articles

The Use of Adducts of N-Alkylalkanolamines (AAA’s) with Alkenyl Succinic Anhydrides (ASA’s), AAA carboxamides and structurally unique AAA’s as Emulsifiers in Metalworking Fluids

By Michael D.Gernon, Kurt Buyse and Robert Ash

The reaction of alkenyl succinic anhydrides (ASA’s) with N-alkylalkanolamines (AAA’s) provides mixed amide ammonium carboxylates with good emulsifying properties. A comparison of the emulsifying, corrosion inhibiting, metal staining and biostabilizing properties of these different alkanolamine derivatives will be presented. Formulation guidelines and economic considerations will be summarized, and the overall applicability of these materials to metalworking fluids will be discussed.

Understanding the Relative Volatility of Chemicals and Implications for Measuring VOC Content and Defining a VOC

By Michael D.Gernon, Kurt Buyse and Dane Jones

Summarizing the benefits and issues associated with several currently used methods of VOC analysis; including thermal evaporation methods, GC analysis and Chamber Testing.

Alkanolamine Influence on Adhesion of Waterborne Coatings to Plastics

By Michael D.Gernon, Conor M.Dowling and Daniel Alford

Reprinted from the October 2008 issue of Paint & Coatings Industry Magazine

Originally presented at the 2006 ICE Show in New Orleans, this paper, researched and written by Taminco’s Mike Gernon, Conor Dowling and Daniel Alford, addresses the influence of neutralizing alkanolamines, including Advantex and Vantex-T, on adhesion.

Enhancing Oil/Water Emulsion Stability

By Michael D.Gernon, Daniel Alford, Conor M.Dowling and Gerald P. Franco

Reprinted from the May 2009 issue of Tribology Transactions

Published for the Society of Tribologists and Lubrication Engineers, this article discusses using contact angles from the meniscus, developed within a capillary tube, as the means for calculating liquid/liquid interfacial tensions.

Simple Derivation of the pH at Which the Rate of Nitrosation of a Secondary Amine Is Maximized

By Michael D.Gernon and Christine Trumpfheller

Reprinted from the February 2003 Chemical Educator

The rate of nitrosation of a simple secondary amine in aqueous solution is greatest at the pH that maximizes the total solution content of nitrous acid and free-base (unprotonated) secondary amine. The importance of understanding pH_max with respect to promoting or avoiding nitrosamine formation is presented in this article co-authored by Taminco’s Mike Gernon.

Off-Diagonal Effects of Alkanolamines in Waterborne Coatings

By Michael D.Gernon, Conor M. Dowling and Ben Carlozzo

Reprinted from the April 2006 issue of Paint & Coatings Industry Magazine

First published in Paints & Coatings Industry magazine, this article co-authored by Mike Gernon and Conor Dowling, presents the case for Taminco’s Advantex additive as a useful neutralizing alkanolamine alternative for waterborne coatings.

Modern Tools, Ancient Art: How to Craft Metalworking Fluids with “Biosynergy”

By Michael D.Gernon and Bruce C. Hemming

Reprinted from the May 2005 issue of Lubes’N'Greases

The ancient art of formulating functional fluids has developed steadily from prehistoric times to the present. In this article from Lubes ‘n’ Greases magazine, co-author Mike Gernon helps formulators deal with the contradictory goals of absolute biological control and minimization of biocide concentrations, by use of biocide synergy.

Mysteries of Mycobacteria: Research Delves into Metalworking Fluid Risks

By Michael D.Gernon and Bruce C. Hemming

Reprinted from the December 2003 issue of Lubes’N'Greases

Presented in the December 2003 issue of Lubes ‘n’ Greases, Taminco’s Mike Garnin’s research delves into metalworking fluid risks.