https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Avient-North Baltimore ISO_IEC 17025%5B29%5D.pdf
No. 0562.01) 11/30/2023 Page 1 of 1
SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION TO ISO/IEC 17025:2017
AVIENT CORPORATION
733 East Water Street
North Baltimore, OH 45872
Claire Holman Phone: (419) 257-1327
MECHANICAL
Valid To: October 31, 2025 Certificate Number: 0562.01
In recognition of the successful completion of the A2LA evaluation process, accreditation is granted to this
laboratory to perform the following automotive plastics tests:
Test Method: Test Name:
ASTM D412 Tensile
ASTM D523 Specular Gloss
ASTM D618 (A) Conditioning of Plastics
ASTM D624 (Die C) Tear Strength
ASTM D638 Tensile Properties
ASTM D792 (A) Density and Specific Gravity by Displacement
ASTM D1004 Initial Tear Resistance
ASTM D1203 (A) Volatile Loss
ASTM D1895 (A) Apparent Density, Bulk Factor, Pourability
ASTM D1921 Particle Size (Sieve Analysis)
ASTM D2240 Durometer Hardness (Shore A and D)
ASTM E1331 Color by Spectrophotometry Using Hemispherical Geometry
FMVSS 571.302 Flammability
FORD BN-102-01 (A) Low Temperature Flexibility
FORD BO-131-03 Interior Odor
ISO 3795 Determination of Burning Behavior of Interior Materials
SAE J323 (A) Cold Cracking (Mandrel Bend)
SAE J1351 Hot Odor for Insulation Materials
SAE J1545 Instrumental Color Difference Measurement
DOC-058151 Angle of Repose
1 Laboratory Developed Method
For the tests to which this accreditation applies, please refer to the laboratory’s Mechanical Scope of Accreditation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-04/Maxxam REC Outdoor Plug Socket Case Study_A4.pdf
Reliable coloration
to RAL 7011 and RAL 7035 colors was also required,
something hard to provide when using post-consumer
recycled (PCR) content, as performance can be more
unstable than prime material.
Utilizing the Social Plastic from Plastic
Bank, two new Maxxam™ REC Recycled Polyolefin
formulations were developed, one in each RAL
color requested.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-09/colormatrix-flexcart-liquid-metering-system-flyer.pdf
PlanetPak containers are optimized and
recommended for Avient liquid colors
and additives.
VALUE BENEFITS OF USING FLEXCART™ AND
PLANETPAK™ COMPONENTS
FlexCart & PlanetPak components offer
a market leading metering technology:
• Robust and dependable system control
• Reliable yield (typically 99% using PlanetPak)
and sustainable packaging
• Data networking and remote Internet
support capabilities
• Simplified changeover with interchangeable
cassettes of color and additives
ATTRIBUTE FLEXCART
Footprint (LxW cm) 86 x 71
Controller options 3000/Flex G
5000/6000
Typical max.
throughput (kg/hr)
1000+
Max. metering rate (cc/s) 10
Continuous use Yes
Transfer pumps PC/Peri
Metering pumps PC/Peri
Interchangeable cassette Yes
Note: PC = Progressing Cavity Pump
Peri = Peristatic Pump
PLANETPAK™ CONTAINERS
The FlexCart system is designed to work with the standardized
PlanetPak container range of packaging, typically achieving
99% reliable yield while also achieving a sustainable packaging
format that is fully recyclable.
Avient can provide support and assistance on every aspect of
liquid color and additive processing.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/tpes-for-automotive-fasteners-clips-product-bulletin-1.pdf
ONFLEX™ HT ONFLEX™ AF 7210 ONFLEX™ S KA ONFLEX™ S KG
Applications Fasteners/
Defining Characteristic
High temperature
sealing
Ambient
temperature sealing
High temperature
sealing
Ambient
temperature sealing
Density 1.00 g/ml 0.99 g/ml 1.10 g/ml 1.13 g/ml
Physical Properties
Tensile Strength 6.0–10.0 MPa 5.0–11.5 MPa 3.0–7.5 MPa 2.6–4.9 MPa
Tear Resistance 25.0–37.0 kN/m 21.0–43.0 kN/m 17.0–46.0 kN/m 16.0–29.0 kN/m
Compression Set
73°F (23°C) 72hrs 12–27% 16–32% 13–23% 31–35%
158°F (70°C) 22hrs 28–44% 32–43% 29–38% 62–66%
212°F (100°C) 22hrs 45–53% 56–60% 54–57% 80–85%
Hardness 40–80 Shore A 40–80 Shore A 40–80 Shore A 40–80 Shore A
Overmolding Substrate Polypropylene/
Polyethylene Polypropylene Polyamide Polyamide
Processing Injection Molding/
HOW GLS TPEs MAKE THE DIFFERENCE IN AUTOMOTIVE FASTENERS AND CLIPS
• Low compression set – coupled with good
stress relaxation, our automotive TPEs are
designed to maintain a good seal over time and
reduce noise generated by vibration
• High temperature performance – Avient
automotive TPEs provide good sealing
performance in temperatures up to
100°C/212°F
• Bonding performance - strong chemical bond
to polypropylene, polyethylene,
and polyamide
• Process flexibility - grades can be both
injection molded and extruded
• Easy to color - can be colored at the machine
• Reduced production steps - some grades do
not require pre-drying
• Low VOC/FOG - OnFlex HT™ has been externally
tested to VDA 278 and is proven to help satisfy
vehicle interior air quality (VIAQ) regulatory
requirements
• Single source supply – we can streamline your
supply chain with the ability to provide polymer
colorants, engineered thermoplastics, and
thermoplastic elastomers from a single source
• Global support - we provide production,
technical, and commercial support in locations
convenient to your operations, including North
America, Europe, and Asia
To learn more about GLS TPEs for automotive
applications, visit www.avient.com or call
+1.844.4AVIENT (1.844.428.4368).
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-01/virtual-reality-application-bulletin.pdf
A LOOK INTO THE FUTURE
VIRTUAL REALITY
APPLICATION BULLETIN
AESTHETIC APPEAL
Metallic and Custom Effects,
FDA-Approved Masterbatch Colorants
SOLUTION: Custom Polymer Colorants,
Pre-Colored Resins
WEARABLE COMFORT
Flexibility, Skin- Compatible Comfort,
Soft Touch, Heat Reduction
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic Elastomers
(TPEs), Thermoplastic Urethanes (TPUs),
Silicone, Nylon (PA)
FUNCTIONALITY
Impact Resistance,
Dimensional Stability, Strength
SOLUTION: Copolyester, PC/
Polyester Blends, Polycarbonate,
Styrenics
BETTER EXPERIENCES.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-01/Global Standard Response_Dec 2023.pdf
Avient Colorants Sweden AB in Malmoe and Avient Colorants USA LLC in Lewiston, Maine are Medical
Centers of Competence with an external ISO 13485 certification.
Validation
Avient Colorants Sweden AB and Avient Colorants
Lewiston, ME follow the Global Harmonization Task
Force guideline GHTF/SG3/N99-10 to define the
procedure for process validation.
HACCP
Avient Colorants Spain S.A., Avient Colorants
Toluca Mexico, and PolyOne Spain SLU follow the
structure of HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical
Control Point) as a system for assessing
compliance to food safety standards.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-11/Cesa Fiber Tracer Concentrates Product Bulletin.pdf
KEY BENEFITS
• Unique and personalized tracer for customer/
product lines
• Suitable for polyester and polyamide (nylon),
including recycled grades; possibility to develop
solutions for bio-polymers
• No impact on spinnability, color or yarn properties
• Can be combined with color into a single product
for convenience
• Complies with key regulatory requirements by EN,
DIN, UNI and others
• Supplied with a testing service package
Copyright © 2022, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-02/US_OH_North Baltimore_ ISO_IEC 17025.pdf
No. 0562.01) Revised 05/31/2022 Page 1 of 1
SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION TO ISO/IEC 17025:2017
AVIENT CORPORATION
733 East Water Street
North Baltimore, OH 45872
Claire Holman Phone: (419) 257-1327
MECHANICAL
Valid To: October 31, 2023 Certificate Number: 0562.01
In recognition of the successful completion of the A2LA evaluation process, accreditation is granted to this
laboratory to perform the following automotive plastics tests:
Test Method: Test Name:
ASTM D412 Tensile
ASTM D523 Specular Gloss
ASTM D618 (A) Conditioning of Plastics
ASTM D624 (Die C) Tear Strength
ASTM D638 Tensile Properties
ASTM D792 (A) Density and Specific Gravity by Displacement
ASTM D1004 Initial Tear Resistance
ASTM D1203 (A) Volatile Loss
ASTM D1895 (A) Apparent Density, Bulk Factor, Pourability
ASTM D1921 Particle Size (Sieve Analysis)
ASTM D2240 Durometer Hardness (Shore A and D)
ASTM E1331 Color by Spectrophotometry Using Hemispherical Geometry
FMVSS 571.302 Flammability
FORD BN-102-01 (A) Low Temperature Flexibility
FORD BO-131-03 Interior Odor
ISO 3795 Determination of Burning Behavior of Interior Materials
SAE J323 (A) Cold Cracking (Mandrel Bend)
SAE J1351 Hot Odor for Insulation Materials
SAE J1545 Instrumental Color Difference Measurement
SAE J1756 Fogging Characteristics of Interior Automotive Materials (Photometric Only)
DOC-058151 Angle of Repose
1 Laboratory Developed Method
For the tests to which this accreditation applies, please refer to the laboratory’s Mechanical Scope of Accreditation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/silcosperse-lm-product-bulletin-v2.pdf
Silcosperse LM dispersions can also be combined
with colorants without affecting the laser marking
shade or effect.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Provides laser marking options
of silicone materials
• Eliminates the needs for etching
and embossing
• Faster and cleaner than pad printing
• High contrast, permanent markings
• Mechanical properties of the silicone matrix
are maintained
• Compatible with various types of lasers
• Chemically resistant
• Available in pre-colored or natural
MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS
Silcosperse LM Laser Marking additive dispersions
are suitable for a variety of applications within
industries such as:
• Consumer Goods
• Electronics
• Healthcare
• Industrial
• Transportation
• Wire & Cable
Typical applications and purposes include:
• Traceability, UPC bar-coding, branding
• Unique Device Identification (UDI),
medical device ID’s
• Serialization for pharmaceutical packaging
• Safety taggants & equipment
• Automotive components
• Wire & cable part numbers or gauge size
www.avient.com
Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-12/Cesa Fiber Additives Soft Touch Effect Product Bulletin.pdf
Soft touch concentrates based on
natural additives and colors can also be developed
on request.
KEY BENEFITS
• Highly dispersed additives with high efficacy
at low to moderate dosages
• Excellent compatibility with the application
resin
• Non-phenolic and non-phthalate additives
• Formulated without animal-derived substances
• Food contact compliance according to US FDA
and EU norms
• OEM approvals for hygiene products
• Can be combined with colors into a single
combination concentrate for convenience
• Product guidance and technical assistance
from our experts