Albright TechnologiesBarium Loading of Silicone Parts
Implantable silicone materials can be loaded with Barium (BaSO4) for future radiological detection purposes. Both restricted (29 days or less) and unrestricted (29 days and beyond) silicone materials can be loaded with BaSO4. This allows for the silicone part to be detected in future X-Rays and CT Scans. Typically, the silicone material is loaded withCompression Molding of Silicone Materials: Pros and Cons
Many Inventors, Engineers and Project Managers believe that injection molding is the best solution for their molded silicone products. However, this is not always the case due to the many variables and constraints of manufacturing silicone parts. First and foremost, anticipated volume is always a true concern. If you only need to mold 1 toGet a Free Pass to MD&M West from Albright
Visit with Christi, Jeff and Ryan in sunny and beautiful Anaheim, California this February at the MD&M West Trade Show! The show is located at the Anaheim Convention Center at 800 West Katella Avenue in Anaheim and Albright has Booth 1083. The Exhibits schedule is as follows: Tuesday, February 10, 2015 10 AM to 5Selecting a Suitable Medical Silicone
Silicone materials can be compounded to create materials that are both, bio-inert and fully compatible with biological systems. Medical silicones are compounded in a similar manner as general purpose silicones to obtain certain characteristics, such as durometer, elongation and tear strength. However, medical silicones undergo additional processing to remove unwanted residuals. This allows for theA Guide to Shore Durometers
Before manufacturing silicone parts, it is important to select a finished durometer for the part or product that you will be molding. Depending on the requirements of the project, the silicone finished part may be near gel-like or very stiff. Durometer is a measure of hardness that is used in elastomers, polymers and rubbers. Hardness
