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An advancing core should be used when the mold opens and the elastomer should be allowed to deflect as it is ejected. Provide a spring-loaded area if the inserted substrate is a metal or other non-compressible material. Due to the tolerance on metal and other non-compressible inserts, it is necessary to include Belleville disc springs (or high tension springs) in the design to prevent flashing of minimal thickness inserts or crushing of oversized inserts.

An advancing core should be used when the mold opens and the elastomer should be allowed to deflect as it is ejected. Provide a spring-loaded area if the inserted substrate is a metal or other non-compressible material. Due to the tolerance on metal and other non-compressible inserts, it is necessary to include Belleville disc springs (or high tension springs) in the design to prevent flashing of minimal thickness inserts or crushing of oversized inserts.

CLEVELAND – PolyOne today announced it will unveil Hammerhead™ Marine Composite Panels at the Composites and Advanced Materials Expo (CAMX) in Orlando, Fla. next week. Beyond weight reduction, Hammerhead panels can improve installation and labor productivity because they replace the typical wood, hand lay-up and vacuum assisted process with a consolidated, ready-to-install panel. PolyOne Advanced Composites will feature Hammerhead Marine Composite Panels at CAMX (booth R12), December 12–14. 

Within this new platform, our range of engineered composite technologies is virtually unmatched, spanning pultrusion, pull winding, CRTM™ panels, sandwich panels, and multilayer laminates in both thermoset and thermoplastic resins,” said Matthew Borowiec, general manager, PolyOne Advanced Composites. PolyOne Advanced Composites is exhibiting at CAMX 2016 in Anaheim, California at booth H74 from September 26-28, 2016. Photo Caption: Matt Borowiec, general manager, PolyOne Advanced Composites Photo ©PolyOne

Transforming Modular & Offsite Construction with Advanced Composites APPLICATION GUIDE Siding & Cladding Impact resistance; thermal expansion reduction; superior strength-to-thickness ratio compared to traditional siding Roofing Systems Impact resistance; flexural strength; thermally insulative; will not contribute to mold or rot Interior Wall, Floor, & Ceiling Panel Systems Improved structural integrity; integrated fire protection; customized dimensions & finishes; thermal insulation; water, pest, & impact resistance Doors Impact resistance; ballistic resistance; high strength-to-weight ratio Exterior Sheathing Continuous insulation; impact, moisture & rot resistance; lightweight construction Garage Doors Impact & corrosion resistance; high flexural strength; customized dimensions & finishes; weatherability; UV stability; weight reduction Flood Barriers Moisture & corrosion resistance; durable; will not contribute to mold growth Composite Decking & Lumber Reinforcements for increased strength; material & weight reduction Cabinetry & Storage Weight reduction; customized dimensions & finishes Hammerhead™ FR Flame Retardant Composite Panels & Laminates Hammerhead™ & Polystrand™ Composite Panels GlasArmor™ & ThermoBallistic™ Ballistic Panels Polystrand™ Continuous Fiber Tapes ADVANCED COMPOSITES FOR BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION Polystrand™ Continuous Fiber Laminates Storm Shutters Impact & ballistic resistance; superior strength-to-weight ratio Safe/Panic Rooms Ballistic & impact resistance 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com Copyright © 2025, Avient Corporation. MATERIAL SOLUTION DESCRIPTION KEY CHARACTERISTICS POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS Hammerhead™ FR Flame Retardant Composite Panels Industry-first flame retardant thermoplastic composite panels that meet ASTM E84 Class A standards for flame spread and smoke developed and configurations available to meet NFPA 286 corner room burn testing • Excellent flame performance • Moisture, UV, corrosion, impact, and rot resistant • Lightweight structural integrity • Reduce labor cost and time • Interior Wall, Floor & Ceiling Panel Systems • Garage Doors • Interior & Entry Doors • Exterior Sheathing • Siding & Cladding • Kitchen Cabinetry Hammerhead™ and Polystrand™ Composite Panels Thermoplastic composite panels constructed with Polystrand™ continuous fiber laminates thermally bonded to thermoplastic foam or honeycomb cores • Moisture, UV, corrosion, impact, and rot resistant • Lightweight structural integrity • Reduce labor cost and time • Garage Doors • Interior Entry Doors • Interior Wall, Floor & Ceiling Panel Systems • Exterior Sheathing • Siding & Cladding • Kitchen Cabinetry Polystrand™ Continuous Fiber Tapes & Laminates High strength unidirectional (UD) glass fibers combined with thermoplastic resins available in unidirectional tapes or multi-ply laminates • High strength and stiffness • Enables impact resistance • Formulations available to meet ASTM E84 Class A and Class B flame/smoke rating • Composite Deckng • Interior & Entry Doors • Roofing Systems GlasArmor™ Ballistic Resistant Panels Ballistic protection constructed from layers of 0°/90° woven E-glass fiber reinforcements with a proprietary thermoset resin system • UL 752 Level 1–3 compliant • Less than 25% the weight of comparable steel panel • 1-hr fire rating per ASTM E119* • Safe/Panic Rooms • Garage Doors • Interior & Entry Doors ThermoBallistic™ Thermoplastic Panels Industry-first thermoplastic ballistic resistant panels thermally formed with layers of 0°/90° UD E-glass fiber reinforcements and polyolefin-based resin systems • UL 752 Level 3 compliant • Extremely lightweight • Moisture, UV, and corrosion resistant • Safe/Panic Rooms • Garage Doors • Interior & Entry Doors * UL Level 3 panel was fire tested as part of a wall system with steel studs and drywall facesheet

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