https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-12/Oncolor bio colorant -smartwatch housing -case study snapshot.pdf
FITNESS
SMARTWATCH
BRAND
S M A R T W A T C H H O U S I N G
• Reduce carbon footprint at least 30% by using bio-based
material
• Meet physical properties requirements such as impact
strength, UV resistance, and thermal resistance
• Provide small lot quantity for various colors
• Offered bio-based colorants to support
carbon footprint reduction
• Maintained over 80% of mechanical
properties of materials and passed QSUN &
QUV test
• Offered supply flexibilities in low volume for
a high mix of colors
OnColor Bio Colorants
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
SUSTAINABILITY + BIO-BASED MATERIAL
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https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/oncolor-bio-colorants
Slide 1: Fitness Smartwatch Brand
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-04/MAXXAM NHFR Push Buttons Case Study Snapshot.pdf
Appliance Manufacturer
APPLIANCE
MANUFACTURER
P U S H B U T T O N S
• Non-halogen to industry standards
• Lower density
• Good impact properties
• Easy to process
• High aesthetics
• Provided a non-halogenated solution while
improving the performance of the formerly used
halogenated grade
• Supported the project with various expertise in
design, regulatory and technical support
• Helped to reduce the system cost and make our
customer more competitive in the market
Maxxam NHFR Non-Halogen Flame
Retardant Polyolefin Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
NON-HALOGEN FLAME RETARDANT
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All Rights Reserved
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/flame-retardant-formulations/maxxam-fr-flame-retardant-formulations-and-maxxam-nhfr-non-halogen-flame-retardant-formulations
Appliance Manufacturer
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-05/Cesa Stat Pet Food Packaging Case Study Snapshot.pdf
F L E X IB L E PA C K AG I N G
C O M PA N Y
P E T F O O D P A C K A G I N G
• Incorporate an antistatic additive into pet food packaging
to dissipate static in hot and dry environments
• Improve efficiency within a robotic packaging process
• Support extended packaging shelf life
• Leveraged technical expertise in packaging
additives to identify a suitable formulation
for static dissipation in harsh environments
• Provided a customized and effective
antistatic additive solution that
complemented the automated packaging
process while providing added durability and
protection to extend shelf life
Cesa Stat Antistatic Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
PERFORMANCE + PROCESSING
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https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/processing-enhancement-additives/cesa-stat-antistatic-additives
Slide 1: Flexible packaging company
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/trilliant-hc8900-medical-device-housing-case-study.pdf
DEVICE
MANUFACTURER
M E D I C A L D E V I C E H O U S I N G
• Improved chemical resistance compared to PC/ABS,
PC/PET & COPE
• Flame retardant (FR) rating of V-1 at 0.75 mm
• Zero BPA & non-halogenated FR material
• Available in standard hospital grade pre-colors
• Provided a cost-effective material with superior
chemical resistance to traditional materials
• Formulated a medical-grade, semi-crystalline
blend to support regulatory testing and
approvals
• Demonstrated superior property retention and
crack resistance after exposure to hospital-
grade disinfectants, including Virex® Tb,
helping to extend the device life
Trilliant™ HC8900 Thermoplastics
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE
LEARN MORE
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https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/chemical-corrosion-resistant-formulations/trilliant-hc-healthcare-thermoplastics
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-07/ECCOH_ PF 4142 - Gel Filled Central Loose Tube Cable - Application Snapshot.pdf
EUROPEAN CABLE
MANUFACTURER
G E L - F I L L E D C E N T R A L L O O S E
T U B E C A B L E S
• Fire performance: CPR classification Cca-s1, d0, a1
• Resistance to chemicals and filling compounds
• Rigidity close to PBT
• Melting point higher than 100°C
• Developed a custom formulation to reach
required rigidity
• Eliminated hydrolysis experienced with
previous PBT material
• Provided expertise in process improvement
to help the customer achieve a more
competitive processing speed
ECCOH™ PF 4142 Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
CRUSH RESISTANCE + FIRE PERFORMANCE
LEARN MORE
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https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/eco-conscious-formulations/eccoh-low-smoke-and-fume-non-halogen-formulations
European cable manufacturer
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-02/edwards-ballistic-panels-case-study.pdf
EDWARDS DESIGN
& FABRICATION
M O D U L A R M I L I T A R Y
B A L L I S T I C S H E L T E R S
• Blast and bullet resistance to protect soldiers and military
assets in mortar pits, shelters, and guard towers
• Lightweight for portability and quick deployment without
heavy equipment
• Specific colors required to provide visual cover in the field
• Provided UL 752 Level 3 ballistic resistance,
additional protection by layering panels
• Reduced weight by 75% compared to steel,
improved portability over concrete or
sandbags
• Enabled easy installation with common
carpentry tools
• Customized color formulations to meet
needed camouflage without painting
GlasArmor™ Ballistic Resistant Composite
Panels
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
LIGHTWEIGHT BALLISTIC PROTECTION
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Army Engineer Research and Development Center
https://www.avient.com/products/advanced-composites/continuous-fiber-composite-panels/glasarmor-ballistic-resistant-panels
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/entry-door-1-page-case-study.pdf
Entry door 1-page case study
EXTERIOR DOORS
R E S I D E N T I A L & C O M M E R C I A L
Reinforcement of steel to reduce weight and provide:
• Corrosion resistance
• Improved dent resistance to withstand windborne debris
• Structural performance to meet regional wind load
requirements
• Improved resistance to corrosion and
moisture degradation
• Increased dent resistance up to 60% vs.
unreinforced metal
• Enabled reduction in thickness of sheet
metal while maintaining structural
performance
Polystrand™ PETG continuous fiber
reinforced composite laminate thermally
bonded to steel door skin
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
DENT REDUCTION + CORROSION RESISTANCE
LEARN MORE
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https://www.avient.com/products/advanced-composites/continuous-fiber-composite-tape-laminates-and-barstock/polystrand-continuous-fiber-tapes-laminates
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?
AVIENT SOLUTION
PERFORMANCE UNDER LOAD + HAPTICS
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Provided both a substrate and overmold
material that delivered improved
performance over incumbent solutions
• Offered material expertise and onsite
technical support to select formulations that
could be used in existing tooling
• Maintained open communications to
manage supply and ensure rapid turnaround
to meet customer deadlines
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations/nymax-bergamid-polymer
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/johnmidea_0.pdf
JOHN MIDEA
Senior Vice President, Global Operations and Process Improvement
John Midea is senior vice president, Global Operations and Process Improvement at
Avient Corporation, a premier provider of specialized and sustainable material solutions
and services.
Midea previously was president and CEO Resco Products and president and COO at
Ennis Traffic Solutions.
Avient Corporation • 33587 Walker Road • Avon Lake, Ohio 44012 • 440.930.1000 • www.avient.com
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-02/lubrione-cable-slide-case-study-one-pager.pdf
OUTDOOR OEM
C A B L E S L I D E
• Reduce wear and improve performance to minimize noise
and string fraying caused by highly repetitive use
• Increase lubricity while maintaining balance of rigidity and
impact strength
• Perform in outdoor environments
• Reduce total part price
LubriOne™ Internally Lubricated Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
OPTIMIZED COEFFICIENT OF FRICTION
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Utilized material expertise to present
multiple customized options, allowing the
customer to select a solution that best met
both cost and performance requirements
• Quickly turned around a specialty
formulation that outperformed the incumbent
and competitive materials being reviewed
• Delivered solution that worked with existing
tooling to minimize costs
• Supported material transition with coefficient
of friction testing and live technical service
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations/lubrione-internally-lubricated-formulations