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For stiffness or strength requirements, consider leveraging long fiber thermoplastics technologies.
However, long-fiber thermoplastic (LFT) technology addresses these concerns, bridging the gap between short-fiber reinforced formulations and over-engineered materials.
The advanced polymer technology behind LFT allows thermoplastics to retain their strength and stiffness from sub-freezing temperatures up to nearly 400° F (200° C).
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OnCap™ laser-marking additive technology made laser
marks more visible and indelible to create an overt signal
that more easily identified the manufacturer’s genuine
products in a difficult-to-simulate fashion.
Percept™
anti-counterfeiting technology created an authentication
method not visible to the human eye to help lower
the financial result of fighting court cases, once the
covert authentication was revealed.
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PRODUCT BULLETIN
ColorMatrix™ Liquid Dispersion
for Extrusion Blow Molding
Avient’s ColorMatrix™ LCX liquid color products are
the latest advancement in technology to deliver
stable pigment dispersions for the extrusion blow
molding (EBM) process.
ColorMatrix
LCX dispersions are designed to minimize and
eliminate screw slip, streaking and specking, all
while generating cost-to-color savings through
processing efficiencies that include:
• Handling efficiency – bulk distribution,
individual feed stations
• Inventory reduction – less inventory
and required floor space
• Process efficiency – improved color
change times
KEY CHARACTERISTICS
• Highly concentrated pigment dispersions
specifically for EBM processing
• Provides dimensional stability by utilizing more
resin instead of fillers
• Reduces costs through handling
and processing efficiencies
• Customization available for design
and product handling
• Can be formulated in combination with
a wide selection of additive technologies
to meet performance needs
MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS
ColorMatrix LCX Liquid Dispersions for EBM
processing are well suited for the following:
• Monolayer applications
• LDR less than 3%
• Large volume whites and blacks
• Tints
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Enter Humotech, a company focused on accelerating
the discovery of innovative real-world solutions to
enhance and augment human mobility through
research and development of prostheses, exoskeletons,
and other wearable machines.
THE SOLUTION
In the development of the Caplex PRO-002, Humotech
sought a material solution that would provide high
torque, flexibility, and durability for key components of
the foot.
Humotech is currently working with the
US Department of Defense, US Department of Veterans
Affairs, and others to develop, evaluate, and validate
this emulator-based test-drive strategy.
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The formula: extensive electrical industry
experience combined with pioneering composite
technology expertise.
Proprietary
composite formulations and technologies
prevent voids and produce high-quality cores
that withstand stringent electrical testing and
end-use manufacturing stresses such as thermal
overmolding and mechanical crimping.
To learn more about our solutions, contact us at +1.844.4AVIENT
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For more on material solutions
for off road vehicles, visit avient.com
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DURABILITY
High Impact Strength, Weatherability
SOLUTION: PP, HDPE, ASA,
Nylon Engineered Formulations
AESTHETIC APPEAL
Custom Color & Special Effects, Paint Replacement
SOLUTION: Custom Polymer Colorants,
Pre-Colored High-Gloss Thermoplastics
THERMAL MANAGEMENT
LED Heat Sinks, Design Flexibility
SOLUTION: Thermally Conductive
Formulations
EXTREME PERFORMANCE
Chemical & Fire Resistance,
High Temperature Performance
SOLUTION: Nylon Engineered
Formulations, Long Fiber Reinforced
Composites, Continuous Fiber
Composite Tapes & Laminates, Flame
Retardant Polyolefin Formulations
STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY
High Stiffness-to-Weight Ratio,
Metal Replacement
SOLUTION: Pultruded Rods,
Tubes & Custom Profiles, Long
Fiber Reinforced Composites
SENSORY EXPERIENCE
Vibration Damping, Durability, Customization,
Custom Color, Low Friction
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs),
Custom Polymer Colorants, Internally Lubricated
Formulations, Advanced Composite Springs
STRENGTH & STABILITY
Excellent Dimensional Stability,
High Stiffness, Impact Resistance
SOLUTION: Short & Long Fiber
Formulations, Continuous Fiber
Composite Tapes & Laminates
SURFACE PROTECTION
Performance Enhancements
SOLUTION: Scratch & Mar
Resistance, UV Stable
Additives, Anti-Static
Additives
STRUCTURAL
PERFORMANCE
Corrosion Resistance,
Lightweighting
SOLUTION: Long Fiber Reinforced
Composites, Nylon Engineered
Formulations, Continuous Fiber
Composite Tapes & Laminates,
Chemical Foaming Additives
METAL REPLACEMENT
Lightweighting, Heat Management, Load Carrying Capability
SOLUTION: Long Fiber Reinforced Composites, Continuous Fiber
Composite Tapes & Laminates
TACTILE EXPERIENCE
Soft-Touch Feel, Durability
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic
Elastomers (TPEs)
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https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/conductive-signal-radiation-shielding-formulations/therma
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https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/flame-retardant-formulations/maxxam-fr-flame-retardant-polyolefin-formulations
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https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/performance-enhancement-additives/oncap-scratch-mar-resistance-additives
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https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/uv-and-light-blocking-additives
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MAJOR TIER 1
SUPPLIER
C O N N E C T O R C O V E R
• EMI-shielding performance at frequencies from 30 MHz up
to 2 GHz
• Excellent dimensional stability
• Must meet robust mechanical property targets including
tensile strength and elongation at break
• Worked in close collaboration with the OEM from
the start of the development process in order to
fully understand their key requirements
• Developed a customized material providing the
required EMI-shielding performance which,
removing the need for secondary metallization
manufacturing processes, reduced cycle time
Surround™ NN- 14 NICF SIP Black
Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
EMI SHIELDING AT LOWER FREQUENCIES
LEARN MORE
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AEROSPACE
INTERIORS OEM
S E A T S P A C E R & A R M R E S T
• Weight reduction to increase airliner fuel economy
• Meet FAA safety requirements for FST compliance
and 16G kinetic survivability
• Agility to delivery solution within 8-month
compressed product development timeline
• Achieved 40% weight reduction generating
$16,000 per year reduction in fuel costs
• Optimized component designs for long fiber
material and conducted FEA validation
• Performed prototype molding and testing for
load and impact specifications to expedite
development
Complēt™ Long Carbon Fiber PES
Composite
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
LIGHTWEIGHTING
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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?
AVIENT SOLUTION
METALLIC EFFECT + PAINT REPLACEMENT
LEARN MORE
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REFORM DESIGN LAB
B I O - B A S E D D E S I G N
F U R N I T U R E
• Matt black color in cellulose fiber filled PLA
• 3D-printable material
• Possible outdoor use
• Fast development to adapt to online requests
• Developed custom products that fulfill color,
appearance, UV stabilization and material
requirements
• Provided fast support to answer evolving
online demands
• Offered small and flexible quantities and
suggestions for further colors
OnColor™ custom masterbatch and
engineered material
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
AVIENT SOLUTION
MATERIAL KNOWLEDGE + FLEXIBILITY
LEARN MORE
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