Minimize the thickness of the soft TPE

A leading North American manufacturer of home power tools sought a new solution for producing the “boot,” or soft protective cover, for several of its power saw product lines.

A leading North American manufacturer of home power tools sought a new solution for producing the “boot,” or soft protective cover, for several of its power saw product lines.

And at night, the soft glow of the dials and switches must be subdued to ensure a driver’s attention isn’t diverted from the road.

We leverage a high-touch, collaborative customer service model, where our ratio of technology to sales associates is 1.1, driving rapid customer response and customization. But more significantly, we will deliver for our stakeholders through multiple value creation levers—many of which are unique to Avient: o Demand for sustainable solutions, healthcare, and composites, together with Clariant Masterbatch revenue synergies, that will drive long-term revenue growth in excess of GDP o Our differentiated technology, service and global reach are competitive advantages o Our asset-light and high-touch business model yields stable and high free cash flow conversion o Clariant Masterbatch cost synergy capture will result in significant near-term benefit In addition, we remain committed to increasing annual dividends and buying back shares, all while remaining modestly levered.

We leverage a high-touch, collaborative customer service model, where our ratio of technology to sales associates is 1.1, driving rapid customer response and customization. But more significantly, we will deliver for our stakeholders through multiple value creation levers—many of which are unique to Avient: o Demand for sustainable solutions, healthcare, and composites, together with Clariant Masterbatch revenue synergies, that will drive long-term revenue growth in excess of GDP o Our differentiated technology, service and global reach are competitive advantages o Our asset-light and high-touch business model yields stable and high free cash flow conversion o Clariant Masterbatch cost synergy capture will result in significant near-term benefit In addition, we remain committed to increasing annual dividends and buying back shares, all while remaining modestly levered.

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The company was GLS, a global leader in soft-touch thermoplastic elastomers. Serve Customers Retain Employees Invest in Commercial Resources Capture Synergies Implement LSS to Drive Efficiency Improvements Cross-sell and Blend Technology Leverage PolyOne’s Global Reach Innovate with Combined Portfolio Sustainability Report | 2018 49 Over a Decade of Specialty Acquisitions Specialized soft touch elastomer materials enabling vibration damping and ergonomic benefits JAN 2008 2008 Advanced healthcare formulations for medical devices DEC 2009 2009 Deep portfolio of liquid color and additive solutions for sustainable packaging, including reduced material requirements and barrier technology DEC 2011 2011 Lightweight, high-strength composite technology enabling energy efficiency DEC 2012 2012 Liquid polymer formulations and specialty coatings solutions for a wide range of end markets DEC 2014 Thermoplastic elastomer solutions for products requiring sustainable performance attributes, such as medical, consumer and packaging FEB 2016 2014 Color solutions for fibers to eliminate post production dying, minimizing water intensity DEC 2015 2015 2016 Lightweight, high- strength composite technology for precision and performance JUL 2016 Thermoplastic composite solutions providing lightweighting, design and recycling advantages JUL 2016 Color masterbatch provider focused on high- temperature applications in demanding environments, including high efficiency engines DEC 2016A leading provider of specialty and eco- conscious inks for the screen-printing industry JUN 2017 2017 Silicone colorant and additive dispersions for healthcare and other specialty markets JAN 2017 Color and additive technologies for consumer, outdoor and packaging applications JUL 2017 2018 Europe-based innovator of color and additive solutions supporting customers’ high standards for design, functionality and performance JAN 2018 Thermoplastic composite technology with lightweighting, high-strength and recyclability benefits JUN 2018 Lightweighting composite technology that enables connectivity and infrastructure through fiber optic and 5G applications JAN 2019 2019 KRATON TPE Our Solutions…In Action  Case Studies in Sustainability   All of our work—from idea, to design, to R&D, and through to commercialization—culminates when our customer’s products are brought to market.  With this beverage bottle customer’s sustainable vision and PolyOne’s Smartheat™ additive for PET, Australia’s first carbonated soft drink bottles made from 100% rPET hit the market.

These customized density solutions are an excellent choice for applications where the touch, feel and look of metal can denote luxury and quality, such as spirits caps and closures, high-quality surface finishes and handles for oral and skincare products, and in more functional applications including golf clubs, cutlery, fishing tackle and other outdoor accessories where heft is necessary for optimal performance.

Our local touch and customer engagement, combined with our global presence, allows us to serve customers with agility.