| abstract |
LCST polymers are disclosed with terminal alkoxysilane groups -Si (OR<1>) xRy, or with alkoxysilane groups -Si (OR<1>) xRy in the side chains relative to the main chain, in which R<1> stands for an alkyl radical with 1-6 carbon atoms, y can take the values 0, 1 and 2 and x + y = 3. The LCST polymers can be cross-linked by a condensation reaction of the alkoxysilane groups. The LCST polymers can thus be used to produce coatings which strongly adhere to surfaces. These coatings are not contaminated with radical starters, and therefore cannot initiate premature hardening, for example when incorporated into powder paints. Also disclosed are processes for producing the same and their use for coating particles and non-particulate substrate surfaces. |