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TECHNOLOGY SNAPSHOTSAutomotive

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TECHNOLOGY SNAPSHOT

PROCESS How your product is made.

AESTHETICS How your product looks and feels.

FUNCTION How your product works.

SIMPLE. STRAIGHTFORWARD.Look for the following symbols

to connect the power of each

technology with the possibility

it creates:

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THERMOPLASTIC ELASTOMERS Low VOC/FOG Elastomer Formulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Vibration Damping Elastomer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

ENGINEERED POLYMER FORMULATIONS Density Modified Polymers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Static Dissipative & Electrically Conductive Formulations . . . . 6

EMI/RFI Shielding Formulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Internally Lubricated Polymers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Long Fiber Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites . . . . . . . . . 9

Thermally Conductive Formulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Natural Fiber Composites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Polyamide Formulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Post Industrial Recycled Content Nylon Formulations . . . . 13

POLYOLEFINSMaxxam LO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

POLYMER ADDITIVES Anti-Static Additives & Formulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Cycle-Time Reduction Additives. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Fabric-Look Special Effect Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Laser Marking Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Decorative Laser Marking Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Light Diffusion Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Foaming Agents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Scratch & Mar Resistant Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

VINYL SOLUTIONSVinyl Powder for Slush Molding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

POLYMER COLORANTS Highly Loaded Color Concentrates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Artisanal-Look Concentrates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Granite Stone Speckle Effect Colorants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Molded-In Color/Metallic/Chrome Special Effects . . . . . . . . 27

Special Effect Colorants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

ADVANCED COMPOSITES Continuous Fiber-Reinforced Thermoplastic Composites . 29

Thermoset Composite Pultrusions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

SERVICES Color Insight Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Product Development and Design Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

LOW VOC/FOG ELASTOMER FORMULATIONS

TECHNOLOGY SNAPSHOT

Automotive components that

benefit from improved VIAQ:

HVAC systems

Interior trays

Fasteners and clips

Externally tested to

VDA 270 and 278

Does not require pre-

drying or post heating

to reduce VOCs

ONFLEX™ LOThermoplastic elastomer

that reduces volatile

organic compounds

(VOCs) and fogging

compared to current TPE

technologies

WHAT IT DOESHelps satisfy Vehicle Interior

Air Quality (VIAQ) regulatory

requirements

PROCESSESInjection Molding

(can be overmolded)

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Prevents unwanted

vibration in

applications

Increases impact

protection

Prevents movement

and wear and

tear caused by

prolonged vibration

VIBRATION DAMPING ELASTOMER

Products that benefit from

vibration and noise reduction

such as:

Fasteners

Over molded dampening

elements

Decoupling element

VERSAFLEX™ VDTThermoplastic elastomer (TPE),

developed for vibration and impact

damping applications

WHAT IT DOESConverts kinetic energy from

vibration to heat energy to reduce

movement and noise

Increases shock absorption and

abrasion resistance

PROCESSES Injection Molding

(can be over molded)

Enables

differentiated

protective designs

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Warmer to the

touch in outdoor

applications than

metal

DENSITY MODIFIED FORMULATIONS

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Premium automotive interior

knobs

High-end, cool touch surfaces

Noise and vibration damping

applications

Material that offers

the weight, aesthetics

and luxurious feel

of metal

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Design flexibility

leads to cost savings

in production

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High-density polymer-metal

composite that can replace

die-cast or machined metal such

as aluminum or lead

Customizable densities based

on application need

WHAT IT DOESMaintains the desired component

weight in finished production

Easier to process than traditional

materials

Resists corrosion, fuels, oils and

other harsh chemicals

Maintains good impact strength

PROCESSES Extrusion, Injection Molding

STATIC DISSIPATIVE & ELECTRICALLY CONDUCTIVE FORMULATIONS

TECHNOLOGY SNAPSHOT

Housings for ADAS components

such as sensors and electronic

control units

Application for electro static

painting

Radar Absorbing Bracket

Fuel Flap

Filler Neck Systems

Reduces static buildup

with surface resistivity

between 100 to 1012

ohms/sq

Minimizes spark

Prevents EMI/RFI or

“crosstalk”

Enables functional

integration and part

consolidation

Lightweighting

STAT-TECH™

Short fiber-reinforced

conductive formulation

that protects against

electrostatic discharge

WHAT IT DOESProtection from static buildup

Integrated EMI/RFI shielding

Increased design freedom &

minimizes footprint

Lightweighting

PROCESSESInjection Molding,

Extrusion

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SURROUND™

Long fiber-reinforced conductive

formulation that prevents electromagnetic

and radio frequency interference

WHAT IT DOESIntegrated EMI/RFI shielding

Increased design freedom

Device housing miniaturization

Lightweighting and ease of processing

Durable and non-corrosive

PROCESSESInjection Molding, Extrusion

EMI/RFI SHIELDING FORMULATIONS

Housings for ADAS components

such as:

Electronic control units (ECUs)

Cameras

Sensors

Electrification components

Battery Housings/Inverter

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Prevents EMI/RFI or

“crosstalk” with surface

resistivity between 100

to 102 ohms/sq

Integrated EMI/RFI

shielding eliminates the

need for secondary

operations like painting

or vacuum metallization

Reduced cycle times and

overall system cost reduction

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INTERNALLY LUBRICATED POLYMER

LUBRIONE™

Self-lubricating material with low

coefficient of friction and improved

wear-resistance

WHAT IT DOESCombines internal lubricants such

as PTFE, silicone and molybdenum

disulfide with a wide array of base

engineering resins

Reduces or eliminates the need

for external lubricants

Can include glass, carbon

and/or aramid reinforcements

PROCESSES Injection Molding, Extrusion

Ideal for applications that

involve mating surfaces or

extreme wear, including:

Gears

Bearings & bushings

Reduces friction,

noise, vibration and

heat buildup

Improves product

durability

Reduces maintenance

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Parts are lighter

in weight than metal

counterparts

Mass reduction in

energy use

Lightweighting

and improved fuel

economy

LONG FIBER REINFORCED THERMOPLASTIC FORMULATIONS

Roof rack

Applications in which high

strength and lightweighting

are needed:

Automotive underhood and

body components

Structural components such

as housings and brackets

Outdoor goods such as ATVs

and sporting equipment

COMPLĒT™ LFTONFORCE™ LFTEngineered thermoplastic

formulations filled with a variety

of different long fibers, including

glass, carbon, and metal

WHAT IT DOESEnhances stiffness, toughness,

creep and fatigue performance

Provides good dimensional

stability

Provides better surface finish vs.

short-fiber polymers

Available in custom colors


Eliminates corrosion

Allows designers to

integrate fasteners

and other features


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Warmer to the

touch in outdoor

applications than

metal

THERMALLY CONDUCTIVE FORMULATIONS

Applications that require heat

management:

Automotive advanced driver

assistance systems (ADAS)

housings and other underhood

components

Electronics such as LED lighting

heat sinks and semiconductors

Housings and heat sinks for

infotainment components

THERMA-TECH™

Filled polymer that

dissipates heat (not

insulative)

WHAT IT DOESUniformly dissipates heat

Provides increased design freedom

versus aluminum components

Lightweight and durable, and easier

to process than aluminum

Resistant to corrosion and oxidation



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Reduces part weight

Lowers cost versus

cast or machined

components

Prevents corrosion

Reduces assembly

costs due to part

consolidation

Extends product life

via effective thermal

management

RESOUND™ NFPolymer filled with engineered,

bio-derived fibers

Up to 10% lower density than

glass-reinforced compounds

Creates lighter

weight products than

comparable solutions

Bio-derived

filler improves

sustainability

NATURAL FIBER COMPOSITES

WHAT IT DOESParts maintain strength when challenged

Parts resist warping when exposed to heat

Can be colored

Recyclable

Low abrasiveness to tooling

Fast cycle times due to low molding temperature

Applications in which

sustainable, lightweight

materials are key:

Automotive Instrument

panels, consoles, door

handles and load floors

Brackets

Semi-structural Parts



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BERGAMID™/NYMAX™

Crystalline nylon 6 and 6/6 formulations

customized to include a wide range of fillers,

reinforcements and modifiers

Flame retardant, halogen-free, semi-aromatic

polyamide thermoplastics with high mechanical

strength and thermal resistance

WHAT IT DOESProvides strength and durability to improve

stiffness and impact strength

Tailored to provide chemical and fire resistance,

as well as good weatherability for use in outdoor

applications

Can be designed to meet UL, NSF, FDA and

automotive regulations

Can be based on post-consumer recycled material

PROCESSESExtrusion, Injection Molding

ENGINEERED NYLON & THERMOPLASTIC FORMULATIONS

Applications that

require high mechanical

performance within

tight specifications

include:

Door and under-the-

hood components in

automotive


Design flexibility

leads to cost

savings in

production

Provides a good

balance between

cost and

performance

Used as an

alternative to

metal to reduce

weight

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POST INDUSTRIAL RECYCLED CONTENT NYLON FORMULATIONS

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Applications that require high

mechanical performance within

tight specifications such as door

and under-the-hood components

Offers high strength,

durability and impact

resistance

Good chemical & heat

resistance

Weatherable/good UV

resistance

Provides a cost effective

alternative to prime

nylon with comparable

performance

NYMAX™/ BERGAMID™

Formulated with

post industrial nylon

(recycled carpeting)

WHAT IT DOESFacilitates light weighting

with replacement of metal

parts


Extrusion

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LOW VOC POLYPROPYLENE FORMULATIONS

MAXXAM™ LOTalc filled grade that reduces VOC

and odor

WHAT IT DOESProvides lower emissions with

inherent heat stabilization and

customizable physical property

balance


Underhood HVAC

automotive applications

Interior applications

including brackets, glove

boxes, carriers

Alignment with Vehicle Interior Air

Quality (VIAQ) regulations

More natural smelling vehicle

Reduced VOC and emissions

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Eliminates additional

cleaning steps during

process and assembly

Improves

brand image

ANTI-STATIC ADDITIVES & FORMULATIONS

ONCAP™

Masterbatch or formulation

that dissipates static charge

in thermoplastic parts

WHAT IT DOESEnables parts to release and

separate quickly

Reduces cycle times,

maximizes throughput and

lowers operating costs

Can be combined with other

additives or colorants into a

single masterbatch

Masterbatch provides

semi-permanent anti-dust

performance

PROCESSES Extrusion, Injection Molding,

Blow Molding, Calendering

TECHNOLOGY SNAPSHOT

Automotive interior

components

Underhood components

Electrical housings

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No need for

dusting on

car lots

Reduces cleaning

time for shared

vehicles

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CYCLE-TIME REDUCTION ADDITIVES

ONCAP™ CTRAdditive concentrate that reduces

processing cycle times and

eliminates warpage

WHAT IT DOESImproves thermal conductivity,

cutting time for plastication

and cooling

Enhances lubrication for faster

injection speed, mold release

and extruder output

Improves post-mold handling, can

eliminate secondary operations

Lowers processing temperatures

and energy consumption


Large automotive components

such as radiator shrouds, grilles

and fans

Large parts with complex

geometries

Increases manufacturing

efficiency and capacity

Reduces cost of production

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ONCOLOR™ FABRIC FXMasterbatch (colorant plus additive)

that produces an attractive part

with the appearance of fabric,

but without the hassle and cost

of applying textiles

One-step molding process

eliminates secondary steps

Reduces scrap production

Simplifies logistics

FABRIC-LOOK SPECIAL EFFECT ADDITIVES

WHAT IT DOESImproves design freedom

Molds can be textured to resemble any

number of textile surfaces and effects

Compatible with wide range of

polymers, including PP, ABS and PC/ABS

Automotive A-,

B- and C-pillars

Door pockets and

armrests

Headliners

Sun visors


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Improves durability—parts

are easier to clean

Significantly increases

perceived value

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FASTMARK™

Concentrated

custom-formulated

additive that enables

fast and consistent

laser marking

Incorporate in-line to

reduce cycle times

Opens new branding

opportunities for OEMs

LASER MARKING ADDITIVES

WHAT IT DOESWorks with laser marking equipment to provide

permanent alphanumeric character, graphic and/or

barcode information

Marks don’t fade over time

Doesn’t alter, damage or change electrical or

mechanical properties in sensitive devices

Delivers fast, non-contact, clear marks with no mess

Critical automotive parts

Personalization of

automotive parts

Wire & cable

Knobs & buttons

Gear shifts

PROCESSES Extrusion, Injection

Molding, Blow Molding

TECHNOLOGY SNAPSHOT

Simplifies processes &

logistics versus printing

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DECORATIVE LASER MARKINGADDITIVES

ONCAP™

Concentrated custom-formulated

additive that enables fast and

consistent laser marking

WHAT IT DOESWorks with laser marking

equipment to provide creative,

flexible and cost-effective new

options for decoration

Marks don’t fade over time

Doesn’t alter, damage or change

electrical or mechanical properties

in sensitive devices

Delivers fast, non-contact, clear

marks with no mess

PROCESSES Injection Molding, Extrusion,

Blow Molding

Mirrors

Instrument consoles

Exterior panels

Bumpers

Dashboards

Lets consumers

personalize their vehicles

Creates new custom

option for OEMs to offer

customers

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Supports branding,

for instance of new

car sharing services

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SMARTBATCH™

Masterbatch including

additive plus color to create

soft, pleasant lighting

Meets industry

demand for soft

interior lighting

Colors and effect

support branding

efforts

LIGHT DIFFUSION ADDITIVES

WHAT IT DOESPrevents harsh lighting in

interior and exterior lighting

Custom colors available

Solutions for a range of

transparent materials

Interior lighting

Brake lights

Turn signals

Back lighting of

components



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FOAMING AGENTS

ONCAP™

Liquid or solid formulations to

reduce density in components

WHAT IT DOESReduces density by up to 10%,

depending on the application

Parts maintain dimensions after

molding

Preserves strength and stiffness


Instrument panels

Bumpers

Underhood applications

Door panels

Air ducts

Wheel covers

Parts are lighter in weight

Supports OEM sustainability

measures

Uses less energy for transport

(due to weight reduction)

Helps increase range of

e-vehicles

Savings can be readily quantified

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SCRATCH & MAR RESISTANT ADDITIVES

Instrument panel components

Steering wheel components

Carshare interior applications

ONCAP™

Polymer additive that

enhances resistance to

scratching, abrasion and

surface blemishes

WHAT IT DOESEnhances inherent abrasion performance

of base resins

Compatible across a wide range of

polymers and plastics processes

Especially effective when incorporated

into polyolefins

PROCESSES Extrusion, Injection Molding,

Blow Molding, Thermoforming


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Keeps products

looking newer, longer

Enhances perceived

quality

Reduces shipping

damage

GEON™ VBX SERIES VINYL POWDERS Vinyl-based powder formulations

for automotive interiors

WHAT IT DOESProvides a wide range of physical

properties and performance characteristics

with superior haptics for automotive interior

components

Ideal for when applications require a thin,

uniform wall thickness

PROCESSESSlush Molding

VINYL POWDER FOR SLUSH MOULDING

Door panels

Instrument panels

Instrument panel with

deployable airbag

Center consoles


Low VOC for

improved air quality

and fog reduction

Low temperature

performance for

crack resistance

and seamless

airbag deployment

100% molded-in

color, easy to

process

Grain & feature

detail for superior

aesthetics

UV stability for

weathering and

color retention

performance

Design flexibility for

improved product

properties, detail and

manufacturability

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ONCOLOR™ SCHighly loaded color

concentrate

HIGHLY LOADED COLOR CONCENTRATES

WHAT IT DOESReduces color usage while

maintaining color and opacity

performance

Chromatic colors

High volume olefinic

and styrenic applications

PROCESSES Injection Molding,

Extrusion Blow Molding,

Extrusion

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Optimizes color usage

Supports greater use

of recyclate

Improves color tolerance

and opacity performance

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ONCOLOR™ FXColor concentrate that

produces a streaking

and marbling effect


Extrusion Blow

Molding, Extrusion

ARTISANAL- LOOK CONCENTRATES

WHAT IT DOESPolymers at different melt points

combine to form streaks and swirls

Highly process dependent

Available in many colors including

transparent and pearl

Creates one-of-a-kind parts

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Creates natural-looking

and expressive parts

Applications demanding

a distinctive, organic look,

such as:

Interior panels

Steering wheel

components

Blends

Knobs & controls

Unique appearance

for each part

Supports sustainability

branding

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GRANITE STONE SPECKLE EFFECT COLORANTS

ONCOLOR™ FXSpecialized masterbatch solution

featuring specks or flecks that don’t

melt away during molding process

WHAT IT DOESDifferent particle sizes and colors

can be added or mixed together

to create a unique look

More transparent resins will enhance

the visual impression

Will work with existing tooling


Interior trim

components

Knobs and handles

Bezels

Aligns with trend toward

more specialized/unique

products

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Creates the impression

of a more natural and

expressive product

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ONCOLOR™ FXMasterbatch with specialty pigments

that give it the high gloss, metallic-effect,

or chrome appearance of painted parts

WHAT IT DOESRealize beautiful, lightfast surfaces

without paint

PROCESSESInjection Molding

MOLDED-IN COLOR/ METALLIC/CHROME EFFECTS

Exterior trim

Bumpers

Grills

Mirror housings

Console components

Interior components

Step assists

Lateral siding

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Cost reduction of

>30% or more versus

painting of polymer

parts

Color extends

through the part,

so scratches are

less visible than on

painted parts

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Simplified process;

parts exit mold

ready-for-use

None of the logistics

or environmental

hassles associated

with painting /

chrome plating

Provides

OEMs with an

environmentally

friendly

alternative

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SPECIAL EFFECT COLORANTS

ONCOLOR™ FXMyriad special-effect colorants that

include pearlescent, fluorescent,

metallic, signal colors and other

special effects

WHAT IT DOESIncorporated into the base resin

during processing

Used to achieve various effects and

surface finishes without secondary

processing or decorating

PROCESSES Injection Molding, Extrusion,

Blow Molding

Knobs and controls

Console components

Door features

Mirror housings

Seating components

Use signal colors to quickly orient

drivers (carsharing)

Create distinctive appearance

and finish

Eliminate cost and hassle of

secondary decoration

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CONTINUOUS FIBER-REINFORCED THERMOPLASTIC COMPOSITES

POLYSTRAND™

Thermoplastic composite sheets,

tapes, laminates and sandwich panels

featuring continuous glass fiber

WHAT IT DOESProduces high strength-to-weight

ratio components

Increases design flexibility vs.

thermoset composites

Offers selective reinforcement

within the injection and compression

molding processes

Reinforcement direction can be

custom engineered in laminates

Allows secondary reforming

and recycling

PROCESSES Injection Overmolding,

Thermoforming

Truck floors, liners and

aerodynamic components

Automotive structural

components

Vehicle interior panels &

reinforcements

Replaces metal

without sacrificing

strength

Lightens components

Reduces energy

consumption

for greater

sustainability

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GLASFORMS™

Continuous fiber-reinforced

linear, constant cross section

composite profiles made

with fiberglass or carbon

fibers and thermoset resins

in automated, continuous

pultrusion process

Reduced weight

without loss of stiffness

Extremely corrosion

resistant

THERMOSET COMPOSITE PULTRUSIONS

WHAT IT DOESCustom shapes and profiles

Provides flexural modulus and rigidity

comparable to steel or aluminum

Excellent replacement for steel or

aluminum where weight reduction,

fatigue resistance and/or corrosion

resistance are required

Ideal for applications in which

high stiffness and light weight

are critical:

Automotive underbody

components

Trucking and trailer structural

components

Reinforcing bars or stiffeners

PROCESSES Fabrication

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Withstands fatigue

for extended product

life

Eliminates painting

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WHAT IT ISConsultation service and advice on polymer

colorants and materials

COLOR INSIGHTSERVICE

WHAT IT DOESServices include annual color forecasts, color

consultation, color expertise training, and color

benchmarking to map the impact of color in consumer

trends across a full spectrum of markets and uses

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Improves use of color as

a differentiator

Provides insights into trends

and consumer preference

Leverages innovations in color

and decorative techniques

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Ideal for customers seeking

to differentiate via color

Helps integrate color choices

early in the design process

TECHNOLOGY SNAPSHOT

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT AND DESIGN SERVICE

WHAT IT ISIQ Design is an in house industrial

design service that supports select

customers with all aspects of new

product development, from concept

to production

WHAT IT DOESCapabilities include a full suite

of design services including

ethnography, user functionality,

product design and ideation, polymer

science, material selection, and design

for manufacturing support

Ideal for projects that

need to combine the

latest in innovative design

with advances in material

science and manufacturing

technology

Links design with

manufacturability

Speeds the design process

Enhances manufacturability

Shortens time to

market

Reduces new product

design errors

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