https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Complet LFT - Off-Road Seating Shell.pdf
OFF-ROAD VEHICLE MANUFACTURER U N I F I E D S E A T I N G S H E L L • Consolidate parts to reduce manufacturing costs • Maintain performance while replacing metal seating frame with lightweight composite material • High durability to withstand harsh usage environments • Delivered long glass fiber reinforced thermoplastic solution providing metal-like performance with excellent toughness • Lowered component costs with single-piece injection molded seat shell • Utilized global capabilities to meet manufacturing supply chain needs Complēt™ Long Glass Fiber PA66 Composite KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-03/OnForce -Swimming pool cleaner connector-Case Study Snapshot.pdf
SWIMMING POOL CLEANER OEM C L E A N E R C O N N E C T O R • Durable and will not rust • Dimensional stability • Easy to process • Delivered a corrosion-resistant, long glass fiber-reinforced material with excellent strength and modulus to replace steel • Offered low moisture absorption and good chemical resistance to maintain performance • Responded quickly and provided local technology support on mold design and injection process OnForce Long Glass Fiber Nylon Composite KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-09/sustainabilityreport2018.pdf
FIBER-LINE SWELLCOAT™ WATER BLOCKING YARNS support 5G antennae, data centers, and backbone cable designs to prevent equipment damage and signal attenuation due to water ingression in the cables.
Meanwhile, our purchases of Polystrand and Fiber-Line tout technological expertise that is poised for the next-generation of sustainability demands as well, with thermoplastic composite innovation and materials solutions that enable the build-out of 5G fiber optic cable infrastructure.
These efforts are in line with our commitment to sustainability and provide impact and credibility to our operations around the world.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-09/surround-processing-guide-2020.pdf
These materials utilize long fiber technology and exhibit enhanced shielding effectiveness versus standard short fiber conductive polymers.
Furthermore, Surround formulations offer improved performance in the areas of creep and fatigue resistance, dimensional stability, and surface finish when compared to traditional highly-filled, short fiber formulations.
TEMPERATURE Material Rear °F (°C) Center °F (°C) Front °F (°C) Nozzle °F (°C) Melt °F (°C) Mold °F (°C) Nylon 6,6 14% NiCF 540–570 (280–300) 530–560 (275–290) 530–560 (275–290) 540–570 (280–300) 540–570 (280–300) 200–300 (90–150) Nylon 6,6 30% SS 540–570 (280–300) 530–560 (275–290) 530–560 (275–290) 540–570 (280–300) 540–570 (280–300) 200–300 (90–150) PBT 14% NiCF 510–410 (265–280) 490–540 (255–280) 480–530 (250–275) 480–530 (250–275) 480–530 (250–275) 150–250 (65–120) PC 14% NiCF 540–570 (280–300) 540–570 (280–300) 530–560 (275–290) 530–560 (275–290) 530–560 (275–290) 150–250 (65–120) ABS 14% NiCF 470–520 (240–270) 460–520 (240–270) 460–520 (240–270) 460–530 (240–275) 460–530 (240–275) 100–200 (40–90) PP 14% NiCF 440–480 (225–250) 440–480 (225–250) 430–470 (220–245) 420–460 (215–240) 420–460 (215–240) 125–175 (50–80) DRYING Material Temperature °F (°C) Time Minimum Moisture Maximum Moisture Nylon 6,6 14% NiCF 180 (80) 4–5 hours 0.05% 0.20% Nylon 6,6 30% SS 180 (80) 4–5 hours 0.05% 0.20% PBT 14% NiCF 250 (120) 6-8 hours 0.02% 0.03% PC 14% NiCF 250 (120) 3–4 hours 0.02% 0.02% ABS 14% NiCF 200 (90) 2–4 hours 0.05% 0.10% PP 14% NiCF 180 (80) 2–4 hours 0.20% 0.30% Equipment • Feed throats smaller than 2.5" may cause bridging due to pellet size - Larger feed throats will be more advantageous with long fiber EMI shielding resins • General purpose metering screw is recommended - Mixing/barrier screws are not recommended • L/D ratio - 18:1–20:1 (40% feed, 40% transition, 20% metering) • Low compression ratio - 2:1–3:1 • Deep flights recommended - Metering zone 3.5 mm - Feed zone 7.5 mm • Check ring - Three-piece, free-flowing check ring • General purpose nozzle (large nozzle tips are recommended) - Minimum orifice diameter of 7/32" - Tapered nozzles are not recommended for long fiber EMI shielding resins • Clamp tonnage: - 2.5–5 tons/in2 Gates • Large, free-flow gating recommended - 0.25" x 0.125" land length - 0.5" gate depth Runners • Full round gate design • No sharp corners • Minimum of 0.25" diameter • Hot runners can be used PROCESSING Screw Speed Slower screw speeds are recommended to protect fiber length Back Pressure Lower back pressure is recommended to protect fiber length 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) PROCESS CONSIDERATIONS Recommended – retain fiber length (maximize conductivity) • Low shear process • Low screw speed and screw RPM • Slow Injection speed • Fill to 99–100% on first stage of injection - Reduces potential nesting of fibers at gate location - Improves mechanical performance near gate location - Promotes ideal fiber orientation Resin Rich Surface • Achieved when using a hot mold temperature and longer cure times ≥ Max mold temperature recommendation • Improved surface aesthetic • Reduced surface conductivity • Could reduce attenuation performance in an assembly Fiber Rich Surface • Achieved when using a cold mold temperature and shorter cure times ≤ Minimum mold temperature recommendation • Improved surface aesthetic • Reduced surface conductivity • Could improve attenuation performance in an assembly www.avient.com Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/Complet LFT - Aerospace Seating Component - case study snapshot.pdf
TIER 1 AEROSPACE SUPPLIER S E A T I N G S T R U C T U R A L C O M P O N E N T • Reduce weight to improve fuel economy • Pass FAA flame, smoke, toxicity requirements • Meet structural requirements • Simplify manufacturing process • Lowered weight ~40% versus aluminum while maintaining the strength performance properties • Formulated a PES material to satisfy flame, smoke, toxicity (FST) standards for commercial aircraft • Passed and/or exceeded customer’s impact testing specifications • Provided an injection moldable hybrid glass/carbon fiber solution that enabled lower viscosity and better processability for thin wall parts Complēt™ Long Hybrid (Carbon + Glass) Fiber Reinforced PES Composite KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-03/Complet LFT - Axial Fan Blade - NA case study snapshot.pdf
INDUSTRIAL FAN MANUFACTURER A X I A L F A N B L A D E • Replace aluminium alloy • Reduce thickness and weight of fan blade • Withstand 920 Pa of static pressure, high relative humidity (90-95%), and max temperature of 104ºF • Redesigned the 1600mm blade utilizing 3D modeling and mold flow analysis services from Avient Design • Simulated mechanical load to determine which new design would provide optimal performance • Increased strength using a carbon fiber grade, enabling injection-moldable parts and streamlined production • Reduced blade thickness to 35% of the original and blade weight from 7.71 lbs to 1.76 lbs (77% decrease) • Improved overall efficiency of fan with a thinner, lighter blade that cuts through the air Complēt Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-01/Bergamid Laser Welding Solutions Product Bulletin.pdf
These solutions provide a well-controlled laser transmission rate and weld width, excellent welding strength, and gas tight weld line without weld flash.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Part design freedom • Reduced tooling cost • Controlled laser transmission rate and weld width • Minimum heat affected zone • Gas tight weld line with no weld flash • Multiple color options MARKETS & APPLICATIONS Bergamid Laser Welding Solutions can meet the demanding technical requirements of laser welding for a range of markets & applications, including: • Automotive • Medical Devices • Consumer Goods • Houseware Applications PRODUCT BULLETIN www.avient.com Copyright © 2022, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/maxxam-fr-case-study.pdf
After delivering polypropylene-based samples from the Maxxam™ FR line for immediate trial, the Avient team also worked with the manufacturer to help them determine the best pair combination design.
Upon achieving full-scale production, the manufacturer was also able to reach line speeds of over 1,000 fpm at thicknesses of 10 mil or below, while reducing material costs by 33%.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-04/CCG PVDF Process Aid Product Bulletin.pdf
Colorant Chromatics™ PVDF Processing Aids KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Provides lubricity to reduce or eradicate die build-up or die drool during processing • Optimizes coefficient of friction (COF) and helps control extrusion pressure • Prevents melt fracture (also known as sharkskin) resulting in a smoother surface finish • Minimizes defects for improved final part quality • Improves extrusion line speed to boost production efficiency and reduce total energy requirements MARKETS & APPLICATIONS Colorant Chromatics™ PVDF Processing Aids are suitable for PVDF manufacturing in applications such as: • Wire & cable • Tube or pipe extrusion • Cable jacketing • Filaments, including fishing line PRODUCT BULLETIN 1.844.4AVIENT www.avient.com Copyright © 2025, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Maxxam BIO Bio-Based Polyolefin Formulations Product Bulletin.pdf
Maxxam™ BIO Bio-Based Polyolefin Formulations Maxxam™ BIO polyolefins are formulated with bio-based polyolefin resin and/or 10–50% natural filler from renewable plant sources, including olive seed based powder and cellulose fiber.
To satisfy required performance characteristics they can be filled and reinforced with glass fiber, minerals, impact modifiers, colorants and stabilizer systems.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS Formulated with bio-based resin and/or 10–50% filler from renewable plant sources, Maxxam BIO formulations: • Reduce product carbon footprint • Achieve equivalent performance to standard polyolefin formulations • Provide good stiffness, durability, impact resistance and UV stability • Deliver good surface finish and are easy to color • Enable customized performance characteristics depending on application need • Offer food contact compliance MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS Maxxam BIO formulations are suitable for use across many industries and applications where traditional polyolefin materials are used, including: • Transportation Interior Applications - Decorative profiles, trunk side liners, pillars, T-cup • Industrial - Structural parts, furniture • Consumer - Household goods, personal care items, packaging, office supplies, food contact applications • Electrical and Electronic – Housings, buttons, junction boxes SUSTAINABILITY BENEFITS • Formulated with bio-based resin and/or 10–50% natural filler • Utilize natural filler from renewable plant sources including olive seed based powder and cellulose fiber • Offer a lower product carbon footprint compared to traditional petroleum-based feedstock • Can be recycled at end of life PRODUCT BULLETIN CHARACTERISTICS UNITS Maxxam BIO MX5200-5036 Natural FD Maxxam BIO MX5200-5030 Natural FD Maxxam BIO MX5200-5030 Natural FD X1 Maxxam BIO MX5200-5001 RS HS Natural Maxxam BIO MX5200-5033 RS HS Natural Maxxam BIO MX5200-5034 RS HS Natural Maxxam BIO MX5200-5035 RS HS Natural Filler/Reinforcement Unfilled Unfilled Unfilled 30% Glass Fiber 10% Mineral 20% Mineral 30% Mineral Density (ISO 1183) g/cm 0.90 0.90 0.90 1.12 0.96 1.03 1.12 Tensile Modulus (ISO 527-1) @ 23°C MPa 1500 1000 1000 6400 1350 1650 2100 Tensile Stress (ISO 527-2) @ 23°C MPa 27.0 20.0 20.0 75.0 13.0 14.0 15.0 Tensile Strain at Break (ISO 527-2) @ 23°C % 5 50 50 3.0 50 37 18 Charpy Notched (ISO 179) kJ/m 5 20 25 10 12 10 10 CHARACTERISTICS UNITS Maxxam BIO MX5200-5023 RS HS HI Natural 70 Maxxam BIO MX5200-5025 RS HS Natural 70 Maxxam BIO MX5200-5004 RS HS Natural 70 Maxxam BIO MX5200-5003 RS Natural 70 Maxxam BIO MX5200-5009 RS HS Natural 70 Maxxam BIO MX5200-5024 RS HS Natural 70 Maxxam BIO MX5200-5022 RS HS Natural 70 Filler/Reinforcement 15% Olive Seed Based 25% Olive Seed Based 30% Olive Seed Based/ 10% Mineral 35% Olive Seed Based/ 5% Mineral 15% Olive Seed Based/ 17% Glass Fiber/ Mineral 20% Olive Seed Based/ 20% Glass/ Mineral 10% Olive Seed Based/ 20% Mineral Density (ISO 1183) g/ccm 1.00 1.15 1.10 1.07 1.09 1.25 1.10 Tensile Modulus (ISO 527-1) @ 23°C MPa 1750 2000 2700 2500 3800 3500 4100 Tensile Stress at Break (ISO 527-2) @ 23°C MPa 21.0 20.0 30.0 20.0 40.0 35.0 42.0 Tensile Strain at Break (ISO 527-2) @ 23°C % 24 5 3 5 3 4 2 Notched Izod (ISO 180) kJ/m 15 7 3 2 5 15 7 MAXXAM BIO POLYOLEFINS – BIO-BASED RESIN – TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE MAXXAM BIO POLYOLEFINS – OLIVE SEED BASED FILLER – TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS UNITS Maxxam BIO MX5200-5029 NF HI UV Black X1 Maxxam BIO MX5200-5032 NFS UV Natural Maxxam BIO MX5200-5020 NF/NFS UV Natural X1 Maxxam BIO MX5200-5016 NF Natural Filler/Reinforcement 10% Cellulose Fiber 20% Cellulose Fiber 30% Cellulose Fiber 40% Cellulose Fiber Density (ISO 1183) g/ccm 0.95 1.00 1.02 1.07 Tensile Modulus ISO 527-1) @ 23°C MPa 1550 1750 2640 3600 Tensile Stress at Break (ISO 527-2) @ 23°C MPa 33 30 48 55 Tensile Strain at Break (ISO 527-2) @ 23°C % 8 12 9 4 Charpy Notched Impact Strength (ISO 179/1eA) kJ/m2 5 6 5 5 Charpy Unnotched Impact Strength (ISO 179/1eU) kJ/m2 33 49 38 30 MAXXAM BIO POLYOLEFINS – CELLULOSE FIBER FILLER – TECHNICAL PERFORMANCE Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.