https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-06/Smartbatch-PE Tarpaulin-Case study snapshot.pdf
PE Tarpaulin manufacturer
PE TARPAULIN
MANUFACTURER
O U T D O O R T A R P S
• Resist UV light degradation in European climates for an
extended period
• Maintain color stability
• Enhanced UV resistance against UV
degradation
• Delivered colors stability with good light
fastness
• Provided cost effectiveness by combining
colorant and UV solutions
• Offered in-house Q-Lab UV (QUV) tester to
meet strict customer standard / requirement
Smartbatch Combination Colorants and
Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-10/Omnicolor Case Study Plastic Molder.pdf
PLASTIC INJECTION
MOLDER
V A R I O U S M A R K E T S &
A P P L I C A T I O N S
• Ability to use a color concentrate in multiple resins
• Low let down ratio (LDR)
• Color consistency over time
• Offered versatile solution across resins and
in various molding methods
• Provided range of 1-3% LDRs in four
standard colors
• Achieved consistent color in a variety of
products and markets for over 10 years
Omnicolor™ Multipurpose Colorants
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-03/Edgetek-Positioning system-Application snapshot_0330.pdf
DUAL-BAND
ANTENNA
MANUFACTURER
P O S I T I O N I N G S Y S T E M
• Ceramic replacement
• Miniaturization
• Moldable
• Formulated materials for specific Dk/Df values
• Delivered lower signal loss versus ceramic
• Enhanced mechanical properties and
eliminated secondary processing
• Provided stable dielectric performance during
injection molding process
Edgetek™ Dielectric Constant (Dk) Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-12/Concrete Reinforcement Application Snapshot.pdf
CONCRETE
REINFORCEMENT
I N F R A S T R U C T U R E R E P A I R
• Alternative to steel for reduced weight and improved
corrosion resistance
• Surface modification capabilities to improve concrete
adhesion
• Superior strength-to-weight ratio
• Durable, long-lasting performance to extend service life
• Provided peel ply and other surface
modification capabilities that comply with
specific CA regulations and allowed for
better adhesion with concrete
• Performed with higher strength-to-weight
ratio than typical steel alternatives
• Prolonged service life by resisting
corrosion and dampening vibration
Glasforms™ Carbon Fiber Composites
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-08/edgetek-phase-shift-antenna-case-study.pdf
ANTENNA
MANUFACTURER
P H A S E S H I F T A N T E N N A
• Achieved miniaturization through customized
high dielectric constant (Dk) materials
• Offered high Dk grades with superior
processing window and stability compared to
lower Dk ( < Dk6.0) grades
• Verified dimensional and electrical stability
would also meet needs of navigation system
substrate to streamline sourcing
Edgetek™ Formulations for 5G
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-09/OnFlex-Lip gloss tube tip -case study snapshot_0904.pdf
Cosmetic packaging manufacturer
COSMETIC
PACKAGING
MANUFACTURER
L I P G L O S S T U B E T I P
• Excellent clarity and high fluidity
• FDA thermoplastic elastomer
• Overmolds to PE as good sealing performance
• Met customer’s design requirements, such
as a skin-like feel
• Offered transparent appearance
• Met FDA 21 compliance
• Overmolded onto PE compared with silicone
OnFlex Thermoplastic Elastomers
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-02/Gravi-Tech REC - Luxury Bottle Top - Applications Snapshot.pdf
CAP PRODUCER
L U X U R Y B O T T L E C A P
• A density modified solution - ABS filled 2.2g/cm3
• Incorporates post-consumer recycled ABS content
• Ability to be metallized comparable to prime materials
• Continuity of supply
• Formulated a custom material with post-
consumer recycled ABS content
• Provided a more sustainable solution while
keeping comparable performance characteristics
to the prime grade previously used
• Enabled customer to produce bottle top with
weight, look and touch of metal, denoting luxury
Gravi-Tech™ REC Recycled Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-01/case-study-one-pager-lubrione-data-storage-carrier.pdf
DATA STORAGE UNIT
MANUFACTURER
D A T A S T O R A G E C A R R I E R
• Excellent dimensional stability
• Good mechanical properties with excellent wear
resistance
• Flame retardant requirement – FRv0 compliance
• UL certification
• Provided a customized formulation to meet
application-specific lubricity, physical and
thermal requirements
• Delivered on short lead times to help
customer manage working capital
LubriOne™ CY1000-000/5T FR V0 BLK001
Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/case-study-nymax-rigid-phone-case.pdf
LEADING OUTDOOR
PRODUCTS OEM
P R O T E C T I V E P H O N E C A S E
• Alternative to traditional PC/ABS for improved toughness
and chemical resistance
• Substrate must have improved bondability to a protective
TPE overmold
• Looking for a differentiated “feel”
• Offered a proven expertise in selecting the
right combination of substrate polymer, TPE
for overmolding, and color concentrate for
optimal processing and performance
• Provided custom solution after collaborating
with molders and OEM through on-site trials
and troubleshooting support
• Enabled the customer to expand their
offering for the outdoor consumer market
• Custom Nymax™ PA6 Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-03/Maxxam BIO Difas Toothbrush Application Snapshot.pdf
DIFAS
T O O T H B R U S H H A N D L E
• Replace current polymer with a more sustainable solution
• Excellent surface finish with multiple color options
• Processed using current molding equipment and
machinery
• Used formulation expertise to develop a custom
formulation that met critical quality parameters
and enabled customer to use existing molding
equipment
• Enabled customer to work towards sustainability
goals and bring a competitive solution to the
market
• Enhanced the marketplace appeal of the end
product with colorability of the material
Maxxam BIO Bio-based Polyolefin
Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?