DOCUMENT CAPTURE WITH IMAGING-BASED BAR CODE READERS

A method includes (1) obtaining a captured image of a document physically placed on a background having specifically designed patterns; (2) storing into a memory the captured image that includes an image of the document and an image of the background surrounding the document; and (3) analyzing the captured image to search for a boundary of the document in the captured image, where step of analyzing includes distinguishing the image of the background from the image of the document. 1. A method comprising:obtaining a captured image of a document physically placed on a background having specifically designed patterns, the captured image being obtained with an imaging arrangement that comprises an imaging sensor having an array of photosensitive elements, a lens system operative to focus light reflected from the document onto the array of photosensitive elements in the imaging sensor, and wherein the specifically designed patterns of the background is distinguishable from any pattern found on the document;storing into a memory the captured image obtained by the imaging sensor, the captured image including an image of the document and an image of the background surrounding the document; andanalyzing the captured image to search for a boundary of the document in the captured image, wherein said analyzing includes distinguishing the image of the background from the image of the document.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the imaging arrangement is a barcode reading arrangement including a decoder for decoding an image of a barcode on the document.3. The method of claim 1 , wherein the background is tiled with one or more predetermined sub-patterns.4. The method of claim 1 , wherein the background is tiled with a sub-pattern having a square shape.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein the background is tiled with a sub-pattern having a rectangular shape.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein the specifically designed patterns on the background includes periodically positioned ...

METHOD AND APPARATUS FOR ENHANCED DOCUMENT CAPTURE

A system and method for processing an image of a document is disclosed. The method includes receiving at least one predetermined document parameter of the document. An image of the document is previewed on a display using a camera. The display provides a visual indication of a defect in the image based on the preview. A processor proposes a procedure to minimize the defect in the image. A user adjusts the camera in response to the proposal. The processor processes the image of the document. 1. A method for processing an image of a document , the method comprising:receiving at least one predetermined document parameter of the document;previewing an image of the document on a display using a camera;providing a visual indication of a defect in the image based on the preview;proposing a procedure to minimize the defect in the image;adjusting the camera in response to the proposal; andprocessing the image of the document.2. The method of claim 1 , wherein the procedure is chosen from the group comprising tilting the camera claim 1 , translating the camera claim 1 , refocusing the camera claim 1 , rotating the camera claim 1 , changing the distance between the camera and the document claim 1 , adjusting an illumination claim 1 , adjusting a contrast of the camera claim 1 , adjusting an exposure of the camera claim 1 , and removing a visible obstruction from a field of view of the camera.3. The method of wherein the defect is chosen from the group comprising image skew claim 1 , image out-of-focus claim 1 , image translated claim 1 , image rotated claim 1 , image obstructed claim 1 , image improperly illuminated claim 1 , and bounding box misaligned.4. The method of claim 1 , further comprising capturing the image of the document.5. The method of claim 1 , wherein processing the image comprises performing optical character recognition on the image.6. The method of claim 1 , wherein processing the image comprises decoding a barcode present in the image.7. The method of ...

APPARATUS FOR AND METHOD OF ELECTRO-OPTICALLY READING DIRECT PART MARKING INDICIA BY IMAGE CAPTURE

An apparatus and method electro-optically read indicia, such as a direct part marking (DPM) code, that is raised or sunken relative to a target surface on a target. A solid-state, distance imaging sensor captures a target image comprised of a first set of pixels having first distance values that correspond to a first distance of the code from the sensor, and a second set of pixels having second distance values that correspond to a second distance of the target surface from the sensor. A controller reads the indicia by distinguishing between the first set of pixels and the second set of pixels within the image, by determining abrupt changes in the distance values among neighboring pixels. 1. An apparatus for electro-optically reading indicia on a target having a target surface , the indicia having elements located at a different elevation than the target surface , the apparatus comprising:a housing;a solid-state, distance imaging sensor supported by the housing and having an array of light-detecting photocells looking at a field of view that extends to the target, the distance imaging sensor including a light emitter that emits light to the target for return therefrom, and operative for capturing a target image comprised of a first set of pixels having first distance values that correspond to a first distance of the elements from the sensor, and a second set of pixels having second distance values that correspond to a second distance of the target surface from the sensor, wherein each pixel has a distance value and a light intensity value, with the distance value of each pixel determined by the delay time between the instant when light is emitted by the light emitter and the instant when return light is detected by one of the light-detecting photocells; anda controller operatively connected to the sensor and operative for reading the indicia by distinguishing between the first set of pixels and the second set of pixels within the image.2. The apparatus of claim 1 , ...

VOC AND ODOR REDUCING BUILDING PANELS

Described herein is a building panel comprising a substrate and an odor and VOC reducing coating applied to the substrate, the coating comprising a blend of a first component comprising ethylene urea; a second component comprising silica; and a rheology modifier. 1. A method of forming a VOC and odor-reducing building panel comprisingproviding a substrate; ethylene urea;', 'silica gel; and', 'carrier comprising water;, 'applying a wet-state coating to a major surface of the substrate, the wet-state coating comprisingdrying the wet-state coating, thereby evaporating at least 95 wt. % of the carrier to form a dry-state coating.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the wet-state coating is applied to a major surface of the substrate in an amount ranging from about 100 g/mto about 1000 g/m.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the dry-state coating is present on the substrate in an amount ranging from about 50 g/mto about 400 g/m.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the wet-state coating further comprises a rheology modifier selected from silicate mineral claim 1 , alkali-swellable compounds claim 1 , and combinations thereof.5. The method according to claim 4 , wherein the rheology modifier is present in an amount ranging from about 0.5 wt. % to about 55 wt. % based on the total weight of the dry-state coating.6. The method according to wherein the water is present in an amount ranging from about 25 wt. % to about 75 wt. % based on the total weight of the wet-state coating.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the wet-state coating has a viscosity ranging from about 200 cps to about 4 claim 1 ,000 cps as measured on a Brookfield viscometer at 10 RPM at room temperature.8. A VOC and odor-reducing coating composition comprising:ethylene urea;silica gel; andwater.9. The building panel according to claim 8 , wherein the wet-state coating further comprises a rheology modifier selected from silicate mineral claim 8 , alkali-swellable compounds ...

High performance coatings for building panels

The present invention is directed to dirt and anti-microbial resistant articles that include a substrate, a powder coating applied to the substrate, the powder coating may comprise a cross-linked polymeric binder. The powder coating may comprise a blend of metal borate and a sulfur-containing benzimidazole compound, wherein the metal borate and sulfur-containing benzimidazole compound are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 75:1 to about 10:1. The powder coating may comprise fluorosurfactant and a fluorosurfactant may be applied to the powder coating in an amount ranging from about 0.01 g/m 2 to about 4 g/m 2 . The powder coating may be formed using a liquid-based fluorosurfactant.

HIGH SOLIDS COLOR FACE AND EDGE COATINGS FOR BUILDING PANELS

Described herein is a coated building panel having a body and a surface coating atop the body, the surface coating comprising inorganic pigment and a polymeric dispersant comprising a polymer backbone and pendant side chains extending from the polymer backbone; wherein the surface coating comprises a liquid carrier in an amount less than about 1 wt. % based on the total weight of the surface coating. 1. A coated building panel comprising:a body comprising an upper surface opposite a lower surface and a side surface extending between the upper surface and the lower surface; inorganic pigment; and', 'a polymeric dispersant comprising a polymer backbone and pendant side chains extending from the polymer backbone;, 'a surface coating atop the upper surface, the surface coating comprisingwherein the surface coating comprises a liquid carrier in an amount less than about 1 wt. % based on the total weight of the surface coating.2. The coated building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the polymeric dispersant comprises ionic moieties.3. The coated building panel according to claim 2 , wherein the ionic moieties are located on the pendant side chains.4. The coated building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the polymeric dispersant has a molecular weight of at least 1 claim 1 ,000 Mn.5. The coated building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the polymeric dispersant is present in an amount ranging from about 0.05 wt. % to about 2.0 wt. % based on the total weight of the surface coating.6. The coated building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the inorganic pigment has a particle size ranging from about 15 nm to about 1 claim 1 ,000 μm.7. (canceled)8. The coated building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the surface coating is present in an amount ranging from about 10 g/mto about 132 g/m.9. The coated building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the surface coating is substantially continuous.10. The coated building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the ...

ANTIMICROBIAL AND ANTIVIRAL BUILDING PANELS

Described herein is a building panel comprising: a substrate, and a coating applied to the substrate, the coating comprising a blend of an antimicrobial composition, a binder, and a pigment, wherein the antimicrobial composition consists essentially of zinc borate. 1. A building panel comprising:a substrate; and an antimicrobial composition;', 'a binder; and', 'a pigment;, 'a coating applied to the substrate, the coating comprising a blend ofwherein the antimicrobial composition consists essentially of zinc borate.2. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the antimicrobial composition consists of zinc borate.3. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the coating further comprises a hydrophobic agent claim 1 , and wherein the hydrophobic agent is selected from a silicon emulsion claim 1 , a blend of paraffin wax and polyethylene claim 1 , and combinations thereof.4. (canceled)5. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the antimicrobial composition is present in an amount ranging from about 1 wt. % to about 20 wt. % based on the total weight of the coating.6. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the coating is present on the substrate in an amount ranging from about 50 g/mto about 400 g/m.7. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein pigment is present in an amount ranging from about 40 wt. % to about 80 wt. % based on the total weight of the coating.8. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the substrate is a porous structure and the building panel is an acoustical ceiling panel.9. The building panel according to claim 8 , wherein the porous structure comprises a fibrous material.10. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the antimicrobial composition is free of biocides other than zinc borate.11. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the antimicrobial composition is free of triazole compounds.12. (canceled)13. A ceiling system comprising:a support frame; and{'claim-ref': {'@idref': ...

COMPOSITION SUITABLE FOR MULTIFUNCTIONAL PRINTING AND RECORDING SHEET CONTAINING SAME

A paper sizing or coating composition is provided, which includes: a first binder resin, which is compatible with dry toner binder resin; a second binder resin, which is compatible with liquid toner binder resin, and which is different from the first binder resin; a first pigment, which has a BET surface area of from greater than zero to about 35 m/g; and a second pigment, which has a BET surface area of about 35 m/g or greater, and which is different from the first pigment. Recording sheets which include the composition, methods of making the composition and recording sheets, and methods for making an image are provided. 1. A sizing or coating composition , comprising:a first binder resin, which is compatible with dry toner binder resin;a second binder resin, which is compatible with liquid toner binder resin, and which is different from the first binder resin;{'sup': '2', 'a first pigment, which has a BET surface area of from greater than zero to about 35 m/g; and'}{'sup': '2', 'a second pigment, which has a BET surface area of about 35 m/g or greater, and which is different from the first pigment.'}2. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the first binder resin comprises one or more of a styrene-acrylic acid copolymer claim 1 , styrene-butadiene acrylonitrile copolymer claim 1 , styrene actylate latex claim 1 , epoxy claim 1 , polyvinyl chloride claim 1 , polyvinyl acetate claim 1 , vinyl acetate acrylate copolymer claim 1 , or a mixture thereof.3. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the second binder resin comprises one or more of a polyethylene acrylic acid copolymer claim 1 , polyethylene methacrylic acid copolymer claim 1 , polyethylene imine claim 1 , or a mixture thereof.4. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the first pigment has a BET surface area of about 1-35 m/g.5. The composition of claim 1 , wherein the first pigment comprises calcium carbonate claim 1 , kaolin clay claim 1 , calcined clay claim 1 , aluminum trihydrate claim 1 , titanium dioxide ...

FIRE PERFORMANCE FOR WOOD VENEER LAMINATED CEILING TILE

The present invention is directed to a building panel having a laminate structure, the laminate structure including a topcoat layer comprising a first intumescent composition, a cellulosic veneer layer, an adhesive layer formed from an adhesive composition comprising a second intumescent composition, and a metallic substrate layer and wherein the cellulosic veneer layer is at least partially bonded to the metallic substrate by the adhesive layer. The resulting building panel exhibits superior flame retardancy resulting in a Class A fire rating, according to ASTM E-84. 1. A ceiling panel comprising a laminate structure , the laminate structure comprising:a topcoat layer comprising an intumescent composition;a cellulosic veneer layer comprising a first major surface opposite a second major surface;an adhesive layer formed from an adhesive composition comprising a thermoplastic polymer; anda metallic substrate layer;wherein the cellulosic veneer layer is at least partially bonded to the metallic substrate by the adhesive layer.2. The ceiling panel according to claim 1 , wherein the topcoat layer comprises:a first sub-layer atop the cellulosic veneer layer, the first sub-layer comprising a sealant composition comprising a first polymer; anda second sub-layer atop the first sub-layer, the second sub-layer comprising the intumescent composition.3. The ceiling panel according to claim 2 , wherein the topcoat layer is substantially clear.4. The ceiling panel according to claim 1 , wherein the topcoat layer directly contacts the first major surface of the cellulosic veneer layer and the adhesive layer directly contacts the second major surface of the cellulosic veneer layer.5. The ceiling panel according to claim 2 , wherein the first major surface of the cellulosic veneer layer comprises pores claim 2 , and wherein the first sub-layer directly contacts the first major surface of the cellulosic veneer layer thereby sealing at least a portion of the pores.6. The ceiling panel ...

Composition suitable for multifunctional printing and recording sheet containing same

A paper sizing or coating composition is provided, which includes; a first binder resin, which is compatible with dry toner binder resin; a second binder resin, which is compatible with liquid toner binder resin, and which is different from the first binder resin; a first pigment, which has a BET surface area of from greater than zero to about 35 m 2 /g; and a second pigment, which has a BET surface area of about 35 m 2 /g or greater, and which is different from the first pigment. Recording sheets which include the composition, methods of making the composition and recording sheets, and methods for making an image are provided.

FLAME RETARDANT CLEAR COATINGS FOR BUILDING PANELS

Described herein is a barrier coating composition comprising an organic blend comprising a first component and a second component, the first component comprising latex polymer and the second component being selected from polyurethane emulsion, wax emulsion, and alkyd emulsion, wherein the first component and the second component are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 2:1 to about 20:1, and the latex polymer has a glass transition temperature of less than about 18° C. 1. A barrier coating composition comprising:a liquid carrier in an amount ranging from about 5 wt. % to about 50 wt. % based on the total weight of the barrier coating composition;an organic blend comprising a first component and a second component, the first component comprising latex polymer and the second component being selected from polyurethane emulsion, wax emulsion, and alkyd emulsion;wherein the first component and the second component are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 2:1 to about 20:1, and the latex polymer having a glass transition temperature of less than about 18° C.2. The barrier coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the second component is polyurethane emulsion claim 1 , wherein the ratio of the first component to the second component ranges from about 2.5:1 to about 10:1.3. The barrier coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the organic blend further comprises a third component that is different from each of the first and second components claim 1 , wherein the third component is a wax emulsion.4. The barrier coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the second component is alkyd emulsion claim 1 , wherein the ratio of the first component to the second component ranges from about 3.5:1 to about 15:1.5. The barrier coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the barrier coating composition further comprises a silane adhesion promoter claim 1 , wherein the silane adhesion promoter is selected from a glycidyl-functional ...

VOC AND ODOR REDUCING BUILDING PANELS

Described herein is a building panel comprising a substrate and an odor and VOC reducing coating applied to the substrate, the coating comprising a blend of a first component comprising ethylene urea; a second component comprising silica; and a rheology modifier. 1. A coating composition for reducing VOC and odors , the coating composition comprising: ethylene urea;', 'silica gel; and, 'a solid component comprising a blend of'}a liquid carrier comprising water.2. The coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid carrier is present in an amount ranging from about 25 wt. % to about 75 wt. % based on the total weight of the coating composition.3. The coating composition according to claim 1 , the solid component further comprising a rheology modifier selected from silicate mineral claim 1 , alkali-swellable compounds claim 1 , and combinations thereof.4. The coating composition according to claim 3 , wherein the rheology modifier is present in an amount ranging from about 0.5 wt. % to about 55 wt. % based on the total weight of the solid component.5. The coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the silica gel has a particle size ranging from about 0.5 μm to about 120 μm.6. The coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the silica gel is present in an amount ranging from about 5 wt. % to about 40 wt. % based on the total weight of the solid component.7. The coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the ethylene urea and the silica gel are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 1:1 to about 1:8.8. The coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the coating composition has a viscosity ranging from about 200 cps to about 4 claim 1 ,000 cps as measured on a Brookfield viscometer at 10 RPM at room temperature.9. A coating composition for reducing VOC and odors claim 1 , the coating composition comprising: silica gel;', 'a surfactant;', 'a rheology modifier; and, 'a solid component comprising a blend of'}a liquid carrier ...

VOC AND ODOR REDUCING BUILDING PANELS

Described herein is a building panel comprising a substrate and an odor and VOC reducing coating applied to the substrate, the coating comprising a blend of a first component comprising ethylene urea; a second component comprising silica; and a rheology modifier. 1. A VOC and odor-reducing building panel comprising:a substrate; and a first component comprising ethylene urea;', 'a second component comprising silica; and', 'a rheology modifier., 'a coating applied to the substrate, the coating comprising a blend of2. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the coating is solid at room temperature and comprises less than about 5 wt. % of a carrier based on the total weight of the coating claim 1 , the carrier selected from water.3. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the first component is present in an amount ranging from about 2 wt. % to about 20 wt. % based on the total weight of the coating.4. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the second component is present in an amount ranging from about 5 wt. % to about 40 wt. % based on the total weight of the coating.5. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the coating is present on the substrate in an amount ranging from about 50 g/mto about 400 g/m.6. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the silica is silica gel.7. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the rheology modifier selected from silicate mineral claim 1 , alkali-swellable compounds claim 1 , and combinations thereof.8. The building panel according to claim 7 , wherein the rheology modifier is present in an amount ranging from about 0.1 wt. % to about 55 wt. % based on the total weight of the coating.9. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the coating exhibits substantially the same odor-reducing performance in an environment having 90% relative humidity as an environment having at 0% relative humidity.10. The building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the substrate is a ...

BAR-CODE READER WITH SPECULAR REFLECTION IMMUNITY

A method of reading a barcode is provided. A target containing a barcode is illuminated in a first illumination pattern by an illumination assembly. While the target is illuminated in the first illumination pattern, a first image of the target is captured and transmitted to a barcode decoder. Based on an indication of an unsuccessful attempt to decode the barcode using the first image of the target, the target is illuminated in a second illumination pattern and a second image of the target is captured, and the target is illuminated in a third illumination pattern and a third image of the target is captured. A fourth image of the target (a composite of the second and third image) is constructed using the second and third image of the target. The fourth image of the target is transmitted to the barcode decoder for decoding. 1. A method of reading a barcode , comprising:illuminating, by an illumination assembly, in a first illumination pattern, a target containing a barcode;capturing, while the target is illuminated in the first illumination pattern, a first image of the target;transmitting, by a processor, to a barcode decoder, the captured first image of the target for decoding;receiving, by the processor, an indication of an unsuccessful attempt, by the barcode decoder, to decode the barcode using the first image of the target;analyzing, by the processor, based on the indication of the unsuccessful attempt to decode the barcode using the first image of the target, the first image of the target to determine whether the image contains a specular reflection; illuminating, by the illumination assembly, the target containing the barcode in a second illumination pattern;', 'capturing, while the target is illuminated in the second illumination pattern, a second image of the target;', 'illuminating, by the illumination assembly, the target containing the barcode in a third illumination pattern; and', 'capturing, while the target is illuminated in the third illumination ...

SOIL AND DIRT REPELLENT POWDER COATINGS

A dirt repellant panel coated with a powder coating composition that includes a polymeric binder and an anionic fluorosurfactant present in an amount ranging from about 0.1 wt. % to about 4 wt. %. 1. A powder coating composition comprising a blend ofa binder comprising a polymer resin that is substantially free of fluoro-carbon groups; anda pigment that is pre-treated with an anionic fluorosurfactant;wherein the blend is substantially free of solvent.2. The powder coating composition of claim 1 , wherein the anionic fluorosurfactant is present in an amount ranging from 0.05 wt. % to 4 wt. % based on the total weight of the powder coating composition.3. The powder coating composition of wherein the anionic fluorosurfactant is present in an amount ranging from 0.7 wt. % to 3.0 wt.% based on the total weight of the powder coating.4. The powder coating composition of wherein the anionic fluorosurfactant comprises a phosphate group substituent.5. The powder coating composition of wherein the anionic fluorosurfactant has a pH ranging from 1 to 6.6. The powder coating composition of wherein the anionic fluorosurfactant has a melting point ranging from 50° C. to 70° C.7. The powder coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the blend further comprises a cross-linker.8. The dirt repellant panel of wherein the polymer resin comprises hydroxyl-terminated polyester resin and the cross-linker comprises a blocked polyisocyanate.9. The dirt repellant panel of wherein the polymer resin comprises carboxylated polyester resin and a glycidyl-functional acrylic polymer resin and the cross-linker comprises a hydroxyl-functional compound claim 7 , and a combination thereof.10. The dirt repellant panel of wherein the polymer resin has a glass transition temperature ranging from 45° C. to 90° C.11. The dirt repellant panel of wherein the pigment is present in an amount ranging from 10 wt. % to 30 wt. % based on the total weight of the powder coating composition.12. A dirt repellant ...

VOC AND ODOR REDUCING BUILDING PANELS

Described herein are methods of forming a VOC and odor-reducing building panel. The methods include providing a substrate; applying a wet-state coating to a major surface of the substrate, the wet-state coating comprising carrier comprising water; and drying the wet-state coating, thereby evaporating at least 95 wt. % of the carrier to form a dry-state coating. 1. A method of forming a VOC and odor-reducing building panel comprising:providing a substrate; ethylene urea;', 'silica gel;', 'rheology modifier; and', 'carrier comprising water; and, 'applying a wet-state coating to a major surface of the substrate, the wet-state coating comprisingdrying the wet-state coating, thereby evaporating at least 95 wt. % of the carrier to form a dry-state coating.2. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the wet-state coating is applied to a major surface of the substrate in an amount ranging from about 100 g/mto about 1000 g/m.3. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the dry-state coating is present on the substrate in an amount ranging from about 50 g/mto about 400 g/m.4. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the rheology modifier is selected from silicate mineral claim 1 , alkali-swellable compounds claim 1 , and combinations thereof.5. The method according to claim 4 , wherein the rheology modifier is present in an amount ranging from about 0.5 wt. % to about 55 wt. % claim 4 , based on the total weight of the dry-state coating.6. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the water is present in an amount ranging from about 25 wt. % to about 75 wt. % claim 1 , based on the total weight of the wet-state coating.7. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the wet-state coating has a viscosity ranging from about 200 cps to about 4 claim 1 ,000 cps as measured on a Brookfield viscometer at 10 RPM at room temperature.8. The method according to claim 1 , wherein the wet-state coating composition further comprises porous CaCO.9. A method of forming a VOC and odor- ...

Multifunctional water-borne high solids tile paint

Described herein is a coated building panel that comprises a side surface that is textured and exhibits a white and/or color. The building panel comprising an upper surface opposite a lower surface and a side surface extending between the upper surface and the lower surface, a coating applied to the side surface, the coating comprising an inorganic particle having a disk shape and an ionic dispersant comprising an ionic group that are present on a repeating unit and the ionic dispersant comprising at least two of the repeating units.

SOIL AND DIRT REPELLENT POWDER COATINGS

A dirt repellant panel coated with a powder coating composition that includes a polymeric binder and an anionic fluorosurfactant present in an amount ranging from about 0.1 wt. % to about 4 wt. %.

WATER STAIN AND SAG RESISTANT ACOUSTIC BUILDING PANEL

Described herein is an stain and sag resistant acoustic ceiling panel comprising a porous body formed from mineral and cellulosic fibers having an upper surface opposite a lower surface and at least one side surface extending between the upper surface and the lower surface; a first layer applied to the upper surface, the first layer comprising a hygroscopic component and a hydrophobic component; and a second layer applied to the lower surface, the second layer comprising a hydrophobic component. 1. An acoustic ceiling panel comprising:a porous body having an upper surface opposite a lower surface and at least one side surface extending between the upper surface and the lower surface;a first layer applied to the upper surface, the first layer comprising a hygroscopic component and a first hydrophobic component.2. The acoustic ceiling panel according to claim 1 , wherein the first layer comprises a first sub-layer comprising the hygroscopic component and a second sub-layer comprising the second hydrophobic component claim 1 , and the second sub-layer is adjacent to the upper surface of the porous body and the first sub-layer is adjacent to the second sub-layer.3. The acoustic ceiling panel according to claim 2 , wherein the first sub-layer is substantially continuous and the second sub-layer is discontinuous.4. (canceled)5. The acoustic ceiling panel according to claim 1 , wherein a second layer is applied to the lower surface claim 1 , the second layer comprising a second hydrophobic component claim 1 , the second hydrophobic component comprising at least one of a silicone claim 1 , wax claim 1 , fluoro-surfactant claim 1 , and combinations thereof.6. The acoustic ceiling panel according to claim 5 , wherein the second layer is discontinuous.7. The acoustic ceiling panel according to claim 1 , wherein the first hydrophobic component comprises at least one of a silicone claim 1 , wax claim 1 , fluoro-surfactant claim 1 , and combinations thereof.8. (canceled)9. The ...

FLAME RETARDANT CLEAR COATINGS FOR BUILDING PANELS

Described herein is a barrier coating composition comprising an organic blend comprising a first component and a second component, the first component comprising latex polymer and the second component being selected from polyurethane emulsion, wax emulsion, and alkyd emulsion, wherein the first component and the second component are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 2:1 to about 20:1, and the latex polymer has a glass transition temperature of less than about 18° C. 120.-. (canceled)21. A building panel having a water-impervious surface comprisinga body having a first major surface opposite a second major surface;a barrier coating atop the first major surface of the body, the barrier coating comprising an organic blend comprising a first component and a second component, the first component comprising latex polymer and the second component being selected from polyurethane emulsion, wax emulsion, and an alkyd emulsion;wherein the barrier coating has a solids content of at least 99% based on the total weight of the barrier coating, and wherein the first component and the second component are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 2:1 to about 20:1, and the latex polymer having a glass transition temperature of less than about 18° C.22. The building panel according to claim 21 , wherein the second component is polyurethane emulsion and wherein the ratio of the first component to the second component ranges from about 2.5:1 to about 10:1.23. (canceled)24. The building panel according to claim 21 , wherein the blend of organic blend further comprises a third component that is different from each of the first and second components claim 21 , wherein the third component is a wax emulsion.25. (canceled)26. The building panel according to claim 24 , wherein the first component and the third component are present in a weight ratio ranging from 2.5:1 to about 10:1.27. The building panel according to claim 21 , wherein the second component is alkyd emulsion ...

FLAME RETARDANT CLEAR COATINGS FOR BUILDING PANELS

The present invention is directed to flame-retardant building panels comprising a body having a first major surface opposite a second major surface; an inorganic coating atop the first major surface, the inorganic coating being optically transparent and flame retardant and comprising a blend of a borate compound and a phosphate compound, and wherein the inorganic flame retardant coating is substantially transparent such that the first major surface of the body is visible through the inorganic coating. 1. A flame-retardant building panel comprising:a body having a first major surface opposite a second major surface;an inorganic coating atop the first major surface, the inorganic coating being optically transparent and flame retardant and comprising a blend of a borate compound and a phosphate compound; andwherein the inorganic flame retardant coating is substantially transparent such that the first major surface of the body is visible through the inorganic coating.2. The flame-retardant building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the first major surface of the body is formed from a material selected from the group consisting of wood claim 1 , metal claim 1 , or non-woven scrim.35.-. (canceled)6. The flame-retardant building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the inorganic coating has a thickness ranging from about 0.3 mils to about 3.0 mils.7. The flame-retardant building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the borate compound is selected from the group consisting of boron trioxide claim 1 , zinc borate claim 1 , and combinations thereof.8. The flame-retardant building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the phosphate compound is selected from the group consisting of phosphoric acid claim 1 , pyrophosphoric acid claim 1 , polyphosphoric acid claim 1 , aluminum tris (dihydrogen phosphate) claim 1 , sodium phosphate claim 1 , potassium phosphate claim 1 , and combinations thereof.9. The flame-retardant building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the borate ...

FLAME RETARDANT CLEAR COATINGS FOR BUILDING PANELS

Described herein is a flame-retardant building panel comprising a body having a first major surface opposite a second major surface, an inorganic coating atop the first major surface, the inorganic coating being optically transparent and flame retardant and comprising a silicate compound; and wherein the inorganic flame retardant coating is substantially transparent such that the first major surface of the body is visible through the inorganic coating. 1. A flame-retardant building panel comprising:a body having a first major surface opposite a second major surface;an inorganic coating atop the first major surface, the inorganic coating being optically transparent and flame retardant and comprising a silicate compound; andwherein the inorganic flame retardant coating is substantially transparent such that the first major surface of the body is visible through the inorganic coating.2. The flame-retardant building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the first major surface of the body is wood.3. The flame-retardant building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the inorganic coating further comprises a dispersant present in an amount ranging from a non-zero value up to about 1.5 wt. % based on the total weight of the inorganic coating.45.-. (canceled)6. The flame-retardant building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the inorganic coating comprises up to about 2 wt. % of organic components based on the total weight of the inorganic coating claim 1 , wherein the organic component is selected from the groups consisting of dispersant claim 1 , wax blend claim 1 , wax emulsion claim 1 , and combinations thereof.7. (canceled)8. The flame-retardant building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the inorganic coating is present in an amount ranging from about 40 g/mto about 120 g/m.9. The flame-retardant building panel according to claim 1 , wherein the silicate compound is selected from the group consisting of potassium silicate claim 1 , tetraethyl orthosilicate claim 1 , ...

SOIL AND DIRT REPELLENT POWDER COATINGS

A dirt repellant panel coated with a powder coating composition that includes a polymeric binder and an anionic fluorosurfactant present in an amount ranging from about 0.1 wt. % to about 4 wt. %. 1. A dirt repellant panel comprising:a substrate; and a binder comprising polymer resin that is substantially free of fluoro-carbon groups;', 'a cross-linker; and', 'a surfactant composition that is substantially solvent-free and comprises an anionic fluorosurfactant;, 'a powder coating applied to the substrate, the powder coating formed from a mixture comprising a blend ofwherein the anionic fluorosurfactant is present in an amount ranging from 0.05 wt. % to 4 wt. % based on the total weight of the powder coating composition.2. The dirt repellant panel of wherein the anionic fluorosurfactant is present in an amount ranging from 0.7 wt. % to 3.0 wt. % based on the total weight of the powder coating.3. The dirt repellant panel of wherein the anionic fluorosurfactant comprises a phosphate group substituent.4. The dirt repellant panel of wherein the anionic fluorosurfactant has a pH ranging from 1 to 6.5. The dirt repellant panel of wherein the anionic fluorosurfactant has a melting point ranging from 50° C. to 70° C.6. The dirt repellant panel of wherein the polymer resin comprises hydroxyl-terminated polyester resin and the cross-linker comprises a blocked polyisocyanate.7. The dirt repellant panel of wherein the polymer resin comprises carboxylated polyester resin and a glycidyl-functional acrylic polymer resin and the cross-linker comprises a hydroxyl-functional compound claim 1 , and a combination thereof.8. The dirt repellant panel of wherein the polymer resin has a glass transition temperature ranging from 45° C. to 90° C.9. The dirt repellant panel of wherein the mixture is free of volatile organic solvent and has solids content of 100%.10. The dirt repellant panel of wherein the powder coating has a thickness ranging from 45 μm to 120 μm.11. A dirt repellant panel ...

VOC AND ODOR REDUCING BUILDING PANELS

Described herein is a building panel comprising a substrate and an odor and VOC reducing coating applied to the substrate, the coating comprising a blend of a first component comprising ethylene urea; a second component comprising silica; and a rheology modifier. 1. A coating composition for reducing VOC and odors , the coating composition comprising: ethylene urea;', 'silica gel;', {'sub': '3', 'porous CaCO; and'}], 'a solid component comprising a blend of;'}a liquid carrier comprising water.2. The coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the porous CaCOhas a surface area ranging from about 120 m/g to about 160 m/g claim 1 , optionally about 144 m/g.3. The coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the liquid carrier is present in an amount ranging from about 25 wt. % to about 75 wt. % claim 1 , based on the total weight of the coating composition.4. The coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the solid component further comprises a rheology modifier selected from silicate mineral claim 1 , alkali-swellable compounds claim 1 , and combinations thereof claim 1 , optionally present in an amount ranging from about 0.5 wt. % to about 55 wt. % claim 1 , based on the total weight of the solid component.5. The coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the silica gel has a particle size ranging from about 0.5 μm to about 120 μm.6. The coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the silica gel is present in an amount ranging from about 5 wt. % to about 40 wt. % claim 1 , based on the total weight of the solid component.7. The coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the ethylene urea and the silica gel are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 1:1 to about 1:8.8. The coating composition according to claim 1 , wherein the coating composition comprises a first surfactant and a second surfactant claim 1 , and wherein the first surfactant is non-ionic and the second surfactant is ionic.9. A coating composition for ...

FIRE PERFORMANCE FOR WOOD VENEER LAMINATED CEILING TILE

The present invention is directed to a building panel having a laminate structure comprising a cellulosic layer; and a topcoat layer that is substantially impervious to ambient moisture. The topcoat layer comprises a sealant sub-layer, an intumescent sub-layer comprising an intumescent composition, and the sealant sub-layer is positioned between the cellulosic layer and the intumescent sub-layer such that the intumescent sub-layer is separated from the first major surface of the cellulosic layer by the sealant sub-layer. The resulting building panel exhibits superior flame retardancy resulting in a Class A fire rating, according to ASTM E-84. 1. A ceiling panel comprising a laminate structure , the laminate structure comprising:a cellulosic veneer layer comprising a first major surface opposite a second major surface; a first sub-layer atop the cellulosic veneer layer, the first sub-layer comprising a sealant composition comprising a first polymer; and', 'a second sub-layer atop the first sub-layer, the second sub-layer comprising the intumescent composition., 'a topcoat layer comprisingan adhesive layer formed from an adhesive composition comprising a thermoplastic polymer; anda metallic substrate layer, the cellulosic veneer layer at least partially bonded to the metallic substrate by the adhesive layer.2. The ceiling panel according to claim 1 , wherein the topcoat layer is substantially clear.3. The ceiling panel according to claim 1 , wherein the first sub-layer directly contacts the first major surface of the cellulosic veneer layer and the adhesive layer directly contacts the second major surface of the cellulosic veneer layer.4. The ceiling panel according to claim 1 , wherein the first major surface of the cellulosic veneer layer comprises pores claim 1 , and wherein the first sub-layer directly contacts the first major surface of the cellulosic veneer layer thereby sealing at least a portion of the pores.5. The ceiling panel according to claim 1 , wherein ...

Soil and dirt repellent powder coatings

A powder coating composition that includes a polymeric binder, a cross-linker, and an anionic fluorosurfactant present in an amount ranging from about 0.05 wt. % to about 4 wt. %, based on the total weight of the powder coating composition. In some aspects, the polymeric binder is a polymer resin. In some aspects, the fluorosurfactant has a phosphate group substituent and a pH ranging from 1 to 6.

Flame retardant clear coatings for building panels

Described herein is a barrier coating composition comprising an organic blend comprising a first component and a second component, the first component comprising latex polymer and the second component being selected from polyurethane emulsion, wax emulsion, and alkyd emulsion, wherein the first component and the second component are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 2:1 to about 20:1, and the latex polymer has a glass transition temperature of less than about 18 C.

High performance coatings for building panels

The present invention is directed to dirt and anti-microbial resistant articles that include a substrate, a powder coating applied to the substrate, the powder coating may comprise a cross-linked polymeric binder. The powder coating may comprise a blend of metal borate and a sulfur-containing benzimidazole compound, wherein the metal borate and sulfur-containing benzimidazole compound are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 75:1 to about 10:1. The powder coating may comprise fluorosurfactant and a fluorosurfactant may be applied to the powder coating in an amount ranging from about 0.01 g/m

Flame retardant clear coatings for building panels

Described herein is a barrier coating composition comprising an organic blend comprising a first component and a second component, the first component comprising latex polymer and the second component being selected from polyurethane emulsion, wax emulsion, and alkyd emulsion, wherein the first component and the second component are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 2:1 to about 20:1, and the latex polymer has a glass transition temperature of less than about 18 C.

CLEAN FLAME RETARDANT COATINGS FOR CONSTRUCTION PANELS

é aqui descrita uma composição de revestimento de barreira que compreende uma mistura orgânica compreendendo um primeiro componente e um segundo componente, o primeiro componente compreendendo polímero de látex e o segundo componente sendo selecionado de emulsão de poliuretano, emulsão de cera e emulsão alquídica, em que o primeiro componente e o segundo estão presentes em uma razão em peso que varia de cerca de 2:1 a cerca de 20:1, e o polímero de látex tem uma temperatura de transição vítrea menor que cerca de 18ºc. A barrier coating composition is described herein comprising an organic mixture comprising a first component and a second component, the first component comprising latex polymer and the second component being selected from polyurethane emulsion, wax emulsion and alkyd emulsion, wherein the first component and the second are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 2: 1 to about 20: 1, and the latex polymer has a glass transition temperature less than about 18 ° C.

Systems and methods for determining an adaptive region of interest (roi) for image metrics calculations

Systems and methods for adaptively determining a region of interest (ROI) are disclosed herein. An example device includes an imaging assembly and a controller. The imaging assembly captures image data comprising pixel data from a plurality of pixels. The controller calculates a contrast value for each pixel of the plurality of pixels, generates a histogram of contrast values, calculates an area under the curve of the histogram, and determines a contrast value threshold to delineate between high-contrast value pixels and low-contrast value pixels. The controller also identifies a ROI within the image data by locating a region within the image data that (i) satisfies a pre-determined size threshold and (ii) contains a largest number of high-contrast value pixels relative to all other regions that satisfy the pre-determined size threshold, and adjusts imaging parameters of the imaging assembly based on the ROI to capture at least one subsequent image.

Soil and dirt repellent powder coatings comprising anionic fluorosurfactants___________________________________

A dirt repellant panel coated with a powder coating composition that includes a polymeric binder and an anionic fluorosurfactant present in an amount ranging from about 0.1 wt. % to about 4 wt. %.

Flame retardant clear coatings for building panels

VOC and odor reducing building panels

Described herein is a building panel comprising a substrate and an odor and VOC reducing coating applied to the substrate, the coating comprising a blend of a first component comprising ethylene urea; a second component comprising silica; and a rheology modifier.

High solids color face and edge coatings for building panels

Described herein is a coated building panel having a body and a surface coating atop the body, the surface coating comprising inorganic pigment and a polymeric dispersant comprising a polymer backbone and pendant side chains extending from the polymer backbone; wherein the surface coating comprises a liquid carrier in an amount less than about 1 wt. % based on the total weight of the surface coating.

Flame retardant clear coatings for building panels

Described herein is a flame-retardant building panel comprising a body having a first major surface opposite a second major surface, an inorganic coating atop the first major surface, the inorganic coating being optically transparent and flame retardant and comprising a silicate compound; and wherein the inorganic flame retardant coating is substantially transparent such that the first major surface of the body is visible through the inorganic coating.

High performance coatings for building panels

The present invention is directed to dirt and anti-microbial resistant articles that include a substrate, a powder coating applied to the substrate, the powder coating may comprise a cross-linked polymeric binder. The powder coating may comprise a blend of metal borate and a sulfur-containing benzimidazole compound, wherein the metal borate and sulfur-containing benzimidazole compound are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 75:1 to about 10:1. The powder coating may comprise fluorosurfactant and a fluorosurfactant may be applied to the powder coating in an amount ranging from about 0.01 g/m2 to about 4 g/m2. The powder coating may be formed using a liquid-based fluorosurfactant.

Soil and dirt repellent powder coatings

A dirt repellant panel coated with a powder coating composition that includes a polymeric binder and an anionic fluorosurfactant present in an amount ranging from about 0.1 wt. % to about 4 wt. %.

Improved fire performance for wood veneer laminated ceiling tile

The present invention is directed to a building panel having a laminate structure, the laminate structure including a topcoat layer comprising a first intumescent composition, a cellulosic veneer layer, an adhesive layer formed from an adhesive composition comprising a second intumescent composition, and a metallic substrate layer and wherein the cellulosic veneer layer is at least partially bonded to the metallic substrate by the adhesive layer. The resulting building panel exhibits superior flame retardancy resulting in a Class A fire rating, according to ASTM E-84.

Flame retardant clear coatings for building panels

The present invention is directed to a flame retardant coating, the flame retardant coating comprising aluminum carbonate, triethanolamine, and a blend of a borate compound and a phosphate compound. The coating is optically transparent.

Apparatus and method for electro-optically reading direct part markings by image acquisition

Vorrichtung und Verfahren zum elektro-optischen Lesen von Zeichen, wie etwa einem direkten Teilemarkierungs-(DPM-)Code, der relativ zu einer Zieloberfläche auf einem Ziel erhöht oder vertieft ist. Ein Festkörper-Entfernungsbildsensor erfasst ein Zielbild, bestehend aus einem ersten Satz von Pixeln mit ersten Abstandswerten, die einem ersten Abstand des Codes von dem Sensor entsprechen, und einem zweiten Satz von Pixeln mit zweiten Abstandswerten, die einem zweiten Abstand der Zieloberfläche von dem Sensor entsprechen. Ein Kontroller liest das Zeichen durch Unterscheiden zwischen dem ersten Satz von Pixeln und dem zweiten Satz von Pixeln in dem Bild durch Bestimmen von abrupten Änderungen der Abstandswerte unter benachbarten Pixeln. Apparatus and method for electro-optically reading characters, such as direct part mark (DPM) code, that is raised or lowered relative to a target surface on a target. A solid-state distance image sensor detects a target image consisting of a first set of pixels having first pitch values corresponding to a first distance of the code from the sensor and a second set of pixels having second pitch values corresponding to a second distance of the target surface from the sensor , A controller reads the character by distinguishing between the first set of pixels and the second set of pixels in the image by determining abrupt changes in the distance values among adjacent pixels.

High solids color face and edge coatings for building panels

Described herein is a coated building panel having a body and a surface coating atop the body, the surface coating comprising inorganic pigment and a polymeric dispersant comprising a polymer backbone and pendant side chains extending from the polymer backbone; wherein the surface coating comprises a liquid carrier in an amount less than about 1 wt. % based on the total weight of the surface coating.

Water stain and sag resistant acoustic building panel.

En la presente se describe un panel de techo acústico resistente a las manchas y al pandeo que comprende un cuerpo poroso formado de fibras minerales y celulósicas que tiene una superficie superior opuesta a una superficie inferior y al menos una superficie lateral que se extiende entre la superficie superior y la superficie inferior; una primera capa aplicada a la superficie superior, la primera capa que comprende un componente higroscópico y un componente hidrofóbico; y una segunda capa aplicada a la superficie inferior, la segunda capa que comprende un componente hidrofóbico.

VOC and odor reducing building panels

Described herein is a building panel comprising a substrate and an odor and VOC reducing coating applied to the substrate, the coating comprising a blend of a first component comprising ethylene urea; a second component comprising silica; and a rheology modifier.

High performance coatings for building panels

The present invention is directed to dirt and anti-microbial resistant articles that include a substrate, a powder coating applied to the substrate, the powder coating may include a cross-linked polymeric binder. The powder coating may include a blend of metal borate and a sulfur-containing benzimidazole compound, wherein the metal borate and sulfur-containing benzimidazole compound are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 75:1 to about 10:1. The powder coating may include fluorosurfactant and a fluorosurfactant may be applied to the powder coating in an amount ranging from about 0.01 g/m2 to about 4 g/m2. The powder coating may be formed using a liquid-based fluorosurfactant.

Flame retardant clear coatings for building panels

Described herein is a flame-retardant building panel comprising a body having a first major surface opposite a second major surface, an inorganic coating atop the first major surface, the inorganic coating being optically transparent and flame retardant and comprising a silicate compound; and wherein the inorganic flame retardant coating is substantially transparent such that the first major surface of the body is visible through the inorganic coating.

High performance coatings for building panels

The present invention is directed to dirt and anti-microbial resistant articles that include a substrate, a powder coating applied to the substrate, the powder coating may comprise a cross-linked polymeric binder. The powder coating may comprise a blend of metal borate and a sulfur-containing benzimidazole compound, wherein the metal borate and sulfur-containing benzimidazole compound are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 75:1 to about 10:1. The powder coating may comprise fluorosurfactant and a fluorosurfactant may be applied to the powder coating in an amount ranging from about 0.01 g/m

Antimicrobial and antiviral building panels

Described herein is a building panel comprising: a substrate, and a coating applied to the substrate, the coating comprising a blend of an antimicrobial composition, a binder, and a pigment, wherein the antimicrobial composition consists essentially of zinc borate.

Painel de construção retardante de chama, composição de revestimento retardante de chama e método para formar um painel de construção retardante de chama

É descrito na presente invenção um painel de construção retardante de chama que compreende um corpo tendo uma primeira superfície principal oposta a uma segunda superfície principal, um revestimento inorgânico sobre a primeira superfície principal, o revestimento inorgânico sendo opticamente transparente e retardador de chama e compreendendo um composto de silicato; e em que o revestimento retardante de chama inorgânico é substancialmente transparente, de modo que a primeira superfície principal do corpo seja visível através do revestimento inorgânico.

Flame retardant clear coatings for building panels

Described herein is a flame-retardant building panel comprising a body having a first major surface opposite a second major surface, an inorganic coating atop the first major surface, the inorganic coating being optically transparent and flame retardant and comprising a silicate compound; and wherein the inorganic flame retardant coating is substantially transparent such that the first major surface of the body is visible through the inorganic coating.

Sistema e dispositivo para imprimir sobre superfícies texturizadas de painéis de construção, e respetivos métodos

sistema e dispositivo para imprimir sobre superfícies texturizadas de painéis de construção, e respetivos métodos. um sistema, dispositivo, e/ou método para imprimir um efeito tridimensional em uma superfície de um painel de construção. o painel de construção é fornecido, em que o painel de construção inclui uma primeira superfície tendo um primeiro plano. o painel de construção e um material texturizado associado com o painel de construção é fornecido a um dispositivo de impressão. o material texturizado pode incluir um ou mais materiais que se projetam para um segundo plano para além do primeiro plano. o dispositivo de impressão inclui uma ou mais cabeças de impressão. a tinta é impressa, através de uma ou mais cabeças de impressão, sobre pelo menos uma das superfícies do painel de construção e do material texturizado. a uma ou mais cabeças de impressão podem ser posicionadas a uma distância da superfície do painel de construção e do material texturizado de modo a não contatar a superfície do painel de construção e do material texturizado.

Improved fire performance for wood veneer laminated ceiling tile

The present invention is directed to a building panel having a laminate structure, the laminate structure including a topcoat layer comprising a first intumescent composition, a cellulosic veneer layer, an adhesive layer formed from an adhesive composition comprising a second intumescent composition, and a metallic substrate layer and wherein the cellulosic veneer layer is at least partially bonded to the metallic substrate by the adhesive layer. The resulting building panel exhibits superior flame retardancy resulting in a Class A fire rating, according to ASTM E-84.

Systems and methods for determining an adaptive region of interest (ROI) for image metrics calculations

Systems and methods for adaptively determining a region of interest (ROI) are disclosed herein. An example device includes an imaging assembly and a controller. The imaging assembly captures image data comprising pixel data from a plurality of pixels. The controller calculates a contrast value for each pixel of the plurality of pixels, generates a histogram of contrast values, calculates an area under the curve of the histogram, and determines a contrast value threshold to delineate between high-contrast value pixels and low-contrast value pixels. The controller also identifies a ROI within the image data by locating a region within the image data that (i) satisfies a pre-determined size threshold and (ii) contains a largest number of high-contrast value pixels relative to all other regions that satisfy the pre-determined size threshold, and adjusts imaging parameters of the imaging assembly based on the ROI to capture at least one subsequent image.

High performance coatings for building panels

Attorney Docket No. 16007-00-WO-01-ABP ABSTRACT OF THE DISCLOSURE The present invention is directed to dirt and anti-microbial resistant articles that include a substrate, a powder coating applied to the substrate, the powder coating may comprise a cross linked polymeric binder. The powder coating may comprise a blend of metal borate and a sulfur-containing benzimidazole compound, wherein the metal borate and sulfur-containing benzimidazole compound are present in a weight ratio ranging from about 75:1 to about 10:1. The powder coating may comprise fluorosurfactant and a fluorosurfactant may be applied to the powder coating in an amount ranging from about 0.01 g/m2 to about 4 g/m 2. The powder coating may be formed using a liquid-based fluorosurfactant. 59

Recubrimientos en polvo repelentes de tierra y suciedad.

Se describe un panel repelente a la suciedad recubierto con una composición de recubrimiento en polvo que incluye un aglutinante polimérico y un fluorotensoactivo aniónico presente en una cantidad en un intervalo desde alrededor de 0.1% en peso a alrededor de 4% en peso.

Soil and dirt repellent powder coatings

A dirt repellant panel coated with a powder coating composition that includes a polymeric binder and an anionic fluorosurfactant present in an amount ranging from about 0.1 wt. % to about 4 wt. %.

Soil and dirt repellent powder coatings

A powder coating composition that includes a polymeric binder, a cross-linker, and an anionic fluorosurfactant present in an amount ranging from about 0.05 wt. % to about 4 wt. %, based on the total weight of the powder coating composition. In some aspects, the polymeric binder is a polymer resin. In some aspects, the fluorosurfactant has a phosphate group substituent and a pH ranging from 1 to 6.

Method of forming VOC and odor reducing building panels

Described herein are methods of forming a VOC and odor-reducing building panel. The methods include providing a substrate; applying a wet-state coating to a major surface of the substrate, the wet-state coating comprising carrier comprising water; and drying the wet-state coating, thereby evaporating at least 95 wt. % of the carrier to form a dry-state coating.

High performance coatings for building panels

High performance coatings for building panels

The present invention is directed to dirt and anti-microbial resistant compositions and articles that include a powder coating composition formed from a precursor including polymeric binder resin, cross-linker, and a blend of liquid carrier and anionic fluorosurfactant. The powder coating may be formed using a liquid-based anionic fluorosurfactant wherein the solids content of the anionic fluorosurfactant within the precursor is from about 13 wt. % to about 28 wt. %.

Methods and devices for improving indicia decoding with an imaging device

Methods and devices for improving indicia decoding with an imaging device are disclosed herein. An example method includes: (a) searching, by an imaging device, a search region within a current image for an indicia, wherein the search region includes a plurality of search seeds; (b) attempting, by the imaging device, to decode the indicia within the search region by analyzing image data corresponding to each seed of the plurality of search seeds; (c) responsive to not decoding the indicia, capturing, by the imaging device, a subsequent image featuring the indicia; (d) adjusting, by the imaging device, the search region based on a distance between the imaging device and the indicia featured in the subsequent image; (e) designating the subsequent image as the current image; and (f) iteratively performing (a)-(f) until the imaging device decodes the indicia.

Fire resistant adhesive compositions and methods of preparing and using the same

Described herein is a fire-resistant adhesive coating composition which emits water vapor when exposed to fire. Such compositions comprise an ionic polyacrylate dispersant, aluminum hydroxide, silicate, and an alkoxylated alcohol. In certain embodiments, the composition comprises a solids content of at least about 44.2%, based on the wet weight of the composition. Also described herein are methods for making and using of such coating compositions.

Systeme und Verfahren zur Bestimmung eines adaptiven Bereichs von Interesse (ROI) für die Berechnung von Bildmetriken

Systeme und Verfahren zur adaptiven Bestimmung eines Bereichs von Interesse (ROI) werden hier offenbart. Eine Beispielvorrichtung enthält eine Bildgebungsbaugruppe und eine Steuerung. Die Bildgebungsbaugruppe erfasst Bilddaten, die Pixeldaten aus einer Vielzahl von Pixeln umfassen. Die Steuerung berechnet einen Kontrastwert für jedes Pixel der Vielzahl von Pixeln, erzeugt ein Histogramm von Kontrastwerten, berechnet eine Fläche unter der Kurve des Histogramms und bestimmt einen Kontrastwertschwellenwert, um zwischen Pixeln mit hohem Kontrastwert und Pixeln mit niedrigem Kontrastwert abzugrenzen. Die Steuerung identifiziert auch einen ROI innerhalb der Bilddaten, indem sie einen Bereich innerhalb der Bilddaten lokalisiert, der (i) einen vorbestimmten Größenschwellenwert erfüllt und (ii) eine größte Anzahl von Pixeln mit hohem Kontrastwert relativ zu allen anderen Bereichen enthält, die den vorbestimmten Größenschwellenwert erfüllen, und passt Bildgebungsparameter der Bildgebungsbaugruppe auf der Grundlage des ROI an, um mindestens ein weiteres Bild aufzunehmen.

System and device for printing upon textured surfaces of building panels, and methods thereof

A system, device, and/or method for printing a three-dimensional effect on a surface of a building panel. The building panel is provided, wherein the building panel includes a first surface having a first plane. The building panel and a textured material associated with the building panel is provided to a printing device. The textured material may include one or more materials that protrade to a second plane beyond the first plane. The printing device includes one or more print heads. Ink is printed, via the one or more print heads, upon at least one of the surfaces of the building panel and the textured material. The one or more print heads may be positioned a distance from the surface of the building panel and the textured material so as not to contact the surface of the building panel and the textured material.

System and device for printing upon textured surfaces of building panels, and methods thereof

A system, device, and/or method for printing a three-dimensional effect on a surface of a building panel. The building panel is provided, wherein the building panel includes a first surface having a first plane. The building panel and a textured material associated with the building panel is provided to a printing device. The textured material may include one or more materials that protrade to a second plane beyond the first plane. The printing device includes one or more print heads. Ink is printed, via the one or more print heads, upon at least one of the surfaces of the building panel and the textured material. The one or more print heads may be positioned a distance from the surface of the building panel and the textured material so as not to contact the surface of the building panel and the textured material.

Soil and dirt repellent powder coatings

A dirt repellant panel coated with a powder coating composition that includes a polymeric binder and an anionic fluorosurfactant present in an amount ranging from about 0.1 wt. % to about 4 wt. %.

Surface coating compositions

Described herein is a surface coating composition useful to provide durability and fire resistance to building panels, as well as methods to prepare the same. The coating composition comprises silicate present in an amount from about 65 to about 85 wet wt. %; hectorite clay present in an amount from about 0.15 to about 0.5 wet wt. %; silica present in an amount from about 1 to about 3 wet wt. %; and polysorbate present in an amount from about 0.5 to about 10 wet wt. %.

Fire resistant adhesive compositions and methods of preparing and using the same

Described herein is a fire-resistant adhesive coating composition which emits water vapor when exposed to fire. Such compositions comprise an ionic polyacrylate dispersant, aluminum hydroxide, silicate, and an alkoxylated alcohol. In certain embodiments, the composition comprises a solids content of at least about 44.2%, based on the wet weight of the composition. Also described herein are methods for making and using of such coating compositions.

Surface coating compositions

Described herein is a surface coating composition useful to provide durability and fire resistance to building panels, as well as methods to prepare the same. The coating composition comprises silicate present in an amount from about 65 to about 85 wet wt. %; hectorite clay present in an amount from about 0.15 to about 0.5 wet wt. %; silica present in an amount from about 1 to about 3 wet wt. %; and polysorbate present in an amount from about 0.5 to about 10 wet wt. %.

Antimicrobial and antiviral building panels

Described herein is a coating comprising a binder, a pigment, and an antimicrobial composition which comprises particles selected from the group consisting of an aluminum silicate, a magnesium silicate, and a mixture thereof, and wherein the particles are modified with a quaternary ammonium salt. Further described is a building panel and building systems comprising a substrate and the coating composition applied thereto as well as methods of making and using the same.

Methods and devices for improving indicia decoding with an imaging device

Methods and devices for improving indicia decoding with an imaging device are disclosed herein. An example method includes: (a) searching, by an imaging device, a search region within a current image for an indicia, wherein the search region includes a plurality of search seeds; (b) attempting, by the imaging device, to decode the indicia within the search region by analyzing image data corresponding to each seed of the plurality of search seeds; (c) responsive to not decoding the indicia, capturing, by the imaging device, a subsequent image featuring the indicia; (d) adjusting, by the imaging device, the search region based on a distance between the imaging device and the indicia featured in the subsequent image; (e) designating the subsequent image as the current image; and (f) iteratively performing (a)-(f) until the imaging device decodes the indicia.

Fire resistant adhesive compositions and methods of preparing and using the same

Described herein is a fire-resistant adhesive coating composition which emits water vapor when exposed to fire. Such compositions comprise an ionic polyacrylate dispersant, aluminum hydroxide, silicate, and an alkoxylated alcohol. In certain embodiments, the composition comprises a solids content of at least about 44.2%, based on the wet weight of the composition. Also described herein are methods for making and using of such coating compositions.

Indicia reading systems and associated methods for determining a type of media upon which encoded indicia are rendered

An indicia reading system and associated methods discriminate between types of media upon which encoded indicia is rendered. Encoded indicia rendered upon a medium are imaged using different sets of image acquisition parameter settings. An attempt to decode the encoded indicia that are imaged is made and the image acquisition parameter settings corresponding to successfully decoding the encoded indicia are identified. A type of the medium upon which the encoded indicia is rendered is determined based on which of the sets of image acquisition parameter settings correspond to the encoded indicia being successfully decoded.

Antimicrobial and antiviral building panels

Described herein is a coating comprising a binder, a pigment, and an antimicrobial composition which comprises particles selected from the group consisting of an aluminum silicate, a magnesium silicate, and a mixture thereof, and wherein the particles are modified with a quaternary ammonium salt. Further described is a building panel and building systems comprising a substrate and the coating composition applied thereto as well as methods of making and using the same.

Methods and Devices for Improving Indicia Decoding with an Imaging Device

Methods and devices for improving indicia decoding with an imaging device are disclosed herein. An example method includes: (a) searching, by an imaging device, a search region within a current image for an indicia, wherein the search region includes a plurality of search seeds; (b) attempting, by the imaging device, to decode the indicia within the search region by analyzing image data corresponding to each seed of the plurality of search seeds; (c) responsive to not decoding the indicia, capturing, by the imaging device, a subsequent image featuring the indicia; (d) adjusting, by the imaging device, the search region based on a distance between the imaging device and the indicia featured in the subsequent image; (e) designating the subsequent image as the current image; and (f) iteratively performing (a)-(f) until the imaging device decodes the indicia.

Flame retardant clear coatings for building panels

Described herein is a flame-retardant building panel comprising a body having a first major surface opposite a second major surface, an inorganic coating atop the first major surface, the inorganic coating being optically transparent and flame retardant and comprising a silicate compound; and wherein the inorganic flame retardant coating is substantially transparent such that the first major surface of the body is visible through the inorganic coating.

Systems and methods for determining an adaptive region of interest (ROI) for image metrics calculations

Systems and methods for adaptively determining a region of interest (ROI) are disclosed herein. An example device includes an imaging assembly and a controller. The imaging assembly captures image data comprising pixel data from a plurality of pixels. The controller calculates a contrast value for each pixel of the plurality of pixels, generates a histogram of contrast values, calculates an area under the curve of the histogram, and determines a contrast value threshold to delineate between high-contrast value pixels and low-contrast value pixels. The controller also identifies a ROI within the image data by locating a region within the image data that (i) satisfies a pre-determined size threshold and (ii) contains a largest number of high-contrast value pixels relative to all other regions that satisfy the pre-determined size threshold, and adjusts imaging parameters of the imaging assembly based on the ROI to capture at least one subsequent image.

Systems and methods for determining an adaptive region of interest (ROI) for image metrics calculations

Soil and dirt repellent powder coatings

A dirt repellant panel coated with a powder coating composition that includes a polymeric binder and an anionic fluorosurfactant present in an amount ranging from about 0.1 wt. % to about 4 wt. %.

Soil and dirt repellent powder coatings

Indicia reading systems and associated methods for determining a type of media upon which encoded indicia are rendered

An indicia reading system and associated methods discriminate between types of media upon which encoded indicia is rendered. Encoded indicia rendered upon a medium are imaged using different sets of image acquisition parameter settings. An attempt to decode the encoded indicia that are imaged is made and the image acquisition parameter settings corresponding to successfully decoding the encoded indicia are identified. A type of the medium upon which the encoded indicia is rendered is determined based on which of the sets of image acquisition parameter settings correspond to the encoded indicia being successfully decoded.

Process for manufacturing recording sheet

A method for making a recording sheet is provided, the recording sheet comprising a sizing or coating composition, which comprises a first binder resin, which is compatible with dry toner binder resin; a second binder resin, which is compatible with liquid toner binder resin; a first pigment, which has a BET surface area of from greater than zero to about 35 m 2 /g or greater; a second pigment, which has a BET surface area of from greater than zero to about 35 m 2 /g or greater, and which is different from the first pigment; and a paper or plastic substrate in contact with the composition, wherein the sizing or coating composition is comprised within first and second sublayers, and said method for making the recording sheet comprising contacting, in any order: the first binder resin; the second binder resin; the first pigment; the second pigment; or a mixture thereof, and the paper or plastic substrate, to produce the recording sheet.

Soil and dirt repellent powder coatings

A dirt repellant panel coated with a powder coating composition that includes a polymeric binder and an anionic fluorosurfactant present in an amount ranging from about 0.1 wt. % to about 4 wt. %.

VOC and odor reducing building panels

Described herein is a building panel comprising a substrate and an odor and VOC reducing coating applied to the substrate, the coating comprising a blend of a first component comprising ethylene urea; a second component comprising silica; and a rheology modifier.

Water stain and sag resistant acoustic building panel

Described herein is an stain and sag resistant acoustic ceiling panel comprising a porous body formed from mineral and cellulosic fibers having an upper surface opposite a lower surface and at least one side surface extending between the upper surface and the lower surface; a first layer applied to the upper surface, the first layer comprising a hygroscopic component and a hydrophobic component; and a second layer applied to the lower surface, the second layer comprising a hydrophobic component.