Items Tagged with 'silicones'

New analysis points to growing demand for additives that deliver multiple performance benefits while aligning with regulatory pressures.

QCL hyperspectral imaging identifies silicone oil on surfaces, combining infrared spectroscopy with spatial mapping to support contamination detection and process control.

Ongoing supply chain disruption is driving another round of increases across silicone product lines.

Microplastics and nanoplastics arise from polymer degradation and product use, influencing human exposure, toxicology and emerging regulations tied to sustainability goals.

Researchers engineered a silicone-based coating that repels water and oil while significantly reducing PFAS content compared to traditional non-stick materials.

As PFAS gets phased out, new materials rush in — but do they hold up under pressure?

The University of South Florida reduced cooling costs and improved energy efficiency by applying a heat-reflective exterior coating that lowers building surface temperatures by up to 40 °F.

A new thermal additive enhances energy efficiency and fire resistance, reducing heat absorption, improving emissivity, and meeting stringent environmental and building performance standards.

Silicone surface additives enhance wetting, leveling and surface tension control in coatings, improving performance across various industrial applications.