https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/case-study-one-pager-gravi-tech-kitchen-knife-handle.pdf
CUTLERY MAKER
P R E M I U M K I T C H E N K N I V E S
• Replaced aluminum while providing the same premium
weight and feel of a metal
• Withstand dishwashing without the discoloration issues of
aluminum handles
• Streamlined the design and molding
phase, working directly with the
manufacturer
• Enabled the customer to expand their
product line, providing a dishwasher safe
kitchen knife into the market
Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Material
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Bergamid Polymer Formulations - Military Helmet - Case Study Snapshot.pdf
S A F E T Y E Q U I P M E N T
M A N U FAC T U R E R
M I L I T A R Y H E L M E T P A R T S
• High impact resistance
• RAL 6031 – military green color
• High molecular weight
• Met impact resistance requirements for
military helmets
• Delivered strong collaboration with Avient
Design team and service
• Provided specific RAL color matching for
military application
Bergamid™ Polymer Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-05/complet-lft-moisture-resistant-watercraft-steering-column-application-snapshot.pdf
PERSONAL
WATERCRAFT OEM
S T E E R I N G C O L U M N
• Similar strength performance to existing aluminum assembly
• Withstand outdoor UV exposure
• Weight reduction for improved performance
• Corrosion and moisture resistance
• Premium aesthetic
• Provided a material that met application load
requirements and allowed for part
consolidation
• Delivered confidence in changing material
through design consultation, robust Mold Flow
simulation support, and UV customization
• Incorporated carbon fiber to support a
marketing story
Complēt™ Hybrid Moisture Resistant Composite
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-02/complet-lft-bettcher-motor-yoke.pdf
Microsoft PowerPoint - Complet LFT Bettcher Motor Yoke.pptx
BETTCHER
INDUSTRIES
Q U A N T U M ™ M O T O R Y O K E
• Reliably support 25-pound motor without deflection
• Reduce manufacturing system costs through metal-to-
composite conversion
• Chemical resistance to withstand corrosive substances
during frequent sanitation and during use
• Optimized yoke design for new material and
performed CAE analysis to confirm reliability
• Reduced part weight by nearly 40%
• Single-step injection molding fabrication cut
lead times and lowered per part costs
• Molded-in color eliminated secondary
painting and finishing operations
Complēt™ Long Glass Fiber Nylon Composite
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-04/CCG Application Snapshot_Catering OEM.pdf
Catering oem
C AT E R I N G O E M
F O O D B L E N D E R P I T C H E R
• FDA compliance with no Bisphenol A (BPA)
• High heat resistance
• Transparent aesthetics
• Good processing performance
• Developed a solution that seamlessly
complements pure PES materials
• Minimized color deviation
• Enabled the possibility of weight reduction
• Made target color available
• Provided commercial, technical, and operational
excellence support
Colorant Chromatics PES Color
Concentrate
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/OnForce LFT - Street Light Arm - Case Study Snapshot.pdf
LIGHTING
MANUFACTURER
S T R E E T L I G H T A R M
• Limit corrosion
• Replace metal insert, maintaining strength
• Black color
• UV resistance, as used for an outdoor application
• Electrical isolation
• Utilized simulation services from Avient Design to
optimize the product’s design for performance
and processability
• Achieved required ageing test with the support
from R&D and ADTS
• Replaced the need to use a metal insert, reducing
part weight, cost and simplifying the production
process
OnForce Long Glass Fiber Reinforced
Polypropylene Composites
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/2023 Hammerhead Application _ Install Guide.pdf
HAMMERHEAD™
MARINE COMPOSITE PANELS
APPLICATION & INSTALLATION GUIDE
PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION
FEATURE BENEFIT
Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio
Lightweight yet strong structural
performance and increased payloads
Resistance to UV light, chemicals,
moisture degradation and rot
Resistance to harsh marine conditions
Tough and impact resistant Durability and long product life
Dimensionally stable
Consistent performance in extreme
temperature and humidity fluctuations
Strong adhesive properties Easy bonding to various materials
FEATURE BENEFIT
Ready-to-install Fewer parts & reduced scrap
Large format
Improved aesthetics with
seamless designs
Made via continuous-fiber
manufacturing process
Consistent quality in every panel
PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES
MANUFACTURING ADVANTAGES
Hammerhead™ Marine Composite Panels
are made from continuous glass-fiber
reinforced thermoplastic face sheets
and polyester foam cores.
Stringers
Bulkheads,
Decking and
Transoms
Doors and
Cabinetry
Ceilings
and Hatches
MECHANICAL PERFORMANCE
Superior strength-to-weight ratio
PROPERTY
TEST
METHOD
PANEL THICKNESS
.50" .75" 1.00"
13 mm 19 mm 25 mm
Core Density* ISO 845
7 lb/ft3 7 lb/ft3 7 lb/ft3
115 kg/m3 115 kg/m3 115 kg/m3
Flexural Rigidity ASTM D7249
35,000 lb/in2
10.3 kg/m2
75,000 lb/in2
21.9 kg/m2
118,000 lb/in2
34.5 kg/m2
Areal Weight Calculated
0.89 lb/ft2
4.3 kg/m2
1.03 lb/ft2
5.0 kg/m2
1.17 lb/ft2
5.7 kg/m2
Core Shear Yield ASTM C393
101 psi
0.70 MPa
96 psi
0.66 MPa
88 psi
0.61 MPa
Max Load ASTM C393
357.5 lbs
162.2 kg
513.4 lbs
232.9 kg
551.1 lbs
250.0 kg
Core Shear ULT ASTM C393
113 psi
0.78 MPa
109 psi
0.75 MPa
94 psi
0.65 MPa
Face Bend Stress ASTM C393
9,008 psi
62.11 MPa
8,725 psi
60.16 MPa
7,542 psi
52.00 MPa
USES &
APPLICATIONS
* Additional core density panels are available in 5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3) and 8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3).
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-04/Sustainable Material Answers_ Recycled PET 2022_0.pdf
STAGE SOLUTION CAPABILITIES
Polymer Recycling ColorMatrix™ rePrize™ - Increases intrinsic viscosity to enhance use of recycled PET
- Reduces yellowing and decontamination
Materials Selection ColorMatrix™ Joule™ RHB - Reduces the energy required and costs
- Ensures minimal yellowing and light-weighting
Preform Molding ColorMatrix™ AAzure™ - Reduces yellowing and acetaldehyde levels for improved
bottled strength
Preform Molding ColorWorks™ - Provides a range of possible colors for end products based
on the color of the rPET available for use
Preform Molding Rejoin™ PCR Masterbatch - Combines pigments and functional additives with a 100% PCR carrier
for polyolefins
- Enables packaging that is 100% PCR
Bottle Blowing & Filling ColorMatrix™ Optica™ - Excellent acid & thermal stability to reduce yellowing and create
a haze-free container
Bottle Blowing & Filling ColorMatrix™ Smartheat RHC™
Process Aid
- Optimizes weight distribution to increase bottle strength and quality
- Reduces energy required and costs
Sales, Distribution,
Consumption
ColorMatrix™ Amosorb™ - Scavenges oxygen to extend the shelf life and preserve the
freshness of food or beverages within container
Sales, Distribution,
Consumption
ColorMatrix™ Ultimate™ UV - Blocks ultraviolet light transmission to protect the container
and its contents
- Enables light-weighting
Sales, Distribution,
Consumption
ColorMatrix™ Lactra™ - High-performance light blocking that extends the shelf life
of light-sensitive dairy products
Taking the
Next Steps
Move Your Sustainability to the Next Level
Because sustainable material solutions and technology are evolving at
the speed of life, it takes fresh thinking, agile R & D, and imaginative use
of next-generation materials to bring
life-changing products to market safely and quickly.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-03/Modular Wall Construction_Case Study Snapshot.pdf
R E S I D E N T I A L BU I L D I N G
M A N U FA C T U R E R
M O D U L A R W A L L C O N S T R U C T I O N
• Technical expertise to provide a custom composite panel
that meets performance requirements
• High strength-to-weight ratio compared to incumbent
materials
• High impact resistance, durability, and structural integrity
• On-site technical support with product
development, including rigorous material
sampling and testing
• Custom-formulated panel structures
meeting impact and lightweight
requirements
• Technical capabilities to provide a solution
meeting residential fire testing
Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composite Panels
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Polystrand aPET Thermoplastic Composites for Cargo Trailers Application Snapshot.pdf
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C A R G O T R A I L E R
M A N U FA C T U R E R
T R A I L E R W A L L S & F L O O R
• Replace metal sheet skin and framing on current trailer
design
• Reduce trailer weight and labor costs
• Provide a reliable supply chain and quality control system
• Provided an impact resistant and corrosion-
proof composite material to prevent dents
and rust
• Reduced labor costs by delivering a
customized three-layer composite with a
polymer film to replace sheet metal and
metal framing
• Ensured supply chain reliability with fast
delivery and quality control located in North
America
Polystrand™ APET Thermoplastic Composite
Tri-ply Laminate
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?