Media Relations
Latest Press Releases
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.“..
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.“..
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.“..
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.
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