https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/case-study-one-pager-versalloy-tpe-cargo-rack.pdf
OFF-ROAD VEHICLE MANUFACTURER C A R G O R A C K • Design freedom • Improve process efficiency to reduce cost • High strength-to-weight ratio • Aesthetic appeal • Weather and chemical resistance • Replaced metal with a injection-moldable thermoplastic plus TPE overmold to meet performance demands and maintain premium brand quality • Provided technical support to help expand the design and function of the cargo rack • Reduced manufacturing costs by eliminating the painting step from the process Versalloy™ TPE and thermoplastic substrate KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/case-study-one-pager-gravi-tech-toothbrush-base.pdf
ITALIAN MOLDER & PART PRODUCER L U X U R Y T O O T H B R U S H B A S E • Density 4.0 SG • Low water absorption • Good mechanical performance • Chemical resistance to toothpaste and cleaning products • Worked in close collaboration with customer to fully understand material requirements • Provided an alternative to metal with the processing and recyclability benefits of a polymer • Enabled customer to launch innovative new product into the market winning Red Dot Design Award Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-03/LubriOne - Specialty Furniture Fitting - Application Snapshot.pdf
technology HINGE MANUFACTURER S P E C I A L T Y F U R N I T U R E F I T T I N G • High dimensional stability • Low slip effect • No squeaking noises • Very low wear properties • High process stability • Provided high quality solutions for mass production with high processing performance • Met customer’s tribological requirements over the entire product life cycle of more than 20 years • Customized tailor-made solutions for specific applications that are constantly being adapted to new requirements LubriOne™ Internally Lubricated Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-05/Nymax - Utility Box - Application Snapshot.pdf
LEARN MORE INDUSTRIAL HOUSING OEM U T I L I T Y B O X S T I F F E N E R • Meet material stiffness requirement of 12,000 MPa flex modulus • Stable raw material supply • Formulated a solution that meets economic and mechanical property requirements • Quickly sampled and qualified the new material at multiple facilities • Enabled manufacturing at scale by using packaging that minimized moisture uptake during transit and storage • Provided a stable supply of post-industrial recycled (PIR) PA66 to offset prime PA66 Nymax™ REC Glass-Filled Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-03/OnColor Combination MIC Color - Lower Bumper - Application Snapshot.pdf
Microsoft PowerPoint - OnColor Combination MIC Color - Lower Bumper - Application Snapshot AUTOMOTIVE OEM L O W E R E X T E R I O R B U M P E R • Develop a new color for molded-in-color plastics • Create ‘Wow’ effect without chroming or paint • Provide metallic aspect with good UV resistance for exterior part • Developed new “gris megalithe” color for PP (AS1) utilizing Avient Design center • Produced master plaques to showcase new color • Accelerated testing to certify outstanding weathering resistance • Collaborated across the supply chain to optimize metallic effect in the final part Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants & Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-04/Chain Extenders for rPET Fibers in Automotive - Application Snapshot.pdf
CAR COMPONENT MANUFACTURER A C O U S T I C A N D T H E R M A L M A N A G E M E N T S Y S T E M S • High rPET content without loss of tenacity • High volume production • Color options • Offered a chain extender that supports stable spinning and maintains fiber tenacity to help achieve targeted rPET content • Provided technical support for production scale-up • Proposed different color concentrates suitable for application and polymer grade Cesa™ Fiber Additives – chain extenders for recycled polyester (rPET) KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-02/OnColor Water Pitcher Application Snapshot.pdf
LEADING CONSUMER PRODUCTS OEM W A T E R P I T C H E R H A N D L E • Access to the latest colors & effects for inspiration and assistance with brand aesthetics • Meet sustainability expectations while maintaining product and brand integrity • Accelerate product development timeline to meet aggressive commercial deadlines • Offered blue marble effect in Oceanworks PS • Developed a proprietary blue marble aesthetic in a recycled PS, meeting brand and sustainability expectations • Expedited product development to satisfy ambitious timeline requirements • Provided ongoing inspiration and global support throughout the process OnColor™ (Remafin™) Polymer Colorants for polyolefins KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-05/BIO additives MR snapshot 2022 Final.pdf
BIO additives MR snapshot 2022 Final EXTRUSION CAST PROCESSOR T H I N P L A F I L M & B A G S • Non-stick performance during manufacturing • Excellent film quality with good aesthetics • Efficient and clean process performance • Compliant with food contact applications* • Provided a performance additive to prevent biodegradable resin from sticking to the chill-roll surface • Reduced the polymer friction factor on metal surfaces, resulting in a better film quality • Helped improve the manufacturing process with fewer cleaning steps CESA™ OnCap™ & BIO Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-05/Edgetek Engineered Polymer Formulations - E-cigarette Housing-Case study snapshot.pdf
E-CIGARETTE MANUFACTURER H O U S I N G • Special effect finish • Halogen-free flame-retardant material • High production efficiency • Provided PC formulation with customized speckle effect to meet specific color and surface expectations • Passed UL 94 V-0 flame retardant test at 1.0 mm • Offered better impact strength than competitor‘s PC material, and passed the drop testing • Eased processing with high-flow material Edgetek Engineered Polymer Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Versaflex OM TPEs for Sealing Ring of Blood Lancet.pdf
BLOOD LANCET MANUFACTURER S E A L I N G R I N G • Compliance with strict regulations for medical materials • Excellent sealing performance • Good compression set • Provided a recycled TPE solutions compared to silicone without increasing system cost • Delivered a TPE that complied with ISO 10993-4 & -5 and USP Class VI • Supported a change to an injection molded material to ease production and enhance assembly capabilities Versaflex™ HC TPEs – OM1040-1 Grade KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?