https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.us-.datasheet-petpolyester.pdf
The first US
commercial polyester fiber production was completed in 1953 by DuPont™ under
the name Dacron.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-03/Trilliant HC Electrically Conductive Formulations for Pipette Tips Application Bulletin.pdf
Excellent hydrophobic properties allow complete
liquid dispensing and help prevent contamination.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-09/Chemical Resistance Technical Bulletin %281%29.pdf
This procedure was completed by placing one 1/2 inch section
of rayon gauze at the apex of each bar, and soaking the gauze with the
disinfectant to saturate the material.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/0514_02%2520PDI%2520ISO17025%2520Chemical_Extension%2520Cert2019.pdf
No. 0514.02) Revised 10/08/2019 Page 1 of 2
SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION TO ISO/IEC 17025:2005
POLYMER DIAGNOSTICS INC.
33587 Walker Road
Avon Lake, OH 44012
Ana De La Ree Phone: 440-930-3271
CHEMICAL
Valid To: December 31, 2019 Certificate Number: 0514.02
In recognition of the successful completion of the A2LA evaluation process, accreditation is granted to this
laboratory to perform the following rubber and plastics tests:
Test Description:
Test Method or Standard:
Analysis of Volatile Contaminants from Polymers
(Chromatography)
VDA 277
FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) Spectroscopy
ASTM E1252 (Except 7.6, 11.2, and 11.4)
Flammability
Horizontal Burn of Self-Supporting Plastics ASTM D635; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10
Horizontal Burn of Materials Used in Occupant
Compartments of Motor Vehicles
ASTM D5132; FMVSS 302 (49 CFR 571.302)
Vertical Burn, 20 mm ASTM D3801; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10
Vertical Burn, 125 mm ASTM D5048; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-20
Oxygen Index ASTM D2863
FT1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.3
Cable Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1061
VW1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1080;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.4
FT2/FH Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1100;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.1
FV-1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.5
Thin Material Burning Test UL-94
Glow Wire Test
IEC 60695 2-10, 2-11, 2-12, 2-13
RVCM in PVC
ASTM D4443
(A2LA Cert.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-11/syncure-xlpe-processing-guide.pdf
If already degraded, a complete cleanout may be needed.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/resources/Investor%2520Day%2520-%2520May%25202012%2520-%2520Global%2520Engineered%2520Materials.pdf
Nikrant
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United
States
36%
Europe
36%
Canada
2%
Asia
20%
Latin
America
2011 Revenue: $0.6 Billion2011 Revenue: $0.6 Billion SolutionsSolutions
At a Glance
Appliance
6% Building &
Construction
3%
Wire & Cable
14%
Electrical &
Electronics
14%Consumer
21%
Packaging
5%
Industrial
8%
Misc.
3%
HealthCare
5%
Transportation
21%
America
6%
2011 Revenue by Industry Segment2011 Revenue by Industry Segment
1.1% 1.3%
3.4%
5.1%
9.6%
8.0%
12-16%
2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2015
Operating Income % of Sales
Target
Expanding ProfitsExpanding Profits
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Value Proposition
• GSEM is a global leader providing complete specialty solutions encompassing
innovative technologies and services to enable customer success
Transformation Highlights
• Dramatic turnaround of the Engineered Materials business through mix
improvement and specialty focus
Value Proposition and Transformation Highlights
improvement and specialty focus
• GLS acquisition successfully integrated, having more than
doubled earnings in 3 years
• PolyOne culture and strategy now engrained worldwide
• Expansion into healthcare with dedicated resources
> $15B Addressable Market
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• Polymer design, formulation and service expertise
• Broad, global technology base and regional centers
of excellence
• Ten innovation centers around the world
Key Differentiators
• Ten innovation centers around the world
• Specialty brand leadership with
PolyOne, GLS, NEU and ECCOH
• Ability to leverage global key
account team
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From Volume
Commodity-driven product portfolio
To Value
Specialty technology and solutions
EM North America Transformation
Volume Sales Gross Margin $
Mix Transformation – Executing the Strategy
2006 2011 2006 2011 2006 2011
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$12
$29
Operating Income
($ in millions)
• Provided access to new customers
in specialized, high-growth markets
such as healthcare and consumer
• Strategic partner to many of the
world’s best-known companies
GLS Integration Success
16.9%
8.2%
2007 2011
2007 2011
Working Capital % of Sales
• Complementary global footprint
provided additional cross-selling
opportunities
• Opportunity to expand margins
and drive working capital
improvement while remaining
customer-focused
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$1.3
$27.6
2006 2011
Healthcare Revenue
• Investment in dedicated
healthcare team to drive
penetration and growth
• Leverage product portfolio
globally & win specialty business
Areas of Focus
$10.5
$117.9
2006 2011
Consumer Revenue
2006 2011globally & win specialty business
in targeted markets
• Aggressively commercialize
specialty innovation platforms
• Utilize our innovation centers to
influence OEM design
(Revenue in $ millions)
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• Carbon Nanotube Formulations
� Applications: Semiconductor equipment, hard drives
� Customer benefits: Scrap cost reduction and
clean conductivity
• Thermally Conductive Solutions
Applications: Sockets and bulb holders for LED lighting
Key Innovations
� Applications: Sockets and bulb holders for LED lighting
� Customer benefits: Cost reduction, energy saving, and
design flexibility
• FDA-Regulated TPEs
� Applications: Food packaging seals, intravenous delivery
systems, medical stoppers, prefilled syringes
� Customer benefits: Clean and safe elastomers for highly
regulated applications
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Critical Imperatives and 2015 Goal
Critical Imperatives
• Commercialize critical new technology platforms
• Manage the mix as we continue to drive
the transformation
• Global translation of commercial successes
2015 Goal
• 12 - 16% return on sales
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/phthalate-facts-brochure.pdf
The good news is there have been numerous
studies completed on phthalates.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-03/Mevopur Healthcare Functional Additives Nucleating Application Bulletin.pdf
REGULATORY SUPPORT
• Drug delivery devices
• Pharmaceutical packaging
• Medical equipment
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Manufactured at four ISO 13485 certified sites,
providing global consistency and increased
security of supply
• Documented change control beyond CAS
number level, reducing the risk of change
• Allows crystallization in semi-crystalline
polymers to begin faster and complete earlier
REGULATORY SUPPORT
• Raw materials tested to:
- ISO 10993-1 and USP biological
evaluation
- European Pharmacopeia 3.1.3/3.1.5
(polyolefin)
- USP (polyethylene)
- ICH Q3D elemental impurities
• Registered Drug Master File (Type III) and/or
Device Master File
• Food contact established with FDA/EU*
APPLICATION BULLETIN
* FDA/EU compliance information available upon request
Healthcare use limitations apply—see below.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-02/Additives and Colorants for Stadium and Arena Seats Application Bulletin.pdf
Avient offers complete and flexible solutions to
fulfill technical requirements and local standards.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-11/0514-02-dec2021.pdf
No. 0514.02) Revised 09/21/2021 Page 1 of 2
SCOPE OF ACCREDITATION TO ISO/IEC 17025:2017
POLYMER DIAGNOSTICS INC.
33587 Walker Road
Avon Lake, OH 44012
Ana De La Ree Phone: 440-930-3271
CHEMICAL
Valid To: December 31, 2021 Certificate Number: 0514.02
In recognition of the successful completion of the A2LA evaluation process, accreditation is granted to this
laboratory to perform the following rubber and plastics tests:
Test Description:
Test Method or Standard:
Analysis of Volatile Contaminants from Polymers
(Chromatography)
VDA 277
FTIR (Fourier Transform Infrared) Spectroscopy
ASTM E1252 (Except 7.6, 11.2, and 11.4)
Flammability
Horizontal Burn of Self-Supporting Plastics ASTM D635; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10
Horizontal Burn of Materials Used in Occupant
Compartments of Motor Vehicles
ASTM D5132; FMVSS 302 (49 CFR 571.302);
ISO 3785
Vertical Burn, 20 mm ASTM D3801; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-10
Vertical Burn, 125 mm ASTM D5048; UL 94; IEC 60695-11-20
Oxygen Index ASTM D2863
FT1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.3
Cable Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1061
VW1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1080;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.4
FT2/FH Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1100;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.1
FV-1 Flame Test UL1581, Clause 1060;
UL2556/CSA C22.2 No 2556, Clause 9.5
Thin Material Burning Test UL-94
Glow Wire Test
IEC 60695 2-10, 2-11, 2-12, 2-13
RVCM in PVC
ASTM D4443
(A2LA Cert.