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THE BENEFITS PLASTIWARD brings counterfeiting protection of plastic articles as close as possible to the end consumers by integrating taggants into your products’ polymer masterbatch, complying with required regulations and minimizing any impact on production.
TURNKEY SYSTEM PLASTIWARD is a robust, customizable and cost-effective turnkey system consisting of: · proprietary taggants integrated directly within the polymer masterbatch · a handheld detector offering instant fake- checking in the field · a secure monitoring platform on smartphone or tablet capturing field inspection data, transmitted in real time COMBINED EXPERTISE At its core, PLASTIWARD brings together SICPA’s trusted expertise in brand protection technologies and processes, and Avient’s recognized expertise in polymer modification with colour and performance additives.
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• Attractive appearance to final product • Long lasting color ENVIRONMENTAL ADVANTAGES • Environmental advantages • Less production costs • Lower carbon footprint • Lower chemical usage • Waste reduction MAGIQ FIBER COLORANTS - MASTERBATCH PORTFOLIO BLACK • Standard and special products with high pigment concentrations and excellent tinting strength • MBs at lower concentrations designed to meet specific customer needs • Black MB tailored for special requirements, with particular physical/rheological properties Product characteristics • Optimal melt flow properties allow a good mixture with the polymer matrix yielding the best possible spinnability. • Full pigment dispersion ensures maximum CPF/ Spinning pack life. • Carriers: PET, PBT, PA 6, PA 66, others Applications • Continuous filament spinning, including fine denier (POY, FDY, HOY, bi-component yarns) • Long and short spinning staple fiber • Spunbond WHITE • TiO2 white with excellent opacifying or tinting strength • Optical white MBs that improve the surface whiteness and/or brightness of end products Product characteristics • Optimal melt flow properties allow a good mixture with the polymer matrix yielding the best possible spinnability • Full pigment dispersion ensures maximum CPF/ Spinning pack life. • Carrier: PET, PBT, PA 6 Applications • Continuous filament, including fine deniers (POY, FDY, HOY) • Long and short spinning staple fiber • Spunbond SINGLE PIGMENT DISPERSIONS (SPDS) We have extensive experience in using advanced technologies and special raw materials, which make these products suitable for sensitive applications.
TECHNICAL ANALYSES • DSC: Thermal analyses to characterize polymers, additives and colorants • TGA: Thermogravimetric analysis to evaluate thermal stability, plus inorganic pigment, and carbon black content in the Masterbatch • FT-IR: Infrared spectroscopy for the analysis of raw materials • Incineration oven to determine inorganic content • Melt Flow Tester to measure the Melt Flow Rate of MBs and Polymers • Filter test to measure the dispersion quality and aggregate content of materials contained in the polymer matrix • Intrinsic/Relative Viscosity of Masterbatches and polymers • Moisture content in the liquid colorants, MBs and polymers • UV-Visible spectrometry: instrumental evaluation of the color on yarn to perform quality control, color matchings and recipes adjustments • Yarn testing to evaluate mechanical properties, abrasion, dry heat, rubbing and other characteristics • Our pilot spinning lines have state-of-the-art take-up winders that spin up to 4,500 meters/minute.
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Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward looking statements include but are not limited to: Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to: Our ability to realize anticipated savings and operational benefits from the realignment of assets, including the closure of manufacturing facilities; The timing of closings and shifts of production to new facilities related to asset realignments and any unforeseen loss of customers and/or disruptions of service or quality caused by such closings and/or production shifts; Separation and severance amounts that differ from original estimates; Amounts for non-cash charges related to asset write-offs and accelerated depreciation realignments of property, plant and equipment, that differ from original estimates; Our ability to identify and evaluate acquisition targets and consummate acquisitions; The ability to successfully integrate acquired companies into our operations, such as Gordon Composites and Polystrand, retain the management teams of acquired companies, retain relationships with customers of acquired companies, and achieve the expected results of such acquisitions, including whether such businesses will be accretive to our earnings; Disruptions, uncertainty or volatility in the credit markets that could adversely impact the availability of credit already arranged and the availability and cost of credit in the future; The financial condition of our customers, including the ability of customers (especially those that may be highly leveraged and those with inadequate liquidity) to maintain their credit availability; The speed and extent of an economic recovery including the recovery of the housing market; The speed and extent of an economic recovery, including the recovery of the housing market; Our ability to achieve new business gains; The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs and other political, economic and regulatory risks; Changes in polymer consumption growth rates and laws and regulations regarding the disposal of plastic in jurisdictions where we conduct business; Changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online; Fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply and in energy prices and supply; production outages or material costs associated with scheduled or unscheduled maintenance programs; Unanticipated developments that could occur with respect to contingencies such as litigation and environmental matters; An inability to achieve or delays in achieving or achievement of less than the anticipated financial benefit from initiatives related to working capital reductions, cost reductions and employee productivity goals; An inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services; An inability to maintain appropriate relations with unions and employees; Our ability to continue to pay cash dividends; The amount and timing of repurchases of our common shares, if any; and Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation PolyOne Corporation Page 2 changes in the rate of inflation. The above list of factors is not exhaustive. We undertake no obligation to publicly update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
PolyOne Corporation Page 3 PolyOne Commodity to Specialty Transformation 2000-20052000-2005 2006 - 20092006 - 2009 2010 – 20152010 – 2015 2016 and beyond 2016 and beyond • Steve Newlin appointed, Chairman, • Steve Newlin appointed, Chairman, • Substantial EPS growth from $0.13 to all-time high of $1.96 • Substantial EPS growth from $0.13 to all-time high of $1.96 • Deliver consistent double digit annual EPS growth • Deliver consistent double digit annual EPS growth • Volume driven, commodity producer • Volume driven, commodity producer pp , , President and CEO • New leadership team appointed pp , , President and CEO • New leadership team appointed • Shift to faster growing, high margin, less cyclical end markets • Key acquisitions propel • Shift to faster growing, high margin, less cyclical end markets • Key acquisitions propel • Maintain >35% vitality index • Pursue strategic i iti th t • Maintain >35% vitality index • Pursue strategic i iti th t • Heavily tied to cyclical end markets • Heavily tied to cyclical end markets • Implementation of four pillar strategy • Implementation of four pillar strategy y q p p current and future growth, as well as margin expansion • Specialty mix expands y q p p current and future growth, as well as margin expansion • Specialty mix expands acquisitions that expand specialty offerings and geographic breadth acquisitions that expand specialty offerings and geographic breadth • Performance largely dependent on non- controlling joint ventures • Performance largely dependent on non- controlling joint ventures • Focus on value based selling, investment in commercial resources and innovation to drive transformation • Focus on value based selling, investment in commercial resources and innovation to drive transformation to 65% of Operating Income – strongest mix of earnings in history to 65% of Operating Income – strongest mix of earnings in history • Invest and grow current and next generation talent • Invest and grow current and next generation talent PolyOne Corporation Page 4 Confirmation of Our Strategy SpecializationSpecialization GlobalizationGlobalization Associates Operational Excellence Operational Excellence Commercial Excellence Commercial Excellence Th W ld’ P i P id f S i li d PolyOne Corporation Page 5 The World’s Premier Provider of Specialized Polymer Materials, Services and Solutions 27 Consecutive Quarters of EPS Growth PolyOne Corporation Page 6 PolyOne At A Glance 2015 Revenues: $3.4 Billion2015 Revenues: $3.4 Billion 2015 Revenues: $3.4 Billion2015 Revenues: $3.4 Billion Europe 13% Canada 7% Asia 7% Latin America 7% PP&S 20% United States Distribution 29% CAI 23% SEM %DSS End MarketsEnd Markets Adjusted EPSAdjusted EPS 66% 15%DSS 13% End MarketsEnd Markets $1.31 $1.80 Adjusted EPSAdjusted EPS Industrial 14% Packaging 13% Textiles 2% Transportation $1.96 $0 27 $0 21 $0.68 $0.82 $1.00 $1.31 Building & C Consumer Healthcare 11% 20% Wire & Cable 9% PolyOne Corporation Page 7 $0.12 $0.27 $0.21 $0.13 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 Appliances 4% Construction 12% 10%Electrical & Electronics 5% Mix Shift Highlights Specialty Transformation Old PolyOne 100% Transformation 2020 Platinum Vision 80% nc om e* 40% 60% pe ra tin g In 80%+ 43% 65% 20% 40% % o f O 2%0% 2005 2010 2015 2020 Specialty OI $5M $87M $229M Platinum Vision PolyOne Corporation Page 8 *Operating Income excludes corporate charges and special items JV's Performance Products & Solutions Distribution Specialty Vision Color and Engineered Materials at the Heart of Specialty Transformation OPERATING MARGIN 16.7% 17.5% 20%+ COLOR, ADDITIVES AND INKS 15 8% 20%+ SPECIALTY ENGINEERED MATERIALS 9.7% 12.2% 14.7% 9.6% 9.3% 12.1% 14.7% 15.8% 1 7% 4.6% 5.1% 5.5% 7.2% 8.1% 3.4% 5.1% 8.0% 8.6% 1.7% 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2Q'16 2020 Platinum Vision 1.1% 1.3% 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2Q'16 2020 Platinum Vision YTD YTD PolyOne Corporation Page 9 Proof of Performance & 2020 Goals 2006 2Q 2016 2020 “Where we were” “Where we are” Platinum Vision 1) Operating Income %1) Operating Income % Specialty: Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 18.0% 20%+ S i lt E i d M t i l 1 1% 14 9% 20%+Specialty Engineered Materials 1.1% 14.9% 20%+ Designed Structures & Solutions N/A 1.7% (TTM) 8 – 10% Performance Products & Solutions 5.5% 12.3% 12 – 14% Distribution 2.6% 6.5% 6.5 – 7.5% 2) Specialty Platform % of Operating Income 6.0% 61% 80%+ 3) ROIC* 5.0% 12.0% 15% 4) Adjusted EPS Growth N/A 11% Double Digit PolyOne Corporation Page 10 ) j % Expansion *ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI divided by the sum of average debt and equity over a 5 quarter period TPE’s & Film Therma-Tech™ & Sheet GEON™ Vinyl TPE + OnForce™ Gravi-Tech™ Polymer ColorantsTherma-Tech™ Film PolyOne Corporation Page 11Page 11 Target End Markets… Healthcare OnForce (SEM) Glasforms (SEM) TPE + OnForce (SEM) TPE Vibration Dampening (SEM/GLS) Source: Outdoor Industry Association TPE & Film (SEM + DSS) Thermoplastic Elastomers (SEM) TPE O F Glasforms (SEM) Polymer Colorants (CAI) Thermatech (SEM) TPE + OnForce (SEM) OnForce (SEM) Thermoplastic Elastomers (SEM) Sheet (DSS) (SEM) Glasforms (SEM) Polymer Colorants (CAI) PolyOne Corporation Page 12 Target End Markets… Outdoor High Performance Sound & Vibration Management Roof Systems Management Interior & Exterior Trim Interior Structural Components Fuel Handling Underhood Components g SystemsAir management Electronics & Cameras Structural Braces & Brackets Lighting Fluid Handling PolyOne Corporation Page 13 Target End Markets… Automotive ColorMatrix™ Amosorb™ ColorMatrix™ Ultimate™ UV Oxygen Scavenger Ultimate UV Light Barrier PreservaPak™ OnColor™ Smart Batch™ OnCap™ Laser Marking Additives VersaFlex™ TPE Cap Liner PolyOne Corporation Page 14 Target End Markets… Packaging Innovation Drives Earnings Growth $53 Research & Development Spending ($ millions) Specialty Platform Vitality Index Progression* 34% CAI & SEM Gross Margin Target ≥ 35% $20 $53 14% 12% 43% *Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years 2006 2015 2006 20152006 2015 Innovation Pipeline PotentialInnovation Pipeline Potential PolyOne Corporation Page 15 Ours is Not a Cost Cutting Story VolumeCommercial, R&D Adjusted 2,883 Volume (lbs in millions) $192 Commercial, R&D and Marketing Spending ($M) $721 Adjusted Gross Profit ($M) -16% +86% +138% 2,414$103 $303 2006 20152006 2015 2006 2015 PolyOne Corporation Page 16 Design and Service as a Differentiator Right Material & Color Desired Product Design Appropriate Manufacturing Process Connecting Delivering Concept to Commercialization Connecting the Dots with iQ Design Labs and InVisiO Color Design PolyOne Corporation Page 17 CommercializationInVisiO Color Design Customer First Through World-Class Service Strengthening relationships through: Providing LSS services to small/medium sized customers Providing training in Customer Centric Selling Skills with customers On-Time Delivery Commitment to Operational Excellence World’s Best Business Process Excellence Program in 2012* World’s Best Start-up program for Lean Six Sigma Deployment in 2009* 81% 93% 2006 2015 Working Capital % of Sales 16.2% 9.7% 52% of associates trained in LSS PolyOne Corporation Page 18 2006 2015 Five consecutive years – CFO Magazine Best Working Capital Management in the chemical industry Debt Maturities & Pension Funding 102% 100% Pension Funding** As of June 30, 2016 $700 $800 Debt Maturities As of June 30, 2016 ($ millions) 80% 90% 100% $547 $600 $600 $700 60% 60% 70% $500 40% 50% $300 $400 20% 30% 2008 2Q 2016 $200 2022 2023 Coupon Rate: LIBOR + 2 75% 5 250% PolyOne Corporation Page 19 Net Debt / Adjusted EBITDA*= 2.3x ** includes US-qualified pension plans only*TTM 6/30/2016 Coupon Rate: LIBOR + 2.75% 5.250% (3.50%) Free Cash Flow and Strong Balance Sheet Fund Investment / Shareholder Return Expanding our sales, marketing, and technical capabilities Investing in operational Repurchased 17.3 million shares since early 2013 10 0 million shares are Investing in operational and LSS initiatives ~75% of capital expenditures fund growth initiatives Organic Gro th Share Rep rchases 10.0 million shares are available for repurchase under the current authorization Growth Repurchases Acquisitions Dividends Annual Dividend Targets that expand our: • Specialty offerings • End market $0.20 $0.32 $0.40 $0.48 $0.30 $0.40 $0.50 • End market presence • Geographic breadth Synergy opportunities Adjacent material $0.24 PolyOne Corporation Page 20 $0.16 $ $0.10 $0.20 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 solutions Why Invest In PolyOne?
Addressable market exceeds $40 billion St f d t t th t t t d ti Strong performance demonstrates that our strategy and execution are working Megatrends and emerging opportunities align with our strengths Innovation and services provide differentiation, incremental pricing power, and competitive advantage Strong and proven management team driving growth and performance The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company g p g g g p PolyOne Corporation Page 21 The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company Appendix PolyOne Corporation Page 22 2Q 2016 Financial Highlights Performance Products & Solutions operating margin grew 370 basis $18 $16 $21 $18 $22 PP&S Operating Profit points year-over-year to 12.3% $11 $15 $16 $10 $14 $18 2Q'12 2Q'13 2Q'14 2Q'15 2Q'16 SEM O ti P fit SEM operating margin expanded 50 basis points to a record second $15 $19 $20 $21 $18 $22 SEM Operating Profit Adjusted EPS quarter level of 14.9% $13 $15 $10 $14 2Q'12 2Q'13 2Q'14 2Q'15 2Q'16 $0.37 $0.51 $0.57 $0.63 $0.45 $0.70 Adjusted EPS Second quarter adjusted EPS has grown on average 20% per year PolyOne Corporation Page 23 $0.30 $ $0.20 2Q'12 2Q'13 2Q'14 2Q'15 2Q'16 since 2012 Note: $ in millions, except per share data At a Glance Color, Additives and Inks 2015 Revenues: $0.8 Billion Solutions United States 48% Europe 33% Asia Canada 2% 12% Latin America 5% 16.7% 18.0% 20%+Operating Income % of Sales Expanding Profits2015 Revenue by Industry Segment 14.7% Packaging 31% Textiles 1.7% 4.6% 5.1% 5.5% 7.2% 8.1% 9.7% 12.2% Building & C i Consumer Healthcare 6% Industrial 13% 8% Transportation 9% Wire & Cable 11% PolyOne Corporation Page 24 1.7% 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2Q'16 2020 Platinum Vision Appliances 2% Construction 11% 8% Electrical & Electronics 1% At a Glance Specialty Engineered Materials 2015 Revenues: $0.5 Billion Solutions United States 49%49% Europe 29% Asia 20% Canada 2% 14.7% 14.9% 20%+Operating Income % of Sales 2015 Revenue by Industry Segment Expanding Profits Appliances 3% Packaging 5% Transportation 19% Wire & Cable 15% 1.1% 1.3% 3.4% 5.1% 9.6% 8.0% 8.6% 9.3% 12.1%Building & Construction 3% Consumer 20% Electrical & Electronics Healthcare 11% Industrial 8% PolyOne Corporation Page 25 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2Q'16 2020 Platinum Vision Electronics 16% At a Glance Designed Structures and Solutions Solutions2015 Revenues: $0.5 Billion United States 97% Canada 3% 8-10% Operating Income % of Sales Expanding Profits2015 Revenue by Industry Segment Packaging 19% 1.4% 5.6% 7.3% 3.0% 1.0%Building & Construction Healthcare 7% Industrial 24% Transportation 33% PolyOne Corporation Page 26 2012 2013 2014 2015 2Q'16 2020 Platinum Vision Appliances, 3% Construction 9% Consumer 5% 7% At a Glance Performance Products and Solutions Solutions2015 Revenues: $0.7 Billion United States 79% CanadaCanada 14% Asia 2% Latin America 5% Packaging 5% Transportation 19% Wire & Cable 16% 12-14% Operating Income % of Sales Expanding Profits 12.3% 2015 Revenue by Industry Segment Appliances 7% Building & Construction 31% Electrical & El t i Healthcare 1% Industrial 13% % 5.5% 6.9% 3.8% 3.6% 5.5% 4.3% 6.3% 7.2% 8.3%7.7% PolyOne Corporation Page 27 31% Consumer 5% Electronics 3% 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2Q'16 2020 Platinum Vision At a Glance Distribution Key Suppliers2015 Revenues: $1.0 Billion Packaging 4% Transportation 24% Wire & Cable 4% Appliances 6% Building & Construction 4%Consumer 13%Healthcare Industrial 16% Electrical & Electronics 6% 23% 6 6% 6.5-7.5% 6 5% Operating Income % of Sales53% ROIC Expanding Profits 2.6% 3.0% 3.5% 4.0% 4.6% 5.6% 6.4% 5.9% 6.6% 6.5% 15% 6.1% PolyOne Corporation Page 28 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2Q'16 2020 15% 2006 2Q 2016 Platinum Vision Plastics: Key to Future Sustainable Development 2 lbs Plastic = 3 lbs aluminum Requires 91% less energy to recycle a pound of plastic versus a pound of paper3 lbs aluminum or 8 lbs steel or a pound of paper or 27 lbs glass 33% less material by weight than aluminum 75% less material by weight75% less material by weight than steel 93% less material by weight than glass PolyOne Corporation Page 29 than glass Source: SPI: Sustainability and the Plastics Industry Application Examples PolyOne Corporation Page 30 Luxury Packaging with Gravitech Density Modified Polymers • Impart weight, sound and metallic finish to caps andmetallic finish to caps and closures for cosmetics and spirits applications • Elevate quality and prestige perceptions amongperceptions among high‐end consumers • Eliminate time and cost associated with secondary operations and assembly PolyOne Corporation Page 31 p y Medical Device Housings with Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers • Durable, long‐lasting products stand up to the most aggressive disinfectants • Minimize environmental stress cracking and discolorationg • One of the broadest medically y approved polymer and colorant portfolios PolyOne Corporation Page 32 Printed Circuit Boards with Thermally Conductive Polymers • Replaces metal by etchingReplaces metal by etching circuit designs into thermally conductive plastic • Maintains heat transfer and cooling capabilities of metals • Reduces both weight and cost • Increases the lifetime and reliability of electronic systems PolyOne Corporation Page 33 Color & Design Services • Greater control of color development and supply chain • Work across entire design process from concept to commercialization • Inspire creativity in the use of polymer materials, colors and effects • Innovative brand differentiation • Faster development timelines PolyOne Corporation Page 34 • Faster development timelines Outdoor Applications • Leading provider of high performance specialty materials for the recreational and sports & p leisure industry • Well positioned across all segments to address market needs Metal to Polymer Conversion Lightweighting Thermal Management Impact Performance PolyOne Corporation Page 35 Source: Outdoor Industry Association Fiber Colorants Solutions for clothing, apparel, footwear, automotive & sporting goods • ColorMatrix Fiber Colorant Solutions Proprietary advanced liquid color formulations and equipment enable greater efficiency and productivity Eliminates aqueous dyeing and its associated wastewater treatment • Solid Color Concentrates Extrusion spun fibers colored viaExtrusion‐spun fibers colored via solid masterbatch PolyOne Corporation Page 36 PET Bottling Technology • $1.5 billion attractive, growing market Shelf‐life extension Weight reduction • Improve performance and reduce cost through light‐weighting, d d t f t l ti Greater product consistency l b l Enhanced product aesthetics reduced waste, faster cycle times and extended shelf life Recyclability and reduced carbon footprint aesthetics High heat • Aligned with megatrend of facing climate and resource challenges: Color and Special Effects High heat resistance Sustainability benefits include lower package weight and improved recyclability of package at end of use PolyOne Corporation Page 37 at end of use Metal Replacement Solutions • Replaces metal in LED lighting • Extends LED durability and life span eliminating hot spots • Greater design flexibility with fewer parts • Weight reduction l f f d• Simplifies manufacturing and lowers total production cost PolyOne Corporation Page 38 High-Barrier Packaging Containers • Capability to extrude up to 13 layers• Capability to extrude up to 13 layers • Strong oxygen and moisture vapor transmission protectiontransmission protection • Can be made symmetrical or asymmetrical to meet customizedasymmetrical to meet customized needs of broad variety of applications • Barrier protection and superiorBarrier protection and superior sensory properties PolyOne Corporation Page 39 1 Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited) (Dollars in millions, except per share data) Below is a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable measures calculated and presented in accordance with U.S.
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Carbon Fiber Reinforced Rods, Bars and Laminates For Strengthening, Stiffening and Lightweighting Carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) products from Avient are continuous fiber polymer rods, bars and laminates used in a variety of structural strengthening, engineered weight reduction, and repair applications in multiple industries.
To learn more about Avient carbon fiber reinforced polymer solutions, contact Avient at +1.844.4AVIENT (1.844.428.4368) • Maximum thickness of 0.625 in/1.59 cm • Full machining capabilities available
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No. 0514.02) Revised 10/08/2019 Page 1 of 2 SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION TO ISO/IEC 17025:2005 POLYMER DIAGNOSTICS INC. 33587 Walker Road Avon Lake, OH 44012 Ana De La Ree Phone: 440-930-3271 CHEMICAL Valid To: December 31, 2019 Certificate Number: 0514.02 In recognition of the successful completion of the A2LA evaluation process, accreditation is granted to this laboratory to perform the following rubber and plastics tests: Test Description: Test Method or Standard: Analysis of Volatile Contaminants from Polymers (Chromatography) VDA 277 FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) Spectroscopy ASTM E1252 (Except 7.6, 11.2, and 11.4) Flammability Horizontal Burn of Self-Supporting Plastics ASTM D635; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10 Horizontal Burn of Materials Used in Occupant Compartments of Motor Vehicles ASTM D5132; FMVSS 302 (49 CFR 571.302) Vertical Burn, 20 mm ASTM D3801; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10 Vertical Burn, 125 mm ASTM D5048; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-20 Oxygen Index ASTM D2863 FT1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.3 Cable Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1061 VW1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1080; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.4 FT2/FH Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1100; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.1 FV-1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.5 Thin Material Burning Test UL-94 Glow Wire Test IEC 60695 2-10, 2-11, 2-12, 2-13 RVCM in PVC ASTM D4443 (A2LA Cert.
Accredited Laboratory A2LA has accredited POLYMER DIAGNOSTICS INC.
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Cesa™ Stat Antistatic Additives PRODUCT SELECTION GUIDE Polymers are typically non-conductive, allowing the buildup of a static charge on the surface that can attract dust or damage electronics stored within packaging.
Cesa™ Stat temporary antistatic additives create a conductive network on polymer surfaces permitting dissipation of the electrical charges.
Cesa Stat Antistatic Additives - Standard Portfolio POLYMER FAMILY MATERIAL PRODUCT NAME DOSAGE Polyolefin PEATEC Cesa Stat PEATEC 1.0–4.0% Polypropylene PPA0820051 Cesa Stat PPA0820051 1.0–4.0% Polyamide ABAN698400 Cesa Stat 99027 5.0–15.0% Polyester NBAN698440 Cesa Stat 3526 2.5–10.0% Polycarbonate NCA0820011 Cesa Stat NCA0820011 5.0–8.0% Styrenic SLAN698401 Cesa Stat 3301 3.0–7.5% TPU RUA0820024 Cesa Stat RUA0820024 2.0–4.0% Polyester FPA1660283 Hiformer™ liquid additives for polyolefins 0.10–0.50% Cesa Stat Antistatic Additives can be used in combination with other Cesa masterbatches, and formulations can be customized for most applications.
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No. 0514.02) Revised 09/21/2021 Page 1 of 2 SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION TO ISO/IEC 17025:2017 POLYMER DIAGNOSTICS INC. 33587 Walker Road Avon Lake, OH 44012 Ana De La Ree Phone: 440-930-3271 CHEMICAL Valid To: December 31, 2021 Certificate Number: 0514.02 In recognition of the successful completion of the A2LA evaluation process, accreditation is granted to this laboratory to perform the following rubber and plastics tests: Test Description: Test Method or Standard: Analysis of Volatile Contaminants from Polymers (Chromatography) VDA 277 FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) Spectroscopy ASTM E1252 (Except 7.6, 11.2, and 11.4) Flammability Horizontal Burn of Self-Supporting Plastics ASTM D635; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10 Horizontal Burn of Materials Used in Occupant Compartments of Motor Vehicles ASTM D5132; FMVSS 302 (49 CFR 571.302); ISO 3785 Vertical Burn, 20 mm ASTM D3801; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10 Vertical Burn, 125 mm ASTM D5048; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-20 Oxygen Index ASTM D2863 FT1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.3 Cable Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1061 VW1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1080; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.4 FT2/FH Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1100; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.1 FV-1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060; UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.5 Thin Material Burning Test UL-94 Glow Wire Test IEC 60695 2-10, 2-11, 2-12, 2-13 RVCM in PVC ASTM D4443 (A2LA Cert.
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PRODUCT BULLETIN Non-PFAS Polymer Process Aids for Extrusion in Polyolefins Cesa™ and Hiformer™ Non-PFAS Process Aids are formulated without the use of fluorochemicals.
They can be used in the extrusion of polyethylene or polypropylene to reduce the friction between the molten polymer and metal, enabling the polymers to be extruded without melt fracture.
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Cesa Scratch & Mar Resistance Additives are proven compatible across a wide range of polymers, and can be used in a variety of processes, including extrusion, injection molding, blow molding or thermoforming.
PRODUCT BULLETIN KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Enhances resistance to scratching, abrasion, and surface blemishes • Keeps products looking newer, longer • Improves perceived quality • Provides a reduction in surface friction and in sticking between parts • Tested and proven compatible across a wide range of polymers and processes—especially successful with polyolefins MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS Cesa Scratch & Mar Resistance Additives give the extra protection needed for many applications, including those that experience daily surface abrasion.