AUTOMOTIVE OEM S U V R E M O V A B L E R O O F P A N E L L O C K I N G B R A C K E T • Lower weight by replacing cast steel • High stiffness & strength requirements to mimic metal performance • Critical dimensional tolerances to safely secure removable roof panels • Lowered weight by over four pounds per vehicle to achieve 80% reduction with carbon fiber reinforced composite • Provided injection molded material solution to simplify fabrication and eliminate need for powder-coating finish Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber PPA Composite KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT? https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/high-temperature-polymer-formulations/compl%C4%93t-long-fiber-reinforced-structural-thermoplastics Automotive OEM

PERSONAL WATERCRAFT OEM S T E E R I N G C O L U M N • Similar strength performance to existing aluminum assembly • Withstand outdoor UV exposure • Weight reduction for improved performance • Corrosion and moisture resistance • Premium aesthetic • Provided a material that met application load requirements and allowed for part consolidation • Delivered confidence in changing material through design consultation, robust FEA support, and UV customization • Incorporated carbon fiber to support a marketing story Complēt™Hybrid Moisture Resistant Composite KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT? https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/high-temperature-polymer-formulations/compl%C4%93t-long-fiber-reinforced-structural-thermoplastics

AFTERMARKET PARTS MANUFACTURER S T E P L I N K A G E • Maintain performance qualities of incumbent aluminum part (UV, weatherability, and structural integrity) while also reducing cost • Eliminate rust and corrosion concerns • Increase throughput and streamline manufacturing • Outperformed coated die cast aluminum and reduced part costs by 40% • Delivered moisture-resistant PA66 formulation to eliminate powder coating and implement a one-step, injection molding process • Expanded design options through advanced design and polymer expertise • Utilized advanced simulation software to build confidence in the final part performance Complēt™ Long Fiber Reinforced Structural Thermoplastics KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT? https://www.avient.com/products/long-fiber-technology/complet-moisture-resistant-nylons

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