Initially launched at the K Show in October 2022, Maxxam™ BIO bio-based polyolefins are formulated with both bio-based resin and/or filler from natural sources such as olive seed powder. They can be based on either prime or bio-based resin. Incorporating a bio-based resin with a natural filler further enhances sustainability and reduces product carbon footprint compared to fossil feedstock alternatives.  

Masterbatches are based on specific resins from several major producers. High-temperature colorants for polyphenylsulfone resin Learn about high-performance thermoplastics that surpass commodity and engineering resins

The resulting custom-formulated materials – both TPEs and thermoplastics – will be based on Oceanworks Guaranteed* base resins. Oceanworks conducts third-party testing through its laboratory partners to confirm resins are contamination free and processing parameters are met. The marketplace offers 100s of ocean and averted plastic resins, textiles, and products from trusted suppliers worldwide.

Avient’s composite tapes combine thermoplastic resins with unidirectional and engineered fibers to create continuous fiber-reinforced composite materials that provide superior strength-to-weight ratio and high performance for reinforcement across a broad range of applications. The breadth of the materials includes Polystrand™ unidirectional tapes made with continuous glass fiber and an expanding variety of resins such as polypropylene (PP), polyethylene (PE), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polyketone (PK), polyamide (PA), and others, and Fiber-Line™ engineered fiber tapes, made using uniquely processed fibers including carbon, glass, and aramid. For example, incorporating post-consumer recycled (PCR) resin into composite materials such as unidirectional tape can significantly reduce the carbon footprint of those composites.  

Omnicolor™ Multipurpose Colorants offered versatile solution across resins and low LDR Omnicolor™ Multipurpose Colorants provided resin compatibility for respiratory accessory parts List with examples of polymer additives and colorants that are suitable for PET resins

Color concentrates formulated in Bormedª resins Mevopur™ Colorants and Functional Additives for Bormed™ Resins - Application Bulletin Learn more about using Bormed resin concentrates in medical devices, diagnostics and pharmaceutical packaging

All Colorant Chromatics Reinforced Formulations are based on ETFE, E-CTFE, FEP, PFA, MFA, THV, PVDF, PEI, PEEK, PES, PSU and PPSU resins.  Learn about high-performance thermoplastics that surpass commodity and engineering resins

Custom formulations are available for a full range of resins to cover all wire and cable applications. Or, you can choose OnColor WC Choice colorants for EVA and PE resins – a cost-effective alternative in standard stock colors for shorter lead times and smaller minimum orders.

Now that resin producers are offering bio-based polyolefins and other polymers pre-tested to healthcare standards, the healthcare industry can start switching to bio-based polymers and bio-based polymer solutions to help reduce the carbon footprint and increase the sustainability of their plastic parts. These color and additive solutions are available as concentrates or ready-to-use pre-colored formulations in bio-based polypropylene, polyethylene, polycarbonate, styrenic resins and ABS.

Post-Consumer Recycled (PCR) Color Prediction Service - a digital service using sophisticated technology to help illustrate the color possibilities or limitations of certain types of PCR for customers, including polyolefins and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) resins. By incorporating such additives early in the recycling process or blending them with virgin resin, the degradation of material can be significantly reduced, ensuring the quality and performance of recycled plastics.