Microsoft PowerPoint - Complet LFT Bettcher Motor Yoke.pptx BETTCHER INDUSTRIES Q U A N T U M ™ M O T O R Y O K E • Reliably support 25-pound motor without deflection • Reduce manufacturing system costs through metal-to- composite conversion • Chemical resistance to withstand corrosive substances during frequent sanitation and during use • Optimized yoke design for new material and performed CAE analysis to confirm reliability • Reduced part weight by nearly 40% • Single-step injection molding fabrication cut lead times and lowered per part costs • Molded-in color eliminated secondary painting and finishing operations Complēt™ Long Glass Fiber Nylon Composite KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

NYMAX™ POLYMER FORMULATIONS PRIME & RECYCLED NYLON THERMOPLASTICS PROCESSING GUIDE 2 Nymax Polymer Formulations Nymax™ and Nymax™ REC Formulations Nymax™ thermoplastics include prime and recycled nylon formulations in both unfilled grades and with various levels of glass fiber and mineral reinforcements. In addition, the Nymax™ REC series offers PA6 and PA66 grades with post-industrial recycled (PIR) or post-consumer recycled (PCR) nylon to support a circular economy.

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OnForce™ Long Glass Fiber Nylon Composite provided a corrosion-resistant, long glass fiber-reinforced material for cleaner connector Complēt™ Moisture Resistant Long Fiber Thermoplastic Nylons Complēt™ Moisture Resistant Long Fiber Thermoplastic Nylons provide gradual moisture uptake to maintain structural properties longer

Complēt™ Moisture Resistant Nylons Injection molded Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced nylon composite delivered high stiffness and low weight while simplifying manufacturing Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced nylon composite replaced aluminum to provide better fatigue resistance and reduce weight

Avient will exhibit newly launched OnColor™ Durable Orange Nylon Colorants for high-voltage electric vehicle (EV) connectors. Versaflex™ TF Adhesive TPE for Textile Fabrics: a cost-effective alternative to TPU adhesive films and traditional glues, free of plasticizers, with low VOC content, OEKO-TEX 100-2 compliance, and excellent washability up to 60°C, combining strong and seamless adhesion to polyester and nylon fabrics with outstanding elastic recovery for high wearing comfort in target applications such as functional sports attire, fitness apparel, and underwear Bergamid™ FR Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Formulations: developed for high-voltage connectors, designed to combine the application flexibility of high-flow nylons for thin-wall designs with the sustainable performance of a non-halogenated fire retardant system, available in unfilled or reinforced PA6, PA66 and PA 6/66 grades with UL 94 V0 and CTI 800+ ratings  

Avient Corporation highlights sustainable innovations at NPE 2024, including Nymax™ REC Recycled Nylon Formulations, Versaflex™ HC BIO BT218 TPEs, ColorMatrix™ Capture™ Oxygen Scavenger, and Cesa™ Non-PFAS Process Aid for Extrusion, exemplifying the company’s commitment to delivering advanced sustainable solutions.   Super Tough Nylon Formulations Added to Avient’s Recycled Content Portfolio   Nymax™ REC Recycled Nylon Formulations: two new super tough PA6 and PA66 grades added to Avient’s recycled content portfolio, each containing post-industrial recycled content, resulting in up to 81% lower cradle-to-gate product carbon footprint than traditional alternatives made without recycled content, and will be presented during Avient’s technical seminar at NPE, “Exploring Sustainable Alternatives to Traditional Polyamides,” by Jeremy Gray, Application Development and Technical Service Engineer, Specialty Engineered Materials at Avient, on May 9 at 11 a.m.

Providing excellent chemical resistance, low moisture uptake, dimensional stability, and high impact and wear resistance for a high-performing and more eco-conscious alternative to nylons. Nymax™ Engineered Nylon & Thermoplastic Formulations Nymax™ REC Recycled Nylon Formulations

WHEELCHAIR OEM C A S T E R W H E E L • Composite to replace a traditional aluminum caster • Lightweight, strong material that can withstand the rigor of daily use • Corrosion-resistant solution to reduce cost and frequency of maintenance • Formulated two materials that chemically bond seamlessly to minimize slip • Reduced weight by 33% (280g), supporting improved user maneuverability • Offered an injection-moldable alternative to metal that led to a more functional design and reduced vibration Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber Nylon 6/6 and TPU Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

LEADING ARCHERY OEM C A M M O D U L E • Ability to pass fatigue testing of 100,000 cycles • Maintain low vibration performance • Replace metal to reduce weight • Meet short lead time and budget constraints • Provided design guidance and mold flow analysis, saving the customer $800 - $1,500 compared to outsourcing the analysis • Streamlined the development process using an existing, specialty product to meet key performance needs as well as budget and timeline constraints, enabling the customer to launch in time for a leading industry tradeshow Nymax™ PIR Nylon Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?