18561755. PACKAGED ABRASIVE ARTICLES simplified abstract (3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY)

PACKAGED ABRASIVE ARTICLES

Organization Name

3M INNOVATIVE PROPERTIES COMPANY

Inventor(s)

Maiken Givot of St. Paul MN (US)

Melissa C. Schillo-armstrong of Woodbury MN (US)

Thomas P. Besonen of Shoreview MN (US)

Christopher S. Lyons of St. Paul MN (US)

Scott J. Jones of Woodbury MN (US)

David J. Rowe of Roseville MN (US)

PACKAGED ABRASIVE ARTICLES - A simplified explanation of the abstract

This abstract first appeared for US patent application 18561755 titled 'PACKAGED ABRASIVE ARTICLES

Simplified Explanation: The patent application describes a packaged abrasive article that includes an abrasive article sealed within a bag. The bag is made of a multilayer barrier film for protection.

Key Features and Innovation:

• Abrasive article hermetically sealed within a bag
• Abrasive particles retained in a phenolic binder
• Bag made of a multilayer barrier film
• Film includes substrate layer, polymerized acrylic layers, and aluminosilicate layer

Potential Applications: This technology can be used in various industries such as manufacturing, construction, automotive, and woodworking where abrasives are needed for finishing and polishing surfaces.

Problems Solved: This technology addresses the need for protecting abrasive articles from environmental factors such as moisture and air that can degrade their performance and shelf life.

Benefits:

• Extended shelf life of abrasive articles
• Protection from moisture and air
• Maintains the quality and effectiveness of abrasive particles

Commercial Applications: The technology can be applied in the production of abrasive products for commercial sale in hardware stores, industrial supply shops, and online retailers catering to professionals and DIY enthusiasts.

Questions about Abrasive Article Packaging: 1. How does the multilayer barrier film protect the abrasive article from environmental factors? 2. What are the potential cost implications of using this packaging technology for abrasive products?

Frequently Updated Research: There may be ongoing research on improving the barrier properties of the film to enhance the protection of abrasive articles in various environments.

Original Abstract Submitted

A packaged abrasive article comprises an abrasive article hermetically sealed within a bag. The abrasive article comprises abrasive particles at least partially retained in a phenolic binder. The bag comprises a multilayer barrier film that comprises: a first substrate layer; a first polymerized acrylic layer disposed on the first substrate layer; an aluminosilicate layer disposed on the first polymerized acrylic layer; and a second polymerized acrylic layer disposed on the aluminosilicate layer.