https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-12/Versaflex TPE Fitness band-case study snapshot_1202.pdf
GLOBAL FITNESS
BRAND
R E S I S T A N C E B A N D
• Soft material (25-30 Shore A durometer)
• Grippy feel
• Good colorability
• Compatible with injection molding
• Developed a custom-made TPE with
excellent rebound resilience, even after
45,000 stretches
• Replaced thermoset rubber with a
recyclable material
• Supported higher production efficiency to
reduce total cost
Versaflex Thermoplastic Elastomers
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-10/maxxam-fr-category-cable-case-study.pdf
MAJOR W&C
PRODUCER
C A T E G O R Y C A B L E
• Flame retardance
• Replace fluorinated ethylene propylene (FEP)
• High tensile strength and high elongation at break
• Low dielectric constant (Dk) of 2.7-2.9 for data signal
integrity
• Satisfied stringent UL 444 requirements with
an FEP alternative to achieve cost savings
• Mitigated regulatory concerns with
comprehensive technical support during
testing and commercialization
• Met required melt strength parameters for
efficient profile extrusion
Maxxam™ FR Flame Retardant Polyolefin
Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-01/ECCOH 5983 - Power Cable - Case Study Snapshot.pdf
CABLE
MANUFACTURER
J A C K E T F O R P O W E R C A B L E
• High tear resistance > 11 N/mm
• High ESCR performance
• Cost efficient solution
• Hot pressure resistance above 80°C
• Provided a jacket solution that complies with
the LTS1 requirement as per BS 7655-6.1
• Enabled use in armored cables operating at
a maximum conductor temperature of 90°C
• Supported customer to optimize processing
of the new material
ECCOH™ LSFOH 5983 Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-09/Therma-Tech_Vehicle Light Heat Sink_NA_case-study-snapshot.pdf
AUTOMOTIVE
OEM
V E H I C L E L I G H T H E A T S I N K S
• Replace aluminium to reduce part weight and cost
• Excellent thermal performance
• Simplify manufacturing process
• Reduced part weight by 40% and 44% in two
heat sink designs while matching the
performance of the incumbent material
• Met thermal efficiency demands through part
re-design and material selection support
• Customized multiple formulations to satisfy
customer needs
• Improved manufacturability by changing to a
single injection molding step
Therma-Tech™ Thermally Conductive
Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-10/gravi-tech-spirit-bottle-caps.pdf
LUXURY PACKAGING
MANUFACTURER
S P I R I T B O T T L E C A P S
• Specific gravity of 1.6
• EU and FDA compliant material
• ABS-based material suitable for electroplating
• Delivered a customized density polymer that
supported electroplating, resulting in both
the look and feel of metal
• Demonstrated experience and expertise in
density-modified material technology and
electroplating to reach application goals
quickly and cost-effectively
Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Complet - Aftermarket Motor Mount - case study snapshot.pdf
AFTERMARKET PARTS
MANUFACTURER
M O T O R M O U N T
• Reduced part weight with retained performance
• High strength
• Corrosion resistance
• Fatigue resistance
• Facilitated lightweighting with a long glass fiber
PA66 composite that matched the performance of
the incumbent metal part
• Met strength and corrosion requirements while
achieving cost savings and reduced processing
steps versus a die cast aluminum part
• Relieved performance fears with mold flow
analysis and hands-on technology support
• Sampled quickly to accelerate speed to market
KEY REQUIREMENTS
METAL REPLACEMENT
LEARN MORE
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/complet-lft-internal-backpack-frame.pdf
MAJOR OUTDOOR
RETAILER
I N T E R N A L W I L D G A M E
B A C K P A C K F R A M E
• Simpler manufacturing process to enable higher volume
production
• Retain shape while carrying wild game load
• Toughness to survive backcountry use
• Easy cleaning after use
• Lowered production cost by substituting
injection molded composite for thermoset
layup
• Redesigned frame to meet higher structural
load requirements
• Integrated design features to ease cleaning
and improve functionality
Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber PA66
Composite
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-05/OnColor Combination MIC Color - Center Console - Application Snapshot.pdf
AUTOMOTIVE OEM
C E N T R A L C O N S O L E P A R T
• Metallic aspect
• Good surface appearance
• UV resistance
• Cost effective alternative to paint
• Offered a paint replacement solution with a
molded-in-color metallic effect
• Provided color matching expertise
• Utilized simulation tools to predict part
aspect and suggest the best injection point
for process and mold optimization
• Optimized formulation for metallic effects
Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants &
Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Versaflex OM TPEs for Sealing Ring of Blood Lancet.pdf
BLOOD LANCET
MANUFACTURER
S E A L I N G R I N G
• Compliance with strict regulations for medical materials
• Excellent sealing performance
• Good compression set
• Provided a recycled TPE solutions
compared to silicone without increasing
system cost
• Delivered a TPE that complied with ISO
10993-4 & -5 and USP Class VI
• Supported a change to an injection molded
material to ease production and enhance
assembly capabilities
Versaflex™ HC TPEs – OM1040-1 Grade
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-05/Small Order Service Personal Care Application Snapshot.pdf
PERSONAL CARE
PRODUCTS
MANUFACTURER
B O T T L E S A N D C L O S U R E S
• Achieve a lower cost on low volume orders
• Accommodate a large number of custom designs with
rapid color development and matching
• Gain quick turnaround for colorant orders
• Offered flat pricing with a minimum order
quantity (MOQ) of 10 pounds
• Eliminated low-volume surcharges, driving
leaner inventory management
• Implemented shorter development lead
times to enable faster market access
• Provided 3-day order lead times
ColorMatrix™ Small Order Service
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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