GLOBAL FITNESS BRAND R E S I S T A N C E B A N D • Soft material (25-30 Shore A durometer) • Grippy feel • Good colorability • Compatible with injection molding • Developed a custom-made TPE with excellent rebound resilience, even after 45,000 stretches • Replaced thermoset rubber with a recyclable material • Supported higher production efficiency to reduce total cost Versaflex Thermoplastic Elastomers KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?

COMPOSITE BRACE SAVES WEIGHT, IMPROVES STRUCTURAL INTEGRITY © 2020, All Rights Reserved Avient Corporation, 33587 Walker Road, Avon Lake, Ohio USA 44012 To learn more, contact Avient at +1.844.4AVIENT (1.844.428.4368) THE CHALLENGE A major US automotive OEM makes extensive use of lightweight composites materials. They realized they might be able to shave off even more weight and improve performance by replacing the aluminum braces with a continuous-fiber composite if they could find a material with an exceptional strength- to-weight ratio, high flexural stiffness, good torsional rigidity, and superior fatigue strength. The composite material used to make this part includes a custom-formulated thermoset epoxy resin, which also has good corrosion and chemical resistance.

THE CHALLENGE Vibratory conveyors are frequently used to process a variety of materials, from heavy duty powder and bulk solids to delicate berries and potato chips. Fiber reinforced composites are a popular material of choice for reliable performance, providing high flexural strength and excellent resistance to heat, moisture, and chemical exposure. Made in the USA Avient’s Gordon Composites vibratory springs are manufactured in Montrose, Colorado using materials sourced from US suppliers.

CUSTOM FORMULATION IMPROVES PRODUCTIVITY AND MANUFACTURING EFFICIENCY CASE STUDY: TRILLIANT™ HC SPECIALTY ENGINEERED MATERIALS Challe nge Accepted. Avient determined that the manufacturer required a material with a unique combination of properties, including: • Processing ease – high flow rate, ability to fill multi-cavity molds, thin-wall capabilities • Superior toughness – strength and durability to ensure dimensional integrity of the part • Repeatable performance – consistent conductivity for accurate measurement of liquids While several off-the-shelf compounds were evaluated, a new formulation was developed to meet the manufacturer’s specific needs as well as provide signifi cant benefi ts in reduced cycle time, increased production and reduced scrap rate. THE IMPACT For the manufacturer, Trilliant™ HC specialty engineered materials provided a number of advantages that contributed to the success of the new product line: • Reduced Cycle Time: The high flow properties of the Trilliant HC formulation allowed the manufacturer to produce warp-free parts that require less packing and cooling time, resulting in a 40% cycle time reduction

Precauciones: el extrusor no debe dejarse en reposo con el material en el barril. EXTRUSOR Tornillo 1½" to 6" para polietileno—Maddock; relación de compresión 3:1 Cabezal De presión Dado Del tamaño adecuado para una hilera de 1/8" o menos L/D 24:1 o superior Paquete de mallas Malla de 20/60/60/20 Canal de enfriamiento 50–65°C Alimentador Gravimétrico—3 compartimentos (para el color) Condiciones de secado, solo para catalizador Desecante, 4 horas a 60°C PROCESAMIENTO Temperatura Precalentamiento del alambre 110–120°C Zonas de alimentación 165°C Transición 170°C Dosificación 177°C Cabezal/dado 182°C Material fundido 177–190°C Llama a la punta del salida del dado Sí Velocidad de la línea La velocidad superior de la línea mejora mezclado de los dos compuestos y apariencia superficial del dislamiento de la superficie Compuesto de purga HDPE www.avient.com Copyright © 2020, Avient Corporation. Processing conditions can cause material properties to shift from the values stated in the information.

Avient not only provided suitable material, but also extended invaluable assistance to ensure a successful transition. The second-generation caster wheels developed by Frog Legs incorporate two Complēt long carbon fiber-reinforced composite materials. With an aluminum hub, the dissimilar materials never fully bond and can slip.

Thanks to a unique combination of multi-additives in the masterbatch formulation, Cesa Anti-fog Plus materials allow good fog clearance before and after lamination, provide quick performance in both hot and cold conditions. Processing conditions can cause material properties to shift from the values stated in the information. MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS Cesa Anti-fog Plus additives are formulated for use in transparent packaging of chilled fresh foods such as: • Fruit • Vegetables • Meat • Fresh fish • Ready-to-cook-food and ready-to-eat meals These anti-fog plus materials can be incorporated into mono and multi-layer films such as: • Lidding barrier film on rigid or semi-rigid containers • Stretch film • Shrink film

It can also be recycled as thermoplastic material. KEY CHARACTERISTICS • High initial adhesion on steel, PMMA, and various other substrates • Stable and low adhesion build-up over time to prevent residue • Low unwinding force for improved efficiency when pasting film • Good gel control • One-step extrusion processing to improve manufacturing efficiency • Reduced VOC emissions compared to current solvent-based coating technology • Can be recycled as a thermoplastic material APPLICATIONS The low adhesion build-up performance of Versaflex CF 6668 TPE makes it ideal for use in protective films for high-end applications including: • Appliance • Household furniture • Building & construction • Automotive PRODUCT BULLETIN www.avient.com Copyright © 2021, Avient Corporation. Processing conditions can cause material properties to shift from the values stated in the information.

Available in masterbatch solutions, these beautiful effects are formulated with: • organic waste materials, such as almond shells • glitter flakes • synthetic fibers • special effects, such as speckles and pearlescents KEY CHARACTERISTICS • Available in standard or custom finishes • Cost effective replacement for marble, granite, and other expensive and heavy materials across many applications • No additional production investment required MARKETS AND APPLICATIONS Shades of Nature colorants can add depth and dimension to: • Packaging – including premium cosmetics or luxury caps and closures • Transportation – interior or exterior automotive trim and components • Consumer goods – toys, outdoor goods, furniture • Small and large household appliances PRODUCT BULLETIN NAME COLOR TONE EFFECTS EU FDA TOYS T STABILITY Fossil Beige Fibers/Speckles YES NO YES 280°C Lavender Purple Blue Fibers YES NO YES 280°C Rosewood Light Pink Fibers NO NO NO 280°C Emerald Creek Green Special Effects YES YES YES 280°C Mother of Pearl White Pearl Special Effects YES YES YES 280°C Invigorate Yellow Green Natural Waste NO NO YES < 210°C Interstellar Brown Special Effects YES YES YES 280°C Unrefined Grey Glitter NO NO NO 230°C Reflection Blue Glitter NO NO NO 230°C Coral Sand Orange Fibers NO NO NO 280°C REGULATORY INFORMATION IMPORTANT NOTE The above technical and regulatory information is based on the formulation of the current 10 colors in the palette. Processing conditions can cause material properties to shift from the values stated in the information.

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