https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-01/Versaflex OM -Diastimeter Cover-Application Snapshot.pdf
POWER TOOL BRAND D I A S T I M E T E R C O V E R • Anti-static properties to enable stable and accurate measurements • Good wear resistance to avoid friction between TPE-made part and the internal metal part • Met anti-static standard surface resistivity 109-1010 Ω/m2which reduced error for circular measurement by 55% and linear measurement by 33% • Provided a formulation with better wear resistance than the previous overmold material • Offered excellent bond adhesion to PC/ABS Versaflex ™ OM Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-03/versaflex-click-and-lock-closure-case-study-one-pager.pdf
HOMEWARE PRODUCTS MANUFACTURER C L I P & L O C K C L O S U R E • Food contact compliance • Good compatibility • Excellent hinging properties • Reduce strain marks • Retain clarity • Provided extensive technical support throughout formulation development • Met exact mechanical properties, provided excellent hinging properties and reduced strain whitening marks • Increased flexibility & lowered temperature flexing properties • Enabled customer to differentiate products & add value for the end consumer Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-09/resound-om-phone-case-case-study-one-pager.pdf
PHONE CASE MANUFACTURER P H O N E C A S E • Formulated TPE with 43% bio-based content plus favorable UV resistance and vibration damping performance compared to standard TPE • Received radiocarbon (C14) international certificate for bio-based content • Provided excellent bonding ability with good aesthetics • Matched design specs with an easily colored material using traditional TPE colorants reSoundTM OM TPEs WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/dynaflex-g-chair-lumbar-support.pdf
Dynaflex G - Chair Lumbar Support LEADING SEATING MANUFACTURER C H A I R L U M B A R S U P P O R T • Superior tensile strength to minimize stretching • Good aesthetics including look, feel and color consistency • Ability to meet aggressive customer timeline • Engaged technical service teams early to review material and application requirements, expediting lead time • Conducted in-person technical support and coaching during mold trials and production in Tijuana, Mexico • Enabled customer to achieve consistent product appearance by determining the ideal let down ratios for the existing color concentrate Dynaflex™ G KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/case-study-one-pager-dynaflex-medical-face-mask.pdf
EUROPEAN MEDICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURER F A C E M A S K V E N T I L A T I O N V A L V E • ISO 9001 and USP VI compliant • Compatible with overmolding onto PP • Translucent and highly colorable • Soft touch • Provided valuable regulatory support and documentation, enabling faster internal trials and material qualification for this customer • Worked together with customer to select the best material from a broad portfolio of medical TPE grades • Trusted as a polymer supplier for multiple healthcare applications Dynaflex™ G2711 Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-08/versaflex-toy-blaster-ammo-case-study-one-pager.pdf
TOY BRAND S O F T F O A M “ A M M O ” • Replace foaming polyurethane • Soft touch without any tacky feeling • Achieve desired speed and power requirements • Consistent and low kinetic energy dissipation performance • High flow ability to improve the production efficiency • Developed a TPE solution with consistent quality that met tight durometer specifications and improved yield • Passed all weight, compression, and dimension tests in different testing conditions in order to prove consistent molding shape and properties • Met velocity requirements to support brand claims for power and speed performance Versaflex™Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-01/Versaflex - Sealing of nebulizer-Application snapshot.pdf
NEBULIZER DEVICE OEM S E A L I N G O F N E B U L I Z E R L I D • Easy-to-mold, excellent durability • Good self-lubrication with low coefficient of friction • Excellent overmolding performance on ABS • Delivered self-lubricating materials which enabled the lid to open easily • Passed durability test with good wear resistance • Provided TPE to support an easy injection molding process Versaflex™ Overmolding TPE KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/Stat-Tech TPE - Powertool Handle - Case Study Snapshot_0.pdf
TOOL MANUFACTURER T O O L H A N D L E S • Electrical resistivity of 100 MΩ, ESD • Hardness of 90 Shore A or higher • Suitable for OM onto PP • White color • Provided a solution with permanent antistatic properties and excellent tear resistance, enhancing durability • Met required hardness range, giving handle excellent grip • Simplified manufacturing process with excellent adherence directly onto PP substrate Stat-Tech™ Thermoplastic Elastomer KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-04/Guitar Picks Case Study Snapshot.pdf
MUSIC ACCESSORIES OEM G U I T A R P I C K S • Achieve colors that provide enhanced visibility in low-light environments • Shorten the product development time to accelerate speed to market • Create a framework of accessibility-focused picks that meet quality and performance standards • Provided onsite exploration using color theory and trend research to develop three color options for use in dimly lit environments or by people with low vision • Expedited the process with rapid color matching, iterations, and approvals, allowing time for additional matches to be explored • Developed specific colors that met all quality standards and offered unique, vibrant, and fun options ColorWorks™ Design Center, Phoenix, AZ KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-11/preperm-4-5g-antenna-component-application-snapshot.pdf
LEADING ANTENNA MANUFACTURER A N T E N N A C O M P O N E N T S • Extremely tight performance tolerance • Dielectric performance of 3 – 7Dk • Ability to utilize existing injection molding machinery • High mold flow index (MFI) • On demand material delivery • Provided technical support throughout the development of multiple, highly technical materials • Formulated high quality materials that aligned with stringent specification, at a cost effective price • Provided order flexibility, allowing customer to order on demand • Collaborated across the supply chain, enabling customer to take a premium solution to market that can reduce maintenance and construction costs for end users Custom PREPERM™ Low-Loss Dielectric Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?