Silicone
To discuss silicones is really to talk about a material enhancer and enabler rather than a specific material. Based on the crucial ingredient of silicon, which is one of the most abundant elements on earth, silicones add value to a whole range of applications that take advantage of its properties, which include temperature resistance and a warm, soft, rubbery tactile feel. One innovative product that makes full use of silicone’s qualities is Sugru: this mouldable, self-setting product can be used to adapt existing products in a number of ways, as shown by the modification of a tool handle, opposite, to give it a non-slip, comfortable grip.
The extreme versatility of silicones means they can be formulated to deliver improved functionality ...
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