As building design continues to advance, so does engineers’ requirement for high performance materials. In modern buildings, the exceptional properties of silicone rubber help to expand what is possible.

Silicone profiles are often fitted to glass, steel and plastic panels which are widely used in the building industry. As buildings get taller they are more vulnerable to movement from wind and ground vibration, silicone rubber can dampen vibrations and absorb stresses in buildings.

Silicone is resistant to UV and Ozone, allowing it to have a longer lifespan than other types of rubber when used in outdoor environments. Silicone provides excellent vibration dampening as well as having outstanding sealing properties. It can prevent water, dust and dirt ingress making it a suitable choice of material for many construction applications. Moreover, silicone has a wide working temperature range from -60°C to +200°C making it suitable for the hottest summers or harshest winters anywhere in the world.