The automated pultrusion process fabricates continuous glass or carbon fiber-reinforced, constant cross-section profiles with consistent, uniform properties.  For the brace, Avient's engineering team developed and analyzed three options: a unidirectional, hybrid carbon and glass fiber profile; a unidirectional carbon fiber profile; and finally, a profile made with both a unidirectional carbon fiber and a transverse engineered fabric, which had the advantage of minimizing any potential cracks from propagating.

This not only reduces waste but also lowers greenhouse gas emissions and offers opportunities for carbon capture. Likewise, utilizing post-consumer recycled (PCR) materials as composite components can significantly reduce the carbon footprint* of those composites. Conducting a comprehensive carbon footprint analysis is essential to making informed choices  

These new grades provide comparable performance to virgin TPEs and can reduce product carbon footprint by 8-18%* when compared to virgin equivalents.   Product Carbon Footprint values are calculated with Avient’s third-party certified PCF Calculator by TÜV Rheinland according to ISO 14067.   Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint

Avient’s recent launch of its TÜV Rheinland-Certified Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) Calculator is just one example of its commitment to sustainability. This cutting-edge tool can help customers evaluate the carbon footprint of Avient’s specialized and sustainable material solutions, understand the environmental impact of end products, and navigate the complex landscape of reducing carbon emissions.   Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint  

Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced nylon composite replaced aluminum to provide better fatigue resistance and reduce weight Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced nylon composite replaced metal steering column supports and lowered weight by 50% Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced PES composite reduced weight 40% and met FAA requirements for flammability and survivability

Gordon Composites™ continuous glass and carbon fiber bar stock, laminates, and composite springs, including springs for high-temperature industrial applications Fiber-Line™ engineered high-performance fibers, including coated, twisted, and custom-wound aramid, glass, carbon, HMPE, and LCP fibers For example, incorporating post-consumer recycled (PCR) resin into composite materials such as unidirectional tape can significantly reduce the carbon footprint of those composites.  

The filler is sourced from plant waste that would otherwise be landfilled, which in turn would create methane, a greenhouse gas more potent than carbon dioxide.  The new bio-filled polymer from Avient has enabled us to reduce the carbon footprint of a range of our products by reducing the consumption of petroleum-based polymers. Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint

Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) Calculator Avient’s Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) calculator evaluates the carbon footprint of our solutions to help provide an understanding of the environmental impact of end products.

All are semi-crystalline materials that contain an abundance of carbon and oxygen. This is due to the low carbon footprint of the monomers, which is similar to that of traditional polyolefins. With PK, you can get engineered thermoplastic performance with an added benefit of a polyolefin carbon footprint.

OnColor™ REC Polymer Colorants are color concentrates derived from a recovered carbon black as opposed to using traditional carbon black. Maintains performance characteristics of traditional carbon black