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. “..

Media Relations

Kristen M. Thomas
The Phelps Group
901 Wilshire Blvd.
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Tel: (310) 752-4400 x186
Fax: (310) 752-4444