Latest Press Releases Aug 14, 2008 NuSil Technology Expands Line of Aerospace Materials with HCR Fluorosilicone NuSil’s FS-3780 is ideal for applications requiring solvent resistance. It is delivered as an uncatalyzed HCR and requires the addition of a platinum- or peroxide-base catalyst to cure with heat. It is designed to be used for transfer or compression molded parts, such as gaskets, stoppers and seals. It can also be extruded or calendared depending on the processing requirements... Full article | Engineering May 15, 2008 NuSil To Demostrate Silicone Primer Processing And Application Silicone encapsulants are widely used in the LED industry and their adhesion to leadframe and other structural substrates is critical to the reliability of the device. Silicone primer technology has been demonstrated to significantly improve adhesion of silicones to a range of substrates. NuSil recommends carefully evaluating the application of silicone primers by spraying, wiping and dipping processes.
“NuSil’s experience with silicone primers, both in formulating and partnering with customers for optimal processing has given the company expertise in this area,“ said Brian Nash, vice president of Marketing and Sales. “Our primer demonstration will provide attendees with a better understanding of the technology and applications.“..
Full article | Engineering May 15, 2008 RTV Fluorosilicone Expands NuSil Technology’s Line of Aircraft Adhesives “With the addition of FS3-3730, we are able to offer our customers another high-quality option for aviation applications,“ said Brian Nash, vice president of Marketing and Sales. “This translucent silicone bonds aggressively to most surfaces and provides excellent performance when protecting or bonding hardware components exposed to gasoline or aviation fuels.“.. Full article | Engineering Apr 29, 2008 NuSil Technology Unveils Line of Rapid Curing Inks R-2100-2 is a two-part black ink, dispersed in xylene, that cures rapidly with the addition of heat. The ink provides good surface adhesion, making it ideal for marking or printing on silicone rubber parts and other components. R-2100-2 cures with most materials common to biomedical assemblies and, if another color is needed, NuSil can readily modify the ink color to fit clients’ requirements.
“This rapid-cure product is designed to reduce or eliminate time constraints in the inkapplication process,“ said Brian Nash, vice president of Marketing and Sales. “In addition, the ability to customize the color of these inks provides our customers with greater application flexibility.“..
Full article | Engineering Apr 24, 2008 NuSil Technology Introduces Water-Resistant Dimethicone for Pharmaceutical, Cosmeceutical Applications MED-323, a tri-methyl endblocked polydimethylsiloxane, was developed as an excipient for cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications and offers excellent water repellency in topical skin and hair care products. It meets the requirements of the United States Pharmacopeia National Formulary (NF) and European Pharmacopeia (EP) for a dimethicone at 350 cSt viscosity. In addition, the product is produced in NuSil’s FDAregistered manufacturing site.
“NuSil’s acquisition of the Simethicone product line in 2004 marked the beginning of the company’s commitment to the industry” said Brian Nash, vice president of Marketing and Sales. “With exemplary products, such as MED-323, NuSil Technology unwavers in its support of the pharmaceutical industry.” said Brian Nash, vice president of Marketing and Sales. “..
Full article | Healthcare Oct 16, 2007 RTV Gel Expands NuSil Technology’s Line of Healthcare Silicone Materials The low cure temperature of this material makes it ideal for incorporating heat-sensitive additives such as pharmaceutical compounds, biocides, excipients and other functional fillers. The MED-6380 firm RTV gel cures without heat and is filler-free. In addition, this pourable, three-component gel can be molded or used as a soft, conformal coating...
Full article | Healthcare Jul 17, 2007 NuSil Technology Unveils Line of Ultra Low Outgassing™ Silicone Materials The aerospace industry has used silicone adhesives and coatings for more than five decades because of their ability to retain elasticity and low modulus over a broad temperature range (-130°C to 260°C). These properties provide excellent utility in space, where spacecrafts are repeatedly exposed to these extreme temperatures... Full article | Aerospace Apr 20, 2007 NuSil Technology Appoints Huntsman as Exclusive Distributor in Brazil “NuSil feels that Huntsman has the facilities and technical personnel to grow sales of both custom and standard products,” said Brian Nash, vice president of Marketing and Sales. “We look forward to a prosperous relationship with Huntsman and expanding our brand into Brazil.”.. Full article | Electronics Apr 19, 2007 NuSil Technology Granted Patent for High Refractive Index Silicone Materials The patent, No. 7,160,972, was granted Jan. 9, 2007 and cites several silicone material configurations with a refractive index exceeding 1.54... Full article | Photonics Mar 15, 2007 NuSil Technology and Univar Pharma Ingredients Announce U.S. Distribution Agreement The agreement maintains NuSil’s existing relationships with its Simethicone customers and provides Univar an opportunity to develop new business with the product line. This new relationship will benefit Univar’s current and prospective customers interested in evaluating NuSil’s Simethicone product line... Full article | Corporate News Click here for more Press Releases | 
