https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/pain-therapy-device-stands-out-peers?rtype[]=1124
Using Versalloy™ TPV, Biowave adds safety, durability and signature blue color
Competitive differentiation: The Biowave device is often referred to by its blue color, helping the product stand out from competitors.
Creating a two cavity tool for the bumpers saved PTA 70% over the cost of an overmolding tool, and reduced scrap rates typical with overmolded housings by 80%.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-12/Archery Cable Guard Application Snapshot.pdf
CABLE GUARD
C O M P O U N D A R C H E R Y B O W
• Consistent quality that withstands extreme outdoor
conditions
• Dimensional stability to improve durability and extend
product life
• Lightweight material for easy customer handling
• Strong, long-lasting quality
• Maintained stiffness and straightness while
upholding performance and aesthetic
specifications
• Provided dimensional stability necessary
for outdoor applications
• High strength-to-weight ratio enabled high
performance without adding significant
weight
Glasforms™ Pultruded Carbon Fiber Rod
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-03/decking-case-study-1-pager.pdf
STRUCTURAL
DECKING
R E I N F O R C E D H D P E L U M B E R
• Reinforcement to improve strength of HDPE decking
• Composite tape compatible with HDPE for strong
adhesion
• Low thermal expansion
• Domestic (U.S.) supply and manufacturing
• Added strength to HDPE deck boards to
enable industry-leading load capacity and
joist spacing spans
• Extended product life with superior adhesion
of PE tape via co-extrusion
• Improved supply reliability with product
manufactured in Englewood, CO
Polystrand™ unidirectional thermoplastic
composite tape
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Versaflex TPE-Charging Gun Grip-Application Snapshot.pdf
AVIENT SOLUTION
LEADING EV
MANUFACTURER
C H A R G I N G G U N G R I P
• Good abrasion resistance
• Excellent chemical resistance
• Nice surface finish
• Good bonding with flame retardant PC/ABS
• Provided a rubbery touch feel, chemical
resistance (including to ethanediol), and better
appearance than the incumbent TPV solution
• Eliminated a secondary process through two-
shot injection molding with good adhesion to
PC, ABS, PC/ABS, and copolyester handles
• Offered quick technical support to accelerate
the product development
KEY REQUIREMENTS
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE + BONDING
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Versaflex™ TPE Formulation
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-03/Surround - Respiratory Product Case - Application Snapshot.pdf
INDUSTRIAL SAFETY
OEM
B A T T E R Y P A C K H O U S I N G
• Static dissipation with dependable performance to protect
users from electrical shock
• Chemical resistance to withstand industrial cleaning
protocols
• Colorable material to differentiate models
• Achieve target shrink rates
• Injection moldable for high-volume production
• Provided a custom concentrate material for
flexibility in tailoring static dissipation performance
• Offered on-site technical support to ensure proper
blending and consistent end-application
performance
• Secured a long-term consistency in specialty raw
material supply
Surround™ Long Stainless Steel Fiber
Reinforced Polycarbonate
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-05/Smartbatch-Outdoor Chair-Case Study Snapshot_0520.pdf
PE Tarpaulin manufacturer
PP MULTI-
FILAMENT
MANUFACTURER
O U T D O O R C H A I R
• Resist UV light degradation in U.S. & European climates
for an extended period
• Maintain color stability and resist brittleness for a minimum
of 3 years
• Reliable supplier with good product quality and stable
supply
• Offered a UV stabilizer for PP multi-filament
yarn
• Delivered good light fastness
• Provided cost effectiveness by combining
colorant and UV additive solutions
• Had in-house Q-Lab UV (QUV) tester to meet
strict customer standards
Smartbatch Combination Colorants &
Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Complet LFT - Off-Road Seating Shell.pdf
OFF-ROAD VEHICLE
MANUFACTURER
U N I F I E D S E A T I N G S H E L L
• Consolidate parts to reduce manufacturing costs
• Maintain performance while replacing metal seating frame
with lightweight composite material
• High durability to withstand harsh usage environments
• Delivered long glass fiber reinforced
thermoplastic solution providing metal-like
performance with excellent toughness
• Lowered component costs with single-piece
injection molded seat shell
• Utilized global capabilities to meet
manufacturing supply chain needs
Complēt™ Long Glass Fiber PA66 Composite
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-01/Versaflex-Lip gloss tip brush-Application snapshot.pdf
COSMETIC
PACKAGING OEM
L I P G L O S S T I P B R U S H
• Good chemical resistance
• Shore 40A hardness at a 60-degree angle
• Natural/transparent color
• Can be flocked
• Delivered a formulation with good chemical
resistance to oil in long-term environments
• Provided an easy-to-mold TPE and replaced
TPU/TPEE with a better soft touch feel
• Offered good adhesion with an epoxy resin
glue with no impact on the flocking process
Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomers
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-05/Pressure Sensitive Mat Application Snapshot.pdf
SAFETY MAT
MANUFACTURER
P R E S S U R E - S E N S I T I V E
S W I T C H M A T S
• Broad range of hardness and durability
• Availability of custom colors
• Long-lasting material for use in high-traffic areas including
amusement park rides and workstations
• Moisture and abrasion resistance
• Provided durable plastisol solutions with
needed hardness for specific applications
• Offered customized colors to meet brand
and product specifications
• Supplied a solution giving added protection
against moisture intrusion
• Incorporated antimicrobial additives to resist
mold growth
CORE™ Vinyl Plastisols
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-02/MAXXAM Fan Blower Housing Application Snapshot.pdf
Appliance Manufacturer
APPLIANCE
MANUFACTURER
F A N B L O W E R H O U S I N G
• Non-halogen to industry standards
• Thermal stability
• Good impact properties
• Easy to process
• Good cost/performance
• Replaced halogenated solutions while
keeping the required mechanical
performance
• Delivered solution with V-0 flame
performance rating to withstand high-heat
environments
• Met regulatory standards including RoHS
and REACH as well as local Turkish
regulations
Maxxam NHFR Non-Halogen Flame
Retardant Polyolefin Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?