Examples include: •    Barrier technologies that preserve the shelf-life and quality of food, beverages, medicine and other perishable goods through high-performance materials that require less plastic •    Light-weighting solutions that replace heavier traditional materials like metal, glass and wood, which can improve fuel efficiency in all modes of transportation •    Breakthrough technologies that minimize wastewater and improve the recyclability of materials and packaging across a spectrum of end uses FOR MEDIA USE ONLY: To download a high-resolution image, please click here: FOR MEDIA USE ONLY

The use of 2K (two-component) molding – in which the base resin is injected and allowed to set up for a short time, and then is overmolded by injecting the TPE – streamlines the manufacturing process. Without it, the company faced the prospect of having to use another production technique that would cost more and take longer. For this manufacturer, another appealing aspect of working with this material was Avient’s dedicated TPE production line in Spain, which is used solely to manufacture TPEs for overmolding applications.

Scientists estimate we are using more resources than Earth can replenish in a year — 1.75 times more than our planet’s ecosystems can regenerate. For example, you may end up using less material by designing smaller or thinner components, making products more durable so they last longer, and/or making them easier to repair. The use of multiple materials, color, and certain additives can add to the recycling complexity or limit recyclability.

Scientists estimate we are using more resources than Earth can replenish in a year — 1.75 times more than our planet’s ecosystems can regenerate. For example, you may end up using less material by designing smaller or thinner components, making products more durable so they last longer, and/or making them easier to repair. The use of multiple materials, color, and certain additives can add to the recycling complexity or limit recyclability.

The use of 2K (two-component) molding – in which the base resin is injected and allowed to set up for a short time, and then is overmolded by injecting the TPE – streamlines the manufacturing process. Without it, the company faced the prospect of having to use another production technique that would cost more and take longer. For this manufacturer, another appealing aspect of working with this material was Avient’s dedicated TPE production line in Spain, which is used solely to manufacture TPEs for overmolding applications.

Versaflex™ TPE used in liner for aluminum caps to keep water tasting fresh Best practices for handling and using ColorMatrix™ Joule™ RHB Fast Reheat Dispersions Versaflex™ TPE used to create ergonomic computer mouse with soft-touch qualities

Scientists estimate we are using more resources than Earth can replenish in a year — 1.75 times more than our planet’s ecosystems can regenerate. For example, you may end up using less material by designing smaller or thinner components, making products more durable so they last longer, and/or making them easier to repair. The use of multiple materials, color, and certain additives can add to the recycling complexity or limit recyclability.

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Versaflex™ TPE used in liner for aluminum caps to keep water tasting fresh Best practices for handling and using ColorMatrix™ Joule™ RHB Fast Reheat Dispersions Versaflex™ TPE used to create ergonomic computer mouse with soft-touch qualities