https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Bergamid Polymer Formulations - Military Helmet - Case Study Snapshot.pdf
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
MANUFACTURER
M I L I T A R Y H E L M E T P A R T S
• High impact resistance
• RAL 6031 – military green color
• High molecular weight
• Met impact resistance requirements for
military helmets
• Delivered strong collaboration with Avient
Design team and service
• Provided specific RAL color matching for
military application
Bergamid™ Polymer Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-04/Glucose Monitor Case Study Snapshot.pdf
CONTINUOUS GLUCOSE
MONITORING OEM
C G M S Y S T E M M O N I T O R
• Provide color options that work within a limited existing
pigment set
• Offer regulatory support in achieving approval for new
color formulations
• Shorten development time to gain faster approvals and
realize lower costs
• Offered color options that met desired
aesthetics and moods utilizing the approved
pigment set while creating a distinct color
difference from an existing device
• Provided support in achieving regulatory
approvals, resulting in significant cost and
time savings
• Compressed the timeline through on-site
color visualization, exploration, and
formulation of new colors
ColorWorks™ Design Center, Phoenix, AZ
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-07/Lewiston 308872_en_13485_21%5B43%5D.pdf
Lewiston, ME, 04240
United States of America
Scope
Avient CAI
Design and manufacture of colour and additive
concentrates and specialty compounds for
the Healthcare and Medical device market.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-04/case-study-one-pager-gravi-tech-toothbrush-base.pdf
ITALIAN MOLDER &
PART PRODUCER
L U X U R Y T O O T H B R U S H B A S E
• Density 4.0 SG
• Low water absorption
• Good mechanical performance
• Chemical resistance to toothpaste and cleaning products
• Worked in close collaboration with customer
to fully understand material requirements
• Provided an alternative to metal with the
processing and recyclability benefits of a
polymer
• Enabled customer to launch innovative new
product into the market winning Red Dot
Design Award
Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulations
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-08/complet-lft-trail-bicycle-suspension-link.pdf
Complet LFT - Trail Bicycle Suspension Link
PERFORMANCE
CYCLING OEM
T R A I L B I C Y C L E S U S P E N S I O N
L I N K
• Weight reduction to reduce cyclist fatigue
• Structural strength and toughness capability
• Endure repeated piston actions during use
• Replaced aluminum to reduce weight 33%
• Optimized design for metal-to-thermoplastic
conversion
• Conducted FEA performance analysis to
confirm composite met specifications
Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber ETPU
Composite
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-05/lubrione-ear-protection-case-study-one-pager.pdf
E A R D E F E N D E R B R A C K E T
• Minimize shrinkage
• Good mechanical resistance
• Good wear resistance
• Collaborated with Avient Design to provide
detailed material analysis and recommendations
within one month of initial customer enquiry
• Demonstrated material performance and
compatibility with customer’s existing
manufacturing process using mold flow analysis
• Provided an internally lubricated material allowing
customer to streamline manufacturing process
LubriOne™ Internally Lubricated Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-12/automotive-ir-lens-of-sensor-case-study-brief.pdf
FAMOUS TIER 2
COMPANY
A U T O M O T I V E L I G H T I N G
I R L E N S O F S E N S O R
• High heat resistance up to 203°C
• PESU base resin with high IR transmission
• Visible light cannot pass through
• Used rich experience with different IR
transmission materials to support
customer’s material design and test method
• Customized color for IR transmittance,
which allowed IR to pass through the plastic
lamp without accumulating high heat
Edgetek™ ET9400-8005 IR Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-03/OnColor Combination MIC Color - Lower Bumper - Application Snapshot.pdf
Microsoft PowerPoint - OnColor Combination MIC Color - Lower Bumper - Application Snapshot
AUTOMOTIVE OEM
L O W E R E X T E R I O R B U M P E R
• Develop a new color for molded-in-color plastics
• Create ‘Wow’ effect without chroming or paint
• Provide metallic aspect with good UV resistance for
exterior part
• Developed new “gris megalithe” color for PP
(AS1) utilizing Avient Design center
• Produced master plaques to showcase new color
• Accelerated testing to certify outstanding
weathering resistance
• Collaborated across the supply chain to optimize
metallic effect in the final part
Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants &
Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-07/Versaflex-coffee machine seal-Application snapshot.pdf
SMALL APPLIANCE
OEM
C O F F E E M A C H I N E S E A L
• Soft durometers
• Good bonding to ABS
• Good flowability for easy processing
• Excellent sealing property
• Formulated a 30 Shore A TPE with excellent
peel force performance to meet the sealing
requirements
• Offered a short lead time and on-site technical
service to speed up the time to market
• Provided fast global collaboration between
regions, supporting the brand’s design team in
Europe and molders in Asia
Custom VersaflexTM Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-11/OnFlex S KE Power Tool - case study snapshot.pdf
GLOBAL
APPLIANCE BRAND
P O W E R T O O L H A N D L E
• Bonding to ABS
• Scratch resistance
• Colorable compound
• Easy to grip/soft touch
• Worked in synergy across business to
produce a scratch resistant material
suitable for ABS bonding in 19 different
color options
• Made new ergonomic design possible
through better material properties,
especially grip and soft touch
• Enabled customer to market next
generation of power tool, with updated
look and feel
OnFlex™ S KE Series
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?