https://www.avient.com/center-of-excellence/avient-asia
Telephone:+86 20 28 20 22 22
1-A/1, Sector-20 Korangi Industrial Area
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-brings-sustainable-innovation-npe-2024
ColorMatrix™ AAnchor™ Acetaldehyde Control Technology: a finalist for Product Technology Innovation of the Year for sustainable packaging at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) 2024, this specially formulated acetaldehyde scavenger for PET packaging developed to improve recyclability, enhance bottle quality, and meet compliance with regulatory limits – winner will be announced during PRSE 2024 in Amsterdam, June 19-20, 2024
Cesa™ Unify™ A4R Polyolefin Compatibilizer: also a finalist for Product Technology Innovation of the Year for sustainable packaging at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe (PRSE) 2024, this innovative additive enables the use of recycled polyolefins by creating a homogenous polymer mixture, bridging the gap between virgin and recycled polymers, promoting circularity and sustainability – winner will be announced during PRSE 2024 in Amsterdam, June 19-20, 2024
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/Credit%2520Suisse%2520June%252026%25202013.pdf
EPS: $1.00
First Quarter Financial Highlights
• 14th consecutive quarter of double digit adjusted earnings per
share growth
• 29 percent increase in adjusted EPS
34 percent increase in Specialty operating income
Growth from all regions
Virtually all organic growth
• Strengthened our financial
position
Page 13
• Total Debt at 3/31/13
Less: Cash
Net Debt
• Available Liquidity
Cash
ABL Availability
Total Liquidity
• Net Debt / EBITDA = 2.7x*
$169
285
$454
$1,056
169
$887
$50
$360
$600
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
2015 2020 2023
Debt Maturities
As of March 31, 2013
($ millions)
Page 14
Coupon Rates: 7.500% 7.375% 5.250%
*Pro Forma TTM with no synergies related to Spartech acquisition & excludes resin assets
Debt Maturities & Liquidity Summary – 3/31/13
Cash Balance = $169M
Net Debt / EBITDA* = 2.7x
• Repurchased
840k shares in Q1
2013
• 19.1 million
shares are
available for
repurchase under
the current
authorization
Share
Repurchase
• Introduced a
quarterly dividend
in Q1 2011 and
increased in Q1
2012 (25%) and
Q1 2013 (20%)
• Objective of
maintaining and
growing
Dividends
• Expanding our
sales, marketing,
and technical
capabilities is top
priority
• Investing in
operational and
LSS initiatives
(including synergy
capture)
• CAPEX
Organic
Growth
• Targets that expand our:
• Specialty offering
• End market presence
• Geographic footprint
• Synergy opportunities
• Adjacent material solutions
Acquisitions
*TTM with no synergies related to the Spartech acquisition
Use of Cash
Page 15
Why Invest In PolyOne?
Strong past performance demonstrates that our
strategy and execution are working
• Megatrends align with our strengths
• Innovation and services provide differentiation
and competitive advantage
• Strong and proven management team driving
growth and performance
• Addressable market exceeds $40 billion
The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company
2015 Target: $2.50 Adjusted EPS
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Schedule I
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)
(Dollars in millions, except per share data)
Below is a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable measures
calculated and presented in accordance with U.S.
Platform operating income mix percentage 2005Y* 2006Y* 2007Y* 2008Y* 2009Y* 2010Y* 2011Y*
Global Specialty Engineered Materials $ 0.4 $ 3.9 $ 4.9 $ 17.6 $ 20.6 $ 49.7 $ 45.9
Global Color, Additives and Inks 4.3 8.9 25.7 28.1 25.2 37.7 43.4
Specialty Platform $ 4.7 $ 12.8 $ 30.6 $ 45.7 $ 45.8 $ 87.4 $ 89.3
Performance Products and Solutions 75.7 64.2 65.8 31.3 33.1 54.0 62.4
Distribution 19.5 19.2 22.1 28.1 24.8 42.0 56.0
SunBelt Joint Venture 91.9 102.9 34.8 28.6 25.5 18.9 5.0
Corporate (51.5) 34.5 (73.3) (425.1) 7.9 (27.7) 20.3
Operating income (loss) GAAP $ 140.3 $ 233.6 $ 80.0 $ (291.4) $ 137.1 $ 174.6 $ 233.0
Less: Corporate operating expense (income) 51.5 (34.5) 73.3 425.1 (7.9) 27.7 (20.3)
Operating income excluding Corporate $ 191.8 $ 199.1 $ 153.3 $ 133.7 $ 129.2 $ 202.3 $ 212.7
Specialty platform operating mix percentage 2% 6% 20% 34% 35% 43% 42%
Platform operating income mix percentage 2012Y* 2012PF**
Global Specialty Engineered Materials $ 47.0 $ 47.7
Global Color, Additives and Inks 66.8 81.6
Designed Structures & Solutions -- 20.9
Specialty Platform $ 113.8 $ 150.2
Performance Products and Solutions 74.9 37.4
Distribution 66.0 66.0
Corporate (87.6) ( 87.9)
)Operating income GAAP $ 167.1 $ 165.7
Less: Corporate operating expense 87.6 87.9
Operating income excluding Corporate $ 254.7 $ 253.6
45% 60%
* Historical results include the Resin and Specialty Coatings businesses within the Performance Products and Solutions segment.
** Pro Forma results include Spartech and Glasforms acquisitions, Specialty Coatings reclass and excludes the Resin business assets.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/dB%2520June%2520Presentation%2520June%252012%25202013%2520%25282%2529.pdf
Use of Non GAAP Measures
Page 3
-150.00%
-100.00%
-50.00%
0.00%
50.00%
100.00%
150.00%
200.00%
250.00%
300.00%
350.00%
PolyOne S&P 500
Strategy and Execution Drive Results
Page 4
• Since 2006, PolyOne stock has expanded approximately 300% vs. a 30% increase in the S&P 500
All time closing high of
$26.63
May 28, 2013
The World’s Premier Provider of Specialized
Polymer Materials, Services & Solutions
Four Pillar Strategy
Page 5
2013 Portfolio Transformation Highlights
• Substantial organic mix improvement drives 29% increase in
first quarter EPS – 14th consecutive quarter of double-digit
EPS growth
• Completed acquisition of Spartech
• Announced the creation of a new Specialty segment –
Designed Structures and Solutions
• Completed the sale of our non-core resin
assets
• Realigned our Specialty Coatings
business into our GCAI segment
Page 6
0.12
0.27 0.21
0.13
0.68
0.82
1.00
2.50
$0.00
$0.25
$0.50
$0.75
$1.00
$1.25
$1.50
$1.75
$2.00
$2.25
$2.50
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010* 2011* 2012* 2015
Target
Ad
ju
st
ed
E
ar
ni
ng
s P
er
S
ha
re
Appliance
6%
Building &
Construction
13%
Wire & Cable
Electrical &
Electronics
4%
Consumer
Packaging
18%
Industrial
10%
Misc.
5%
HealthCare
Transportation
16%
Textiles
1%
PP&S
15%
Specialty
Distribution
25%
United
States
70%
Europe
14%
Canada
8%
Asia
5%
Latin
America
3%
2012 Revenues: $4.0 Billion*
End Markets*
2012 Revenues: $4.0 Billion*
EPS
Page 7
* Pro Forma includes FY2012 results for Spartech (11/03/12 YE) and Glasforms & excludes resin assets
PolyOne
At A Glance
* Restated to exclude discontinued operations
Old
PolyOne Transformation
*Operating Income excludes corporate charges and special items
**Pro Forma results include Spartech and Glasforms acquisitions, Specialty Coatings reclass and excludes resin assets
2%
34% 43% 45%
60%
65 –
75%
0%
20%
40%
60%
80%
100%
2005 2008 2010 2012 2012PF** 2015
%
o
f O
pe
ra
tin
g
In
co
m
e*
JV's PP&S Distribution Specialty
Specialty OI $5M $46M $87M $114M $150M Target
Mix Shift Highlights Specialty Transformation
2015
Target
Page 8
2007 Q1 2013 2015
Target
1) Operating Income %
Specialty:
Global Color, Additives & Inks 4.6% 11.7% 12 – 16%
Global Specialty Engineered
Materials 1.3% 10.1% 12 – 16%
Designed Structures & Solutions -- 4.6% 8 – 10%
Performance Products &
Solutions 6.1% 8.1% 9 – 12%
Distribution 3.0% 6.0% 6 – 7.5%
2) Specialty Platform % of
Operating Income 20% 60% 65 – 75%
3) ROIC* (after-tax) 7% 9.2% 15%
4) Adjusted EPS Growth N/A 29% Double Digit
Expansion
Proof of Performance & 2015 Goals
*ROIC is defined as TTM adjusted OI divided by the sum of average debt and equity over a 5 quarter period
Page 9
*Percentage of Specialty Platform revenue from products introduced in last five years
19.5%
50.0%
2006 Q1 2013
$20.3
$41.9
2006 2012
14.3%
27.8%
2006 Q1 2013
Research & Development
Spending
Specialty Platform
Vitality Index Progression*
Innovation Drives Earnings Growth
($ millions)
Specialty Platform
Gross Margin %
Page 10
Positioned for Strong Growth
2015 Target
Rev: $5B
Adj.
EPS: $1.00
First Quarter Financial Highlights
• 14th consecutive quarter of double digit adjusted earnings per
share growth
• 29 percent increase in adjusted EPS
34 percent increase in Specialty operating income
Growth from all regions
Virtually all organic growth
• Strengthened our financial
position
Page 12
• Total Debt at 3/31/13
Less: Cash
Net Debt
• Available Liquidity
Cash
ABL Availability
Total Liquidity
• Net Debt / EBITDA = 2.7x*
$169
285
$454
$1,056
169
$887
$50
$360
$600
$0
$100
$200
$300
$400
$500
$600
$700
$800
2015 2020 2023
Debt Maturities
As of March 31, 2013
($ millions)
Page 13
Coupon Rates: 7.500% 7.375% 5.250%
*Pro Forma TTM with no synergies related to Spartech acquisition & excludes resin assets
Debt Maturities & Liquidity Summary – 3/31/13
Cash Balance = $169M
Net Debt / EBITDA* = 2.7x
• Repurchased
840k shares in Q1
2013
• 19.1 million
shares are
available for
repurchase under
the current
authorization
Share
Repurchase
• Introduced a
quarterly dividend
in Q1 2011 and
increased in Q1
2012 (25%) and
Q1 2013 (20%)
• Objective of
maintaining and
growing
Dividends
• Expanding our
sales, marketing,
and technical
capabilities is top
priority
• Investing in
operational and
LSS initiatives
(including synergy
capture)
• CAPEX
Organic
Growth
• Targets that expand our:
• Specialty offering
• End market presence
• Geographic footprint
• Synergy opportunities
• Adjacent material solutions
Acquisitions
*TTM with no synergies related to the Spartech acquisition
Use of Cash
Page 14
Why Invest In PolyOne?
Strong past performance demonstrates that our
strategy and execution are working
• Megatrends align with our strengths
• Innovation and services provide differentiation
and competitive advantage
• Strong and proven management team driving
growth and performance
• Addressable market exceeds $40 billion
The New PolyOne: A Specialty Growth Company
2015 Target: $2.50 Adjusted EPS
Page 15
Schedule I
Reconciliation of Non-GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited)
(Dollars in millions, except per share data)
Below is a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable measures
calculated and presented in accordance with U.S.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-05/2021-colormatrix-quick-guide-to-liquid-color.pdf
available from Avient
POLYMERS
• PET
• Polyolefins
• PVC
COLOR TYPES*
• Tints
• Translucents
• Opaques
• Special effects
• Additive additions
(functional colors)
PROCESSES
• Injection Stretch
Blow Molding (ISBM)
• Injection molding
• Extrusion Blow
Molding (EBM)
• Extrusion
Sheet, Fiber, Film
Avient ColorMatrix has pioneered the development of liquid
color dispersions since the 1970s and is now considered the
leading global innovator and supplier of liquid colorants for
thermoplastic and silicone applications.
POLYMER/CARRIER COMPATIBILITY IN PET
100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
% light
transmission
at 500 nm
Process window is opened up
allowing greater process capability
Carrier A:
ColorMatrix advanced
carrier technology (current)
Carrier B:
Early-mid 2000s
Carrier C:
Pre-2000s
% dose
4.53.5 4.03.02.52.01.51.00.50
HOW LIQUID HELPS
Expertly formulated liquid color systems can deliver significant benefits and greater long-
term value in use than alternative colorant systems for an ever expanding range of product
applications and production processes.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-05/2021-colormatrix-quick-guide-to-liquid-color_0.pdf
available from Avient
POLYMERS
• PET
• Polyolefins
• PVC
COLOR TYPES*
• Tints
• Translucents
• Opaques
• Special effects
• Additive additions
(functional colors)
PROCESSES
• Injection Stretch
Blow Molding (ISBM)
• Injection molding
• Extrusion Blow
Molding (EBM)
• Extrusion Sheet,
Fiber, Film
Avient ColorMatrix has pioneered the development of liquid
color dispersions since the 1970s and is now considered the
leading global innovator and supplier of liquid colorants for
thermoplastic and silicone applications.
POLYMER/CARRIER COMPATIBILITY IN PET
100
90
80
70
60
50
40
30
20
% light
transmission
at 500 nm
Process window is opened up
allowing greater process capability
Carrier A:
ColorMatrix advanced
carrier technology (current)
Carrier B:
Early-mid 2000s
Carrier C:
Pre-2000s
% dose
4.53.5 4.03.02.52.01.51.00.50
HOW LIQUID HELPS
Expertly formulated liquid color systems can deliver significant benefits and greater long-
term value in use than alternative colorant systems for an ever expanding range of product
applications and production processes.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/lawn-and-garden-maker-adds-appeal-profitability?ind[]=6596
Jul 20, 2020
To provide a secure grip for safety and usability, the company planned to overmold a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) onto the handle and other selected areas of the sprayer.
Gripping feel = safety and usability for customers: Hand grips created from overmolded OnFlex-S TPE provide excellent anti-slip performance even when wet.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/lawn-and-garden-maker-adds-appeal-profitability?pname[]=10744
Jul 20, 2020
To provide a secure grip for safety and usability, the company planned to overmold a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) onto the handle and other selected areas of the sprayer.
Gripping feel = safety and usability for customers: Hand grips created from overmolded OnFlex-S TPE provide excellent anti-slip performance even when wet.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/lawn-and-garden-maker-adds-appeal-profitability?rtype[]=1124
Jul 20, 2020
To provide a secure grip for safety and usability, the company planned to overmold a thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) onto the handle and other selected areas of the sprayer.
Gripping feel = safety and usability for customers: Hand grips created from overmolded OnFlex-S TPE provide excellent anti-slip performance even when wet.
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?