https://www.avient.com/news/beyond-acrylic-new-resilience-ls-materials-polyone-boost-led-lens-performance
Resilience™ LS High Reflectance PVC performs on par with metallized plastics, such as polycarbonate (PC) and acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS), and offers higher light reflectance without metallization.
Production costs are reduced by eliminating the vacuum metallization step.
PHOTO CAPTION: Resilience™ LS High Reflectance PVC, one of two new grades from PolyOne, offers higher light reflectance and other performance benefits than typical metalized PC
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/rethinking-materials-automotive-aftermarket-parts
Making the Switch from Metal to Plastic Using Long Fiber Thermoplastics
Historically, metal has been used to manufacture parts such as running boards, side steps, bed extenders, and mounting kits (levers, brackets).
Facilitated lightweighting with a 50% long glass fiber PA66 thermoplastic that matched the performance of the incumbent metal part
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/case-study-one-pager-versaflex-dog-toy.pdf
PET SUPPLY
MANUFACTURER
D O G T O Y
• Tear strength
• Durability
• Colorability
• Formulation must not intentionally contain BPA, heavy
metals, latex, natural rubber, phthalates, or SVHC
(REACH)
• Optimized material processing and tooling
through technical services and application
development support
• Delivered a solution to address regulation
and consumer safety concerns
Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/industries/packaging/cosmetics-packaging/applicators
Gravi-Tech™ polymer-metal composites are high density materials developed as thermoplastic-based alternatives to lead and other traditional metals
OnColor™ Brilliant Metallics - Product Bulletin (Chinese)
Gravi-Tech™ formulation replaced metal and enabled PVD metallization for a luxury closure manufacturer
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-03/Railcar Door_Case Study Snapshot.pdf
R A I L C A R
M A N U FAC T U R E R
D O O R P A N E L
• High stiffness-to-weight ratio and improved thermal
insulation to incumbent materials
• Efficient manufacturing process to ensure quality panel
construction and standards
• Domestic supply and manufacturing to ensure timely
delivery
• Reduced component complexity compared
to metal
• Custom-engineered panel with varying core
materials and thicknesses to meet
performance requirements
• Reliable material supply with product
manufactured in United States
CRTM™ Composite Sandwich Panels
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT
AVIENT SOLUTION
CORROSION & IMPACT RESISTANT
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O F F - ROA D V E H I C L E
M A N U FAC T U R E R
C A R G O R A C K
• Design freedom
• Improve process efficiency to reduce cost
• High strength-to-weight ratio
• Aesthetic appeal
• Weather and chemical resistance
• Replaced metal with a injection-moldable
thermoplastic plus TPE overmold to meet
performance demands and maintain
premium brand quality
• Provided technical support to help expand
the design and function of the cargo rack
• Reduced manufacturing costs by
eliminating the painting step from the
process
Versalloy™ TPE and thermoplastic substrate
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/case-study-one-pager-gravi-tech-kitchen-knife-handle.pdf
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?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-05/BIO additives MR snapshot 2022 Final.pdf
BIO additives MR snapshot 2022 Final
EXTRUSION CAST
PROCESSOR
T H I N P L A F I L M & B A G S
• Non-stick performance during manufacturing
• Excellent film quality with good aesthetics
• Efficient and clean process performance
• Compliant with food contact applications*
• Provided a performance additive to prevent
biodegradable resin from sticking to the
chill-roll surface
• Reduced the polymer friction factor on metal
surfaces, resulting in a better film quality
• Helped improve the manufacturing process
with fewer cleaning steps
CESA™ OnCap™ & BIO Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_type=0&industry=0&product_family=1688&product_subfamily=0&product_name=0&op=FILTER RESULTS&form_id=resource_filter_form&page=1
Provides structural performance that can go head-to-head with metals at a fraction of the weight
Complēt™ long carbon fiber reinforced nylon composite replaced metal steering column supports and lowered weight by 50%
Craftech Non-Metallic Fasteners
https://www.avient.com/idea/enhance-electric-vehicle-battery-design-and-performance
Lightweighting
,
Metal Replacement
,
Sustainability
,
Transportation
Polymers have a considerably lower density than metal, allowing for lighter and more energy-efficient batteries.
Polymers can be processed at a lower cost than metals, reducing overall material expenses.