The present invention includes processes and methods of preparing the hybrid polymer latex for coating composition that can be used for traffic markings, transportation and signages. The process may comprise preparing an initial monomer mix pre-emulsion of unsaturated organic compounds, preparing an initial inorganic dispersion feed comprising modified inorganic component, preparing an initiator solution, and adding at least 2 parts per 100 parts polymer by weight of polyfunctional amines to result in final hybrid polymer latex. The coating composition obtained by the disclosed process provides superior qualities of moisture proofing, water repellence and early rain resistance to enhance durability of the product.

The present invention includes processes and methods of preparing the hybrid polymer latex for coating composition that can be used for traffic markings, transportation and signages. The process may comprise preparing an initial monomer mix pre-emulsion of unsaturated organic compounds, preparing an initial inorganic dispersion feed comprising modified inorganic component, preparing an initiator solution, and adding at least 2 parts per 100 parts polymer by weight of polyfunctional amines to result in final hybrid polymer latex. The coating composition obtained by the disclosed process provides superior qualities of moisture proofing, water repellence and early rain resistance to enhance durability of the product.

Disclosed is a hybrid polymer latex, a coating composition that can be used for traffic markings, transportation and signages. The coating composition includes polymerization products of organic monomers and a nanoparticulate dispersion of inorganic components, which are associated through covalent or coordinate bonds with the polymer such that there is homogenous integration and association of the modified inorganic component with the organic fraction in the polymer latex which increases abrasion properties of the coating composition. Additionally, the composition discloses additives in the form of polyfunctional amines which provide superior qualities of moisture proofing, water repellence and early rain resistance to enhance durability of the product. The present invention also includes processes and methods of preparing the hybrid polymer latex for coating composition.

Disclosed is a hybrid polymer latex, a coating composition that can be used for traffic markings, transportation and signages. The coating composition includes polymerization products of organic monomers and a nanoparticulate dispersion of inorganic components, which are associated through covalent or coordinate bonds with the polymer such that there is homogenous integration and association of the modified inorganic component with the organic fraction in the polymer latex which increases abrasion properties of the coating composition. Additionally, the composition discloses additives in the form of polyfunctional amines which provide superior qualities of moisture proofing, water repellence and early rain resistance to enhance durability of the product. The present invention also includes processes and methods of preparing the hybrid polymer latex for coating composition.

An object, of the present invention is to provide a new liquid-repellent coating film. This object can be achieved by a coating film that has a fluorine content of less than 1 wt %, a water contact angle (droplet: 2 L) of 115 or more, and a water contact angle of 300 or more after surface friction with a PET film (under a load of 100 gf/cm.sup.2; 1500 reciprocations); and that satisfies at least one of the following regarding surface roughness indices: (a) an average surface roughness Ra of 1.6 m or more; and (b) a Wenzel roughness factor of 1.2 or more.

The disclosure relates to a process to provide a substrate having improved anti-soiling properties. The disclosure also relates to an anti-soiling coating composition, and to a process of making an anti-soiling coating composition. Use of the coating composition to improve anti-soiling properties of a substrate.

The disclosure relates to a process to provide a substrate having improved anti-soiling properties. The disclosure also relates to an anti-soiling coating composition, and to a process of making an anti-soiling coating composition. Use of the coating composition to improve anti-soiling properties of a substrate.

A coated substrate comprising a coating layer with inorganic oxide and pores, the coating layer demonstrates improved anti-soiling properties. The coated substrate may for example be used in solar modules. Further a coating formulation and use of the coating formulation are disclosed.

Glass flakes according to the present invention include: glass flake substrates; and a coating covering at least a portion of a surface of each of the glass flake substrates and composed of a binder. The binder includes a bismaleimide compound, a resin, and a silane coupling agent as essential components and includes a peroxide as an optional component. The proportion of the peroxide in the binder is 8 mass % or less.

Glass flakes according to the present invention include: glass flake substrates; and a coating covering at least a portion of a surface of each of the glass flake substrates and composed of a binder. The binder includes a bismaleimide compound, a resin, and a silane coupling agent as essential components and includes a peroxide as an optional component. The proportion of the peroxide in the binder is 8 mass % or less.