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Transforming Modular & Offsite Construction with Advanced Composites APPLICATION GUIDE Siding & Cladding Impact resistance; thermal expansion reduction; superior strength-to-thickness ratio compared to traditional siding Roofing Systems Impact resistance; flexural strength; thermally insulative; will not contribute to mold or rot Interior Wall, Floor, & Ceiling Panel Systems Improved structural integrity; integrated fire protection; customized dimensions & finishes; thermal insulation; water, pest, & impact resistance Doors Impact resistance; ballistic resistance; high strength-to-weight ratio Exterior Sheathing Continuous insulation; impact, moisture & rot resistance; lightweight construction Garage Doors Impact & corrosion resistance; high flexural strength; customized dimensions & finishes; weatherability; UV stability; weight reduction Flood Barriers Moisture & corrosion resistance; durable; will not contribute to mold growth Composite Decking & Lumber Reinforcements for increased strength; material & weight reduction Cabinetry & Storage Weight reduction; customized dimensions & finishes Hammerhead™ FR Flame Retardant Composite Panels & Laminates Hammerhead™ & Polystrand™ Composite Panels GlasArmor™ & ThermoBallistic™ Ballistic Panels Polystrand™ Continuous Fiber Tapes ADVANCED COMPOSITES FOR BUILDING & CONSTRUCTION Polystrand™ Continuous Fiber Laminates Storm Shutters Impact & ballistic resistance; superior strength-to-weight ratio Safe/Panic Rooms Ballistic & impact resistance 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com Copyright © 2025, Avient Corporation.
MATERIAL SOLUTION DESCRIPTION KEY CHARACTERISTICS POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS Hammerhead™ FR Flame Retardant Composite Panels Industry-first flame retardant thermoplastic composite panels that meet ASTM E84 Class A standards for flame spread and smoke developed and configurations available to meet NFPA 286 corner room burn testing • Excellent flame performance • Moisture, UV, corrosion, impact, and rot resistant • Lightweight structural integrity • Reduce labor cost and time • Interior Wall, Floor & Ceiling Panel Systems • Garage Doors • Interior & Entry Doors • Exterior Sheathing • Siding & Cladding • Kitchen Cabinetry Hammerhead™ and Polystrand™ Composite Panels Thermoplastic composite panels constructed with Polystrand™ continuous fiber laminates thermally bonded to thermoplastic foam or honeycomb cores • Moisture, UV, corrosion, impact, and rot resistant • Lightweight structural integrity • Reduce labor cost and time • Garage Doors • Interior Entry Doors • Interior Wall, Floor & Ceiling Panel Systems • Exterior Sheathing • Siding & Cladding • Kitchen Cabinetry Polystrand™ Continuous Fiber Tapes & Laminates High strength unidirectional (UD) glass fibers combined with thermoplastic resins available in unidirectional tapes or multi-ply laminates • High strength and stiffness • Enables impact resistance • Formulations available to meet ASTM E84 Class A and Class B flame/smoke rating • Composite Deckng • Interior & Entry Doors • Roofing Systems GlasArmor™ Ballistic Resistant Panels Ballistic protection constructed from layers of 0°/90° woven E-glass fiber reinforcements with a proprietary thermoset resin system • UL 752 Level 1–3 compliant • Less than 25% the weight of comparable steel panel • 1-hr fire rating per ASTM E119* • Safe/Panic Rooms • Garage Doors • Interior & Entry Doors ThermoBallistic™ Thermoplastic Panels Industry-first thermoplastic ballistic resistant panels thermally formed with layers of 0°/90° UD E-glass fiber reinforcements and polyolefin-based resin systems • UL 752 Level 3 compliant • Extremely lightweight • Moisture, UV, and corrosion resistant • Safe/Panic Rooms • Garage Doors • Interior & Entry Doors * UL Level 3 panel was fire tested as part of a wall system with steel studs and drywall facesheet
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Fiber reinforced polymer composites are exceptional alternatives to traditional materials such as wood, ceramic, and metal, enabling designers to create lighter weight structural components for increased lifetime performance, and improved fuel efficiency.
POLYSTRAND™ THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITES Tapes, Laminates & Panels Polystrand™ high performance composite tapes and laminates are made by combining thermoplastic polymers and continuous fibers to create continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic (CFRTP) composites.
Polystrand composite panels are made with continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic face sheets thermally bonded or adhered to traditional core materials such as honeycomb, foam, aluminum, and nonwovens as reinforcement.
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DURABILITY High Impact Strength, Weatherability SOLUTION: PP, HDPE, ASA, Nylon Engineered Formulations AESTHETIC APPEAL Custom Color & Special Effects, Paint Replacement SOLUTION: Custom Polymer Colorants, Pre-Colored High-Gloss Thermoplastics THERMAL MANAGEMENT LED Heat Sinks, Design Flexibility SOLUTION: Thermally Conductive Formulations EXTREME PERFORMANCE Chemical & Fire Resistance, High Temperature Performance SOLUTION: Nylon Engineered Formulations, Long Fiber Reinforced Composites, Continuous Fiber Composite Tapes & Laminates, Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulations STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY High Stiffness-to-Weight Ratio, Metal Replacement SOLUTION: Pultruded Rods, Tubes & Custom Profiles, Long Fiber Reinforced Composites SENSORY EXPERIENCE Vibration Damping, Durability, Customization, Custom Color, Low Friction SOLUTION: Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs), Custom Polymer Colorants, Internally Lubricated Formulations, Advanced Composite Springs STRENGTH & STABILITY Excellent 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Fibers made from glass, carbon, aramid and other materials can be chopped and added to thermoplastic compounds to produce fiber-reinforced plastic (FRP) that can be injection molded or heat formed.
Long- and short- can be used in thermoplastic compounds for lightweight, high-end reinforcement.
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GlasArmor panels made with fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) composites provide excellent ballistic stopping power for the MPS while meeting the requirement of being lightweight and portable.
They are constructed from layers of 0°/90° woven E-glass fiber reinforcements combined with a proprietary resin system in a continuous pultrusion manufacturing process.
The composite material is 25% the weight of comparable steel structures and also weights significantly less than concrete, making them easily deployable in the field.
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Long fiber composites, in particular, are well-suited for replacing metal, offering exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and the ease of injection molding, which can expand design options and streamline processing steps.
Advanced computer-aided engineering (CAE) software, when complemented by in-depth design and material knowledge, facilitates precise prediction of the behavior of fiber-reinforced polymer materials.
For more technical details on the structural performance of reinforced polymers using CAE, automotive design engineers may access material data and models for Avient’s fiber-reinforced solutions using Hexagon’s Digimat-MX Tool.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/optimizing-automotive-structural-component-designs-advanced-modeling
Long fiber composites, in particular, are well-suited for replacing metal, offering exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and the ease of injection molding, which can expand design options and streamline processing steps.
Advanced computer-aided engineering (CAE) software, when complemented by in-depth design and material knowledge, facilitates precise prediction of the behavior of fiber-reinforced polymer materials.
For more technical details on the structural performance of reinforced polymers using CAE, automotive design engineers may access material data and models for Avient’s fiber-reinforced solutions using Hexagon’s Digimat-MX Tool.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/three-things-every-paddler-wants-their-equipment
Compared to aluminum paddle shafts, fiber-reinforced composites reduce weight without sacrificing rigidity.
Plus, composites won’t conduct cold or heat as aluminum does.
Both ABS laminate sheet and fiber-reinforced composites produce a strong, stiff hull that won’t flex in rough water or when fastened down to a roof rack.
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OnForce™ Long Glass Fiber Reinforced Polypropylene Composites
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