AS9100 Certified Silicone Mixing for Aerospace and Defense
ElastaPro is an AS9100 certified silicone mixer – a rarity in the rubber industry. Many custom mixers have ISO 9100:2015 quality systems, but that might not be enough for your next aerospace or defense project. AS9100 incorporates the entirety of the ISO 9001 quality framework and then adds over 100 extra requirements that are specifically […]
ElastaPro’s Silicone Mixing and Compounding Capabilities
ElastaPro is one of North America’s largest mixers of silicone rubber because we calender more solid silicone sheeting than any other supplier on the continent. As a silicone manufacturer, our capabilities don’t just benefit customers who buy our sheet materials. We also supply uncured silicone compounds with consistency, reliability, and speed – and it’s backed […]
FDA Silicone Rubber vs. Food Grade Rubber
In industries where purity, safety, and regulatory compliance matter, manufacturers often compare FDA silicone rubber with general food‑grade rubber. While both materials are used in applications involving food contact, they are not identical. FDA silicone rubber meets stricter standards for cleanliness, chemical stability, and performance, making it the preferred choice for environments where consistent quality […]
What is Medical Grade Silicone?
Medical manufacturing demands materials that are safe, stable, and capable of performing reliably in environments where human health is at stake. That’s why so many engineers and OEMs ask the same foundational question: what is medical grade silicone? At its core, medical grade silicone is a highly purified, biocompatible elastomer engineered to meet strict standards […]
What Are USP Class VI Requirements?
In industries where patient safety, biocompatibility, and contamination control are non‑negotiable, USP Class VI Requirements serve as one of the most trusted benchmarks for material qualification. Medical device manufacturers, pharmaceutical processors, and biotech equipment builders rely on this standard to ensure that elastomers, plastics, and rubber components can safely contact drugs, biological media, and sensitive […]
Why Military Programs Trust ElastaPro for Spec-Grade Silicones
Military programs need silicones with consistent properties, proven performance, and full traceability. From our spec-grade silicones to our in-house testing capabilities, ElastaPro makes materials that are designed for mission-critical applications and backed by documentation that proves their compliance with military standards and specifications. Spec-Grade Military Silicones and Fluorosilicones ElastaPro’s military silicones and fluorosilicones are Made […]
ElastaPro Requalifies Four Military Fluorosilicones
SANTA FE SPRINGS, CA – May 27, 2026 – ElastaPro, North America’s largest supplier of solid silicone sheet, is announcing that ACE Laboratories has requalified four of its military fluorosilicones. The ISO/IEC 17025 accredited independent laboratory recently tested samples of ElastaPro materials for conformance with the following specifications: AMS-R-25988B Type II, Class 1, Grade 40 […]
Choosing the Right Silicone Company
Selecting the right silicone company isn’t just about price or lead time — it’s about whether the material you receive will perform reliably in your application, meet the right specification, and arrive with the traceability and quality controls your industry requires. The right silicone partner understands not only the material, but the environment, regulatory requirements, […]
Silicone Requalification: Know the Risks and Costs
Buying silicone sheeting and uncured compound might seem like a low-risk activity, even when you’re purchasing spec-grade materials. A silicone that’s “qualified” meets mechanical, chemical and regulatory requirements and can remain in the same bill of materials (BOM) for years. In an age of global sourcing, however, believing that a compound won’t change is risky. […]
Fluorosilicone Chemical Compatibility Charts
ElastaPro makes fluorosilicone materials resist petroleum oils and hydrocarbon fluids. For full specifications and product availability, visit our Fluorosilicone pillar page. Although fluorosilicones resist many aggressive chemicals, they do not resist all chemicals. Use the fluorosilicone chemical compatibility charts below for information about resistance to: Fuels Oils and lubricants Solvents Water and coolants Chemicals and industrial […]
Do Your Spec-Grade Silicones Contain Risky Raw Materials?
Material specifications are a matter of mission assurance in defense, aerospace, nuclear, and healthcare applications. Engineers diligently call out ASTM standards, AMS specs, and approved suppliers – and rightfully so. But there’s a critical question that often goes unasked. Where do the raw materials that make up your spec-grade materials come from? Do You Know […]
Medical Silicone Sheeting: Engineered Materials for Healthcare
Medical silicone sheeting plays a critical role in healthcare applications that require performance, stability, and biocompatibility under demanding conditions. Unlike general purpose grade silicone, medical grade silicone is engineered to meet stringent regulatory, mechanical, and environmental requirements. That’s what makes medical silicones safe for contact with human skin, blood and fluids, or living tissue. It’s […]