https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Versaflex TPE-Charging Gun Grip-Application Snapshot.pdf
AVIENT SOLUTION
LEADING EV
MANUFACTURER
C H A R G I N G G U N G R I P
• Good abrasion resistance
• Excellent chemical resistance
• Nice surface finish
• Good bonding with flame retardant PC/ABS
• Provided a rubbery touch feel, chemical
resistance (including to ethanediol), and better
appearance than the incumbent TPV solution
• Eliminated a secondary process through two-
shot injection molding with good adhesion to
PC, ABS, PC/ABS, and copolyester handles
• Offered quick technical support to accelerate
the product development
KEY REQUIREMENTS
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE + BONDING
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Versaflex™ TPE Formulation
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FAMOUS
UNDERWEAR
BRAND
U N D E R W I R E
• Formulated a 40% bio-derived material to
help meet customer’s sustainable goals with
good rigidity and supporting strength
• Improved comfort and softness compared to
a normal steel underwire design
• Passed ISO 105-X18 textile test with good
chemical resistance, durability, and wash
fastness
Customized reSound™ BIO TPE
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-07/Case Study snapshot - GLS TPE Recoil Pad_0.pdf
HIVIZ® SHOOTING
SYSTEMS
R E C O I L P A D
• Recoil reduction
• Comfort and soft-touch feel
• Durability
• Developed a custom TPE solution to help
HIVIZ expand its accessory product line
and launch its market-differentiating recoil
pads
• Retained integrity and high-end feel using
recoil-damping technology that also
offered superior durability, weatherability
and comfort for shooting enthusiasts
Custom GLS™ Thermoplastic Elastomer
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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Food processing belt manufacturer
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-02/custom-gls-tpe-touriquet-band-case-study-one-pager.pdf
GLOBAL ELASTIC &
RUBBER PRODUCT
MANUFACTURER
T O U R N I Q U E T B A N D
• Hardness 45, shore A
• Thickness 0.5mm and Tensile set
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AVIENT SOLUTION
MEDICAL DEVICE
MANUFACTURER
C O M P R E S S I O N C O N T R O L L E R
H O U S I N G G R I P
• Good adhesion to PCTG
• Comfortable grip combined with ergonomics
• Medical regulation compliance
• Provided a medical-grade TPE with excellent
bonding to PCTG and good chemical resistance
• Improved ergonomics and aesthetics with a soft-
touch material
• Met medical regulation compliance: FDA21 CFR
177.2600
• Delivered good colorability to ensure a stable
esthetic
KEY REQUIREMENTS
OVERMOLDING + REGULATORY SUPPORT
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Versollan Thermoplastic Elastomers
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Tool manufacturer
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-12/Versaflex TPE Fitness band-case study snapshot_1202.pdf
GLOBAL FITNESS
BRAND
R E S I S T A N C E B A N D
• Soft material (25-30 Shore A durometer)
• Grippy feel
• Good colorability
• Compatible with injection molding
• Developed a custom-made TPE with
excellent rebound resilience, even after
45,000 stretches
• Replaced thermoset rubber with a
recyclable material
• Supported higher production efficiency to
reduce total cost
Versaflex Thermoplastic Elastomers
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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Learn the benefits of using TPEs that change color as temperature rises and falls
Consumer products made with TPEs offer benefits that add both consumer appeal and safety benefits.
Soft, flexible TPEs can be easily overmolded onto hard substrates.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/overmolding-part-design
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Minimize the thickness of the soft TPE
Use a lower hardness for the TPE