https://www.avient.com/news/avient-joint-study-borealis-reveals-wide-range-color-options-recycled-plastics
Those components include Borcycle M 100% recycled polypropylene (rPP) from Borealis in tandem with colorant formulations from Avient along with Avient’s PCR Color Prediction Service, which could digitally illustrate the colorant formulations that are possible.
Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint
Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-10/bergamid-house-of-sports-gun-case-study-one-pager-1020.pdf
UTG® HUNTING & SHOOTING SPORTS G U N M A G A Z I N E H O U S I N G • Good dimension stability with low warpage at different temperature ranges (70˚C, room temperature, -40˚C) • Good appearance with less glass fiber exposure • Provided durable and impact-resistant glass fiber reinforced formulation with excellent surface finish and good dimensional stability for smooth operation • Passed all temperature durability and drop tests to confirm use in outdoor environments • Collaborated with customer via technology services to accelerate product development Bergamid™ Customized Polyamide Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint
Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-01/Maxxam REC Recycled Polyolefin Formulations Product Bulletin.pdf
They can be filled and reinforced to satisfy required performance characteristics and can be blended with glass, minerals, impact modifiers, colorants and stabilizer systems.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Formulated with 25–100% recycled resin from PIR & PCR sources • Reduces waste and supports the circular economy • Achieves equivalent performance to standard polyolefin formulations • Can be recycled at end of life • Provides good stiffness, durability, impact resistance and UV stability • Enables customized performance characteristics depending on application need MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS Maxxam REC Polyolefins are suitable for use across many industries and applications where traditional polyolefin materials are used, including: • Transportation - HVAC systems, engine guards, battery housings, flame retardant applications • Industrial - Structural parts, furniture • Consumer - Household appliances, personal care items, packaging, office supplies, food contact applications • Electrical and Electronic – Housings, buttons, junction boxes SUSTAINABILITY BENEFITS • Formulated with 25–100% recycled resin from PIR and/or PCR sources • Reduces waste and supports the circular economy • Reduces carbon footprint • Can be recycled at end of life PRODUCT BULLETIN CHARACTERISTICS UNITS Maxxam REC RS5200-5029 C BLACK X2 Maxxam REC MX5200-5036 HS I BLACK Maxxam REC MX5200-5037 RS HS I BLACK Maxxam REC MX5200-5038 RS HS I BLACK Maxxam REC MX5200-5039 RS HS I BLACK Filler/ Reinforcement – Unfilled Unfilled 20% Mineral 40% Mineral 30% Glass Fiber Recycled Content – 95% PCR 97% PIR 75% PIR 55% PIR 65% PIR Density (ISO 1183) g/ccm 0.93 0.95 1.09 1.28 1.15 Tensile Modulus (ISO 527-1) MPa 1250 950 1500 2150 4250 Tensile Stress (ISO 527-2) MPa 25 175 10 15 50 Tensile Strain Break (ISO 527-2) % >20 >80 >30 17 4.5 Charpy Notched (ISO 179) kJ/m 3 8 5 4 11 TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS UNITS Maxxam REC RS5200-5026 RS NHFR BLACK 70 Maxxam REC FR H8 V2 BLACK RG 70 Maxxam REC L6 GF/30 H BLACK T RG 70 Maxxam REC MX5200-5027 RS HS BLACK RG Maxxam REC MX5200-5028 RS HS BLACK RG Maxxam REC C10 H-UV AS EP RG BLACK 70 Filler/ Reinforcement – 30% Glass Fiber Unfilled 30% Glass Fiber 30% Glass Fiber 40% Talcum Unfilled Recycled Content – 37% PIR 90% PIR 55% PIR 35% PIR 50% PIR 25% PIR Density (ISO 1183) g/ccm 1.42 0.950 1.13 1.15 1.23 1.03 Tensile Modulus (ISO 527-1) MPa 8250 1300 6100 6400 – 700 Tensile Stress (ISO 527-2) MPa 71.0 30.0 70.0 70.0 28.0 15.0 Notched Izod (ISO 180) kJ/m – 4.0 10 5.8 2.7 No Break Flame Rating @ 1.6mm thickness (UL 94) – V-0 V-2 HB HB HB HB TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-11/carbon-fiber-reinforced-product-bulletin.pdf
Carbon Fiber Reinforced Rods, Bars and Laminates For Strengthening, Stiffening and Lightweighting Carbon fiber reinforced polymer (CFRP) products from Avient are continuous fiber polymer rods, bars and laminates used in a variety of structural strengthening, engineered weight reduction, and repair applications in multiple industries.
The highly uniform and parallel reinforcing fibers result in superior mechanical property translation, and customized profile geometries offer part consolidation and simplification of assembly.
To learn more about Avient carbon fiber reinforced polymer solutions, contact Avient at +1.844.4AVIENT (1.844.428.4368) • Maximum thickness of 0.625 in/1.59 cm • Full machining capabilities available
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-11/Ballistic Panel Infographic.pdf
Source: Lucintel Growth Opportunities in the Global Ballistic Composites Market 2023-2028 What’s driving their adoption?
LIGHTWEIGHT PROTECTION FOR ENHANCED SECURITY & DURABILITY COMPOSITE BALLISTIC PANELS IN CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS Increasing defense budgets Increasing demand for lightweight materials Composite ballistic panels offer varying levels of protection.
Composite ballistic panels provide several advantages, including: Homes 4% Government Buildings 40% Office Buildings 16% Banks 25% Other 25% Where are ballistic composite panels used?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/composites-innovation-cell-program-bulletin_0.pdf
Thermoplastic Composite Innovation Cell Injection and Compression Overmolding HARNESS THE VERSATILITY Are you working on a project that would benefit from added reinforcement, reduced weight, material reduction or part consolidation?
CAPABILITIES • Prototype part sampling • Tooling validation • Process optimization • Material configuration • Application development support • Laminate analysis • Mechanical system analysis • Resin flow with laminate inserts • Finite Element Analysis EQUIPMENT SPECIFICATIONS Injection Molding • Milacron-Fanuc Roboshot α-S15OiA with 4-axis robot • Maximum shot capability at 171 grams with a clamping for 198 tons • Trial molds include a 4"x6" flat plaque and a 3"x10" hat stiffening member Compression Molding • 450 ton down acting press • 39" x 39" platen size • Features automatic shuttle table with IR preheat oven Material Testing • Instron Model 5982 Universal Testing System with 100 kN load capacity • AVE2 non-contacting video extensometer with digital image correlation capability • Environmental chamber that enables testing from -150° to 350° C PRODUCT BULLETIN PROCESSABILITY MEETS PERFORMANCE Polystrand™ advanced thermoplastic composites combine high strength, unidirectional, continuous fibers with engineered thermoplastic resins to create continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic (CFRTP) materials that feature exceptional strength-to-weight ratio and high impact resistance.
Through injection or compression overmolding, composite tapes and multi- ply laminates are integrated into traditional thermoplastic molding processes to create locally-reinforced, molded components.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/avient-ir-presentation-june-2021-w-non-gaap-recs_0.pdf
Examples include: • Barrier technologies that preserve the shelf-life and quality of food, beverages, medicine and other perishable goods through high- performance materials that require less plastic • Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation • Breakthrough technologies that minimize wastewater, improve the recyclability of materials and advance a circular economy • Composite solutions to support accelerated growth of 5G / fiber-optic infrastructure investment as the world demands greater and faster connectivity Avient employs approximately 8,400 associates and is certified ACC Responsible Care® and a founding member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste.
We will do so though our investments and focus on sustainable solutions for high-growth markets, including healthcare, consumer, packaging and composites/5G.
We will deliver for our stakeholders through multiple value creation levers—many of which are unique to Avient: o Demand for sustainable solutions, healthcare, and composites, together with Clariant Masterbatch revenue synergies, that will drive 2021 revenue growth of 14% and long-term growth in excess of GDP o Clariant Masterbatch cost synergy capture will result in significant near-term benefit In addition, we remain committed to increasing annual dividends in line with earnings growth and opportunistically buying back shares, all while remaining modestly levered.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-extends-cable-lifetime-new-eccoh-lsfoh-grades-industrial-and-telecom-cables
Continued growth in fiber optic cables, telecommunications infrastructure and the new IEC 60794-6 standard are increasing the need for LSFOH products.
Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation and reduce carbon footprint
Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G network accessibility
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-expands-5g-rf-material-portfolio-preperm-low-loss-dielectric-thermoplastics
Additionally, ECCOH™ low smoke and fume non-halogen materials are well suited for fiber optics and communication cables; and Fiber-Line™ Swellcoat™ water blocking yarns enable cable designers to reduce cable footprint with higher fiber count cables for increased data transmission capabilities.
Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation