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Every day, more and more people are dedicating themselves to living a healthy and balanced lifestyle. And they expect the products they buy to support their needs and goals. 

We can help you by providing the latest in material technology. Whether it’s adding comfort with a soft-touch grip, boosting strength with an engineered material, or simply achieving weight reduction and improved durability, we have a portfolio of products that will tackle your every need and win raves from your consumers.

Applications

  • Exercise equipment
  • Yoga & Pilates
  • Weight training

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Technologies
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Antimicrobial Phone Case Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ CE 3320-80 enhanced solution that included antimicrobial properties and stain resistance
Aqueous Battery Gasket Case Study (Snapshot) Dynaflex™ TPE delivered excellent sealing plus chemical resistance for demanding energy storage application
Avient's Highly Engineered Materials for the Battery and E-mobility Market Video Watch this video to learn more about engineered solutions that can enable advanced mobility.
Cash Machine Tray Case Study (Snapshot) Stat-Tech™ formulations provide electrostatic discharge, flame retardant performance, and excellent stiffness for cash machine tray
Chair Lumbar Support Case Study (Snapshot) Dynaflex™ TPE delivers the right support, look and feel for leading seating manufacturer's lumbar support
Chemically Compatible TPEs for Cosmetic Packaging - Application Bulletin Application Overview Learn how Avient’s chemically compatible Versaflex™ PKG thermoplastic elastomers provide a wide range of tactile finishes and surface textures
Clip & Lock Closure for Food Containers Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer improves performance and meets food compliance regulations for clip and lock closure
Coffee Machine Seal Case Study (Snapshot) Custom Versaflex™ formulation with excellent peel force performance to meet the sealing requirements
Color and Additives Solutions Overview Product/Service Overview Colorant and additives overview and capabilities
Color Trends in Pet Products eBook Color & Insights Report: January 2022
Compartment Cover for Medical Device Case Study (Snapshot) Versollan™ Thermoplastic Elastomers achieved excellent adhesion and improved aesthetics and usability for compartment cover
Compound Bow Grip Case Study (Snapshot) Nymax™ nylon substrate and Versaflex™ TPE overmold combine to deliver structural integrity and comfort for archery OEM
Compression Controller Housing Grip Case Study (Snapshot) Versollan™ TPEs  were able to provide good adhesion to PCTG and a comfortable, ergonomic grip for a compression controller housing grip
Computer Mouse - Case Study Case Study Versaflex™ TPE used to create ergonomic computer mouse with soft-touch qualities
Contact Lens Container - Case Study Case Study Custom Versaflex™ formulation enhances contact lens container manufacturing productivity
Cosmetic Dropper Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomers improved chemical resistance for cosmetic droppers
Cover of Air Cushion Powder Compact Case Study (Snapshot) Delivered chemically resistant material with excellent sealing properties and good resilience to achieve requested performance
CPAP Tubing Film Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ CL2250 improved comfort and aesthetics to CPAP tubing
Diastimeter Cover for Power Tool Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex ™OM Thermoplastic Elastomer provided a formulation with better wear resistance and met anti-static standard surface resistivity
Disc Golf Discs Case Study (Snapshot) Dynaflex™ TPEs provided a versatile material for achieving multiple disc capabilities, colors and features
Disposable Syringe Tip Cap Case Study (Snapshot) Increased process efficiency and formulated a solution that met rigorous medical application requirements
Durability for Cooler Feet and Wagon Wheel Tread Case Study (Snapshot) Dynaflex™ G provides durability and UV stability for cooler feet and wagon wheel tread
EEG Headset Parts Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ TPEs provided soft touch and satisfied regulatory requirements for EEG headset parts
Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Market and Solutions Industry Overview Overview of EV charging market and technologies to enhance public charging stations
Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Solutions Product/Service Overview Challenges and solutions for materials used in EV charging stations
Engineered Materials for EV Batteries Infographic Discover engineered polymers to advance battery design and performance
Engineered Polymer Formulations for Firearm Components Product Selection Guide Overview of technologies, characteristics, and applications.
Engineered Polymer Materials for EV Batteries Video Learn more about advanced polymer technologies that enhance EV battery design and performance to enable benefits such as extended vehicle range, lightweighting and sustainability.
Ergonomic Design Guide Processing & Design Guides Take a closer look at ergonomic grip design considerations for improving interactions with handheld devices
EV Charging Gun Grip Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ TPE Formulation provided chemical resistance and bonding for EV charging gun grip
Face Mask Ventilation Valve Case Study (Snapshot) Dynaflex™ G2711 Thermoplastic Elastomer provides biocompatibility and soft touch for face mask ventilation valve 
Fishing Tool Grip Case Study (Snapshot) Avient Design services and a custom Versaflex™ wet grip TPE combine to deliver an optimized and aesthetically differentiated fishing tool for outdoor gear OEM
Footwear Insert Case Study (Snapshot) Customized a formulation to achieve super soft gel performance without a tacky finish
GLS™ TPE Infant Care Solutions Guide - Product Selection Guide (Chinese) Product Selection Guide Ideal TPEs for safe, durable and regulatory compliant applications like pacifiers, bottles and bathtubs (Chinese language version)
GLS™ TPE Infant Care Solutions Guide - Product Selection Guide (English) Product Selection Guide Ideal TPEs for safe, durable and regulatory compliant applications like pacifiers, bottles and bathtubs (English language version)
GLS™ TPE Soft-Touch Grips Indoor - Application Bulletin Application Overview Value information and price comparison of GLS™ TPE soft-touch grips for indoor applications
GLS™ TPE Soft-Touch Grips Outdoor - Application Bulletin Application Overview Value information and price comparison of GLS™ TPE soft-touch grips for outdoor applications    
GLS™ TPEs - Injection Molding Guide Processing & Design Guides Guide to part design, mold design, hot runner systems, overmolding, machine selection, material handling and preparation, processing conditions and troubleshooting for GLS™ solutions
GLS™ TPEs - Overmolding Guide Processing & Design Guides Guide to overmolding material selection, part and mold design, material handling and preparation, TPE injection molding, processing, maximizing adhesion and troubleshooting for GLS™ TPEs
GLS™ TPEs Packaging Selection Guide - Product Selection Guide Product Selection Guide GLS™ TPEs for soft touch packaging solutions
GLS™ Versaflex™ PF Product/Service Overview Versaflex™ PF formulations are specially developed for the manufacture of co-extruded surface protective films
GLS™ Versaflex™ PF - Technical Bulletin (Chinese) Product/Service Overview Versaflex™ PF formulations are specially developed for the manufacture of co-extruded surface protective films (Chinese language version)
GLS™ Versaflex™ TPEs for Packaging - Product Selection Guide Product Selection Guide Chemical resistant solutions for cosmetic, personal care and household packaging
Gravi-Tech™ - Product Bulletin (Chinese) Product/Service Overview Product description, value solution, characteristics, markets and end-use applications (Chinese language version)
Gravi-Tech™ - Product Bulletin (English) Product/Service Overview Product description, value solution, characteristics, markets and end-use applications (English language version)
Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulations - Design Guide Processing & Design Guides Gravi-Tech™ polymer-metal composites are high density materials developed as thermoplastic-based alternatives to lead and other traditional metals
Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulations and Versaflex™ TPEs for Cosmetics Packaging Video Enhance your cosmetic packaging with Gravi-Tech and Versaflex solutions
Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulations Extended Version Processing & Design Guides Injection molding parameters and troubleshooting recommendations for Gravi-Tech™
Gravi-Tech™ Density Modified Formulations Extended Version (Chinese) Processing & Design Guides Injection molding parameters and troubleshooting recommendations for Gravi-Tech™ (Chinese language version)  
Haptics and Vibration Damping for Power Tool Handle Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex OM 6258 improves haptics and vibration damping for power tool handle 
HIVIZ® Shooting Systems Recoil Pad Case Study (Snapshot) Custom GLS™ TPE enhances user comfort and durability in recoil pad
Hoyt VITALPOINT Grip - Case Study Case Study Learn how Versaflex™ Soft-Touch Thermoplastic Elastomers enhanced accuracy and comfort while maintaining grip design for archery bow
HVAC Thumb Wheel & Vent Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomers provided reliable sealing and bonding for HVAC thumb wheel and vent in automobile
Knee Brace Case Study (Snapshot) Dynaflex™ TPE offered material that passed required FDA regulations and provided ultra soft tactile finish to knee brace
Lightweight and Kink Resistant Garden Hose Case Study (Snapshot) Customized Versaflex™ TPE enables lightweighting and improves kink resistance and performance
Lip Gloss Tip Brush Case Study (Snapshot) Delivered a formulation with good chemical resistance to oil in long-term environments and provided an easy-to-mold TPE and replaced TPU/TPEE with a better soft touch feel
Lower Exterior Bumper Case Study (Snapshot) Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives give the metallic look without the paint for an exterior bumper
MAM Learn to Drink™ Cup (English) Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ FFC enhanced consumer appeal and met Europe's food contact regulations for Learn to Drink™ Cup (English language version)
MAM Learn to Drink™ Cup (Spanish) Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ FFC enhanced consumer appeal and met Europe's food contact regulations for Learn to Drink™ Cup (Spanish language version)
Microbial susceptibility of various polymers and evaluation of thermoplastic elastomers with antimicrobial additives White Paper Examine the technical details of our research study to test against microbial attack, including the efficacy of GLS™ TPES with antimicrobial additives
OnColor™ Brilliant Metallics - Product Bulletin (Chinese) Product/Service Overview Learn how OnColor Brilliant Metallic Colorants produce a striking look for polymer parts (Chinese language version)
OnColor™ Brilliant Metallics - Product Bulletin (English) Product/Service Overview Learn how OnColor Brilliant Metallic Colorants produce a striking look for polymer parts (English language version)
OnColor™ FX Special Effect Colorants Product/Service Overview Overview of applications and benefits
OnColor™ Lux Colorants Product/Service Overview Overview of our glow-in-the-dark colorants for automotive, consumer, and E&E products.
Optical Clarity for Phone Case Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ CE 3320-80 custom solution to enhance stain resistance and tensile strength
Orthopedic Shoe Sole Case Study (Snapshot) GLS™ Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer provided the right balance of haptics and fulfilled healthcare regulations
Overmolding and Stain Resistance Wireless Power Bank Case Study (Snapshot) Customized Versaflex™ CE grade provides an over molding solution with stain resistance for wireless power bank
Pallet Non-slip Strips Case Study (Snapshot) Read how technical expertise and broad TPE portfolio shortened the development timeline and delivered a durable performance
PET Bottle for Hair Care Case Study (Snapshot) OnColor™ Frost PET Effect delivered customized color and anti-UV combination for hair care bottle
Philips Avent Milk Bottle Seal (English) Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ FFC2882-87 provided safe sealing performance for Philips Avent Milk Bottle (English language version)
Philips Avent Milk Bottle Seal (Spanish) Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ FFC2882-87 provided safe sealing performance for Philips Avent Milk Bottle (Spanish language version)
Pocket Knife Handle Case Study (Snapshot) Bergamid™ polymer formulations and GLS™ TPEs replace metal and provide comfort and usability for Swiss soldiers pocket knife
Recoil Pad for Rifle - Case Study Case Study Custom HIVIZ recoil pad materials deliver superior recoil reduction and exceptional durability to a high-end rifle manufacturer
Resuscitator Bag Case Study (Snapshot) Customized Versaflex™ TPE delivered process improvement and met customer's request for a vinyl alternative without sacrificing performance 
Safety and Durability for Dog Toy Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ provides safe, tear resistant material for dog toy
Safety Goggle Gasket Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ TPE delivers an FDA-compliant and soft touch for safety googles gasket
Sealing of Nebulizer Lid Case Study (Snapshot) Provided easy injection molding process and pass durability test with good wear resistance
Seat Belt Tether Cover Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer provided flexibility and various environmental factors for seat belt tether cover
Seat Ventilation Tube Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomers provided excellent sealing and overmolding for seat ventilation tube
Shock Absorbing Running Shoe Case Study (Snapshot) Customized TPE enhances shock absorption in running shoe
Slip Resistance Vacuum Cleaner Wheel Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ provides colorability and slip resistance in vacuum cleaner wheel 
Smart Materials™ for Mobile Phone Cases - eBook eBook Consider design trends, materials and processing options when designing your new phone case models. 
Soft Foam Ammo for Toy Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ Thermoplastic Elastomer developed a TPE solution with consistent quality that met tight durometer specifications and improved yield
Specialty Engineered Materials for Healthcare Product Selection Guide View our portfolio on specialty engineered materials for healthcare
Specialty Engineered Materials for Healthcare (Chinese) Product Selection Guide View our portfolio on specialty engineered materials for healthcare (Chinese language version)
Specialty Engineered Polymers for Telecommunication Applications Video Discover materials from Avient that can enable faster and more reliable communication, minimize signal loss and maximize connectivity, protect electronics from static build up and radio frequency interference.
Specialty Engineered Polymers for Telecommunication Applications (Chinese) Video Discover materials from Avient that can enable faster and more reliable communication, minimize signal loss and maximize connectivity, protect electronics from static build up and radio frequency interference (Chinese language version)
Specialty, Static Dissipative Packaging Case Study (Snapshot) Stat-Tech™ Static Dissipative Formulations protected critical electronics from ESD while providing an environmental barrier
Stat-Tech for ADAS Sensors and ECUs Application Overview Learn how Stat-Tech material makes the difference in automotive ADAS sensors, cameras and ECU housings
Stat-Tech™ Fire Alarm Case Study (Snapshot) Stat-Tech™ ST7400-8010 ESD Formulations improved electrical conductivity for fire alarm
Stat-Tech™ Static Dissipative and Electrically Conductive Formulations Processing & Design Guides Injection molding parameters, startup and shutdown, mold design and troubleshooting recommendations for Stat-Tech™ Static Dissipative and Conductive Formulations
Swiss Soldier's Pocket Knife Handle Case Study Bergamid™ polymer formulations and GLS™ TPEs replace metal and provide comfort and usability for Swiss soldiers pocket knife
Thermoplastic Elastomers for Healthcare Overview Industry Overview Delivering specialized thermoplastic elastomer solutions for demanding healthcare applications
Thermoplastic Elastomers Product Selection Guide - North America Portfolio Product Selection Guide Explore our product guide for innovative TPE solutions for thousands of applications
Tourniquet Band Case Study (Snapshot) Custom GLS™ Thermoplastic Elastomer replaced thermoset rubber for tourniquet band
TPEs for Anti-Vibration Feet - Application Bulletin Application Overview Reduce movement of top load washing machines with TPEs for anti-vibration feet 
TPEs for Home Appliances Product/Service Overview GLS TPEs are designed to help you stand out from your competitors with reduced appliance movement and noise
Understanding TPE Performance for Enabling 5G Technologies White Paper Study of the effects of formulation and thickness on the dielectric, signal transparency properties of Versaflex TPEs
Vacuum Cleaner Gasket Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ OM provides greater design and good sealing sealing properties for vacuum cleaner gasket 
Vacuum Cleaner Handle Case Study (Snapshot) Stat-Tech™ Static Dissipative & Electrically Conduction formulations provided flame retardant and anti-static solution for vacuum cleaner handle
Versaflex CE Blue Jean Stain Resistant TPEs Product/Service Overview Stain resistant TPEs for white or light-colored phone cases
Versaflex CE Blue Jean Stain Resistant TPEs - Application Bulletin Application Overview Learn how blue jean stain resistant TPEs make the difference for white and light-colored phone cases
Versaflex™ CE TPEs for 5G Transparency - Application Bulletin Application Overview Minimize signal loss to enable high-speed connectivity with Versaflex™ CE 3140 TPEs with 5G transparency for phone cases and 5G devices
Versaflex™ CE TPEs for 5G Transparency - Application Bulletin (Chinese) Application Overview Minimize signal loss to enable high-speed connectivity with Versaflex™ CE 3140 TPEs with 5G transparency for phone cases and 5G devices (Chinese language version)
Versaflex™ TPEs for Portable Speaker Solutions - Product Bulletin (English) Product/Service Overview Versaflex™ TPEs for portable speakers as a gasket and overmold applications for water and dust protection (English language version)
Versaflex™ TPEs for Portable Speakers - Product Bulletin (Chinese) Product/Service Overview Versaflex™ TPEs for portable speakers as a gasket and overmold applications for water and dust protection (Chinese language version)
Versaflex™ XP Wet Grip TPE - Product Bulletin Product/Service Overview Versaflex™ XP 2850 wet grip TPE provides exceptional wet kinetic COF performance for enhanced grip in wet environments
Vibration Damping Thermoplastic Elastomers Video Learn how Avient can help unwanted movement and noise in your products with vibration damping thermoplastic elastomers.  
Video Game Controller Grips - Case Study Case Study Glow-in-the-dark controller grips gain comfortable advantage with Versaflex™ OM
Waterproof Speaker Gasket Case Study (Snapshot) Versaflex™ CE 3120-40 easily prevented ingress of dust and water
Webinar: Overmolding with Thermoplastic Elastomers – An Essential Guide Webinar Learn about overmolding, material selection to enhance function, and design considerations that can help you address challenges and delight customers