https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-04/CCG PVDF Extrusion_Molding Case Study.pdf
WIR E & CABLE OEM
P V D F E X T R U S I O N
• Improve extrusion line speed
• Minimize defects, optimize coefficient of friction (CoF), control
extrusion pressure, and eliminate die drool
• Prevent melt fracture (sharkskin)
• Reduce energy use in processing to achieve cost savings
• Delivered a polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF)
solution that improved extrusion production times
• Provided application specialists with deep
knowledge of PVDF processing windows (melt
and degradation temperatures) to help boost
overall processing performance
• Enhanced surface aesthetics by reducing friction
and improving flow stability
• Gained a reduction in energy use and offered
added savings for other PVDF applications such
as wire jacketing or tube and pipe extrusion
Colorant Chromatics PVDF Processing Aid
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/products/polymer-additives/processing-enhancement-additives/colorant-chromatics-pvdf-processing-aids
Slide 1: Wire & cable oem
https://www.avient.com/news/polyone-improves-driver-experience-new-onflex-lo-automotive-interiors
Our new material will play an important role in minimizing further off-gassing of chemicals to help automakers create a healthier, more enjoyable vehicle environment.”
About PolyOne
PolyOne Corporation, with 2015 revenues of $3.4 billion, is a premier provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions.
Caption: Designed to improve driver and passenger safety and comfort, OnFlex™ LO slashes volatile organic compounds (VOCs) by 50 percent.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2025-05/2024 Avient Executive Bios_Dr. Ashish K. Khandpurv3.pdf
Khandpur holds a Bachelor’s of Technology degree in Chemical Engineering from the
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi and a Ph.D in Chemical Engineering from the University of
Minnesota.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-11/AshishKhandpur.pdf
Khandpur holds a Bachelor’s of Technology degree in Chemical Engineering from the
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi and a Ph.D in Chemical Engineering from the University
of Minnesota.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-03/Ashish Khandpur_Bio.pdf
Khandpur holds a Bachelor’s of Technology degree in Chemical Engineering from the
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi and a Ph.D in Chemical Engineering from the University
of Minnesota.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-12/2024 Avient Executive Bios_Chris Pederson.pdf
Pederson holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering from University of
Washington, a Master’s of Science in Chemical Engineering from University of Delaware, and
an MBA from the University of Southern California.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2024-12/2024 Avient Executive Bios_Dr. Ashish K. Khandpur.pdf
Khandpur holds a Bachelor’s of Technology degree in Chemical Engineering from the
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi and a Ph.D in Chemical Engineering from the University
of Minnesota.
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2021-10/versaflex-top-cover-of-air-cushion-powder-case-study-one-pager.pdf
Cosmetic brands
COSMETIC BRANDS
C O V E R O F A I R C U S H I O N
P O W D E R C O M P A C T
• Low coefficient of friction (COF) to balance the opening
pressure and sealing performance
• General FDA compliance
• Good chemical resistance and barrier protection to water
and oxygen
• Overmold to PP with good compression set
• Delivered chemically resistant material with
excellent sealing properties and good
resilience to achieve requested
performance
• Provided onsite technical support to
improved injection speed and achieve good
bonding performance
• Offered a material solution that could be
leveraged across the customer’s global
cosmetic brands
Custom Versaflex™ TPE
KEY REQUIREMENTS
WHY AVIENT?
https://www.avient.com/sites/default/files/2023-08/chrispederson.pdf
Pederson holds a bachelor’s of science in chemical engineering from University of
Washington, a master’s of science in chemical engineering from University of Delaware, and
an MBA from University of Southern California.
https://www.avient.com/knowledge-base/video/oncolor-naturals-packaging?pname[]=16466
OnColor™ Naturals Colorants