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Think TPEs
TPE benefits include:
In addition, TPEs provide good moisture barrier properties and are recyclable.
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TPE Knowledge Base
TPE Technical Bulletins
TPE Technical Bulletin
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TPE Knowledge Base
TPE Technical Bulletins
TPE Technical Bulletin
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TPE Knowledge Base
Generally, GLS TPEs will flow much further in thinner walls than other types of TPEs.
Generally, SEBS TPEs have higher shrinkage and are more anisotropic than SBS TPEs.
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TPE Knowledge Base
Generally, GLS TPEs will flow much further in thinner walls than other types of TPEs.
Generally, SEBS TPEs have higher shrinkage and are more anisotropic than SBS TPEs.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/consider-adding-soft-touch-grips-competitive-edge
With TPEs, you can add more than soft touch.
Without tpe
With tpe
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Overmolding with TPEs gives consumers a better grip
However, the original TPE that the company selected caused issues during 2K molding.
For this manufacturer, another appealing aspect of working with this material was Avient’s dedicated TPE production line in Spain, which is used solely to manufacture TPEs for overmolding applications.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/lawn-and-garden-maker-adds-appeal-profitability?ind[]=21537
Overmolding with TPEs gives consumers a better grip
However, the original TPE that the company selected caused issues during 2K molding.
For this manufacturer, another appealing aspect of working with this material was Avient’s dedicated TPE production line in Spain, which is used solely to manufacture TPEs for overmolding applications.
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Soft-touch thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs)
overmolded onto a lightweight paddleshaft made of
Avient’s advanced composite materials can help add
to the experience and avoid annoyances such
as blisters.
Make your products look and feel amazing, and
add shelf appeal while you’re at it:
• Offer a more comfortable grip to a typically
hard surface with TPEs from Avient
• Provide an easy process for customization
with TPEs
• Use materials that provide documented vibration
damping and lessen the negative effects of bone-
rattling vibration on the human body
Your customers may get their thrills
from extreme sports like backwoods
snowboarding or a simple family
camping trip.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/material-cuts-delays-contact-lens-container-production
Custom TPE addresses critical issues, delivers $100,000 in annual savings
Testing showed that this TPE would not stick to the machinery or itself.
Armed with a new specialty TPE solution, the medical manufacturer handled gasket adhesion with a material that outperformed that not only silicone, but also conventional TPEs.