Silicones That Work

Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) is announcing the release of a new white paper that explains why silicone buyers need to consider the true costs of meeting specifications – and what can happen if you choose a cheaper compound instead. SSP’s new white paper, “Silicone Prices and Silicone Specifications”, also explains why gasket fabricators may assume a level of compliance that doesn’t really exist. To get the white paper, contact SSP on-line or email Dominic [...]

Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) recently attended MD&M West 2019, the world’s largest annual event for medical device manufacturing. From February 5 to 7, 2019, we met with companies from across the medical device supply chain who were eager to talk about product development, manufacturing, and materials. In case you weren’t able to join us, we’d like to share what we learned at this industry-leading tradeshow in Anaheim, California. The lessons fall into three major [...]

Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) is announcing the release of a new white paper that explains what medical manufacturers need to know about USP Class VI silicones for direct and indirect patient contact. Medical designers, engineers, technical buyers, and sourcing managers who need biocompatible elastomers are invited to contact SSP or email Dominic Testo to request a copy.    In this SSP white paper, you’ll learn what USP Class VI means and how it relates to FDA regulations [...]

Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) is pleased to announce that Joseph Henkel, a Six Sigma Black Belt, has joined the Ballston Spa, New York (USA) company as manager of quality and compliance. Joe’s diverse and distinguished career includes deep experience in engineering, product development, and quality. He’s also civically-minded and has displayed a strong commitment to his community. Joe is a  graduate of the University of Albany and holds a B.S. in Biology and Chemistry. He [...]

Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) recently attended Electronica Munich, the world’s leading tradeshow for the electronics industry. From November 13 to 16, the Ballston Spa, New York (USA) company showcased SpecShield™ silicones that help to protect electronics from the damaging, disruptive, and potentially deadly effects of electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI). Visitors to the SSP booth at Electronica Munich also learned how we provide [...]