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Silicones

Mold making, potting, lubrication and separation.

All silicones

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Mold Making potting Release agent Silicone Oil

Also as a private label SILISIL

Adhesives & sealants

From structural bonding to screw locking.

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Cyanoacrylate adhesive Threadlocking Epoxy 1K/2K UV-curing

Resins & potting

Giessen, optics, electronics.

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potting crystal clear thermally conductive

Also as a private label SILIRESIN

Lubricants

Fats, oils, dry lubricants.

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Release agent Lubricating Grease Silicone Oil

Technical Sprays

Maintenance, assembly, disconnection.

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Release agent Clean

Also as a private label SILISIL

Surface Treatment

Clean, pretreat, protect.

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Clean Primers & Adhesion Promoters

Construction chemicals

Sealing, bonding, flooring.

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Construction chemicals

Dosing & mixing technology

Pistols, static mixers, systems.

All dosing and mixing technology

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Dispensing gun Static mixer

Also as a private label SILISIL

SILITECH's own brands

Silicones, silicone oils, sprays

Casting and potting resins

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Silicone Oil Guide: Viscosities, Applications, and Selection (0.65 to 1'000'000 cSt)

A flap closes slowly and evenly in the pattern. The order form states "Silicone oil, 1,000 cSt". For a repeatable movement, two parts of the description are still missing: the condition...

Type: Guide World: Silicones

26.10.2026

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

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

Industry: Construction & Engineering Brand: SILISIL Type: Application Case World: Mold Making & Casting World: Silicones

16.06.2026

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Addition-curing silicone does not harden: identifying inhibitors

Addition-curing silicone does not cure: Recognizing inhibitors If an addition-curing (platinum-catalyzed) silicone remains tacky or liquid, inhibition is almost always the cause: Certain ...

Brand: SILISIL Type: FAQ World: Mold Making & Casting World: Silicones World: Processing & Metering Technology

16.06.2026

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Bonding silicone to aluminum

Bonding silicone to aluminum Silicone does not adhere to bare aluminum on its own; the oxide layer and low surface energy make a durable bond challenging. With the right pre-treatment...

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

16.06.2026

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Elkem silicones: the complete 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: Fact Sheet World: Silicones

20.04.2026

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A Day Without Silicone

Contents I. 6:30 AM II. The Way to Work, E-Mobility and Ceramification III. Waterfalls, War and Sticky Masses, History of Silicone IV. A Sphere, Barely Larger than a Marble, That e...

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 of the utmost importance. 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: From 0A to 90A explained | SILITECH

Suppose a silicone mold cleanly reproduces an undercut. However, when removing it, the thin ridge next to it tears. A harder silicone is suggested for the next batch. Demolding a...

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 often faces 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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