Whitepapers

SMI’s whitepapers provide detailed insights into silicone materials, manufacturing processes, and application-specific solutions. These resources are designed for engineers, product developers, and medical and research professionals who need reliable, high-performance silicone components.

Silicone Catheters in Veterinary Medicine – Coiled silicone tubing used in veterinary surgical and diagnostic applications.”

Silicone Catheters in Veterinary Medicine

The veterinary field increasingly relies on advanced materials to improve patient care, and silicone has become a preferred choice for catheters due to its exceptional biocompatibility, flexibility, and durability. Unlike traditional catheter materials, silicone offers superior comfort and safety, minimizing tissue irritation and reducing the risk of complications. These qualities make silicone catheters ideal for…
Firm matte silicone sheeting – durable, high-performance silicone sheet used in lab, medical, and industrial applications.

Silicone Sheeting in Laboratory Research Settings

In addition to various industrial uses, silicones are deployed in various laboratory experiments, particularly in silicone sheets, which are often used as a substrate for cell culture growth. However, processing techniques can lead to variability that might affect the performance of silicone sheeting in research applications. Careful planning can address these issues to ensure consistent…