https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/fiber-line-performance-enhancing-processes/pultrusion-composite-fiber-rods
Low smoke, low halogen, flame rated and custom colors are also available for upjacketed composite rods.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-expands-high-performance-materials-portfolio-edgetek-toughened-ppa
With a slower moisture absorption rate than PA66, they also help to improve durability and long-term performance.
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/color-additive-combination-masterbatches/smartbatch-fabric-fx
In addition, because it is difficult to bond textiles to parts with intricate curves and shapes, the application of fabric can limit design options and increase scrap rates.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-launches-new-eccoh-lsfoh-grades-optical-fiber-cables
For example, Mordor Intelligence forecasts the OFC market will see a 12.5 percent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) by 2025.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-launches-new-acetaldehyde-process-aid-enhance-rpet-processability
The increased use of rPET in PET bottles can lead to increased AA levels, but can also compromise bottle mechanical strength and create blowouts, both of which reduce productivity and increase scrap rates.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-designs-led-lighting-innovations-flame-retardant-polymer-solutions
These specialty polymers are formulated to meet UL flame rating standards while also providing anti-yellowing performance, protection from chemicals and outstanding clarity.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-helps-schneider-electric-satisfy-global-demand-affordable-sustainable-light-and-power
Versaflex TPE meets these needs and also complies with both the European Union Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive and stringent UL flame ratings.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-highlights-new-geon-cellular-vinyl-plastics-extrusion-world-expo
With these new grades, we effectively help to lower our customers’ scrap rates and material usage while allowing them to achieve a premium quality end product.”
https://www.avient.com/idea/pain-therapy-device-stands-out-peers
Creating a two cavity tool for the bumpers saved PTA 70% over the cost of an overmolding tool, and reduced scrap rates typical with overmolded housings by 80%.
https://www.avient.com/idea/i-ilsan-saves-time-money-self-lubricating-polymer
The company, which does its own injection molding, found that the polyamide and LubriOne™ combination generated a 50% reduction in scrap rates.