https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Avient_SecurityPolicy_Dec_18_2023.pdf
It is the responsibility of each person at Avient, including contractors, suppliers, and visitors, to follow all security procedures, to remain aware of and report all possible security threats, to remain committed to working in a secure and safe manner, and to be prepared to respond to emergencies safely and effectively.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Avient_Environmental Policy_Dec_18_2023.pdf
It is the responsibility of each person at Avient to ensure that all operations in the company are carried out in accordance with this policy.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-10/Stan Tone HC Plus Menstrual Cups Snapshot.pdf
SILICONE PRODUCT MANUFACTURER M E N S T R U A L C U P S • Biocompatible silicone pigment dispersion that meets healthcare industry material requirements • Custom-colored silicone paste colorant dispersion for liquid silicone rubber (LSR) • Offered a USP Class VI certified, biocompatible silicone colorant dispersion with necessary regulatory support to meet the stringent demands of healthcare product manufacturing • Provided color customization options through personalized communication and high-level technical support Stan-Tone HC Plus Silicone Dispersions for Healthcare KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-06/Position on Water Stewardship.pdf
It is the responsibility of each person at Avient to ensure that all operations in the company are carried out in accordance with this policy.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/PCF One-pager.pdf
• Highlight Personal Efforts: Showcase specific commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by using lower carbon footprint solutions. • Develop Sustainable Products: Leverage Avient’s solutions to create new products that offer reduced environmental impact.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/OnColor Lux Colorants for Glow-In-The-Dark Effects Product Bulletin.pdf
Common applications include security guidance systems, home appliances, switches, personal safety equipment, toys, baby care products, and fishing and camping products.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/oncolor-naturals-product-bulletin.pdf
CUSTOMER BENEFITS Eco-conscious design and incorporating consideration for the environmental impacts of a product during its whole lifecycle have become an industry benchmark for cosmetics and personal care applications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-10/ColorMatrix SOS Small Order Program Bulletin.pdf
Examples can include: • Food & beverage packaging • Personal care packaging PROGRAM BULLETIN 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com Copyright © 2022, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-11/Rejoin PCR Colorants Product Bulletin.pdf
KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Enables 100% PCR packaging • Helps companies meet sustainability goals • Replaces virgin resin, reducing total energy consumption and limiting emissions* • Combines colorants and functional additives in one solution • Allows for full recyclability of the end product • Provides a lower carbon product footprint than traditional masterbatch • Suitable for use in polyethylene (PET) and polypropylene (PP) as well as in rPET and rPP applications MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS Rejoin PCR Colorants are designed for use in a broad range of applications, including household and personal care packaging, consumer goods, or food and beverage containers.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-11/Cesa Clean Processing Usage Guide.pdf
GUIDELINES FOR USING CESA CLEAN ADDITIVES • Cesa Clean works best when molded maintaining normal (injection) pressure/shear • For best results, Avient recommends a “Running Color Change” which eliminates breaks in the molding cycle • Since the Cesa Clean concentrate will expand, it is recommended to reduce the shot size by 20% • It is designed for use at a let-down ratio (LDR) of 3.0% or (33:1); however, use rate can vary depending on the severity of the contamination but typically is 2.0–4.0% (a use rate higher than 6.0% may not have any positive affect on the cleaning performance) • Using Cesa Clean as a routine part of your color change rotation will allow faster changes and consume a minimal amount of raw material - Note: If the manifold is not cleaned routinely, this process may be more time consuming and additional material will be required • It is best to process at your normal polymer processing temperatures - For best performance, stock temperature should be at least 400°F - If 400°F is achieved during the purging process, no additional activation will occur during the reprocessing of regrind - All parts produced during the “Running Purge Cycle” should be captured as regrind, resulting in a scrap-free color change - If using sequential gates, open and close all gates at the same time while purging the tool - If contamination appears to be coming from one gate, open and close first, and for an extended period of time, to force more material through this location - When cleaning in this manner, pay close attention to shot size - Parts containing the previous or new color plus any Cesa Clean can be used as regrind INTRODUCING CESA CLEAN TO YOUR PROCESS Hand Blend • Hand weigh enough of the Cesa Clean and natural resin mix to equate to 3–5 times the barrel capacity • Use rate should be 3.0% or 33:1 for routine cleaning • For difficult-to-clean tooling, or tooling which is not routinely cleaned, start at 4.0% or 25:1 • Note: Do not attempt to vacuum load more than 15 feet from source as stratification/separation may occur Volumetric Feeder • Calibrate feeder to dispense 3.0% or 33:1 for routine cleaning • For difficult-to-clean tooling, or tooling which is not routinely cleaned, start at 4.0% or 25:1 • This style of feeder is highly recommended for at-the-throat metering of Cesa Clean Blending Units Most blenders have an extra bin for an additive • Fill the additive bin with Cesa Clean • Set blender to introduce the Cesa Clean at 2.0 to 4.0% • Note: Do not air convey any further than 15 feet as Cesa Clean has a high density and may separate from the mix.
GETTING STARTED TIMING IS THE KEY TO A RUNNING COLOR CHANGE Hand Blend • Have the purge blend ready to load • If hopper contains a mixture of resin, color and/ or regrind, it should be run dry or drained before beginning the color change, keeping the screw full so press cycle continues • Run the main resin hopper dry or shut off hopper to hand feed at the throat • Once press is clean, slide hopper in place and proceed with next color-resin blend • The next color can be added while Cesa Clean is still in the barrel • When splay is no longer visible in parts, reset shot size, parts should be ready to pack (Single) Volumetric/Gravimetric Metering Unit at the Throat • Empty and clean feeder while press continues to run • Add Cesa Clean to the feeder color hopper and calibrate to a 3.0% use rate • When press is clean, start next color • When splay is no longer visible in parts, reset shot size, parts should be ready to pack • Note: If an open/unused secondary feeder is installed, use it for the Cesa Clean concentrate Central Blending Unit • Thoroughly clean unit while continuing to mold parts, keeping a resin feed to the press • Using a clean open hopper or regrind hopper, add the Cesa Clean concentrate • Set blender for additive/color to 3.0% • Once press is clean, drain hopper and/or central blending unit while continuing to mold parts • Begin new color and continue to mold parts • When splay is no longer visible in parts, reset shot size, parts should be ready to pack Process Adjustments That Can Help • Increase back pressure • Increase screw speed • Increase injection speed (in some tools maximum injection speed can facilitate cleaning) • Reduce mold close time (faster cycle) • Always remember a stock temperature of 400°F is essential When press and tool are clean, return all settings to standard production process profile.