THERMOPLASTIC The matrix material of a composite can be a thermoset or a thermoplastic THERMOSET THERMOPLASTIC A thermoset is a cross-linked polymer that cannot be reshaped after it’s formed, cured, and cooled. Advantages High temperature resistance, creep resistance, low viscosity, paintability, and fatigue resistance A thermoplastic is not cross-linked so it can be re-melted and reformed.

By using mold filling simulation and Digimat to evaluate several options, we can account for manufacturing variation when performing long fibre structural analysis. In reality, the material response can fall anywhere between the curves shown in Figure 1. If the simulation fails, parameters can be modified – enter a new material, modify the design, augment manufacturing, etc. – to yield the desired results.

ANTENNA MANUFACTURER P H A S E S H I F T A N T E N N A • Achieved miniaturization through customized high dielectric constant (Dk) materials • Offered high Dk grades with superior processing window and stability compared to lower Dk ( < Dk6.0) grades • Verified dimensional and electrical stability would also meet needs of navigation system substrate to streamline sourcing Edgetek™ Formulations for 5G KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

Martorell no.124 08740 Sant Andreu de la Barca Spain Scope Category I Production of customer specific Masterbatches for Food packaging materials on the dedicated extrusion lines Normative base ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management Systems - Requirements for any organization in the food chain Reg. no. 46388 Page 1 of 1 Validity 25. 02. 2024  – 24. 02. 2027 Issue 25. 02. 2024  A.Grisard, President SQS F.

STRUCTURAL DECKING R E I N F O R C E D H D P E L U M B E R • Reinforcement to improve strength of HDPE decking • Composite tape compatible with HDPE for strong adhesion • Low thermal expansion • Domestic (U.S.) supply and manufacturing • Added strength to HDPE deck boards to enable industry-leading load capacity and joist spacing spans • Extended product life with superior adhesion of PE tape via co-extrusion • Improved supply reliability with product manufactured in Englewood, CO Polystrand™ unidirectional thermoplastic composite tape KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

DATA STORAGE UNIT MANUFACTURER D A T A S T O R A G E C A R R I E R • Excellent dimensional stability • Good mechanical properties with excellent wear resistance • Flame retardant requirement – FRv0 compliance • UL certification • Provided a customized formulation to meet application-specific lubricity, physical and thermal requirements • Delivered on short lead times to help customer manage working capital LubriOne™ CY1000-000/5T FR V0 BLK001 Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

LEADING OUTDOOR PRODUCTS OEM P R O T E C T I V E P H O N E C A S E • Alternative to traditional PC/ABS for improved toughness and chemical resistance • Substrate must have improved bondability to a protective TPE overmold • Looking for a differentiated “feel” • Offered a proven expertise in selecting the right combination of substrate polymer, TPE for overmolding, and color concentrate for optimal processing and performance • Provided custom solution after collaborating with molders and OEM through on-site trials and troubleshooting support • Enabled the customer to expand their offering for the outdoor consumer market • Custom Nymax™ PA6 Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

S U R G I C A L T O R Q U E W R E N C H SURGICAL DEVICE MANUFACTURER • Excellent wear resistance and lubricity • Easy-to-mold • Good chemical resistance, excellent disinfection performance • Dimensional stability • Formulated a specialty thermoplastic that retained physical properties and dimensional stability under various testing conditions • Provided a custom solution faster than competitors to support accelerated speed to market Edgetek™ Engineered Polymer Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

AIRGUN BULLET MANUFACTURER B U L L E T C A S I N G • Reduce weight by replacing metal • Gunpowder free • Less shooting energy from 100 Joules to 20 Joules • Delivered a high-impact nylon formulation with equal performance and 80% less weight • Enabled improved shooting accuracy due to the stable coefficient of friction(COF) • Provided fast technical response and mold trial support Bergamid™ Polymer Formulation KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

SAFETY EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER R E S P I R A T O R A C C E S S O R Y P A R T S • Black color concentrate suitable for use in butyrate (PSU) • Low let down ratio (LDR) • Quick turnaround time • Offered compatibility with desired resin system in required color (Deep Black – OC9UFA) • Provided low usage rate of 1% LDR • Afforded immediate availability of sample for testing and ordering Omnicolor™ Multipurpose Colorants KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?