https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-09/sustainabilityreport2018.pdf
Product designers and manufacturers are turning to
thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) to replace silicone and
natural rubber.
VERSAFLEX™ TPEs allow manufacturers to switch
to more efficient processes that eliminate the time-
consuming and costly assembly operations needed for
old parts.
PolyOne’s Onflex™ Lo TPE and Maxxam™ engineered
material formulations are used for interior HVAC air
flaps, trays, console carrier and instrument panels, and
related interior parts.
https://www.avient.com/news/newly-expanded-versaflex-pf-thermoplastic-elastomers-surface-protective-films-ultra-high-adhesion-series-available-avient
With the launch of Avient’s newest Versaflex PF ultra-high adhesion TPEs, we're addressing our customers’ needs for advanced protective film solutions that can adapt to various surfaces and structures, including brushed metal, wood grain, and painted plastics while providing long-lasting protection," said Matt Mitchell, Director, Global Marketing of Specialty Engineered Materials at Avient.
https://www.avient.com/news/avient-develops-new-hardness-grades-high-performance-barricade-elastomers-portfolio
They bridge the gap between traditional TPEs and silicones with improved design flexibility, easier processing, and lighter weight solutions when compared to conventional TPVs, silicones, and thermoset rubbers.
https://www.avient.com/resource-center?document_type=59&document_subtype=117&industry=0&product_family=81&product_subfamily=0&product_name=0&op=FILTER RESULTS&form_build_id=form-AIBrY1ZyQwmzj2EruRqQQ3PVzaFba0pwYj8H3eLS67g&form_id=resource_filter_form
Bergamid™ polymer formulations and GLS™ TPEs replace metal and provide comfort and usability for Swiss soldiers pocket knife
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/sustainable-formulations/edgetek-rec-pc-recycled-polycarbonate-solutions
Recycled content TPEs for enhanced sustainability
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/sustainable-formulations/gravi-tech-bio-bio-based-formulations
Bio-Derived TPEs: reSound™ BIO
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/sustainable-formulations/gravi-tech-rec-recycled-formulations
Recycled content TPEs for enhanced sustainability
https://www.avient.com/center-of-excellence/avient-asia
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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.
https://www.avient.com/sustainability-2020
This includes masks, protective garments, medical tubing and packaging for personal care products.
https://www.avient.com/products/long-fiber-technology/long-fiber-technologies/compl-t-long-fiber-reinforced-structural-thermoplastics
Pipes, tubing, fluid management, electrical connectors, battery components, under-the-hood fuel/chemical contact components, non-structural interior components, oil and gas components
