In order to optimize its profit margins, the company sought to control system costs by avoiding secondary assembly and handling.

For example, overmolding a resilient TPE grip onto a power tool handle can supply vibration damping to avoid discomfort or even injury.

Mevopur nucleating agents help neutralize the effect colors can have on the mechanical properties of the finished plastic part to avoid warping and size variability.

The higher density avoids 2-step processes for metal inserts in high-value packaging.

Avient assists in creating electronic connector for a new, low-cost computer to meet technical requirements, avoid over-engineering and meet cost-performance requirements with Bergamid™ nylon material

It wanted to avoid the brittleness, cracking and resulting product recalls and added costs that happen when the material is put in contact with harsh disinfectants.

In order to meet demand and avoid delays, multiple PCR sourcing outlets are often necessary and multi-pass recycling is utilized, both of which can increase the risk of polymer degradation impacting mechanical properties and creating potential product safety issues due to food contact concerns.

These antistatic concentrates can be used to increase the visual appeal of a medical device by avoiding charge-related dust accumulation.

APPLICATIONS • Clothing and apparel, to avoid odors caused by sweat-induced bacteria proliferation • Household furnishings and carpeting, to protect these products from microbial growth that can cause stains and odor • Home textiles and rugs, to prevent mildew • Automotive and public transportation upholstery and carpeting, to extend service life HOW IT WORKS Avient offers two major types of antimicrobials for fibers: organic and inorganic.

APPLICATIONS • Aerospace • Automotive • Building & construction • Public transportation • Wire & cable IMPACT • Reduce spread of fire and heat release • Limit quantity of smoke to allow people to find their way to safety more easily • Limit toxicity and acidity of gases so people are less likely to be overcome by fumes • Enhance char formation, avoiding droplets which can proliferate fire • Meet regulation and legislation requirements 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.