https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/case-study-versaflex-om-rotary-power-tool-handle_0.pdf
Versaflex OM - Rotary Power Tool Handle
PREMIUM POWER
TOOL BRAND
R O T A R Y P O W E R T O O L
H A N D L E
• Soft touch grip with improved haptics
• Reduced vibration
• Excellent surface appearance
• Bonding to nylon
• Utilized global technical services to translate
customer’s preferred material in North
America to Europe
• Enabled brand consistency across the
globe, and accelerated time to market
Versaflex™ OM 6258
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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RADIO CONTROL
SYSTEM PRODUCER
A N T I - S T A T I C B E L L O W
• Electrical resistivity of < E+6 Ω
• Soft grades between 40-50 Shore A
• Abrasion resistant
• Light weight material
• Designed to meet ATEX standards
• Replaced conductive EPDM thermoset
rubber enhancing processability and
enabled in-house injection molding
• Provided electrical resistivity at a low shore
hardness, improving joystick
maneuverability
• Enabled greater scrap re-use rate
Stat-Tech™ Thermoplastic Elastomer
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/case-study-one-pager-edgetek-screwdriver-handle.pdf
PREMIUM TOOL
BRAND
S C R E W D R I V E R H A N D L E
• High impact resistance
• High tensile strength
• Aesthetic surface
• Good processability
• Customized a nylon 6 based formulation,
with an emphasis on the impact properties
and processability, yet delivering the
desired aesthetic surface
• Met the customer’s aggressive timeline
and helped troubleshoot application needs
to determine the best material solution
Custom Edgetek™ Nylon Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
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AUTOMOTIVE OEM
L O W E R E X T E R I O R B U M P E R
• Develop a new color for molded-in-color plastics
• Create ‘Wow’ effect without chroming or paint
• Provide metallic aspect with good UV resistance for
exterior part
• Developed new “gris megalithe” color for PP
(AS1) utilizing Avient Design center
• Produced master plaques to showcase new color
• Accelerated testing to certify outstanding
weathering resistance
• Collaborated across the supply chain to optimize
metallic effect in the final part
Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants &
Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-02/OnColor Water Pitcher Application Snapshot.pdf
LEADING CONSUMER
PRODUCTS OEM
W A T E R P I T C H E R H A N D L E
• Access to the latest colors & effects for inspiration and
assistance with brand aesthetics
• Meet sustainability expectations while maintaining product
and brand integrity
• Accelerate product development timeline to meet
aggressive commercial deadlines
• Offered blue marble effect in Oceanworks PS
• Developed a proprietary blue marble aesthetic
in a recycled PS, meeting brand and
sustainability expectations
• Expedited product development to satisfy
ambitious timeline requirements
• Provided ongoing inspiration and global
support throughout the process
OnColor™ (Remafin™) Polymer Colorants for
polyolefins
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-11/OnFlex S KE Power Tool - case study snapshot.pdf
GLOBAL
APPLIANCE BRAND
P O W E R T O O L H A N D L E
• Bonding to ABS
• Scratch resistance
• Colorable compound
• Easy to grip/soft touch
• Worked in synergy across business to
produce a scratch resistant material
suitable for ABS bonding in 19 different
color options
• Made new ergonomic design possible
through better material properties,
especially grip and soft touch
• Enabled customer to market next
generation of power tool, with updated
look and feel
OnFlex™ S KE Series
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-08/reSound Bio -Swimming Goggle-Application Snapshot.pdf
AVIENT SOLUTION
SWIMMING GEAR
BRAND
S W I M G O G G L E G A S K E T A N D
N O S E B R I D G E
• Bio-content material
• Good adhesion to PC
• Flexible and comfortable to wear
• Easy to process
• Customized formulations for a transparent Shore 43A
TPE with 40% bio-based content for the gasket and a
natural 57A TPE with 30% bio-based content for the
nose bridge to meet sustainability and comfort targets
• Delivered excellent performance in order to pass strict
chlorine, brine, and QUV tests
• Offered prompt development and on-site technical
services to accelerate commercialization
KEY REQUIREMENTS
SUSTAINABILITY + SEALING
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Bergamid-Racing Wheel-Application snapshot_0429
CONSUMER
ELECTRONICS BRAND
G E A R O F R A C I N G W H E E L
• Achieve high strength and abrasion resistance
• Deliver smooth, quiet functionality and minimize backlash
for improved control
• Delivered glass fiber reinforced nylon
formulation to meet the requirements for high
strength and abrasion resistance
• Offered local service and support, which
helped to accelerate production
• Provided stable supply despite the nylon
shortage issues in the market
Bergamid™ Polymer Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-08/Versaflex-HVAC Thumb Wheel and Vent-Case study Snapshot_0826.pdf
HVAC Thumb Wheel and Vent
NEW ENERGY
VEHICLE OEM
H V A C T H U M B W H E E L & V E N T
• Reliable sealing performance
• Excellent abrasion resistance
• Good bonding with PA6
• Formulated a TPE with good sealing and
insulation for gaskets within the vent to
minimize air and moisture leaks, improving
the overall efficiency and performance of the
HVAC system
• Provided a solution that resisted wear,
abrasion, and impact to enhance the
longevity of components
Versaflex Thermoplastic Elastomers
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-12/Oncolor bio colorant -smartwatch housing -case study snapshot.pdf
FITNESS
SMARTWATCH
BRAND
S M A R T W A T C H H O U S I N G
• Reduce carbon footprint at least 30% by using bio-based
material
• Meet physical properties requirements such as impact
strength, UV resistance, and thermal resistance
• Provide small lot quantity for various colors
• Offered bio-based colorants to support
carbon footprint reduction
• Maintained over 80% of mechanical
properties of materials and passed QSUN &
QUV test
• Offered supply flexibilities in low volume for
a high mix of colors
OnColor Bio Colorants
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?