https://www.avient.com/resource-center/knowledge-base/article/consumer-electronics-and-tpes?ind%5B0%5D=6596
Your customers will feel the difference when you use our GLS™ TPEs to differentiate your next breakthrough product.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-06/Infant Care Product Bulletin_Selector Guide.pdf
GLS™ TPE INFANT CARE SOLUTIONS REGULATORY COMPLIANT MATERIALS FOR YOUR BABY CARE PRODUCTS GRADE PRODUCT HARDNESS REGULATORY COMPLIANCE* – FDA, EU, GB Versaflex™ CL2242 Pacifiers Teething 43 Shore A FDA 177.1210 — — Versaflex™ CL2250 Pacifiers Teething 50 Shore A FDA 177.1210 — — Versaflex™ FFC 2882-87 Bottles Food Sets Utensils 87 Shore A FDA 177.2600 EU 10/2011 GB 9685-2008 Versaflex™ FFC 2882-50 Bottles Food Sets Utensils 50 Shore A FDA 177.2600 EU 10/2011 — Dynaflex™ G2701C Bottles Food Sets Utensils 66 Shore A FDA 177.2600 — — Dynaflex™ G6770 Bottles Food Sets Utensils 69 Shore A FDA 177.2600 EU 10/2011 GB 9685-2008 Dynaflex™ G2780C Bottles Food Sets Utensils 84 Shore A FDA 177.2600 — — Dynaflex™ G7600 series Bottles Food Sets Utensils 30A-80 Shore A FDA 177.1210 — — Dynalloy™ GP 7810 & 7820 Bathtubs Bibs Placemats 30A-70 Shore A General FDA — — We believe that the smallest consumers deserve the very best.
HOW GLS TPES MAKE THE DIFFERENCE IN INFANT CARE APPLICATIONS • Safe to Use – Made without bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates, or heavy metals; select grades compliant with FDA, REACH and China GB4806 • Durable – Resists bites and tears; many are tested and safe to use in microwaves and dishwashers • Comfortable – Can be overmolded to provide a soft touch grip and customized to specific comfort requirements including vibration and noise reduction • Easy to Process – Can be injection molded and overmolded right onto a substrate including PP, ABS, etc. • Better Quality Control – Eliminate the need for many secondary operations required for other materials so that results are controlled and consistent To learn more about GLS TPEs for infant care, contact Avient at +1.844.4AVIENT.
Our GLS TPEs safely deliver on all of these requirements, while also adding comfort and enhancing consumer appeal. www.avient.com Copyright © 2024, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/resource-center/knowledge-base/article/injection-molding-mold-design
GLS TPEs are generally non-abrasive and non-corrosive.
An EDM finish is acceptable for most GLS TPE formulations.
Hot sprue bushings and extended nozzles may be used with GLS TPEs.
https://www.avient.com/news/new-polyone-technology-improves-brand-protection-and-reduces-counterfeits-consumer-electronics
When designing innovative consumer products, it is extremely important to protect brand equity and still deliver the performance and aesthetic characteristics that the end consumer desires," said Walter Ripple, vice president and general manager for PolyOne's thermoplastic elastomer business, GLS.
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Sandy Wagner
Marketing Communications Manager
PolyOne GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers
+1 815-385-8500
sandy.wagner@avient.com
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-enables-next-generation-wearable-phone-locator-kids-filip-technologies
The new device utilizes PolyOne's soft-touch GLS™ thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) material that provides smooth, silky texture for comfort.
We worked closely with Filip Technologies on this amazing new product, and we are very excited for the FiLIP 2 and its young customers," said Walter Ripple, vice president and general manager, for PolyOne's GLS business unit.
https://www.avient.com/news/pet-friendly-soft-touch-design-delivers-remarkable-fundraising-dog-toy
– PolyOne today announced that Montana’s WO Design relies on high-performance GLS™ Dynaflex™ thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) to manufacture WO|Bone, a unique dog toy that supports the Ethiopia- based charity, Bring Love In.
Sandy Wagner
Marketing Communications Manager
PolyOne GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers
+1 815-385-8500
sandy.wagner@avient.com
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-features-innovative-packaging-technologies-and-inspiration-pack-expo-2015
At the show, PolyOne will also feature a number of its specialty solutions, including a new aluminum cap liner technology, GLS™ Versaflex™ PKG 4190 thermoplastic elastomer (TPE).
Soft-touch GLS™ TPE solutions for differentiated food, beverage, and personal care packaging
https://www.avient.com/resource-center/knowledge-base/article/consider-adding-soft-touch-grips-competitive-edge?ind%5B0%5D=21537
Case Study Swiss Soldier's Pocket Knife Handle
Bergamid™ polymer formulations and GLS™ TPEs replace metal and provide comfort and usability for Swiss soldiers pocket knife.
Application Overview Soft-Touch Grips for a Competitive Edge
Value information and price comparison of GLS™ TPE soft-touch grips for outdoor applications.
https://www.avient.com/resource-center/knowledge-base/article/consider-adding-soft-touch-grips-competitive-edge?rtype%5B0%5D=1164
Case Study Swiss Soldier's Pocket Knife Handle
Bergamid™ polymer formulations and GLS™ TPEs replace metal and provide comfort and usability for Swiss soldiers pocket knife.
Application Overview Soft-Touch Grips for a Competitive Edge
Value information and price comparison of GLS™ TPE soft-touch grips for outdoor applications.
https://www.avient.com/resource-center/knowledge-base/article/consider-adding-soft-touch-grips-competitive-edge?ind%5B0%5D=6596
Case Study Swiss Soldier's Pocket Knife Handle
Bergamid™ polymer formulations and GLS™ TPEs replace metal and provide comfort and usability for Swiss soldiers pocket knife.
Application Overview Soft-Touch Grips for a Competitive Edge
Value information and price comparison of GLS™ TPE soft-touch grips for outdoor applications.