Polymers are formed differently and have inherent properties that are optimized by using best practices for their design. Don’t wait too long to select materials: Engage with a polymer supplier early on in the design process to specify the exact material attributes you need. Heat transfer capabilities of metal with design freedom and weight reduction of engineered polymers

Consider making a switch to internally lubricated polymers. Beyond improved surface appearance, protection from friction, and reduced wear, these polymers also offer the design freedom and part consolidation potential of thermoplastics. Not sure if internally lubricated polymers are your answer?

CLEVELAND – High-performance Bergamid™ polymer solutions from PolyOne recently received Underwriters Laboratories’ UL 746C (f1) certification, providing electrical components manufacturers a new way to expand their global footprint and market share.  The addition of this UL certification is a win for customers seeking polymer solutions that meet strict global standards, which help them increase speed to market for new products and expand into new geographies,” commented Holger Kronimus, vice president Europe and general manager, Specialty Engineered Materials, Europe for PolyOne. PolyOne Corporation, with 2014 revenues of $3.8 billion, is a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions.

Materials include specially formulated engineered polymers, thermoplastic elastomers, and continuous-fiber thermoplastic and thermoset composites. About PolyOne PolyOne Corporation, with 2015 revenues of $3.4 billion, is a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions. Photo Credit: ©ThinkStock Photo Caption: As advanced mobility technologies race forward, PolyOne has developed an evolving generation of engineered polymers and composites tailored to solve the demands of the connected vehicle.

Polymer Additives Polymer Colorants Polymer Jacket Extrusion

Polymer Additives Polymer Colorants Polymer Jacket Extrusion

Polymer Additives Polymer Colorants Polymer Jacket Extrusion

Customizable, high-density polymer composite formulated to replace lead. Chemically Resistant Polymers for Next Generation Devices Chemically Resistant Polymers for Next Generation Healthcare and Consumer Products

Examples of Avient’s various polymer technologies featured at the show include: It meets FDA and ISO 109931 standards for sulfone products and can be effective across a range of high-temperature polymers, including PEEK, PPSU, PES, PSU, PEI, LCP, and PPS, with a maximum service temperature exceeding 150°C. Mevopur™ Healthcare Bio-based Polymer Solutions: color and additive concentrates based on polymers with 70-95% bio-content and pre-tested raw materials to help reduce carbon footprint and mitigate risk, available in pre-colored formulations, offer a sustainable drop-in replacement for fossil-based grades and can be processed and recycled in the same channels.