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PolyOne Introduces Maxxam® LST Compounds
for Light, Stiff and Tough Applications
Maxxam® LST compounds use nanoclay technology to improve end-use performance, cost-effectiveness and processability for customers
CLEVELAND (March 9, 2004) – PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL) introduces Maxxam® LST compounds, nanoclay-based compounds that offer a combination of light, stiff and tough attributes. The products, which are available and fully supported in North America, Europe and Asia, are featured in a new brochure from PolyOne.
Maxxam LST compounds are easy-to-use, high-performance compounds that are designed to meet or exceed the capabilities of many engineered thermoplastics, while offering the processing advantages that are inherent to polyolefins. With a low specific gravity and “thin-wall” capabilities, Maxxam LST compounds offer the potential for significant weight and material savings. Their stiff and tough attributes provide dimensional stability and durability to withstand the rigors of daily use and abuse. Maxxam LST compounds are an extension of PolyOne’s Nanoblend™ Concentrates, a family of high-performance materials based on nanocomposites technology.
“Maxxam LST compounds deliver on the promise of nanotechnology,” said George Zollos, PolyOne nanocomposites market development manager. “These materials are ideal for new, high-performance applications and for material replacement in existing applications currently hindered by performance issues, high costs or processing difficulties. With our strategic partner Nanocor, we have enhanced the exfoliation process, which has enabled us to maximize the performance of the product and make it easy to use.”
In addition to their high strength and toughness – at a lighter weight – Maxxam LST compounds offer a number of other benefits including processability, glass fiber reduction, aesthetics, chemical resistance and recyclable. Compared with many other engineered materials, for example, Maxxam LST compounds require lower processing temperatures, flow easier and cool faster. As a result, with Maxxam LST compounds, customers often use less material, improve cycle times, and lower their energy and equipment costs.
Typical applications include:
• Interior and exterior trim in the transportation industry
• Appliance and power tool housings
• Packaging liners, containers and closures
• Pipe, conduit, fittings and fascia used in construction
• Consumer goods
PolyOne has been aligned with Nanocor Inc., the world’s leading manufacturer of nanoclays, since January 2003. The companies have worked together to master effective exfoliation and dispersion of the nanoclay platelets based on a patented process. The platelets are fully and evenly dispersed throughout the resin matrix to ensure consistent, maximum performance. Until now, many uses of nanoclays have been hindered by incomplete exfoliation and dispersion. Maxxam LST compounds are patent-pending by PolyOne.
For more information on PolyOne’s Maxxam LST compounds, visit www.polyone.com or call George Zollos at 440-930-3938 or email george.zollos@polyone.com.
About PolyOne
PolyOne Corporation, with 2003 annual revenues of approximately $2 billion, is an international polymer services company with continuing operations in thermoplastic compounds, specialty polymer formulations, color and additive systems, and thermoplastic resin distribution. Headquartered in Avon Lake, Ohio, PolyOne has employees at manufacturing sites in North America, Asia and Australia, and joint ventures in North America, South America and Asia. Information on the Company's products and services can be found at http://www.polyone.com.
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