Electrical Infrastructure
The expansion of electrification across residential, commercial, and industrial environments is raising the performance bar for every component in the electrical ecosystem — from power distribution systems, circuit breakers, and electrical wiring and cabling to connectors, to sockets, light switches, and data and communication systems. As smart home devices become standard and buildings become more connected, tightening regulatory frameworks and evolving fire safety legislation are creating new material requirements for the components that form the backbone of modern infrastructure.
Highlights:
- Flame-retardant and thermally stable polymer formulations
- Low smoke, fume, non-halogen (LSFOH) material technologies
- UL, IEC, EN, and CPR-compliant engineered materials
- UL 94-compliant color concentrates for faster UL listing
- Flame-retardant concentrates to achieve different glow wire ratings
- Color and performance masterbatches for recycled resins — PCR color prediction service available
- Global manufacturing footprint with robust technical support
Technologies
| Thermoplastic Elastomers |
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| Stat-Tech™ TPE Static Dissipative & Electrically Conductive Thermoplastic Elastomers |
| OnFlex™ NHFR Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Thermoplastic Elastomers |
| NAME | CATEGORY | DESCRIPTION | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cesa™ MAX Flame Retardant Additives - Non-Halogenated Solutions | Product + Service Overview | Learn more about the key characteristics and applications for Cesa™ MAX Flame Retardant Additives. | View |
| Wind Farm Blade | Case Study | Smartbatch™ combination masterbatch helps TPU sheet extrusions for wind farm blades hold up against harsh outdoor conditions while maintaining color stability and performance. | View |
| Industrial Dunnage for Returnable Containers | Case Study | Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants & Additives provided outdoor durability and color stability in industrial dunnage for returnable containers. | View |
| Maxxam™ NHFR Formulations - Extractor Hood | Video | Discover how Maxxam Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Formulations met our customers requirements for a new kitchen extractor hood. | View |
| Instrument Panel Carrier with R-PP | Case Study | Developed a characterization methodology for PCR that allowed customer to select the best material for each target color. | View |
| OnFlex™ NHFR Non-Halogen Flame RetardantThermoplastic Elastomers | Product + Service Overview | Overview, key characteristics, and market and applications. | View |
| Photovoltaic Wiring | Case Study | Optimized UV performance to minimize color fade and maintain color stability and durability under harsh conditions. | View |
| Power Transmission Cable Jacket | Case Study | Delivered exact color targets to help ensure safe operations when servicing equipment and avoid wire mix-ups leading to serious electrical faults. | View |
| Dairy Carton Lids | Case Study | Predictive Shrink Service helped a snap lid producer maintain consistent performance by minimizing shrinkage and warpage in their products. | View |
| Colorants and Additives for Wire & Cable – N. America | Product Selection Guide | Explore our full portfolio for Wire & Cable applications (N. America). | View |
| Interior Trim | Case Study | Cesa™ MAX solution to meet compliance standards for multiple applications. | View |
| Interior Modular Panels | Case Study | Cesa™ MAX used to meet ASTM E84 Class A fire safety rating. | View |
| Architectural Roofing | Case Study | Non-halogen formulation that met sustainability and fire safety requirements. | View |
| Caps and Closures Industry Overview | Case Study | Overview of caps and closures key requirements and helpful Avient technologies. | View |
| Caps & Closures – Industry Bulletin | Industry Overview | Overview of caps and closures key requirements and helpful Avient technologies. | View |
| Shampoo and Conditioner Bottles and Caps | Case Study | Demonstrating color development and speed to market with a PCR solution. | View |
| Services Capabilities Overview | Product + Service Overview | Discover the comprehensive technical services available through Specialty Engineered Materials at Avient to assist customers. | View |
| Colorants and Additives for Recycled Resins E&E Applications | Product + Service Overview | Learn more about Avient's portfolio for recycled resins used in electrical and electronic applications. | View |
| Appliance Manufacturer Push Buttons | Case Study | Maxxam™ NHFR Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulations provided a non-halogenated solution while improving the performance of the formerly used halogenated grade. | View |
| Internal Hold of Server Cabinets | Case Study | Edgetek™ Engineered Polymer Formulations achieved a UL 94 V-0 flammability rating certification for server cabinets. | View |
| Syncure™ XLPE General Extrusion Guidelines (Spanish) | Processing + Design Guide | Extruder information and processing guidelines for Syncure™ XLPE including temperature, flame at die tip, line speed, screw cooling and purge compound (Spanish language version). | View |
| Syncure™ XLPE General Extrusion Guidelines (English) | Processing + Design Guide | Extruder information and processing guidelines for Syncure™ XLPE including temperature, flame at die tip, line speed, screw cooling and purge compound (English language version). | View |
| Edgetek™ ET8900 CR Series | Processing + Design Guide | Injection molding parameters and processing guides for these advanced, chemically resistant Edgetek™ materials. | View |
| Maxxam™ FR Injection Molding | Processing + Design Guide | Injection molding parameters and guidelines for Maxxam FR polyolefin formulations. | View |
| Renewable Energy From Floating Solar Panels | Case Study | Avient's Smartbatch™ enhanced floating solar panels in Taiwan with 25 years of weathering resistance and a 10% efficiency boost. | View |
| Busbar Carrier for EV Battery | Case Study | Maxxam™ NHFR Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulation provided a non-halogenated solution with increased performance for EV battery. | View |
| Living Wall Planter | Case Study | Maxxam™ NHFR Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulation provided an optimal balance of fire safety and durability for living wall planter. | View |
| Power Tool Battery Pack | Case Study | Maxxam™ NHFR Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulation provided a non-halogenated solution for manufacturer while increasing the thermal conductivity. |
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| Electronic Card Holder | Case Study | Maxxam™ NHFR Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulation provided a formulation that met UL and IEC standards. | View |
| Fan Blower Housing | Case Study | Maxxam™ NHFR Non-Halogen FlameRetardant Polyolefin Formulation replaced halogenated solutions while keeping the required mechanical performance. | View |
| Maxxam™ NHFR Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Polyolefins | Product Selection Guide | View our portfolio of Maxxam™ NHFR Non-Halogen Flame Retardant Polyolefins. | View |
| Snowmobile Application Material Solutions | Application Graphic | Explore a range of material solutions for snowmobiles and accessories. | View |
| Avient Wire & Cable Industry Bulletin | Industry Overview | Overview of how Avient serves wire & cable customers, highlighting both power and data cables technologies. | View |
| ECCOH LSFOH 5983 for Power Cable Jacket | Case Study | ECCOH™ LSFOH 5983 Formulation provides high ESCR and tear resistance for a power cable jacket. | View |
| ECCOH LSFOH 5806 for Power Cable Jacket | Case Study | ECCOH™ LSFOH 5806 Formulation provides oil resistance as per the NEK 606 technical specification for offshore power cable jacket. | View |
| Flame Retardant Sheath for Riser Cable | Case Study | ECCOH™ 5702 SEPAP Formulation for flame retardant sheath properties in riser cables, also offering UV and chemical resistance. | View |
| Avient Solutions for Optical Fiber Cable | Video | Discover Avient's solutions for optical fiber cable, including low-smoke, fume, non-halogen polymers, colorants and additives, swellable yarns, binder yarns, strength members and ripcords. | View |
| Flame Retardant Engineered Materials Solutions | Video | Discover Avient's portfolio of flame retardant engineered materials available in a range of polymers. | View |
| 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. | View |
| ECCOH™ Low Smoke & Fume Non-Halogen Formulation 5981 | Product + Service Overview | Overview of the ECCOH™ LSFOH 5981 UV grade suitable for low-voltage, Teck 90 armored cable applications. | View |
| Outdoor Tarps | Case Study | Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives provided cost effectiveness by combining colorant and UV solutions. | View |
| E-Cigarette Manufacturer Housing | Case Study | Edgetek™ Engineered Polymer Formulations provided customized speckle effect and passed flame retardant test. | View |
| Outdoor Chair | Case Study | Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives provided cost effectiveness by combining colorant and UV additive solutions. | View |
| Colorants & Additives for Thermoplastic Polyurethane (TPU) Wire & Cable Applications | Product + Service Overview | Learn more about our portfolio of colorants and additives for TPU in wire and cable applications. | View |
| Colorants and Additives for Wire & Cable (EMEA) | Product Selection Guide | Learn more about our portfolio for wire and cable applications (EMEA). | View |
| Kitchen Extractor Hoods | Case Study | Maxxam™ NHFR formulation provides non-halogen flame retardant performance for extractor fan. | View |
| ECCOH™ Low Smoke and Fume Non-Halogen Formulation 5983 | Product + Service Overview | Overview of markets, applications, impact and performance data. | View |
| Jacket for Power Cable | Case Study | ECCOH™ 5983 grade provides high ESCR and tear strength for power cable. | View |
| Engineered Polymer Formulations for Firearm Components | Product Selection Guide | Overview of technologies, characteristics, and applications. | View |
| Maxxam™ FR Flame Retardant Polyolefin Formulations | Product + Service Overview | Overview of key characteristics, markets, applications and formulations. | View |
| Syncure™ XLPE 200 Series Formulations without DBDPE | Video | Learn about the DBDPE-free formulations in the Syncure™ XLPE 200 Series that satisfy regulatory and flame performance demands for low voltage cable systems. | View |
| Syncure™ XLPE Formulations - 200 Series | Product + Service Overview | Overview and technical properties of the Syncure XLPE 200 Series DBDPE-free formulations. | View |
| Cesa™ Flame Retardant Additives PTFE-free and Non-halogen for Polycarbonate | Product + Service Overview | Overview of benefits and applications for PTFE-free and non-halogen flame retardant additives. | View |
| Anti-Static Bellow for Radio Control System Producer | Case Study | Stat-Tech™ TPE meets ATEX standard in anti-static bellow. | View |
| Tool Handles for Tool Manufacturer | Case Study | Stat-tech™ TPE provides electro-static discharge for tool handle grip. | View |
| Stat-Tech™ TPE Static Dissipative & Electrically Conductive Thermoplastic Elastomers | Product + Service Overview | Overview of key characteristics, markets, applications and solutions. | View |
| Conveyor Belt for Food Processing Belt Manufacturer | Case Study | Stat-Tech™ TPE meets ATEX standard and FDA food contact compliance in food processing conveyor belt. | View |
| Cable Grommet for Auto Mirror & Camera Manufacturer | Case Study | Stat-Tech™ TPE provides EMI shielding in cable grommet. | View |
| 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. | View |
| Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Market and Solutions | Industry Overview | Overview of EV charging market and technologies to enhance public charging stations. | View |
| Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Solutions | Product + Service Overview | Challenges and solutions for materials used in EV charging stations. | View |
| Solutions for EV Charging Stations | Video | A look at the many ways our colorants and additives can enhance electric vehicle charging equipment. | View |
| Avient's Toolkits for TPEs and Specialty Engineered Materials | Video | Developed to help you learn more about our portfolios of sustainable solutions. | View |
| Battery Pack and Cover for Vacuum Cleaner | Case Study | Maxxam™ FR Flame Retardant Formulations provided certified material and added durability to vacuum battery pack and cover. | View |
| Engineered Materials for EV Batteries | Application Graphic | Discover engineered polymers to advance battery design and performance. | View |
| Lower Exterior Bumper | Case Study | Smartbatch™ Combination Colorants and Additives give the metallic look without the paint for an exterior bumper. | View |
| Electrical Components | Case Study | Technical support with direct link to UL Prospector offerings. | View |
| Heavy Duty Connectors | Case Study | Provided UL 94 colorants to gain increased speed to market and improved quality. | View |
| Central Console Part | Case Study | Offered a paint replacement solution with a molded-in-color metallic effect. | View |
| Avient Supports a Sustainable Future for Plastics - Video (Chinese) | Video | Plastics provide tremendous benefits to our quality of life, but the challenges of plastics must not be ignored. Learn what Avient is doing to support a sustainable future (Chinese language version). |
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| Avient Supports a Sustainable Future for Plastics - Video | Video | Plastics provide tremendous benefits to our quality of life, but the challenges of plastic must not be ignored. Learn what Avient is doing to support a sustainable future. | View |
| Battery Frame | Case Study | Delivered excellent high heat and eco-friendly performance of non-halogenated flame resistance. | View |
| SBD Cordless Power Tool | Case Study | Offered material and high impact with good laser marking performance strength. | View |
| Services Capabilities Overview | Product + Service Overview | Discover the comprehensive technical services available through Specialty Engineered Materials at Avient to assist customers. | View |
| Industrial Paint Sprayer | Case Study | Flame retardant and colorant solution for an industrial paint sprayer. | View |
| Colorant and Additive Solutions for Small Appliances | Product + Service Overview | Overview of products and services for appliances. | View |
| Profile and Sheet Extrusion for Rails and Kick Plates | Case Study | Cesa™ Flame Retardants solution to meet extruder's key requirements. | View |
| ECCOH™ 5702 SEPAP - Riser Cables | Case Study | ECCOH™ 5702 SEPAP formulations provide UV and chemical resistance and reduce weight in rise cable sheath. | View |
| ECCOH™ 6151 Formulation - Semi-tight Buffer, Indoor Duplex Cable | Case Study | ECCOH™ 6151 Formulations provide stripability and low shrinkage in indoor semi-tight buffer cables. | View |
| ECCOH™ PF 4142 - Gel Filled Central Loose Tube Cable | Case Study | ECCOH™ PF 4142 formulations provide crush resistance and fire performance in loose tube cable. | View |
| ECCOH™ LSFOH 5924 - FTTA Cable | Case Study | ECCOH™ LSFOH 5924 formulations provide ESCR and temperature resistance in FTTA cables. | View |
| ECCOH™ 5981 BK UV - Aerial Drop Cable | Case Study | ECCOH™ 5981 BK UV formulations provide versatility and thermal performance. | View |
| ECCOH™ 5978 UV - Aerial Drop Cable Jacket | Case Study | ECCOH™ 5978 UV formulations provide fire performance and reliability in aerial drop cable. | View |
| ECCOH™ 5806 - Gel Filled Tight Buffer Aerial Cable | Case Study | ECCOH™ 5806 formulations provide thermal resistance and low shrinkage in aerial cable. | View |
| ECCOH 5161 - OFC Blowing Application in Railways | Case Study | ECCOH 5161 formulations provide flexibility and improve processability in OFC for railway. | View |
| ECCOH™ 5970 - Thin FTTH Cables | Case Study | ECCOH™ 5970 provide crush, chemical and UV resistance in thin FTTH cables. | View |
| Avient Solutions for Fiber Optic Cable | Application Overview | Explore material solutions for fiber optic cable, including engineered fibers, specialty engineered materials, colorants, and additives. | View |
| Syncure™ XLPE Formulations | Product + Service Overview | Overview of the key characteristics and benefits of these one-graft solutions for wire and cable. | View |
| Avient Solutions for Wire & Cable Applications | Video | Discover Avient's broad portfolio of specialty solutions for wire and cable applications. | View |
| OnColor™ Non-Phtalate Color Concentrates for PVC Formulations | Product + Service Overview | Learn more about OnColor™ Color Concentrates for non-phtalate PVC formulations for wire and cable applications. | View |
| Color & Additives Frost SFX | Case Study | Discover how SmartBatch™ Frost helped a cosmetics brand reduce VOC. | View |
| Cesa™ Flame Retardant Additives - Product Selection Guide | Product Selection Guide | Listing of standard product offerings by polymer type. | View |
| Surgical Torque Wrench | Case Study | Formulated a specialty Edgetek™ thermoplastic that retained physical properties and dimensional stability under various testing conditions. | View |
| Additives and Colorants for Stadium and Arena Seats | Application Overview | Learn more about color combinations when flame retardancy is needed. | View |
| Electric Hair Clippers | Case Study | Provided color matching expertise to match glass fiber reinforced formulation to specific customer requirement. | View |
| Flame Retardants for Synthetic Fibers and Nonwovens | Product + Service Overview | Learn about the applications and key benefits of flame retardants for synthetic fibers and nonwovens. | View |
| Additives and Colorants for PP-R and PP-RCT Pipe Systems | Application Overview | Learn more about our additives and colorants portfolio for PP-R and PP-RCT pipe systems. | View |
| Edgetek™ Toughed PPA Formulations | Product + Service Overview | Learn about the high-heat and low moisture absorption performance of polyphthalamide (PPA) formulations. | View |
| Antenna Power Cable | Case Study | ECCOH 5565 solutions bring fire performance and processability to antenna power cable. | View |
| Low Voltage Wire Jacket & Insulation | Case Study | Syncure™ XLPE formulation satisfied multiple regulatory specifications, allowing it to be used across various commercial and residential applications. | View |
