https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/complet-lft-trail-bicycle-suspension-link.pdf
Complet LFT - Trail Bicycle Suspension Link PERFORMANCE CYCLING OEM T R A I L B I C Y C L E S U S P E N S I O N L I N K • Weight reduction to reduce cyclist fatigue • Structural strength and toughness capability • Endure repeated piston actions during use • Replaced aluminum to reduce weight 33% • Optimized design for metal-to-thermoplastic conversion • Conducted FEA performance analysis to confirm composite met specifications Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber ETPU Composite KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Bergamid Polymer Formulations - Military Helmet - Case Study Snapshot.pdf
SAFETY EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER M I L I T A R Y H E L M E T P A R T S • High impact resistance • RAL 6031 – military green color • High molecular weight • Met impact resistance requirements for military helmets • Delivered strong collaboration with Avient Design team and service • Provided specific RAL color matching for military application Bergamid™ Polymer Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/case-study-one-pager-gravi-tech-kitchen-knife-handle.pdf
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?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-02/Bergamid - Hair Clippers - Application Snapshot.pdf
E L E C T R I C H A I R C L I P P E R S HAIRSTYLING APPLIANCE MANUFACTURER • Regulatory – UL rated flame retardancy • High stiffness and impact resistance • Excellent surface appearance • Colorability/color matching – specific black color • Provided color matching expertise to match glass fiber reinforced formulation to specific customer requirement • Enabled customer to diversify into a new market with a new design of hair clipper for consumers • Developed material quickly - three months from brief to production Bergamid™ A700 glass reinforced flame retardant formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/Stat-Tech TPE - Cable Gromet - Case Study Snapshot.pdf
AUTOMOTIVE MIRROR & CAMERA MANUFACTURER C A B L E G R O M M E T • Electrically conductive
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/case-study-one-pager-gravi-tech-toothbrush-base.pdf
ITALIAN MOLDER & PART PRODUCER L U X U R Y T O O T H B R U S H B A S E • Density 4.0 SG • Low water absorption • Good mechanical performance • Chemical resistance to toothpaste and cleaning products • Worked in close collaboration with customer to fully understand material requirements • Provided an alternative to metal with the processing and recyclability benefits of a polymer • Enabled customer to launch innovative new product into the market winning Red Dot Design Award Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-05/lubrione-ear-protection-case-study-one-pager.pdf
E A R D E F E N D E R B R A C K E T • Minimize shrinkage • Good mechanical resistance • Good wear resistance • Collaborated with Avient Design to provide detailed material analysis and recommendations within one month of initial customer enquiry • Demonstrated material performance and compatibility with customer’s existing manufacturing process using mold flow analysis • Provided an internally lubricated material allowing customer to streamline manufacturing process LubriOne™ Internally Lubricated Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-03/OnColor Combination MIC Color - Lower Bumper - Application Snapshot.pdf
Microsoft PowerPoint - OnColor Combination MIC Color - Lower Bumper - Application Snapshot AUTOMOTIVE OEM L O W E R E X T E R I O R B U M P E R • Develop a new color for molded-in-color plastics • Create ‘Wow’ effect without chroming or paint • Provide metallic aspect with good UV resistance for exterior part • Developed new “gris megalithe” color for PP (AS1) utilizing Avient Design center • Produced master plaques to showcase new color • Accelerated testing to certify outstanding weathering resistance • Collaborated across the supply chain to optimize metallic effect in the final part Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants & Additives 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/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?