https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-09/edgetek-et9600-lds-antenna-array-case-study.pdf
MAJOR TELECOM
COMPANY
L D S A N T E N N A A R R A Y
• Required material suitable for Laser Direct Structuring
(LDS) for a 3D antenna design that allowed Surface Mount
Technology (SMT) for mass production in a short
manufacturing time
• 265°C /10 seconds
• Provided high-heat material to enable
miniaturization and multi-function integration
for an innovative 3D design
• Formulated LDS solution with low dielectric
constant (Dk 3.98) and dissipation factor (Df
0.006) values
Edgetek™ ET9600-8015 Formulation
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DESIGN FREEDOM + SMT
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Versaflex OM - Rotary Power Tool Handle
PREMIUM POWER
TOOL BRAND
R O T A R Y P O W E R T O O L
H A N D L E
• Soft touch grip with improved haptics
• Reduced vibration
• Excellent surface appearance
• Bonding to nylon
• Utilized global technical services to translate
customer’s preferred material in North
America to Europe
• Enabled brand consistency across the
globe, and accelerated time to market
Versaflex™ OM 6258
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/Tech Service Stock Tank Case Study Snapshot.pdf
CONTAINER OEM
S T O C K T A N K
• Reduce container weight
• Optimize throughput and provide internal training to
sustain processing optimization
• Minimize scrap
• Improve surface appearance
• Deployed an experienced field technician
who was able to reduce tank weight by 30%
through processing adjustments
• Provided an additional lightweighting
opportunity with an optimized gas / chemical
foaming agent (CFA) process
• Trained customer on CFA processing and
collaborated to create a new CFA offering
for further optimization
• Made adjustments resulting in lower scrap
rates and improved part appearance
Dedicated Onsite Field Technical Service
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-04/Cesa Fiber Additives Antimicrobial for PA Carpets - Application Snapshot.pdf
CARPET PRODUCER
N Y L O N C A R P E T
• Antimicrobial effectiveness for residential and hospital
carpets
• Suitable for Bulked Continuous Filament (BCF) processed
polyamide (nylon)
• Limited impact on color
• Quick development to address growing market needs for
hygienic surface coverings
• Developed efficient antimicrobial solution
adapted to BCF processing for high-quality
yarns
• Reduced risk of discoloration with a
smartbatch alternative
• Leveraged global capabilities to offer quick
development, trials and production
quantities
• Cesa™ Fiber Additives – antimicrobial
additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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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/2022-10/Potable Water Tanks Mini Case Study.pdf
WATER STORAGE
MANUFACTURER
P O T A B L E W A T E R T A N K S
• Diminish growth of microbials in water tanks to provide
differentiating feature for landmark product launch
• Prevent undesirable odor associated with bacteria and
fungal growth on the product’s polymer surface
• Meet FDA, NSF, and UL regulatory requirements
• Formulated a multi-polymer solution that
ensured microbial and fungal growth were
diminished while preserving polymer
performance
• Utilized antimicrobials to mitigate the causal
effect of undesirable tastes and odors
• Enabled customer to meet requirements
through Avient’s knowledge and expertise of
regulatory protocols
Cesa™ WithStand™ Antimicrobial Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-05/Edgetek Engineered Polymer Formulations - E-cigarette Housing-Case study snapshot.pdf
E-CIGARETTE
MANUFACTURER
H O U S I N G
• Special effect finish
• Halogen-free flame-retardant material
• High production efficiency
• Provided PC formulation with customized
speckle effect to meet specific color and
surface expectations
• Passed UL 94 V-0 flame retardant test at
1.0 mm
• Offered better impact strength than
competitor‘s PC material, and passed the
drop testing
• Eased processing with high-flow material
Edgetek Engineered Polymer Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/Smartbatch 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/2025-02/ColorMatrix LQ_Corrugated sheet _Case study snapshot.pdf
U-PVC WALL
CEILING PRODUCER
C O R R U G A T E D S H E E T
• Achieved the beige color target with a
uniform coloring process, ensuring a high-
quality sheet appearance
• Adjusted color strength in sheet production
using online controls at the pump controller
• Maintained a clean operation by eliminating
powdery pigments in the workplace
ColorMatrix Liquid Color Concentrates
WHY AVIENT
AVIENT SOLUTION
PRODUCTIVITY + SAFETY
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• Reduces particulates from TiO2 bulk pigment use in the
workplace
• Color consistency and good surface finish
• Maintain good mechanical properties and shore hardness
of the extruded sheet
• Compliance with heavy metal-free and RoHS regulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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OnColor™ Edgeglo™ Bright Edge Transparence Colorants are formulated fluorescent concentrates that cause the edges, embossing and reliefs on a part to glow brighter than the flat surfaces.