https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/case-study-versaflex-ce-clear-phone-case-1.pdf
PHONE CASE BRAND C L E A R P H O N E C A S E S • Optically clear • Non-yellowing • Good stain resistance • Bondable to PC • Formulated a custom solution to enhance stain resistance and tensile strength • Collaborated on application and technical services to help ensure end product maintained optical clarity when texture was added • Provided manufacturing support to reduce scrap • Coordinated across multiple regions for supply continuity and technical support to serve customer’s global needs Versaflex™ CE 3320-80 TPE KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-04/Chain Extenders for rPET Fibers in Automotive - Application Snapshot.pdf
CAR COMPONENT MANUFACTURER A C O U S T I C A N D T H E R M A L M A N A G E M E N T S Y S T E M S • High rPET content without loss of tenacity • High volume production • Color options • Offered a chain extender that supports stable spinning and maintains fiber tenacity to help achieve targeted rPET content • Provided technical support for production scale-up • Proposed different color concentrates suitable for application and polymer grade Cesa™ Fiber Additives – chain extenders for recycled polyester (rPET) KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/automotive-ir-lens-of-sensor-case-study-brief.pdf
FAMOUS TIER 2 COMPANY A U T O M O T I V E L I G H T I N G I R L E N S O F S E N S O R • High heat resistance up to 203°C • PESU base resin with high IR transmission • Visible light cannot pass through • Used rich experience with different IR transmission materials to support customer’s material design and test method • Customized color for IR transmittance, which allowed IR to pass through the plastic lamp without accumulating high heat Edgetek™ ET9400-8005 IR Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/excelite-1-page-case-study-putty-knife_0.pdf
Excelite OnePager Putty Knife PUTTY KNIFE MANUFACTURER N O R T H A M E R I C A • Reduce current scrap rate of 30% • Eliminate prominent sink marks • Minimize random short shots • Reduced scrap rate to 1% • Eliminated sink marks • Improved mold fill • Improvement in cell structure increased cell density and dimensional stability during critical cooling time Excelite™ IM Chemical Foaming Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS* WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-05/BIO additives MR snapshot 2022 Final.pdf
BIO additives MR snapshot 2022 Final EXTRUSION CAST PROCESSOR T H I N P L A F I L M & B A G S • Non-stick performance during manufacturing • Excellent film quality with good aesthetics • Efficient and clean process performance • Compliant with food contact applications* • Provided a performance additive to prevent biodegradable resin from sticking to the chill-roll surface • Reduced the polymer friction factor on metal surfaces, resulting in a better film quality • Helped improve the manufacturing process with fewer cleaning steps CESA™ OnCap™ & BIO Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/case-study-one-pager-edgetek-screwdriver-handle.pdf
PREMIUM TOOL BRAND S C R E W D R I V E R H A N D L E • High impact resistance • High tensile strength • Aesthetic surface • Good processability • Customized a nylon 6 based formulation, with an emphasis on the impact properties and processability, yet delivering the desired aesthetic surface • Met the customer’s aggressive timeline and helped troubleshoot application needs to determine the best material solution Custom Edgetek™ Nylon Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-07/Versaflex-coffee machine seal-Application snapshot.pdf
SMALL APPLIANCE OEM C O F F E E M A C H I N E S E A L • Soft durometers • Good bonding to ABS • Good flowability for easy processing • Excellent sealing property • Formulated a 30 Shore A TPE with excellent peel force performance to meet the sealing requirements • Offered a short lead time and on-site technical service to speed up the time to market • Provided fast global collaboration between regions, supporting the brand’s design team in Europe and molders in Asia Custom VersaflexTM Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-05/Bergamid-Racing Wheel-Application snapshot_0429.pdf
Bergamid-Racing Wheel-Application snapshot_0429 CONSUMER ELECTRONICS BRAND G E A R O F R A C I N G W H E E L • Achieve high strength and abrasion resistance • Deliver smooth, quiet functionality and minimize backlash for improved control • Delivered glass fiber reinforced nylon formulation to meet the requirements for high strength and abrasion resistance • Offered local service and support, which helped to accelerate production • Provided stable supply despite the nylon shortage issues in the market Bergamid™ Polymer Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/OnForce LFT - Street Light Arm - Case Study Snapshot.pdf
LIGHTING MANUFACTURER S T R E E T L I G H T A R M • Limit corrosion • Replace metal insert, maintaining strength • Black color • UV resistance, as used for an outdoor application • Electrical isolation • Utilized simulation services from Avient Design to optimize the product’s design for performance and processability • Achieved required ageing test with the support from R&D and ADTS • Replaced the need to use a metal insert, reducing part weight, cost and simplifying the production process OnForce Long Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Composites KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-04/MAXXAM NHFR Push Buttons Case Study Snapshot.pdf
Appliance Manufacturer APPLIANCE MANUFACTURER P U S H B U T T O N S • Non-halogen to industry standards • Lower density • Good impact properties • Easy to process • High aesthetics • Provided a non-halogenated solution while improving the performance of the formerly used halogenated grade • Supported the project with various expertise in design, regulatory and technical support • Helped to reduce the system cost and make our customer more competitive in the market Maxxam NHFR Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?