https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/tpe-overmold-design-guide.pdf
If properly selected, the overmolded TPE will
form a strong bond with the plastic that is maintained in the end-use environment.
If an insert surface is not clean,
loss of adhesion between the TPE and substrate is a strong possibility.
If an insert surface is not clean,
loss of adhesion between the TPE and substrate is a strong possibility.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-07/AVNT Q2 2023 Earnings Presentation%5B70%5D.pdf
GUIDANCE
8
15.4%
15.9%
Adjusted EBITDA Margin %
Better-than-expected margins
driven by:
• Favorable mix - strong
demand for composite
applications
• Raw material deflation
Q2 EBITDA BRIDGE
9
($ millions)
CAI:
Price / Mix 7)
Deflation 11)
SEM:
Price / Mix 2)
Deflation 6)
Net Price Benefit 26)
Wage and Energy Inflation (10)
Cost Reductions 13)
FX (2)
Q2 2023 Actual $131)
Adjusted
EBITDA
Q2 2022 Pro Forma $ 172)
Demand (68) • Demand conditions vs.
expectations:
LATAM
• Net price benefit remains greater
than wage and energy inflation
• Clariant synergies and reduced
administrative costs
Q2 2023 SEQUENTIAL SALES BY REGION
Q 2 2 0 2 3 v s .
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-05/AVNT Q1 2025 webcast slides_v17.pdf
FX) as strong
growth in healthcare applications
was offset by weak
transportation demand, as well
as lower defense sales on tough
year over year comparisons
• Unfavorable mix related to lower
defense sales resulted in lower
margin in the quarterAdj.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/thermoplastic-elastomer-tpe-faqs
An elastomer might have a strong resistance to stretching initially but become weaker as it elongates (called "necking").
https://www.avient.com/investor-center/news/polyone-announces-first-quarter-2019-results
Combined with strong performance from the company's
https://www.avient.com/products/thermoplastic-elastomers/versaflex-thermoplastic-elastomers
Thermoplastic elastomers with strong tear strength
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/thermoplastic-elastomer-tpe-faqs?rtype[]=1164
An elastomer might have a strong resistance to stretching initially but become weaker as it elongates (called "necking").
https://www.avient.com/products/engineered-polymer-formulations/sustainable-formulations
Strong and sustainable alternative to conventionally filled grades, reducing the carbon footprint
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/whats-difference-tpes-vs-silicones?ind[]=6596
When properly selected, overmolded TPEs will form a strong bond (a cohesive bond) with the thermoplastic substrate without the need for primers or adhesives.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/article/whats-difference-tpes-vs-silicones?ind[]=6598
When properly selected, overmolded TPEs will form a strong bond (a cohesive bond) with the thermoplastic substrate without the need for primers or adhesives.