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?
AVIENT SOLUTION INJECTION MOLDABLE + STATIC DISSIPATION LEARN MORE Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/case-study-nymax-rigid-phone-case.pdf
LEADING OUTDOOR PRODUCTS OEM P R O T E C T I V E P H O N E C A S E • Alternative to traditional PC/ABS for improved toughness and chemical resistance • Substrate must have improved bondability to a protective TPE overmold • Looking for a differentiated “feel” • Offered a proven expertise in selecting the right combination of substrate polymer, TPE for overmolding, and color concentrate for optimal processing and performance • Provided custom solution after collaborating with molders and OEM through on-site trials and troubleshooting support • Enabled the customer to expand their offering for the outdoor consumer market • Custom Nymax™ PA6 Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION TOUGHNESS + CUSTOM FORMULATION LEARN MORE Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/versaflex-cosmetic-droppers-case-study-brief.pdf
VIROSPACK C O S M E T I C D R O P P E R S • Improved chemical resistance • Hardness 45 – 50 • Natural/transparent color • Food contact compliance • REACH compliance • Provided dedicated customer service resources • Reduced cycle time while maintaining similar mechanical properties • Provided a material with easy molding • Enhanced chemical resistance to oil in extreme conditions Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION CHEMICAL RESISTANCE + COMPLIANCE LEARN MORE Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-09/CORE Canning Lid Case Study Snapshot %281%29.pdf
FOOD PACKAGING MANUFACTURER C A N N I N G L I D S E A L S • Meet regulatory requirements for the application • Provide technical support including specific color, processing and molding recommendations • Deliver a high retort formulation to help preserve food quality and extend shelf life • Developed an FDA-compliant bio-derived plastisol to meet necessary regulatory specifications and help gain market share • Provided technical expertise throughout the design and manufacturing process • Offered a high retort solution with material strength and durability CORE™ Bio-based Vinyl Plastisols KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION COMPLIANCE + TECHNICAL SUPPORT LEARN MORE Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/Versollan TPE-Compression Controller - Case study snapshot.pdf
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AVIENT SOLUTION MEDICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURER C O M P R E S S I O N C O N T R O L L E R H O U S I N G G R I P • Good adhesion to PCTG • Comfortable grip combined with ergonomics • Medical regulation compliance • Provided a medical-grade TPE with excellent bonding to PCTG and good chemical resistance • Improved ergonomics and aesthetics with a soft- touch material • Met medical regulation compliance: FDA21 CFR 177.2600 • Delivered good colorability to ensure a stable esthetic KEY REQUIREMENTS OVERMOLDING + REGULATORY SUPPORT LEARN MORE Versollan Thermoplastic Elastomers Copyright © 2024, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-03/Versaflex - Pallet Non-slip Strips- Application Snapshot.pdf
PALLET MANUFACTURER N O N - S L I P S T R I P S • Improve top deck coefficient of friction • Chemically bond to HDPE and extrude at lower temperatures • Durability to withstand 7-10 year product lifespan • Provided onsite technical support to incorporate a secondary material in the existing manufacturing process • Shortened the product development life cycle by quickly providing a durable material within our existing product portfolio that improved grip • Ensured supply continuity to ease concerns • Trusted provider of sustainable rigid, elastomer, and color polymer solutions to enable product innovation Versaflex™ TPE Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION TECHNICAL SUPPORT + PORTFOLIO BREADTH LEARN MORE Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/Stat-Tech TPE - Powertool Handle - Case Study Snapshot_0.pdf
TOOL MANUFACTURER T O O L H A N D L E S • Electrical resistivity of 100 MΩ, ESD • Hardness of 90 Shore A or higher • Suitable for OM onto PP • White color • Provided a solution with permanent antistatic properties and excellent tear resistance, enhancing durability • Met required hardness range, giving handle excellent grip • Simplified manufacturing process with excellent adherence directly onto PP substrate Stat-Tech™ Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION TOUCH & GRIP WITH ESD LEARN MORE Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-01/Core Radiation Protection Case Study Snapshot.pdf
RADIATION PROTECTION OEM P E R S O N A L P R O T E C T I O N A P R O N S • Enhanced performance and compatibility with other materials being used during production • Improved durability in various environments • Onsite technical and processing support • Formulations in clear, neutral and black shades • Formulated a plastisol solution for better dispersion of customer’s raw materials and enhanced compatibility with pigments being used • Provided superior indoor and outdoor performance for the end application • Offered onsite support to help streamline processing • Delivered a range of colors to meet brand requirements CORE™ Vinyl Plastisols KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTIONS PERFORMANCE + PROCESSING LEARN MORE Copyright © 2024, Avient Corporation.
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?
AVIENT SOLUTION CHEMICAL RESISTANCE + EASY PROCESSING LEARN MORE Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-12/Versaflex TPE Fitness band-case study snapshot_1202.pdf
GLOBAL FITNESS BRAND R E S I S T A N C E B A N D • Soft material (25-30 Shore A durometer) • Grippy feel • Good colorability • Compatible with injection molding • Developed a custom-made TPE with excellent rebound resilience, even after 45,000 stretches • Replaced thermoset rubber with a recyclable material • Supported higher production efficiency to reduce total cost Versaflex Thermoplastic Elastomers KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION PROCESSABILITY + PERFORMANCE LEARN MORE Copyright © 2024, Avient Corporation.