https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/Versaflex-Seat Ventilation Tube-Case study Snapshot_0826.pdf
Seat Ventilation Tube Case Study Snapshot LEADING LUXURY CAR MANUFACTURER S E A T V E N T I L A T I O N T U B E • Reliable sealing performance • Good bonding ASA+PBT • Excellent chemical resistance and good flexibility • Provided a TPE with good flexibility to maintain a tight seal within the ventilation system, preventing air leaks and ensuring efficient airflow • Formulated a durable and chemically resistant grade to help withstand the various stresses and environmental conditions that the ducts may encounter • Offered quick technical support to fix the leak problem for customer Versaflex Thermoplastic Elastomers KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-05/CCG Application Snapshot_Food Tray.pdf
Catering oem CATERING OEM F O O D T R A Y S • FDA approval for food contact • Specific color • Must be able to withstand high heat/sanitization • Offered the specific desired color • Food contact grade • Customizable high-performance solution able to withstand multiple cleaning cycles with detergents • Provided commercial, technical, and operational excellence support Colorant Chromatics PES Green Color- Concentrate KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-07/CORE Fishing Lures Case Study Snapshot.pdf
OFFSHORE LURE MANUFACTURER F I S H I N G L U R E S • Allow enhanced processability and control viscosity • Formulated without Prop 65 listed components • Maintain physical properties • Retain contaminant-free product integrity • Supplied plastisol solutions that improved quality consistency and controlled viscosity • Provided effective global EHS and regulatory support • Enhanced the dispersion of pigments used by customer • Offered dynamic customer service and rapid technical response CORE™ Non-Phthalate Plastisols KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/versalloy-xl-flexible-neck-for-lamp.pdf
HYDROPONIC GROWING SYSTEM BRAND F L E X I B L E N E C K F O R L A M P • High flow performance capabilities • Beautiful finish • Soft touch • Supported the development process, from initial design to product launch, to meet the needs of both the molder and OEM • Delivered a TPE solution that enabled a 22” flow line with a wall thickness of 0.225” • Provided technical support and shared process best practices to minimize cosmetic defects Versalloy™ XL Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-01/Core Radiation Protection Case Study Snapshot.pdf
RADIATION PROTECTION OEM P E R S O N A L P R O T E C T I O N A P R O N S • Enhanced performance and compatibility with other materials being used during production • Improved durability in various environments • Onsite technical and processing support • Formulations in clear, neutral and black shades • Formulated a plastisol solution for better dispersion of customer’s raw materials and enhanced compatibility with pigments being used • Provided superior indoor and outdoor performance for the end application • Offered onsite support to help streamline processing • Delivered a range of colors to meet brand requirements CORE™ Vinyl Plastisols KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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/2025-06/ColorMatrix Joule Fast Reheat Dispersions Tech Bulletin.pdf
TECHNICAL BULLETIN ColorMatrix™ Joule™ RHB Fast Reheat Dispersions Handling and Usage ColorMatrix™ Joule™ dispersion fast reheat products are intended for use in PET (bottle polymer) production processes in the manufacturing of CSD 0.82IV reheat polymers and are used successfully throughout the world on all types of PET production technologies.
In most circumstances, ColorMatrix technical personnel and facilities can be used to advise on the ‘starter’ recipe configuration ahead of any trial with Joule RHB additive and also post-trial to determine the performance of fast reheat polymer in comparison to a known standard or a desired competitive performance level.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/2020-gravi-tech-design-guide-.pdf
A larger processing window will account for the lot to lot changes between materials, without having to make process changes.3 Setting the Beginning Variables • Injection Pressure = Maximum of machine - Should not be pressure limited • Injection Velocity = Maximum of machine - This is for the injection velocity curve starting point - If flashing is an issue start slower and then increase • Injection Cut-Off Time = 15 seconds - This is only a limiting factor, needs to be above 10 seconds for velocity graph • Hold Pressure = 0 - Need to get 95% full part with a hold pressure of 0 • Hold Time = 10-15 seconds - Need to ensure gate is frozen • Screw Speed = 90% of Maximum - Unless shear sensitive material, if shear sensitive, set RPMs to optimum • Cooling Time = 10–15 seconds • Shot Size = 50% of calculated part volume • Decompression = .25in • Transfer Position = High enough to ensure a cushion - Cushion size does not matter but there must be a cushion to keep a constant pressure on the melt during hold time - Typically 0.25" is sufficient • Back Pressure = 800-1000 plastic pressure - 100–150 hydraulic pressure - Unless specified by material data sheet Determining Shot Size The shot size should be determined by calculating the combined volume of the parts and the runner system.
If the material is shear-sensitive, consult the material data sheet or processing guide for instructions to set recovery time • The cooling time should only be 1–2 seconds longer than the screw recovery time, unless dictated by dimensional stability or part thickness Minimize Clamp Pressure This step is done to reduce the amount of energy used by the machine. • Reduce the clamp tonnage until flash is seen around the parting line, then increase the clamp tonnage by 5-10% Minimize Cycle Time • Mold Open/Close – Should be as fast as possible, without slamming, and still produce a nice fluid motion • Ejector Speed – As fast as possible, without influencing part quality • Ejector Stroke – Only stroke the ejectors as many times as needed to separate the part from the core - i.e.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/September%2520Investor%2520Presentation.pdf
V I S I O N PolyOne Corporation 4 To be the world’s premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions C O R E V A L U E S P E R S O N A L V A L U E S Honesty IntegrityRespect Operational Excellence Commercial Excellence Specialization Globalization Collaboration ExcellenceInnovation To be the world’s premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions S A F E T Y F I R S T PolyOne Corporation 5 Injuries per 100 Workers Spartech Acquisition 1.3 1.1 1.1 0.85 0.65 0.57 0.54 0.97 0.84 0.74 0.74 0.69 0.51 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 PolyOne Corporation 6 P O L Y O N E P O S T P P & S D I V E S T M E N T 2 0 1 8 R E V E N U E | $ 2 . 9 B I L L I O N Segment End Market Geography Transportation 17% Healthcare 16% Industrial 15% Packaging 13% Consumer 13% Wire & Cable 8% Building & Construction 7% Electrical & Electronics 6% Appliance 4% Color Additives & Inks 35% Distribution 43% Specialty Engineered Materials 22% United States 53% Europe 19% Asia 12% Canada 5% Latin America 11% 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016* 2017* 2018 $2.43 P R O O F O F P E R F O R M A N C E C O N S E C U T I V E Y E A R S PolyOne Corporation 7 9 $0.13 $0.68 $0.82 $1.00 $1.31 $1.80 $1.96 $2.06 $2.21 *Pro Forma for sale of DSS 2006 2018 ROIC** 5.0% 14.1% Operating Income % of Sales Color, Additives & Inks 1.7% 15.1% Specialty Engineered Materials 1.1% 11.2% Performance Products & Solutions 4.3% 10.0% Distribution 2.6% 5.6% **ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI after tax divided by the sum of average debt and equity less cash over a 5 quarter period A D J U S T E D E P S E X P A N S I O N S U S T A I N A B L E P A T H T O D O U B L E - D I G I T E P S G R O W T H PolyOne Corporation 8 P E O P L E P R O D U C T S P L A N E T P E R F O R M A N C E Double digit annual EPS growth Expand specialty portfolio with strategic acquisitions Innovate and develop new technologies and services Repurchase 600K-1M shares annually Increase commercial resources 5-7% annually Double acquired company margins Enhance efficiencies through Lean Six Sigma and commercial excellence 531 710130 164 504 663 2014 2018 R&D / Technical Marketing Sales PolyOne Corporation 9 Increased commercial headcount + 34% + 26% + 32% I N V E S T M E N T I N COMMERCIAL RESOURCES D R I V I N G G R O W T H Sustained revenue increases led by organic business $2.9 $2.9 $3.2 $3.5 2015 2016 2017 2018 Total + 9% Organic + 5% Revenue in billions of $ Total + 10% Organic + 7% Lead Specialists T H E E V O L V I N G C U S T O M E R R E L A T I O N S H I P PolyOne Corporation 10 Expanded Path Traditional Path Strategic Accounts/ Field Sales Business Development Customer Service Web and Social Media Inside Sales PolyOne Corporation 11 Investments in digital and dedicated inside sales to improve customer experience 110% increase in leads (from 6,000 to 12,700) driven by website, phone, and online chat EXPANDED PATH A D D I N G C U S T O M E R T O U C H P O I N T S 4 24 2014 2018 Inside sellers $11M $109M 2014 2018 Inside sales/digital revenue A L I G N I N G W I T H T R E N D S F O R G R O W T H T R A N S P O R T A T I O N P A C K A G I N G H E A L T H C A R E C O N S U M E R PolyOne Corporation 12 Facilitate alternative energy solutions Light- weighting Reduce packaging materials Improve recyclability Reduce spread of infection I N N O V A T I O N PolyOne Corporation 13 Customization 55% M&A 30% Innovation Pipeline 15% Innovation comes from Research & Development Spend ($ millions) Vitality Index % of sales from products launched last 5 years 12% 35% 2006 2018 $20 $56 2006 2018 Transformational Opportunity for Growth Through M&A Adjacent Opportunity for Growth Through New Product Pipeline Core Customization 3 H O R I Z O N S O F D E V E L O P M E N T PolyOne Corporation 14 Incremental development from existing base of technology New development adjacent to current technology New technology development outside of and with our current base Service adjacent markets and customers Create new markets, target new customer needs Service existing markets and customers Market Technical I N N O V A T I O N Non-Halogen Flame Retardants Barrier Technologies Fiber Colorants Advanced Composites Thermoplastic Elastomers Gordon Composites/ Polystrand – Composites GLS – Thermoplastic Elastomers ColorMatrix – Liquid Color & Additives PlastiComp Fiber-Line I N N O V A T I O N P I P E L I N E PolyOne Corporation 15 PrototypeFrame Opportunity Scale-up & Test Market Build Business Case Commercial Launch (since 2017) Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Phase 4 Phase 5 5 8 2 3 3 3 44 0 1 4 5 1 1 3 Breakthrough Platform Derivative Number of Projects 10 5 17 5 10 47 Total Addressable Market ($ millions) - - $1,767 $315 $766 $2,848 F L A M E R E T A R D A N T P O L Y M E R S A D V A N C E D C O M P O S I T E S B A R R I E R M A T E R I A L S C O L O R A N T T E C H N O L O G I E S T H E R M O P L A S T I C E L A S T O M E R S I N N O V A T I O N S P O T L I G H T : C O M P O S I T E S PolyOne Corporation 16 C O M P O S I T E S R E F R E S H E R PolyOne Corporation 17 Fiber Polymer Composite Strength Design Flexibility Continuous Fiber Thermoset Composites Short Glass Fiber Thermoplastics Continuous Fiber Thermoplastic Composites Long Glass Fiber Thermoplastics S T R A T E G I C I N V E S T M E N T H I S T O R Y Acquired Polystrand Installed LFT production Avon Lake Acquired Gordon Composites Thermoplastic Composites Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics Continuous Fiber Thermosets Long Fiber Thermoplastic (LFT) Technology Installed LFT production Barbastro, Spain Acquired Glasforms Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastics Continuous Fiber Thermosets 2012 2015 20162009 2011 Acquired PlastiComp, specialty LFT producer 2018 PolyOne Corporation 2019 Acquired Fiber-Line, specialty fiber processor 18 C O M P O S I T E S I N T R A N S P O R T A T I O N PolyOne Corporation 19 W A T E R C R A F TR A I L H E A V Y T R U C K Bulkheads and Transoms Ceilings and Hatches Doors and Cabinetry Flooring Door Panels Side Walls Flooring & Side Panels Aerodynamic Fairings Seat and Bunk Reinforcements F I B E R - L I N E H I G H L I G H T S PolyOne Corporation 20 71% 16% 12% 1% 2018PF Sales by Market Fiber Optics Industrial Oil & Gas Consumer Estimated 2019 Sales: $100M • Abrasion resistance • Adhesion enhancement • Anti-microbial • Chemical resistance • Color • Conductivity • Fire retardant • Glow-in-the- dark • Process enhancement • UV inhibitor • Water swellable • Water repellency • Entangling • Extrusion • Pultrusion • Twisting • Winding • Braiding • Stranding High Performance Fiber and Polymers Suppliers Customer Value Coating Technology Processing Technology Fiber-Line Bare and Coated Fiber and Composite Rod Customers Fiber Processing Capabilities Polymer Formulation Capabilities P O L Y O N E A P P L I C A T I O N S I N F I B E R O P T I C C A B L E S PolyOne Corporation 21 1.
T H E N E W P O L Y O N E : A S P E C I A L T Y G R O W T H C O M P A N Y Growing leadership position in attractive markets Innovation, technology and service are differentiators Capital management is a strength: Record-setting cash generation to continue for years Expand ROIC while increasing invested capital Proven acquisition strategy with robust pipeline Commercial investments are fueling momentum and generating organic growth SERVICE: T H E T I M E L E S S D I F F E R E N T I A T O R PolyOne Corporation 31 T A L E N T D E V E L O P M E N T PolyOne Corporation 32 Leadership Program Participants 2012 2013 2014 2015 47 0 86 2016 2018 125 169 315 Campus Hires 2008 2011 2014 2017 0 25 90 47 PolyOne LSS Blackbelts 2008 2011 2014 2018 0 67 220 147 2018 141 A U N I Q U E C U S T O M E R E X P E R I E N C E Industrial Design IQ DESIGN LABS PolyOne Corporation 33 Material & Color Expertise Manufacturing Expertise 3 14 2014 2018 Industrial designers $0 $10M 2014 2018 $4M $80M 2014 2018 Opportunity funnel New business revenue LSS CUSTOMER FIRST PolyOne Corporation 34 Customer Projects Enables sales growth by building more intimate customer relationships, giving us insight to customers’ needs, with a service that is not easily replicated 2014 2018 2 104 3 D P R I N T I N G B R I N G I N G N E W I D E A S T O L I F E PolyOne Corporation 35 Enables validation of fit and function Shortens design cycle and time to market Avoids tooling rework Drives innovation Delivers substantial customer value PolyOne Corporation 36 From concept to production M O N T H M O N T H M O N T H M O N T H M O N T H M O N T H 99.9% Reduction in turnaround time Traditional Timeline up to 24 weeks PolyOne ColorMatrix Select™ 6 hours Innovative system for processors and OEMs to develop colors in real time Complete system that provides customers with the freedom to match, prototype and produce color entirely within their own facility C O L O R M A T R I X S E L E C T ™ “Being able to create color and produce parts in 1 day is unheard of in this industry” -CEO, Industry Leader I N N O V A T I N G W I T H P O L Y O N E PolyOne Corporation 37 SEGMENT HIGHLIGHTS C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S PolyOne Corporation 38 Solid Colorants Performance Additives Screen Printing Inks Liquid Colorants Packaging 28% Industrial 14% Textiles 13% Wire & Cable 11% Building & Construction 10% Transportation 8% Consumer 8% Healthcare 5% Appliances 2% Electrical & Electronic 1% Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region C O L O R , A D D I T I V E S & I N K S 2 0 1 8 R E V E N U E | O V E R $ 1 B I L L I O N $4 $25 $104 $159 0.9% 5.5% 12.2% 15.1% 0.0% 2.0% 4.0% 6.0% 8.0% 10.0% 12.0% 14.0% 16.0% 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 2005 2009 2013 2018 PolyOne Corporation 39 Europe 35% United States 45% Asia 14% Canada 1% Mexico 3% South America 2% S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S PolyOne Corporation 40 Engineered Formulations Advanced Composites Thermoplastic Elastomers Consumer 21% Transportation 18% Wire & Cable 13%Healthcare 9% Industrial 9% Packaging 7% Appliance 3% Building & Construction 4% Electrical & Electronics 16% S P E C I A L T Y E N G I N E E R E D M A T E R I A L S Revenue by Region Operating Income & Margin 2 0 1 8 R E V E N U E | $ 6 4 6 M I L L I O N PolyOne Corporation 41 $21 $57 $72 0.1% 5.1% 9.3% 11.2% 0.0% 2.0% 4.0% 6.0% 8.0% 10.0% 12.0% 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 2005 2009 2013 2018 Europe 28% United States 46% Asia 24% Canada 2% P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S E N D M A R K E T S & S O L U T I O N S PolyOne Corporation 42 Specialty Vinyl Solutions Healthcare Formulations Smart Device Materials Flame Retardant Polymers Building & Construction 28% Industrial 18% Transportation 17% Wire & Cable 16%Consumer 7% Appliance 6% Packaging 4% Electrical & Electronics 4% Asia 2% United States 78% Mexico 5% Canada 15% P E R F O R M A N C E P R O D U C T S & S O L U T I O N S Operating Income & MarginRevenue by Region 2 0 1 8 R E V E N U E | $ 7 3 6 M I L L I O N $40 $24 $56 $74 4.6% 3.6% 7.2% 10.0% 0.0% 2.0% 4.0% 6.0% 8.0% 10.0% 12.0% 14.0% 16.0% 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 2005 2009 2013 2018 PolyOne Corporation 43 D I S T R I B U T I O N E N D M A R K E T S & S U P P L I E R S PolyOne Corporation 44 Healthcare 27% Transportation 22% Industrial 18% Consumer 12% Appliance 6% Electrical & Electronics 5% Building & Construction 5% Packaging 3% Wire & Cable 2% $20 $25 $63 $71 2.9% 4.0% 5.9% 5.6% 0.0% 1.0% 2.0% 3.0% 4.0% 5.0% 6.0% 7.0% 15 25 35 45 55 65 75 2005 2009 2013 2018 Operating Income & Margin2018 Revenue | $1.3 Billion http://www.polyone.com/Pages/VariationRoot.aspx O V E R V I E W O F R A W M A T E R I A L P U R C H A S E S PolyOne Corporation 45 Performance Additives 15% PVC 11% Pigments 9% Polyethylene 8% Plasticizers 7% Polypropylene 7% TiO2 6% Nylon 5% Styrenic Block Copolymer 5% Other Raw Materials 27% $1.3 billion of raw material purchases in 2018 excluding Distribution business Note: All figures exclude Distribution business T A R G E T E N D M A R K E T S & A P P L I C A T I O N E X A M P L E S PolyOne Corporation 46 Thermally Conductive Technologies Chemical Resistant Technologies Polymer Colorants Elastomeric Grips and Handles Structural Composites Antimicrobial Technologies Anti-Counterfeiting Technologies Target End Markets… Healthcare Catheter Technologies Under-hood Components Target End Markets… Automotive Interior Structural Components Sound & Vibration Management Roof Systems Air Management Electronics and Cameras Lighting Exterior / Interior Trim Braces & Brackets Fasteners Seals & Flaps Target End Markets… Consumer Thermally Conductive Components Polymer Colorants Elastomeric Grips and Handles Structural Composite Components Oxygen Scavenger Technologies Laser Marking Additives Antistatic Technologies UV Light Barrier Technologies Cap & Closure Colorants Process Optimization Technologies Antioxidant Technologies Density Modified Technologies Target End Markets… Packaging Impart weight, sound and metallic finish to caps and closures for cosmetics and spirits applications Elevate quality and prestige perceptions among high-end consumers Eliminate time and cost associated with secondary operations and assembly Luxury Packaging GravitechTM Density Modified Polymers Eliminate costs by increasing pigment density Enhance color performance without altering form and formulation Increase design capabilities by reducing weight and layer thickness Optimize Color Usage OnColorTM Super Concentrates Inhibit microbial growth on polymer surfaces Enhance value or products and devices Highly versatile concentrate with the ability to be incorporated into a wide variety of products Combat Bacteria Formation WithStandTM Antimicrobial Technology Durable, long-lasting products stand up to the most aggressive disinfectants Minimize environmental stress cracking and discoloration One of the broadest medically approved polymer and colorant portfolios Medical Device Housings Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers Color & Design Services Greater control of color development and supply chain Work across entire design process from concept to commercialization Inspire creativity in the use of polymer materials, colors, and effects Innovative brand differentiation Faster development timelines Outdoor Applications Leading provider of high performance specialty materials for the recreational and sports & leisure industry Well positioned across all segments to address market needs Metal to Polymer Conversion Lightweighting Thermal Management Impact Performance ColorMatrix Fiber Colorant Solutions Proprietary advanced liquid color formulations and equipment enable greater efficiency and productivity Eliminates aqueous dyeing and its associated wastewater treatment Solid Color Concentrates Extrusion-spun fibers colored via solid masterbatch Fiber Colorants Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited) (Dollars in millions, except per share data) Senior management uses comparisons of adjusted net income from continuing operations attributable to PolyOne shareholders and diluted adjusted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations attributable to PolyOne shareholders, excluding special items, to assess performance and facilitate comparability of results.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-08/Humotech Robotic Prosthetic Case Study.pdf
This process has traditionally been conducted through trial and error with clinicians, using commercially available prostheses with access only to biased data and knowledge from past patient feedback.