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Silicone mold for concrete: tear resistance, Shore hardness and release agent

Silicone molds for concrete: tear resistance, Shore hardness, and release agents. Concrete casting is difficult to mold: heavy, often undercut parts, alkaline material, and many impressions. A silicone mold must...

Industry: Construction & Building Brand: SILISIL Type: Application World: Mold Making & Molding World: Silicones

16.06.2026

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Addition-curing silicone does not harden: Identify inhibitors

Addition-curing silicone fails to harden: Identifying inhibitors. If an addition-curing (platinum-catalyzed) silicone remains sticky or liquid, inhibition is almost always the culprit: Certain ...

Brand: SILISIL Type: FAQ World: Mold Making & Molding World: Silicones World: Processing & Dispensing Technology

16.06.2026

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Glue silicone to aluminum

Adhering silicone to aluminum: Silicone does not adhere to bare aluminum on its own – the oxide layer and low surface energy make a permanent bond challenging. With the right...

Industry: Mechanical Engineering & Manufacturing Property: UV & weather resistant Type: Application World: Bonding & Sealing World: Silicones

16.06.2026

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Elkem silicones: the complete product range at a glance

Rhodorsil and Bluesil are the two brands of Elkem Silicones (formerly Bluestar Silicones / Rhodia), one of the world's largest silicone manufacturers. While Rhodorsil is the traditional brand for silicone oils, pastes, and specialty products, Bluesil represents the modern product line of...

Brand: Elkem Type: Profile World: Silicones

20.04.2026

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Silicone Oil Guide: Viscosities, Applications and Selection (0.65 to 300,000 cSt)

Silicone oils (PDMS) are among the most versatile industrial chemicals available. They lubricate, separate, defoam, insulate, and protect – at temperatures ranging from -60 °C to +250 °C. But the range...

Type: Guide World: Silicones

07.04.2026

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A day without silicone

Contents I. 6:30 a.m. II. The commute to work — electromobility and ceramification III. Waterfalls, war, and sticky masses — the history of silicon IV. A sphere barely larger than a marble — the...

Type: Use Case World: Silicones

03.04.2026

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Silicone rubber: The complete guide to types, applications and market developments 2026

What is silicone rubber and why is it so special? Silicone rubber is a synthetic elastomer material based on silicon, oxygen, carbon, and hydrogen. Unlike conventional...

Property: Temperature resistant Type: Guide World: Silicones

27.03.2026

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Biocompatible silicones: ISO 10993 and USP Class VI at a glance | SILITECH

In medical technology, patient safety is paramount. Silicones that come into direct or indirect contact with the human body must meet stringent biocompatibility requirements. This guide explains the two most important standards – ISO 10993 and...

Industry: Medical technology Property: Biocompatible Brand: Elkem Type: Guide World: Silicones

22.02.2026

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Choosing the right Shore hardness: Explained from 0A to 90A | SILITECH

Choosing the Right Shore Hardness: From 0A to 90A Explained. Shore hardness is one of the most important material properties when selecting silicones. It determines whether a component is soft and flexible or rigid...

Type: Guide World: Silicones

16.02.2026

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RTV-1 vs. RTV-2 Silicones: The Complete Comparison | SILITECH

RTV-1 vs. RTV-2 Silicones: The Complete Comparison When selecting the right silicone for technical applications, one is often faced with the fundamental question: RTV-1 or RTV-2? The designation RTV stands for...

Brand: Elkem Type: Comparison World: Silicones

16.02.2026

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