Viscoelasticity. It’s a big word and might sound a bit intimidating but the concept is not difficult to grasp. The pressure-sensitive adhesives used to make… Read More
Some of you may have read my last post on supply chain challenges with silicone sealants used in residential window fabrication. I’m going to reiterate… Read More
The demand for silicone rubber materials surged in late 2020 and has increased through 2021. While the aerospace and medical markets have long used… Read More
The two primary sources of noise are airborne noise and structural noise. Airborne noise results from the interaction of a vibrating surface with the surrounding… Read More
There are truly some fantastic buildings that were recently built or are in the construction process. The curtain wall, window wall and metal building panel… Read More
There are a number of variables that need to be considered when selecting elastomeric materials for gasketing and sealing applications. The compressibility of elastomers… Read More
I’ve always liked the term “workhorse”. Some might think that anything called workhorse is common, unremarkable, or just boring. I’ve always thought workhorse is… Read More