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PREMIUM TOOL
BRAND
S C R E W D R I V E R H A N D L E
• High impact resistance
• High tensile strength
• Aesthetic surface
• Good processability
• Customized a nylon 6 based formulation,
with an emphasis on the impact properties
and processability, yet delivering the
desired aesthetic surface
• Met the customer’s aggressive timeline
and helped troubleshoot application needs
to determine the best material solution
Custom Edgetek™ Nylon Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
IMPACT RESISTANCE + AESTHETICS
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COSMETIC PACKAGING
MANUFACTURER
P E R F U M E C A P
• A weighted material with a metallic finish
• A material that could be injection molded into a premium
perfume cap
• Formulated a weighted material with 2.0 specific
gravity that is FDA approved
• Enabled customer to enter the premium
packaging market, typically reserved for metal
working converters
• Provided a material that could be injection molded
• Provided metallic finish aesthetic with cool touch
haptics
Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WEIGHT + PROCESSABILITY
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WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-10/gravi-tech-tequila-cap-one-page-case-study.pdf
GLOBAL CLOSURES
PRODUCER
T E Q U I L A C A P
• A weighted material that could be injection molded
• A material with evenly distributed weight
• Suitable for over molding with a TPE to be used as a
stopper in a tequila bottle
• Formulated a 2.5 specific gravity weighted
PP material that is FDA approved
• Simplified processing steps and created an
evenly balanced closure that was over-
molded with a TPE
• Expedited development of material to meet
customer deadline
Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WEIGHT + PROCESSABILITY
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-02/OnColor Water Pitcher Application Snapshot.pdf
LEADING CONSUMER
PRODUCTS OEM
W A T E R P I T C H E R H A N D L E
• Access to the latest colors & effects for inspiration and
assistance with brand aesthetics
• Meet sustainability expectations while maintaining product
and brand integrity
• Accelerate product development timeline to meet
aggressive commercial deadlines
• Offered blue marble effect in Oceanworks PS
• Developed a proprietary blue marble aesthetic
in a recycled PS, meeting brand and
sustainability expectations
• Expedited product development to satisfy
ambitious timeline requirements
• Provided ongoing inspiration and global
support throughout the process
OnColor™ (Remafin™) Polymer Colorants for
polyolefins
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
AESTHETICS + SPEED TO MARKET
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GLOBAL
APPLIANCE BRAND
P O W E R T O O L H A N D L E
• Bonding to ABS
• Scratch resistance
• Colorable compound
• Easy to grip/soft touch
• Worked in synergy across business to
produce a scratch resistant material
suitable for ABS bonding in 19 different
color options
• Made new ergonomic design possible
through better material properties,
especially grip and soft touch
• Enabled customer to market next
generation of power tool, with updated
look and feel
OnFlex™ S KE Series
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
SCRATCH RESISTANCE + COLORABILITY
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-03/CCG Food Handling - Application Snapshot.pdf
APPLIANCE MAKER
F O O D H A N D L I N G & C O O K I N G
C O M P O N E N T S
• Minimize yellow / amber color tone of PEI and PES that
detracts from the perception of quality for cooking and
food service appliances
• Maintain inherent heat and steam resistance of PEI and
PES
• Food contact compatibility
• Colorants counteracted yellow tones without
sacrificing heat and steam resistance
• Achieved a more intense blue-gray shade
that reinforces appliance quality and
cleanliness and improves perception of the
food
Colorant Chromaticsä Precolor and
Masterbatch Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
APPEARANCE + PERFORMANCE
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-02/Versaflex-Handler Housing for Laparoscopic Sealer-Application snapshot.pdf
SURGICAL
DEVICE
MANUFACTURER
H A N D L E H O U S I N G F O R
L A P A R O S C O P I C S E A L E R
• Excellent adhesion onto PC/ABS
• Good aesthetics with soft touch
• RoHS, REACH and FDA compliant
• Enhanced ergonomics and functionality with
improved soft grip
• Met performance requirements for wear
resistance and colorability
• Customized a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE)
solution and had with a faster sample
response speed than competitor
Versaflex™ Overmolding Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
GOOD BONDING + SOFT TOUCH
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WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
SWIMMING GEAR
BRAND
S W I M G O G G L E G A S K E T A N D
N O S E B R I D G E
• Bio-content material
• Good adhesion to PC
• Flexible and comfortable to wear
• Easy to process
• Customized formulations for a transparent Shore 43A
TPE with 40% bio-based content for the gasket and a
natural 57A TPE with 30% bio-based content for the
nose bridge to meet sustainability and comfort targets
• Delivered excellent performance in order to pass strict
chlorine, brine, and QUV tests
• Offered prompt development and on-site technical
services to accelerate commercialization
KEY REQUIREMENTS
SUSTAINABILITY + SEALING
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SMALL APPLIANCE
OEM
C O F F E E M A C H I N E S E A L
• Soft durometers
• Good bonding to ABS
• Good flowability for easy processing
• Excellent sealing property
• Formulated a 30 Shore A TPE with excellent
peel force performance to meet the sealing
requirements
• Offered a short lead time and on-site technical
service to speed up the time to market
• Provided fast global collaboration between
regions, supporting the brand’s design team in
Europe and molders in Asia
Custom VersaflexTM Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
BONDING + SEALING PERFORMANCE
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A LIFE SCIENCE
COMPANY
S E R U M C O L L E C T I O N
C A R T R I D G E
• Excellent clarity
• Good bonding and peel strength onto PP
• Heat resistance
• Meet sterilization needs
• Easy processing
• Formulated transparent Shore 50A TPE with
excellent adhesion onto PP and good
sealing performance
• Met regulatory requirements for USP Class
VI and ISO 10993-4,5
• Provided a short lead time and on-site
technical service
Versaflex™ CL Thermoplastic Elastomers
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
MEDICAL COMPLIANCE + SEALING
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