Liking what they heard, the engineers decided to team up with Avient specialists in polymer distribution, colorants and additives to tackle the issue. Working together, the team developed a natural ABS formulation with an additive package that provided consistent color along with heat-stabilizing properties.

Liking what they heard, the engineers decided to team up with Avient specialists in polymer distribution, colorants and additives to tackle the issue. Working together, the team developed a natural ABS formulation with an additive package that provided consistent color along with heat-stabilizing properties.

team," said comprehensive approach to design, service and innovation in thermoplastics and composites will enable us to forge even further ahead with our LFT technology, and I'm excited that our teams have joined together in collaboration for the future."

In the course of their research into material options, the manufacturer’s team invited Avient to suggest options for an alternative TPV based on its global reputation for superior products and service. The Avient team assessed the application’s technical and operational requirements, and recommended a GLS™ Versalloy™ alloy in 45 Shore A durometer, an FDA-compliant medical TPV grade designed for overmolding onto PP.

In cooperation with a leading wire and cable PVC compounder, PolyOne’s cross-functional Synthetic Esters team proactively began developing another option.  The foresight and expertise of PolyOne’s Synthetic Esters team, combined with PolyOne’s manufacturing agility, enabled rapid development, production and delivery of a cost-effective alternative.”

You may also need to think about how you want the product to behave when stretched; there are many stretch properties and tests that can be performed to achieve the appropriate amount of flexibility based on your application. How are TPEs made?

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Thermoplastic Elastomers How TPEs can help medical and pharmaceutical manufacturers meet growing global demand 2© 2020 Avient Corporation, 33587 Walker Road, Avon Lake, Ohio USA 44012 THE OPPORTUNITY: EFFICIENT ALTERNATIVES TO VULCANIZED RUBBER Is there a capacity crunch on the horizon? CONCLUSION: HOW CAN TPEs HELP YOU? If you’re considering a switch to TPEs, our expert team can consult on: • Part design • Application environment • Tooling and machine selection For additional information on the opportunities associated with TPEs, call us at +1.844.4AVIENT (1.844.428.4368) or visit avient.com.

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– January 23, 2025 – Avient Corporation, an innovator of materials solutions, announced its Specialty Inks team is participating in the annual Impressions Expo Long Beach, a trade show focused on the imprinted and decorated apparel industry. From basic white inks to brilliant, sustainable options, our team is committed to providing our customers the best products and services, and we are eager to continue sharing our latest advancements with the industry.” The Avient Specialty Inks team will be at booth #2011 during the Impressions Expo in Long Beach, California, from January 23–25, 2025.