https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-receives-bd-supplier-year-award
CLEVELAND – For the second consecutive year, PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, has been recognized by BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) for supplier excellence.
PolyOne is committed to our customers’ success through collaboration, innovation and excellence in all that we do, and it’s gratifying to be recognized by our valued customers in this regard.”
The company is dedicated to serving customers in diverse industries around the globe, by creating value through collaboration, innovation and an unwavering commitment to excellence.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-09/stat-tech-tri-fold-processing-guide.pdf
Base Resin PC PC/PSU PES PEI PP ABS PEEK PA
Barrel Temperatures* °F (°C)
Rear Zone 530–560
(277–293)
550–575
(288–302)
660–700
(349–371)
675–725
(357–385)
390–420
(199–216)
425–460
(219–238)
680–730
(360–388)
430–500
(221–260)
Center Zone 515–560
(269–288)
540–565
(282–296)
650–690
655–710
(352–377)
380–405
(193–207)
415–450
(213–232)
670–710
(354–377)
420–490
(216–254)
Front Zone 510–525
(266–274)
530–555
(277–291)
640–680
(338–360)
655–700
(346–371)
370–395
(188–202)
405–440
(207–227)
410–480
(210–249)
Nozzle 520–535
(271–280)
540–565
(282–296)
650–690
665–710
(352–377)
380–400
(193–204)
415–450
(213–232)
660–700
(349–371)
420–490
(216–254)
Melt
Temperature
525–560
(274–293)
530–580
(277–304)
650–700
(343–371)
660–730
(349–388)
375–395
(191–202)
410–460
(210–238)
650–730
(343–388)
420–500
(216–260)
Mold
Temperature
175–250
(80–121)
160–220
(71–104)
280–350
(138–177)
275–350
(135–177)
100–135
(38–57)
150–180
(66–82)
300–425
(149–219)
160–230
(71–110)
Pack & Hold
Pressure
50%–75%
of Injection Pressure
Injection
Velocity
in/s
0.5–2.0
Back Pressure
psi 50
Screw Speed
rpm 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70 40–70**
Drying
Parameters
°F (°C)
6 hrs @ 250
4 hrs @ 250
4 hrs @ 275
(135)
4 hrs @ 250
3 hrs @ 300
(150)
2 hrs @ 200
(93)
3 hrs @ 275
(135)
4 hrs @ 180
(82)
Cushion
in 0.125–0.250
Screw
Compression
Ratio
2.0:1–2.5:1 2.0:1–2.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1 2.5:1–3.5:1
Nozzle
Type
General
General
General
General
General
General
General
Reverse
Taper
Clamp
Pressure 5–6 Tons/in2
* A reverse temperature profile is important to obtain optimum conductive properties.
Cut vent depths to:
- PC Compounds: 0.001"–0.002" depth and 0.250" width
- PC/PSU Compounds: 0.002"–0.003" depth and 0.250" width
- PES Compounds: 0.003"–0.004" depth and 0.250" width
- PEI Compounds: 0.001"–0.003" depth and 0.250" width
- PP Compounds: 0.001"–0.002" depth and 0.250" width
- ABS Compounds: 0.0015"–0.0025" depth and 0.250" width
- PEEK Compounds: 0.002"–0.004" depth and 0.250" width
- Nylon Compounds: 0.002" min. depth and 0.250" width
• Increase vent depth to 0.040" (1.0mm) at 0.250" (4.0mm) away from the cavity
and vent to atmosphere.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-01/Mevopur Colorants _ Additives Brochure.pdf
These include PE, PP, ABS,
SAN, PC/ABS, PC, PA6, 66 and 12, cyclic olefins (COP),
high performance polymers, and elastomers such as
EVA, SEBS, TPU and PEBA.
ADDING VALUE TO A WIDE RANGE
OF HEALTHCARE APPLICATIONS
PROVIDING STANDARD AND
CUSTOM COLORANTS & ADDITIVES
STANDARD COLOR RANGES
To speed up time to market, Avient offers a standard
range of colorants using pre-tested raw materials
suitable for a wide range of polymers including
PE, PP, PEBA, PC, and others.
APPLICATION PORTFOLIO DESCRIPTION
General use Opaque and transparent colors in PP, PE, COC, ABS,
POM, PC, TPU, PEEK, and more
Needle hubs and cannulae Opaque and translucent colors evaluated to ISO 6009
Ophthalmic caps and closures 13 standard colors in PE matched to American Academy of
Ophthalmology; biologically evaluated to USP standard
White pharmaceutical packaging White colorants for PE, HDPE, PP covering solid dose
to nasal packaging needs
Amber pharmaceutical packaging Pre-tested amber colorants
LSR silicones For LSR silicones and transparent color PET/PP (e.g. amber)
FUNCTIONALITY ADDITIVE PERFORMANCE
UV protection in transparent packaging Blocks UV in 290–450nm for PP, PE, PETG, COP
Processing aid/friction reduction Optimizes processing for PE, PP, ABS, POM—non-migrating
Nucleation for reduced material
consumption/cycle time
Improves thermal and mechanical properties of PE and PP
and allows wall thinning to support sustainability
Clarifying Improves clarity of transparent PP applications with reduced
migration and improved thermal stability—sorbitol-free
Laser marking/welding Activates the polymer to absorb Nd-YAG laser
for fast reliable marking/assembly
Gamma/e-beam sterilization Preserves the properties of PP and COP,
reduces yellowing and compensates for discoloration
Anti-static Reduces static buildup in applications such as films in
API handling and inhaler spacers/nebulizers
Antioxidant Provides thermal protection during converting/
downstream sterilization
Anti-counterfeit/brand protection Covert and non-covert systems
SUPPORTING SUSTAINABILITY
TARGETS
As the need to integrate sustainability in the design
of healthcare products is growing, manufacturers
of medical devices, diagnostic products and
pharmaceutical packaging are looking for
materials with a more environmentally friendly
profile.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-features-specialty-healthcare-material-solutions-services-mdm-west-2022
Trilliant™ HC8900 Thermoplastics are chemically resistant polymers that offer improved resistance to harsh chemicals and hospital-grade disinfectants compared to other flame-resistant (FR) polymers such as PC/ABS, PC/PET, and copolyester.
It delivers excellent weldability, kink resistance, and low levels of extractables.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-10/gls-tpes-with-antimicrobial-technologies-product-bulletin.pdf
PRODUCT BULLETIN
VERSAFLEX™ GP
2810-40N AM
VERSAFLEX™ CE
3120-65* AM
ONFLEX™ LO
7120-45 AM
Applications Personal care grips
Consumer packaging
Consumer electronics
Charging stations
HVAC seals
Cup holder mats
Color Natural Natural Natural
Durometer, Shore A 45 66 45
Specific Gravity
(kg/m3) 0.87 1.14 1.13
Tensile Strength
(PSI) 650 1200 585
Elongation % 700 600 685
Modulus @ 300%
|(PSI) 260 585 300
Injection Moldable Yes Yes Yes
OM Substrate PP PC, ABS, PC/ABS, COPE PP
TECHNICAL PROPERTIES
*UL listing does not apply; testing can be completed if required by the customer
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