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AU TO M OT I V E
A F T E R M A R K E T
M A N U FAC T U R E R
S T O R A G E B O X L A T C H
• Low coefficient of friction (CoF) to allow for ease-of-use
• Colorable to a brand-specified Pantone color
• Low odor in the end product
• Maintain performance when exposed to outdoor elements
and extreme temperatures
• Offered lubricious polyketone (PK) material to
facilitate easy slide and effective latching
• Provided excellent chemical resistance to
cleaning and harsh chemicals, such as bleach,
isopropyl alcohol and automotive fluids
• Formulated a durable material with abrasion
resistance, UV stability, and tolerant of
temperatures from 0°-140°F
• Delivered surety of supply vs. incumbent material
LubriOne™ PKE Polyketone Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
RUGGED + DURABLE
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GLOBAL SMALL
APPLIANCE BRAND
V A C U U M C L E A N E R H A N D L E
• Comply with flame retardant ratings of UL 94 V-0 at 0.8mm and
GWIT 775oC / GWFI 850oC
• Pass ball pressure at 75oC
• Deliver stable static resistivity of E9-11
• Matched color to a specified black103
• Pass tests for battery runaway, drop at 1m, static load, and
fatigue life
• Provided a custom formulation with a good
balance of performance and aesthetics
• Guided the molder on how to properly
measure the surface resistance of the part
and the fixture specifications
• Had excellent service with fast turnaround of
samples and strong ADTS support to ensure
smooth processability
Stat-Tech Static Dissipative & Electrically
Conductive Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
FLAME RETARDANT + ANTI-STATIC
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TEXTILE
MA NUFAC TURER
A U T O M O T I V E A I R B A G C O A T E D
F A B R I C
• Rapid development of color-coated, high-performance
fabric for global OEM airbag system
• Custom-colored silicone paste dispersion for liquid silicone
rubber (LSR)
• Excellent dispersion with color consistency to meet
regulatory demands and monitor coating performance
• Offered specialized customer support to
provide materials quickly while working with
all stakeholders
• Provided customizable color-matching
helping to reinforce brand equity
• Delivered exceptional quality and regulatory
knowledge to adhere to industry safety
standards and track internal performance
Silcopas Silicone Paste Colorants
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
QUALITY + CONSISTENCY
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Seat Ventilation Tube Case Study Snapshot
L E A D I N G LU X U RY
C A R M A N U FAC T U R E R
S E A T V E N T I L A T I O N T U B E
• Reliable sealing performance
• Good bonding ASA+PBT
• Excellent chemical resistance and good flexibility
• Provided a TPE with good flexibility to
maintain a tight seal within the ventilation
system, preventing air leaks and ensuring
efficient airflow
• Formulated a durable and chemically
resistant grade to help withstand the various
stresses and environmental conditions that
the ducts may encounter
• Offered quick technical support to fix the
leak problem for customer
Versaflex Thermoplastic Elastomers
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
SEALING + OVERMOLDING
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KUNKLE
Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary
Lisa Kunkle is Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary for Avient Corporation,
a premier provider of specialized and sustainable material solutions and services.
Before joining Avient in 2007, she was a partner with Jones Day, where she specialized in the
areas of corporate and securities law and advised on various compensation and governance
matters.
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A I RC R A F T I N T E R I O R
O E M
A I R C R A F T F L O O R I N G
• Meet aircraft flammability requirements (FAA)
• Provide flame retardance and smoke mitigation
• Maintain physical properties
• Control viscosity and allow enhanced processability
• Retain product integrity as contaminant free
• Provide product traceability
• Provided strong global EHS and regulatory support
to minimize risk
• Offered a solution to improve quality consistency and
control viscosity
• Enhanced mixing capability and improved
processing temperature and imprint hold
• Allowed greater security of supply with multiple
manufacturing locations
• Provided an integrated solution of plastisols and
pigment dispersions that met traceability
requirements with JIT delivery
KEY REQUIREMENTS
QUALITY + PERFORMANCE
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
CORE™ Vinyl Plastisols
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U TG ® H U N T I N G &
S H O OT I N G S P O RT S
G U N M A G A Z I N E H O U S I N G
• Good dimension stability with low warpage at different
temperature ranges (70˚C, room temperature, -40˚C)
• Good appearance with less glass fiber exposure
• Provided durable and impact-resistant glass
fiber reinforced formulation with excellent
surface finish and good dimensional stability
for smooth operation
• Passed all temperature durability and drop tests
to confirm use in outdoor environments
• Collaborated with customer via technology
services to accelerate product development
Bergamid™ Customized Polyamide
Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
DURABILITY + STABILITY
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L E A D I N G B I OT E C H
M A N U FAC T U R E R
C O N D U C T I V E P I P E T T E T I P S
• Accuracy of liquid measurements
• Hydrophobic properties to minimize fluid retention
• Concentric dimensional stability and warp resistance
• High flow properties for multi-cavity molds
• Offered consistent electrical conductivity to
achieve repeatable part performance and
minimize failures from inconsistent
conductivity
• Provided high flow grade with easy
processing to improve efficiency and cost
effectiveness
• Achieved high stiffness and warp
resistance, minimizing the rejection rate
Trilliant™ HC Conductive Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
CONSISTENT CONDUCTIVITY + HIGH FLOW
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R E I N F O RC E D
T H E R M O P L A S T I C P I P E
F O R O I L + G A S
• Reinforcement for HDPE pipe to meet the performance of
traditional steel pipe for oil and gas applications
• Temperature performance up to 65˚C with operating
pressure up to 1500 psi
• Spoolable, lightweight material to simplify transport and
installation
• Provided material compatibility with HDPE
and added reinforcement to meet burst
strength requirements
• Customized tape thickness to meet specific
processing needs
• Ensured supply chain reliability with fast
delivery and quality control in North America
• Flexible, reinforced plastic solution enabled
spoolable pipe and reduced weight
Polystrand™ Continuous Glass Fiber
Reinforced Polyethylene Tape
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
STRONG – DURABLE – LIGHTWEIGHT
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DIVING BOARD SPRING
D I V I N G B O A R D S P R I N G
P O O L D E C K E Q U I P M E N T
M A N U FA C T U R E R
• Non-corrosive alternative to steel springs to prevent rust,
degradation and staining of pool decks
• Flexible and durable to prolong product life
• Provided a corrosion-proof composite
material to prevent rust stains on pool decks
• Delivered a custom-shaped compression
molded spring capable of deep deflection
and high fatigue resistance for extended
product life
• Reduced weight by 75% compared to steel,
resulting in lower shipping and installation
costs
Gordon Composites™ Molded Unidirectional
Thermoset Barstock
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
CORROSION RESISTANCE + LESS WEIGHT
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