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The Avient portfolio of solutions for the EV market
includes a number of polymer additives and
colorants that can improve the performance and
aesthetics of electric vehicle charging stations.
Custom formulations can also be developed using
Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants & Additives,
combining colors and effects with functionality to
meet specific requirements.
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ADDITIVE TECHNOLOGIES
Flame retardant additives Mitigates fire hazard by reducing flame spread and heat release
Anti-static and conductive additives Controls build-up of static charges to reduce risk of fire and enhance safety
Antimicrobial technology
Reduces bacterial, mold and fungal growth on the surface and through the
thickness of the part
Light spectrum management
Provides UV protection to prevent discoloration or degradation of
mechanical properties for lasting outdoor durability and color fastness
Scratch and mar resistant additives Adds protection to stand up to surface abrasion and wear and tear
COLORANT TECHNOLOGIES
UL 94 colorants
Over 2,000 UL 94-recognized color concentrates, including for
high temperature resins
Special effect colorants Visual enhancements including metallic, granite, or pearlescent appearance
Bio colorants and additives For use in bio-based plastics without compromising performance
TECHNOLOGIES AVAILABLE TO ENHANCE PUBLIC CHARGING STATIONS
Avient supports all of these solutions with a range of world-class services, including:
• Polymer material expertise with a focus on sustainability
• Application development expertise with global design centers
• Regulatory compliance coordination to help mitigate risk
• Reliable field technical services and support
• Leading color trend and design services
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OnColor™ SC Super Concentrate Technologies
Optimize Color Usage and Expand Sustainability
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
OnColor™ SC Super Concentrate color technologies
feature substantially greater active pigment
loadings than traditionally designed color
masterbatches.
You can enhance your color usage
without changing your current process.
VALUE SOLUTION
Why Choose OnColor SC Colorants?
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S U RG I C A L
I N S T RU M E N T O E M
T I B I A L T R I A L S
• Offered in various colors for ease of brand identification
and sizing differentiation
• Able to withstand repeated steam sterilization and
chemical disinfection
• Available in low minimum order quantities (MOQ)
• Delivered a variety of bright, differentiating
color choices
• Maintained excellent mechanical
performance after repeated steam
sterilization and harsh chemical cleaning
• Offered low MOQ with flexible supply
Transcend™ Premier Healthcare Colorants
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-11/Cesa Clean Processing Usage Guide.pdf
GUIDELINES FOR USING CESA CLEAN ADDITIVES
• Cesa Clean works best when molded maintaining normal (injection)
pressure/shear
• For best results, Avient recommends a “Running Color Change”
which eliminates breaks in the molding cycle
• Since the Cesa Clean concentrate will expand, it is recommended
to reduce the shot size by 20%
• It is designed for use at a let-down ratio (LDR) of 3.0% or (33:1); however,
use rate can vary depending on the severity of the contamination but
typically is 2.0–4.0% (a use rate higher than 6.0% may not have any
positive affect on the cleaning performance)
• Using Cesa Clean as a routine part of your color change rotation will
allow faster changes and consume a minimal amount of raw material
- Note: If the manifold is not cleaned routinely, this process may be
more time consuming and additional material will be required
• It is best to process at your normal polymer processing temperatures
- For best performance, stock temperature should be at least 400°F
- If 400°F is achieved during the purging process, no additional
activation will occur during the reprocessing of regrind
- All parts produced during the “Running Purge Cycle” should be
captured as regrind, resulting in a scrap-free color change
- If using sequential gates, open and close all gates at the same time
while purging the tool
- If contamination appears to be coming from one gate, open and
close first, and for an extended period of time, to force more material
through this location
- When cleaning in this manner, pay close attention to shot size
- Parts containing the previous or new color plus any Cesa Clean
can be used as regrind
INTRODUCING CESA CLEAN TO YOUR PROCESS
Hand Blend
• Hand weigh enough of the Cesa Clean and
natural resin mix to equate to 3–5 times the
barrel capacity
• Use rate should be 3.0% or 33:1 for routine
cleaning
• For difficult-to-clean tooling, or tooling which
is not routinely cleaned, start at 4.0% or 25:1
• Note: Do not attempt to vacuum load more than
15 feet from source as stratification/separation
may occur
Volumetric Feeder
• Calibrate feeder to dispense 3.0% or 33:1 for
routine cleaning
• For difficult-to-clean tooling, or tooling which
is not routinely cleaned, start at 4.0% or 25:1
• This style of feeder is highly recommended for
at-the-throat metering of Cesa Clean
Blending Units
Most blenders have an extra bin for an additive
• Fill the additive bin with Cesa Clean
• Set blender to introduce the Cesa Clean at
2.0 to 4.0%
• Note: Do not air convey any further than 15 feet
as Cesa Clean has a high density and may separate
from the mix.
GETTING STARTED
TIMING IS THE KEY TO A RUNNING
COLOR CHANGE
Hand Blend
• Have the purge blend ready to load
• If hopper contains a mixture of resin, color and/
or regrind, it should be run dry or drained before
beginning the color change, keeping the screw
full so press cycle continues
• Run the main resin hopper dry or shut off hopper
to hand feed at the throat
• Once press is clean, slide hopper in place
and proceed with next color-resin blend
• The next color can be added while Cesa Clean is
still in the barrel
• When splay is no longer visible in parts, reset shot
size, parts should be ready to pack
(Single) Volumetric/Gravimetric Metering Unit
at the Throat
• Empty and clean feeder while press continues
to run
• Add Cesa Clean to the feeder color hopper and
calibrate to a 3.0% use rate
• When press is clean, start next color
• When splay is no longer visible in parts, reset shot
size, parts should be ready to pack
• Note: If an open/unused secondary feeder is
installed, use it for the Cesa Clean concentrate
Central Blending Unit
• Thoroughly clean unit while continuing to mold
parts, keeping a resin feed to the press
• Using a clean open hopper or regrind hopper, add
the Cesa Clean concentrate
• Set blender for additive/color to 3.0%
• Once press is clean, drain hopper and/or central
blending unit while continuing to mold parts
• Begin new color and continue to mold parts
• When splay is no longer visible in parts, reset shot
size, parts should be ready to pack
Process Adjustments That Can Help
• Increase back pressure
• Increase screw speed
• Increase injection speed (in some tools maximum
injection speed can facilitate cleaning)
• Reduce mold close time (faster cycle)
• Always remember a stock temperature of 400°F
is essential
When press and tool are clean, return all settings to
standard production process profile.
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Mulch films case study
BIODEGRADABLE &
COMPOSTABLE
M U L C H F I L M S
• Compliance with European Standard EN17033 or OK
Compost
• Black and white color standards available
under different TÜV Austria certifications
(OK Compost and more)
• Full support for end-product certification for
both EN13432 and EN17033
• Formulated with pigments tested and
approved by certified body
OnColor™ Bio-Colorants
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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L E A D I N G H O U S E H O L D
G O O D S M A N U FA C T U R E R
L A U N D R Y D E T E R G E N T
B O T T L E
• Increase post-consumer recycled (PCR) content to help
meet state minimum standards
• Improve color consistency to achieve global brand
harmony and enhance on-shelf presence
• Raised PCR level to 40% of the bottle weight,
meeting sustainability goals and minimum PCR
content regulations
• Reduced thickness of outer bottle layer by 30%
while increasing opacity, and removed colorant
from middle layer
• Delivered improved color consistency
• Offered cost savings with a concentrated solution
• Deployed on-site scale-up support at all converter
locations
OnColor™ Polymer Colorants –
Super Concentrated Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
INCREASED PCR + CONSISTENT COLOR
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C O N T I N U O U S G LU C O S E
M O N I TO R I N G O E M
C G M S Y S T E M M O N I T O R
• Provide color options that work within a limited existing
pigment set
• Offer regulatory support in achieving approval for new
color formulations
• Shorten development time to gain faster approvals and
realize lower costs
• Offered color options that met desired
aesthetics and moods utilizing the approved
pigment set while creating a distinct color
difference from an existing device
• Provided support in achieving regulatory
approvals, resulting in significant cost and
time savings
• Compressed the timeline through on-site
color visualization, exploration, and
formulation of new colors
ColorWorks™ Design Center, Phoenix, AZ
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
COLOR DEVELOPMENT + COMPLIANCE
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OnColor™ Naturals Colorants
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
OnColor™ Naturals is a range of colorants formulated
with natural pigments derived from plants, flowers,
roots and minerals.
Mineral and vegetal pigments can be mixed together
to adjust color tones and match Pantone or other
standard colors.
COLOR POSSIBILITIES
Vegetal pigments can give vivid color tones while
minerals help achieve calmer and earthy hues.
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OnColor™ Brilliant Metallic Colorants
OnColor™ Brilliant Metallic Colorants are highly
reflective colorants that rely on premium coatings
grade special-effect pigments to produce a striking
look for polymer parts.
Available in masterbatch solutions, the color
combining possibilities are virtually endless.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Available in standard metallic finishes
or custom colors
• Premium grade special-effect pigments
• Uniquely formed particles provide an
enhanced metallic effect
• Molded-in color eliminates scratching
or chipping
• Cost effective replacement for painted, plated
or metal parts
MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS
OnColor Brilliant Metallic Colorants add depth
and vibrancy to:
• Packaging, including premium cosmetics
or luxury caps
• Transportation, such as interior or exterior
automotive trim and components
• Consumer goods
• Appliances
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OnColor™ Brilliant Metallic Colorants
OnColor™ Brilliant Metallic Colorants are highly
reflective colorants that rely on premium coatings
grade special-effect pigments to produce a striking
look for polymer parts.
Available in masterbatch solutions, the color
combining possibilities are virtually endless.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Available in standard metallic finishes
or custom colors
• Premium grade special-effect pigments
• Uniquely formed particles provide an
enhanced metallic effect
• Molded-in color eliminates scratching
or chipping
• Cost effective replacement for painted, plated
or metal parts
MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS
OnColor Brilliant Metallic Colorants add depth
and vibrancy to:
• Packaging, including premium cosmetics
or luxury caps
• Transportation, such as interior or exterior
automotive trim and components
• Consumer goods
• Appliances
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