They are based on management’s expectations that involve a number of business risks and uncertainties, any of which could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the forward-looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those implied by these forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to:  The final amount of charges resulting from the planned manufacturing realignment and the Company’s ability to realize anticipated savings and operational benefits from the asset realignment;  Our ability to achieve the strategic and other objectives relating to the acquisition of Spartech Corporation, including any expected synergies;  Our ability to successfully integrate Spartech and achieve the expected results of the acquisition, including, without limitation, the acquisition being accretive;  Disruptions, uncertainty or volatility in the credit markets that could adversely impact the availability of credit already arranged and the availability and cost of credit in the future;  The financial condition of our customers, including the ability of customers (especially those that may be highly leveraged and those with inadequate liquidity) to maintain their credit availability;  The speed and extent of an economic recovery, including the recovery of the housing market;  Our ability to achieve new business gains;  The effect on foreign operations of currency fluctuations, tariffs, and other political, economic and regulatory risks;  Changes in polymer consumption growth rates in the markets where we conduct business;  Changes in global industry capacity or in the rate at which anticipated changes in industry capacity come online;  Fluctuations in raw material prices, quality and supply and in energy prices and supply;  Production outages or material costs associated with scheduled or unscheduled maintenance programs;  Unanticipated developments that could occur with respect to contingencies such as litigation and environmental matters;  An inability to achieve or delays in achieving or achievement of less than the anticipated financial benefit from initiatives related to working capital reductions, cost reductions, employee productivity goals, and an inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to raise or sustain prices for products or services;  An inability to maintain appropriate relations with unions and employees;  The inability to achieve expected results from our acquisition activities;  Our ability to continue to pay cash dividends;  The amount and timing of repurchases of our common shares, if any; and  Other factors affecting our business beyond our control, including, without limitation, changes in the general economy, changes in interest rates and changes in the rate of inflation. • The above list of factors is not exhaustive. • We undertake no obligation to publicly update forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. PolyOne’s chief operating decision makers use these financial measures to monitor and evaluate the ongoing performance of the Company and each business segment and to allocate resources.

Recent developments in laser marking equipment allow manufacturers to run wire and cable production lines at rates up to 400 meters/minute. For manufacturers, this development means they can increase production rates while also maintaining the excellent quality of their laser marking. Gary Fielding, global marketing director for PolyOne Color and Additives, notes, “PolyOne has long been a leader in development of laser-sensitive additive formulations, and these new developments are further proof of that.

This article discusses these issues and explores some of the innovative solutions being developed. To address these challenges, new additive technologies have been developed with recycling in mind. One example is Avient’s patented AA scavenger, ColorMatrix™ AAnchor™ Acetaldehyde Scavenger, developed to mitigate the issues associated with ATA-based solutions.

This article discusses these issues and explores some of the innovative solutions being developed. To address these challenges, new additive technologies have been developed with recycling in mind. One example is Avient’s patented AA scavenger, ColorMatrix™ AAnchor™ Acetaldehyde Scavenger, developed to mitigate the issues associated with ATA-based solutions.

Our collections draw from global megatrends and insights in color research to develop palettes that capture the current zeitgeist for designers and developers.” Color Inspirations 2017 is a foundational element of InVisiOSM Color and Design Services, which leverage comprehensive color and materials resources to drive innovation in plastic product development. Whether developing a new color range or adapting existing colors to accommodate a new phase in a product lifecycle, innovators can work with InVisiOSM services throughout the design development process to bring their vision to life.

This article discusses these issues and explores some of the innovative solutions being developed. To address these challenges, new additive technologies have been developed with recycling in mind. One example is Avient’s patented AA scavenger, ColorMatrix™ AAnchor™ Acetaldehyde Scavenger, developed to mitigate the issues associated with ATA-based solutions.

HC360 magazine selected PolyOne as one of the outstanding leading brands committed to promoting the development of China’s plastics industry over the last year. Rob Bindner, vice president of PolyOne Asia, explained, “By working with our customers, we develop an in-depth understanding of their market and application needs. This knowledge allows us to develop innovative solutions that help customers increase profitability and gain market share.

The Avient ColorMatrix Select online color management system can help reduce development time from weeks down to days. Choosing a supplier that understands these requirements will reduce business risk and give the assurance of knowing that your products are fully compliant. Rapid color development Accelerated color match, development and delivery for rapid market access.

The Avient ColorMatrix Select online color management system can help reduce development time from weeks down to days. Choosing a supplier that understands these requirements will reduce business risk and give the assurance of knowing that your products are fully compliant. Rapid color development Accelerated color match, development and delivery for rapid market access.

Involving ColorWorks at the earliest stage of product development can simplify the development process, shorten time-to-market, control costs and feasibility, and manage global color consistency. This collaborative design approach has been shown to reduce development times by 50% or more and generate substantial total cost savings. Impactful, market-ready CMF concepts that captivate consumers and drive business success.