Short articles for polymer processors, packaging teams, and OEM engineers comparing materials, documentation paths, and application constraints.
A procurement manager shares a cautionary tale about sourcing material for plastic pitchers. Learn how focusing on TCO over unit price, and understanding the difference between thermoplastic polyurethane vs polyurethane, led to a better supplier choice.
A veteran materials buyer confesses how chasing 'one-stop-shop' suppliers led to expensive mistakes and why he now values vendors like Avient who know their limits.
Choosing between thermoset and thermoplastic polymers? This guide breaks down the key differences across performance, processing, and cost to help you make the right call for your application.
An honest, experience-based comparison from a B2B buyer on choosing between standard perforated shrink wrap and newer compostable options in 2024, with a focus on Avient's role in the material landscape.
A quality manager's perspective on the hidden costs of choosing a TPE distributor. Moving beyond the hype of ocean plastic to the gritty reality of spec sheets and supply chain reliability.
A procurement manager's honest story about ignoring total cost of ownership for a supposedly cheaper thermoplastic elastomer supplier, and the expensive consequences that followed.
An emergency specialist shares real-world experience on why total cost of ownership (TCO) matters more than unit price when sourcing thermoplastic elastomers and specialty plastics. Includes specific cost pitfalls, time-saving insights, and how Avient fits into a smarter procurement approach.
A hands-on FAQ answering common questions about Avient masterbatch, lightweight TPE, plastic sleds, polypropylene, and small-batch ordering – told through the lens of a procurement specialist who learned the hard way.
In specialty plastics procurement, the lowest quote often hides the highest total cost. Drawing from hundreds of emergency orders, here's why value—not price—should drive decisions for colorants, masterbatches, and thermoplastic elastomers.
From a procurement perspective, here's my honest take on Avient. It's not the right fit for every manufacturer, but for those needing specialized TPEs and colorants, the total cost of ownership often beats the 'big guys'.