is herein described wherein the lubricant composition contains a fatty acid, a neutralization agent, a pH buffer, and a carrier. Also described are compositions in both concentrate and dilute form. The compositions may also c... | 11/22/2005 |
| 6734147 | 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... | 05/11/2004 |
| 6656886 | Lubricant for smoothing caulking joints and method of use A water-based, phosphate-free, non-toxic, and biodegradable lubricant used for smoothing and shaping a bead of caulking compound sealant, and a method for its use, which can be easily removed from the caulking compound sealant bead after it is allowed to ... | 12/02/2003 |
| 6573222 | Lubricating layer in photographic elements The present invention is an imaging element which includes a support, at least one imaging layer superposed on the support and a protective topcoat superposed farthest from the support. The topcoat includes a binder and lubricant droplets. The lubricant d... | 06/03/2003 |
| 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 |
| 5900392 | Aqueous belt lubricant composition based on fatty alkyl propylene tettramines and fatty alcohol polyglycol ethers and method for lubricating belt conveyor systems An aqueous belt lubricant composition comprising water and from 1.0 to 10 wt % of at least a fatty alkyl propylene tetramine, from 1.0 to 10 wt % of at least a fatty alcohol polygylcol ether, all percentages are based on the total weight of the aqueous be... | 05/04/1999 |
| 5877130 | Machining oil composition A machining oil composition comprises at least two ingredients, that is a lubricating base oil and a salt selected from sulfonates of alkali metals and the like. The composition may further comprise a metal composition selected from thiophosphates and the... | 03/02/1999 |
| 5840662 | Lubricating oils of improved friction durability The frictional durability of lubricating oils, including power transmitting fluids and in particular automatic transmission fluids, are improved by incorporating a combination of low potency friction modifiers, ashless and/or metal-containing antioxidants... | 11/24/1998 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 5576272 | Grease composition for construction equipments A grease composition for construction equipment comprises a lubricating grease, a) 1 to 5% by weight of phosphate glass and b) 1 to 5% by weight of a sulfur-phosphorus extreme-pressure additive; as well as c) 0.5 to 3% by weight of an aromatic sulfonic ac... | 11/19/1996 |
| 5282992 | Lubricating metal cleaner additive An additive for a single stage aqueous alkaline cleaning composition for metal surfaces which imparts improved lubricity to the metal surfaces being treated. The additive is a fatty amine, preferably an ethoxylated fatty diamine.... | 02/01/1994 |
| 5223162 | Washing composition for inhibiting stress cracking in poly(alkylene terephthalate) articles and methods of use therefor Stress cracking in poly(alkylene terephthalate) or polycarbonate articles of manufacture is inhibited by applying to the article a hydrophilic-substituted aromatic hydrocarbon having either an alkyl or aryl side chain, such as, e.g., a sodium sulfonate. P... | 06/29/1993 |
| 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 |
| 5141659 | Lubricating agent for use in warm and hot forging A lubricating composition possessing properties highly suitable for warm and hot forging has an ultrahigh molecular polyethylene powder possessing a molecular weight of not less than 1,000,000 dispersed and contained in a medium of water or oil; has an ul... | 08/25/1992 |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 5011617 | Complex tolylene polurea grease composition and process Disclosed is complex tolylene polyurea-thickened grease containing less than 7 parts per million 2,4-diaminotoluene and a process for making said grease comprising reacting an isocyanate, a polyamine and monoamine with a major portion of a lubricating oil... | 04/30/1991 |
| 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 |
| 4992187 | Composition for cleaning an internal combustion engine A formulated composition is disclosed which is designed to clean baked-on, carbonized sludges and varnish deposits from the upper cylinder surfaces of automobile, motorcycle and truck engines. The product is comprised of a mutually synergistic solution of... | 02/12/1991 |
| 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 |
| 4978466 | Non-combustible lubricating fluid The present invention relates to non-combustible lubricating materials. A non-combustible lubricating fluid is proposed, containing polyacrylamide, water, as well as triethanolamine and sodium nitrite, the ratio of the components being as follows, in % by mass... | 12/18/1990 |
| 4929371 | 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... | 05/29/1990 |
| 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 |
| 4904399 | Process for preventing grease fires in steel mills and other metal processing mills A process is provided for preventing grease fires, which is particularly useful in steel mills and process mills. In the process, when a flame is ignited and approaches a special grease, the special grease emits carbon dioxide to extinguish the flame and ... | 02/27/1990 |
| 4808324 | Lubricant system for sheet and section rolling mills Lubricant system for sheet and section rolling mills, containing a solid lubricant, an adhesive component and/or a thickening agent, and also water as a carrier medium. The lubricant system is sprayed onto the working cylinder in the roll stand as a suspe... | 02/28/1989 |
| 4604220 | Alpha olefin sulfonates as conveyor lubricants A conveyor cleaner-lubricant concentrate is derived from a concentrate of C12 to C18 alpha olefin sulfonate, and water or a water-soluble solvent. The sulfonate concentrate can be directly diluted with water to form a cleaner-lubrica... | 08/05/1986 |
| 4584116 | Lubricant compositions containing calcium and barium fluorides A lubricant composition comprising a lubricating oil having dispersed therein particles of lithium fluoride, calcium fluoride, and barium fluoride, or mixtures thereof.... | 04/22/1986 |
| 4305831 | Lubricant compositions Lubricant compositions adapted for use under extreme pressure conditions comprising a major proportion of a lubricating grease, and a minor proportion of an additive consisting essentially of a solid, oil insoluble arylene sulfide polymer, and a metal sal... | 12/15/1981 |
| 4298482 | Low temperature process of preparing Mg(OH)2 suspensions This invention relates to a process of preparing stable suspensions of Mg(OH)2 which comprises blending Mg(OH)2 powder with acid in a surfactant-containing fluid to effect particle size reduction of the starting Mg(OH)2 po... | 11/03/1981 |
| 4119547 | High temperature lubricant composition A high temperature lubricant composition formulated of a discontinuous aqueous phase in a continuous phase of lubricant.... | 10/10/1978 |
| 4065395 | Aryl diurea-thickened greases A grease composition having improved yield, dropping point, and functional life when used in an antifriction bearing at elevated temperatures comprising a base oil of lubricating viscosity thickened with a specially-defined aryl diurea obtained as the res... | 12/27/1977 |