https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/Complet LFT Wheelchair Caster Wheels - case study snapshot.pdf
WHEELCHAIR OEM
C A S T E R W H E E L
• Composite to replace a traditional aluminum caster
• Lightweight, strong material that can withstand the rigor of
daily use
• Corrosion-resistant solution to reduce cost and frequency
of maintenance
• Formulated two materials that chemically
bond seamlessly to minimize slip
• Reduced weight by 33% (280g), supporting
improved user maneuverability
• Offered an injection-moldable alternative to
metal that led to a more functional design
and reduced vibration
Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber Nylon 6/6 and
TPU Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/products/long-fiber-technology/compl-t-long-fiber-reinforced-structural-thermoplastics
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-01/complet-lft-aerospace-interiors.pdf
AEROSPACE
INTERIORS OEM
S E A T S P A C E R & A R M R E S T
• Weight reduction to increase airliner fuel economy
• Meet FAA safety requirements for FST compliance
and 16G kinetic survivability
• Agility to delivery solution within 8-month
compressed product development timeline
• Achieved 40% weight reduction generating
$16,000 per year reduction in fuel costs
• Optimized component designs for long fiber
material and conducted FEA validation
• Performed prototype molding and testing for
load and impact specifications to expedite
development
Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber PES
Composite
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/high-temperature-polymer-formulations/compl%C4%93t-long-fiber-reinforced-structural-thermoplastics
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/chemical-corrosion-resistant-formulations/edgetek-pke-polyketone-formulations
Replace Nylon, Reduce Carbon Footprint
Reduced carbon footprint over PA66 and PA6
Eco-conscious Long-Fiber Formulations: Complēt™ PKE
https://www.avient.com/idea/could-polyketone-be-next-generation-nylon-alternative
All are semi-crystalline materials that contain an abundance of carbon and oxygen.
This is due to the low carbon footprint of the monomers, which is similar to that of traditional polyolefins.
The charts above compare 30% short glass-fiber filled samples and show a noticeable difference in the moisture uptake behavior of PK versus to PA6 & PA66.
https://www.avient.com/investor-center/news/avient-announces-registration-details-2023-sustainability-day
Dyneema®, the world's strongest fiber™, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports
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
Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
https://www.avient.com/industries/industrial/agriculture-construction/agriculture-construction-interiors
Continuous fiber thermoset springs and laminates for seating
Continuous fiber thermoplastic reinforcement for panels and seating
Carbonateds
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-site-glendale-arizona-earns-iso-13485-certification
Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports
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
Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-attains-acc-responsible-care-14001-global-certification-environmental-health-safety-and-security-excellence
Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure, and outdoor sports
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
Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-unveils-colormatrix-aanchor-new-acetaldehyde-control-technology-pet-packaging
Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports
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
Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-announces-phoenix-location-serve-colorworks-design-technology-center
Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports
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
Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility