Breakthrough technologies that minimize wastewater and improve the recyclability of materials and packaging across a spectrum of end uses

Breakthrough technologies that minimize wastewater and improve the recyclability of materials and packaging across a spectrum of end uses

As a final benefit, the TPE formulations produced a regrind that resulted in new recycling options that were previously unavailable with the use of thermoset silicone rubber.

Achieved new sustainability goals: Production scrap from the injection molding process can be fully recycled as part of an in-line process, which helped the company meet its sustainability goals.

The thermoplastic polymer base resin used also enables recyclability to support the company’s sustainability goals.

TIER 1 SUPPLIER S E A T B U C K L E S Y S T E M • Rapid development of 3 colors for global OEM platform, for 3 materials (POM, SAN, PP) • Help Tier 1 transition from printing to laser marking of buckles • Develop formulation that offers laser marking solution plus color • Quick reaction to develop three colors for this global vehicle launch • Smartbatch™ color + laser marking formulation met requirements for critical safety components Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants & Additives KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Through our design expertise and material science, we help our customers reduce material usage, enable recycle solutions, improve physical performance and reuse potential of recycled materials. The demonstration plant mimics real world recycling in a research environment. It is estimated that 9% of the world’s plastic is recycled by end users.

PP BLUE FILTER HMS RECYCLE BLUE PP FR 8-6 LMS-1000

AU TO M O T I V E M I R R O R & C A M E R A M A N U FA C T U R E R C A B L E G R O M M E T • Electrically conductive

I TA L I A N M O L D E R & PA RT P RO D U C E R L U X U R Y T O O T H B R U S H B A S E • Density 4.0 SG • Low water absorption • Good mechanical performance • Chemical resistance to toothpaste and cleaning products • Worked in close collaboration with customer to fully understand material requirements • Provided an alternative to metal with the processing and recyclability benefits of a polymer • Enabled customer to launch innovative new product into the market winning Red Dot Design Award Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?