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The Starting Point: Intrinsic Design

Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
Why design and materials should be inextricably linked for successful products.
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Navigating the Challenges of Semiconductor Packaging with Specialty Polymer Solutions Learn more about the challenges of semiconductor packaging and how we can help. More
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Military-Grade Protection for U.S. Soldiers Ballistic system from Edwards Design and Fabrication, Inc. relies on GlasArmor™ Panels More
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Benefits of Bio-Based Solutions Finding value in addressing the increased demand for bio-derived solutions. More
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Rethinking Materials for Automotive Aftermarket Parts Making the Switch from Metal to Plastic Using Long Fiber Thermoplastics More
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Chemically Resistant Polymers for Next-Generation Devices Preventing environmental stress cracking in consumer and healthcare applications. More
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Polyketone, a Next-Generation Sustainable Nylon Alternative Explore the benefits of polyketone More
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Optimizing Automotive Structural Component Designs with Advanced Modeling Learn how virtual capabilities can improve performance. More
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E-Battery Systems for Electric Vehicles As battery enclosures evolve into integrated structural components, the need for advanced materials has grown. Consider engineered polymers and advanced composites. More
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Navigating Beyond PFAS Exploring concerns and challenges along the path to developing non-PFAS solutions. More
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Tough Enough to Protect the Power Grid Modular ballistic protection made possible with GlasArmor™ composites More
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Solutions for EVSE Infrastructure Design and production priorities for EV equipment. More
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Color and effect trends for inspired plastic designs Create impactful aesthetics for your future plastic products using our ColorForward™ annual color and effect trend forecasting guide. More
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How to Lightweight Automotive Components Exploring Three Key Opportunities for Metal-to-Plastic Conversion More
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Deep Black Shades for Polyester Textiles Achieve intense fade-resistant jet-black shades in polyester textiles with deep black colorants for the eco-conscious spin-dyeing process. More
Circular economy
Creating Circular Composites: Challenges and Opportunities for Polymer Materials Engineers The Path to Sustainability More
sustainability
Designing Parts to Meet Sustainability Goals Exploring the various possibilities when incorporating sustainability into part design. More
Pultruded shapes
Pultruded Composites: A Design and Material Engineer's Guide This guide will explore the benefits, drawbacks, and target applications of pultruded composites. More
Packaging
A Guide to NIAS: Prioritizing Safety and Sustainability in Plastic Food Packaging This guide will explore the industry impact of NIAS and how to ensure safety and sustainability in plastic food and beverage packaging. More
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Understanding PCR in Closure Applications Understanding the challenges of incorporating PCR and exploring potential solutions. More
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Strategies to Manage Your Carbon Footprint A guide to defining, reducing, and calculating your carbon footprint. More
Cosmetic packaging
Comparing Sustainable TPEs to Traditional Alternatives Explore the differences between sustainable TPEs, conventional TPEs, and silicone. More
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Understanding TPE Material and Performance for Enabling 5G Technologies Discover the effects of material formulations and thickness on dielectric performance More
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Enhance Electric Vehicle Battery Design and Performance Discover the advantages of using engineered polymers in EV battery applications. More
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Getting More Efficient with Polymer Colorants A look at the challenges and potential solutions when ordering and using smaller amounts of colorants. More
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Traceability for Recycled Textiles Support recycled content labels for synthetic textiles with a low-investment traceability solution. More
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Developing Your ESG Framework A guide for describing, evaluating, and reporting environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data. More
Collapsible Tote
Sustainable Packaging with Collapsible Totes Learn about these efficient, safe and sustainability-enabling containers More
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New Life for Aging Pipe Learn how a pipe liner helped a major equipment manufacturer and customer extend the longevity of a piping system and reduce exposure to unsafe chemicals. More
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Change the Way You Dye Textiles Change the way you dye fibers with a technology that uses no water and less energy than the classic bath-dyeing technology. More
Recycling
Making Plastic Parts More Sustainable Using bio-based and recycled materials in your finished products More
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Can Polyketone (PK) Materials Provide an Alternative to Polyoxymethylene (POM)? Download this free study to determine if PK can address POM’s toxicity and sustainability issues without sacrificing performance. More
Solar Panels
Understanding the needs and challenges of photovoltaic cable Hear from Meenali Parsekar, Product Manager of Wire and Cable at Avient, to learn more on his take on manufacturing photovoltaic cable. More
Composite Sandwhich Panels
Get to Know Composite Sandwich Structures Design optimization, predictive tools, and best practices for working with thermoplastic composite sandwich panels More
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Forming Methods and Applications Learn more about forming methods and applications that benefit from the advantages of CFRTPs More
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Thermoplastic Composites Characteristics and Advantages Explore how the versatility of continuous fiber reinforced thermoplastic composites can help you minimize weight and maximize design efficiency More
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碳足迹管理策略 定义、减少和计算碳足迹的指南 More
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Could polyketone be the next-generation nylon alternative? Understanding the performance attributes and limitations of polyketone More
Revolve Tripod
Composite Tripod Stands Out from the Crowd Innovative, rollable tripod design gains strength and durability from composites More
Chemical Resistance of TPEs
Understanding the Chemical Resistance of TPEs Exploring the performance of various TPE types More
Fiber Optic Cable
New Horizons for Fiber Optic Cable The case for high-performance material solutions More
Mevopur for Increased Security of Supply
Increasing Supply Security for Medical Plastics Minimize the risk of supply disruptions for healthcare plastic colorants and functional additives More
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Healthcare Bio-based Polymer Solutions Switching to bio-based solutions for adding color and performance to healthcare plastics More
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Balancing Beauty and Sustainability with TPEs Explore the design options & challenges of TPEs with sustainable content More
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Changing Regulations of IVDR Understanding the relevant changes and resulting challenges of the EU IVDR More
Medical Wearables
Medical Wearables: The New Frontier of Healthcare Listen in as we discuss a popular topic – medical wearables More
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How to Protect Blow-Molded Bottles from Drop-Impact Damage Design bottles that will stay protected, despite drops and impact More
How to Solve Pearlescence and Haze Challenges in Blow Molded Bottles
How to Solve Pearlescence and Haze Challenges in Blow Molded Bottles How to manage unwanted coloring in blow molded bottles More
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Emerging Trends and Top 10 Production Challenges for Blow Molded Bottles Learn about exciting trends and commonly-faced production challenges More
The changing dynamics of USP
Changing Dynamics of USP Learn more about the what and when of the coming changes to USP 661 More
What's the difference between fillers and reinforcements
What’s The Difference?™ Fillers & Reinforcements We take an objective look at the types of polymer fillers and reinforcements available and which ones will give you the results you’re seeking. More
Exploring Fluoropolymers
Exploring Fluoropolymers A family of high-performance materials that are widely used today More
Reinforcing a Stronger Infrastructure
Reinforcing a Stronger Infrastructure Thermoplastic composites enable advancements in oil and gas pipe through corrosion resistance, reduced weight, and flexible reinforcement. More
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Transform Product Development with FEA Learn 4 ways engineering simulation aids the design process More
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New Aesthetix Innovative Aesthetic Solutions for Thermoplastics More
Carbon Fiber Composites
Carbon Fiber Composites Strong, lightweight alternative for metal and wood applications More
Microbe Growth
Protecting Polymers from Microbe Growth Examine the research behind TPEs with antimicrobial additives More
TPE and LSR
What's the Difference™? TPEs vs. Silicones This high-level, objective look at both TPEs and LSR touches on some key topics to consider in three critical categories—design, production and performance—to help you make a more informed decision. More
Closing the Packaging Loop
Closing the Packaging Loop with Post-consumer Recycled PET Oxygen scavenger reduces PET haze and improves recyclability for consumer packaging in the circular economy. More
Reducing Weight in Automotive Parts
Reducing Weight in Automotive Parts Foaming agent decreases dashboard weight by 20% while improving part bending strength, ultimately enhancing vehicle safety. More
Protective Face Masks
Improving the Performance of Protective Face Masks Improved dielectric properties in face masks increases filtration efficiency and extends shelf life. More
Utilizing Ocean Plastic
Utilizing Ocean Plastic for a More Circular Economy Recycled content formulations help brand owners deliver on their sustainability goals, reduce waste, and work towards a circular economy. More
Let's Get Circular
Let’s Get Circular Find out how Avient’s solutions are helping to help meet Germany’s ambitious sustainability targets for a plastics circular economy. More
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Advanced Composites Explained This comprehensive guide covers everything from the basics of composites to the properties, advantages, and common applications. More
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Lightweight and Strong Watch the webinar to explore the critical performance advantages of composite sandwich panels More
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TPE For Beginners Thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) are used to create durable products that we use everyday. Learn how to design with TPEs and the advantages of using this eco-friendly material. More
In-House Plastisol
Considering In-House Plastisol Production? Weigh the pros and cons in these seven key categories More
Weathering the Storm
Weathering the Storm with Advanced Composites Reliability and resilience of electrical transmission & distribution components gets a boost with fiber-reinforced composites More
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Designing for Sustainability 4 Pillars of Sustainable Design for Consumer Electronics More
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Smart Design™ eBook from Avient
The Starting Point: Intrinsic Design Download our free eBook with actionable insights on materials-centered design. More
Smarter Materials™ eBook from Avient
High Performance Thermoplastics eBook A valuable resource for anyone considering these advanced polymers. More
Rada Knives
Cutting Edge Product Development with Rada Cutlery Design services and specialty materials combine for a differentiated new product line More
Global Vision
Bringing Global Vision 2020’s USee™ to Life A Pioneering Vision Correction Solution for the Developing World More
What is FEA
Accelerate Product Development with Predictive Analytics Learn the basics of FEA: What it can do and how it helps More
Quality by Design
Quality by Design To help you reduce the risk of regulatory non-compliance for medical devices and pharmaceutical packaging, let’s start at the beginning – the materials used and our Quality by Design (QbD) process behind the scenes. More
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Men’s Grooming Packaging In the men’s grooming market, packaging is a crucial tool to attract consumers and get them to choose your product. More
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Ski Boot Design & Color Color and design are vital when pitching ski boots to different personality types. More
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Smarter Materials
Smarter Materials™ for Mobile Phone Cases More
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Success Stories with Engineered Polymers Check out our library of resources highlighting some of the ways we’ve supported success for our customers. More
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Design Guides for Engineered Polymers More
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Processing Guides for Engineered Polymers Browse our growing library of processing guides for engineered polymer formulations. More
Thermoset vs. Thermoplastic Polymer Matrix Let’s take a closer look at the differences between the thermoset and thermoplastic polymers that play a critical role in determining the performance characteristics of the final composite product. More
Smart Colorants™ Learn how to use both solid and liquid colorants effectively. More
Wearable Medical eBook
TrendWatch: Medical Wearables + Digital Health Learn why the right materials matter for meeting growing demand More
Advanced Composites For Ballistic Protection See how continuous fiber composites add safety and security to the world we live in More
Blue Jean Stain Resistant TPEs 4 Ways Blue Jean Stain Resistance TPEs Can Streamline Designs for White and Light-Colored Phone Cases More
Engineered Polymers for ADAS Housings Protect your ADAS Electronics with Thermally Conductive, Static Dissipative & EMI/RFI Shielding Polymers More
Three Ways to Enhance Cosmetic Packaging Discover how TPEs are helping brand owners and converters create cosmetic packaging that lasts. More
Is Your Coconut Water as Fresh as You Think? Learn more about packaging selection for sensitive contents. More
Boost Vehicle Interior Appeal Balance sensory factors to grab consumer attention. More
Fillers & Reinforcements Explained Discover how to choose the best filler or reinforcement for your application needs. More
Going The Distance Reduce friction and ensuing wear to improve automotive system useful life. More
Anti-counterfeiting technologies Discover the pros and cons of anti-counterfeiting technologies. More
Paddlesports Equipment Done Right Explore these three tips for designing paddlesports equipment that exceeds expectations. More
Laser Marking Made Simple Learn how you can achieve permanent results with laser marking additives. More
Structural Performance Gets an Upgrade Learn how a composite brace helped a major OEM create an underbody with lighter weight and improved structural integrity. More
UV Barrier Additives These three considerations will help your application harness the power of UV barrier additives. More
Three Color Mistakes to Avoid Discover the top three pitfalls to avoid in order to maximize color in your operations. More
UV Light Blocking for PET Beverage Packaging Find out the top 5 benefits that UV light blockers for PET beverage packaging offer brand owners and packaging designers. More
Get the Paint Out! These components win by losing the paint and saying yes to molded-in color. More
TPE Grips for Indoor Applications See how adding a soft-touch grip to common household products can improve the sensory experience. More
Amped-Up Off-Road Performance Boost the off road experience with advanced polymer materials that deliver innovation. More
Automotive Color’s Role How can you use color to not only catch a buyer’s attention, but also their aspirations? More
TPE Grips for Outdoor Applications See how adding a TPE grip can boost premium consumer value and attract new buyers. More
Decrease LED Temperature, Increase Value Learn how polymers and design help manage heat in LED applications. More
Fighting Fog in Food Packaging Additives can help provide a solution to unappealing fog and keep packages looking customer-friendly. More
Automotive Design Trends Stay a step ahead of industry developments and design with consumers in mind. More
The Secret to Controlling Interior Vehicle Dust Maintain a clean look throughout manufacturing, shipping and showroom display. More
Nylon 6 vs. Nylon 66 Explore the differences between nylon 6 and nylon 66 to find out which is right for you. More
Luxurious Packaging Your brand connotes luxury. Your packaging should too. More
TPEs for Portable Speakers See how thermoplastic elastomers can bring astounding design, increased performance and high durability to your electronic products. More
Consumer Electronics and TPEs Discover how thermoplastic elastomers can change the game for consumer electronics design. More
Discover TPEs for Healthcare Find out how and where these game-changing materials are being used. More
Packaging Idea Center
Packaging Innovations Looking for attractive and functional packaging materials? Think TPEs. More
Packaging That Saves Space See our patent-pending design that provides the functionality of rigid packaging in the most efficient footprint possible. More
Explore Color & Design Learn how inspired color and design can engage the senses and emotions. More
Combat Counterfeits Counterfeiting is a problem that extends well beyond the designer apparel and film industries. Are your products at risk? More
Regulatory Issues An overview on navigating through the regulatory maze. More
Benefits of Metal Replacement Why consider plastics in lieu of metal? Read some of the primary benefits. More
Lightweighting Simplified An overview of the impact of removing weight, and subsequently improving ergonomics and fuel efficiency. More
Ammo Maker Gets Revolutionary Learn more about how PolyCase Ammunition improved design and function with high-density composites. More
VIDEO: Managing Skin Irritation for TPE Wearables This webinar highlights root causes and details remedies for wearable electronics designers. More
Video: Avoid Mistakes in Consumer Electronics This webinar explains the top ten mistakes that consumer electronics manufacturers make during the material selection process and how they can be avoided. More
FIVE WAYS TO ENHANCE ERGONOMICS Learn about the multiple benefits available when adding TPEs to your products. More
Video: Using Thermochromic Effect TPEs Learn how to use TPEs that change color as temperature changes. More
Medical Stopper
Medical Stoppers, Improved Learn more about a specially formulated TPE that offers excellent resealing, low levels of coring, and better manufacturing efficiency compared to traditional materials. More
How to Enhance Auto Interiors Learn how a material combined high quality, high productivity, and low production cost to meet the needs of both OEMs and their suppliers. More
Three Ways That Soft Touch Enhances Consumer Products Learn how to enhance the aesthetics and ergonomics of your consumer product with TPEs. More
Four Ways to Improve Surface Aesthetics with TPEs Learn four ways to improve your product's sensory and visual qualities with TPEs. More
Winning Impact Modification: Using TPEs Discover how one manufacturer improved performance and reduced weight for $500,000 in annual savings. More
Lightweighting Mistakes
Avoid Lightweighting Mistakes Four ways to ensure you don’t take any missteps when removing weight. More
MEDICAL OEM Boosts Productivity Learn how this contract manufacturer reduced rejects and added $100,000 to its annual bottom line. More
TPEs for safety, durability, branding Adding safety, durability and signature blue color gave one medical device manufacturer the edge on its competition. More
Improve Medical Overmolding Medical hose manufacturer lowers costs and achieves higher flow by switching to TPE. More
Vibration Reduction and More Manufacturer improves saw cover while increasing efficiency, reducing scrap and saving $55,000 annually with overmolding process. More
Achieving Color Harmony Read how we helped one electric carmaker shorten lead times and fine-tune color harmony in key molded interior parts. More
TPE Tackles Critical Issues, Saves $100,000 Custom TPE addresses critical issues and delivers $100,000 in annual savings. More
Garden Sprayer Gets a Grip A leading garden equipment manufacturer creates a new, high-end line of sprayers using TPEs to enhance quality, durability and aesthetics. More
Mouse Goes Premium with Soft Touch Enhanced user experience drives increased market share and over $400,000 in new sales revenue. More
Protect Auto Interiors Find out how one supplier optimized properties, processing with UV-stable materials. More
Eliminate paint? No problem Masterbatch approach eliminates added cost, chemical volatility of painting. More
Tier 1
Tier 1 Drives Savings New material leads to cycle time improvement, reduced maintenance costs and color standardization. More
Reducing Costs in Solar Wiring This single-layer jacket amps up photovoltaic wire offering for a leading manufacturer. More
Heat Dissipation Solution One manufacturer cut heat sink costs and improved agility for LED lighting assemblies by replacing aluminum. More
Durablility, Simplified Manufacturer finds improved durability and cost-effectiveness for plastic spinning tubes & bobbins. More
Non-halogen TPEs in Electrical Junction Boxes Non-halogen boxes deliver production efficiencies and increase sustainability. More
Microbe Protection for Catheters A breakthrough formulation improves the antimicrobial properties of tiny medical tubing. More
RoHS Compliance Expands Markets Learn how Kalas expanded its offerings by reducing heavy metal in wire, cable. More
EMI Shielding Adds Speed Shielding connectors deliver higher speeds, lower costs than ever before. More
Radiation Shielding Without Lead Global medical device OEM outpaces competition with non-lead CT scanner components. More
TPE in Medical Device Saves $175,000 After turning to Avient for help, a manufacturer successfully reduces costs for a new valve insert by $175,000. More
Meeting FDA Requirements with TPE Innovative dosing adapter helps parents avoid dispensing too much liquid medication to their children, and achieves greater production efficiencies. More
Savings and Appeal for Automotive Interior Automaker delivers 'wow' factor and $500,000 in annual savings with new colorant plus additive. More
Running Shoe Innovation with TPEs Find out how a premier shoe manufacturer created a breakthrough product that adapts to impact. More
Additives for Productivity Find out how a luxury European automaker met peak demand with a new cycle time reduction additive. More
Cutting Weight, Freeing Design With help from PolyOne, auto parts manufacturer HellermannTyton finds a nylon lightweighting solution. More
LED Heat Sinks A shift from metal drives an improved product line for one component manufacturer. More