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Higher tool cost
High tool cost
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And they require fewer processing steps and lower energy costs because the molder no longer needs to post-heat the part to achieve the expected odor rating.
It’s a cost-effective option for paint replacement on polymer parts and creates an exceptional metallic color that continues through the part’s thickness.
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Metal-to-Polymer Conversion for Electrical Applications: LubriOne™ PEEK Solutions for electrical power tool applications offer innovative options for replacing metal that also help customers to improve performance, reduce production cost and simplify product maintenance.
This material portfolio also delivers excellent flame, chemical, and UV light resistance, making it a cost-effective replacement for various engineered polymers and metal in applications such as laundry consoles, circuit board housings, medical equipment, and LED lighting.
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Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives provided cost effectiveness by combining colorant and UV solutions
Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives provided cost effectiveness by combining colorant and UV additive solutions
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Omnicolor™ Multipurpose Colorants delivered short lead time and cost effective solution for small cable reel
Concentrates for electrical and electronic applications that allow fast, cost-efficient project management
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Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives provided cost effectiveness by combining colorant and UV solutions
Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives provided cost effectiveness by combining colorant and UV additive solutions
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Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives provided cost effectiveness by combining colorant and UV solutions
Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives provided cost effectiveness by combining colorant and UV additive solutions
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Pros: Common, easy to implement, cost-efficient
Software advances are making these solutions more attainable but there is also a price premium as well as a cost to establish the initial infrastructure required.
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Omnicolor™ Multipurpose Colorants delivered short lead time and cost effective solution for small cable reel
Concentrates for electrical and electronic applications that allow fast, cost-efficient project management
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Avient assists in creating electronic connector for a new, low-cost computer to meet technical requirements, avoid over-engineering and meet cost-performance requirements with Bergamid™ nylon material