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Transforming
Modular
& Offsite
Construction
with Advanced Composites
APPLICATION GUIDE
Siding & Cladding
Impact resistance; thermal
expansion reduction; superior
strength-to-thickness ratio
compared to traditional siding
Roofing Systems
Impact resistance; flexural strength; thermally
insulative; will not contribute to mold or rot
Interior Wall, Floor, &
Ceiling Panel Systems
Improved structural integrity;
integrated fire protection;
customized dimensions & finishes;
thermal insulation; water, pest,
& impact resistance
Doors
Impact resistance; ballistic resistance;
high strength-to-weight ratio
Exterior Sheathing
Continuous insulation;
impact, moisture & rot resistance;
lightweight construction
Garage Doors
Impact & corrosion resistance; high flexural
strength; customized dimensions & finishes;
weatherability; UV stability; weight reduction
Flood Barriers
Moisture & corrosion resistance;
durable; will not contribute to
mold growth
Composite Decking & Lumber
Reinforcements for increased strength;
material & weight reduction
Cabinetry & Storage
Weight reduction; customized dimensions & finishes
Hammerhead™ FR Flame
Retardant Composite Panels
& Laminates
Hammerhead™ & Polystrand™
Composite Panels
GlasArmor™ & ThermoBallistic™
Ballistic Panels
Polystrand™
Continuous Fiber Tapes
ADVANCED COMPOSITES
FOR BUILDING
& CONSTRUCTION Polystrand™
Continuous Fiber Laminates
Storm Shutters
Impact & ballistic resistance;
superior strength-to-weight ratio
Safe/Panic Rooms
Ballistic & impact resistance
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MATERIAL
SOLUTION DESCRIPTION KEY CHARACTERISTICS
POTENTIAL
APPLICATIONS
Hammerhead™ FR
Flame Retardant
Composite Panels
Industry-first flame retardant
thermoplastic composite panels
that meet ASTM E84 Class A
standards for flame spread and
smoke developed and passed
NFPA 286 corner room burn testing
• Excellent flame performance
• Moisture, UV, corrosion, impact,
and rot resistant
• Lightweight structural integrity
• Reduce labor cost and time
• Interior Wall, Floor &
Ceiling Panel Systems
• Garage Doors
• Interior & Entry Doors
• Exterior Sheathing
• Siding & Cladding
• Kitchen Cabinetry
Hammerhead™
and Polystrand™
Composite Panels
Thermoplastic composite
panels constructed with
Polystrand™ continuous fiber
laminates thermally bonded to
thermoplastic foam or
honeycomb cores
• Moisture, UV, corrosion, impact,
and rot resistant
• Lightweight structural integrity
• Reduce labor cost and time
• Garage Doors
• Interior Entry Doors
• Interior Wall, Floor &
Ceiling Panel Systems
• Exterior Sheathing
• Siding & Cladding
• Kitchen Cabinetry
Polystrand™
Continuous Fiber
Tapes & Laminates
High strength unidirectional
(UD) glass fibers combined with
thermoplastic resins available in
unidirectional tapes or multi-ply
laminates
• High strength and stiffness
• Enables impact resistance
• Formulations available to meet
ASTM E84 Class A and Class B
flame/smoke rating
• Composite Deckng
• Interior & Entry Doors
• Roofing Systems
GlasArmor™
Ballistic
Resistant Panels
Ballistic protection constructed
from layers of 0°/90° woven
E-glass fiber reinforcements
with a proprietary thermoset
resin system
• UL 752 Level 1–3 compliant
• Less than 25% the weight of
comparable steel panel
• 1-hr fire rating per ASTM E119*
• Safe/Panic Rooms
• Garage Doors
• Interior & Entry Doors
ThermoBallistic™
Thermoplastic
Panels
Industry-first thermoplastic
ballistic resistant panels thermally
formed with layers of 0°/90° UD
E-glass fiber reinforcements and
polyolefin-based resin systems
• UL 752 Level 3 compliant
• Extremely lightweight
• Moisture, UV, and corrosion
resistant
• Safe/Panic Rooms
• Garage Doors
• Interior & Entry Doors
* UL Level 3 panel was fire tested as part of a wall system with steel studs and drywall facesheet
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ELECTRICAL
APPLIANCE BRAND
H O U S E H O L D P R O D U C T S I N
R E C Y C L E D A B S A N D P S
• Support to qualify a new raw material sourcing process
• Color prediction feasibility for new material grades
• Color design guidance to maintain brand identity and differentiation
• Color solutions that work with mixed grades of rABS and recycled
polystyrene
• Worked with the brand owner to test multiple
styrenic grades and understand the best fit across
colors and recycled resins
• Supported integration of multiple resin solutions for
the best rendering and aesthetics in rABS and rPS
• Helped approve 7 colors to be launched within the
forthcoming 18 months
PCR Color Prediction Service
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?