By using Artisan pre-colored ABS thermoplastics, molders are able to produce parts with a brilliant, high-gloss metallic effect without any secondary processing. Examples include:  •    Barrier technologies that preserve the shelf-life and quality of food, beverages, medicine and other perishable goods through high-performance materials that require less plastic •    Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation  •    Breakthrough technologies that minimize wastewater and improve the recyclability of materials and packaging across a spectrum of end uses  FOR MEDIA USE ONLY: To download a high-resolution image, please click here: FOR MEDIA USE ONLY

Caption: Introducing Avient’s new Range of ColorMatrix™ Lactra™ Dairy Protection Additives With Low Total Inorganic and TiO2 Content               [To download a high-resolution image, please click here: FOR MEDIA USE ONLY] In PET packaging, specialized light blocking additives are regularly used to stop visible-light induced contents from degrading under commercially relevant storage conditions, helping to prolong the shelf life of dairy packaged products such as ultra-high temperature (UHT) milk. Barrier technologies that preserve the shelf-life and quality of food, beverages, medicine and other perishable goods through high-performance materials that require less plastic

To download a high-resolution image, please click here: FOR MEDIA USE ONLY   Dyneema® is a premium brand of ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) that is 15 times stronger than steel yet light enough to float on water. By intersecting our broad portfolio of technologies with the product roadmaps of our customers, we help create differentiated and high-performance products that make the world better and more sustainable.

OEMs and medical molders need high-performing material solutions for use with various medical device and healthcare applications,” said Jean-Paul Scheepens, general manager, Americas, Specialty Engineered Materials at Avient. Barrier technologies that preserve the shelf-life and quality of food, beverages, medicine and other perishable goods through high-performance materials that require less plastic FOR MEDIA USE ONLY: To download a high-resolution image, please click here: FOR MEDIA USE ONLY

GLS recommended a Versalloy™ thermoplastic vulcanizate (TPV) alloy for excellent surface quality, easy processing with excellent flow, and high tear strength. PTA was pleased with the moldability and processing ease of the Versalloy TPV, which delivers a high-quality surface finish and resists striations that can occur with other elastomers. Its high performance under rugged conditions helps generate recommendations and repeat orders.

These new materials can help manufacturers to meet consumer expectations such as higher capacity, faster data transfer speeds, and coverage in high density areas. Barrier technologies that preserve the shelf-life and quality of food, beverages, medicine and other perishable goods through high-performance materials that require less plastic EDITORS: For a high-resolution image, please click here: FOR MEDIA USE ONLY

To download a high-resolution image, please click here: FOR MEDIA USE ONLY  We are pleased to support the growth of photovoltaic power generation systems with these new high-performing materials.”   In addition, they enable high processing speeds and, due to their unique technology, can offer up to a 50% reduction in catalyst usage compared with competitive technologies.  

To download a high-resolution image, please click here: FOR MEDIA USE ONLY  We understand the need to adapt to evolving regulations while continuing to provide high-performing, flame-retardant solutions. They provide excellent resistance to heat, oil, creep, and abrasion for durability – which can help reduce the risk and rate of material degradation over time – plus high extrusion speeds and ambient curing for additional processing advantages and efficiencies.

Resilience™ LS High Reflectance PVC performs on par with metallized plastics, such as polycarbonate (PC) and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), and offers higher light reflectance without metallization. EDITORS: For a high-resolution image, please click here: LED Lighting Innovations PHOTO CAPTION: Resilience™ LS High Reflectance PVC, one of two new grades from PolyOne, offers higher light reflectance and other performance benefits than typical metalized PC

In late 2016, PolyOne acquired Germany’s COMPTEK, an innovator in formulating high-temperature polymers. This higher Tg frees manufacturers to design parts that can withstand greater operating temperatures and high-temperature sterilization without warping. EDITORS: For a high-resolution image, please click here: PEEK-based Blends