Provided peel ply and other surface modification capabilities that comply with specific CA regulations and allowed for better adhesion with concrete Glasforms™ Improved Adhesion Pultrusions Glasforms pultrusions featuring improved adhesion resin formulations provide enhanced adhesive properties that enable exceptional bonding performance for end products

Provided peel ply and other surface modification capabilities that comply with specific CA regulations and allowed for better adhesion with concrete Glasforms™ Improved Adhesion Pultrusions Glasforms pultrusions featuring improved adhesion resin formulations provide enhanced adhesive properties that enable exceptional bonding performance for end products

Versollan™ Thermoplastic Elastomers achieved excellent adhesion and improved aesthetics and usability for compartment cover Versollan™ TPEs  were able to provide good adhesion to PCTG and a comfortable, ergonomic grip for a compression controller housing grip Guide to overmolding material selection, part and mold design, material handling and preparation, TPE injection molding, processing, maximizing adhesion and troubleshooting for GLS™ TPEs

Adhesion Testing and Results The adhesion between hard engineering plastics and soft elastomer depend on a lot of variables. Based on adhesion strength required by the consumer we have categorized an adhesion value higher than 13 pli to be acceptable for adhesion. Figure 1: Schematic diagram of peel adhesion testing.

POLYSTRAND™ THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITE PANELS APPLICATION & INSTALLATION GUIDE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION FEATURE BENEFIT Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio Lightweight yet strong structural performance and increased payloads Resistance to UV light, chemicals, moisture degradation and rot Withstands harsh conditions Tough and impact resistant Durability and long product life Dimensionally stable Consistent performance in extreme temperature and humidity fluctuations Strong adhesive properties Easy bonding to various materials FEATURE BENEFIT Ready-to-install Fewer parts & reduced scrap Large format Improved aesthetics with seamless designs Made via continuous-fiber manufacturing process Consistent quality in every panel PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES MANUFACTURING ADVANTAGES Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composite Panels are engineered to provide simplified installation, long-lasting components, and overall cost reduction. GL AS S/ EP OX Y TA B M AT ER IA L N O T AB BOTTOM PANEL LEG LENGTH BREAK STRENGTH Hammerhead with 5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3) Core Density 2 in 51 mm 420 lbs 191 kg Hammerhead with 7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3) Core Density 2 in 51 mm 370 lbs 168 kg Hammerhead with 8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3) Core Density 2 in 51 mm 332 lbs 151 kg Marine Plywood 2 in 51 mm 984 lbs 446 kg Glass/Polyester with Balsa Core 2 in 51 mm 1298 lbs 589 kg Hammerhead with 5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3) Core Density - ITW Plexus MA420 Adhesive NA 501 lbs 227 kg Hammerhead with 7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3) Core Density - ITW Plexus MA420 Adhesive NA 839 lbs 381 kg Hammerhead with 8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3) Core Density - ITW Plexus MA420 Adhesive NA 1156 lbs 524 kg Hammerhead with 8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3) Core Density - Crestomer 1152PA Adhesive NA 1530 lbs 694 kg Hammerhead with 8 lb/in3 (135 kg/m3) Core Density - Crestomer M1-30 Adhesive NA 1471 lbs 667 kg Mixed Conditions ADHESIVE DESCRIPTION ADHESIVE GRADE MANUFACTURER AVERAGE BOND STRENGTH STANDARD DEVIATION FAILURE MODE BEST ADHESION 2k Urethane 75421 LORD 2281 psi 15.73 MPa 184 psi 1.27 MPa Substrate Cohesive 2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY1 ACRALOCK 2211 psi 15.24 MPa 78 psi 0.54 MPa Substrate 2k Acrylic Plexus MA420 ITW 2171 psi 14.97 MPa 262 psi 1.81 MPa Substrate 2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk1 ACRALOCK 2102 psi 14.49 MPa 138 psi 0.95 MPa Substrate 2k Urethane 75451 LORD 2047 psi 14.11 MPa 68 psi 0.47 MPa Cohesive 2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY 1:1 ACRALOCK 1966 psi 13.56 MPa 68 psi 0.47 MPa Substrate 2k Acrylic Scotch-Weld 8010 3M 1907 psi 13.15 MPa 61 psi 0.42 MPa Adhesive Cyanoacrylate Gorilla Glue Gorilla Glue 1885 psi 13.00 MPa 432 psi 2.98 MPa Cohesive 2k Acrylic Crestabond PP-04 Scott Bader 1873 psi 12.91 MPa 281 psi 1.94 MPa Substrate 2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk 10:1 ACRALOCK 1779 psi 12.27 MPa 127 psi 0.88 MPa Cohesive 2k Urethane 75422 LORD 1716 psi 11.83 MPa 190 psi 1.31 MPa Cohesive Adhesive 2k Urethane 75452 LORD 1535 psi 10.58 MPa 98 psi 0.68 MPa Adhesive 2k Methacrylate PolyFuse Icon Containment 1610 psi 11.10 MPa 98 psi 0.68 MPa Adhesive INTERMEDIATE ADHESION 2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk C010817 ACRALOCK 724 psi 4.99 MPa 58 psi 0.40 MPa Cohesive 2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk1 ACRALOCK 722 psi 4.98 MPa 44 psi 0.30 MPa Cohesive 2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy Instant Mix Loctite 508 psi 3.50 MPa 81 psi 0.56 MPa Adhesive 2k Epoxy Gorilla Epoxy Gorilla Glue 341 psi 2.35 MPa 198 psi 1.37 MPa Adhesive NOT RECOMMENDED 2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy Marine Loctite 0 0 No bond ADHESIVE SELECTION Brand names of the adhesives are owned by the respective manufacturers. Reference to them does not indicate any affiliation with or endorsement by them. 1 surface sanded with 220 grit scuff prep 2 surface primed with 459T For more information on installation, adhesives, and fasteners for specific applications, please contact Avient.

Tests have shown that some of the adhesives commonly used during film lamination can affect anti-fog performance, but additives have been developed that do not interact with these adhesives, maintain their properties after lamination of films, and maintain the sealability of the laminate. Type of adhesive used

Glasforms™ Improved Adhesion Pultrusions Glasforms pultrusions featuring improved adhesion resin formulations provide enhanced adhesive properties that enable exceptional bonding performance for end products

Adhesion mechanisms and novel TPE developments for overmolding Material used, injection molding of plaques, physical properties, adhesion, rheology and results

Adhesion mechanisms and novel TPE developments for overmolding Material used, injection molding of plaques, physical properties, adhesion, rheology and results

BACKGROUND ADHESION MECHANISM Adhesion principles between thermoplastic elastomer and the rigid substrate are governed by three very important molecular factors which are the foundation of science behind good adhesive behavior. 1. In some instances, good bonding exists even in the mechanism of adhesive failure. The adhesion is categorized based on adhesive failure (A)- if no TPE residue is left on the substrate or cohesive failure (C)- if the failure is in TPE.