Enhance the properties of spun-dyed polyester, polyamide and polypropylene.

OnColor™ NIR Sortable Colorants have received APR Meets Preferred Guidance for packaging applications using HDPE resin. With the recognition, OnColor™ NIR Sortable Colorants are preferred for high-density polyethylene (HDPE) resin in black and dark colors, according to the APR Design® Guide for Plastics Recyclability. In addition, testing is underway to support an application for MPG recognition for the same colorants for polypropylene resin (PP).

Made with post-consumer recycled (PCR) polyolefin as a carrier resin, Rejoin PCR Masterbatch can enable a bottle or part to be manufactured from 100 percent PCR.  Until now, masterbatch has generally been made using virgin material as a carrier resin. We understand that many consider the use of colorants and additives that rely on virgin resin carriers to nullify the claim of 100 percent PCR, so we worked to develop a solution that could help our customers deliver fully on their sustainability commitments,” said Bob Lee, marketing director, Color & Additives Asia at Avient.

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?

HAMMERHEAD™ MARINE COMPOSITE PANELS APPLICATION & INSTALLATION GUIDE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION FEATURE BENEFIT Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio Lightweight yet strong structural performance and increased payloads Resistance to UV light, chemicals, moisture degradation and rot Resistance to harsh marine conditions Tough and impact resistant Durability and long product life Dimensionally stable Consistent performance in extreme temperature and humidity fluctuations Strong adhesive properties Easy bonding to various materials FEATURE BENEFIT Ready-to-install Fewer parts & reduced scrap Large format Improved aesthetics with seamless designs Made via continuous-fiber manufacturing process Consistent quality in every panel PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES MANUFACTURING ADVANTAGES Hammerhead™ Marine Composite Panels are made from continuous glass- fiber reinforced thermoplastic face sheets and polyester foam cores. Heat Length = π 2 * Thickness Radius = S B S T = 400°F B S GL AS S/ EP OX Y TA B M AT ER IA L TAB TESTING OF VARIOUS INSTALLATION METHODS BREAK STRENGTH (LBS) PETG Skins with Plywood Core 1 in 1.5 in 2 in 2400 2820 2748 Hammerhead™ with 5.3 lb/ft3 2 in 665 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/ft3 2 in 1084 Marine Plywood 2 in 770 Glass/Epoxy with Plywood Core 2 in 1055 Glass/Polyester with Balsa Core 2 in 919 L-Bracket Installation BREAK STRENGTH (LBS) PETG Skins with Plywood Core 2 in 2375 Marine Plywood 2 in 770 Glass/Polyester with Balsa Core 2 in 797 U-Channel Installation N O T AB BREAK STRENGTH (LBS) Hammerhead™ with 5.3 lb/ft3 2 in 420 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/ft3 2 in 332 Marine Plywood 2 in 984 Glass/Polyester with Balsa Core 2 in 1298 Hammerhead™ with 5.3 lb/ft3 Core Density - ITW Plexus NA 501 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/ft3 Core Density - ITW Plexus NA 1156 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/ft3 Core Density - Crestomer 1152PA Adhesive NA 1530 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/in3 Core Density - Crestomer M1-30 Adhesive NA 1471 Mixed Conditions ITW Plexus MA420 adhesive was used in all tab testing installations except where noted. BREAK STRENGTH (LBS) Hammerhead™ with 5.3 lb/ft3 2 in 420 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/ft3 2 in 332 Marine Plywood 2 in 984 Glass/Polyester with Balsa Core 2 in 1298 Hammerhead™ with 5.3 lb/ft3 Core Density - ITW Plexus NA 501 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/ft3 Core Density - ITW Plexus NA 1156 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/ft3 Core Density - Crestomer 1152PA Adhesive NA 1530 Hammerhead™ with 8.4 lb/in3 Core Density - Crestomer M1-30 Adhesive NA 1471 ADHESIVE DESCRIPTION ADHESIVE GRADE MANUFACTURER AVERAGE BOND STRENGTH (PSI) STANDARD DEVIATION FAILURE MODE BEST ADHESION 2k Urethane 75421 Lord 2281 184 Substrate Cohesive 2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY1 AccraLock 2211 78 Substrate 2k Acrylic Plexus MA420 ITW 2171 262 Substrate 2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk1 AccraLock 2102 138 Substrate 2k Urethane 75451 Lord 2047 68 Cohesive 2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY 1:2 AccraLock 1966 68 Substrate 2k Acrylic Scotchweld 8010 3M 1907 61 Adhesive Cyanoacrylate Gorilla Glue Gorilla Glue 1885 432 Cohesive 2k Acrylic Crestabond PP-04 Scott Bader 1873 281 Substrate  2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk 10:2 AccraLock 1779 127 Cohesive 2k Urethane 75422 Lord 1716 190 Cohesive Adhesive 2k Urethane 75452 Lord 1535 98 Adhesive 2k Methacrylate Polyfuse Icon Containment 1610 98 Adhesive INTERMEDIATE ADHESION 2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk C010817 AccraLock 724 58 Cohesive 2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk1 AccraLock 722 44 Cohesive 2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy Instant Mix Loctite 508 81 Adhesive 2k Epoxy Gorilla Glue Epoxy Gorilla Glue 341 198 Adhesive NOT RECOMMENDED  2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy Marine Loctite 0 0 No bond ADHESIVE SELECTION Brands identified are owned by the manufacturers of the adhesive products. 1 surface sanded with 220 grit scuff prep 2 surface primed with 459T FASTENER TYPE BENEFITS CONSIDERATIONS Through-Bolting Best mechanical locking system Need back side access to panel Screw-In Anchor Highest pullout strength Requires pilot hole Cup Washer Spreads compressive load Requires relief hole; For substructure and hard point attachment Wide Grip (Bulb-Style) Rivet Ease of use—no installation torque limitations For lower load attachments Sheet Metal or Wood Screw Readily available, low cost Penetrate both skins for improved pullout Shoulder Washer Limits compressive load Requires relief hole; For substructure and hard point attachment For more information on installation, adhesives, and fasteners for specific applications, please contact Avient.

Avient’s new sustainable solutions are its breakthrough PCR Color Prediction Service for polyolefins and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resins, an Avient announces new long fiber reinforced composites formulated with post-industrial recycled resin content, for applications including office furnis

Cesa™ Mix Additives can improve homogeneity when otherwise incompatible resin chemistries, fillers and reinforcing materials need to be blended. Helps to bridge the gap between different resin chemistries, enabling them to form a homogeneous structure

We offer cost-effective masterbatch or dry colorant solutions in small or large volumes that are compatible with a variety of resins. Compatible with all major resins

Mesa Liquid Colorants answer the need for essential liquid solutions that are consistent and cost effective to use with all common resins.  Universally compatible with all major resin types

The problems arose where two clear resins were being blended at the press. Switching from two blended resins to a single material delivered several key benefits to the manufacturer, including: