https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/transform-product-development-fea
This reduces the number of required prototypes before shifting into the production mold.
https://www.avient.com/idea/rise-above-four-common-lightweighting-mistakes
Investigate processes that enable plastics and metal to be formed together, including insert molding and heat staking.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-launches-new-bio-based-polymer-solutions-medical-and-pharmaceutical-applications-during-pharmapack-europe-2022
These bio-based materials can be processed on standard injection-molding machines and extruders and can be recycled in the same recycling channels as conventional fossil-based polymers.
https://www.avient.com/news/move-over-metal-polyone-launches-surround-emi/rfi-shielding-formulations
Injection molding also permits more complex shapes and fewer design constraints than aluminum or copper, all without compromising on dimensional stability of the component during use.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-unveils-colormatrix-aanchor-new-acetaldehyde-control-technology-pet-packaging
Improved thermal stability also offers improved processability, avoiding processing issues related to sublimation and deposition on equipment and molds, helping to improve efficiency and throughput.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-unveils-new-smartbatch-frost-collection-pet-packaging
When added to PET resins during the injection stretch-blow molding (ISBM) process, Smartbatch Frost Collection provides a soft, cool, and icy look with better slip-resistant performance than typical PET bottles.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-improves-vehicle-interior-air-quality-onflex-lo-tpes
It can be overmolded onto polyolefin substrates using two-shot injection molding processes.
https://www.avient.com/news/pet-friendly-soft-touch-design-delivers-remarkable-fundraising-dog-toy
In addition, the high-flow TPE easily handles WO|Bone’s molded-in surface textures (divots and bumps) that promote dental health.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-highlights-new-geon-cellular-vinyl-plastics-extrusion-world-expo
CLEVELAND – May 6, 2019 – This week at the Plastics Extrusion World Expo, PolyOne is showcasing several advancements in vinyl technology, including the launch of Geonä Cellular Vinyl for trim and molding applications.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-launches-automotive-specific-grades-within-its-resound-rec-recycled-content-tpes-portfolio
They can also be customized and injection molded or overmolded to polypropylene (PP), making them useful for a range of interior applications.