https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/case-study/i-ilsan-saves-time-money-self-lubricating-polymer
The company, which does its own injection molding, found that the polyamide and LubriOne™ combination generated a 50% reduction in scrap rates.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/rise-above-four-common-lightweighting-mistakes
Generally, replacing a metal component with a plastic one results in a 50 percent weight reduction, so the math is attractive to designers striving to reach Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) targets.
https://www.avient.com/resources/safety-data-sheets?page=3624
X HC 93293#SR-03215-001 50:50 Blue
https://www.avient.com/products/advanced-composites/continuous-fiber-composite-panels/hammerhead-marine-composite-panels
Available in 4’x8’ sheets in thicknesses of .50”, .75”, 1.00” and 1.50”, and core densities of 5, 7, and 8 lb/in³
50" / 13mm Thick
https://www.avient.com/products/fiber-line-engineered-fiber-solutions/high-performance-synthetic-fibers/pet-polyester-fiber
Common Types & Deniers
High Tenacity
Standard Shrink
Low Shrink
Ultra-low shrink
Deniers: 50 - 3000
https://www.avient.com/news/redefining-“cool”-new-infrared-absorption-additive-improves-energy-efficiency-and-comfort-large-indoor-facilities
It absorbs up to 50% of the infrared energy contained in sunlight, but does not hinder the transmission of visible light into a structure.
https://www.avient.com/news/bow-stern-new-hammerhead-marine-composite-panels-polyone-remove-weight-streamline-production
With a weight savings of more than 50% versus plywood, these continuous-fiber reinforced thermoplastic sandwich panels offer boat manufacturers a lighter, more efficient alternative to traditional marine construction materials.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-delivers-certified-ok-compost-home-colorants-simplify-bio-degradable-packaging-compliance
Beginning January 1, 2017, the new law will require single-use carrier bags thinner than 50 microns – often called fruit and vegetable bags – to meet the French standard (T51-800 standard) for home composting.
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-launches-natural-fiber-reinforced-solutions-brilliant-colors
Compared to other natural fiber reinforced solutions, reSound NF materials offer mechanical property improvements of more than 20% for tensile and flexural properties, 10°C to 20°C higher heat deflection temperature, and an increase of more than 50% in impact strength.
https://www.avient.com/products/long-fiber-technology/complet-long-hybrid-fiber
Hybrid materials range from 20-50% total long glass + long carbon fiber content (by weight) reinforcing a variety of resin systems including polyamides, rigid thermoplastic polyurethanes and polypropylene.
