https://www.avient.com/investor-center/news/avient-updates-third-quarter-and-full-year-2022-forecast
We remain confident in the long-term growth potential of our new portfolio."
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-11/Phil Clark Bio - 2024_0.pdf
He is responsible for developing and executing Avient's long-term innovation strategy for new and emerging products and technology platforms, at the intersection of high growth markets and secular trends.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-09/Syncure low-voltage wire jacket and insulation case study snapshot.pdf
MAJOR W&C PRODUCER L O W - V O L T A G E W I R E J A C K E T & I N S U L A T I O N • Flame retardance • Heat resistance up to 125°C • Long term insulation resistance (LTIR) • Cold temperature resistance • Offered singular formulation capable of meeting UL-44, UL-4703, UL-1277 and CSA 22.2 listing specifications • Delivered economical solution suitable for multiple end-use commercial and residential applications • Provided on-site technical support to optimize production quality and speed Syncure™ XLPE Cross-linkable Polyethylene Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/case-study-one-pager-custom-pa-grade-heat-shield-component.pdf
AUTOMOTIVE OEM H E A T S H I E L D C O M P O N E N T F O R L E D H E A D L A M P • The material needed to solve a hot spot issue • A PA based grade • High thermal conductivity - 20 W/mK • Electrically conductive • Improved the parts long-term outdoor performance • Improved processability compared to high temperature plastics, reducing tooling costs • Reduced part weight by 37% than the previous metal part, providing the customer with a more economical solution Customized PA based grade KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-06/Cesa Anti-phenolic Yellowing Additive-TPEE TPU Film for Apperal and Shoes-case study snapshot.pdf
TPEE/TPU FILM MANUFACTURER T P E E / T P U F I L M F O R A P P A R E L A N D S H O E S • Avoid phenolic yellowing effect after a certain time of storage • Offer an anti-phenolic yellowing solution, which can be applied on light color or translucent film for fabric • Maintain the soft touch of the original TPEE / TPU film • Contributed to final products, ensuring the film passed grade 4 of the yellowing standard (ISOx18 2007) • Provided good transparency on 0.04- 0.05mm film • Offered long-lasting protection without the need for additional post-processing Cesa Anti-phenolic Yellowing Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-01/Touchscreen Surface WithStand SX Case Study Snapshot.pdf
INJECTION MOLDER T O U C H S C R E E N S U R F A C E • Provide antimicrobial protection with strong log reduction (gram-negative / gram-positive efficacy) using globally available and cost-effective active ingredients • Incorporate a compatible recycled base resin • Utilize recyclate with no haze or discoloration (yellowing) of product, even with long-term heat aging • Maintain visual clarity while using antimicrobial raw materials with additional functional additives • Offered expertise in antimicrobial solutions, application development, and versatile product forms • Provided non-public health claims and reduced material use with recycled polycarbonate • Delivered strong efficacy >Log 2 against gram- negative and gram-positive bacteria • Supported a safe, hygienic environment while maintaining clarity and performance using a masterbatch with recycled content Cesa WithStand SX Low Haze Antimicrobial Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-12/2024 Avient Executive Bios_Philip Clark.pdf
He is responsible for developing and executing Avient’s long-term innovation strategy for new and emerging products and technology platforms, at the intersection of high-growth markets and secular trends.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/PolyOne%25202016%2520Annual%2520Report%2520Web.pdf
In a year with little to no macroeconomic momentum to help drive growth, it would have been easy to sacrifice our long-term prospects for short-term rewards.
POLYONE CORPORATION Note 5 — FINANCING ARRANGEMENTS Total debt consisted of the following: As of December 31, 2016 (In millions) Principal Amount Unamortized discount and debt issuance cost Net debt Senior secured term loan due 2022 $ 644.0 $ 8.7 $ 635.3 5.250% senior notes due 2023 600.0 7.1 592.9 Other debt (1) 30.1 — 30.1 Total long-term debt $ 1,274.1 $ 15.8 $ 1,258.3 Less short-term and current portion of long-term debt 18.5 — 18.5 Total long-term debt, net of current portion $ 1,255.6 $ 15.8 $ 1,239.8 As of December 31, 2015 (In millions) Principal Amount Unamortized discount and debt issuance cost Net debt Senior secured term loan due 2022 $ 550.0 $ 8.6 $ 541.4 5.250% senior notes due 2023 600.0 8.3 591.7 Other debt (1) 13.5 — 13.5 Total long-term debt $ 1,163.5 $ 16.9 $ 1,146.6 Less short-term and current portion of long-term debt 18.6 — 18.6 Total long-term debt, net of current portion $ 1,144.9 $ 16.9 $ 1,128.0 (1) Other debt includes capital lease obligations of $17.8 million and $0.4 million as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, respectively.
The expected long-term rate of return on pension assets was determined after considering the historical and forward looking long-term asset returns by asset category and the expected investment portfolio mix.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-04/Edgetek PKE Processing Guide.pdf
BARREL TEMPERATURES ENGLISH (°F) METRIC (°C) COMMENTS Zone 1 - Rear 420° F 460° F 216° C 238° C Long residence times are not advised.
Screw Speed Low–moderate Injection Velocity 1–3 inch per second Back Pressure Low–moderate Pack Pressure 60–80% of max injection pressure Hold Pressure 40–60% of max injection pressure Cool Time 10–30 seconds (depends on part geometry and dimensional stability) Residence Time Long residence times are not advised 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com Copyright © 2022, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/portable-speakers-bulletin-selector-guide-2020.pdf
Versaflex™ TPE materials offer great compression set properties for gaskets that need a long lasting seal, and also create durable speaker skins with a silky feel.
Versaflex™ TPE PORTABLE SPEAKER SOLUTIONS WATER AND DUST PROTECTION, DURABLE LOOK AND FEEL Versaflex™ CE 3120-40 Versaflex™ CE 3620 Versaflex™ CE 3115 Versaflex™ CE 3120-80 Application Gaskets Skins Skins Skins Product Aesthetics Tacky Translucent 42A Silky feel Natural 65A Silky feel Natural 65A Silky feel Natural 80A Special Characteristics Low compression set Low compression set High flow Abrasion resistance High strength Improved scratch/ mar, UV and abrasion Overmolding Polycarbonate ABS Copolyester Polycarbonate ABS Copolyester Polycarbonate ABS Copolyester Polycarbonate ABS Copolyester HOW VERSAFLEX TPEs MAKE THE DIFFERENCE IN PORTABLE SPEAKERS APPLICATIONS GASKETS Water and Dust Protection - Tight housing seals with no leakage over time Reduced Manufacturing Costs - Eliminates sourcing and assembly steps required of O-rings by overmolding directly onto the substrate; strong adhesion to PC & ABS - Faster cycle times than silicone or TPU Design Freedom - Injection molding TPEs in gaskets enables complex designs in which simple O-rings would be challenging to assemble SPEAKER SKINS Durable Look and Feel - Silky feel soft touch - Long lasting aesthetics with abrasion and UV resistance Reduced Manufacturing Costs - Eliminates sourcing and assembly steps required of silicone skins by overmolding directly onto the substrate; strong adhesion to PC & ABS - Faster cycle times than silicone or TPU Design Freedom - Overmolding TPE removes the need for mechanical interlocks and primers to get silicone materials to adhere to substrates To learn more about Versaflex TPEs for portable speakers, contact Avient at +1.844.4AVIENT.