https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-02/Gravi-Tech BIO Bio-Based Formulations Product Bulletin.pdf
Gravi-Tech BIO bio-based formulations enable visual
surface effects and aesthetics including metallic
finish, cool touch, and color variation.
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Customized density offering a wide range of
specific gravities (1.5–11 gm/cm3)
• Formulated with partially bio-based resin from
renewable plant sources
• Broad modulus range, from very flexible to very
rigid grades
• Corrosion resistance that withstands oxidization
for long-term use and benefit
• Chemical resistance that can be adapted
depending on base resin as required
• Provides visual surface effects, aesthetics and
cool touch
• Design flexibility and processing ease
• Food contact compliance available
MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS
Applications in packaging and consumer goods in
which a more sustainable solution is preferred:
• Cosmetic caps and closures
• Perfume caps
• Spirit bottle caps
• Luxury boxes
• Handles and knobs
SUSTAINABILITY BENEFITS
• Formulated with partially bio-based resin
from renewable plant sources
• Reduces waste and supports the circular
economy
• Reduces carbon footprint compared to
fossil feedstock alternatives
• Simplifies manufacturing and lowers cost
versus metal
PRODUCT BULLETIN
CHARACTERISTICS UNITS
Gravi-Tech BIO
GT5200-5077
FD Natural
Gravi-Tech BIO
RS5200-5001
RS FD Natural
Gravi-Tech BIO
RS5200-5001 RS
FD Natural X1
Gravi-Tech BIO
GT5200-5003
FD Black
Gravi-Tech BIO
GT5200-5004
FD Black
Gravi-Tech BIO
GT5200-5002
FD Black
Base Resin Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Bio-based PP Bio-based PP
Recycled Content/Filler g/cm Mineral Mineral Mineral Metallic Metallic Metallic
Density (ISO 1183) g/ccm 1.90 2.0 2.0 2.0 2.5 3.0
AVAILABLE GRADES
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FlexCart Reservoir Cassette
• Key component of the FlexCart range providing the ability to change colors
in minutes
• A ten-liter container housed in a removable cassette, with built in tube
storage facility
Peristaltic Pump
• Ideal for use on shorter production runs & frequent color changes
• Re-usable with replaceable tubing
• Typically used for injection molding
Progressing Cavity Pump
• Suited to longer production runs & continuous operation
• Accurate, interchangeable & available in five sizes
• Typically used in extrusion
CMG Controllers
• CMG3000 - A robust, straightforward analogue control of metering
• CMG5000 - Expanded functions, touch screen, networking & data export
• CMG6000 - As for CMG5000 plus control of HP melt injection pumps & melt
pressure transducers
• FlexG - CMG3000 + load cell system for loss in weight functionality
Gyroscopic Mixing & Recirculating
• Gyroscopic mixing designed for the patented PlanetPak design
• FlexCart Re-Circ Dual paddle mixer designed for larger FlexCart units to
rejuvenate materials
• Systems designed to maintain liquid colors and additives in prime condition
FlexCart FlexCart Mini FlexCart Micro FlexCart Nano FlexCart M.I.
Footprint (LxW cm) 86 x 71 98 x 38 60 x 35 55 x 30 86 x 80
Typical max. throughput (kg/hr) 1000 625 250 50 120
Max. metering rate (cc/s) 10 10 10 1.8 1.25
Continuous use Yes Yes No No Yes
Transfer pumps PC/Peri Peri NA NA PC
Metering pumps PC/Peri PC/Peri PC/Peri Peri PC
Interchangeable cassette Yes Yes Yes No Yes
Typical PlanetPak delivery unit 25L 25L NA 1L 25L
Other delivery packaging IBC/LN Drum/LN LN LN NA
PC PUMP RATE (cc/rev) 0.09 0.28 0.87 2.6 5.2
RECOMMENDED OUTPUT RANGE (g/min) 0.9 to 9 2.8 to 28 8.7 to 87 26 to 260 53 to 520
PC PUMP MAX (g/min) 18 56 174 520 1040
CONTROLLER CMG 3000 FlexG CMG 5000 CMG 6000
Application
Injection Molding
Extrusion
Injection Molding
Extrusion
Injection Molding
Extrusion
Injection Molding
Extrusion
Melt Injection
Volumetric/gravimetric V
V
(weight data)
V/G V/G
Data export/network No Yes Yes Yes
Touch screen No Yes Yes Yes
Multiple log-in levels No No Yes Yes
FlexCart Model S Optional Yes No
Mini Model S No Yes No
Micro Yes No Yes No
Nano Yes No No No
Melt Injection No No No Yes
Choosing a progressive cavity pump for transfer or metering
Choosing the controller
MAKING THE RIGHT CHOICE
Here are the options which should be considered for an informed choice of combinations:
(Note: LN = 3, 5 & 10L molded container PC = Progressing Cavity Pump Peri = Peristaltic Pump)
Avient can provide support and
assistance on every aspect of liquid
color and additive processing.
Network
capable
Data
acquisition
and SPC
Web
enabled
Touch
screen
controller
User login
security
Gravimetric
functions
Custom
configuration
Remote
access
functions
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CAP PRODUCER
L U X U R Y B O T T L E C A P
• A density modified solution - ABS filled 2.2g/cm3
• Incorporates post-consumer recycled ABS content
• Ability to be metallized comparable to prime materials
• Continuity of supply
• Formulated a custom material with post-
consumer recycled ABS content
• Provided a more sustainable solution while
keeping comparable performance characteristics
to the prime grade previously used
• Enabled customer to produce bottle top with
weight, look and touch of metal, denoting luxury
Gravi-Tech™ REC Recycled Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-10/gravi-tech-luxury-spirit-cap.pdf
LUXURY CLOSURE
MANUFACTURER
L U X U R Y S P I R I T C A P
• Specific gravity of 2.2
• White color for metallic surface treatment
• Touch and feel of ceramic
• FDA compliant material
• Formulated a custom, ABS-based material
suitable for electroplating to achieve desired
weight, look, and feel of metal
• Combined material, electroplating, and
application experience and expertise to
support the process from concept to
production
Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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AVIENT SOLUTION
LEADING EV
MANUFACTURER
C H A R G I N G G U N G R I P
• Good abrasion resistance
• Excellent chemical resistance
• Nice surface finish
• Good bonding with flame retardant PC/ABS
• Provided a rubbery touch feel, chemical
resistance (including to ethanediol), and better
appearance than the incumbent TPV solution
• Eliminated a secondary process through two-
shot injection molding with good adhesion to
PC, ABS, PC/ABS, and copolyester handles
• Offered quick technical support to accelerate
the product development
KEY REQUIREMENTS
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE + BONDING
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AVIENT SOLUTION
TOUCH & GRIP WITH ESD
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