https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-designs-led-lighting-innovations-flame-retardant-polymer-solutions
These specialty polymers are formulated to meet UL flame rating standards while also providing anti-yellowing performance, protection from chemicals and outstanding clarity.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-launches-new-eccoh-lsfoh-grades-optical-fiber-cables
For example, Mordor Intelligence forecasts the OFC market will see a 12.5 percent compound annual growth rate (CAGR) by 2025.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-introduces-excelite-im-chemical-foaming-additives-injection-molding
With Excelite IM, processors can achieve density reductions, smoother surface finishes, and notably reduced sink marks resulting in lower scrap rates and higher productivity.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/pain-therapy-device-stands-out-peers
Creating a two cavity tool for the bumpers saved PTA 70% over the cost of an overmolding tool, and reduced scrap rates typical with overmolded housings by 80%.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/power-tool-manufacturer-reduces-production-overhead
These calculations showed that the new TPE would deliver significant cycle time efficiencies and reduced scrap rates, more than offsetting its slightly higher material cost and higher specific gravity.
https://www.avient.com/company/sustainability/people/safety
In 2018, we achieved the best performance in our history with a recordable incident rate of 0.51.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-launches-new-acetaldehyde-process-aid-enhance-rpet-processability
The increased use of rPET in PET bottles can lead to increased AA levels, but can also compromise bottle mechanical strength and create blowouts, both of which reduce productivity and increase scrap rates.
https://www.avient.com/news/explore-ballistic-panels-enhanced-security-solutions-avient-gsx-2024
These panels provide structural bullet-resistant reinforcement to meet UL 752 Level 3 ballistic rating for interior architectural surfaces and components at a lighter weight than traditional panel materials.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-expands-high-performance-materials-portfolio-edgetek-toughened-ppa
With a slower moisture absorption rate than PA66, they also help to improve durability and long-term performance.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/heighten-automotive-interior-aesthetics-and-appeal
The Onflex™ S TPE used by Jäger, for example, was formulated with a higher flow rate than alternative materials.