where 156 of the company's suppliers participated this year. 

While we remain laser focused and in aggressive pursuit of our 2015 performance targets, we’re also planning for a future driven by specialty innovation, collaboration and growth, leading to strong double digit adjusted EPS expansion for many years to come.

This full-spectrum portfolio of brand protection solutions, launched initially in North America and Europe late last year, is now available in the Asia Pacific region.

CLEVELAND – PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions was recently selected by BD (Becton, Dickinson and Company) to receive its 2013 Product Innovation - Global Supplier of the Year award.

HYPE also expanded to LATAM this year to further connect Avient’s network of young professionals across the globe.

We even provide all associates with 16 hours of paid time off every year to volunteer for a cause they care about.

It is estimated that 60% of oil and gas pipelines in North America are more than 20 years old*.

The revision process for the plastics packaging chapters of the USP-NF, including USP 661, has been underway for several years.

These braces, traditionally made with steel, were initially fabricated from aluminum for a solid weight savings of 3 kg per vehicle over steel versions. THE IMPACT Finding ways to reduce weight is a high priority for vehicle manufacturers, because lighter weight corresponds to better fuel efficiency for gas-powered vehicles and more miles per charge for electric cars.

• Increased Production: Additionally, the high flow properties of the Trilliant HC formulation allowed for an increase in the number of cavities in the mold, resulting in a machine cost-per-part savings of over 30%. • Reduced Scrap Rate: The consistent conductivity, improved warp resistance, reduced flash, and improved durability provided by the Trilliant HC formulation meant less breakage, fewer rejects and a 40% reduction in scrap rate. • Total Manufacturing Cost Savings: Despite an increase I price per pound over the competition, the manufacturer’s total cash costs were reduced by over $45,000 on an annualized basis as a result of the proven, quantified savings in cycle time, productivity and scrap.