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What advantages do silicones bring?
» Silicones protect
Silicones ensure construction materials stay affixed and absorb stress and movement so a structure is strong and safe, whether it is a wooden floor, swimming pool, concrete bridge or skyscraper with a glass facade.
The elastic nature of some silicone seals in structural glazing applications (for example, the weather seal in glass buildings) can reduce damage and physical harm from small to medium-scale earthquakes.
Silicones help off-set the depreciation of buildings due to water decay, corrosion and deterioration.
Silicones extend the service life of exterior coatings and finishes - even under extreme weather conditions. These coatings are optimal for shipbuilding, bridges, oil rigs, industrial plants, containers and pipelines.
Silicones enhance energy efficiency. An efficient insulating façade with silicone-enhanced glass panels minimises thermal loss and reduces the costs to heat and cool a building.
» Silicones strengthen
Silicones contribute significantly to overall structural performance. Because of their unique adhesive and durability properties, silicones bond with most materials - very porous, non-porous, sensitive materials and hard to adhere to materials like concrete, glass, granite, marble, aluminium, steel and plastics.
Silicones can restore strength and permeability to crumbling facades, weakened structures and deteriorating joints without compromising the integrity of the original material.
» Silicones bring style
Silicones let architects realise their dreams. Silicones offer exceptional design flexibility and the potential for architectural innovation. Today's architectural and engineering designs put additional stress on materials and structures and demand the highest quality performance. Silicones used in joints to bond materials accommodate movements due to temperature changes, moisture, shrinkage, sound, wind and vibration. The sealants create a strong air-tight seal that not only protects but complements building aesthetics.
