https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-09/Omnicolor Safety Equip Application Snapshot.pdf
SAFETY EQUIPMENT
MANUFACTURER
R E S P I R A T O R A C C E S S O R Y
P A R T S
• Black color concentrate suitable for use in butyrate (PSU)
• Low let down ratio (LDR)
• Quick turnaround time
• Offered compatibility with desired resin
system in required color (Deep Black –
OC9UFA)
• Provided low usage rate of 1% LDR
• Afforded immediate availability of sample for
testing and ordering
Omnicolor™ Multipurpose Colorants
KEY REQUIREMENTS WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-09/Omnicolor Case Study Cable Reel.pdf
POWER & LIGHTING
MANUFACTURER/MOLDER
S M A L L C A B L E R E E L
• Meet color requirement of medium-tone gray for
polypropylene (PP) cable reel application
• Low cost color development
• Short lead time to fit production schedule
• Offered readily available standard color (Mid
Grey – OC7UFF) to meet customer request
• Provided low usage rate of 1% LDR to keep
costs down
• Shipped colorant sample within one day of
inquiry
• Allowed sample parts to be molded within
three days to accommodate schedule
Omnicolor™ Multipurpose Colorants
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-02/CCG Mini Case Study_ 3D Dental Scanner_0.pdf
DENTAL TOOL OEM
3 D D E N T A L S C A N N E R
• Achieve accurate color match to non-polysulfone (PSU)
components
• Must be compatible with hospital disinfectants and survive
repeated steam sterilization
• Developed precise color match to other resins
used in adjacent parts, maintaining accurate
brand identification
• Provided expertise in pigments and critical
color manufacturing for high performance
resins
• Customized a high-performance solution able
to withstand steam sterilization in an autoclave
Transcend™ Precolored Gray and Precolored
White PSU
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-10/antimicrobial-case-study.pdf
DENTAL PRODUCTS
MANUFACTURER
T O O T H B R U S H E S
• Achieve lower let-down ratios (LDRs)
• Maintain sufficient antimicrobial functionality
• Preserve clarity or retain opacity, depending on resin
• Shorten lead times to minimize inventory and production
bottlenecks
• Provided full antimicrobial functionality at
lower LDRs for 30% annual cost savings
• Designed universal carrier that enabled
additive use across a variety of resins
• Reduced lead time over previous supplier
by one week, enabling customer to better
manage inventory levels and increase
production efficiencies
WithStand™ Antimicrobial Additives
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-12/Versaflex TPEs for Gasket of Radial Artery Hemostat_Final.pdf
artery tourniquet
ARTERY TOURNIQUET
MANUFACTURER
G A S K E T O F R A D I A L A R T E R Y
H E M O S T A T
• Super soft feeling
• Increased production efficiency by simple injection process
• High transparency
• Delivered a series of soft-touch TPEs
capable of meeting the desired feel
• Formulated solutions to comply with FDA
regulation for skin contact
• Provided easy molding and assembling by
onsite technical and customized durometer
Customized Versaflex™ TPEs
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/versaflex-hc-syringe-plunger-english.pdf
Versaflex HC - Syringe Plunger - English
SYRINGE
MANUFACTURER
D I S P O S A B L E S Y R I N G E
P L U N G E R
• USP VI and ISO 10993-4,5 compliant
• Sterilize by gamma & EtO
• Long-term sealing performance
• Low coefficient of friction (COF)
• Consistent performance across barrel sizes
• Provided a formulated solution that met
rigorous medical application requirements
• Improved global supply continuity
• Increased process efficiency by replacing
previous thermoset material with TPE
Versaflex™ HC 2110-57B
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/Versaflex TPE-Charging Gun Grip-Application Snapshot.pdf
AVIENT SOLUTION
LEADING EV
MANUFACTURER
C H A R G I N G G U N G R I P
• Good abrasion resistance
• Excellent chemical resistance
• Nice surface finish
• Good bonding with flame retardant PC/ABS
• Provided a rubbery touch feel, chemical
resistance (including to ethanediol), and better
appearance than the incumbent TPV solution
• Eliminated a secondary process through two-
shot injection molding with good adhesion to
PC, ABS, PC/ABS, and copolyester handles
• Offered quick technical support to accelerate
the product development
KEY REQUIREMENTS
CHEMICAL RESISTANCE + BONDING
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Versaflex™ TPE Formulation
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https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2020-07/versaflex-bvm-resuscitator-bag.pdf
Versaflex - BVM Resuscitator Bag
BAG-VALVE-MASK (BVM)
MANUFACTURER
R E S U S C I T A T O R B A G
• Compatible gamma sterilization process
• Achieve desired elastomeric properties
• PVC-free formulation
• FDA, ISO 10993, USP VI compliant
• Repeatable injection molding process
• Complemented customer expertise with
technical support in material selection, part &
tool design, and process development
• Customized TPE offered customer an
alternative to vinyl without sacrificing
performance
• Improved process efficiency and overall
system costs through injection molding method
Customized Versaflex™ TPE
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2022-03/Trilliant HC Conductive Pipette Tips Application Snapshot.pdf
LEADING BIOTECH
MANUFACTURER
C O N D U C T I V E P I P E T T E T I P S
• Accuracy of liquid measurements
• Hydrophobic properties to minimize fluid retention
• Concentric dimensional stability and warp resistance
• High flow properties for multi-cavity molds
• Offered consistent electrical conductivity to
achieve repeatable part performance and
minimize failures from inconsistent
conductivity
• Provided high flow grade with easy
processing to improve efficiency and cost
effectiveness
• Achieved high stiffness and warp
resistance, minimizing the rejection rate
Trilliant™ HC Conductive Formulation
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-05/dock-shelter-1-page.pdf
LOADING DOCK
SHELTERS
R E I N F O R C I N G S T A Y S
Replacement for steel or composite stays to provide reliable
seal from external environment:
• Withstand repeated flex and twisting, pass rigorous
proprietary flexural testing requirements
• Maintain performance in extreme temperatures
• Enabled repeated twisting and flexing
without failure, up to 90˚ bends, due to
exceptional mechanical properties
• Customized finishing to meet specific shape
and edge surface requirements
• Improved supply reliability with product
manufactured in Montrose, CO
Gordon Composites™ Thermoset Composite
Springs
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?