Solid anti-friction devices – materials therefor – lubricant or se – Solid anti-friction device – article or material therefor
Reexamination Certificate
2007-06-26
2007-06-26
McAvoy, Ellen M. (Department: 1764)
Solid anti-friction devices, materials therefor, lubricant or se
Solid anti-friction device, article or material therefor
C508S106000, C508S107000, C508S108000, C508S109000
Reexamination Certificate
active
09833755
ABSTRACT:
An article having a bearing surface with improved wear characteristics is provided. The article may be formed from a composition that includes a polymeric material, a lubricious and reinforcing additive, and a solid lubricant. Methods for forming the compositions and structures are also provided.
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Mack James P.
Mack Thomas P.
Mack, Sr. Edward J.
Conlin David G.
Edwards Angell Palmer & & Dodge LLP
McAvoy Ellen M.
Russett Mark D.
Tri-Mack Plastics Manufacturing Corp.
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