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The Starting Point: Intrinsic Design
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
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Color and effect trends for inspired plastic designs
Create impactful aesthetics for your future plastic products using our ColorForward™ annual color and effect trend forecasting guide.
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How to Lightweight Automotive Components
Exploring Three Key Opportunities for Metal-to-Plastic Conversion
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Deep Black Shades for Polyester Textiles
Achieve intense fade-resistant jet-black shades in polyester textiles with deep black colorants for the eco-conscious spin-dyeing process.
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Creating Circular Composites: Challenges and Opportunities for Polymer Materials Engineers
The Path to Sustainability
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Designing Parts to Meet Sustainability Goals
Exploring the various possibilities when incorporating sustainability into part design.
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Pultruded Composites: A Design and Material Engineer's Guide
This guide will explore the benefits, drawbacks, and target applications of pultruded composites.
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A Guide to NIAS: Prioritizing Safety and Sustainability in Plastic Food Packaging
This guide will explore the industry impact of NIAS and how to ensure safety and sustainability in plastic food and beverage packaging.
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Understanding PCR in Closure Applications
Understanding the challenges of incorporating PCR and exploring potential solutions.
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Strategies to Manage Your Carbon Footprint
A guide to defining, reducing, and calculating your carbon footprint.
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Comparing Sustainable TPEs to Traditional Alternatives
Explore the differences between sustainable TPEs, conventional TPEs, and silicone.
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Understanding TPE Material and Performance for Enabling 5G Technologies
Discover the effects of material formulations and thickness on dielectric performance
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Enhance Electric Vehicle Battery Design and Performance
Discover the advantages of using engineered polymers in EV battery applications.
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Getting More Efficient with Polymer Colorants
A look at the challenges and potential solutions when ordering and using smaller amounts of colorants.
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Traceability for Recycled Textiles
Support recycled content labels for synthetic textiles with a low-investment traceability solution.
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Developing Your ESG Framework
A guide for describing, evaluating, and reporting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data.
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Sustainable Packaging with Collapsible Totes
Learn about these efficient, safe and sustainability-enabling containers
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New Life for Aging Pipe
Learn how a pipe liner helped a major equipment manufacturer and customer extend the longevity of a piping system and reduce exposure to unsafe chemicals.
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Change the Way You Dye Textiles
Change the way you dye fibers with a technology that uses no water and less energy than the classic bath-dyeing technology.
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Making Plastic Parts More Sustainable
Using bio-based and recycled materials in your finished products
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Can Polyketone (PK) Materials Provide an Alternative to Polyoxymethylene (POM)?
Download this free study to determine if PK can address POM’s toxicity and sustainability issues without sacrificing performance.
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Understanding the needs and challenges of photovoltaic cable
Hear from Meenali Parsekar, Product Manager of Wire and Cable at Avient, to learn more on his take on manufacturing photovoltaic cable.
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Get to Know Composite Sandwich Structures
Design optimization, predictive tools, and best practices for working with thermoplastic composite sandwich panels
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Forming Methods and Applications
Learn more about forming methods and applications that benefit from the advantages of CFRTPs
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Thermoplastic Composites Characteristics and Advantages
Explore how the versatility of continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites can help you minimize weight and maximize design efficiency
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碳足迹管理策略
定义、减少和计算碳足迹的指南
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Could polyketone be the next-generation nylon alternative?
Understanding the performance attributes and limitations of polyketone
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Tough Enough to Protect the Power Grid
Modular ballistic protection made possible with GlasArmor™ composites
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Composite Tripod Stands Out from the Crowd
Innovative, rollable tripod design gains strength and durability from composites
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Understanding the Chemical Resistance of TPEs
Exploring the performance of various TPE types
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New Horizons for Fiber Optic Cable
The case for high-performance material solutions
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Increasing Supply Security for Medical Plastics
Minimize the risk of supply disruptions for healthcare plastic colorants and functional additives
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Healthcare Bio-based Polymer Solutions
Switching to bio-based solutions for adding color and performance to healthcare plastics
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Balancing Beauty and Sustainability with TPEs
Explore the design options & challenges of TPEs with sustainable content
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Changing Regulations of IVDR
Understanding the relevant changes and resulting challenges of the EU IVDR
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Medical Wearables: The New Frontier of Healthcare
Listen in as we discuss a popular topic – medical wearables
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How to Protect Blow-Molded Bottles from Drop-Impact Damage
Design bottles that will stay protected, despite drops and impact
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How to Solve Pearlescence and Haze Challenges in Blow Molded Bottles
How to manage unwanted coloring in blow molded bottles
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Emerging Trends and Top 10 Production Challenges for Blow Molded Bottles
Learn about exciting trends and commonly-faced production challenges
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Changing Dynamics of USP
Learn more about the what and when of the coming changes to USP 661
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What’s The Difference?™ Fillers & Reinforcements
We take an objective look at the types of polymer fillers and reinforcements available and which ones will give you the results you’re seeking.
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Exploring Fluoropolymers
A family of high-performance materials that are widely used today
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Reinforcing a Stronger Infrastructure
Thermoplastic composites enable advancements in oil and gas pipe through corrosion resistance, reduced weight, and flexible reinforcement.
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Transform Product Development with FEA
Learn 4 ways engineering simulation aids the design process
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New Aesthetix
Innovative Aesthetic Solutions for Thermoplastics
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Carbon Fiber Composites
Strong, lightweight alternative for metal and wood applications
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Protecting Polymers from Microbe Growth
Examine the research behind TPEs with antimicrobial additives
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What's the Difference™? TPEs vs. Silicones
This high-level, objective look at both TPEs and LSR touches on some key topics to consider in three critical categories—design, production and performance—to help you make a more informed decision.
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Closing the Packaging Loop with Post-consumer Recycled PET
Oxygen scavenger reduces PET haze and improves recyclability for consumer packaging in the circular economy.
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Reducing Weight in Automotive Parts
Foaming agent decreases dashboard weight by 20% while improving part bending strength, ultimately enhancing vehicle safety.
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Improving the Performance of Protective Face Masks
Improved dielectric properties in face masks increases filtration efficiency and extends shelf life.
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Utilizing Ocean Plastic for a More Circular Economy
Recycled content formulations help brand owners deliver on their sustainability goals, reduce waste, and work towards a circular economy.
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Let’s Get Circular
Find out how Avient’s solutions are helping to help meet Germany’s ambitious sustainability targets for a plastics circular economy.
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Advanced Composites Explained
This comprehensive guide covers everything from the basics of composites to the properties, advantages, and common applications.
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Lightweight and Strong
Watch the webinar to explore the critical performance advantages of composite sandwich panels
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TPE For Beginners
Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) are used to create durable products that we use everyday. Learn how to design with TPEs and the advantages of using this eco-friendly material.
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Considering In-House Plastisol Production?
Weigh the pros and cons in these seven key categories
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Weathering the Storm with Advanced Composites
Reliability and resilience of electrical transmission & distribution components gets a boost with fiber-reinforced composites
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Designing for Sustainability
4 Pillars of Sustainable Design for Consumer Electronics
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No Gambling on a Successful Molded-In Color Transition
Discover our novel design and engineering approach enabling superior prediction of molded-in color aesthetics
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The Starting Point: Intrinsic Design
Download our free eBook with actionable insights on materials-centered design.
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High Performance Thermoplastics eBook
A valuable resource for anyone considering these advanced polymers.
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Cutting Edge Product Development with Rada Cutlery
Design services and specialty materials combine for a differentiated new product line
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Bringing Global Vision 2020’s USee™ to Life
A Pioneering Vision Correction Solution for the Developing World
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Accelerate Product Development with Predictive Analytics
Learn the basics of FEA: What it can do and how it helps
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Qualidade em design
Para ajudá-lo a reduzir o risco de não conformidade regulamentar para dispositivos médicos e embalagens farmacêuticas, vamos começar pelo início - os bastidores dos materiais usados e nosso processo de Qualidade em design (QbD).
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Men’s Grooming Packaging
In the men’s grooming market, packaging is a crucial tool to attract consumers and get them to choose your product.
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Ski Boot Design & Color
Color and design are vital when pitching ski boots to different personality types.
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VÍDEO: Corantes OnColor™ Naturals
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Smarter Materials™ for Mobile Phone Cases
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Success Stories with Engineered Polymers
Check out our library of resources highlighting some of the ways we’ve supported success for our customers.
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Design Guides for Engineered Polymers
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Thermoset vs. Thermoplastic Polymer Matrix
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Smart Colorants™
Saiba como usar corantes sólidos e líquidos de forma eficaz.
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TrendWatch: Medical Wearables + Digital Health
Saiba por que os materiais corretos são importantes para atender demandas crescentes
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Compósitos avançados para proteção balística
Veja como compósitos de fibras contínuas aumentam a proteção e segurança no mundo em que vivemos
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TPEs (elastômeros termoplásticos) resistentes a manchas para Blue Jeans
4 Ways Blue Jean Stain Resistance TPEs Can Streamline Designs for White and Light-Colored Phone Cases
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Polímeros desenvolvidos para painéis ADAS
Proteja seus eletrônicos ADAS (Sistema de assistência avançada ao motorista) com polímeros condutores de calor, de dissipação estática e de blindagem contra IEM/IRF
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Três maneiras para incrementar embalagens de cosméticos
Descubra como os TPEs (elastômeros termoplásticos) estão ajudando proprietários de marcas e conversores a criar embalagens de cosméticos que duram.
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A sua água de coco é tão fresca quanto você pensa?
Saiba mais sobre seleção de embalagens para conteúdos delicados.
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Incremente a aparência interna de veículos
Equilibre fatores sensoriais para ganhar a atenção do consumidor.
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Cargas e reforços explicados
Saiba como escolher a melhor carga ou reforço para suas aplicações.
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Distância percorrida
Reduza o atrito e o desgaste resultante para aumentar a vida útil do sistema automotivo.
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Materiais para mobilidade avançada
Descubra como os materiais estão tornando o futuro da mobilidade pessoal possível.
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Anti-counterfeiting technologies
Discover the pros and cons of anti-counterfeiting technologies.
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Paddlesports Equipment Done Right
Explore these three tips for designing paddlesports equipment that exceeds expectations.
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Laser Marking Made Simple
Learn how you can achieve permanent results with laser marking additives.
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Structural Performance Gets an Upgrade
Learn how a composite brace helped a major OEM create an underbody with lighter weight and improved structural integrity.
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UV Barrier Additives
These three considerations will help your application harness the power of UV barrier additives.
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Three Color Mistakes to Avoid
Discover the top three pitfalls to avoid in order to maximize color in your operations.
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UV Light Blocking for PET Beverage Packaging
Find out the top 5 benefits that UV light blockers for PET beverage packaging offer brand owners and packaging designers.
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Get the Paint Out!
These components win by losing the paint and saying yes to molded-in color.
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TPE Grips for Indoor Applications
See how adding a soft-touch grip to common household products can improve the sensory experience.
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Amped-Up Off-Road Performance
Incremente a experiência em trilhas com materiais poliméricos avançados que promovem inovação.
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Automotive Color’s Role
How can you use color to not only catch a buyer’s attention, but also their aspirations?
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TPE Grips for Outdoor Applications
See how adding a TPE grip can boost premium consumer value and attract new buyers.
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Decrease LED Temperature, Increase Value
Learn how polymers and design help manage heat in LED applications.
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Fighting Fog in Food Packaging
Additives can help provide a solution to unappealing fog and keep packages looking customer-friendly.
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Automotive Design Trends
Stay a step ahead of industry developments and design with consumers in mind.
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The Secret to Controlling Interior Vehicle Dust
Maintain a clean look throughout manufacturing, shipping and showroom display.
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Nylon 6 vs. Nylon 66
Explore the differences between nylon 6 and nylon 66 to find out which is right for you.
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Luxurious Packaging
Your brand connotes luxury. Your packaging should too.
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TPEs for Portable Speakers
See how thermoplastic elastomers can bring astounding design, increased performance and high durability to your electronic products.
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Consumer Electronics and TPEs
Discover how thermoplastic elastomers can change the game for consumer electronics design.
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Saiba mais sobre TPE (Elastômeros termoplásticos) para saúde
Find out how and where these game-changing materials are being used.
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Packaging Innovations
Looking for attractive and functional packaging materials? Think TPEs.
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Packaging That Saves Space
See our patent-pending design that provides the functionality of rigid packaging in the most efficient footprint possible.
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Explore Color & Design
Learn how inspired color and design can engage the senses and emotions.
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Combat Counterfeits
Counterfeiting is a problem that extends well beyond the designer apparel and film industries. Are your products at risk?
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Regulatory Issues
An overview on navigating through the regulatory maze.
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Benefits of Metal Replacement
Why consider plastics in lieu of metal? Read some of the primary benefits.
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Lightweighting Simplified
An overview of the impact of removing weight, and subsequently improving ergonomics and fuel efficiency.
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Ammo Maker Gets Revolutionary
Learn more about how PolyCase Ammunition improved design and function with high-density composites.
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VÍDEO: Managing Skin Irritation for TPE Wearables
This webinar highlights root causes and details remedies for wearable electronics designers.
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Vídeo: Avoid Mistakes in Consumer Electronics
This webinar explains the top ten mistakes that consumer electronics manufacturers make during the material selection process and how they can be avoided.
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FIVE WAYS TO ENHANCE ERGONOMICS
Learn about the multiple benefits available when adding TPEs to your products.
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Vídeo: Using Thermochromic Effect TPEs
Learn how to use TPEs that change color as temperature changes.
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Medical Stoppers, Improved
Learn more about a specially formulated TPE that offers excellent resealing, low levels of coring, and better manufacturing efficiency compared to traditional materials.
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How to Enhance Auto Interiors
Learn how a material combined high quality, high productivity, and low production cost to meet the needs of both OEMs and their suppliers.
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Three Ways That Soft Touch Enhances Consumer Products
Learn how to enhance the aesthetics and ergonomics of your consumer product with TPEs.
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Four Ways to Improve Surface Aesthetics with TPEs
Learn four ways to improve your product's sensory and visual qualities with TPEs.
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Winning Impact Modification: Using TPEs
Discover how one manufacturer improved performance and reduced weight for $500,000 in annual savings.
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Evite erros ao reduzir o peso
Four ways to ensure you don’t take any missteps when removing weight.
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Achieving Color Harmony
Read how we helped one electric carmaker shorten lead times and fine-tune color harmony in key molded interior parts.
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TPE Tackles Critical Issues, Saves $100,000
Custom TPE addresses critical issues and delivers $100,000 in annual savings.
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Garden Sprayer Gets a Grip
A leading garden equipment manufacturer creates a new, high-end line of sprayers using TPEs to enhance quality, durability and aesthetics.
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MEDICAL OEM Boosts Productivity
Learn how this contract manufacturer reduced rejects and added $100,000 to its annual bottom line.
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TPEs for safety, durability, branding
Adding safety, durability and signature blue color gave one medical device manufacturer the edge on its competition.
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Improve Medical Overmolding
Medical hose manufacturer lowers costs and achieves higher flow by switching to TPE.
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Vibration Reduction and More
Manufacturer improves saw cover while increasing efficiency, reducing scrap and saving $55,000 annually with overmolding process.
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Mouse Goes Premium with Soft Touch
Enhanced user experience drives increased market share and over $400,000 in new sales revenue.
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Protect Auto Interiors
Find out how one supplier optimized properties, processing with UV-stable materials.
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Eliminate paint? No problem
Masterbatch approach eliminates added cost, chemical volatility of painting.
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Tier 1 Drives Savings
New material leads to cycle time improvement, reduced maintenance costs and color standardization.
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Reduzindo custos com fiação solar
This single-layer jacket amps up photovoltaic wire offering for a leading manufacturer.
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RoHS Compliance Expands Markets
Learn how Kalas expanded its offerings by reducing heavy metal in wire, cable.
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EMI Shielding Adds Speed
Shielding connectors deliver higher speeds, lower costs than ever before.
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Radiation Shielding Without Lead
Global medical device OEM outpaces competition with non-lead CT scanner components.
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TPE in Medical Device Saves $175,000
After turning to Avient for help, a manufacturer successfully reduces costs for a new valve insert by $175,000.
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Heat Dissipation Solution
One manufacturer cut heat sink costs and improved agility for LED lighting assemblies by replacing aluminum.
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Durablility, Simplified
Manufacturer finds improved durability and cost-effectiveness for plastic spinning tubes & bobbins.
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Non-halogen TPEs in Electrical Junction Boxes
Non-halogen boxes deliver production efficiencies and increase sustainability.
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Microbe Protection for Catheters
A breakthrough formulation improves the antimicrobial properties of tiny medical tubing.
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Meeting FDA Requirements with TPE
Innovative dosing adapter helps parents avoid dispensing too much liquid medication to their children, and achieves greater production efficiencies.
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Savings and Appeal for Automotive Interior
Automaker delivers 'wow' factor and $500,000 in annual savings with new colorant plus additive.
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Running Shoe Innovation with TPEs
Find out how a premier shoe manufacturer created a breakthrough product that adapts to impact.
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Additives for Productivity
Find out how a luxury European automaker met peak demand with a new cycle time reduction additive.
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Cutting Weight, Freeing Design
With help from PolyOne, auto parts manufacturer HellermannTyton finds a nylon lightweighting solution.
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LED Heat Sinks
A shift from metal drives an improved product line for one component manufacturer.
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