Silicone Rubber and Elastometers
Tulco Inc develops surface modified precipitated silica additives designed to enhance performance, processing, and consistency in silicone rubber and elastomer systems. With more than forty years of experience in silica surface modification, Tulco supports formulations where precise control of rheology, dispersion, and mechanical performance is essential.
Tulco treated precipitated silicas are engineered to integrate effectively into both liquid and solid silicone rubber and elastomer formulations. By modifying silica surface chemistry, Tulco products help control viscosity and flow behavior during mixing, shaping, and curing. This contributes to improved processability, reduced settling or separation, and more uniform material behavior throughout production.
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Performance Benefits in Silicone Rubber and Elastometer Applications
In silicone rubber and elastomer systems, Tulco applies Advanced Surface Treated Silicas developed through Application Driven Additive Development to reinforce performance and maintain formulation stability. Even dispersion of fillers and functional components supports consistent mechanical properties, dimensional stability, and predictable curing behavior across production runs.
Once cured, silicone rubber and elastomer formulations containing Tulco treated silicas benefit from improved toughness, elasticity, and resistance to mechanical stress. Enhanced adhesion and abrasion resistance contribute to long term durability in applications exposed to repeated movement, compression, or challenging environmental conditions.
Tulco treated silicas are used across a wide range of silicone rubber and elastomer applications, including industrial components, molded and extruded parts, seals, gaskets, and specialty elastomeric products. Their compatibility with various polymer systems and processing methods allows for flexible integration into both standard formulations and highly application specific designs.
The Tailored Solution
Tulco works closely with customers to support formulation development and product selection for silicone rubber and elastomer systems.
When standard products do not meet application requirements, Tulco offers custom treated silica development to address specific performance goals. For customers with internal capacity limitations, Tulco also provides manufacturing and packaging support, offering dependable production and flexible packaging solutions.
Technical data sheets and safety documentation are available to support formulation development, regulatory compliance, and production scale up. Tulco’s technical team provides application guidance and formulation support throughout the development process to help ensure consistent, reliable performance.
