https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-02/Gravi-Tech REC - Luxury Bottle Top - Applications Snapshot.pdf
CAP PRODUCER
L U X U R Y B O T T L E C A P
• A density modified solution - ABS filled 2.2g/cm3
• Incorporates post-consumer recycled ABS content
• Ability to be metallized comparable to prime materials
• Continuity of supply
• Formulated a custom material with post-
consumer recycled ABS content
• Provided a more sustainable solution while
keeping comparable performance characteristics
to the prime grade previously used
• Enabled customer to produce bottle top with
weight, look and touch of metal, denoting luxury
Gravi-Tech™ REC Recycled Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/case-study-nymax-rigid-phone-case.pdf
LEADING OUTDOOR
PRODUCTS OEM
P R O T E C T I V E P H O N E C A S E
• Alternative to traditional PC/ABS for improved toughness
and chemical resistance
• Substrate must have improved bondability to a protective
TPE overmold
• Looking for a differentiated “feel”
• Offered a proven expertise in selecting the
right combination of substrate polymer, TPE
for overmolding, and color concentrate for
optimal processing and performance
• Provided custom solution after collaborating
with molders and OEM through on-site trials
and troubleshooting support
• Enabled the customer to expand their
offering for the outdoor consumer market
• Custom Nymax™ PA6 Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-03/Maxxam BIO Difas Toothbrush Application Snapshot.pdf
DIFAS
T O O T H B R U S H H A N D L E
• Replace current polymer with a more sustainable solution
• Excellent surface finish with multiple color options
• Processed using current molding equipment and
machinery
• Used formulation expertise to develop a custom
formulation that met critical quality parameters
and enabled customer to use existing molding
equipment
• Enabled customer to work towards sustainability
goals and bring a competitive solution to the
market
• Enhanced the marketplace appeal of the end
product with colorability of the material
Maxxam BIO Bio-based Polyolefin
Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-09/case-study-one-pager-gls-om-bergamid-victorinox-pen-knife-1.pdf
VICTORINOX
S W I S S S O L D I E R ’ S K N I F E
Transition from metal to polymer handle that would be more
ergonomic and provide:
• Scratch and chemical resistance
• Impact resistance and durability
• A grippy, soft-touch feel
• Collaborated with the customer to fully
understand and meet their design challenges
and goals
• Used design and material expertise to develop
a customized two-material solution that met all
key requirements
• Enabled the customer to produce a new,
innovative product appealing to its consumers
Bergamid™ nylon copolymer overmolded with
GLS™ TPE
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-11/off-road-vehicle-hood-panel-case-study-brief.pdf
O F F - ROA D V E H I C L E
B R A N D
H O O D P A N E L
• High gloss
• Scratch appearance resistance
• Ease of processing
• Provided technical support from concept to
production
• Conducted FEA and mold flow analysis
• Had solutions for either natural plus
concentrate or pre-colored to best meet
customer needs
• Customized colors to match brand identity
and preference
Artisan™ Nylon PA6 Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-10/gravi-tech-spirit-bottle-cap-disk.pdf
LUXURY CLOSURE
MANUFACTURER
S P I R I T B O T T L E C A P D I S K
• Specific gravity of 2.6 to match incumbent metal weight
• Polypropylene-based material suitable for physical vapor
deposition (PVD) surface treatment
• Provided an easy-to-process material with
an excellent surface finish for metallization
• Met custom weight target and used a
magnetic filler to support the magnetic
system in the PVD metallization process
• Enabled more design freedom by
eliminating metal working
Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/Complet LFT Wheelchair Caster Wheels - case study snapshot.pdf
WHEELCHAIR OEM
C A S T E R W H E E L
• Composite to replace a traditional aluminum caster
• Lightweight, strong material that can withstand the rigor of
daily use
• Corrosion-resistant solution to reduce cost and frequency
of maintenance
• Formulated two materials that chemically
bond seamlessly to minimize slip
• Reduced weight by 33% (280g), supporting
improved user maneuverability
• Offered an injection-moldable alternative to
metal that led to a more functional design
and reduced vibration
Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber Nylon 6/6 and
TPU Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-01/complet-craftech-non-metallic-fasteners.pdf
CRAFTECH®
N O N - M E T A L L I C F A S T E N E R S
• Corrosion resistance
• Electrical isolation
• Strength performance similar to competitive products
made of metals
• Supplied pre-colored long fiber reinforced
composites for consistent appearance
• Formulated an LFT solution to meet key
performance needs and strength to compete
against metal alternatives
• Delivered custom formulated materials on-
time with short lead times and in low release
quantities
Complēt™ Long Glass Fiber ETPU Composite
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-02/Complet LFT - Steering Column - Application Snapshotv2.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 FEA
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/2023-08/Hydrocerol Chemical Foaming Agents - PP Door Panel - Application Snapshot 2.pdf
AUTOMOTIVE OEM
P P D O O R P A N E L
• Reduce weight while maintaining exact mechanical
properties
• Provide a more sustainable solution
• Reduce CO2 emissions in material production and in the
use phase
• Offered formulation expertise and a broad
portfolio of solutions
• Provided technical support to help with
product selection and processing
parameters
• Achieved good surface finish
• Enabled a 20% weight reduction
Hydrocerol™ Chemical Foaming Agents
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?