Si-Release^® is a trademark of Laur Silicone, Inc. that represents a range of methods used to enhance the release properties of silicone rubber. Because different factors affect release, there is not a one-size-fits-all solution. Therefore we offer different methods depending on your application to achieve optimal results.

Silicone rubber is widely known to have lower surface energy than most rubbers. Our proprietary technologies result in surface energies lower than standard silicone rubbers — even lower than Teflon® on ground surfaces, without significantly altering the other properties of the rubber.

Because the lower surface energy displays mainly on ground surfaces, it does not inhibit the ability of the material to be bonded to a subsurface with the aid of a primer.

The ability to bond to metal while presenting a low surface energy on ground finishes makes these materials particularly useful for rubber covered rollers. It is important that the rubber cover stays adhered to the roller core in most roller applications. These ultra-low surface energy materials will do this while at the same time presenting a very low surface energy surface that aids release properties.

Fillers may also be used to modify the surface finish of silicone parts. This method is most useful in parts that will be cut or ground after molding. We can adjust filler type and loading to vary the surface structure, depending on specific requirements for your application.

In addition to surface energy and texture modification, bleed fluids, which will slowly bleed out of the part after it is cured, may be used. This method is of particular use in keeping the silicone part from fusing to a substrate with prolonged use. It is also useful in allowing parts to slide over each other during assembly.

Laur Silicone can offer custom materials to match a particular application.