Fluoropolymers are also enabling new technologies: they are used as films that function as a lightweight alternative to glass in solar panels, and to make safe batteries for electric vehicles. 1SPI, “History of Fluoropolymers” https://www.fluorotec.com/news/blog/the-history-of-ptfe/

This video explores how the new Avient.com can help users explore new ideas and find just the right solution.

This new way of working will facilitate all purchase orders and invoices, being managed through the Coupa Supplier Portal. To log into the portal (if you already have an account) or create a new account, go to this page.

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In another example, Brooks Sports chose a high-performance, customized TPE for a new running shoe cushioning technology. Within a month of its release, the first shoe with the new technology was featured as the “Editor’s Choice” in the Runner’s World Spring 2010 Shoe Guide.

MAJOR TELECOM COMPANY B A S E S T A T I O N P H A S E S H I F T E R • Required customized Dk / Df values tailored to a unique antenna design • Quick qualification of designs and short lead times were critical to support the rapid rollout of new 5G networks • Met required Dk / Df properties using two customized solutions offering Dk 3.6, Df 0.0006 and Dk 3.1, Df 0.0007 • Accelerated speed to market due to thermoplastics’ design flexibility Custom Edgetek™ Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

VICTORINOX S W I S S S O L D I E R ’ S K N I F E Transition from metal to polymer handle that would be more ergonomic and provide: • Scratch and chemical resistance • Impact resistance and durability • A grippy, soft-touch feel • Collaborated with the customer to fully understand and meet their design challenges and goals • Used design and material expertise to develop a customized two-material solution that met all key requirements • Enabled the customer to produce a new, innovative product appealing to its consumers Bergamid™ nylon copolymer overmolded with GLS™ TPE KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

CABLE MANUFACTURER L O O S E T U B E T E L E C O M S C A B L E • Low shrinkage (< 1%) • Consistent flame retardancy • Suitable gel resistance • Cold behaviour at - 40°C • Reduce total cost ownership • Improved processing compared to existing LSFOH material, increasing speed up to 800 m/min • Provided consultancy on processing parameters and tooling • Reduced cable thickness to 0.1mm & reduced shrinkage • Enabled customer to enter into new applications and cable designs due to the versatility of the material ECCOH™ 6151 LSFOH Formulations KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

CABLE MANUFACTURER J A C K E T F O R P O W E R C A B L E • High tear resistance > 11 N/mm • High environmental stress cracking resistance (ESCR) • Cost efficient solution • Hot pressure resistance above 80°C • Provided a jacket solution that complies with LTS1 requirements as per the BS 7655-6.1 standard • Enabled use in over-armored cables operating at a maximum conductor temperature of 90°C • Supported our customer in optimizing the processing of the new material ECCOH LSFOH 5983 Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?