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INDUSTRY BULLETIN
DISPERSIONS IN
HEALTHCARE
TECHNOLOGY DESCRIPTION TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
Silicone Colorant Dispersions Biocompatible, conformable silicone rubber colorants
that deliver lightfastness and aesthetic appeal
• 3D medical silicone printing
• Anatomical models and surgical guides
• External prosthetics and orthotics
• Medical ventilation/respiratory masks
• Dental and medical tools and equipment
Silicone Additive Dispersions Silicone additive solutions formulated to provide chemical
resistance, durability, and enhanced physical properties
Rubber Colorant Dispersions
Durable rubber colorants formulated for optimal
dispersion and lot-to-lot consistency to promote
ease of handling
• Medical devices and tools
• Vibration and shock control for medical
equipment
• Drug delivery devices
Urethane Colorant Dispersions Versatile urethane colorants that streamline production
and enhance quality
• Foam enclosures/support for medical tools
and equipment
• Medical and surgical devices
• Physical therapy tools
Epoxy Colorant Dispersions
Long-lasting, hygienic epoxy colorants that provide
high-cost efficiency, stability, and customization
opportunities
• Healthcare facility floor coatings
Vinyl Colorant Dispersions
Vinyl colorants developed for applications where
dispersion, uniformity, compatibility, and cleanliness
are essential
• Medical equipment
Aqueous Additive Formulations
Functional additives stabilized, suspended, and dispersed
in water that shorten development cycles, streamline
operations, and can be customized to meet specific
requirements
• Medical gloves
• Wound care
Electrically Conductive
Additives for Silicone
Innovative silicone additives to provide high conductivity
and lower filler loadings
• Neurostimulation electrode pads
• Medical tools and equipment
Laser Marking Additives for
Silicone
Dispersions containing laser absorbers and color formers
that eliminate the need for secondary etching while
promoting chemical resistance, mechanical property
retention, and production efficiency
• 3D medical silicone printing
• Anatomical models and surgical guides
• External prosthetics and orthotics
• Medical ventilation/respiratory masks
• Medical devices
Surface Modification Additives
for Silicone
Non-oil based silicone additives that reduce tackiness
and enhance smoothness of the cured compound
• Dental tools and equipment
• Medical devices, tools, and equipment
Self-Bonding Silicone Silicone compounds able to bond to various substrates
without prime coating
• Medical tools and equipment
This listing represents standard Avient dispersion technologies and addresses common healthcare applications,
but we can work with you to explore additional options.
The healthcare industry is experiencing continual
change driven by technological advancements,
evolving patient needs, and increasing regulatory
demands.
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Avient and Coloro Collaborate to Offer Sustainable Fiber Colorants for Dope-Dyeing to the Global Fashion Textile Industry
Avient and Coloro Collaborate to Offer Sustainable Fiber Colorants for Dope-Dyeing to the Global Fashion Textile Industry.
When Coloro recently launched its unique color feasibility intelligence to the fashion and textile industry to illustrate achievable colors, it included Avient’s range of standard colorants to match its colors into the dope-dyeing process.
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MOTOR BLUE #2
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PP MOTOR BLUE
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PMS 186 RED MOTOR OIL
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PMS 293 BLUE MOTOR OIL
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MOTOR LIME GREEN II
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POLYMER DIAGNOSTICS INC.
33587 Walker Road
Avon Lake, OH 44012
Ana De La Ree Phone: 440-930-3271
CHEMICAL
Valid To: December 31, 2019 Certificate Number: 0514.02
In recognition of the successful completion of the A2LA evaluation process, accreditation is granted to this
laboratory to perform the following rubber and plastics tests:
Test Description:
Test Method or Standard:
Analysis of Volatile Contaminants from Polymers
(Chromatography)
VDA 277
FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) Spectroscopy
ASTM E1252 (Except 7.6, 11.2, and 11.4)
Flammability
Horizontal Burn of Self-Supporting Plastics ASTM D635; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10
Horizontal Burn of Materials Used in Occupant
Compartments of Motor Vehicles
ASTM D5132; FMVSS 302 (49 CFR 571.302)
Vertical Burn, 20 mm ASTM D3801; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10
Vertical Burn, 125 mm ASTM D5048; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-20
Oxygen Index ASTM D2863
FT1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.3
Cable Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1061
VW1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1080;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.4
FT2/FH Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1100;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.1
FV-1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.5
Thin Material Burning Test UL-94
Glow Wire Test
IEC 60695 2-10, 2-11, 2-12, 2-13
RVCM in PVC
ASTM D4443
(A2LA Cert.
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EXTRUDER
Screw 3/4" to 6" Polyethylene type—Single flight, no mixing section, 1.5–2:1 compression ratio
Tooling Semi-Pressure type: 30°–40° angle
Die On size with 1/8" or less land
L/D 24:1 recommended
Screen Pack No screen pack (Optional depending on pressure)
Cooling Trough 120–150°F (50–65°C) recommended
Feeder Gravimetric type preferred—3 compartment for cross-linked
Dryer Desiccant type, 4 hours at 160°F (70°C) For ECCOH™ compound only; never put
Dry Silane in Dryers
PROCESSING
Temperature ECCOH 5000 Series ECCOH 6000 Series
Wire Preheat 180–250°F (80–120°C) 180–250°F (80–120°C)
Feed Zones 200°F (93°C) 275°F (135°C)
Transition 275°F (135°C) 325°F (163°C)
Metering 300°F (150°C) 375°F (190°C)
Head/Die 330°F (165°C) 420°F (215°C)
Target Melt 330–340°F (165–170°C) 420–440°F (215–225°C)
Flame at Die Tip Yes—as needed
Line Speed Shear sensitive: Observe Melt Temperature, Motor Amperage, and Pressure
Purge Compound HDPE
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SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION TO ISO/IEC 17025:2017
POLYMER DIAGNOSTICS INC.
33587 Walker Road
Avon Lake, OH 44012
Ana De La Ree Phone: 440-930-3271
CHEMICAL
Valid To: December 31, 2021 Certificate Number: 0514.02
In recognition of the successful completion of the A2LA evaluation process, accreditation is granted to this
laboratory to perform the following rubber and plastics tests:
Test Description:
Test Method or Standard:
Analysis of Volatile Contaminants from Polymers
(Chromatography)
VDA 277
FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) Spectroscopy
ASTM E1252 (Except 7.6, 11.2, and 11.4)
Flammability
Horizontal Burn of Self-Supporting Plastics ASTM D635; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10
Horizontal Burn of Materials Used in Occupant
Compartments of Motor Vehicles
ASTM D5132; FMVSS 302 (49 CFR 571.302);
ISO 3785
Vertical Burn, 20 mm ASTM D3801; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10
Vertical Burn, 125 mm ASTM D5048; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-20
Oxygen Index ASTM D2863
FT1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.3
Cable Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1061
VW1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1080;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.4
FT2/FH Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1100;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.1
FV-1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.5
Thin Material Burning Test UL-94
Glow Wire Test
IEC 60695 2-10, 2-11, 2-12, 2-13
RVCM in PVC
ASTM D4443
(A2LA Cert.