Surface modification of elastomeric articles
US7566502B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 17, 2003 |
| Grant date | Jul 28, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2023 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T428/31667
- WIPO fieldMedical technology
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
The invention disclosed herein relates to improved elastomeric articles and processes for making the elastomeric articles. In particular, the invention relates to the surface modification of elastomeric articles such as industrial, surgical, and examination gloves that provides for improved consistency with respect to surface tack on a single article, between different articles from a single production batch, and between articles from separate production batches. The surface modification treatment comprises application of an aqueous mixture of silicone emulsion and ammonium salts of alkyl phosphates to the surfaces of elastomeric articles.
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