https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/entry-door-1-page-case-study.pdf
unreinforced metal
• Enabled reduction in thickness of sheet
metal while maintaining structural
performance
Polystrand™ PETG continuous fiber
reinforced composite laminate thermally
bonded to steel door skin
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.polyone.com/products/advanced-composites/continuous-fiber-composite-tape-laminates-and-barstock/polystrand-continuous-fiber-tapes-laminates
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-02/complet-lft-automotive-removable-roof-bracket.pdf
AUTOMOTIVE
OEM
S U V R E M O V A B L E R O O F
P A N E L L O C K I N G B R A C K E T
• Lower weight by replacing cast steel
• High stiffness & strength requirements to mimic metal
performance
• Critical dimensional tolerances to safely secure removable
roof panels
• Lowered weight by over four pounds per
vehicle to achieve 80% reduction with
carbon fiber reinforced composite
• Provided injection molded material solution
to simplify fabrication and eliminate need for
powder-coating finish
Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber PPA Composite
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/high-temperature-polymer-formulations/compl%C4%93t-long-fiber-reinforced-structural-thermoplastics
Automotive OEM
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Complet - Aftermarket Motor Mount - case study snapshot.pdf
A F T E R M A R K E T PA RT S
M A N U FAC T U R E R
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
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WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
Complēt™ Long Fiber Reinforced Structural
Thermoplastics
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It can be used at a wide range of dosage levels, providing flexibility to achieve the desired shelf life requirements.
Our expanding portfolio of offerings includes colorants, advanced composites, functional additives, engineered materials, and Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-showcases-industry-leading-solutions-wire-2016
Wire and cable materials from PolyOne are selected for use in a wide range of end-use markets, including appliances, building & construction, communications, oil & gas, shipboard & marine, and solar energy.
New non-halogen, low smoke and fume ECCOH™ 5702 specialty polymers are being introduced at the WIRE show to facilitate easier installation of optical fiber cables, even in complex conduit and over long distances.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-03/decking-case-study-1-pager.pdf
https://www.avient.com/products/advanced-composites/continuous-fiber-composite-tape-laminates-and-barstock/polystrand-continuous-fiber-tapes-laminates
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/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/high-temperature-polymer-formulations/compl%C4%93t-long-fiber-reinforced-structural-thermoplastics
https://www.avient.com/news/medtec-china-2024-avient-announces-healthcare-tpu-manufacturing-expansion
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Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports
Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-09/lubrione-processing-guide.pdf
MOLD DESIGN RECOMMENDATIONS
Gates
• Many different types of gates can be used such as pin, fan, tunnel, tab and edge gates.
Avient makes no warranties or
guarantees respecting suitability of either Avient’s products or the information for your process or end-use application.
You have the responsibility to conduct full-scale end-product performance testing
to determine suitability in your application, and you assume all risk and liability arising from your use of the information and/or use or handling of any product.
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations/nymax-bergamid-polymer
Ideal for use in the transportation, household appliance and electrical and electronic applications
Provided color matching expertise to match glass fiber reinforced formulation to specific customer requirement
Nymax™ Glass and Mineral Fiber Reinforced Nylon 6 Formulation delivers service and performance for transportation OEM