Key Concepts & Procedures for TPE Applications Guidelines for Coloring Dynaflex and Kraton TPEs Processing Styrenic Block Copolymer TPEs from GLS

TPE - The Tough Softie With TPE Without TPE

TPE - The Tough Softie With TPE Without TPE

TPE - The Tough Softie With TPE Without TPE

Find out how to amplify aesthetics and ergonomics with TPEs Textured TPEs can replace expensive secondary painting or adhesion operations. TPEs can make consumer products easier or safer to use by enabling designs that fit the human body.

However, the original TPE that the company selected caused issues during 2K molding. THE SOLUTION Avient was asked to suggest a suitable TPE for this application. For this manufacturer, another appealing aspect of working with this material was Avient’s dedicated TPE production line in Spain, which is used solely to manufacture TPEs for overmolding applications.

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SNOWMOBILE OEM S N O W F L A P • Cold temperature flexibility and toughness • UV stability • Easily injection moldable • Offered a specialty TPE capable of performing well in demanding environments • Delivered a technology that supported a nearly 2-foot flow length for easy processing • Generated .udb file to help accelerate new designs • Collaborated with the molder and OEM for seamless product development and production OnFlex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

BROOKS R U N N I N G S H O E • Exceed current material performance • Optimal cushioning • Fast reaction time • Both energy absorption and return • Provided a 30-50% improvement in cushioning over traditional material • Simplified manufacturing from four-steps to a single injection molding process, yielding a 30-40% reduction in energy usage • Increased sales by up to 40% compared with the previous model Customized TPE Material KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Think TPEs TPE benefits include: In addition, TPEs provide good moisture barrier properties and are recyclable.