https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/lawn-and-garden-maker-adds-appeal-profitability
Overmolding with TPEs gives consumers a better grip
However, the original TPE that the company selected caused issues during 2K molding.
For this manufacturer, another appealing aspect of working with this material was Avient’s dedicated TPE production line in Spain, which is used solely to manufacture TPEs for overmolding applications.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/lawn-and-garden-maker-adds-appeal-profitability?ind[]=21537
Overmolding with TPEs gives consumers a better grip
However, the original TPE that the company selected caused issues during 2K molding.
For this manufacturer, another appealing aspect of working with this material was Avient’s dedicated TPE production line in Spain, which is used solely to manufacture TPEs for overmolding applications.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/injection-molding-part-design?rtype[]=1164
Generally, GLS TPEs will flow much further in thinner walls than other types of TPEs.
Typical spiral flow lengths for GLS TPEs*
Generally, SEBS TPEs have higher shrinkage and are more anisotropic than SBS TPEs.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/injection-molding-part-design
Generally, GLS TPEs will flow much further in thinner walls than other types of TPEs.
Typical spiral flow lengths for GLS TPEs*
Generally, SEBS TPEs have higher shrinkage and are more anisotropic than SBS TPEs.
https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/versaflex-thermoplastic-elastomers
Versaflex™ Soft Gel TPEs
GLS™ TPEs - Overmolding Guide
TPEs for Home Appliances
https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/resound-bio-thermoplastic-elastomers
Bio-Based TPEs
reSound™ BIO TPEs
reSound™ OM TPEs
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/material-cuts-delays-contact-lens-container-production
Custom TPE addresses critical issues, delivers $100,000 in annual savings
Testing showed that this TPE would not stick to the machinery or itself.
Armed with a new specialty TPE solution, the medical manufacturer handled gasket adhesion with a material that outperformed that not only silicone, but also conventional TPEs.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/material-cuts-delays-contact-lens-container-production?ind[]=6598
Custom TPE addresses critical issues, delivers $100,000 in annual savings
Testing showed that this TPE would not stick to the machinery or itself.
Armed with a new specialty TPE solution, the medical manufacturer handled gasket adhesion with a material that outperformed that not only silicone, but also conventional TPEs.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/material-cuts-delays-contact-lens-container-production?rtype[]=1124
Custom TPE addresses critical issues, delivers $100,000 in annual savings
Testing showed that this TPE would not stick to the machinery or itself.
Armed with a new specialty TPE solution, the medical manufacturer handled gasket adhesion with a material that outperformed that not only silicone, but also conventional TPEs.
https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/dynalloy-thermoplastic-elastomers
Selecting the Right TPE
TPEs vs.
TPE Product Selector Guide