https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-products/fiber-reinforced-polymer
Traditional GRP is composed of high strength E-glass fibers impregnated with a variety of specialized proprietary resins.
Impact
High strength and flexural fatigue resistance with minimal moisture absorption
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/lighten-structural-performance-gets-upgrade?sust[]=1165
They realized they might be able to shave off even more weight and improve performance by replacing the aluminum braces with a continuous-fiber composite if they could find a material with an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, high flexural stiffness, good torsional rigidity, and superior fatigue strength.
The Impact
Finding ways to reduce weight is a high priority for vehicle manufacturers, because lighter weight corresponds to better fuel efficiency for gas-powered vehicles and more miles per charge for electric cars.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/lighten-structural-performance-gets-upgrade?psfam[]=10863
They realized they might be able to shave off even more weight and improve performance by replacing the aluminum braces with a continuous-fiber composite if they could find a material with an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, high flexural stiffness, good torsional rigidity, and superior fatigue strength.
The Impact
Finding ways to reduce weight is a high priority for vehicle manufacturers, because lighter weight corresponds to better fuel efficiency for gas-powered vehicles and more miles per charge for electric cars.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/lighten-structural-performance-gets-upgrade?ind[]=6601
They realized they might be able to shave off even more weight and improve performance by replacing the aluminum braces with a continuous-fiber composite if they could find a material with an exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, high flexural stiffness, good torsional rigidity, and superior fatigue strength.
The Impact
Finding ways to reduce weight is a high priority for vehicle manufacturers, because lighter weight corresponds to better fuel efficiency for gas-powered vehicles and more miles per charge for electric cars.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-unveils-colormatrix-amosorb-4020l-new-shelf-life-extender-oxygen-scavenging-additive-pet-packaging
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By also providing exceptional bottle clarity and recyclability, we are helping our customers meet market expectations and achieve their sustainability goals while reducing environmental impact."
By intersecting our broad portfolio of technologies with the product roadmaps of our customers, we help create differentiated and high-performance products that make the world better and more sustainable.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/led-manufacturer-innovates-and-saves-polymer-heat-sinks
The material added immediate benefits including: complex designs at lower costs than metal; lighter weight; inherent corrosion resistance; adaptability for ingress protection up to IP67; high heat resistance; compliance with UL94 V-0 flammability standards; and options for either electrically conductive or insulating properties.
The Impact
Improved manufacturing: The company realized substantial savings during high-volume production thanks to a switch from die casting to injection molding.
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/processing-enhancement-additives/colorant-chromatics-pvdf-processing-aids
Impact
High-Temperature Wire & Cable Solutions
Achieve permanent, high contrast marking even on thinner wires
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations/maxxam-foamable-formulations
Developed to meet the evolving demands of the industry, our PP solutions provide manufacturers with high-performance materials that enable innovation and excellence.
Impact
Developed in North America to provide high-performance foam insulation for data cables and customizable to meet customer-specific flame requirements
https://www.avient.com/news/new-rejoin-pcr-masterbatch-makes-100-percent-pcr-reality-polyolefin-packaging
It can be added during production using standard equipment with little to no impact on processing, and allows for full recyclability of the end product.
Barrier technologies that preserve the shelf-life and quality of food, beverages, medicine and other perishable goods through high-performance materials that require less plastic
• Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation
• Breakthrough technologies that minimize wastewater and improve the recyclability of materials and packaging across a spectrum of end uses
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https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/designing-parts-meet-sustainability-goals
Here are some of the recent design trends that can increase part performance and its sustainability impact:
Lightweighting: Engineered polymer materials designed with a high strength-to-weight ratio, have similar structural integrity as traditional materials, but can be lighter in weight.
While it can be a complex process, designing for sustainability can have a high environmental impact and bring value to eco-conscious consumers.