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– To help medical device manufacturers develop ways to address healthcare-associated infections (HAIs), PolyOne is launching two new medical-grade GLS™ TPE products here at MD&M West (Booth #848). View more and related images

PolyOne is helping customers add a new twist to the intensely popular metallic look in cosmetic and personal care packaging with new GLS™ thermoplastic elastomers (TPEs) that combine a lush, soft feel with lustrous metallic effects. View more and related images

CLEVELAND – PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a premier global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, today introduced a next-generation FireCon™ CPE (chlorinated polyethylene) RoHS-compliant material for wire and cable jacketing. This material processes 30 to 70% faster and reduces scrap for improved profitability with no compromise in performance. View more and related images

DÜSSELDORF, Germany – PolyOne GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers, a global leader in high-performance, custom-formulated TPE solutions, today announced that Thermoplastic Biologic LLC (TBL™) has selected Versalloy™ HC for its Pharm-A-Line I™ peristaltic pump tubing. The Versalloy HC material, formulated with Santoprene™ TPV thermoplastic vulcanizate from ExxonMobil Chemical Company, helps OEMs improve in-service pump performance and operational efficiencies while also delivering certified regulatory compliance for accelerated speed to market. View more and related images

DÜSSELDORF, Germany – PolyOne GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers, a global leader in high-performance, custom-formulated thermoplastic elastomer (TPE) solutions, today announced that Finetool Saudi Arabia Company Limited of Jeddah selected new Versaflex™ HC TPE for the resealing septum in its new insert-molded IV bottle. By choosing Versaflex™ HC over traditional materials, Finetool not only improved the resealing and coring performance of the septum, but were also able to reduce processing steps for a significant economic advantage. View more and related images

DÜSSELDORF, Germany – ColorMatrix, a subsidiary of PolyOne Corporation and a global leader in liquid color and additives for plastics, is unveiling new grades of Excelite™ liquid foaming solutions for extruded vinyl construction applications at K 2013 (Hall 8a / Stand J13) this week. These solutions can help customers reduce density and total systems cost – without compromising mechanical properties or surface aesthetics – to differentiate their offering and increase market share. View more and related images

DÜSSELDORF, Germany – PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a premier global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, announced today at K 2013 (Hall 8a / Stand J13) that Victorinox, manufacturer of the Original Swiss Army™ Knife, has teamed up with PolyOne to improve the appearance, chemical resistance, mechanical performance, and ergonomics of its world-famous knives. PolyOne expertise and specialty material solutions arehelping to further reinforce the brand’s reputation for durability and quality to drive increased market share and consumer satisfaction. View more and related images

DÜSSELDORF, Germany – Colorant Chromatics, a subsidiary of PolyOne Corporation and a global specialist in coloring and formulating high-temperature polymers, today introduced a new range of color concentrates for high-performance polysulfone applications that enhances color consistency and streamlines product development for increased speed to market. View more and related images

DÜSSELDORF, Germany – PolyOne Corporation (NYSE: POL), a premier global provider of specialized polymer materials, services and solutions, today announced that Mars Otomotiv, a global supplier of advanced lighting systems for the transportation industry, selected Therma-Tech™ thermally conductive polymers to replace metal in the heat sink of LED lighting for construction vehicles, heavy trucks, and trailers. The transition from metal to PolyOne materials helped Mars Otomotiv significantly reduce total part cost, remove weight, and optimize its manufacturing and logistics. View more and related images

McHENRY, Ill.– PolyOne GLS Thermoplastic Elastomers, a global leader in high-performance, custom-formulated thermoplastic elastomer solutions (TPEs), today announced that Dr. Krishna Venkataswamy, senior global technology director, will be the keynote speaker at the opening of the 2013 International Conference on Thermoplastic Elastomers. The conference, organized by Smithers Rapra, will take place October 15-16 at the Hotel Nikko Düsseldorf in Germany. View more and related images