https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/guidelines-coloring-dynaflex-and-kraton-tpes
The addition of polypropylene concentrates may make the TPE flow a bit easier in the mold.
In all cases the use of color concentrates will need to be fully tested and qualified in the actual application.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-launches-t-v-rheinland-certified-carbon-calculator-scope-3-emission-goals
Avient's PCF Calculator adheres to the globally recognized ISO 14067:2018 standard for calculating Product Carbon Footprint and has obtained additional third-party certification through TÜV Rheinland for ISO 14067 compliance.
Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™, enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports
https://www.avient.com/news/dyneema-showcase-latest-law-enforcement-and-defense-armor-material-innovations-enforce-tac-2025-european-made-material-solutions-enable-lightweight-ballistic-protection
Applications that incorporate Dyneema® ballistic material, such as ballistic helmets, soft armor vests, hard armor plates/inserts, and armor for vehicle and platform protection, can help provide defense against both legacy and emerging threats.
Our expanding portfolio of offerings includes colorants, advanced composites, functional additives, engineered materials, and Dyneema®, the world’s strongest fiber™.
https://www.avient.com/news/new-lsfoh-formulation-avient-helps-prevent-environmental-stress-cracking-armored-cables
POMMERLOCH, Luxembourg – December 11, 2023 – Avient Corporation, a premier provider of specialized and sustainable material solutions and services, today announced the addition of a new grade to its ECCOH™ Low Smoke and Fume Non-Halogen Formulations portfolio.
Dyneema®, the world's strongest fiber™, which enables unmatched levels of performance and protection for end-use applications, including ballistic personal protection, marine and sustainable infrastructure and outdoor sports
https://www.avient.com/investor-center/news/avient-highlights-sustainable-solutions-enable-post-consumer-recycled-pcr-content-packaging
Rejoin™ PCR Masterbatch colorants for polyolefin packaging applications, launched earlier this year, are made with post-consumer recycled (PCR) polyolefin as a carrier resin.
ColorMatrix™ rePrize™ IV Builder is a patented, liquid additive for the manufacture of rPET that increases the quality and performance of the recycled material, while reducing the energy needed to produce it.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/guidelines-coloring-dynaflex-and-kraton-tpes?rtype[]=1164
The addition of polypropylene concentrates may make the TPE flow a bit easier in the mold.
In all cases the use of color concentrates will need to be fully tested and qualified in the actual application.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/hit-comfort-zone-soft-touch-grips?ind[]=6596
In addition to their use in standalone applications, TPEs can be overmolded onto a rigid plastic grip in an injection molding process to create a distinctive, cushioned feel without compromising the stiffness and strength of the underlying structure.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-11/Polystrand R Recycled Polyester Composite Tape and Laminates Product Bulletin.pdf
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KEY
CHARACTERISTICS
GRADE
NAME
AREAL
WEIGHT
lb/ft2
NOMINAL
THICKNESS
in
TENSILE
MODULUS
ksi
FLEXURAL
STRENGTH
ksi
COMMENTS
> 95% PCR*
recycled
PET resin,
58% glass fiber
Polystrand™ R
5840B 0.0903 0.09 4400 ~80
Equivalent to
standard PETG,
APET; Black
* Resin source is 100% Post Consumer Recycled (PCR) content, but overall recycled content may vary based on color, additives, etc.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-03/OnColor Combination MIC Color - Lower Bumper - Application Snapshot.pdf
Microsoft PowerPoint - OnColor Combination MIC Color - Lower Bumper - Application Snapshot
AUTOMOTIVE OEM
L O W E R E X T E R I O R B U M P E R
• Develop a new color for molded-in-color plastics
• Create ‘Wow’ effect without chroming or paint
• Provide metallic aspect with good UV resistance for
exterior part
• Developed new “gris megalithe” color for PP
(AS1) utilizing Avient Design center
• Produced master plaques to showcase new color
• Accelerated testing to certify outstanding
weathering resistance
• Collaborated across the supply chain to optimize
metallic effect in the final part
Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants &
Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-01/Hydrocerol Chemical Foaming Agents for Injection Molding Technical Bulletin.pdf
The
portfolio consists of formulations which have
specifically been developed for a broad range of
applications.
ADDITION LEVELS OF FOAMING AGENTS
Both the foaming agent and the thermoplastic resins
are metered into the injection molding machine.
It is the responsiblity of the
manfuacturer to determine the appropriate processes
and additives in the manufacture of its products.