https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-09/Smartbatch Blow Molding Brochure.pdf
By combining custom color concentrates with
performance additives, Smartbatch formulations
blend design and function in one masterbatch
solution.
HOW
SMARTBATCH™
CAN WORK
FOR YOU
Improve Functionality
Our additives solve challenges faced by both you
and your customers.
Processing conditions can cause material properties to shift from the values stated in the information.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/case-study-one-pager-maxxam-fr-fridge-base.pdf
GLOBAL FRIDGE
MANUFACTURER
R E F R I G E R A T O R B A S E
• Provide 5VA flame retardant rating
• Utilize existing molds
• Keep the same mechanical and physical properties as current
material
• Dimensional stability – limit shrinkage of final part
• High strength – bearing the weight of the whole fridge
• Maintain or reduce weight
• Expedited development time, providing solutions
ready for testing within a week
• Enabled first time approval through close
customer collaboration
• Provided excellent in person support to both
customer and moulder throughout trials
• Gave technical advice on how to adjust
processing parameters, enabling the use of
existing molds with the new material
Maxxam™ FR Flame Retardant Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-expands-production-onflex-tpes-north-america
They meet diverse performance needs for interior and exterior automotive applications including trays, door pockets, fasteners, clips, roof rack pads, roof and door trim, and window encapsulations.
With North American production, our regional customers will also benefit from improved lead times and potential cost savings.”
https://www.avient.com/news/premium-sporting-knife-manufacturer-relies-polyone’s-bergamid-nylon-extend-its-brand-message
July 10, 2017
Designers selected a custom grade of Bergamid™ high performance polymer from PolyOne for the sheath.
The company’s founders are passionate about innovative design, quality materials, and outdoor sports; one of them, Philippe Héberlé, won an Olympic gold medal for shooting at the 1984 Games in Los Angeles.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-06/Cesa LM Additives Product Bulletin.pdf
It provides high
contrast, permanent and repeatable markings in one step for increased manufacturing efficiency.
HOW DOES LASER MARKING WORK?
Processing conditions can cause material properties to shift from the values stated in the information.
https://www.avient.com/news/abre-sustainability-forum-include-highlights-avient-s-sustainable-color-and-additives-solutions
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ABRE Sustainability Forum to Include Highlights from Avient’s Sustainable Color and Additives Solutions
Hydrocerol™ Chemical Foaming Agents: polymer additives typically used in consumer goods and automotive components to reduce part weight, enabling processors to use 10 to 20% less plastic when creating parts that are visually identical to heavier, solid-walled alternatives
Avient’s commitment to sustainability can be seen through all areas of our operation – from solutions and services to our initiatives and goals,” said Alessandra Neves, Senior Marketing and Sustainability Manager, Color and Additives LATAM, Avient.
https://www.avient.com/news/new-non-pfas-mold-release-additive-avient-high-temperature-polymers-help-enhance-manufacturing-efficiency
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New Non-PFAS Mold Release Additive from Avient for High-Temperature Polymers to Help Enhance Manufacturing Efficiency
Pre-tested to both FDA food contact requirements and ISO10993 (subparts 4, 5, 10, 11)requirements for healthcare applications, the new Evoluscend™ mold release additive for high-temperature polymers is available to manufacturers globally, helping to set new benchmarks in production efficiency without PFAS-based additives.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/Investor%2520Day%2520-%2520May%25202012%2520-%2520Welcome%2520and%2520Introduction.pdf
Hanna
consolidate
• Cultures clash –
commodity wins
• Dependent on
income derived from
commodity joint
ventures
The First 6 Years
• Globally organized along
three strategic platforms
• Non-core equity
investment dispositions
• Talent upgrades, discipline
instilled throughout
organization
• New CEO hired to
transform POL into
specialty business
�18 of 20 officers new
• Implemented four
pillar strategy
• Nearly 50% of
The Second 6 Years
History of PolyOne – A Transformation
• Focused on increasing
volume, not profits
• Heavily tied to cyclical
markets
2000 2006 2012
The FormationThe Formation
The TransformationThe Transformation
The New PolyOneThe New PolyOne
organization
• Demonstrated ability
to deliver
• Nearly 50% of
business operating
income derived from
Specialty Platform*
• Specialty assets
acquired
*Pro forma for ColorMatrix acquisition
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30%
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Stock Price
S&P 500 (relative performance)
Strategy and Execution Drive Results
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Four Pillar Strategy
The World’s Premier Provider of Specialized
Polymer Materials, Services & Solutions
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2007 2012 Target 2011
“Where we were” “What we said” “Where we are”
1) Operating Income %
Specialty 3.2% 10% - 12% 8.9%
PP&S 6.1% 8% - 10% 7.2%
Pro forma ColorMatrix
Proof of Performance
Distribution 3.0% 4% - 5% 5.6%
2) Specialty Platform
sss% of Operating Income
20% >50% 50%
3) Specialty Vitality
Index
21% 35% - 40% 49%
4) ROIC* (pre-tax) 11% >15% 16%
5) Sales outside the US 37% >40% 40%
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI divided by the sum of average debt and equity over a 5 quarter period
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2011
Pro forma ColorMatrix
2015 Target
“Where we are” “Where we expect to be”
1) Operating Income %
Specialty 8.9%
PP&S 7.2%
12 – 16%
9 – 12%
Elevating our Expectations and Yours
PP&S 7.2%
Distribution 5.6%
2) Specialty Platform
% of Operating Income
50%
3) ROIC* (after-tax) 10%
4) Adjusted Annual
EPS Growth
3 yr CAGR = 71%
9 – 12%
6 – 7.5%
65 – 75%
15%
Double Digit Expansion
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI divided by the sum of average debt and equity over a 5 quarter period
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• Four pillar strategy, coupled with our ability to
execute is driving results
• Strong leadership team driving growth & executing
• Innovation and services provide differentiation and
How do we get there?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/bottle-optimization-brochure-8.5x11.pdf
How to optimize your bottles?
Some of the information arises from laboratory work with small-scale equipment which may not provide a reliable
indication of performance or properties obtained or obtainable on larger-scale equipment.
Processing conditions can cause material properties to shift from the values stated in the information.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/antimicrobial-dental-case-study.pdf
Because the toothbrushes were molded in both clear
and opaque resins, the team had to explore two
different avenues—one that preserved clarity and
one that retained opacity.
In fact, this
customer did not have the capability to design tests or
perform them, and its previous supplier didn’t share
any information.