https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-11/Nymax and Versaflex Compound Bow Grip Application Snapshot %281%29.pdf
ARCHERY OEM
C O M P O U N D B O W G R I P
• UV resistant and colorable TPE for haptics
• Substrate with structural integrity to support 70-80 lbs of
torque during draw and excellent dimensional stability to
ensure bow accuracy and precision
• Reliability of supply while also offering comparable
performance to incumbent materials
Nymax™ 1010A PA 6 Nylon Formulation &
Versaflex™ OM 6160 TPE
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-01/Nymax Motorcycle Trunk Application Snapshot.pdf
TRANSPORTATION
OEM
A F T E R M A R K E T M O T O R C Y C L E
T R U N K L I D & B A S E
• Maintain physical performance of incumbent 30% glass
fiber nylon while improving sink and warp issues
• Black with an easy-to-paint surface
• UV resistant
• Collaborated to rapidly provide an alternative
material with excellent balance of physical
properties and durability
• Achieved comparable performance while
improving paintability
• Quickly provided samples and offered on-site
application development and technical
support at molding trials
Nymax™ Glass and Mineral Fiber Reinforced
Nylon 6 Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-05/complet-lft-automotive-aftermarket-side-step-application-snapshot-1.pdf
A F T E R M A R K E T PA RT S
M A N U FAC T U R E R
S I D E S T E P
• High strength
• Low moisture absorbance, reduced warpage
• Pleasing cosmetic finish
• Strong flexural modulus
• Offered long fiber thermoplastic (LFT) with 3x the
strength of the incumbent short fiber material
without a need for retooling
• Resolved major disadvantage of moisture uptake
with a moisture-resistant PA66 LFT formulation
• Facilitated part consolidation and design freedom
• Modeled performance of long glass fiber design
with advanced testing capabilities (FEA,
moldflow, burnoff)
Complēt™ Long Fiber Reinforced Structural
Thermoplastics
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT
AVIENT SOLUTION
STRENGTH + PART CONSOLIDATION
LEARN MORE
Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-05/complet-lft-office-furniture-task-chair.pdf
AVIENT SOLUTION
FATIGUE RESISTANCE + PART CONSOLIDATION
LEARN MORE
Copyright © 2021, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-04/Complet LFT-Automotive Aftermarket Side Step.pdf
A F T E R M A R K E T PA RT S
M A N U FAC T U R E R
S I D E S T E P
• High strength
• Low moisture absorbance, reduced warpage
• Pleasing cosmetic finish
• Strong flexural modulus
• Offered long fiber thermoplastic (LFT) with 3x the
strength of the incumbent short fiber material
without a need for retooling
• Resolved major disadvantage of moisture uptake
with a moisture-resistant PA66 LFT formulation
• Facilitated part consolidation and design freedom
• Modeled performance of long glass fiber design
with advanced testing capabilities (FEA,
moldflow, burnoff)
Complēt™ Long Fiber Reinforced Structural
Thermoplastics
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT
AVIENT SOLUTION
STRENGTH + PART CONSOLIDATION
LEARN MORE
Copyright © 2023, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-01/case-study-one-pager-lubrione-switchgear-plunger.pdf
AVIENT SOLUTION
LOW FRICTION + WEAR RESISTANT
LEARN MORE
Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/case-study-one-pager-gravi-tech-toothbrush-base.pdf
I TA L I A N M O L D E R &
PA RT P RO D U C E R
L U X U R Y T O O T H B R U S H B A S E
• Density 4.0 SG
• Low water absorption
• Good mechanical performance
• Chemical resistance to toothpaste and cleaning products
• Worked in close collaboration with customer
to fully understand material requirements
• Provided an alternative to metal with the
processing and recyclability benefits of a
polymer
• Enabled customer to launch innovative new
product into the market winning Red Dot
Design Award
Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-10/Wall Partitions Mini Case Study.pdf
W A L L PA RT I T I O N
M A N U FAC T U R E R
F O O D P R O C E S S I N G
E N V I R O N M E N T S
• Decrease growth of microbes on plastic surfaces that
come in contact with food products
• Compatibility with sheet extrusion processing
• Maintain all other functional attributes inherent to product,
such as ROHS, flame retardant standards, and specific
brand color
• Seamlessly incorporated multifunctional additives
for optimal performance in reducing microbe
growth
• Developed custom formulation for complex
processing configurations in sheet extrusion
technology
• Provided expertise in antimicrobial performance,
chemical resistance, flame retardance, and
regulatory product stewardship
Cesa™ WithStand™ Antimicrobial Additives and
Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-09/Dynaflex - Disc Golf Discs - Application Snapshot.pdf
SPORTS
EQUIPMENT OEM
D I S C G O L F D I S C S
• Replace incumbent polymer with an alternative material that
offered consistent supply and comparable performance
• Colorable and able to support product differentiation using
special effects
• Grippy but not tacky
• Ability to meet varying flexibilities and weights
• Professional Disc Golf Association approval
• Presented a TPE with diverse durometers to support
a range of disc capabilities, weights and grip features
• Delivered a durable material with good flow
characteristics for simple and economical production
• Provided a natural, easy-to-color material with good
UV resistance
• Offered a breadth of material and specialty services
to enable product line expansion using metallic
effects, polymer additives, and additional material
formulations
Dynaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomers
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-04/Metallic Effect Sulfone case study.pdf
PTFE Wire insulation
C O N S U M E R &
A E R O S PA C E M O L D E R S
M E T A L L I C - E F F E C T S U L F O N E
S O L U T I O N
• Metallic appearance
• FDA-food contact compliance*
• Resistant to repeated washing, steam sterilization, and chemical
disinfection cycles
• Easy processing to meet flexible design requests
• Lightweight to support a reduction in carbon emissions
• Created a variety of food contact-approved,
brilliant metallic effect colors such as gold, silver,
and bronze for optimal aesthetics
• Ensured excellent mechanical performance after
repeated steam sterilization and harsh chemical
cleaning cycles
• Offered low MOQ with flexible supply options
Colorant Chromatics and BASF Ultrason®
high-performance polymers in metallic colors
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?