Lastly, molded-in color (MIC) metallics offer a means of eliminating paint resulting in reduced VOCs and fewer processing steps for energy savings and a lower carbon footprint.  

Fabrication capabilities include CNC machining, a wide range of welding techniques and painting of commercial finishes, with standard and specialty metals.

Capstock made from Geon Bold material is a cost effective alternative to painting, capping or laminating with materials such as fluoropolymers.

Thermoplastic Elastomers Knowledge Base Engineered Thermoplastics PP overmolding is a common characteristic of thermoplastic elastomers from GLS.

– June 24, 2014 – PolyOne GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers, a global leader in high-performance, custom-formulated thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) solutions, today announced that its Versaflex™ CE 3620 material meets all ISO 10993-10:2010 testing requirements with no signs of irritation. Our pro-active work in achieving compliance for our material helps leading consumer brands gain a competitive edge by indicating that their products are made with materials tested and approved for skin sensitivity, ” said Charles Page, director, global marketing, PolyOne GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers. Sandy Wagner Marketing Communications Manager PolyOne GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers +1 815-385-8500 sandy.wagner@avient.com

Our broad portfolio of continuous fiber composites, both thermoplastic and thermoset, is unparalleled in the industry,” said Matthew Borowiec, general manager, PolyOne Advanced Composites. Thermoplastic Composites: PHOTO CAPTION: PolyOne’s portfolio of advanced thermoplastic and thermoset continuous fiber reinforced composites offers customized solutions to serve a full range of markets and industries.

Thermoplastic Elastomers Knowledge Base Engineered Thermoplastics PP overmolding is a common characteristic of thermoplastic elastomers from GLS.

The thermoplastic polymer base resin used also enables recyclability to support the company’s sustainability goals. To learn more about the Polystrand thermoplastic composites that made the Revolve tripod possible, visit https://www.avient.com/products/advanced-composites. Dive deeper into Polystrand continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites.

– PolyOne GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers today announced the launch of an overmolding technology based on Versaflex™ VDT thermoplastic elastomer (TPEs), developed for vibration and impact damping applications. Customers familiar with our Versaflex VDT material have asked for an overmolding variation that allows them to leverage the design freedom of two-shot and insert injection molding,” said Charles Page, director, global marketing, PolyOne GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers. Versaflex VDT overmolding grades deliver the same great vibration and impact damping performance as the original Versaflex VDT technology, exceeding most thermoset solutions while offering the advantage of thermoplastic design flexibility.

In addition, it will feature its advanced, wide-ranging thermoplastic and thermoset composite materials portfolio.     Improved Adhesion in Pultruded Composite Materials and Test Methods for Evaluation •    Continuous Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Application Development and Implementation: Case Study Review •    Overmolding with Continuous Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites for Selective Reinforcement •    Test Sample Preparation of Pultruded Unidirectional Carbon Parts – Issues in Machining Practice and Alternatives The Avient advanced composites portfolio includes Polystrand™ continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastics, Gordon Composites™ thermoset barstock and laminates, and Glasforms™ thermoset pultrusions.