Because of the nearly limitless possibilities and versatility, material engineers and designers have the freedom and creativity to create new material combinations to uniquely serve new applications. Because of their vast versatility, polymer composites are already used in a variety of different industries and applications for new industries continue to be discovered.

Reparability: This concept is relatively new to some industries, and focuses on reducing waste in the circular economy. Developing a design strategy while incorporating sustainability benefits is helpful when creating new products and can support an organization’s environmental commitments. Reparability is a relatively new trend in product development.

Reparability: This concept is relatively new to some industries, and focuses on reducing waste in the circular economy. Developing a design strategy while incorporating sustainability benefits is helpful when creating new products and can support an organization’s environmental commitments. Reparability is a relatively new trend in product development.

Material selection is a crucial step in any new product development project, but that is just the beginning. Software • SolidWorks • Digimat • MoldFlow • Abaqus • Siemens NX Onsite Processing Optimization Support Proper application development continues through commercialization of the new solution. Let us walk you through: Optimizing the LFT Molding Processes • Ensuring proper drying and preparation of the material (review of drying equipment) • Processing guidance for the specific grade (temperature and pressure suggestions) • Primary process development (including runner & gate geometry) • Secondary operation process development • Tooling debugging/optimization, especially if the injection mold is new Troubleshooting • Failure analysis/issue resolution (including pyrolysis/burn-off reviews to study internal fiber structure and length) • Process/mold support to perfect finished goods • Equipment review Training • Polymers fundamentals training • Design guidance for LFT IN-HOUSE PROTOTYPING SUPPORT Our 55,000 square foot Application Development Center is most often leveraged for new program prototyping and R&D trials.

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Sync design with manufacturability: Learn about how Avient Design can help simplify your new product development process

Whether you want your product to have a unique and novel look, or just want it to maintain a like-new impression, there are colorants and additives that can help.

Versaflex™ TF Adhesive Thermoplastic Elastomer solutions for textile fabrics can enable brand owners and OEMs to create a new generation of soft and stretchable, breathable underwear and sports attire that combine superior wearing comfort with outstanding elastic recovery.

New Black Colorants from Avient turn former waste into recyclable packaging

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