While the automotive industry has responded well to reSound NF, which was introduced earlier this year, we have seen significant interest in these strong, lightweight solutions from manufacturers in consumer and other industries,” said Holger Kronimus, VP Europe and general manager, PolyOne Specialty Engineered Materials. In addition to these creative hues, reSound NF is now available in formulations that have been tested and proven for profile extrusion, expanding its use to potential extrusion applications in building and construction, sports and leisure, and furniture manufacturing.

  – PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a premier global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, announced the addition of new capabilities to itsOnColor™ HC Plus portfolio in advance of the Medical Design and Manufacturing (MD&M) West show this week. With over 30 years’ experience working closely with manufacturers globally in the healthcare industry, PolyOne has a unique understanding of medical-grade polymer colorant formulations and the rigorous performance and regulatory specifications associated with healthcare products.

– February 13, 2018 – PolyOne announced today at Strategies in Light 2018 that it is enabling LED lighting manufacturers to successfully innovate by combining its portfolio of flame-retardant, specialty polymers with collaborative design services. As a result, we are at the forefront of helping LED lighting manufacturers innovate by increasing performance and durability, expanding design options, and streamlining production.”

With the new Versaflex TF Adhesive TPEs, manufacturers can create close-fitting bodywear textiles that offer consumers a more comfortable exercise experience. They are currently manufactured in Asia and are commercially available globally.  

At the same time, PCR-containing formulations can help manufacturers, designers, and brand owners close the gap on ambitious sustainability targets by lowering carbon emissions.   These materials are currently manufactured in Asia and are available globally.

This new technology enables packaging manufacturers to create unlimited combinations of color and gloss for packaging with a brilliant, attention-grabbing appearance. With new Impress color concentrates, packaging manufacturers now have an outstanding option for winning consumer attention at the point-of-sale and can vary the amount of colorant and package wall thickness to create endless possibilities.

Manufacturers are always looking for new and striking color combinations and special effects for packaging. Available in a limitless range of vibrant colors, this technology enables packaging manufacturers to create unlimited combinations of color and gloss to design a brilliant metallic look that demands attention.

At the same time, manufacturers also need to consider product safety and regulatory compliance. Cesa™ Laser Additives allow manufacturers to optimize the use of laser technology to create markings or assemble plastic parts.  

Medical device manufacturers that use Trilliant™ XR Lead Replacement Thermoplastics, a more sustainable shielding solution, can avoid the regulatory, disposal and employee exposure challenges associated with lead, while achieving the performance necessary to protect patients and healthcare workers from exposure to harmful radiation. With some grades matching the actual density of lead (11 gm/cm3), but at a lighter weight, manufacturers see the benefits of a more sustainable solution that also offers increased design freedom and excellent chemical resistance.

Historically, metal has been used to manufacture parts such as running boards, side steps, bed extenders, and mounting kits (levers, brackets). Each case study summary defines the application requirements and explains how Avient supported the aftermarket part manufacturers through material technologies and expertise in computer-aided engineering (CAE) modeling simulations to validate the design and performance of two aftermarket structural parts.