https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/Complet LFT Wheelchair Caster Wheels - case study snapshot.pdf
WHEELCHAIR OEM
C A S T E R W H E E L
• Composite to replace a traditional aluminum caster
• Lightweight, strong material that can withstand the rigor of
daily use
• Corrosion-resistant solution to reduce cost and frequency
of maintenance
• Formulated two materials that chemically
bond seamlessly to minimize slip
• Reduced weight by 33% (280g), supporting
improved user maneuverability
• Offered an injection-moldable alternative to
metal that led to a more functional design
and reduced vibration
Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber Nylon 6/6 and
TPU Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
IMPROVED STRENGTH + DURABILITY
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/reSound BIO TPE -Underwire-case study snapshot.pdf
FAMOUS
UNDERWEAR
BRAND
U N D E R W I R E
• Formulated a 40% bio-derived material to
help meet customer’s sustainable goals with
good rigidity and supporting strength
• Improved comfort and softness compared to
a normal steel underwire design
• Passed ISO 105-X18 textile test with good
chemical resistance, durability, and wash
fastness
Customized reSound™ BIO TPE
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
COMFORT + BIO DERIVED CONTENT
• Easy to process
• Comply with skin touch regulations
• Pass the washability test at 40℃ for 25 cycles
• Heat resistance for 180℃ / 20-second hot press
KEY REQUIREMENTS
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Surgical instrument oem
SURGICAL
INSTRUMENT OEM
E N D O S C O P E C O M P O N E N T S
• Functional differentiation
• ISO 10993 compliance
• Excellent resistance to steam sterilization
• Excellent chemical resistance
• Delivered a variety of bright, distinguishing color
choices for functional differentiation
• Minimized color deviation
• Provided a biocompatible solution
• Offered low MOQ with flexible supply
Transcend Premier PPSU Healthcare Pre-
colored Solutions
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
APPEARANCE + PERFORMANCE
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-10/ECCOH_ LSFOH 5806 Formulation - Power Cable Jacket - Application Snapshot.pdf
CABLE
MANUFACTURER
C A B L E J A C K E T
• Operating temperature from -40°C to 70°C
• High gel resistance
• Low shrinkage
• Strippable for easy installation
• Good flame retardancy
• Developed a formulation with oil resistance as per
the NEK 606 technical specification
• Allowed our customer to use the same cable
design in various climates due to its wide
operating temperature range
• Provided expertise to improve manufacturing
efficiencies, helping the customer achieve higher
processing speeds
ECCOH LSFOH 5806 Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
HIGH CHEMICAL RESISTANCE
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Cable manufacturer
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-12/Versaflex CE -Gaming Wheel - Case study Snapshot.pdf
GLOBAL CONSUMER
ELECTRONICS BRAND
G A M I N G W H E E L G R I P
• Soft touch feel
• Good bonding with PC+20GF substrate
• Non-blooming surface finish
• Replaced leather with a TPE to improve
production efficiency through overmolding
• Provided a recyclable alternative to silicone,
giving the customer the choice of more
sustainable grip material
• Offered durable solution with good wear
resistance and excellent chemical and oil
resistance
Versaflex CE TPE
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
SOFT TOUCH + DURABLE
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-05/norbert-merklein.pdf
Merklein joined Avient in July of 2020 through the acquisition of the Clariant
Masterbatch business.
He has more than 35 years of experience in global leadership roles
in the chemicals industry.
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WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
VEHICLE BATTERY
MANUFACTURER
C E L L P A C K C O O L I N G T U B E
• Comply with ISO 3384-1:2011 for TPE compression set
• Comply with ISO 11359-2:1999 standard for linear thermal
expansion
• Good ethanediol resistance
• Good sealing performance
• Customized a Shore 60A hardness TPE
formulation with good physical property
retention
• Achieved good compression set and bonding
performance with PA12
• Qualified thermal expansion by customer
• Provided excellent ethanediol resistance under
both low and high temperature conditions
KEY REQUIREMENTS
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE + SEALING
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OnFlex™ TPE Custom Formulation
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/Versollan TPE-Compression Controller - Case study snapshot.pdf
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
MEDICAL DEVICE
MANUFACTURER
C O M P R E S S I O N C O N T R O L L E R
H O U S I N G G R I P
• Good adhesion to PCTG
• Comfortable grip combined with ergonomics
• Medical regulation compliance
• Provided a medical-grade TPE with excellent
bonding to PCTG and good chemical resistance
• Improved ergonomics and aesthetics with a soft-
touch material
• Met medical regulation compliance: FDA21 CFR
177.2600
• Delivered good colorability to ensure a stable
esthetic
KEY REQUIREMENTS
OVERMOLDING + REGULATORY SUPPORT
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Versollan Thermoplastic Elastomers
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SWIMMING POOL
CLEANER OEM
C L E A N E R C O N N E C T O R
• Durable and will not rust
• Dimensional stability
• Easy to process
• Delivered a corrosion-resistant, long glass
fiber-reinforced material with excellent
strength and modulus to replace steel
• Offered low moisture absorption and good
chemical resistance to maintain performance
• Responded quickly and provided local
technology support on mold design and
injection process
OnForce Long Glass Fiber Nylon Composite
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
RUST FREE + GOOD SURFACE FINISH
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-03/Versaflex - Pallet Non-slip Strips- Application Snapshot.pdf
PALLET
MANUFACTURER
N O N - S L I P S T R I P S
• Improve top deck coefficient of friction
• Chemically bond to HDPE and extrude at lower
temperatures
• Durability to withstand 7-10 year product lifespan
• Provided onsite technical support to incorporate
a secondary material in the existing
manufacturing process
• Shortened the product development life cycle
by quickly providing a durable material within
our existing product portfolio that improved grip
• Ensured supply continuity to ease concerns
• Trusted provider of sustainable rigid, elastomer,
and color polymer solutions to enable product
innovation
Versaflex™ TPE Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
TECHNICAL SUPPORT + PORTFOLIO BREADTH
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