https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-11/off-road-vehicle-hood-panel-case-study-brief.pdf
OFF-ROAD VEHICLE
BRAND
H O O D P A N E L
• High gloss
• Scratch appearance resistance
• Ease of processing
• Provided technical support from concept to
production
• Conducted FEA and mold flow analysis
• Had solutions for either natural plus
concentrate or pre-colored to best meet
customer needs
• Customized colors to match brand identity
and preference
Artisan™ Nylon PA6 Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Gravi-Tech Formulations - Hearing Protection Headset - Case Study Snapshot.pdf
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
MANUFACTURER
H E A R I N G P R O T E C T I O N
H E A D S E T
• High performing acoustic solution
• Lightweight material
• Good surface aspect
• Lost cost solution
• Met acoustic test and chemical resistance
requirements
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-06/Maxxam - EV Part - Application Snapshot.pdf
KUNSTSTOFF
SCHWANDEN
E L E C T R I C V E H I C L E P A R T
• Replace aluminum to reduce part weight and overall
weight of the electric vehicle
• Secure supply of high volume of material
• Flexible delivery
• Cost competitive
• Enabled OEM to replace metal and reduce part
weight
• Provided excellent customer service, sending
samples and technical data promptly
• Supported customer with processing queries
• Secured material supply and flexible delivery –
delivering on a specific date each month
Maxxam™ Polyolefin Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-10/Patient Mobility Mini Case Study.pdf
PERSONAL CARE
DEVICES
P A T I E N T M O B I L I T Y
• Diminish the growth of harmful microbes on surfaces
without compromising product performance
• Achieve cohesive color across different polymeric
materials with the addition of antimicrobial ingredients
• Accelerate product development timeline
• Preserved polymer performance by
minimizing undesirable microbes
• Designed a masterbatch solution that
achieved color harmony between diverse
polymeric materials even with the addition of
antimicrobial ingredients
• Accelerated speed to market by several
weeks with Avient’s pre-tested material and
supplier expertise while reducing costs of lab
testing fees by up to $50,000
Cesa™ WithStand™ Antimicrobial Additives
with OnColor™ Colorants
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/mulch-films-case-study-french.pdf
BIODÉGRADABLE ET
COMPOSTABLE
F I L M S D E P A I L L A G E
• Conforme à la norme européenne EN17033 et certifiée OK
Compost
• Disponibles en noir ou blanc en standard
avec différentes certifications TÜV Austria
(OK Compost, etc
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-01/complet-lft-aerospace-interiors.pdf
AEROSPACE
INTERIORS OEM
S E A T S P A C E R & A R M R E S T
• Weight reduction to increase airliner fuel economy
• Meet FAA safety requirements for FST compliance
and 16G kinetic survivability
• Agility to delivery solution within 8-month
compressed product development timeline
• Achieved 40% weight reduction generating
$16,000 per year reduction in fuel costs
• Optimized component designs for long fiber
material and conducted FEA validation
• Performed prototype molding and testing for
load and impact specifications to expedite
development
Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber PES
Composite
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-04/Smartbatch Color and Additives - Lower Bumper - Application Snapshot.pdf
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/2023-08/Versaflex TPE-Charging Gun Grip-Application Snapshot.pdf
AVIENT SOLUTION
LEADING EV
MANUFACTURER
C H A R G I N G G U N G R I P
• Good abrasion resistance
• Excellent chemical resistance
• Nice surface finish
• Good bonding with flame retardant PC/ABS
• Provided a rubbery touch feel, chemical
resistance (including to ethanediol), and better
appearance than the incumbent TPV solution
• Eliminated a secondary process through two-
shot injection molding with good adhesion to
PC, ABS, PC/ABS, and copolyester handles
• Offered quick technical support to accelerate
the product development
KEY REQUIREMENTS
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE + BONDING
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Versaflex™ TPE Formulation
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-05/frost-for-persaonal-care-pet-bottle.pdf
SHAMPOO BRAND
P E T B O T T L E F O R H A I R
C A R E
• Customized color and anti-UV combination
• Provided quick response and local service
• Simplified processing without additional
equipment investment
• Increase innovation capabilities and brand
aesthetics
OnColor™ Frost PET Effect
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-05/Complet LFT Step Linkage case study snapshot_aftermarket.pdf
AFTERMARKET PARTS
MANUFACTURER
S T E P L I N K A G E
• Maintain performance qualities of incumbent aluminum
part (UV, weatherability, and structural integrity) while also
reducing cost
• Eliminate rust and corrosion concerns
• Increase throughput and streamline manufacturing
• Outperformed coated die cast aluminum and
reduced part costs by 40%
• Delivered moisture-resistant PA66 formulation
to eliminate powder coating and implement a
one-step, injection molding process
• Expanded design options through advanced
design and polymer expertise
• Utilized advanced simulation software to build
confidence in the final part performance
Complēt™ Long Fiber Reinforced Structural
Thermoplastics
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?