https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-01/case-study-one-pager-lubrione-switchgear-plunger.pdf
Material needs to: • Pass ampere test at 10A and 16A conditions • Pass glow wire test at 750°C at 1.5mm thickness • Have a lubrication effect and dimensional stability at an elevated temperature of 110°C • Meet test criteria of 250K cycles switch on/off without failure or dimensional changes • Reduced risk of shock by replacing brass with polymer formulation that met all key electrical and functional performance criteria • Eliminated the need for secondary lubricant due to self- lubricating properties of LubriOne materials • Enabled in-house molding which removed reliance on external part supplier and allowed direct management of global inventory levels LubriOne™ Internally Lubricated Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION LOW FRICTION + WEAR RESISTANT LEARN MORE Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-02/EMEA Automotive Case Study Paint Replacement Construction Vehicle _1_.pdf
LEARN MORE TIER 2 MOLDER P A N E L F O R C O N S T R U C T I O N V E H I C L E S • Transition from painting extruded sheet (3-5mm) to molded-in color for two different thermoplastics • UV stability • Good appearance for visible part • Expedited approved solution that delivered the appearance and performance of a painted part • Developed formulations for two materials- PMMA and ABS • Offered aluminum appearance and required UV stability SmartBatch™ FX for Paint Replacement KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION PAINT REPLACEMENT Copyright © 2024, Avient Corporation https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/color-additive-combination-masterbatches/smartbatch-fx-paint-replacement-0 https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/color-additive-combination-masterbatches/smartbatch-fx-paint-replacement-0 Tier 2 molder
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-09/Waste Mgmt OEM Application Snapshot.pdf
LEADING WASTE MANAGEMENT OEM I N D U S T R I A L C O N T A I N E R S • Eliminate shrinkage and warpage, and control dimensional aspects of finished parts • Improve quality assurance metrics and reduce downtime associated with quality rejections • Reduce process parameter changes and maintain consistency when running multiple colors • Lightweighting solution offering energy savings, process optimization & extended manufacturing run times • Preserved industrial waste container quality while maintaining functional performance and application dimensional stability • Provided xpertise in process optimization and polymer formulation, where material & mold flow, reducing cycle times, and color harmony between diverse polymers matter most • Accelerated speed to market by several weeks with versatile agnostic product forms (solid and liquid) coupled with technical service Hydrocerol™ and Excelite™ Chemical Foaming Agents (CFA) KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-04/Ext Building Products OEM Application Snapshot.pdf
Ext Building Products OEM Application Snapshot EXTERIOR BUILDING PRODUCTS OEM S H E E T / P R O F I L E E X T R U S I O N • Source a cost competitive and effective chemical foaming additive (CFA) with prompt availability • Incorporate a CFA lightweighting solution with consistent cell structure and density for better overall operational performance • Improve material usage while manufacturing on both single and twin screw processing equipment • Met customer needs and timing with effective and efficient CFA solutions • Provided formulations that improved the dispersion and efficacy for optimized performance and control in manufacturing • Offered application and processing expertise focused on specific customer manufacturing assets and operations, allowing improved material usage and reduced operational costs Hydrocerol™ and Excelite™ CFAs KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION LIGHTWEIGHTING + PERFORMANCE LEARN MORE Copyright © 2022, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-10/Wall Partitions Mini Case Study.pdf
WALL PARTITION MANUFACTURER F O O D P R O C E S S I N G E N V I R O N M E N T S • Decrease growth of microbes on plastic surfaces that come in contact with food products • Compatibility with sheet extrusion processing • Maintain all other functional attributes inherent to product, such as ROHS, flame retardant standards, and specific brand color • Seamlessly incorporated multifunctional additives for optimal performance in reducing microbe growth • Developed custom formulation for complex processing configurations in sheet extrusion technology • Provided expertise in antimicrobial performance, chemical resistance, flame retardance, and regulatory product stewardship Cesa™ WithStand™ Antimicrobial Additives and Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/versaflex-hc-bt218-biopharmaceutical-tubing-case-study.pdf
MEDICAL TUBING EXTRUDER B I O P H A R M A C E U T I C A L T U B I N G • Low leachables & extractables • Great tensile performance and kink resistance • Good thermal weldability • Excellent clarity and medical blue tint • ISO 10993-4 & 5, USP Class VI & Animal Derivative Free (ADF) • Supplied drop-in material replacement to overcome supply constraints of incumbent TPE • Offered a lower extractable profile than comparable materials in the market • Enabled easy material transition without changes in tooling or thermal welding machine settings • Formulated solution with proprietary additives to provide clarity and prevent yellowing after sterilization Versaflex™ HC BT218 Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION LOW EXTRACTABLES LEARN MORE Copyright © 2021, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/versaflex-hc-3810-covid-19-containment-tube-screw-caps-case-study.pdf
DIAGNOSTICS MANUFACTURER C O V I D - 1 9 C O N T A I N M E N T T U B E S C R E W C A P S • Wide range of durometers with consistent raw materials • Processing consistencies across the durometer ranges for an easy transition between materials • Materials formulated without animal derivatives at a competitive cost • Offered a comprehensive range of solutions to accommodate specific application demands such as barrier, flexibility, and sealing performance • Provided materials manufactured in an ISO 13485 certified facility • Delivered a series of medical-grade TPEs that could be extruded and injection molded Versaflex™ HC 3810 Thermoplastic Elastomers KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION DUROMETER RANGE + FORMULATED WITHOUT ANIMAL DERIVATIVES LEARN MORE Copyright © 2021, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-08/air-fryer-window-one-page-case-study.pdf
COOKWARE MANUFACTURER A I R F R Y E R W I N D O W • Clear, FDA food-contact compliant material that can be run through a dishwasher • Able to withstand long-term steam and heat • Allows injection molding of a complex shape with aesthetics that convey cleanliness and quality • Added concentrate to a natural PES material allowing it to retain clarity and aesthetics in an FDA-compliant solution • Enabled material to withstand sterilization and maintain continuous heat resistance • Provided a more pleasing appearance that could command a greater price point due to perception of higher quality Colorant Chromatics™ PESU Concentrate KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION AESTHETICS + HEAT RESISTANCE LEARN MORE Copyright © 2021, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-09/CCG Application Snapshot PTFE dispersed pigment tubing.pdf
PTFE Wire insulation TUBING MANUFACTURER P T F E C A T H E T E R T U B I N G • Food contact compliance • Avoid contamination risks resulting from dry pigments • Powder paste extrusion process • High quality dispersion • Availability of custom color options • Supplied pigments with FDA clearance • Optimized pigment particle size and distribution to achieve high-quality dispersion • Provided a technology based on high-quality pigments and ready-to-use formulations • Offered a standard liquid pigment portfolio in a wide range of shades with color-matching capabilities • Improved manufacturing process stability and efficiency Colorant Chromatics PTFE Dispersed Pigment Solutions KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-03/ECCOH XL Cable Insulation Case Study Snapshot.pdf
POWER CABLE PRODUCER C A B L E I N S U L A T I O N • Easy to process • To pass CPR fire test • Low smoke and toxicity values on smoke test • Possibilities for low-voltage cables • Cable insulation that passed G18 of the CEI EN 50363-0: 2015 standard • Offered Sioplas technology for cross-linking providing ambient curing • Delivered new cable design possibilities for low- voltage cables while offering easy processing • Processed more efficiently than market- established elastomeric technology which is processed using a CV line • Provided cable insulation that passes the hot set test at 250°C ECCOH XL Cross-Linkable Solutions 8054 KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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