https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/how-lightweight-automotive-components
LFTs still offer the ease of injection molding, like short-fiber polymers, but the fiber length and type (glass, carbon, etc.) are key factors in the strength, stiffness, and durability of plastics.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-05/AVNT May IR Presentation w Non GAAP Recs.pdf
Examples include:
• Unique technologies that improve the
recyclability of products and enable recycled
content to be incorporated, thus advancing a
more circular economy
• Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier
traditional materials like metal, glass and wood,
which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of
transportation and reduce carbon footprint
• Sustainable infrastructure solutions that increase
energy efficiency, renewable energy, natural
resource conservation and fiber optic / 5G
network accessibility
Avient employs approximately 8,700 associates and is
certified ACC Responsible Care® and a founding
member of the Alliance to End Plastic Waste.
