But with limited space, various metal systems used to manage heat may prove limiting to design possibilities. In addition, the size required for an efficient metal heat sink may create design challenges that adversely affect nearby electronic components. Unlike metal, thermoplastics can also be molded into complex shapes that fit tight spaces.

But with limited space, various metal systems used to manage heat may prove limiting to design possibilities. In addition, the size required for an efficient metal heat sink may create design challenges that adversely affect nearby electronic components. Unlike metal, thermoplastics can also be molded into complex shapes that fit tight spaces.

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OnColor™ Brilliant Metallics - Product Bulletin (Chinese) Replacing Metal with Vinyl - Case Study Explore how replacing metal with vinyl materials can shine a light on value. 

PolyOne Invests in New Metal Replacement Capabilities CLEVELAND – In response to growing customer demand for metal replacement, PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL) is expanding capacity for its OnForce™ L PolyOne Expands Capacity for Metal Replacement Technologies

Avient Introduces Gravi-Tech™ Metallization Grades for Luxury Packaging Caption: Gravi-Tech™ metallization formulations enable metal-plated products to achieve both the look and feel of metal for luxury packagi

Using a variety of metallic fibers and particles, these compounds have densities similar to traditional metals, while offering design and processing flexibility because of the polymer matrix, which can be extruded, molded, calendered, or thermoformed into the final desired shape. These materials have been formulated using select metallic fillers and engineered thermoplastic resins to have densities similar to actual metals, while also providing the design flexibility and processing ease of conventional thermoplastics. It is used to prevent metal or unmelted pellets from entering the mold.

Engineered Polymer Formulations | Lightweighting , Metal Replacement Plastic / metal hybrid designs can bring the best of both worlds – reduced weight and structural integrity. Take advantage of hybrid plastic/metal designs

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CUTLERY MAKER P R E M I U M K I T C H E N K N I V E S • Replaced aluminum while providing the same premium weight and feel of a metal • Withstand dishwashing without the discoloration issues of aluminum handles • Streamlined the design and molding phase, working directly with the manufacturer • Enabled the customer to expand their product line, providing a dishwasher safe kitchen knife into the market Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Material KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?