https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-04/OnColor Orange Nylon Colorant for EV Connectors Application Bulletin.pdf
It is also a preferred choice
for automotive manufacturers as a warning of
potential safety hazards.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-01/Snowmobile OHP Powersports Application Graphic.pdf
For more on material solutions
for snowmobiles, visit avient.com
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Avient Corporation,
33587 Walker Road,
Avon Lake, Ohio USA 44012
EXTENDED PERFORMANCE
Minimize Moisture Uptake from Melted Snow
SOLUTION: Moisture-Resistant Long Fiber Reinforced Composites,
Corrosion-Resistant Additives
TACTILE EXPERIENCE
Soft Touch Feel, Durable Performance,
Lower Thermal Conductivity than Metals
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs),
Long Fiber Reinforced Composites
THERMAL MANAGEMENT & SAFETY
Heat Dissipation, Design Flexibility, Flame Retardancy
SOLUTION: Thermally Conductive Formulations,
Flame Retardant Additives
HIGH IMPACT DURABILITY
High Strength-To-Weight Ratio,
Elevated and Low Temperature Performance
SOLUTION: Long Carbon Fiber Reinforced Composites,
Continuous Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Tape & Laminates
COLD TEMPERATURE PERFORMANCE
Cold Temperature Flexibility and Toughness
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs),
Long Fiber Reinforced Composites, Impact Modifiers
WEIGHT REDUCTION
40–50% Lightweighting Compared to Metal,
Exceptional Structural Properties, Extremely High Stiffness
and Strength from -40° to 160°F
SOLUTION: Long Carbon Fiber Reinforced Composites,
Chemical Foaming Agents
AESTHETIC APPEAL
Custom Color and Special Effects, Paint Replacement,
Color Fade Protection
SOLUTION: Custom Polymer Colorants,
UV Blocking Additives, Antioxidant Additives,
Molded-In-Color Metallics, Scratch and Mar Performance,
Laser Marking, Pre-Colored High-Gloss Thermoplastics
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https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/corrosion-resistant-additives/cesa-cor-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/versaflex-thermoplastic-elastomers
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https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/conductive-signal-radiation-shielding-formulations/therma-tech-thermally-conductive-formulations
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/colorants-and-additives-wire-cable/cesa-flame-retardant-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/long-fiber-technology/complet-long-carbon-fiber
https://www.avient.com/products/advanced-composites/continuous-fiber-composite-tape-laminates-and-barstock/polystrand-continuous-fiber-tapes-laminates
https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/onflex-thermoplastic-elastomers
https://www.avient.com/products/long-fiber-technology
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/color-additive-combination-masterbatches/smartbatch-combination-colorants-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/long-fiber-technology/complet-long-carbon-fiber
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/foaming-agents
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/oncolor-fx-special-effect-colorants
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/uv-and-light-blocking-additives/cesa-light-additives
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https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/visual-enhancement-effects/cesa-scratch-mar-resistance-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/colorants-and-additives-wire-cable/cesa-laser-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations/artisan-pre-colored-thermoplastics-premium-finishes
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-01/NEUSoft Product Selection Guide.pdf
Whether your application demands can be supported
by the NEUSoft Express color palette or require
customization, all our NEUSoft TPUs are designed with
patient safety and regulatory specifications in mind,
complying with ISO 10993 and USP Class VI standards.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-03/PolyOne_Website-12.19.pdf
Sources
Cash from Balance Sheet $465
New Senior Unsecured Notes 650
New Equity 450
Total Sources $1,565
Uses
Clariant Masterbatch $1,500
Clariant India Masterbatch 60
Less: Lease Adjustment (113)
Net Purchase Price $1,447
Net Cash Acquired 57
Fees, Expenses & OID 61
Total Uses $1,565
($ Millions)
Cash and Cash Equivalents $370
$450M Senior Secured ABL Revolver -
Senior Secured Term Loan B due 2026 624
Other Debt 25
Total Senior Secured Debt $649
5.25% Senior Unsecured Notes due 2023 $600
New Senior Unsecured Notes 650
Total Senior Debt $1,899
Net Debt $1,529
New Equity $450
Pro Forma Capitalization
(1)
PF 12/31/2019
$450
$600 $624
$743
2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
A T T R A C T I V E F I N A N C I N G S T R U C T U R E
Attractive Debt
Maturity Profile
Existing Revolver Existing Senior Notes Existing Term Loan B
New Debt
Financing
Financing
Summary
Terms on
New Debt
$465 million of cash from the balance sheet expected to fund a portion of the purchase price
Bridge financing for remainder fully committed from Citi, Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo
Permanent financing expected to include a combination of long-term debt and new equity
The timing of the permanent financing is subject to a number of factors, including, but not limited
to, market conditions
PolyOne is committed to preserving a strong balance sheet
– Target net leverage at close below 3.5x, excluding synergies
Pro forma capital structure positions PolyOne with flexibility to pursue continued growth strategy
New financing expected to have same or better covenant package than existing capital structure
Capital structure would be “covenant lite”
Capital
Policy
Transaction in line with PolyOne’s disciplined capital allocation policy
Existing PolyOne dividend policy to be maintained
Focus on deleveraging in the near term
2028+
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T H E N E W P O L Y O N E : A S P E C I A L T Y G R O W T H C O M P A N Y
Landmark portfolio transformation: > 85% of Adjusted EBITDA
from specialty solutions
World-class innovation, technology and service are differentiators
Sustainability initiatives and alignment with megatrends drive
above market growth in key end markets and applications:
Capital management is a strength - proven track record of
expanding ROIC while increasing invested capital
Transaction expected to add $0.85 to pro forma adjusted EPS
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/additives-listing.pdf
IV BUILDERS FOR SHEET EXTRUSION
Challenge: Melt viscosity is negatively impacted by
multiple heat cycles.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/2020-hammerhead-application-install-guide.pdf
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.
BOTTOM PANEL
LEG
LENGTH
BREAK STRENGTH
(LBS)
Hammerhead™
with 5.3 lb/ft3
Core Density
2 in 420
Hammerhead™
with 8.4 lb/ft3
Core Density
2 in 332
Marine Plywood 2 in 984
Glass/Polyester with
Balsa Core 2 in 1298
Hammerhead™
with 5.3 lb/ft3
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA 501
Hammerhead™
with 8.4 lb/ft3
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA 1156
Hammerhead™
with 8.4 lb/ft3
Core Density -
Crestomer
1152PA Adhesive
NA 1530
Hammerhead™
with 8.4 lb/in3
Core Density -
Crestomer
M1-30 Adhesive
NA 1471
ADHESIVE
DESCRIPTION
ADHESIVE
GRADE
MANUFACTURER
AVERAGE
BOND
STRENGTH
(PSI)
STANDARD
DEVIATION
FAILURE
MODE
BEST ADHESION
2k Urethane 75421 Lord 2281 184 SubstrateCohesive
2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY1 AccraLock 2211 78 Substrate
2k Acrylic Plexus MA420 ITW 2171 262 Substrate
2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk1 AccraLock 2102 138 Substrate
2k Urethane 75451 Lord 2047 68 Cohesive
2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY 1:2 AccraLock 1966 68 Substrate
2k Acrylic Scotchweld 8010 3M 1907 61 Adhesive
Cyanoacrylate Gorilla Glue Gorilla Glue 1885 432 Cohesive
2k Acrylic Crestabond PP-04 Scott Bader 1873 281 Substrate
2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk 10:2 AccraLock 1779 127 Cohesive
2k Urethane 75422 Lord 1716 190 CohesiveAdhesive
2k Urethane 75452 Lord 1535 98 Adhesive
2k Methacrylate Polyfuse Icon Containment 1610 98 Adhesive
INTERMEDIATE ADHESION
2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk C010817 AccraLock 724 58 Cohesive
2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk1 AccraLock 722 44 Cohesive
2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy Instant Mix Loctite 508 81 Adhesive
2k Epoxy Gorilla Glue Epoxy Gorilla Glue 341 198 Adhesive
NOT RECOMMENDED
2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy Marine Loctite 0 0 No bond
ADHESIVE SELECTION
Brands identified are owned by the manufacturers of the adhesive products.
1 surface sanded with 220 grit scuff prep 2 surface primed with 459T
FASTENER TYPE BENEFITS CONSIDERATIONS
Through-Bolting
Best mechanical
locking system
Need back side
access to panel
Screw-In Anchor
Highest pullout
strength
Requires pilot hole
Cup Washer
Spreads
compressive load
Requires relief hole;
For substructure and
hard point attachment
Wide Grip
(Bulb-Style)
Rivet
Ease of use—no
installation torque
limitations
For lower
load attachments
Sheet Metal or
Wood Screw
Readily available,
low cost
Penetrate both skins
for improved pullout
Shoulder Washer
Limits
compressive load
Requires relief hole;
For substructure and
hard point attachment
For more information on installation, adhesives, and fasteners
for specific applications, please contact Avient.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.datasheet-packingyarn.pdf
PACKING YARN FIBERS PROCESSES PRODUCTS
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8938 AJ Leeuwarden
The Netherlands
+31(0) 58 216 75 99
info@fiber-line.com
NOTICE: The information and data contained herein do not constitute sales specifications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.datasheet-belthose-reinforcement.pdf
BELT & HOSE REINFORCEMENT FIBERS PROCESSES PRODUCTS
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8938 AJ Leeuwarden
The Netherlands
+31(0) 58 216 75 99
info@fiber-line.com
ABOUT FIBER-LINE®
NOTICE: The information and data contained herein do not constitute sales specifications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.datasheet-industrialfabricyarn.pdf
INDUSTRIAL FABRIC YARN FIBERS PROCESSES PRODUCTS
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Uranusweg 3
8938 AJ Leeuwarden
The Netherlands
+31(0) 58 216 75 99
info@fiber-line.com
NOTICE: The information and data contained herein do not constitute sales specifications.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.us-.datasheet-vectranr-lcp.pdf
MOVING HIGH PERFORMANCE FIBERS FORWARD
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Uranusweg 3
8938 AJ Leeuwarden
The Netherlands
+31(0) 58 216 75 99
info@fiber-line.com
NOTICE: The information and data contained herein do not constitute sales specifications.