PolyOne adds value by streamlining the design stage, then backing that up with consistent, on-demand and swift global supply to help them gain a competitive advantage and profitably grow their business.”

Miniaturization and weight reduction Explore how to take weight out of your products and improve the ergonomics and fuel efficiency. Heat transfer capabilities of metal with design freedom and weight reduction of engineered polymers

Equipment Benefi t Scanning Electron Microscopy with Energy Dispersive X-ray System Capability to look at material and property defects at the most detailed level with magnifi cation up to 800,000x Digital Optical Microscope Ability to non-destructively capture fully-focused images with a depth-of-fi eld 20x larger than conventional microscopes Microwave Sample Digestion System Aids in sample preparation for heavy metal analysis Mechanical Spectrometer Estimates how a medical device will structurally perform when subjected to the load within a human body Differential Scanning Calorimeter Analyzes the transition temperatures of materials and also determines the purity of the materials to predict likelihood of defects Chromatography Accessories Facilitates compositional analysis of materials and devices as well as the ability to analyze extractables Copyright © 2011, Polymer Diagnostics Inc. Equipment Benefi t Scanning Electron Microscopy with Energy Dispersive X-ray System Capability to look at material and property defects at the most detailed level with magnifi cation up to 800,000x Digital Optical Microscope Ability to non-destructively capture fully-focused images with a depth-of-fi eld 20x larger than conventional microscopes Microwave Sample Digestion System Aids in sample preparation for heavy metal analysis Mechanical Spectrometer Estimates how a medical device will structurally perform when subjected to the load within a human body Differential Scanning Calorimeter Analyzes the transition temperatures of materials and also determines the purity of the materials to predict likelihood of defects Chromatography Accessories Facilitates compositional analysis of materials and devices as well as the ability to analyze extractables Copyright © 2011, Polymer Diagnostics Inc.

Part consolidation is also an area of benefit as well – eliminating the weight of fasteners and minimizing the risk of secondary assembly steps.    Increasing fiber weight percentages in composites provides a stepped approach to increase strength and toughness. Long fiber reinforced thermoplastics are a good option to consider for metal replacement at a fraction of the weight.

Injection-moldable Gravi-Tech can help designers achieve the evenly distributed weight, complex designs, and visual surface effects of metal without the extra costs and steps associated with die cast mold tooling or secondary assembly operations. Available globally, the metallization-compatible grades are customizable to meet the desired weight, finish, and performance requirements across a diverse range of weighted packaging applications. Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint

The PolyChek valve gives API a critical competitive advantage today and into the future, as heavy metals such as lead become even more restricted.

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS RESISTANCE RATING Clorox® Disinfecting Wipes 5813-79 Quaternary ammonium +++++ +++++ +++++ ++ +++ ++++ Formula 409® Heavy Duty Degreaser N/A Lauramine oxide, ethanolamine +++++ +++++ +++++ + ++ +++ Lysol® All-Purpose Cleaner 777-66 Quaternary ammonium +++++ +++++ +++++ + + ++ $$$ $$$ $$$$ $ $$$ $ MATERIAL COMPARISON WITH COMMON CONSUMER DISINFECTANTS FR P C/ AB S FR P C/ PE T FR P C/ PB T Ed ge te k™ E T8 90 0 CR Ed ge te k™ E T8 90 0 H I C R Ed ge te k™ E T8 92 0 FR C RCRITERIA FOR RESISTANCE RATING + strength and elongation at yield retention between 90-110% + strength and elongation at yield retention between 75-125% + no statistically significant reduction in elongation at break (p < 0.05) + visual observation score of 4 or better (minor/no crazing, no cracks) + samples survived disinfectant exposure in strain jig Lysol® is a trademark of Reckitt Benckiser LLC Formula 409® is a trademark of The Clorox Company Clorox® is a trademark of The Clorox Company An independent, A2LA-accredited lab tested the following polymers with various disinfectants to help customers choose the material suitable for their specific application requirements.

Formulations are heavy metal-free and manufactured using state-of-the- art pigment dispersion techniques that improve homogenization and color distribution.

HOW GLS TPES MAKE THE DIFFERENCE IN INFANT CARE APPLICATIONS • Safe to Use – Made without bisphenol A (BPA), phthalates, or heavy metals; select grades compliant with FDA, REACH and China GB4806 • Durable – Resists bites and tears; many are tested and safe to use in microwaves and dishwashers • Comfortable – Can be overmolded to provide a soft touch grip and customized to specific comfort requirements including vibration and noise reduction • Easy to Process – Can be injection molded and overmolded right onto a substrate including PP, ABS, etc. • Better Quality Control – Eliminate the need for many secondary operations required for other materials so that results are controlled and consistent To learn more about GLS TPEs for infant care, contact Avient at +1.844.4AVIENT.

Compared to aluminum paddle shafts, fiber-reinforced composites reduce weight without sacrificing rigidity. Taking advantage of these high stiffness-to-weight ratio materials makes every stroke more efficient for the paddler. They’re looking for lighter weight, toughness, strength and durability.