https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-11/WPC Sheet Decking Application Snapshot.pdf
WO O D P L A S T I C
C O M P O S I T E ( W P C ) M F G
S H E E T A N D D E C K I N G
• Lightweighting solution offering energy savings and manufacturing
efficiencies
• Reduced downtime associated with poor quality rejections
• Consistent and uniform cell structure in decking material
• Compatibility with mono-core extrusion formula (rice hull bio-filler
and virgin PVC) when used with a chemical foaming additive
• Density control of 0.60-0.65 g/cc in production
• Provided a CFA solution that offered energy
savings, process optimization, and extended
manufacturing run times
• Enabled improved performance results and
enhanced process control
• Allowed tighter tolerance control with uniform cell
structure, eliminating voids and surpassing
density target ($100K savings)
• Increased productivity and aesthetic finish with
secondary operations (sanding)
KEY REQUIREMENTS
Excelite™ Chemical Foaming Additives (CFA)
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/foaming-agents/excelite-chemical-foaming-additives
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/excelite-1-page-case-study-grab-handle.pdf
Excelite OnePager Grab Handle (2)
TIER 1 MOLDER
A U T O M O T I V E G R A B H A N D L E
• Reduce production cycle times
• Achieve processing consistency in chemical foaming
additive (CFA) performance
• Control dimensional stability and reduce production scrap
rates
• Lower conversion costs
• Improved cycle time by 20%
• Achieved additional 2% density reduction
• Resulted in a finer cell structure with a higher cell
density, significantly improving dispersion and
dimensional stability
• Maintained Class A finish
• Reduced CFA use rate by 80%
Excelite™ IM Chemical Foaming Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS*
WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-07/MEVOPUR Chemical Foaming Agents Application Bulletin_CN.pdf
MEVOPUR Chemical Foaming Agents Application Bulletin_CN
可持续发展关注的焦点
应用公告
用于医疗器械和药品包装的 MEVOPUR 化学发泡剂(CFA)™
随着将可持续性融入医疗保健产品设计的需求不
断增长,医疗器械和药品包装制造商正在寻找更
环保的材料。
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-09/Colorant Chromatics Brochure_2024.pdf
Manufactured without intentionally added PFAS and without PTFE
CHEMICAL FOAMING ADDITIVES
Colorant Chromatics chemical foaming solutions
for fluoropolymer wire insulation can reduce part
density while enhancing the stability and efficiency
of the manufacturing process without the need to
invest in additional equipment for physical foaming
with blowing agents.
PHYSICAL FOAM CONCENTRATES
Colorant Chromatics Foam Concentrates for
foam processes with blowing agents provide a
concentrated level of nucleating agent to optimize
the cell structure in a foamed resin.
Foamed polymers
provide enhanced electrical properties, reduced
cable weight, and material cost savings.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-11/excelite-im-auto-case-study.pdf
CASE STUDY: EXCELITE™ IM CHEMICAL FOAMING ADDITIVES
THE CHALLENGE
With more major OEMs introducing lightweighting
initiatives, the use of chemical foaming additives (CFAs)
is becoming more common among automotive injection
molders.
Using conventional CFA ingredients, a special
conditioning process was used to prepare the raw
material for optimal foaming performance upon
polymer interaction.
Excelite IM Chemical Foaming Additives:
• The only patented liquid CFA in North America
and Europe
• Supported with customized dosing equipment
and technical assistance
• Typically contains 70% active CFA content,
dispersed in proprietary liquid vehicles
LIQUID CFAs PROVIDE A TOP TIER-1 MOLDER
WITH A CONSISTENT SOLUTION
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PUTTY KNIFE
MANUFACTURER
N O R T H A M E R I C A
• Reduce current scrap rate of 30%
• Eliminate prominent sink marks
• Minimize random short shots
• Reduced scrap rate to 1%
• Eliminated sink marks
• Improved mold fill
• Improvement in cell structure increased cell
density and dimensional stability during critical
cooling time
Excelite™ IM Chemical Foaming Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS*
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/foaming-agents/colormatrix-excelite-chemical-foaming-additives
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/reducing-weight-automotive-parts
Foaming Agents
Hydrocerol™ Chemical Foaming Agents
Added during processing, Hydrocerol is heat activated and releases gas to form a cellular foam structure, keeping the outer skin solid without voids.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-01/Marine OHP Application Graphic.pdf
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TACTILE EXPERIENCE
Soft Touch Feel, Wet Grip, Durable Performance,
Reduced Heat Transfer
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs),
UV Blocking Additives, “Cooler to the Touch” Colorants
METAL REPLACEMENT
High Impact Resistance, Durability,
Vibration Damping Properties,
Weight Reduction, Design Flexibility
SOLUTION: Long Glass Fiber Reinforced
Composites, Chemical Foaming Agents
WOOD REPLACEMENT & WEIGHT REDUCTION
Exceptional Strength-to-Weight Ratio, Resistance to Chemicals and Moisture
Degradation, Strong Adhesive Properties for Simplified Installation
SOLUTION: Composite Sandwich Panels, Chemical Foaming Agents,
Wood Plastic Composite (WPC) Technology, Continuous Fiber Reinforced
Thermoplastic Tape & Laminates, Pultruded Composite Profiles
HIGH IMPACT DURABILITY
High Strength Performance,
Localized Reinforcement,
Material Reduction
SOLUTION: Continuous Fiber
Reinforced Thermoplastic
Tape & Laminates
CORROSION &
MOISTURE RESISTANCE
Extended Performance,
Low Moisture Uptake, Durability
SOLUTION: Moisture-Resistant
Long Fiber Reinforced Composites,
Corrosion Resistant Additives,
Composite Sandwich Panels
AESTHETIC APPEAL
Custom Color and Special Effects,
Paint Replacement,
Color Fade Protection
SOLUTION: Custom Polymer
Colorants, UV Blocking Additives,
Antioxidant Additives,
Molded-In-Color Metallics,
Scratch & Mar Additives,
Laser Marking Additives,
Pre-Colored High-Gloss
Thermoplastics
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Our composite panels are custom engineered
by varying core thicknesses to increase or
decrease stiffness; by varying core materials
(including end-grain balsa, foam or engineered
woods) to increase or decrease weight; by
varying fiber to modify the stiffness-to-weight
ratio; and by varying the base polymer to
increase or decrease strength
TYPICAL SANDWICH PANEL PROPERTIES
SPECIMEN
TYPICAL
SKIN
THICKNESS
(in)
TYPICAL
WEIGHT
(lb/ft2)
TYPICAL
PANEL
THICKNESS
(in)
TYPICAL
FLEXURAL
FAILURE
LOAD*
(lbf)
Glass/Thermoplastic Skinned,
PET Foam Core
0.05 0.75–0.85 1.0–1.5 135–195
Glass/Thermoset Skinned,
PET Foam Core
0.05 1.0–1.2 0.5 120–150
Glass/Thermoset Skinned,
PET Foam Core
0.06 1.6–1.7 1.0–1.5 340–395
Glass/Thermoset Skinned,
Balsa Core
0.12 1.2–1.4 0.50–0.75 850–1500
Glass/Thermoset Skinned,
Balsa Core
0.09 3.0 2.25 3000
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=5480
FB538 BLACK ARM FOAM-1
FB539 BLACK ARM FOAM-2
Geon(TM) FB599 BLACK FOAM