https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/tpes-for-automotive-industry-bulletin.pdf
OnFlex™ Thermoplastic Elastomers
Solutions for Automotive Applications
To keep up with industry demands, regulatory
challenges and end-user preferences, it’s imperative
to consider the influence of material specifications
at the beginning of the product development cycle.
Known for offering tight seals and reducing
vibration and noise, certain thermoplastic elastomers
(TPEs), like OnFlex™ grades, may be better suited
for your particular application than the historically
incumbent materials, like general purpose TPEs,
thermoplastic vulcanizates (TPV), and thermoplastic
polyolefins (TPO).
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-11/LFT for Bicycles Application Graphic.pdf
REDUCED WEIGHT
40–50% weight reduction
when switching from metal,
portability
SOLUTION: Long carbon
fiber reinforced composites
SUSTAINABILITY
PIR/PCR content incorporation
SOLUTION: Recycled content
long fiber thermoplastics
STRENGTH
IN EXTREME
ENVIRONMENTS
High strength-to-weight ratio,
high and low temperature
performance
SOLUTION: Long carbon
fiber reinforced composites
CORROSION
RESISTANCE
Metal replacement, eliminate
secondary operations, slow
moisture uptake
SOLUTION: Moisture resistant
long fiber reinforced nylons
ELECTRIFYING
STRENGTH
Ignite a passion for exploration and push
the boundaries of durability with long
fiber thermoplastic technology for bikes,
engineered to excel in extreme challenges!
BATTERY RANGE
EXTENSION
Lightweighting
SOLUTION: Long fiber
reinforced polyketone (PK)
thermoplastics
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-03/Versalloy TPE Waterproof Seal on Vehicle Accessory.pdf
AUTOMOTIVE OEM
W A T E R P R O O F S E A L O N
A C C E S S O R Y P A R T
• FDA food contact compliance
• Color match to OEM-specified gray
• 70 Shore A durometer for overmolding to PP
• Scratch and mar resistance
• Provided material compliant with FDA 21
CFR 177.1210
• Supplied both the base resin and at-press
colorant to meet OEM specifications
• Offered TPV alloy grade that enabled easy
processing and durable surface aesthetics
• Specified material in North America with
design engineers and supplied out of a
facility in China to meet production needs
Versalloy™ XL Thermoplastic Elastomer
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-05/Versaflex TPE-snorkel mouthpiece- case study snapshot.pdf
SPORTS BRAND
S N O R K E L M O U T H P I E C E
• Replace PVC with alternative materials such as TPE or
silicone
• Skin contact safety and UV resistance
• Soft texture with a non-sticky feel
• Translucent color to help children use it properly and
safely
• Customized a soft (Shore A) TPE solution that
passed strict tests, including thermal
deformation (80°C for 2 hours), UV resistance,
and assembly resistance
• Providing a 40% more cost-effective system
than silicone due to the high production
efficiencies of TPEs
• Provided cross-regional cooperation and prompt
response to help customers achieve fast
commercialization in both Europe and China
Versaflex Thermoplastic Elastomers
UV RESISTANT + TRANSLUCENT
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https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/high-performance-synthetic-fibers/fiberglass
It is often used in thermoset and thermoplastic composite applications where the fiber is used as reinforcement.
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/high-performance-synthetic-fibers/novoloid-phenolic-fiber
Very compatible with thermoset & thermoplastic resins
https://www.avient.com/investor-center/news/polyone-announces-acquisition-plasticomp
comprehensive approach to design, service and innovation in thermoplastics and composites will enable us to forge even further ahead with our LFT technology, and I'm excited that our teams have joined together in collaboration for the future."
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-invests-new-metal-replacement-capabilities
CLEVELAND – In response to growing customer demand for metal replacement, PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL) is expanding capacity for its OnForce™ LFT long-fiber specialty thermoplastics.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/regulatory-issues?ind[]=6598
These include ISO pre-certified colorants; FDA-compliant materials from engineering thermoplastics and elastomers to vinyl, styrenics and olefins; RoHS and REACH compliant materials; and much more.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/regulatory-issues?ind[]=21508
These include ISO pre-certified colorants; FDA-compliant materials from engineering thermoplastics and elastomers to vinyl, styrenics and olefins; RoHS and REACH compliant materials; and much more.