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MAJOR TIER 1
SUPPLIER
C O N N E C T O R C O V E R
• EMI-shielding performance at frequencies from 30 MHz up
to 2 GHz
• Excellent dimensional stability
• Must meet robust mechanical property targets including
tensile strength and elongation at break
• Worked in close collaboration with the OEM from
the start of the development process in order to
fully understand their key requirements
• Developed a customized material providing the
required EMI-shielding performance which,
removing the need for secondary metallization
manufacturing processes, reduced cycle time
Surround™ NN- 14 NICF SIP Black
Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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ELAUSA
ELECTRONICS
V E H I C L E L I G H T H E A T S I N K
• Replace aluminium to reduce part cost and weight
• Maintain similar thermal transition to current material
• Simplify manufacturing
• Reduced part weight from 38g to 9g
• Provided the required thermal efficiency through
part re-design and material choice
• Enabled upfront simulation data through Avient
Design reducing risk of metal replacement
• Simplified manufacture process to a single
injection molding step
Therma-Tech™ Thermally Conductive
Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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KUNSTSTOFF
SCHWANDEN
E L E C T R I C V E H I C L E P A R T
• Replace aluminum to reduce part weight and overall
weight of the electric vehicle
• Secure supply of high volume of material
• Flexible delivery
• Cost competitive
• Enabled OEM to replace metal and reduce part
weight
• Provided excellent customer service, sending
samples and technical data promptly
• Supported customer with processing queries
• Secured material supply and flexible delivery –
delivering on a specific date each month
Maxxam™ Polyolefin Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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AIRGUN BULLET
MANUFACTURER
B U L L E T C A S I N G
• Reduce weight by replacing metal
• Gunpowder free
• Less shooting energy from 100 Joules to 20 Joules
• Delivered a high-impact nylon formulation
with equal performance and 80% less weight
• Enabled improved shooting accuracy due to
the stable coefficient of friction(COF)
• Provided fast technical response and mold
trial support
Bergamid™ Polymer Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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LEADING
ARCHERY OEM
C A M M O D U L E
• Ability to pass fatigue testing of 100,000 cycles
• Maintain low vibration performance
• Replace metal to reduce weight
• Meet short lead time and budget constraints
• Provided design guidance and mold flow
analysis, saving the customer $800 -
$1,500 compared to outsourcing the
analysis
• Streamlined the development process
using an existing, specialty product to
meet key performance needs as well as
budget and timeline constraints, enabling
the customer to launch in time for a
leading industry tradeshow
Nymax™ PIR Nylon Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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WHEELCHAIR OEM
C A S T E R W H E E L
• Composite to replace a traditional aluminum caster
• Lightweight, strong material that can withstand the rigor of
daily use
• Corrosion-resistant solution to reduce cost and frequency
of maintenance
• Formulated two materials that chemically
bond seamlessly to minimize slip
• Reduced weight by 33% (280g), supporting
improved user maneuverability
• Offered an injection-moldable alternative to
metal that led to a more functional design
and reduced vibration
Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber Nylon 6/6 and
TPU Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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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/m2 which 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?
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2015 Revenue: $0.7 Billion
At a Glance: Performance Products & Solutions
2015 Revenue by Industry Expanding Profits
5.5%
6.9%
3.8%
3.6%
5.5%
4.3%
6.3%
7.2% 7.7%
8.3%
12-14%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
YTD
2020
Operating Income % of Sales
Platinum
Vision
11.6%
B & C
31%
Transportation
19%
W & C
16%
Industrial
13% Appliances 7%
Consumer
5%
Packaging
5%
E & E
3%
Healthcare
1%
United
States
79%
Canada
14%
Latin
America
5%
Asia
2%
Key Applications
POLYONE CORPORATION 26
2015 Revenue: $1.0 Billion
At a Glance: Distribution
Key Suppliers
ROIC Expanding Profits
2.6%
3.0%
3.5%
4.0%
4.6%
5.6%
6.4%
5.9% 6.1%
6.6%
6.5-7.5%
6.6%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
YTD
2020
Operating Income % of Sales
Platinum
Vision
15%
53%
2006 3Q 2016
Transportation
24%
Healthcare
23%
Industrial
16%
Consumer
13%
E & E
6%
Appliances
6%
W & C
4%
Packaging
4%
B & C
4%
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Application Examples
POLYONE CORPORATION 28
Luxury Packaging
with Gravitech Density Modified Polymers
Impart weight, sound and
metallic finish to caps and
closures for cosmetics and
spirits applications
Elevate quality and prestige
perceptions among high-end
consumers
Eliminate time and cost
associated with secondary
operations and assembly
POLYONE CORPORATION 29
Medical Device Housings
with Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
Durable, long-lasting
products stand up to the
most aggressive disinfectants
Minimize environmental
stress cracking and
discoloration
One of the broadest
medically approved polymer
and colorant portfolios
POLYONE CORPORATION 30
Printed Circuit Boards
with Thermally Conductive Polymers
Replaces metal by etching
circuit designs into thermally
conductive plastic
Maintains heat transfer and
cooling capabilities of metals
Reduces both weight and cost
Increases the lifetime and
reliability of electronic systems
POLYONE CORPORATION 31
Color & Design Services
Greater control of color development
and supply chain
Work across entire design process
from concept to commercialization
Inspire creativity in the use of
polymer materials, colors
and effects
Innovative brand differentiation
Faster development timelines
POLYONE CORPORATION 32
Outdoor Applications
Leading provider of high performance
specialty materials for the recreational
and sports & leisure industry
Well positioned across all segments to
address market needs
Metal to Polymer Conversion
Lightweighting
Thermal Management
Impact Performance
Source: Outdoor Industry Association
POLYONE CORPORATION 33
Fiber Colorants
Solutions for clothing, apparel, footwear, automotive & sporting goods
ColorMatrix Fiber Colorant Solutions
Proprietary advanced liquid color
formulations and equipment enable
greater efficiency and productivity
Eliminates aqueous dyeing and its
associated wastewater treatment
Solid Color Concentrates
Extrusion-spun fibers colored via
solid masterbatch
POLYONE CORPORATION 34
Improve performance and reduce
cost through light-weighting,
reduced waste, faster cycle times
and extended shelf life
Aligned with megatrend of facing
climate and resource challenges:
Sustainability benefits include
lower package weight and
improved recyclability of
package at end of use
Shelf-life
extension
Greater product
consistency
Recyclability and
reduced carbon
footprint
Color and Special
Effects
Weight reduction
Enhanced product
aesthetics
High heat
resistance
Preservative Technology
POLYONE CORPORATION 35
Metal Replacement Solutions
Replaces metal in LED lighting
Extends LED durability and life
span eliminating hot spots
Greater design flexibility with
fewer parts
Weight reduction
Simplifies manufacturing and
lowers total production cost
POLYONE CORPORATION 36
High-Barrier Packaging Containers
Capability to extrude up to 13
layers
Strong oxygen and moisture vapor
transmission protection
Can be made symmetrical or
asymmetrical to meet customized
needs of broad variety of
applications
Barrier protection and superior
sensory properties
1
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)
(Dollars in millions, except per share data)
Below is a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable measures calculated and presented in accordance with U.S.
Segment Highlights
At a Glance: Color, Additives & Inks
At a Glance: Specialty Engineered Materials
At a Glance: Designed Structures & Solutions
At a Glance: Performance Products & Solutions
At a Glance: Distribution
Application Examples
Luxury Packaging�with Gravitech Density Modified Polymers
Medical Device Housings�with Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
Printed Circuit Boards�with Thermally Conductive Polymers
Color & Design Services
Outdoor Applications
Fiber Colorants�Solutions for clothing, apparel, footwear, automotive & sporting goods
Slide Number 34
Metal Replacement Solutions
High-Barrier Packaging Containers
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POLYONE CORPORATION 25
2015 Revenue: $0.7 Billion
At a Glance: Performance Products & Solutions
2015 Revenue by Industry Expanding Profits
5.5%
6.9%
3.8%
3.6%
5.5%
4.3%
6.3%
7.2% 7.7%
8.3%
12-14%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
YTD
2020
Operating Income % of Sales
Platinum
Vision
11.6%
B & C
31%
Transportation
19%
W & C
16%
Industrial
13% Appliances 7%
Consumer
5%
Packaging
5%
E & E
3%
Healthcare
1%
United
States
79%
Canada
14%
Latin
America
5%
Asia
2%
Key Applications
POLYONE CORPORATION 26
2015 Revenue: $1.0 Billion
At a Glance: Distribution
Key Suppliers
ROIC Expanding Profits
2.6%
3.0%
3.5%
4.0%
4.6%
5.6%
6.4%
5.9% 6.1%
6.6%
6.5-7.5%
6.6%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
YTD
2020
Operating Income % of Sales
Platinum
Vision
15%
53%
2006 3Q 2016
Transportation
24%
Healthcare
23%
Industrial
16%
Consumer
13%
E & E
6%
Appliances
6%
W & C
4%
Packaging
4%
B & C
4%
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Application Examples
POLYONE CORPORATION 28
Luxury Packaging
with Gravitech Density Modified Polymers
Impart weight, sound and
metallic finish to caps and
closures for cosmetics and
spirits applications
Elevate quality and prestige
perceptions among high-end
consumers
Eliminate time and cost
associated with secondary
operations and assembly
POLYONE CORPORATION 29
Medical Device Housings
with Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
Durable, long-lasting
products stand up to the
most aggressive disinfectants
Minimize environmental
stress cracking and
discoloration
One of the broadest
medically approved polymer
and colorant portfolios
POLYONE CORPORATION 30
Printed Circuit Boards
with Thermally Conductive Polymers
Replaces metal by etching
circuit designs into thermally
conductive plastic
Maintains heat transfer and
cooling capabilities of metals
Reduces both weight and cost
Increases the lifetime and
reliability of electronic systems
POLYONE CORPORATION 31
Color & Design Services
Greater control of color development
and supply chain
Work across entire design process
from concept to commercialization
Inspire creativity in the use of
polymer materials, colors
and effects
Innovative brand differentiation
Faster development timelines
POLYONE CORPORATION 32
Outdoor Applications
Leading provider of high performance
specialty materials for the recreational
and sports & leisure industry
Well positioned across all segments to
address market needs
Metal to Polymer Conversion
Lightweighting
Thermal Management
Impact Performance
Source: Outdoor Industry Association
POLYONE CORPORATION 33
Fiber Colorants
Solutions for clothing, apparel, footwear, automotive & sporting goods
ColorMatrix Fiber Colorant Solutions
Proprietary advanced liquid color
formulations and equipment enable
greater efficiency and productivity
Eliminates aqueous dyeing and its
associated wastewater treatment
Solid Color Concentrates
Extrusion-spun fibers colored via
solid masterbatch
POLYONE CORPORATION 34
Improve performance and reduce
cost through light-weighting,
reduced waste, faster cycle times
and extended shelf life
Aligned with megatrend of facing
climate and resource challenges:
Sustainability benefits include
lower package weight and
improved recyclability of
package at end of use
Shelf-life
extension
Greater product
consistency
Recyclability and
reduced carbon
footprint
Color and Special
Effects
Weight reduction
Enhanced product
aesthetics
High heat
resistance
Preservative Technology
POLYONE CORPORATION 35
Metal Replacement Solutions
Replaces metal in LED lighting
Extends LED durability and life
span eliminating hot spots
Greater design flexibility with
fewer parts
Weight reduction
Simplifies manufacturing and
lowers total production cost
POLYONE CORPORATION 36
High-Barrier Packaging Containers
Capability to extrude up to 13
layers
Strong oxygen and moisture vapor
transmission protection
Can be made symmetrical or
asymmetrical to meet customized
needs of broad variety of
applications
Barrier protection and superior
sensory properties
1
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)
(Dollars in millions, except per share data)
Below is a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable measures calculated and presented in accordance with U.S.
Segment Highlights
At a Glance: Color, Additives & Inks
At a Glance: Specialty Engineered Materials
At a Glance: Designed Structures & Solutions
At a Glance: Performance Products & Solutions
At a Glance: Distribution
Application Examples
Luxury Packaging�with Gravitech Density Modified Polymers
Medical Device Housings�with Chemically Resistant Engineered Polymers
Printed Circuit Boards�with Thermally Conductive Polymers
Color & Design Services
Outdoor Applications
Fiber Colorants�Solutions for clothing, apparel, footwear, automotive & sporting goods
Slide Number 34
Metal Replacement Solutions
High-Barrier Packaging Containers