NYSE: POL), a premier global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, today announced the acquisition of Fiber-Line, a global leader in customized engineered fibers and composite materials for Fiber-Line provides material science and polymer formulation expertise to engineer specified performance characteristics for fiber.  is a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions.

In the chart above, you can see the polymer structure of polyketone is very similar to PA6, PA66, and POM, which explains the similarity in properties. POM is based on polymerized formaldehyde, which makes the polymer sensitive to thermal degradation, releasing formaldehyde gas. However, as previously mentioned, polyketone is much less hygroscopic than PA6 & PA66 due to the lack of nitrogen in its polymer structure.

In the chart above, you can see the polymer structure of polyketone is very similar to PA6, PA66, and POM, which explains the similarity in properties. POM is based on polymerized formaldehyde, which makes the polymer sensitive to thermal degradation, releasing formaldehyde gas. However, as previously mentioned, polyketone is much less hygroscopic than PA6 & PA66 due to the lack of nitrogen in its polymer structure.

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This new technology also reinforces Avient's collaboration with BASF in offering the global market metallic-colored grades of Ultrason® high-performance polymers (link to full press release above). They are available across multiple polymer systems, including PA6, PA66, PC, POM, PBT, PPS, and PK, and provide comparable performance to conventional internally lubricated grades (link to full press release here). They support compliance with regulatory standards without compromising performance and provide an alternative to brominated polymers for applications such as housings for appliances.  

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Inks, dyes and integrated polymer-based solutions are examples. Integrated Polymer Based Solutions These overt and covert technologies embed unique identification into the polymer the product is made from.

This portfolio includes the recent addition of Mevopur bio-based polymer solutions, which are color and additive masterbatches based on bio-polyethylene resins that have up to 95 percent bio-based content. Trilliant™ HC8900 Thermoplastics are chemically resistant polymers that offer improved resistance to harsh chemicals and hospital-grade disinfectants compared to other flame-resistant (FR) polymers such as PC/ABS, PC/PET, and copolyester. Avient Distribution features a comprehensive portfolio of polymers from the world’s top suppliers.

PolyOne is showcasing its innovative polymer technologies at CMF Inspiration Walls, where experts will be on hand to connect with customers. PolyOne’s display features specialized polymer solutions including:  PHOTO CAPTION: PolyOne Design and Innovative Polymer Solutions Take Center Stage at CHINAPLAS 2019

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