February 2019 TIPS Meeting 

Light Weighting Silicone Rubber Materials
Presented by Jose Gonzalez, Rubber Technologist for R.D. Abbott
 

OVERVIEW
This presentation will cover the application and technology of light weighting silicone rubber materials. More specifically, the addition of 3M™ glass bubbles compounded into Dow silicone elastomers creates an elastomeric material of low density generally below 1.0 specific gravity. Filler loading techniques are studied to create an efficient process of light weighting. Furthermore, this light weight material has the ability to perform well in molding, extrusion, and calendaring operations. Light weighting silicone materials offers many advantages to the aerospace, automotive, and transportation industries. This serves to enhance fuel savings, and help meet environmental demands.

ABOUT THE PRESENTER
Jose Gonzalez joined the rubber industry in 2013 as a Lab Technician for R.D. Abbott. He received his Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry from California State University in Fullerton. In his short time in the rubber industry, Jose has co-authored multiple technical papers on topics such as “In-Mold Bonding of Fluorinated Liquid Silicone Rubber to Thermoplastics and Metals” and “Advancements in Fluorosilicone Elastomers.”

RESERVATION DETAILS
To reserve your spot(s), click on the “Register Now!” button below and complete the online registration form. If you have any questions, contact Dr. Ragin Amrutiya at ragin.amrutiya@wacker.com or (909) 902-6152.