https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-06/Maxxam - EV Part - Application Snapshot.pdf
KUNSTSTOFF
SCHWANDEN
E L E C T R I C V E H I C L E P A R T
• Replace aluminum to reduce part weight and overall
weight of the electric vehicle
• Secure supply of high volume of material
• Flexible delivery
• Cost competitive
• Enabled OEM to replace metal and reduce part
weight
• Provided excellent customer service, sending
samples and technical data promptly
• Supported customer with processing queries
• Secured material supply and flexible delivery –
delivering on a specific date each month
Maxxam™ Polyolefin Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/HIGH_PERFORMANCE_CLEAR_THERMOPLASTICS_ELASTOMER.pdf
Low
molecular weight SEBS and PP compound tends
to give better clarity product than high molecular
weight SEBS.
The one with low
molecular weight of SEBS is transparent and the
one with high molecular weight SEBS is
transclscent.
TEM of low molecular weight SEBS/Oil/PP compound
Figure 1b.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-02/Advanced Composites in Building _ Construction Application Guide.pdf
Transforming
Modular
& Offsite
Construction
with Advanced Composites
APPLICATION GUIDE
Siding & Cladding
Impact resistance; thermal
expansion reduction; superior
strength-to-thickness ratio
compared to traditional siding
Roofing Systems
Impact resistance; flexural strength; thermally
insulative; will not contribute to mold or rot
Interior Wall, Floor, &
Improved structural integrity;
integrated fire protection;
customized dimensions & finishes;
thermal insulation; water, pest,
& impact resistance
Doors
Impact resistance; ballistic resistance;
high strength-to-weight ratio
Exterior Sheathing
Continuous insulation;
impact, moisture & rot resistance;
lightweight construction
Garage Doors
Impact & corrosion resistance; high flexural
strength; customized dimensions & finishes;
weatherability; UV stability; weight reduction
Flood Barriers
Moisture & corrosion resistance;
durable; will not contribute to
mold growth
Composite Decking & Lumber
Reinforcements for increased strength;
material & weight reduction
Cabinetry & Storage
Weight reduction; customized dimensions & finishes
Hammerhead™ FR Flame
Retardant Composite Panels
& Laminates
Hammerhead™ & Polystrand™
GlasArmor™ & ThermoBallistic™
Ballistic Panels
Polystrand™
Continuous Fiber Tapes
ADVANCED COMPOSITES
FOR BUILDING
& CONSTRUCTION Polystrand™
Continuous Fiber Laminates
Storm Shutters
Impact & ballistic resistance;
superior strength-to-weight ratio
Safe/Panic Rooms
Ballistic & impact resistance
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MATERIAL
SOLUTION DESCRIPTION KEY CHARACTERISTICS POTENTIAL
APPLICATIONS
Hammerhead™ FR
Flame Retardant
Industry-first flame retardant
thermoplastic composite panels
that meet ASTM E84 Class A
standards for flame spread and
smoke developed and passed
NFPA 286 corner room burn testing
• Excellent flame performance
• Moisture, UV, corrosion, impact,
and rot resistant
• Lightweight structural integrity
• Reduce labor cost and time
• Interior Wall, Floor &
Ceiling Panel Systems
• Garage Doors
• Exterior Sheathing
• Siding & Cladding
• Kitchen Cabinetry
Hammerhead™
and Polystrand™
Composite Panels
Thermoplastic composite
panels constructed with
Polystrand™ continuous fiber
laminates thermally bonded to
thermoplastic foam or
honeycomb cores
• Moisture, UV, corrosion, impact,
and rot resistant
• Lightweight structural integrity
• Reduce labor cost and time
• Garage Doors
• Interior Entry Doors
• Interior Wall, Floor &
Ceiling Panel Systems
• Exterior Sheathing
• Siding & Cladding
• Kitchen Cabinetry
Polystrand™
Continuous Fiber
Tapes & Laminates
High strength unidirectional
(UD) glass fibers combined with
thermoplastic resins available in
unidirectional tapes or multi-ply
laminates
• High strength and stiffness
• Enables impact resistance
• Formulations available to meet
ASTM E84 Class A and Class B
flame/smoke rating
• Composite Deckng
• Roofing Systems
GlasArmor™
Ballistic
Resistant Panels
Ballistic protection constructed
from layers of 0°/90° woven
E-glass fiber reinforcements
with a proprietary thermoset
resin system
• UL 752 Level 1–3 compliant
• Less than 25% the weight of
comparable steel panel
• 1-hr fire rating per ASTM E119*
• Safe/Panic Rooms
• Garage Doors
ThermoBallistic™
Thermoplastic
Panels
Industry-first thermoplastic
ballistic resistant panels thermally
formed with layers of 0°/90° UD
E-glass fiber reinforcements and
polyolefin-based resin systems
• UL 752 Level 3 compliant
• Extremely lightweight
• Moisture, UV, and corrosion
resistant
• Safe/Panic Rooms
• Garage Doors
* UL Level 3 panel was fire tested as part of a wall system with steel studs and drywall facesheet
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-04/Advanced simulation captures part performance for fibre reinforced thermoplastics_Case_Study.pdf
Avient Corporation, a premier provider of specialised
and sustainable material solutions and services, has
invested in testing equipment, personnel, and software
to help its customers gain insight into its unique
material solutions and how they perform.
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.
VALUE SOLUTION
Superior strength-to-weight ratio and
rigidity for demanding applications
Carbon fiber reinforced products have excellent
tensile strength, corrosion resistance, and light
weight properties, as well as high modulus of
elasticity and excellent fatigue resistance.
These
profiles allow for the replacement of metal,
wood and other less efficient materials in order
to improve overall product performance while
reducing weight, cost and complexity.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-11/LFT for Bicycles Application Graphic.pdf
REDUCED WEIGHT
40–50% weight reduction
when switching from metal,
portability
SOLUTION: Long carbon
fiber reinforced composites
SUSTAINABILITY
PIR/PCR content incorporation
SOLUTION: Recycled content
long fiber thermoplastics
STRENGTH
IN EXTREME
ENVIRONMENTS
High strength-to-weight ratio,
high and low temperature
performance
SOLUTION: Long carbon
fiber reinforced composites
CORROSION
RESISTANCE
Metal replacement, eliminate
secondary operations, slow
moisture uptake
SOLUTION: Moisture resistant
long fiber reinforced nylons
ELECTRIFYING
STRENGTH
Ignite a passion for exploration and push
the boundaries of durability with long
fiber thermoplastic technology for bikes,
engineered to excel in extreme challenges!
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/case-study-one-pager-therma-tech-led-light-heat-exchanger.pdf
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Avient Corporation, 33587 Walker Road, Avon Lake, Ohio USA 44012
LED LIGHT
MANUFACTURER
H E A T E X C H A N G E R F O R A N
E L E C T R O N I C C I R C U I T B O A R D
• Looking to replace aluminum
• Reduce corrosion
• Light weighting
• Eliminated the effects of corrosion
• Provided a lightweight alternative to aluminium
• Redesigned the part for easier processing and
further weight reduction
• Enabled the customer to take a new, innovative
product in to the market
Therma-Tech™ Thermally Conductive Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
THERMAL CONDUCTIVITY & LIGHT WEIGHTING
AVIENT SOLUTION
LEARN MORE
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Led light manufacturer
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-09/crtm-panel-product-bulletin-2020.pdf
Tailored to customer design and
performance specifications, panels are engineered
with custom formulated resins, structural core
materials, and fibers to achieve specific stiffness,
strength, weight, performance and cost targets.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
Avient CRTM panels offer significant benefits
to customers, including:
• Superior strength to weight ratio
• �Unlimited length capability; widths
up to 108"
• �Thermal insulation
• Ultra-low thermal conductivity
• �Customized density, thickness, weight
and color
• �Vibration damping and acoustic insulation
• Chemical and corrosion resistance
• Consistent cross-sections and quality
PRODUCT BULLETIN
Other thicknesses/architectures are available.
Areal weight
(lbs.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/maxxam-polyolefins-formualtions-case-study.pdf
Create a new olefinic material for an HVAC door flap that
would remove weight and withstand copper deposits in
a luxury vehicle for an exclusive German automaker.
However, in this case, designers
had reduced the thickness of the part wall significantly
to achieve a relative weight saving of 90 percent.
In addition to the lighter weight requirement, the
material and process would need to deliver an ultra-low
cycle time with improved processability and tailored
crystallization dynamics, while also resisting warpage
after molding, a common issue for thin walled plastic
parts.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/continuous-fiber-reinforced-thermoplastic-composites?ind[]=6595
Design engineers know that when high strength-to-weight ratio is required, fiber reinforced polymer FRP) composites are the material of choice.
Continuous fiber reinforced thermoset composites combine high molecular weight resins with glass or carbon fibers.
Long and short fiber reinforced thermoplastics are well suited for applications requiring high strength-to-weight ratios as well as complex part geometries, such as automotive components and sporting goods.