The effect is more pronounced in the low hardness products. The usual effect is a rise of about 5-8 durometer points. It has a lesser effect on hardness, but lowers that TPE’s temperature resistance slightly.

The effect is more pronounced in the low hardness products. The usual effect is a rise of about 5-8 durometer points. It has a lesser effect on hardness, but lowers that TPE’s temperature resistance slightly.

Creative and effective use of polymer colorants can have an effect all along the value chain, from brand recognition to competitive differentiation and a greater emotional connection with the product. Starting with the benefits of colors and effects for key markets and applications, this eBook dives into the details of liquid and solid colorants—how they work, their advantages, and drawbacks, and considerations for selection and processing. Possibilities offered by special effects and patterns

By ignoring one or the other, processors may also be turning their backs on greater productivity, better color quality, and even innovative special effects. Sticking to the tried-and-true colors and avoiding special effects or patterns How to avoid it: Take a serious look at what special effects are available and consider how they might be used to help OEM customers gain market share.

By ignoring one or the other, processors may also be turning their backs on greater productivity, better color quality, and even innovative special effects. Sticking to the tried-and-true colors and avoiding special effects or patterns How to avoid it: Take a serious look at what special effects are available and consider how they might be used to help OEM customers gain market share.

© 2024 Avient, All Rights Reserved RESIN (RPET/PET) PRODUCTION Create Value • Increase yield • Expand applications • Improve aesthetics • Reduce energy ColorMatrix™ Solutions • rePrize™ IV Builder • Ionix™ Flake Treatment • SmartHeat™ RHC Process Aid • Optica™ Toners & Colors for Enhanced Recyclability • Joule™ Reheat Additive DISTRIBUTION, RETAIL SALES, CONSUMPTION Enhance Consumer Experience • Improve aesthetics and visual appeal • Extend shelf life • Bolster consumer safety • Improve organoleptics ColorMatrix™ Solutions • Ultimate™ UV390 Light Barrier • Lactra™ Light Blocking Additive • Triple A™ Acetaldehyde Scavenger • Amosorb™ Oxygen Scavenger • Optica™ Toners COLLECTION, SORTING, RECYCLING Supply Quality Feedstock with APR* Recognized Solutions • Expand end-use applications • Reduce downcycling • Improve color stability ColorMatrix™ Solutions • Ultimate™ UV390 Light Barrier • Capture™ Oxygen Scavenger • SmartHeat™ RHC Process Aid PREFORM MOLDING & BOTTLE BLOWING Promote Process Optimization • Reduce energy • Reduce bottle blow-outs • Mitigate stress cracking • Improve mechanical and dimensional stability • Increase throughput ColorMatrix™ Solutions • SmartHeat™ RHC Process Aid • Eze™ Slip AgentPET RECYCLING ECO-SYSTEM PREFORM MOLDING & BOTTLE BLOWING COLLECTION, SORTING, RECYCLING DISTRIBUTION, RETAIL SALES, CONSUMPTION RESIN (RPET/PET) PRODUCTION * APR - Association of Plastics Recyclers

EMPRESA LÍDER EM BENS DE CONSUMO E M B A L A G E M – C U I D A D O S C O R P O R A I S • Ofereça um retorno rápido em novos designs para melhorar a velocidade de lançamento no mercado • Crie consistência visual e identidade de marca ao navegar pelos esforços de desenvolvimento com partes externas • Entregue orientação sobre tendências de cores • Entregamos mais de 20 cores personalizadas e aprovadas, utilizando o conhecimento do mercado e das tendências • Empregamos sessões de colaboração virtuais e no local para uma resposta rápida a decisões cruciais sobre cores • Trabalhamos com todas as partes necessárias, incluindo empresas de design, fabricantes e equipes de engenharia interna para proteger a integridade da marca Centros de design e tecnologia ColorWorks – São Paulo PRINCIPAIS REQUISITOS POR QUE A AVIENT?

LEADING CONSUMER GOODS COMPANY B O D Y W A S H C A P S • Lend guidance in using color trending intelligence to customize 20+ colors for product line rebranding • Provide fast turnaround on new designs to improve speed to market • Navigate development efforts with external design firms and label manufacturers to ensure visual consistency and brand identity • Receive technical support before and during processing • Delivered over 20 approved custom colors utilizing market and trend expertise • Employed both virtual and onsite co-collaboration sessions for quick turnaround on crucial color decisions • Worked with all necessary parties, including design firms, manufacturers, and internal engineering team to protect brand integrity • Provided technical support and expertise to converter ColorWorks™ Design & Technology Centers – West Chicago KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

EDWARDS DESIGN & FABRICATION M O D U L A R M I L I T A R Y B A L L I S T I C S H E L T E R S • Blast and bullet resistance to protect soldiers and military assets in mortar pits, shelters, and guard towers • Lightweight for portability and quick deployment without heavy equipment • Specific colors required to provide visual cover in the field • Provided UL 752 Level 3 ballistic resistance, additional protection by layering panels • Reduced weight by 75% compared to steel, improved portability over concrete or sandbags • Enabled easy installation with common carpentry tools • Customized color formulations to meet needed camouflage without painting GlasArmor™ Ballistic Resistant Composite Panels KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

OnColor™ Impress™ High Gloss Metallic Effect Colorants Color concentrates add a unique look and sheen to polymer packaging OnColor™ Impress™ High Gloss Metallic Effect Colorants create a high gloss, metal effect look with no flow lines for polymer packaging, in a limitless range of vibrant colors. Manufacturers are always looking for new and striking color combinations and special effects for packaging. This new color and special effects option helps polymer packaging do just that.