https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/firecon-cpe-product-bulletin.pdf
FireCon™ CPE
Chlorinated Polyethylene Jacketing Materials
FireCon™ CPE formulations are flame-retardant
jacketing materials designed for use in low-voltage
power and control cables which are routinely
exposed to harsh chemicals and low temperatures.
The materials are compounded with fillers, flame-
retardants, additives and stabilizers to provide a
customized desired level of performance.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-11/Ballistic Panel Infographic.pdf
Characteristic
GlasArmor
Thermoset
Panels
ThermoBallistic
Thermoplastic
Panels
Steel Concrete
Performance-to-Weight
Bullet Resistance – Pistols
Bullet Resistance – Rifles NA1
Temperature Performance 2
UV Resistance 3
Electrical Conductivity
Flame Retardance 5 4
Ease of Installation
1 Ballistic resistance to rifle fire can be achieved by layering
ThermoBallistic and GlasArmor panels – contact Avient
2 ThermoBallistic panels made with polypropylene resin systems
3 UV resistance is achieved using surface polymeric films
4 Flame retardant additives can be incorporated upon request under
some circumstances
5 Fire rated for 1-hour per ASTM E-119-09c when tested in an interior
wall system
Compare
the
different
materials
used for
ballistic
protection
https://go.avient.com/BallisticProtection?
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Supplier HellermannTyton switched to heat-stabilized Bergamid™ B70 G30H Black TM-X polyamide to produce a seat fastener at lower cost, lower weight and with greater design flexibility
Bergamid™ polymer formulations and GLS™ TPEs replace metal and provide comfort and usability for Swiss soldiers pocket knife
Maxxam™ FR Polypropylene Solutions provide cost savings and improve data processing capabilities
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=6621
Bergamid X2 B70 G25 H UF natural
Bergamid X2 B70 G35 H UF natural
PP FR 8-6 LMS-1000
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Cesa Light Additives for Injection Molding Product Bulletin.pdf
flame retardants, antistatic or laser marking
additives.
Samples containing Cesa Light Additives
(CC01, CC02, CC03) showed limited Delta b (Db)
variations, while the non-UV stabilized sample
showed a high Db variation and visual yellowing.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-04/SEM_NYMAX_PIR_Grades_Product_Selection_Guide-CN_4.11-2.pdf
NYMAX/BERGAMID原生尼龙产品系列
Nymax/Bergamid系列PA6和PA66聚合物专为满足严苛
应用的关键性能要求而设计,具备符合严格技术规范的出色
机械性能。
Bergamid/Nymax解决方案符合众多应用领域
的严格规定,包括交通运输、家电以及电气与电子行业。
埃万特尼龙(聚酰胺 - PA)解决方案包括Nymax™/Bergamid™聚合物配方和Nymax™ REC回收尼龙配方。
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/weathering-storm-advanced-composites
These materials are non-conductive and are more durable than wood or steel.
By using composite materials for poles and other components, electrical utilities and telecom providers can:
• Reduce the need for part maintenance and replacement
• Simplify transportation to the job site and installation
• Enhance product performance with resistance to corrosion, heat, weather and flame
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-09/Colorant Chromatics Brochure_2024.pdf
For high-temperature polymers:
• Permanent service temperature >150°C
• Biocompatibility
• Good insulator
• Good barrier properties
• Chemical resistance
• Flame retardancy
• Transparency
For fluoropolymers:
• Outstanding chemical resistance
• Low friction (non-sticking)
• Excellent weatherability
• Excellent barrier properties
• Flame retardancy
• Temperature resistance (up to 260°C)
• Dielectric properties
Our customers supply products to the following
industries:
• Aircraft & aerospace: wire and cable systems,
films, tapes, molded parts, interior components,
connectors, tubes & hoses
• Automotive & trucks: wire & cable systems,
tubes, fuel hoses
• Chemical industry: wire & cable, pipes & fittings,
pump housing
• Consumer: infant bottles, trays
• Medical devices: molded parts for dental and
surgical tools, catheters, tubing for cardioscopy,
pacemakers
• Electrical & electronics: wire & cable systems,
molded parts, tapes
• Communication: plenum cables, connectors
• Textiles: fibers, fabrics
• Construction & architecture: films,
pipes & fittings
COLORS
• � 10 standard colors in various
concentrate strengths
• Pre-colored products
• ��� Heavy metal-free colors
• �� Special color design upon request using Pantone®
or RAL color standards
• � Customized pigment loadings can be provided
to address specialized coloration needs
• Laser printable colors are available together with
metallic effects
Color concentrate selection must take into account
the following extrusion design requirements for the
following typical applications:
PRIMARY WIRE INSULATION
• � Desired opacity or translucency
of the insulation
• �� Wall thickness
• �� Conductor size and color
• �� Line speeds
• � Processor screw design
• Insulation electrical requirements
• FDA compliance
• Biocompatible
WIRE & CABLE JACKETING
• � Desired opacity or translucency
• � Wall thickness
• �� Processor screw design
• Laser markability
FILM, TUBING, & PROFILE SHAPES
• � Desired opacity or translucency
• � Wall thickness
• � Extrusion dwell time and processing temperatures
INJECTION MOLDING
• � Desired opacity or translucency
• �� Part size and wall thickness
FP concentrates and pre-colored solutions for:
PFA, FEP, ECA, ETFE, ECTFE, PTFE, and PVDF
HTP concentrates and pre-colored solutions for:
PEI, PES, PSU, PPSU, PPS, LCP, PEEK, PAEK, and
PEKEKK
COLOR
CONCENTRATES
& PRECOLORED
SOLUTIONS
Colorant Chromatics color and additive or pre-colored
concentrates are offered in various strengths and in different
viscosities of carrier resins to suit the manufacturing process.
FP compounds for: PFA, FEP, ECA, ETFE, ECTFE, PTFE,
and PVDF
HTP compounds for: PEI, PES, PSU, PPSU, PPS, LCP,
PEEK, PAEK, and PEKEKK
Colorant Chromatics specialty compounds offer
property enhancements such as:
• Mechanical strength
• Static dissipation
• X-ray opacity
• Electrical performance
• Low dielectric performance
• Mold release
• Laser marking
• Transcend™ Premier Healthcare Colorants
(biocompatible)
ADDITIVE
CONCENTRATE
FORMULATIONS
Colorant Chromatics additive solutions
can provide your solutions with additional
functionality such as:
• Improved lubricity
• Lightweighting through foaming, by both
physical and chemical foaming
• Heat reduction through �SiteCool™
infra-red absorption technologies for
roofing applications
• Laser marking solutions or other
added value properties
NON-PFAS MOLD RELEASE ADDITIVES
Colorant Chromatics™ Evoluscend™ is a non-PFAS*
high-temperature polymer mold release additive
developed to boost production efficiency and
product quality for manufacturers.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/b-c-industry-bulletin.pdf
BUILDING &
CONSTRUCTION
INDUSTRY BULLETIN
SAFETY
Security and
prevention
SOLUTION: Flame
retardants, laser
marking additives,
electrical and thermal
additives
SURFACE FINISH
Low maintenance,
natural wood grain aesthetics
SOLUTION: Wood plastic composite
(WPC) capstock technology
PROTECTION
Potable water tanks, electrical
connectors, piping & tubing, insulation
SOLUTION: Antimicrobials, electrical
and thermal additives
LONGEVITY
Long service life, chemical resistance,
mold & mildew resistance
SOLUTION: Weatherable colorants,
impact modifiers, antimicrobial
additives
SUSTAINABILITY
LEED building & material credits, healthy building,
reduced energy use, lightweighting, eco-conscious
SOLUTION: Recycled materials, chemical foaming
agents, bio-derived colorants & additives
LANDSCAPE HARMONY
Concrete surfaces, patio coloring, stucco
SOLUTION: Pool colorants, metallic
flooring colorants, stains
The building and construction industry
is dynamic, with trends towards high-
performance buildings, elegant outdoor
areas, healthier living spaces, and
eco-friendly environments.
DESIGN & PROCESSING
Material flexibility and customization, extrusion
and molding optimization techniques
SOLUTION: Advanced polymer science,
application development, technical service
VISUAL AESTHETICS
Custom colors, deep shades,
special effects
SOLUTION: Metallic colorants,
granite & woodgrain effects
DURABILITY
Wind & impact resistance,
chemical resistance, weatherability
SOLUTION: Scratch & mar resistant
or IR/UV resistant additives,
dimensional stabilizers
TECHNOLOGY DESCRIPTION TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
Antimicrobial
Antimicrobial technology to limit microbe growth—
reduces bacterial, mold and fungal growth on surface
and through thickness, protecting finished part
• Potable water equipment • Roofs & eaves
• Decking, fencing & railings • High-touch surfaces
• Bath surrounds, liners & inserts
Scratch & Mar Resistance
For applications requiring resistance to daily surface
abrasion, and management of surface energy
• Exterior fencing, decking, railings & shutters
• Outdoor furniture
• Playground equipment
Flame Retardant
Reduces spread of fire and heat release by creating
a char to limit oxygen at the flame source
• Wire & cable • Telecommunications
• Decking, fencing & railings • Conduit
• Exterior siding & cladding • Housings
UV and Light Blocking
UV stabilizers help mitigate the harmful effects of
UV radiation while light blocking additives protect
products sensitive to light
• Exterior siding & cladding • Trim & moldings
• Roofing, shingles, tiles • Outdoor furniture
• Fencing, decking, railings & shutters
Anti-static and Conductive
Controls build-up of static charges to create
static-dissipated parts while reducing related
dust accumulation
• Electrical connectors • Conduit or tubing
• Junction boxes • Flooring
• 5G enabling
Chemical Foaming
Agents
Reduces weight and density without compromising
mechanical properties
• Exterior siding & cladding • Modular panels
• Decking, fencing & railings
Optimization Additives
Cycle-time reducers that help optimize production
while allowing improved dimensional stability and
energy efficiency, among other processing benefits
• Used in extrusion and injection molding processes
to improve thermal conductivity, and lower
processing temperatures and energy consumption
Laser Marking
Supports design and production flexibility and offers
a new level of control in marking polymers with speed
and clarity
• Wire & cable • Outdoor furniture
• Equipment & housings • Pipes & fittings
Anti-counterfeiting
Customizable in-plastic authentication technologies
that enable positive identification versus counterfeit
products
• Wire & cable jacketing • Pipes & fittings
• Telecommunications • Potable water
equipment
Wood Plastic Composite (WPC)
Capstock Technology
Pair with traditional WPC materials as a substrate
for a durable outer layer
• Exterior siding & cladding • Outdoor furniture
• Fencing, decking & railings
Sustainable Colorants &
Color concentrates and additives carefully chosen
to meet industry requirements and legislation, and
designed to lower environmental impact while
improving sustainability
• Green building roofing • OSHA compliance
• Sheet & profile extrusions • LEED building &
material credits
FX Special Effects
Colorants
Granite, marbling, woodgrain and other distinctive
colorant technologies to provide special surface
effects
• Decorative molding • Chair or hand rails
• Wallcovering • Blinds & shutters
• Any surface or part demanding a distinctive look
Pool Colorants Durable, long-lasting pigment formulations for
finishes that hold up to pool water chemistries
• Pool decks • Coping
• In-ground swimming pools
Metallic Flooring &
Stain Colorants
Colorants designed to give concrete floors and
surfaces a distinctive appearance
• Concrete flooring • Countertops
• Decorative concrete • Walls
While this listing represents many Avient solutions and addresses common applications, we can tackle many other
building & construction needs.
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UTG® HUNTING &
SHOOTING SPORTS
G U N M A G A Z I N E H O U S I N G
• Good dimension stability with low warpage at different
temperature ranges (70˚C, room temperature, -40˚C)
• Good appearance with less glass fiber exposure
• Provided durable and impact-resistant glass
fiber reinforced formulation with excellent
surface finish and good dimensional stability
for smooth operation
• Passed all temperature durability and drop tests
to confirm use in outdoor environments
• Collaborated with customer via technology
services to accelerate product development
Bergamid™ Customized Polyamide
Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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