https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-09/OnColor Laundry Detergent Case Study Snapshot.pdf
LEADING HOUSEHOLD GOODS MANUFACTURER L A U N D R Y D E T E R G E N T B O T T L E • Increase post-consumer recycled (PCR) content to help meet state minimum standards • Improve color consistency to achieve global brand harmony and enhance on-shelf presence • Raised PCR level to 40% of the bottle weight, meeting sustainability goals and minimum PCR content regulations • Reduced thickness of outer bottle layer by 30% while increasing opacity, and removed colorant from middle layer • Delivered improved color consistency • Offered cost savings with a concentrated solution • Deployed on-site scale-up support at all converter locations OnColor™ Polymer Colorants – Super Concentrated Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION INCREASED PCR + CONSISTENT COLOR LEARN MORE Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-08/Citroen Ami MIC for PP Body_Case Study Snapshot.pdf
STELLANTIS E L E C T R I C Q U A D R I C Y C L E B O D Y • Replace paint on metal/plastic for lightweighting and CO2 footprint reduction • Develop new model shade in specified polypropylene grades • Ensure batch-to-batch color consistency for seamless part pairing • Fulfill requirements for wear and weathering resistance • Supported painted steel replacement with look-alike molded-in-color solution • Color matched new model shade and adapted formulation to different polypropylene grades • Fulfilled strict color variation tolerances to ensure seamless part pairing • Optimized the formulation for scratch, friction, stress whitening, and UV resistance • Offered molded-in color solutions for other electric quadricycle models Smartbatch FX for Paint Replacement KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-04/MEVOPUR LQ for Silicone Elastomers.pdf
The MEVOPUR™ LQ advanced range of liquid color & additive concentrates utilize the specific liquid carrier system designed for high compatibility with silicone elastomers.
A wide range of opaque and translucent colors is available, as well as the option to work with us for any custom color requirements.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Wide range of opaque and translucent colors including standard colors (see examples in color chart).
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-10/2022 Automotive Industry Overview Brochure.pdf
AUTOMOTIVE SOLUTIONS ENGINEERED POLYMERS ELASTOMERS ADVANCED COMPOSITES COLORANTS ADDITIVES PLASTISOLS VINYL POWDERS DESIGN & COLOR SERVICES ENABLING SUSTAINABILITY We are committed to helping you be more sustainable, and our advanced materials aim to support your commitments and meet industry demands.
Our global team is here to accelerate development and part approvals, supporting you with: • Materials that meet over 500 automotive polymer OEM specifications • More than 14,000 color and additive approvals for OEM specifications, including more than 2,000 UL94-registered concentrates and pre-colors • Advanced design and color expertise PORTFOLIO HIGHLIGHTS Specialized polymers and composites • Thermoplastic Elastomers • Recycled and Bio-based Thermoplastic Elastomers • Long Fiber Reinforced Formulations • Thermally Conductive Formulations • Static Dissipative, Electrically Conductive, and EMI/RFI Shielding Formulations • Pre-Colored Thermoplastics for Premium Finishes • Engineered Polymer Formulations • Continuous Fiber Tapes & Laminates Colorants, additives, and plastisols • Solid & Liquid Colorants (special effects & bio-based) • Colorant and Additive Concentrates • Functional and Performance Additives (UV, FR, antimicrobial, and more) • Liquid Additives • Chemical Foaming and Nucleating Agents • High-Temperature Concentrates • Silicone Dispersions • Vinyl Powders and Plastisols Design & Color Services • Avient Design • ColorWorks™ Design & Technology Centers UNDERHOOD Air Management Fuel Systems Filters/Cleaners Engines/Power train Fans & Shrouds Engine & Cam Covers Fluid Reservoirs Sealing Systems Wire & Cable and Connectors Battery Systems & Supports EV Battery Systems Sensors/Controls/Actuators Turbo/Super Chargers Control Modules/Valves Gears & Hoses HVAC Systems Electrical Control Units EXTERIOR Move over metal... our material and colorant solutions enable you to replace metal and paint while improving miles per gallon or per charge.
INTERIOR Our polymers, additives and colorants help you to improve performance, aesthetics, and durability.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-11/Cesa Clean Processing Usage Guide.pdf
GUIDELINES FOR USING CESA CLEAN ADDITIVES • Cesa Clean works best when molded maintaining normal (injection) pressure/shear • For best results, Avient recommends a “Running Color Change” which eliminates breaks in the molding cycle • Since the Cesa Clean concentrate will expand, it is recommended to reduce the shot size by 20% • It is designed for use at a let-down ratio (LDR) of 3.0% or (33:1); however, use rate can vary depending on the severity of the contamination but typically is 2.0–4.0% (a use rate higher than 6.0% may not have any positive affect on the cleaning performance) • Using Cesa Clean as a routine part of your color change rotation will allow faster changes and consume a minimal amount of raw material - Note: If the manifold is not cleaned routinely, this process may be more time consuming and additional material will be required • It is best to process at your normal polymer processing temperatures - For best performance, stock temperature should be at least 400°F - If 400°F is achieved during the purging process, no additional activation will occur during the reprocessing of regrind - All parts produced during the “Running Purge Cycle” should be captured as regrind, resulting in a scrap-free color change - If using sequential gates, open and close all gates at the same time while purging the tool - If contamination appears to be coming from one gate, open and close first, and for an extended period of time, to force more material through this location - When cleaning in this manner, pay close attention to shot size - Parts containing the previous or new color plus any Cesa Clean can be used as regrind INTRODUCING CESA CLEAN TO YOUR PROCESS Hand Blend • Hand weigh enough of the Cesa Clean and natural resin mix to equate to 3–5 times the barrel capacity • Use rate should be 3.0% or 33:1 for routine cleaning • For difficult-to-clean tooling, or tooling which is not routinely cleaned, start at 4.0% or 25:1 • Note: Do not attempt to vacuum load more than 15 feet from source as stratification/separation may occur Volumetric Feeder • Calibrate feeder to dispense 3.0% or 33:1 for routine cleaning • For difficult-to-clean tooling, or tooling which is not routinely cleaned, start at 4.0% or 25:1 • This style of feeder is highly recommended for at-the-throat metering of Cesa Clean Blending Units Most blenders have an extra bin for an additive • Fill the additive bin with Cesa Clean • Set blender to introduce the Cesa Clean at 2.0 to 4.0% • Note: Do not air convey any further than 15 feet as Cesa Clean has a high density and may separate from the mix.
GETTING STARTED TIMING IS THE KEY TO A RUNNING COLOR CHANGE Hand Blend • Have the purge blend ready to load • If hopper contains a mixture of resin, color and/ or regrind, it should be run dry or drained before beginning the color change, keeping the screw full so press cycle continues • Run the main resin hopper dry or shut off hopper to hand feed at the throat • Once press is clean, slide hopper in place and proceed with next color-resin blend • The next color can be added while Cesa Clean is still in the barrel • When splay is no longer visible in parts, reset shot size, parts should be ready to pack (Single) Volumetric/Gravimetric Metering Unit at the Throat • Empty and clean feeder while press continues to run • Add Cesa Clean to the feeder color hopper and calibrate to a 3.0% use rate • When press is clean, start next color • When splay is no longer visible in parts, reset shot size, parts should be ready to pack • Note: If an open/unused secondary feeder is installed, use it for the Cesa Clean concentrate Central Blending Unit • Thoroughly clean unit while continuing to mold parts, keeping a resin feed to the press • Using a clean open hopper or regrind hopper, add the Cesa Clean concentrate • Set blender for additive/color to 3.0% • Once press is clean, drain hopper and/or central blending unit while continuing to mold parts • Begin new color and continue to mold parts • When splay is no longer visible in parts, reset shot size, parts should be ready to pack Process Adjustments That Can Help • Increase back pressure • Increase screw speed • Increase injection speed (in some tools maximum injection speed can facilitate cleaning) • Reduce mold close time (faster cycle) • Always remember a stock temperature of 400°F is essential When press and tool are clean, return all settings to standard production process profile.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/fluoropolymer-cable-case-study-.pdf
CABLE MANUFACTURER REBOUNDS WITH SPECIALIZED COLOR AND ADDITIVE MASTERBATCHES CASE STUDY: COLORANT CHROMATICS™ Challe nge Accepted.
That inconsistency led to masterbatches that included lumps and lot-to-lot color differences.
On its manufacturing lines, the transition to Colorant Chromatics fluoropolymer color concentrates helped slash its scrap rate from 10% to less than 5%.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/Replacing%2520Metal%2520with%2520Vinyl_0.pdf
At first, they experimented with pre-colored ABS, but the ABS parts failed the company’s requirements for color retention after exposure to UV light.
Due to the commercial success of the gray and black colors, Smart Hero plans to introduce seven new colors made with Geon M5705 material to expand its product line.
Using Geon M5705 material for these seven colors will save an additional $200,000 per year.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/mulch-films-case-study.pdf
Mulch films case study BIODEGRADABLE & COMPOSTABLE M U L C H F I L M S • Compliance with European Standard EN17033 or OK Compost • Black and white color standards available under different TÜV Austria certifications (OK Compost and more) • Full support for end-product certification for both EN13432 and EN17033 • Formulated with pigments tested and approved by certified body OnColor™ Bio-Colorants KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/oncolor-brilliant-metallics-product-bulletin_0.pdf
OnColor™ Brilliant Metallic Colorants OnColor™ Brilliant Metallic Colorants are highly reflective colorants that rely on premium coatings grade special-effect pigments to produce a striking look for polymer parts.
Available in masterbatch solutions, the color combining possibilities are virtually endless.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Available in standard metallic finishes or custom colors • Premium grade special-effect pigments • Uniquely formed particles provide an enhanced metallic effect • Molded-in color eliminates scratching or chipping • Cost effective replacement for painted, plated or metal parts MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS OnColor Brilliant Metallic Colorants add depth and vibrancy to: • Packaging, including premium cosmetics or luxury caps • Transportation, such as interior or exterior automotive trim and components • Consumer goods • Appliances www.avient.com Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/oncolor-brilliant-metallics-product-bulletin.pdf
OnColor™ Brilliant Metallic Colorants OnColor™ Brilliant Metallic Colorants are highly reflective colorants that rely on premium coatings grade special-effect pigments to produce a striking look for polymer parts.
Available in masterbatch solutions, the color combining possibilities are virtually endless.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Available in standard metallic finishes or custom colors • Premium grade special-effect pigments • Uniquely formed particles provide an enhanced metallic effect • Molded-in color eliminates scratching or chipping • Cost effective replacement for painted, plated or metal parts MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS OnColor Brilliant Metallic Colorants add depth and vibrancy to: • Packaging, including premium cosmetics or luxury caps • Transportation, such as interior or exterior automotive trim and components • Consumer goods • Appliances www.avient.com Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.