Avient’s new sustainable solutions are its breakthrough PCR Color Prediction Service for polyolefins and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resins, and its new polyolefin antioxidants, Cesa™ Nox A4R Additives for Recycling. Using proprietary software, Avient experts measure resin characteristics to identify the gamut of colors that can be successfully reproduced in a specific PCR-based material. The antioxidant can be added to PCR content early in the recycling process or incorporated in virgin resin to prepare it for future recycling. 

ThermoBallistic thermoplastic panels are thermally formed with e-glass and thermoplastic resin systems, offering a cost-competitive alternative to ballistic-resistant materials made with other fibers or thermoset resins. GlasArmor thermoset panels are constructed from layers of woven e-glass fiber reinforcements with a proprietary resin system. For example, incorporating post-consumer recycled (PCR) resin into composite materials such as unidirectional tape can help reduce the carbon footprint of those composites.

Bio-derived dispersions of PVC resins Phthalate-free dispersions of PVC resins Liquid at room temperature, these customized resins can also be toll blended for any application

Re-using post-industrial or post-consumer polyester regrind has typically been limited due to the adverse effects of heat and moisture on the virgin resin. Cesa Extend Additives utilize an oligomeric reactant to repair the damage and restore the resin’s Intrinsic Viscosity (IV). Processors can then use higher proportions of recycled resin while maintaining the same processing properties as virgin PET.

POLYMER FAMILY MATERIAL PRODUCT NAME PRODUCT TYPE DOSAGE Polyolefin PEAN698413 CESA Antimicro SE 99-58 Silver 2–7.5% Polyolefin PEAN698432 CESA Antimicro J8146 Zinc 1–4% Polypropylene PPA0698636 CESA Antimicro J8259 Zinc 1–4% Nylon ABA0820032 CESA Antimicro ABA0820032 Silver 2–7.5% Polyester NBAN698441 CESA Antimicro S58441 Silver 2–7.5% Polycarbonate NCAN820009 CESA Antimicro NCAN820009 Silver 2–7.5% TPU RUA0698433 CESA Antimicro J8843 Zinc 1–4% Styrenic SLA0820011 CESA Antimicro SLA0820011 Zinc 1–4%

Composition Novoloid, or phenolic fiber, is a thermoset organic fiber produced from a phenolic novolac resin. The precursor resin is melt-spun in a solution of formaldehyde and hydrochloric acid. Very compatible with thermoset & thermoplastic resins

Transcend™ Premier Healthcare Colorants are based in polysulfone resins, allowing the material to withstand up to 1,000 autoclave cycles as well as high heat sterilization to 150℃. Based in polysulfone resins for ultra-high performance Learn about high-performance thermoplastics that surpass commodity and engineering resins

Masterbatches are based on specific high-quality resin brands, such as Ultem and Siltem. High-temperature colorants for polyetherimide resin Learn about high-performance thermoplastics that surpass commodity and engineering resins

Gravi-Tech™ BIO bio-based formulations are density modified engineered polymers that contain partially bio-based resin from renewable plant sources. Formulated with partially bio-based resin from renewable plant sources Chemical resistance can be adapted depending on base resin as required

Gravi-Tech™ REC recycled formulations are density modified engineered polymers based on recycled resin and/or filler from post-industrial recycled (PIR) and/or post-consumer recycled (PCR) sources, including ocean bound plastic waste. Based on recycled resin and/or filler from post-industrial recycled (PIR) and/or post-consumer recycled (PCR) sources, including ocean bound plastic waste Chemical resistance can be adapted depending on base resin as required