https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-09/antimicrobials-for-electronics-application-bulletin.pdf
Specifically,
these additives have been proven to be effective
inhibiting E. coli and MRSA across these resins:
• TPE/TPU • PET
• HDPE • ABS
• POM • PP
• PC
Custom formulations can be validated for various
resin types, and under specific processing
conditions, at an independent testing lab to ensure
results in commercialization.
They are available
for processes including extrusion, injection
molding, blow molding, rotational molding and
thermoforming.
1. https://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/pages/technology-media-and-
telecommunications/articles/global-mobile-consumer-survey-us-edition.html
2. https://cals.arizona.edu/news/why-your-cellphone-has-more-germs-toilet
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TPEs with Improved Barrier Performance - White Paper
How TPEs Can Help Medical and Pharmaceutical Manufacturers Meet Growing Global Demand
This white paper details how TPEs can be used to meet global demand for healthcare devices and apparatus
https://www.avient.com/news/archives?page=58
HAI Prevention Has an Ally: New PolyOne TPEs Feature Enhanced Resistance to Antiseptics
Gleaming, Luxurious and Silky: Special Effect PolyOne TPEs Add Depth and Verve to Metallic Packaging Trend
PolyOne Acquires Certain TPE Assets from Kraton
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/packaging-jumps-shelf?ind[]=6599
Think TPEs
TPE benefits include:
In addition, TPEs provide good moisture barrier properties and are recyclable.
https://www.avient.com/industries/packaging/cosmetics-packaging/skin-care
GLS™ TPEs - Injection Molding Guide
GLS™ TPEs - Overmolding Guide
TPEs for Home Appliances
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/versaflex-cpap-tubing-film.pdf
Versaflex - CPAP tubing film
CPAP TUBING
C O R R U G A T E D T U B I N G F I L M
• Replacement for polyolefins
• Good spring-back
• Bondable cuffs
• Clear & clean look
• Minimize humidity and condensation within the tube
• No noticeable odor
• FDA, ISO 10993 & USP VI compatible
• Provided TPE solution to meet market
expectations for improved user comfort &
aesthetics
• Reduced tube noise and improved drape
compliance with new material solution
versus polyolefins
• Offered solution with improved thermal
properties to combat humidity
Versaflex™ CL2250
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-02/onflex-af-cup-holder-mat-case-study-one-pager.pdf
EUROPEAN OEM &
TIER 2 MOLDER
C U P H O L D E R M A T
• Low odor material
• Excellent surface finish
• Provided excellent low VOC/FOG properties
and lower density than previous solution
with a specialty TPE grade
• Delivered high-quality aesthetics, including
soft touch and low gloss finish
• Offered global support and production
capabilities to allow molder to source the
grade globally
OnFlex™ AF 7210-70N Thermoplastic
Elastomer
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-07/Versaflex-coffee machine seal-Application snapshot.pdf
SMALL APPLIANCE
OEM
C O F F E E M A C H I N E S E A L
• Soft durometers
• Good bonding to ABS
• Good flowability for easy processing
• Excellent sealing property
• Formulated a 30 Shore A TPE with excellent
peel force performance to meet the sealing
requirements
• Offered a short lead time and on-site technical
service to speed up the time to market
• Provided fast global collaboration between
regions, supporting the brand’s design team in
Europe and molders in Asia
Custom VersaflexTM Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/onflex-s-ke-oscillating-sprinkler.pdf
LEADING GARDEN
TOOLS BRAND
O S C I L L A T I N G S P R I N K L E R S
• Superior abrasion resistance performance
• Ability to pass standard UV testing as well as the
customer’s more stringent UV criteria
• Global support and material availability
• Developed a customized TPE material with
superior UV resistance, adhesion to ABS,
and demolding
• Leveraged in-house UV chamber tests to
exceed UV parameter requirements
• Worked closely with customer’s product
development, engineering and quality teams
to test and specify material
• Supplied grade globally with local technical
and manufacturing support
OnFlex™ S KE Thermoplastic Elastomer
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-11/Versaflex HC -Syringe tip cap-Case study snapshot.pdf
PRE-FILLED
SYRINGE COMPANY
S Y R I N G E T I P C A P
• Excellent sealing performance
• No DEHP or natural rubber latex added during processing
• Can be sterilized by EtO
• Compliant with ISO 10993-4&5 and USP Class VI
• Formulated a solution that met rigorous
medical application requirements
• Leveraged global footprint to ensure supply
continuity
• Increased process efficiency by replacing
previous thermoset material with a TPE
Versaflex™ HC Thermoplastic Elastomers
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?