https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-12/AVNT Investor Day 2024 Presentation.pdf
Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:
• Disruptions, uncertainty or volatility in the credit markets that could adversely impact the availability of credit already arranged and the availability and cost of credit in the future;
• The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs and other political, economic and regulatory risks;
• Disruptions or inefficiencies in our supply chain, logistics, or operations;
• Changes in laws and regulations in jurisdictions where we conduct business, including with respect to plastics and climate change;
• Fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply, and in energy prices and supply;
• Demand for our products and services;
• Production outages or material costs associated with scheduled or unscheduled maintenance programs;
• Unanticipated developments that could occur with respect to contingencies such as litigation and environmental matters;
• Our ability to pay regular quarterly cash dividends and the amounts and timing of any future dividends;
• Information systems failures and cyberattacks;
• Amounts for cash and non-cash charges related to restructuring plans that may differ from original estimates, including because of timing changes associated with the underlying actions;
• Our ability to achieve strategic objectives and successfully integrate acquisitions, including the implementation of a cloud-based enterprise resource planning system, S/4HANA;
• Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates, changes in the rate of inflation, geopolitical conflicts and any recessionary conditions; and
• Other factors described in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2023, under Item 1A, “Risk Factors.”
FFT flake panels
Surface-modified
Color-stable,
permanent
anti-stat decking
Flame-retardant
wood composites
Novel multi-material solutions
Modular flame
retardant panels
Custom composite panels
Color solutions
for decking
Decking
Panels for Building
& Construction
Integrated
flame-retardant panels
Multifunctional composite panels
EXISTING EVOLVING EMERGINGEXISTING EVOLVING
FFT flake panels
Surface-modified
Color-stable,
permanent
anti-stat decking
Flame-retardant
wood composites
Novel multi-material solutions
Integrated
flame-retardant panels
Modular flame
retardant panels
Custom composite panels
Color solutions
for decking
Decking
Panels for Building
& Construction
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digital tools,
data-driven insights
artificial intelligence
Higher run-rates, improved
yields, reduced downtime and
wastage
Manufacturing
execution
system
Reduction in time-to-market,
use of alternative formulations
to mitigate risks from resin
shortage
Color
design
Faster generation/repurposing
of content, enhanced search
engine optimization leading to
more engagement
Marketing
content
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OUTCOME
Adj.
$8B ADDRESSABLE MARKET
Cross
arms
Turbine blade
stiffeners
Utility
poles
Insulator
rods
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Specialty Engineered Materials – end markets we serve
Healthcare Defense Energy
Industrial Telecom Transportation ConsumerPackaging
Building and
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Our competitive advantage
Breadth and depth
of specialty solutions
Global footprint
with localized
customer intimacy
Manufacturing and
material formulation
expertise
Quality, regulatory,
and sustainability
• Engineered thermoplastics,
advanced elastomers,
additives, fibers, composites
• Unidirectional tapes, fabrics,
panels, pultrusions, shapes
• Operations in Americas,
Europe and Asia
• Source materials globally,
translate across regions
• Deep application knowledge
and design services
• Core competencies in fiber,
tape, composite lamination
and pultrusion processes
• Strong material science
expertise to address needs
• Strong regulatory and quality
management systems
• Industry accredited sites
• Recognized sustainability
ratings
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Margin expansion opportunity
SEM margin expansion
+300bps
margin expansion
• Organic volume growth and
SG&A efficiencies from
prioritizing resources
• Increased sales in higher margin
growth platforms such as
composites and healthcare
Productivity • Yield improvement
• Raw material harmonization
• Supply chain optimization
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OUTDOOR GEAR
MAKER
F I S H I N G T O O L G R I P
• Aesthetically differentiate new products while optimizing
user functionality and safety
• Meet weatherability performance required by industry
standard UV and Salt Water Exposure tests
• Resist fish oils, sunscreens, and cleaners
• Comply with FDA food contact requirements
• Provided product development support from
concept to production, including visual brand
integration, part design, and material selection
• Customized grip design and TPE formulation to
retain grip and tactile feel in wet and oily
environments
• Expedited lead time with advanced design and 3D
modeling services to enable product launch at key
industry tradeshow
• Offered global supply continuity with local technical
and manufacturing support
Custom Versaflex™ Wet Grip TPE and Avient
Design Services
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/resource-center/services/avient-design