The choice of the thermoplastic depends on the functional performance needed in the end-use application. However, most of the combinations were limited to hard thermoplastics only. This is achieved by molding a soft skin of thermoplastic elastomer over a hard engineering plastic.

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?

Thermoplastic Elastomers Dynaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomers Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives give the metallic look without the paint for an exterior bumper

• Composites resist corrosion; steel rusts easily unless it is painted or coated. 70% LIGHTER TRADITION OF EXCELLENCE Based on the proven performance of Gordon Glass™, the material of choice in composite archery bow limbs since 1953, our thermoset composite springs deliver unmatched strength & deflection for the most demanding applications.

EDWARDS DESIGN & FABRICATION M O D U L A R M I L I T A R Y B A L L I S T I C S H E L T E R S • Blast and bullet resistance to protect soldiers and military assets in mortar pits, shelters, and guard towers • Lightweight for portability and quick deployment without heavy equipment • Specific colors required to provide visual cover in the field • Provided UL 752 Level 3 ballistic resistance, additional protection by layering panels • Reduced weight by 75% compared to steel, improved portability over concrete or sandbags • Enabled easy installation with common carpentry tools • Customized color formulations to meet needed camouflage without painting GlasArmor™ Ballistic Resistant Composite Panels KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

TRANSPORTATION OEM A F T E R M A R K E T M O T O R C Y C L E T R U N K L I D & B A S E • Maintain physical performance of incumbent 30% glass fiber nylon while improving sink and warp issues • Black with an easy-to-paint surface • UV resistant • Collaborated to rapidly provide an alternative material with excellent balance of physical properties and durability • Achieved comparable performance while improving paintability • Quickly provided samples and offered on-site application development and technical support at molding trials Nymax™ Glass and Mineral Fiber Reinforced Nylon 6 Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

ECCOH™ Micromodules and ECCOH™ + Syncure™ 5G Hybrid Cable Insulation + Jacket materials are specifically designed to for optical fiber components.

Thermoplastic Elastomers Offered a paint replacement solution with a molded-in-color metallic effect Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives give the metallic look without the paint for an exterior bumper

Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives give the metallic look without the paint for an exterior bumper Learn more about enhanced modeling and design technology capabilities to more accurately predict long fiber reinforced thermoplastic performance in structural metal replacement applications

Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives give the metallic look without the paint for an exterior bumper Learn more about enhanced modeling and design technology capabilities to more accurately predict long fiber reinforced thermoplastic performance in structural metal replacement applications