From resin formulations to composite matrix and fiber configurations, we can help you develop the combination that will meet your specific needs. DESIGN Finally, when creating a component that will meet your application requirements efficiently and economically, it’s important to consider design early in the development process. WHEN YOU WORK WITH Avient From concept to component, you can leverage Avient’s expertise throughout the development cycle in three key areas: Materials, Processing & Design DE SI GN MATERIALS www.avient.com Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.

An Universal polyamide overmolding TPE technology has been developed by inventing novel compatibilization technology. This demand has propelled the development of novel thermoplastic elastomers that will bond to various rigid substrates. NEW POLYAMIDE OVERMOLD TECHNOLOGY We have developed a universal polyamide OM TPE technology platform(4).

PET SUPPLY MANUFACTURER D O G T O Y • Tear strength • Durability • Colorability • Formulation must not intentionally contain BPA, heavy metals, latex, natural rubber, phthalates, or SVHC (REACH) • Optimized material processing and tooling through technical services and application development support • Delivered a solution to address regulation and consumer safety concerns Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

SNOWMOBILE OEM S N O W F L A P • Cold temperature flexibility and toughness • UV stability • Easily injection moldable • Offered a specialty TPE capable of performing well in demanding environments • Delivered a technology that supported a nearly 2-foot flow length for easy processing • Generated .udb file to help accelerate new designs • Collaborated with the molder and OEM for seamless product development and production OnFlex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Additives to preserve clarity and retain opacity developed for dental care products using WithStand™ Sync design with manufacturability: Learn about how Avient Design can help simplify your new product development process

Our application development, engineering and industrial design teams can help you to: • Increase stiffness • Improve impact resistance • Reduce weight through thin-walling and material reduction or replacement • Add strength in high stress areas Avient’s thermoplastic composite innovation cell in Englewood, CO features injection and compression molding equipment as well as design and testing services, all under one roof. CAPABILITIES • Prototype part sampling • Tooling validation • Process optimization • Material configuration • Application development support • Laminate analysis • Mechanical system analysis • Resin flow with laminate inserts • Finite Element Analysis EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS Injection Molding • Milacron-Fanuc Roboshot α-S15OiA with 4-axis robot • Maximum shot capability at 171 grams with a clamping for 198 tons • Trial molds include a 4"x6" flat plaque and a 3"x10" hat stiffening member Compression Molding • 450 ton down acting press • 39" x 39" platen size • Features automatic shuttle table with IR preheat oven Material Testing • Instron Model 5982 Universal Testing System with 100 kN load capacity • AVE2 non-contacting video extensometer with digital image correlation capability • Environmental chamber that enables testing from -150° to 350° C PRODUCT BULLETIN PROCESSABILITY MEETS PERFORMANCE Polystrand™ advanced thermoplastic composites combine high strength, unidirectional, continuous fibers with engineered thermoplastic resins to create continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic (CFRTP) materials that feature exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and high impact resistance.

We wanted to make it easier for our customers to create durable piping systems by developing a plastic flapper valve that could be easily fused onto polyethylene (PE) pipe. THE SOLUTION Gravi-Tech™ density-modified formulations are unique, high-density materials developed as thermoplastic-based alternatives to lead and other traditional metals.

Developing the most appropriate formulation for an application is our forte. We have helped customers develop parts that are: • Wear-resistant: End products such as bearings and sleeves that do not require lubrication • Conductive: Electrical and/or thermal conductivity, in molded and extruded parts • X-Ray opaque: Used for medical and dental devices.

This can help to reduce inventory and can allow the use of general- purpose resin Avient Value-Added Services Avient supports these colorant and additive technologies including: • A focus on sustainability with innovative materials and solutions to help you meet your sustainability goals, including PCR Color Predication Service and Product Footprint Calculator • Leading Color Trend and Design Services - Trend and color insights along with product development assistance from concept through commercialization to optimize design and gain speed to market • Avient Design - A highly specialized group of industrial designers and project engineers that provides advanced design and detailed analysis to foster higher levels of innovation • Application Development and Technical Support - Technical experts specifically trained to work directly with your team to solve definitive application challenges with new or existing approaches • Regulatory Support - Dedicated product stewardship assisting with new product approvals to reduce regulatory overheads and minimize risk • Reliable field technical services and support - Onsite support for tool design, startup, and production optimization to gain manufacturing efficiencies and help resolve technical issues

Recipes’ are usually developed by experienced blowing technicians and are subsequently locked into the blowing machine and dialed up on request. As a major supplier of additives and colors to the plastics industry, ColorMatrix has, in the course of supporting its customers worldwide, developed best practice guidelines for its products which it provides as a free service.