It is also possible to add additional surface texture to a finished product by bead-blasting or chemically texturing the mold used in processing the material. With the right additives, TPEs can also hold up to UV.

A combination of novel material technology, part and tool design as well as innovations in overmolding technology will continue to fuel the imagination of the designer community to meet the everdemanding needs in ergonomics, aesthetics and value addition in the consumer market. In addition the diffusion, viscoelastic properties of the elastomer have an influence on the adhesion properties as well.

We operate in three reportable segments: (1) Color, Additives and Inks; (2) Specialty Engineered Materials; and (3) Distribution. Some associates receive additional training based on their role, such as Lean Six Sigma, Customer Centric Selling, and Core Leadership.

reSound™ REC VX2800-0001 reSound™ REC VX2800-0001 I 65A Black reSound™ REC VX2800-0002 I 65A Black reSound™ REC VX0100-0001 AR I 80A Black Recycled Content PIR PIR PIR PIR Recycled Content, % 25% 25% 40% 30% Recycled Source Carpet Backing, Nonwovens, Films, Super Sacks Carpet Backing, Nonwovens, Films, Super Sacks Proprietary Blend Proprietary Blend Hardness, Shore A 65 65 65 80 Color Natural Black Black Black Specific Gravity 0.88 0.89 0.88 1.05 Tensile Strength, PSI 784 788 1023 1400 Elongation at Break, % 687 662 673 700 Compression Set @ Room Temperature 29 27 30 – OM Substrate PP PP PP PC, ABS, Processing IM or OM IM or OM IM or OM IM or OM Agency Rating – – – – reSound™ REC VX2800-9003 C 47A Natural reSound™ REC VX2800-9004 C 54A Natural reSound™ REC VX2800-0001 C 65A Black Recycled Content PCR PCR PCR Recycled Content, % 25% 25% 25% Recycled Source Transportation Transportation Ocean-bound Plastic Hardness, Shore A 47 54 65 Color Natural Natural Black Specific Gravity 0.94 0.95 0.89 Tensile Strength, PSI 250 311 900 Elongation at Break, % 585 581 670 Compression Set @ Room Temperature – – 25 OM Substrate PP PP PP Processing IM or OM IM or OM  IM or OM Agency Rating – – – Automotive Testing* – – – *Additional testing can be performed to confirm specific customer requirements.

Crist, Senior Vice President, President of Color, Additives and Inks(1) Non-Equity Incentive Plan Compensation (column (f)) 2018 Annual Incentive Program 2016 – 2018 Cash-Settled Performance Units ($) All Other Compensation (column (g)) Company Contributions to Qualified Savings Plan.

What additional data is provided when product is shipped? In addition, all these same equipment/tools and processes are typically subject to a formal continuous improvement approach using Lean Six Sigma techniques to ensure that we maintain our competitive edge. 3.

In addition, the right material selection matters for meeting evolving industry needs.

Not surprisingly, the healthcare market has additional regulatory requirements for those creating medical products and devices.

Over the years, many rigid thermoplastics have been utilized with this hard/soft design in order for specific performance and additional value.

CHAPTER 1 | APPLICATION SUMMARY Design Guide 5 GT5200-0013 GT6000-0004 GT7300-0006 GT5200-5003 GT6000-5002 GT7300-5007 Specific Gravity* 2.0 3.0 2.0 2.5 2.6 2.2 Color Options* Various Various Black to Grey Black Various Various Electroplating No Possibly Yes Possibly Possibly Yes Base Resin PP PA6 ABS PP PA6 ABS FDA Compliant* Yes Yes Yes Yes No Yes Region Produced North America North America North America Europe Europe Europe Full Name X GT5200-0013 PT White X GT6000-0004 PT White X GT7300-0006 PT Black GT7300-5003 Black FD GT6000-5002 EI White 1 GT7300-5007 X2 White FD *Please contact Avient for additional information 6 Gravi-Tech CHAPTER 2 | PROCESS SETTINGS Density Modified Formulations Gravi-Tech™ polymer-metal composites are high-density materials developed as thermoplastic- based alternatives to metals. Design Guide 33 Mold damages Loss of clamp force Barrel malfunction Melt temperature Injection speed Transfer position Excessive pack Excessive back Repair mold damage Clean parting line Reduce pinch-off land Increase clamp force Dry material Reduce melt Reduce mold Reduce hold pressure Increase transfer Flash • Excess material commonly found at parting lines or mold features Root cause: Too much plastic or mold damage. 34 Gravi-Tech Design of gate too small or in wrong location Machine not providing Heater overriding Viscosity too low Injection velocity too high Melt temperature Remove sharp corners from Change gate type Move gate to a position where the melt stream will impinge upon a mold feature Dry material Reduce injection Increase melt Jetting Root cause: Injection speed is too high for the viscosity of the material Design Guide 35 Finish too rough Screw configuration Overworking material Non-compatible additive Melt temperature too high Remove sharp corners from Use smaller screw/barrel Check melt uniformity Check L/D ratio Check additive compatibility Reduce melt Reduce screw speed Reduce residence time Plate-Out • Build-up or deposit on mold surface Root cause: One component of the material is not totally compatible. 36 Gravi-Tech Shut-off partially turned Screw problems Barrel heater problems Material too dry Under-packing Not enough pack Melt temperature Transfer position Make sure gate is not blocked Insure runner shut-off is not turned Check venting Change gating location Add flow leader Insure cushion position Make sure screw is transfer- ring at a correct Change screw/barrel Make sure material was dried at proper settings Increase melt Increase mold Decrease transfer Short Shot • Not enough material is being injected into the mold to fill out all of the cavities Root cause: Not enough plastic is getting into the cavity. It provides additional mixing to the melt, which is especially helpful when using colorants.