https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/medical-hose-manufacturer-boosts-productivity-specialized-material?ind[]=6598
The elastomeric material, used to overmold a cuff on the end of the hose, demonstrated inconsistent quality and subpar flow properties.
The Avient team assessed the application’s technical and operational requirements, and recommended a GLS™ Versalloy™ alloy in 45 Shore A durometer, an FDA-compliant medical TPV grade designed for overmolding onto PP.
https://www.avient.com/idea/3-ways-thermoplastic-elastomers-can-help-you-hit-right-notes-portable-speakers
To integrate them, TPEs enable an overmolding process that places the material directly onto the housing substrate.
Overmolding these materials on the outside of your device can add impact protection, abrasion resistance, and UV resistance properties depending on the intended use environment of the speaker.
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_subtype=117&document_type=59&page=2
Discover how injection overmolded Polystrand™ CFRTP adds strength and flexibility to this ultra-lightweight and ultra-cool binding
Maxxam™ Polyolefin Formulations solution exceeded performance requirements, eliminated overmolding, and reduced cycle times.
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_type=0&industry=0&product_family=1688&product_subfamily=0&product_name=0&op=FILTER RESULTS&form_id=resource_filter_form&page=1
Processing & Design Guides
Strategically positioned unidirectional tape inserts overmolded with Complēt™ long glass fiber reinforced nylon composite provide fatigue endurance to allow part reduction for office chair
https://www.avient.com/news/gobie®-h2o-boosts-competitive-advantage-filtered-water-bottle-polyone
GOBIE overmolds GLS Versaflex™ TPE material on the bottle’s patented FlexFlo™ squeeze grip, non-slip base and finger-loop to deliver a comfortable non-slip grip, attractive aesthetics and a strong bond for durability.
Guided by its Core Values, Sustainability Promise and No Surprises PledgeSM, PolyOne is committed to its customers, employees, communities and shareholders through ethical, sustainable and fiscally responsible principles.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-showcase-material-colorant-and-additive-innovations-chinaplas-2018
They also resist abrasion and ultraviolet (UV) rays to maintain long-lasting aesthetics, and eliminate assembly steps with a one-step overmolding process.
Guided by its Core Values, Sustainability Promise and No Surprises PledgeSM, PolyOne is an ACC Responsible Care® certified company committed to its customers, employees, communities and shareholders through ethical, sustainable and fiscally responsible principles.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-showcase-polymer-solutions-disinfectant-resistance-mdm-west-2016
Overmolded thermoplastic elastomers: Versaflex™ HC solutions provide excellent chemical resistance to alcohol, bleach and peroxide based antiseptics, and bonds to chemically resistant substrate resins for superior adhesion and durability across a wide range of applications.
Guided by its Core Values, Sustainability Promise and No Surprises PledgeSM, PolyOne is committed to its customers, employees, communities and shareholders through ethical, sustainable and fiscally responsible principles.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-makes-splash-cbme-karibu-folding-baby-bath
The tub features a custom overmolded GLS Versaflex™ thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) and non-toxic PolyOne OnColor™ colorants.
Guided by its Core Values, Sustainability Promise and No Surprises PledgeSM, PolyOne is committed to its customers, employees, communities and shareholders through ethical, sustainable and fiscally responsible principles.
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_type=59&document_subtype=0&industry=0&product_family=0&product_name=0&op=FILTER RESULTS&form_id=resource_filter_form&page=15
Hydrocerol™ Chemical Foaming Agents for Injection Molding - Technical Guide
Nymax™ nylon substrate and Versaflex™ TPE overmold combine to deliver structural integrity and comfort for archery OEM
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/versalloy-medical-tubing-case-study.pdf
The elastomeric
material, used to overmold a cuff on the end of the
hose, demonstrated inconsistent quality and sub-par
flow properties.
The Avient team
assessed the application’s technical and operational
requirements, and recommended GLS Versalloy™ XL-
9045-1 alloy in 45 Shore A durometer, an FDA-compliant
medical TPV grade designed for overmolding onto PP.