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In short, this paper focuses on the development of novel thermoplastic elastomers and the leading ability of GLS TPEs to bond to any substrate used in a multitude of applications and markets. Summary: In order to effectively address a range of market needs and applications involving varied rigid substrates novel TPE materials have been developed at GLS. Finally, these novel TPEs for engineering thermoplastics contribute valuably to our ever- expanding portfolio of technologies that offer our customers differentiated solutions for various applications in the consumer market.

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These savings are realized through circular activities that enable more efficient use of materials and less reliance on the raw materials market, where prices are often volatile. Industries should also develop action plans for transitioning to sustainable energies and materials that can retain a high value in the post-consumer market. SOURCE: https://www.wri.org/insights/5-ways-unlock-value-circular-economy https://www.wri.org/insights/5-ways-unlock-value-circular-economy Taking the Next Steps Take the Circular Economy to the Next Level Because sustainable material solutions and technology are evolving at the speed of life, it takes fresh thinking, agile R & D, and imaginative use of next-generation materials to bring life-changing products to market safely and quickly.

In this position he was responsible for managing Bostik Findley's European Hot Melt Adhesive R&D, Product Development, and QC labs for the nonwoven market. ABSTRACT Overmolding thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) on rigid substrates for consumer applications has been driven by the escalating market trends in enhanced ergonomic feel and touch, grip ability, aesthetics, cushioning against impact, vibration isolation and insulation. This hard/soft combination design has been driven by an escalating market trend pushing toward enhanced ergonomic feel and touch, gripping feel, aesthetics, cushioning against impact, vibration isolation or dampening and insulation.

MEDICAL CONTRACT MANUFACTURER A U T O - I N J E C T O R H O U S I N G • Excellent chemical and wear resistance • Excellent impact resistance • Specific color matching based on customer’s needs • Outstanding durability to extend product life • Customized a chemically resistant formulation to offer an impact-modified alternative to traditional competitors in the market • Provided technical support for material selection, part & tool design, and process development to accelerate commercialization • Delivered custom color matching to meet all key requirements Custom Trilliant™ HC Healthcare Thermoplastic KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

CUTLERY MAKER P R E M I U M K I T C H E N K N I V E S • Replaced aluminum while providing the same premium weight and feel of a metal • Withstand dishwashing without the discoloration issues of aluminum handles • Streamlined the design and molding phase, working directly with the manufacturer • Enabled the customer to expand their product line, providing a dishwasher safe kitchen knife into the market Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Material KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

AFTERMARKET PARTS MANUFACTURER M O T O R M O U N T • Reduced part weight with retained performance • High strength • Corrosion resistance • Fatigue resistance • Facilitated lightweighting with a long glass fiber PA66 composite that matched the performance of the incumbent metal part • Met strength and corrosion requirements while achieving cost savings and reduced processing steps versus a die cast aluminum part • Relieved performance fears with mold flow analysis and hands-on technology support • Sampled quickly to accelerate speed to market KEY REQUIREMENTS METAL REPLACEMENT LEARN MORE WHY AVIENT?

LEADING PRODUCER OF CLOSURES FOR SPIRITS L U X U R Y C L O S U R E S • Replace metal while providing metallic look and feel • Customization of density and color • Easy processing • FDA compliance • Replaced metal with a weighted polymer solution to maintain high-quality perception • Minimized the appearance of chips from everyday wear better than metal by matching closure interior and metalized coating colors • Enabled the customer to introduce their luxury closures to a new market segment Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

FUJI FISHING F I S H I N G R O D H A N D L E • Good aesthetics with easy processing • Good toughness modified to work in low temperature environment • Excellence stiffness and durability • Good quality control • Offered customized formulation that balanced toughness and stiffness to pass customer’s specific mechanical test • Provided strict quality control and quick response which helped the customer meet its deadline and get to market faster Edgetek™ Glass-Filled Thermoplastics KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?