PolyOne Introduces High Lubricity PEEK Solutions

April 22, 2014

SHANGHAI – PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a premier global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, will unveil LubriOne™ PEEK Solutions for electrical power tool applications at Chinaplas 2014. This innovative metal replacement solution helps customers to improve product performance while reducing production costs, and eliminates the need for lubrication, so that products can be nearly maintenance-free for increased durability.

“LubriOne PEEK Solutions feature lighter weight, a self-lubricated formulation and excellent mechanical properties for an integrated metal-replacement solution that enables our customers to differentiate their products while reducing system costs,” said Engguan Soh, general manager, PolyOne Engineered Materials Asia. “By also providing our customers with prompt technical service and customized flexible formulation development, we can help them better meet shifting market demands with this new technology.”

A semi-crystalline thermoplastic, LubriOne PEEK can be injection molded and extruded. Additional applications include industrial and automotive bushings, bearing cages for multiple industries, and automotive bearing thrust washers.

PolyOne will showcase LubriOne PEEK Solutions at booth N1.E41 this week at Chinaplas 2014.

About PolyOne

PolyOne Corporation, with 2013 revenues of $3.8 billion, is a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions. The company is dedicated to serving customers in diverse industries around the globe, by creating value through collaboration, innovation and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Guided by its Core Values, Sustainability Promise and No Surprises PledgeSM, PolyOne is committed to its customers, employees, communities and shareholders through ethical, sustainable and fiscally responsible principles. For more information, visit www.polyone.com.

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Jennifer Huang
Marketing Communications Manager, Asia
PolyOne Corporation
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