https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/Textile _ Fabric OnColor REC Snapshot.pdf
FIBER MANUFACTURER T E X T I L E S & F A B R I C S • Provide a Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) calculation to align with ISO 14067:2018 and to help in meeting sustainability goals • Procure feedstock from renewable resources • Maintain comparative performance to conventional carbon black • Achieve color stability under xenon arc and TUV testing • Offer solutions for rPET, PP, PE, PBT, and PA6 where a desire for environmentally responsible products exists • Offered sustainable platform approach supported by extensive fiber expertise • Helped meet sustainability targets while attaining all design and engineering goals • Supplied necessary PCF calculation certified by TÜV Rheinland and aligning with ISO 14067 requirements • Provided effective alternative to virgin carbon black • Achieved reductions in CO2e emissions vs. conventional technology, moving toward carbon- negative OnColor™ REC Polymer Colorants KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Excellent wear resistance • Reduced friction, heat build-up, noise and vibration • Improved processability and surface finish on parts • Lower power requirements and low maintenance • Design flexibility • Reduced weight APPLICATION BULLETIN SOLUTIONS AVAILABLE LubriOne™ Portfolio PA66, PA6 and Polyketone formulations with 10%–30% glass fiber reinforcement available Lubricants & Performance Lubricant Color Performance LubriOne NN PTFE Natural Shears and creates a PTFE film transferred to the matting surface.
Aramid Fibers Yellowish Softer and less abrasive than carbon or glass fiber, commonly used for reduction in the wear of the mating surface, especially softer materials.
Carbon Fibers Grey Softer and less abrasive than carbon or glass fiber, commonly used for reduction in the wear of the matting surface, especially softer materials. 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com Copyright © 2021, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-03/Complet LFT - Axial Fan Blade - NA case study snapshot.pdf
INDUSTRIAL FAN MANUFACTURER A X I A L F A N B L A D E • Replace aluminium alloy • Reduce thickness and weight of fan blade • Withstand 920 Pa of static pressure, high relative humidity (90-95%), and max temperature of 104ºF • Redesigned the 1600mm blade utilizing 3D modeling and mold flow analysis services from Avient Design • Simulated mechanical load to determine which new design would provide optimal performance • Increased strength using a carbon fiber grade, enabling injection-moldable parts and streamlined production • Reduced blade thickness to 35% of the original and blade weight from 7.71 lbs to 1.76 lbs (77% decrease) • Improved overall efficiency of fan with a thinner, lighter blade that cuts through the air Complēt Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/thermoset-composites-tri-fold-product-selection-guide.pdf
These continuous fiber-reinforced polymer composites are ideal in applications where high stiffness and light weight performance are critical.
Standard and custom shapes and sizes are available with a variety of resins including polyester, vinyl ester, and epoxy, and reinforcements including mat/roving (MR-GFRP) or unidirectional (U-GFRP) fiberglass, or high performance unidirectional carbon fiber.
TENSILE STRENGTH ksi (MPa) TENSILE MODULUS Msi (GPa) FLEXURAL STRENGTH ksi (MPa) FLEXURAL MODULUS Msi (GPa) COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH ksi (MPa) DENSITY lb/in3 (g/cm3) GLASS % ASTM Standard ASTM D3916/D638 ASTM D3916/D638 ASTM D4476/D790 ASTM D4476/D790 ASTM D695 ASTM D792 ASTM D2584 Glass Fiber Reinforced 110-150 (750-1000) 5.5-7.0 (38-48) 100-130 (700-900) 5.5-6.5 (38-45) 60-110 (415-750) .068-.073 (1.9-2.0) 65-75 Carbon Fiber Reinforced 405 (2800) 24 (165) 180 (1200) 21 (145) 150 (1000) 0.058 (1.6) 75 Multiaxial Glass Reinforced 45-60 (310-415) 2.6-3.5 (18-24) 65 (450) 2.1-2.7 (15-19) 40 (275) 0.066 (1.8) 45-55 STANDARD SIZES http://www.polyone.com/content/product-selection-help-form CONTINUOUS FILAMENT WOUND PROFILES This table represents examples of common continuous filament wound profile sizes.
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FL.Datasheet Twisting .indd FIBER OPTICAL CABLES MOVING HIGH PERFORMANCE FIBERS FORWARD WHY FIBER-LINE® TWISTING?
Key Features • Choose from single twisted fibers or cords • Properly tensioned and torque balanced • Twist level optimization for strength or flex fatigue resistance • 50 – 300,000 denier range capability • Hybrid products also available FIBER-LINE® FIBERS SUITABLE FOR TWISTING • Kevlar® Para-Aramid • Nomex® Meta-Aramid • Vectran® LCP • Zylon® PBO • Carbon Fiber • Technora® • PET Polyester FIBER-LINE® PRODUCTS ADDED BY TWISTING • Ripcords • Strength Members • Drive Belt & Hose Reinforcement • Industrial Fabric Yarn • Wire Harness Yarn TWISTING FIBERS PROCESSES PRODUCTS Overview FIBER-LINE® has the ability to custom twist an endless amount of different twist levels on a variety of high performance synthetic fibers.
MOVING HIGH PERFORMANCE FIBERS FORWARD LOCATIONS Headquarters, R&D, Manufacturing FIBER-LINE® LLC 3050 Campus Drive Hatfield, PA 19440 +1 215.997.9181 fiber@fiber-line.com Manufacturing Operations FIBER-LINE® LLC 280 Performance Drive SE Hickory, NC 28602 +1 828.326.8700 fiber@fiber-line.com EMEA & Asia Pacific Operations FIBER-LINE® INTERNATIONAL B.V.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/SEM Automotive Aftermarket Rendering Application Bulletin.pdf
The benefits of using long fiber thermoplastic (LFT) composites in these automotive applications to achieve these objectives are well documented.
APPLICATION BULLETIN DIMENSIONAL STABILITY Tight tolerances, minimal warp SOLUTION: Long fiber reinforced composites with polyketone (PK) POSSIBILITIES: Roof rack structures, running boards, brackets, component housings STRENGTH High strength- to-weight ratio, comparable to metal SOLUTION: Long fiber reinforced composites POSSIBILITIES: Tubular door frames, accessory motor mounts, tailgate locking systems MANUFACTURING EASE Injection moldable, design freedom, insert molding, part consolidation SOLUTION: Long fiber reinforced composites POSSIBILITIES: Seating shells, seat base components, tubular door frames, accessory linkages IMPACT RESISTANCE Durable in rugged environments and uses SOLUTION: Maximum toughness long fiber reinforced composites POSSIBILITIES: Side steps, bed steps, roof racks, brackets, bed extenders, tie downs CORROSION RESISTANCE Metal replacement, eliminate secondary coatings SOLUTION: Long fiber reinforced composites POSSIBILITIES: Underbody skid plate components, fuel doors, fasteners SUSTAINABILITY PIR/PCR content incorporation with high strength, lightweighting for fuel economy SOLUTION: Recycled content long fiber reinforced composites POSSIBILITIES: Roof rack structures, fender flares, rail covers, tail light protectors LIGHTWEIGHTING 30–40% weight reduction when switching from metal SOLUTION: Long carbon fiber reinforced composites POSSIBILITIES: Motor mounts, seating components, accessory mounts EXTREME PERFORMANCE High and low temperature performance, maintained properties with UV exposure, moisture performance SOLUTION: Long fiber reinforced composites POSSIBILITIES: Tail light protectors, fender flairs, guards, underbody components SURFACE AESTHETICS Color matches, fiber-rich or glossy surfaces, carbon fiber appearance SOLUTION: Moisture-resistant long fiber reinforced composites POSSIBILITIES: Lighting bars, side steps, bed steps, bike mounting brackets, cargo carriers NEXT-GEN UPGRADES Transform your aftermarket parts with efficient, lightweight long fiber thermoplastic solutions that redefine performance with strength, toughness, and design freedom.
Our long fiber composites offer an excellent opportunity for automotive aftermarket designers to enhance their components’ performance, aesthetics, and sustainability.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-11/Polystrand R Recycled Polyester Composite Tape and Laminates Product Bulletin.pdf
Polystrand™ R continuous fiber-reinforced thermoplastic composites are made with a resin matrix of greater than 95% post-consumer recycled PET (rPET).
KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Incorporates a minimum of 95% post-consumer recycled PET resin and 58% glass fiber • Available in unidirectional tape, 2-layer X-ply™ and 3-layer tri-ply laminates • Excellent bondability to other materials via thermal lamination or adhesives • Impact and corrosion resistant • Improved carbon footprint vs. traditional polyester-based composite tape APPLICATIONS Recycled content unidirectional tapes and laminates are well-suited for applications that benefit from the light weight, high strength, and impact resistance of continuous glass fiber reinforced rPET including: • Commercial vehicles • Trailers • Structural automotive applications • Consumer electronics and accessories • Outdoor sporting equipment and adventure gear PRODUCT BULLETIN 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com Copyright © 2022, Avient Corporation.
TECHNICAL PROPERTIES Continuous fiber-reinforced composites comparison: recycled PETG, virgin PETG and APET resin systems with 58% glass fiber reinforcement CARBON FOOTPRINT COMPARISON TO ALTERNATIVES Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from cradle-to-gate production Polystrand R 5840B made with rPET has a lower carbon footprint than traditional polyester-based products; 44% lower than PETG and 31% lower than APET. 0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 RPET PETG APET kg C O 2e /k g pr od uc t
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/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?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.datasheet-industrialfabricyarn.pdf
FL.Datasheet IndustrialFabricYarn.indd FIBER OPTICAL CABLES MOVING HIGH PERFORMANCE FIBERS FORWARD Key Features • Available Flat or Twisted • Material can be “Rolled flat” to remove false or producers’ twist • Metered lengths and various spool sizes available FIBER-LINE® FIBERS FOR INDUSTRIAL FABRIC YARN • Kevlar® Para-Aramid • Nomex® Meta-Aramid • Vectran® Liquid Crystal Polymer (LCP) • Carbon Fiber • Fiberglass • Technora® FIBER-LINE® PERFORMANCE ADDING COATINGS • FIBER-LINE® Colorcoat™: Vibrant Colors for Aesthetic Applications • FIBER-LINE® Wearcoat™: Abrasion & High-Temperature Resistance • FIBER-LINE® Bondcoat™: Adhesion Promotion • FIBER-LINE® Repelcoat™: Water Repellancy • FIBER-LINE® Protexcoat™: UV Degradation Prevention Overview • FIBER-LINE®’s offering of Industrial Fabric Yarn are utilized in a wide range of applications.
Product ID FIBER-LINE® Coating Base Fiber Nominal Break Strength Nominal Yield Description G675/Colors FIBER-LINE® Colorcoat™ E-Glass 60 LBs (27 KGs) 1897 FT/LB (1274 M/KG) Color formula designed to be compatible with customer specific resin matrix K1420 FIBER-LINE® Flamecoat™ Kevlar® 65 LBs (29 KGs) 6872 FT/LB (4616 M/KG) Flame retardant coating suppresses flame and smoke K1500 FIBER-LINE® Protexcoat™ FIBER-LINE® Colorcoat™ Kevlar® 69 LBs (31 KGs) 8770 FT/LB (5892 M/KG) Kevlar® coated with UV inhibitors and carbon black pigment for UV protection K14200 FIBER-LINE® Repelcoat™ Kevlar® 650 LBs (294 KGs) 877 FT/LB (588 M/KG) Water repellant coating used in ballistic fabric applications V3000T N/A Vectran® 195 LBs (88 KGs) 4390 FT/LB (2950 M/KG) Twisted to improve processing POPULAR INDUSTRIAL FABRIC YARN PRODUCTS MOVING HIGH PERFORMANCE FIBERS FORWARD LOCATIONS Headquarters, R&D, Manufacturing FIBER-LINE® LLC 3050 Campus Drive Hatfield, PA 19440 +1 215.997.9181 fiber@fiber-line.com Manufacturing Operations FIBER-LINE® LLC 280 Performance Drive SE Hickory, NC 28602 +1 828.326.8700 fiber@fiber-line.com EMEA & Asia Pacific Operations FIBER-LINE® INTERNATIONAL B.V.
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