https://www.avient.com/resource-center/knowledge-base/article/rise-above-four-common-lightweighting-mistakes
Think function, not just weight: Don’t miss the opportunity to improve the function or manufacture of the part – use plastics’ inherent design freedom to tackle problems other than just weight.
Improve manufacturing efficiency
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/oncolor-ul-94-colorants
At the same time, manufacturers also need to consider product safety and regulatory compliance.
Cesa™ Laser Additives allow manufacturers to optimize the use of laser technology to create markings or assemble plastic parts.
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https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/high-performance-synthetic-fibers/carbon-fiber
Today, there are several types and manufacturers of carbon fiber tows, which has broadened the materials usage to a vast number of applications and markets.
Manufacturers
Hexcel™
Various Suppliers
https://www.avient.com/company/sustainability/sustainability-report/preserving-planet/water-stewardship-biodiversity
Unlike other industrial sectors, our processes are inherently less water-intensive, with normal manufacturing procedures being predominantly “dry.”
While we have collected water data from our manufacturing facilities since 2012, increased water data accuracy allows us to better understand our water sources, withdrawal rates, and discharges.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-launches-natural-fiber-reinforced-solutions-brilliant-colors
While the automotive industry has responded well to reSound NF, which was introduced earlier this year, we have seen significant interest in these strong, lightweight solutions from manufacturers in consumer and other industries,” said Holger Kronimus, VP Europe and general manager, PolyOne Specialty Engineered Materials.
In addition to these creative hues, reSound NF is now available in formulations that have been tested and proven for profile extrusion, expanding its use to potential extrusion applications in building and construction, sports and leisure, and furniture manufacturing.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-introduces-versaflex-tf-adhesive-tpes-textile-fabrics
With the new Versaflex TF Adhesive TPEs, manufacturers can create close-fitting bodywear textiles that offer consumers a more comfortable exercise experience.
They are currently manufactured in Asia and are commercially available globally.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-showcases-performance-plastics-signs-isa-sign-expo
We have a history of successfully collaborating with sign manufacturers on material selection that brings their designs to life, and we’re thrilled to exhibit at ISA,” said Kendall Justiniano, business director – Visual Plastics, Designed Structures and Solutions at PolyOne.
UltraTuf™ SG Copolyester Sheet – manufactured with Eastman Tritan™ copolyester, this strong and versatile material has excellent formability at low temperatures, allowing thermoforming even after decoration
https://www.avient.com/news/bow-stern-new-hammerhead-marine-composite-panels-polyone-remove-weight-streamline-production
With a weight savings of more than 50% versus plywood, these continuous-fiber reinforced thermoplastic sandwich panels offer boat manufacturers a lighter, more efficient alternative to traditional marine construction materials.
Photo Caption: Hammerhead™ Marine Composite Panels from PolyOne offer boat manufacturers a lighter weight, more efficient alternative to traditional marine construction materials.
https://www.avient.com/news/packaging-dazzles-your-consumer-polyone-introduces-impress-color-concentrates-high-gloss-metallic-effect
This new technology enables packaging manufacturers to create unlimited combinations of color and gloss for packaging with a brilliant, attention-grabbing appearance.
With new Impress color concentrates, packaging manufacturers now have an outstanding option for winning consumer attention at the point-of-sale and can vary the amount of colorant and package wall thickness to create endless possibilities.