https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-05/Versaflex TPE-snorkel mouthpiece- case study snapshot.pdf
SPORTS BRAND
S N O R K E L M O U T H P I E C E
• Replace PVC with alternative materials such as TPE or
silicone
• Skin contact safety and UV resistance
• Soft texture with a non-sticky feel
• Translucent color to help children use it properly and
safely
• Customized a soft (Shore A) TPE solution that
passed strict tests, including thermal
deformation (80°C for 2 hours), UV resistance,
and assembly resistance
• Providing a 40% more cost-effective system
than silicone due to the high production
efficiencies of TPEs
• Provided cross-regional cooperation and prompt
response to help customers achieve fast
commercialization in both Europe and China
Versaflex Thermoplastic Elastomers
UV RESISTANT + TRANSLUCENT
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Composites offer:
• Stiffness
• Strength
• Toughness or durability
• Lightweighting
• Creep resistance
• Fatigue endurance
• Low temperature performance
• Heat resistance
• Dimensional stability
• Damping
• Design freedom
• Lower system cost
• Corrosion and chemical resistance
• Sustainability
• Radiolucent
• Thermal isolation
• Functional performance
Heat Resistance
Corrosion & Chemical Resistance
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-01/Swimming Pool Application Snapshot.pdf
ABOVE GROUND
SWIMMING POOL
C O M P O S I T E S I D E W A L L
• Corrosion resistance to withstand salt water pool treatment
• UV resistance for durability over years of use
• Weight reduction vs. traditional metal to reduce shipping
costs and simplify installation
• Field tested for 3 years to prove Polystrand
solution provides excellent UV, creep, and
corrosion resistance
• Reduced weight by 50% compared to metal
• Rolled product enabled standard shipping
vs. coiled steel sidewalls that require LTL
delivery
Polystrand™ thermoplastic composite
laminate (4-ply) with integrated decorative film
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
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Slip Resistance Vacuum Cleaner Wheel
Versaflex CE Blue Jean Stain Resistant TPEs
Pipe, Fittings And Fluid Handling
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Complet - Aftermarket Motor Mount - case study snapshot.pdf
AFTERMARKET PARTS
MANUFACTURER
M O T O R M O U N T
• Reduced part weight with retained performance
• High strength
• Corrosion resistance
• Fatigue resistance
• Facilitated lightweighting with a long glass fiber
PA66 composite that matched the performance of
the incumbent metal part
• Met strength and corrosion requirements while
achieving cost savings and reduced processing
steps versus a die cast aluminum part
• Relieved performance fears with mold flow
analysis and hands-on technology support
• Sampled quickly to accelerate speed to market
KEY REQUIREMENTS
METAL REPLACEMENT
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TACTILE EXPERIENCE
Soft Touch Feel, Wet Grip, Durable Performance,
Reduced Heat Transfer
SOLUTION: Thermoplastic Elastomers (TPEs),
UV Blocking Additives, “Cooler to the Touch” Colorants
METAL REPLACEMENT
High Impact Resistance, Durability,
Vibration Damping Properties,
Weight Reduction, Design Flexibility
SOLUTION: Long Glass Fiber Reinforced
Composites, Chemical Foaming Agents
WOOD REPLACEMENT & WEIGHT REDUCTION
Exceptional Strength-to-Weight Ratio, Resistance to Chemicals and Moisture
Degradation, Strong Adhesive Properties for Simplified Installation
SOLUTION: Composite Sandwich Panels, Chemical Foaming Agents,
Wood Plastic Composite (WPC) Technology, Continuous Fiber Reinforced
Thermoplastic Tape & Laminates, Pultruded Composite Profiles
HIGH IMPACT DURABILITY
High Strength Performance,
Localized Reinforcement,
Material Reduction
SOLUTION: Continuous Fiber
Reinforced Thermoplastic
Tape & Laminates
CORROSION &
MOISTURE RESISTANCE
Extended Performance,
Low Moisture Uptake, Durability
SOLUTION: Moisture-Resistant
Long Fiber Reinforced Composites,
Corrosion Resistant Additives,
Composite Sandwich Panels
AESTHETIC APPEAL
Custom Color and Special Effects,
Paint Replacement,
Color Fade Protection
SOLUTION: Custom Polymer
Colorants, UV Blocking Additives,
Antioxidant Additives,
Molded-In-Color Metallics,
Scratch & Mar Additives,
Laser Marking Additives,
Pre-Colored High-Gloss
Thermoplastics
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https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/uv-and-light-blocking-additives/cesa-light-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/uv-and-light-blocking-additives/oncolor-wpc-capstock-technology
https://www.avient.com/products/long-fiber-technology/complet-long-glass-fiber
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https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/foaming-agents
https://www.avient.com/products/advanced-composites/continuous-fiber-composite-panels/hammerhead-marine-composite-panels
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/foaming-agents
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/uv-and-light-blocking-additives/oncolor-wpc-capstock-technology
https://www.avient.com/products/advanced-composites/pultrusion-and-continuous-filament-winding-technology/glasforms-pultruded-rods-tubes-custom-profiles
https://www.avient.com/products/long-fiber-technology/complet-moisture-resistant-nylons
https://www.avient.com/products/long-fiber-technology/complet-moisture-resistant-nylons
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/corrosion-resistant-additives/cesa-cor-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/advanced-composites/continuous-fiber-composite-panels/hammerhead-marine-composite-panels
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/oncolor-fx-special-effect-colorants
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/solid-color-masterbatches/oncolor-fx-special-effect-colorants
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/uv-and-light-blocking-additives/cesa-light-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/antioxidant-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-colorants/color-additive-combination-masterbatches/smartbatch-fx-paint-replacement-0
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/visual-enhancement-effects/cesa-scratch-mar-resistance-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/colorants-and-additives-wire-cable/cesa-laser-additives
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/general-engineered-formulations/artisan-pre-colored-thermoplastics-premium-finishes
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Inherent benefits of LFT-based materials include high strength and stiffness, design freedom, fatigue endurance, corrosion and wear resistance, EMI shielding, and recyclability.
https://www.avient.com/products/vivo-formulations-healthcare/neu-custom-capabilities
Antimicrobial corrosion and chemical resistant formulations to solve your medical application challenges
https://www.avient.com/idea/metal-replacement
These materials resist temperature and corrosion in ways that metal cannot always match.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-12/Concrete Reinforcement Application Snapshot.pdf
CONCRETE
REINFORCEMENT
I N F R A S T R U C T U R E R E P A I R
• Alternative to steel for reduced weight and improved
corrosion resistance
• Surface modification capabilities to improve concrete
adhesion
• Superior strength-to-weight ratio
• Durable, long-lasting performance to extend service life
• Provided peel ply and other surface
modification capabilities that comply with
specific CA regulations and allowed for
better adhesion with concrete
• Performed with higher strength-to-weight
ratio than typical steel alternatives
• Prolonged service life by resisting
corrosion and dampening vibration
Glasforms™ Carbon Fiber Composites
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?