There are three primary methods to fabric silicone rubber products; molding, extrusion and calendering. Calendering plays a pivotal role in creating high-quality silicone products for gaskets, seals, o-rings and a variety of other products with various geometries and configurations. This manufacturing process involves passing raw silicone through a series of rollers under high pressure with […] The post Calendered Silicone: The Process, Benefits, and Its Multitude of Uses appeared first on ELASTAPRO SILICONE SHEETING ..read more

Silicone is a versatile synthetic material composed primarily of silicon, oxygen, carbon, and hydrogen. Its non-reactive nature makes it suitable for diverse applications, including sealants, lubricants, and medical implants. Moreover, its exceptional thermal stability allows it to withstand temperature variations, from freezing to high-temperature industrial processes. Due to its versatility, silicone comes in different specifications […] The post Specs of Silicone and Their Respective Applications appeared first on ELASTAPRO SILICONE SHEETING ..read more

Medical grade silicone is a type of silicone that meets specific quality and safety standards suitable for healthcare applications. These materials are often required to meet USP Class VI or ISO 10993 requirements for biocompatibility. It is made using highly purified compounds for biocompatibility, meaning it is unlikely to cause adverse reactions when in contact […] The post Medical Grade Silicone: What Sets It Apart and Why It Matters appeared first on ELASTAPRO SILICONE SHEETING ..read more

Uncured Silicone Rubber Compounds are used by fabricators to convert into cured articles, through typical thermoset methods of compression, transfere, injection, extrusion and calendering. Here’s what to look for when dealing with uncured silicone so that your projects are finished to the highest quality and safety requirements: 1. Consistency Silicone Compound consists of silicone rubber […] The post What To Look For With Uncured Silicone Compound appeared first on ELASTAPRO SILICONE SHEETING ..read more

Safety should always be the highest priority for food manufacturers. A single error in handling and packaging could result in a negative brand image and the consumers losing their trust in the brand. Over the years, different materials The post Solid Silicone Product Considerations appeared first on ELASTAPRO SILICONE SHEETING ..read more

Safety should always be the highest priority for food manufacturers. A single error in handling and packaging could result in a negative brand image and the consumers losing their trust in the brand. Over the years, different materials The post Key Considerations in FDA Silicone Materials appeared first on ELASTAPRO SILICONE SHEETING ..read more

Since silicone can endure up to approximately 300 °F, this material is the preferred rubber for applications requiring tolerance to extreme temperatures. Although commercial silicones are generally heat-resistant, The post Where To Find High Temperature Silicone appeared first on ELASTAPRO SILICONE SHEETING ..read more

Gold, silver, platinum, and palladium. From jewelry to electronics, these precious metals are rare and have great economic value. Silicon metal isn’t precious, and its ingredients are commonly found in Earth’s crust. Yet, silicon metal is incredibly valuable because it’s a major ingredient in silicone rubber, solar panels, electric vehicles, semiconductor chips, aluminum, defense technologies […] The post Our Most Valuable Material Isn’t a Precious Metal appeared first on ELASTAPRO SILICONE SHEETING ..read more

Does your stock room feel more like an emergency room these days? Everywhere you look, the materials you need seem to be in short supply. That’s why ElastaPro wants you to know we make healthcare-grade silicones that meet the following specifications. USP Class VI European Pharmacopeia ISO 10993 FDA Title 21 CFR 177.2600. Here are The post Healthcare Grade Solid Silicone Sheeting appeared first on ELASTAPRO SILICONE SHEETING ..read more

Have you tried to buy silicones lately? These days it seems like everything is in short supply, including good news. Some of what you need to buy isn’t available, and what you can get takes too long to arrive or ties up too much cash because of high minimum order quantities (MOQs). Meanwhile, the requirements The post Buy Silicones from ElastaPro: Short Lead Times, Low MOQs & Flexibility appeared first on ELASTAPRO SILICONE SHEETING ..read more