https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers
Comparing Sustainable TPEs to Traditional Alternatives
Explore the differences between sustainable TPEs, conventional TPEs, and silicone.
https://www.avient.com/idea/deep-black-shades-polyester-textiles
By utilizing an optimized concentrate formulation and employing a one-in-one manufacturing and dyeing process, it becomes feasible to attain the desired level of jetness without the need for multiple passes typically required in alternative dyeing methods, such as bath-dyeing.
https://www.avient.com/idea/heighten-automotive-interior-aesthetics-and-appeal
The Onflex™ S TPE used by Jäger, for example, was formulated with a higher flow rate than alternative materials.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-accentuates-what’s-possible-application-specific-materials-and-design-npe-2018
Hammerhead™ Marine Panels: with a weight savings of more than 50% versus plywood, these continuous-fiber reinforced thermoplastic sandwich panels offer boat manufacturers a lighter, more efficient alternative to traditional marine construction materials.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-announces-asia-manufacturing-and-availability-cesa-non-pfas-process-aid
This is causing processors to search for non-PFAS alternatives.
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_subtype=0&document_type=59&form_id=resource_filter_form&industry=0&op=FILTER RESULTS&product_family=0&product_name=0&page=12
Glass-filled, polyketone-based Trilliant™ HC formulation delivers durability, nylon alternative with improved chemical resistance to meet supply and performance demands
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/exploring-world-fluoropolymers
Fluoropolymers are also enabling new technologies: they are used as films that function as a lightweight alternative to glass in solar panels, and to make safe batteries for electric vehicles.
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_subtype=0&document_type=59&form_id=resource_filter_form&industry=0&op=FILTER RESULTS&product_family=0&product_name=0&page=38
Materials impacted by CPSIA, benefits of alternative plasticizers and Avient No Surprises Pledge
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_type=59&page=42
Learn about molded-in color, the alternative to painting thermoplastic automotive parts.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/pultruded-composites-design-and-material-engineers-guide
Manufacturing Efficiency: Pultrusion is a continuous process that provides benefits over alternative composite manufacturing methods such as high volume output, lower costs, and faster lead times.