Formulated using select metallic fillers and engineered thermoplastic resins, these solutions offer densities similar to traditional metals while also providing design and processing flexibility because it can be extruded, molded, calendered or thermoformed into the final desired shape. Gravi-Tech™ polymer-metal composites are high density materials developed as thermoplastic-based alternatives to lead and other traditional metals

Key factors contributing to the fine cell structure are the particle size of the blowing agent, the dispersing capability of the molding machine, the decomposition rate of the foaming agent, the melt viscosity and the molecular structure of the thermoplastic resin itself. ADDITION LEVELS OF FOAMING AGENTS Both the foaming agent and the thermoplastic resins are metered into the injection molding machine. Compared to conventional thermoplastic foam injection molding (TFIM) without mold expansion, CBE creates a lower-density foam with an increased stiffness-to-weight ratio.

Our high fiber volume, glass-reinforced thermoplastic panels and continuous resin transfer molding (CRTM) thermoset sandwich panels can streamline production and reduce system costs by eliminating assembly steps such as welding, drilling, bolting and riveting. TYPICAL SANDWICH PANEL PROPERTIES SPECIMEN TYPICAL SKIN THICKNESS (in) TYPICAL WEIGHT (lb/ft2) TYPICAL PANEL THICKNESS (in) TYPICAL FLEXURAL FAILURE LOAD* (lbf) Glass/Thermoplastic Skinned, 0.05 0.75–0.85 1.0–1.5 135–195 Glass/Thermoset Skinned, 0.05 1.0–1.2 0.5 120–150 Glass/Thermoset Skinned, 0.06 1.6–1.7 1.0–1.5 340–395 Glass/Thermoset Skinned, Balsa Core 0.12 1.2–1.4 0.50–0.75 850–1500 Glass/Thermoset Skinned, Balsa Core 0.09 3.0 2.25 3000

Versaflex™ HC thermoplastic elastomers can enhance ergonomics in medical devices by adding a soft touch and improved grip. Versaflex HC grades provide: • Resistance to common disinfectants • Excellent bonding to Trilliant HC materials and other engineering thermoplastics • Customization to achieve desired haptics and color branding A BINDING CONNECTION With Avient, you can redesign your medical enclosure substrate and improve the ergonomics, comfort and ease of use with overmolded TPEs.

THE CHALLENGE The automotive industry is increasingly turning to engineered thermoplastics to replace metal parts, thereby achieving benefits of lower weight for greater fuel efficiency, increased design freedom to incorporate larger numbers of sophisticated components, and lower costs from elimination of secondary fabrication steps. HellermannTyton designers believed that engineered thermoplastics were the answer.

There’s a way to achieve both form and function by adding a soft-touch, thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) grip. SOFT-TOUCH GRIPS FOR A COMPETITIVE EDGE Infuse quality, comfort & high-end aesthetics into your designs with GLSTM Thermoplastic Elastomers by Avient.

Traditionally, carbon fiber tows were used in thermoset composite applications but are being incorporated into thermoplastics more and more.

History PET is the most common thermoplastic polymer in the polyester family.

In 2014 he was again promoted to serve as general manager of Engineered Materials Asia, and later added the company's regional thermoplastic elastomer business to his responsibilities.

CLEVELAND – July 10, 2023 – Today, Avient Corporation announced the availability of its newest bio-derived healthcare solution, Versaflex™ HC BIO thermoplastic elastomer (TPE).