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POLYSTRAND™
THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITE PANELS
APPLICATION & INSTALLATION GUIDE
PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION
FEATURE BENEFIT
Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio Lightweight yet strong structural
performance and increased payloads
Resistance to UV light, chemicals,
moisture degradation and rot Withstands harsh conditions
Tough and impact resistant Durability and long product life
Dimensionally stable Consistent performance in extreme
temperature and humidity fluctuations
Strong adhesive properties Easy bonding to various materials
FEATURE BENEFIT
Ready-to-install Fewer parts & reduced scrap
Large format Improved aesthetics with
seamless designs
Made via continuous-fiber
manufacturing process Consistent quality in every panel
PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES
MANUFACTURING ADVANTAGES
Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composite
Panels are engineered to provide
simplified installation, long-lasting
components, and overall cost reduction.
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Solutions that
Support the
Circular Economy
REDUCED ENERGY USE
CESA™ Dry Additives
CESA™ Release Additives
OnCap™ CTR Process Optimization
ColorMatrix™ Joule™ & Smartheat™ Infrared Absorber
Specialty Low Cure Inks
SiteCool™ Infrared Absorption Technologies
BIO-DERIVED CONTENT
reSound™ OM Bio-Derived Thermoplastic Elastomers
reFlex™ Bio-Derived Plasticizer
OnCap™ Bio Additives
OnColor™ Bio Colorants
reSound™ Natural Fiber Reinforced Formulations
LIGHTWEIGHTING
Glasforms™ Pultrusion Technologies
Polystrand™ Continuous Fiber Composites
IMPROVED RECYCABILITY
CESA™ IR Black Additives
CESA™ Extend Additives
ColorMatrix™ Lactra™ SX Light Blocking Additive for PET
ColorMatrix™ Ultimate™ UV Light Barrier
ColorMatrix™ Capture™ Oxygen Scavenger for PET
ColorMatrix™ Triple A™ Acetaldehyde Scavenging Additives
ColorMatrix™ Reprize™ IV Builder for PET
OnColor™ IR Sortable Black for Recyclable Packaging
Bergadur™ Post-Industrial Recycled Content Polyester
Formulations
Nymax™ PIR Post-Industrial Recycled Nylon Formulations
Maxxam™ FR Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulations
Predictions
Gartner predicts circular economies will replace linear economies in 10 years,
noting that supply chain leaders must adapt to circular models in order to
keep up in a marketplace with a growing emphasis on sustainability.
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HAMMERHEAD™
MARINE COMPOSITE PANELS
APPLICATION & INSTALLATION GUIDE
PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION
FEATURE BENEFIT
Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio
Lightweight yet strong structural
performance and increased payloads
Resistance to UV light, chemicals,
moisture degradation and rot
Resistance to harsh marine conditions
Tough and impact resistant Durability and long product life
Dimensionally stable
Consistent performance in extreme
temperature and humidity fluctuations
Strong adhesive properties Easy bonding to various materials
FEATURE BENEFIT
Ready-to-install Fewer parts & reduced scrap
Large format
Improved aesthetics with
seamless designs
Made via continuous-fiber
manufacturing process
Consistent quality in every panel
PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES
MANUFACTURING ADVANTAGES
Hammerhead™ Marine Composite
Panels are made from continuous glass-
fiber reinforced thermoplastic face
sheets and polyester foam cores.
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STAGE SOLUTION CAPABILITIES
Polymer Recycling ColorMatrix™ rePrize™ - Increases intrinsic viscosity to enhance use of recycled PET
- Reduces yellowing and decontamination
Materials Selection ColorMatrix™ Joule™ RHB - Reduces the energy required and costs
- Ensures minimal yellowing and light-weighting
Preform Molding ColorMatrix™ AAzure™ - Reduces yellowing and acetaldehyde levels for improved
bottled strength
Preform Molding ColorWorks™ - Provides a range of possible colors for end products based
on the color of the rPET available for use
Preform Molding Rejoin™ PCR Masterbatch - Combines pigments and functional additives with a 100% PCR carrier
for polyolefins
- Enables packaging that is 100% PCR
Bottle Blowing & Filling ColorMatrix™ Optica™ - Excellent acid & thermal stability to reduce yellowing and create
a haze-free container
Bottle Blowing & Filling ColorMatrix™ Smartheat RHC™
Process Aid
- Optimizes weight distribution to increase bottle strength and quality
- Reduces energy required and costs
Sales, Distribution,
ColorMatrix™ Amosorb™ - Scavenges oxygen to extend the shelf life and preserve the
freshness of food or beverages within container
Sales, Distribution,
ColorMatrix™ Ultimate™ UV - Blocks ultraviolet light transmission to protect the container
and its contents
- Enables light-weighting
Sales, Distribution,
ColorMatrix™ Lactra™ - High-performance light blocking that extends the shelf life
of light-sensitive dairy products
Taking the
Next Steps
Move Your Sustainability to the Next Level
Because sustainable material solutions and technology are evolving at
the speed of life, it takes fresh thinking, agile R & D, and imaginative use
of next-generation materials to bring
life-changing products to market safely and quickly.
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Convert UV radiation into visible, bluish light
UV Stabilizer Additives: Cesa™ Light Additives
UV Stabilizers neutralize the physical and cosmetic damage caused by harmful light
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Colorants can meet brand standards, UV packages can offer additional protection for applications with high UV exposure, lubricants can minimize wear and tear, flame retardants can provide flame, smoke, and/or toxicity compliance, and additional durability can ensure your products perform in extreme climates (hot or cold).
Additional protection to UV exposure
UV
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SHANGHAI – PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a premier global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, has announced the launch of OnCap™ UV technology for fiber and textile applications.
Those who make UV resistant apparel, outdoor tents and shades also need the colors in their fabrics and fibers to stay fresh over time to promote brand identification and preserve brand image.
OnCap UV colorant and additive solutions are compatible with PA, PET, PP and a range of other materials.
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HMF ORANGE UV PE2
HMF ORANGE UV PE3
HMF ORANGE UV PE4
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UV MED GREY PVC
UV GOLD 29525 TPU
UV MED.
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MIDNIGHT W/UV
SURF W/ UV
CHILI W/ UV