https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/case-study-versaflex-ce-clear-phone-case-1.pdf
PHONE CASE BRAND C L E A R P H O N E C A S E S • Optically clear • Non-yellowing • Good stain resistance • Bondable to PC • Formulated a custom solution to enhance stain resistance and tensile strength • Collaborated on application and technical services to help ensure end product maintained optical clarity when texture was added • Provided manufacturing support to reduce scrap • Coordinated across multiple regions for supply continuity and technical support to serve customer’s global needs Versaflex™ CE 3320-80 TPE KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-07/Versaflex-coffee machine seal-Application snapshot.pdf
SMALL APPLIANCE OEM C O F F E E M A C H I N E S E A L • Soft durometers • Good bonding to ABS • Good flowability for easy processing • Excellent sealing property • Formulated a 30 Shore A TPE with excellent peel force performance to meet the sealing requirements • Offered a short lead time and on-site technical service to speed up the time to market • Provided fast global collaboration between regions, supporting the brand’s design team in Europe and molders in Asia Custom VersaflexTM Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/PolyOne%25202017%2520Proxy%2520Statement.PDF
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/tpes-for-automotive-industry-bulletin.pdf
INDUSTRY BULLETIN STANDARD UNITS ONFLEX LO 7120-45N Volatile Organic Compounds VDA 278 ug/g(ppm) 41 Fogging VDA 278 ug/g(ppm) 521 Odor • Control • Dry conditions • Wet conditions SAE J1351 (15) 1-10 Scale 1 2 1 Compression Set (23°C) • 22 hours • 70 hours ASTM D395 % 14.4 14.6 Capillary Viscosity • 1341/s • 11170/s ASTM D3835 Pa*s 35 7 HVAC SYSTEMS OnFlex™ LO • Features: low VOC/FOG, low odor, good compression set, easy processing, overmolds to polypropylene • Example applications: seals and flaps in heating, ventilation and air conditioning systems CHARACTERISTICS ONFLEX™ LO ONFLEX™ AF TPE GENERAL PURPOSE TPV TPO Volatile Organic Compounds (VDA 278) Very Low Moderate Moderate Moderate Very Low Fogging (VDA 278 & DIN 75201) Very Low Moderate Moderate High Very Low Odor (VDA 270 Requirement ≤3.0) ≤3.0 ≤3.0 >3 >3 ≤3.0 Gloss Level Low Low Low Very Low High Tactile Feel Grippy Grippy Grippy Grippy Waxy Pre-Drying Required No No No Yes No Raw Material Costs $$ $$ $$ $$$ $ Compression Set @ RT Good Good Good Excellent N/A Compression Set @ ≥70°C Moderate Moderate Moderate Good N/A UV Resistance Good Excellent Good Good Good Weatherability Good Excellent Good Good Good Hardness Range Low to High Low to High Low to High Low to High High Density (g/ml) 1.15 0.99 0.90–1.20 0.95–0.98 0.90–1.20 GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS COMPARING TPE, TPV, TPO Grades shown on both pages are representative of solutions manufactured in North America, more grades available globally.
INTERIORS/EXTERIORS TEMP STANDARD UNITS ONFLEX AF 7210-40B ONFLEX AF 7210-50B ONFLEX AF 7210-60B ONFLEX AF 7210-70B ONFLEX AF 7210-80B QUV Exposure • 1000 Hrs(0.68 W/m2 @ 340nm) • 2000 Hrs(0.68 W/m2 @ 340nm) 45°C ΔE 0.49 0.38 0.42 0.48 0.21 0.85 0.22 0.14 0.32 0.24 Xenon-Arc Exposure • 1000 Hrs(0.35 W/m2 @ 340nm) 63°C ΔE 0.63 0.84 0.34 — 0.58 Capillary Viscosity • 1341/s • 11170/s ASTM D3835 Pa*s 60 11.4 79 15 65 13 48 13.7 73 16 Ozone Resistance ASTM D1149(16) B Visual No cracks No cracks No cracks No cracks No cracks Low Temperature Brittleness ISO 812 B °C -63 -62 -62 -62 -62 OnFlex™ AF • Features: long-term sealing performance, reduced noise and vibration, grippy feel, low gloss, low odor, excellent UV resistance and weatherability, easy processability, overmolds to polypropylene • Example applications: trays, door pockets, fasteners, clips, roof rack pads, roof and door trim, and window encapsulations The need to innovate is virtually endless.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-03/Onflex-Cell Pack Cooling Tube-Application Snapshot.pdf
AVIENT SOLUTION VEHICLE BATTERY MANUFACTURER C E L L P A C K C O O L I N G T U B E • Comply with ISO 3384-1:2011 for TPE compression set • Comply with ISO 11359-2:1999 standard for linear thermal expansion • Good ethanediol resistance • Good sealing performance • Customized a Shore 60A hardness TPE formulation with good physical property retention • Achieved good compression set and bonding performance with PA12 • Qualified thermal expansion by customer • Provided excellent ethanediol resistance under both low and high temperature conditions KEY REQUIREMENTS CHEMICAL RESISTANCE + SEALING LEARN MORE OnFlex™ TPE Custom Formulation Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-07/CORE Medical Manikin Case Study Snapshot.pdf
LEADING MEDICAL TRAINING COMPANY M E D I C A L M A N I K I N S • Ability to color code various body parts for more accurate teaching and instruction • Maintain durability and performance through repeated use in a variety of training scenarios • Meet customer’s regulatory requirements • Provided specific colors and hardness for easier identification of body parts • Supplied a non-phthalate plastisol formulation that maintained strength and flexibility over an extended time • Offered robust technical support and regulatory assistance to meet all compliance directives as required by customer Core™ Non-Phthalate Plastisols KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Gravi-Tech Formulations - Hearing Protection Headset - Case Study Snapshot.pdf
SAFETY EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER H E A R I N G P R O T E C T I O N H E A D S E T • High performing acoustic solution • Lightweight material • Good surface aspect • Lost cost solution • Met acoustic test and chemical resistance requirements. • Collaborated with Avient Design team for design support and material performance simulation • Provided great service, with support from Color & Additive colleagues in Brazil.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-05/dock-shelter-1-page.pdf
LOADING DOCK SHELTERS R E I N F O R C I N G S T A Y S Replacement for steel or composite stays to provide reliable seal from external environment: • Withstand repeated flex and twisting, pass rigorous proprietary flexural testing requirements • Maintain performance in extreme temperatures • Enabled repeated twisting and flexing without failure, up to 90˚ bends, due to exceptional mechanical properties • Customized finishing to meet specific shape and edge surface requirements • Improved supply reliability with product manufactured in Montrose, CO Gordon Composites™ Thermoset Composite Springs KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Versaflex TPE-Charging Gun Grip-Application Snapshot.pdf
AVIENT SOLUTION LEADING EV MANUFACTURER C H A R G I N G G U N G R I P • Good abrasion resistance • Excellent chemical resistance • Nice surface finish • Good bonding with flame retardant PC/ABS • Provided a rubbery touch feel, chemical resistance (including to ethanediol), and better appearance than the incumbent TPV solution • Eliminated a secondary process through two- shot injection molding with good adhesion to PC, ABS, PC/ABS, and copolyester handles • Offered quick technical support to accelerate the product development KEY REQUIREMENTS CHEMICAL RESISTANCE + BONDING LEARN MORE Versaflex™ TPE Formulation Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-02/Complet LFT - Steering Column - Application Snapshotv2.pdf
PERSONAL WATERCRAFT OEM S T E E R I N G C O L U M N • Similar strength performance to existing aluminum assembly • Withstand outdoor UV exposure • Weight reduction for improved performance • Corrosion and moisture resistance • Premium aesthetic • Provided a material that met application load requirements and allowed for part consolidation • Delivered confidence in changing material through design consultation, robust FEA support, and UV customization • Incorporated carbon fiber to support a marketing story Complēt™Hybrid Moisture Resistant Composite KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?