https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-12/2024 Avient Executive Bios_Amy Sanders.pdf
Sanders
spent over 20 years at 3M Company with various roles of increasing responsibility, culminating
as Senior Vice President and Deputy General Counsel supporting global business operations for
all segments and manufacturing operations.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-12/2024 Avient Executive Bios_Avery Johnson.pdf
a Fortune 200
global diversified, industrial manufacturer.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-12/ISO-14001_English_Shanghai Zhangjiang.pdf
Park, China (Shanghai) Pilot Free Trade Zone,
Shanghai, China 201203
has been found to conform to the Environmental Management System standard:
ISO 14001:2015
This certificate is valid for the following scope:
Design and Manufacture of Colour and Additive Concentrates
http://www.dnv.com/assurance
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-01/ISO 13485 Shanghai %28ZhangJiang%29%2C China.pdf
240625-2017-AQ-RGC-NA-PS
Initial certification date:
14 September 2017
Valid:
08 February 2025 – 07 February 2028
This is to certify that the management system of
PolyOne-Shanghai, China
88 Guoshoujing Road, Z.J.Hi-Tech Park, Pudong Shanghai, China (Unicode:
91310000607342402D)
has been found to conform to the Quality Management System standard:
ISO 13485:2016
This certificate is valid for the following scope:
Design, Manufacture, Sales and Distribution of Medical Colour and Additive Concentrates
Used for the Plastic Parts of Medical Devices
http://www.dnv.com
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-03/Complet LFT Automotive Steering Column Bracket.pdf
TIER 1
SUPPLIER
S T E E R I N G C O L U M N
B R A C K E T & L E V E R
• Automotive OEM lightweighting initiative
• Trial alternative materials to replace aluminum support
bracket and overmolded steel adjustment lever
• Up to 5,200 Newton load requirements with minimal
deflection allowance
• High stiffness & strength to function similar to metal
• Achieved 50% weight reduction with metal
to composite conversion
• Provided structural design & fiber orientation
consultations along with CAE analysis to
predict performance met requirements
• Shortened manufacturing lead time by
supplying injection molded material solution
Complēt Long Carbon Fiber Nylon Composite
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-03/2025 Proxy Statement.pdf
Retired Chief Financial and Planning Officer of Eaton plc
(“Eaton”), a global manufacturing company.
Nicolas’ experience in managing manufacturing in
the Asia Pacific region can assist Avient with our manufacturing plans
in that region.
Retired Chief Technology Officer for Colgate-Palmolive Company
(“Colgate-Palmolive”), a leading consumer products manufacturer.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-06/fl.datasheet-strengthmembers.pdf
POPULAR COATED STRENGTH MEMBERS
LOCATIONS
Headquarters, R&D, Manufacturing
FIBER-LINE® LLC
3050 Campus Drive
Hatfield, PA 19440
+1 215.997.9181
fiber@fiber-line.com
Manufacturing Operations
FIBER-LINE® LLC
280 Performance Drive SE
Hickory, NC 28602
+1 828.326.8700
fiber@fiber-line.com
EMEA & Asia Pacific Operations
FIBER-LINE® INTERNATIONAL B.V.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Polystrand Thermoplastic Composite Panel Application _ Install Guide.pdf
POLYSTRAND™
THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITE PANELS
APPLICATION & INSTALLATION GUIDE
PRODUCT
DESCRIPTION
FEATURE BENEFIT
Exceptional strength-to-weight ratio Lightweight yet strong structural
performance and increased payloads
Resistance to UV light, chemicals,
moisture degradation and rot Withstands harsh conditions
Tough and impact resistant Durability and long product life
Dimensionally stable Consistent performance in extreme
temperature and humidity fluctuations
Strong adhesive properties Easy bonding to various materials
FEATURE BENEFIT
Ready-to-install Fewer parts & reduced scrap
Large format Improved aesthetics with
seamless designs
Made via continuous-fiber
manufacturing process Consistent quality in every panel
PERFORMANCE ADVANTAGES
MANUFACTURING ADVANTAGES
Polystrand™ Thermoplastic Composite
Panels are engineered to provide
simplified installation, long-lasting
components, and overall cost reduction.
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Hammerhead with
5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3)
420 lbs
191 kg
Hammerhead with
7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3)
2 in
370 lbs
168 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3)
332 lbs
151 kg
984 lbs
446 kg
Glass/Polyester
with Balsa Core
1298 lbs
589 kg
Hammerhead with
5 lb/ft3 (80 kg/m3)
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA 501 lbs
227 kg
Hammerhead with
7 lb/ft3 (115 kg/m3)
Core Density -
ITW Plexus MA420
Adhesive
NA 839 lbs
381 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density -
ITW Plexus
MA420 Adhesive
NA 1156 lbs
524 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/ft3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density -
Crestomer
1152PA Adhesive
NA 1530 lbs
694 kg
Hammerhead with
8 lb/in3 (135 kg/m3)
Core Density -
Crestomer
M1-30 Adhesive
NA 1471 lbs
667 kg
Mixed Conditions
ADHESIVE
DESCRIPTION
ADHESIVE
GRADE MANUFACTURER
AVERAGE
BOND
STANDARD
DEVIATION
FAILURE
MODE
BEST ADHESION
2k Urethane 75421 LORD 2281 psi
15.73 MPa
184 psi
1.27 MPa
Substrate
Cohesive
2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY1 ACRALOCK 2211 psi
15.24 MPa
78 psi
0.54 MPa Substrate
2k Acrylic Plexus MA420 ITW 2171 psi
14.97 MPa
262 psi
1.81 MPa Substrate
2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk1 ACRALOCK 2102 psi
14.49 MPa
138 psi
0.95 MPa Substrate
2k Urethane 75451 LORD 2047 psi
14.11 MPa
68 psi
0.47 MPa Cohesive
2k Acrylic SA1-705 GRY 1:1 ACRALOCK 1966 psi
13.56 MPa
68 psi
0.47 MPa Substrate
2k Acrylic Scotch-Weld 8010 3M 1907 psi
13.15 MPa
61 psi
0.42 MPa Adhesive
Cyanoacrylate Gorilla Glue Gorilla Glue 1885 psi
13.00 MPa
432 psi
2.98 MPa Cohesive
2k Acrylic Crestabond PP-04 Scott Bader 1873 psi
12.91 MPa
281 psi
1.94 MPa Substrate
2k Acrylic SA10-05 Blk 10:1 ACRALOCK 1779 psi
12.27 MPa
127 psi
0.88 MPa Cohesive
2k Urethane 75422 LORD 1716 psi
11.83 MPa
190 psi
1.31 MPa
Cohesive
Adhesive
2k Urethane 75452 LORD 1535 psi
10.58 MPa
98 psi
0.68 MPa Adhesive
2k Methacrylate PolyFuse Icon
Containment
1610 psi
11.10 MPa
98 psi
0.68 MPa Adhesive
INTERMEDIATE ADHESION
2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk
C010817 ACRALOCK 724 psi
4.99 MPa
58 psi
0.40 MPa Cohesive
2k Acrylic FA10-05 Blk1 ACRALOCK 722 psi
4.98 MPa
44 psi
0.30 MPa Cohesive
2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy
Instant Mix Loctite 508 psi
3.50 MPa
81 psi
0.56 MPa Adhesive
2k Epoxy Gorilla Epoxy Gorilla Glue 341 psi
2.35 MPa
198 psi
1.37 MPa Adhesive
NOT RECOMMENDED
2k Epoxy Loctite Epoxy
Marine Loctite 0 0 No bond
ADHESIVE SELECTION
Brand names of the adhesives are owned by the respective manufacturers.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-10/SEM Automotive Aftermarket Rendering Application Bulletin.pdf
APPLICATION BULLETIN
DIMENSIONAL
STABILITY
Tight tolerances, minimal warp
SOLUTION: Long fiber
reinforced composites with
polyketone (PK)
POSSIBILITIES: Roof rack
structures, running boards,
brackets, component housings
STRENGTH
High strength-
to-weight ratio,
comparable to metal
SOLUTION: Long fiber
POSSIBILITIES:
Tubular door frames,
accessory motor
mounts, tailgate
locking systems
MANUFACTURING EASE
Injection moldable, design freedom,
insert molding, part consolidation
SOLUTION: Long fiber reinforced
composites
POSSIBILITIES: Seating shells,
seat base components, tubular door
frames, accessory linkages
IMPACT
RESISTANCE
Durable in rugged
environments and uses
SOLUTION: Maximum
toughness long fiber
POSSIBILITIES: Side steps,
bed steps, roof racks,
brackets, bed extenders,
tie downs
CORROSION
RESISTANCE
Metal replacement,
eliminate secondary
coatings
SOLUTION: Long fiber
POSSIBILITIES: Underbody
skid plate components,
fuel doors, fasteners
SUSTAINABILITY
PIR/PCR content incorporation
with high strength, lightweighting
for fuel economy
SOLUTION: Recycled content
long fiber reinforced composites
POSSIBILITIES: Roof rack
structures, fender flares, rail
covers, tail light protectors
LIGHTWEIGHTING
30–40% weight reduction
when switching from metal
SOLUTION: Long carbon
fiber reinforced composites
POSSIBILITIES: Motor
mounts, seating components,
accessory mounts
EXTREME
PERFORMANCE
High and low temperature
performance, maintained
properties with UV exposure,
moisture performance
SOLUTION: Long fiber
POSSIBILITIES: Tail
light protectors, fender
flairs, guards, underbody
components
SURFACE AESTHETICS
Color matches, fiber-rich or
glossy surfaces, carbon fiber
appearance
SOLUTION: Moisture-resistant
long fiber reinforced composites
POSSIBILITIES: Lighting bars,
side steps, bed steps, bike
mounting brackets, cargo carriers
NEXT-GEN
UPGRADES
Transform your aftermarket parts
with efficient, lightweight long
fiber thermoplastic solutions that
redefine performance with strength,
toughness, and design freedom.
GEAR UP FOR
SUCCESS
From style to performance, Avient has aftermarket
manufacturers covered.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-08/2022 Glasforms EC Application _ Product Selection Guide.pdf
A diverse
portfolio of purpose-engineered electrical
components that meet the specific and rigorous
demands of the electrical utility industry, and
have been trusted by major utility product
manufacturers for over 40 years.
Proprietary
composite formulations and technologies
prevent voids and produce high-quality cores
that withstand stringent electrical testing and
end-use manufacturing stresses such as thermal
overmolding and mechanical crimping.