Industries - agriculture, automotive, beauty and personal care.

AEROSPACE

Silicones now have a proven record of long term performance in the most demanding applications, offering the following general physical attributes .

1. Wide temperature range from -115 to 300ºC
2.Excellent electrical properties
3.Flexibility

4. UV resistance

5. Good chemical resistance

6. Resistance to humidity and water

7. Non-toxic and inert. Some major applications where Chemicals can be used Includes : Avionics - Displays, electronics, lighting , Aero engine - damping, bonding, sealing , Airframe - sealing, bonding.

AUTOMOTIVE

As automotive electronic applications continue to grow in number and complexity the demands made upon them for increased performance and reliability present many design challenges. By nature, the environmental conditions under which these units must work are very harsh. Temperatures under the

bonnet are increasing and geographical locations can also produce extremes in the other direction - these extreme thermal cycles induce stress and the possibility of component failure. To add to it there is mechanical stress as a direct result of vibration derived from the engine and road conditions. Chemical and oil attack are also common in and around the engine compartment, with water and humidity a constant threat. All these factors make component protection a high priority for any electronic design engineer working within the automotive industry. The sealing of the powertrain, water and fuel systems require strong, flexible, temperature and fuel resistant sealants. Thermally conductive silicone adhesives, encapsulants, gels, greases and gap fillers will perform this important task. Major applications include

1. Bonding and encapsulation of electric motors
2. Bonding and encapsulation of low-voltage batteries
3. Bonding and encapsulation of sensors and automotive electronics.

ELECTRICAL TRANSMISSION & DISTRIBUTION

Its range of Silicones can reliably outperform traditional ceramic or plastics materials in many applications and are typically used for wire and cable, high-voltage insulators, EMI shielding, breakers and disconnect switches, and surge arrestors. The numerous benefits they offer include:

1. Decreased weight
2. Decreased maintenance
3. Better hydrophobicity
4. Easier processing
5. Outstanding service life
6. Excellent tracking resistance
7. Superior erosion resistance

ELECTRONICS

The requirement for protection and safety of electronic components and electrical equipment is very important and many factors can influence their proper functionality when is use.Electronic ciruiits and components are not heavily used in various inductries like Automotive Traction and railway, Aviation and

aerospace , LED and lighting , Telecommunication , Measurement and control Household appliances. As systems become smaller and circuit densities become greater, technically superior products are in great demand . The applications are numerours and includes the following

1. Tough, high-clarity hardcoats for flat-panel displays
2.Low-ionic resins for finer-line-resolution photo resist solutions
3.Optical bonding materials for display applications
4. silicone gels for flexibility and repair opportunities
5. Thermally conductive materials for sealing, potting and encapsulation
6. Conformal coatings for the protection of PCBs from moisture
7. Sealants and potting compounds
8. High temperature sealants.
9. Die attach adhesives and encapsulants to lid seal adhesives and thermal interface materials.

FOOD PROCESSING & PACKAGING

High performance Adhesives and Sealants may be used a wide variety of applications in the food industry and offer many beneficial characteristics . Some applications include

1. Gasketing and sealing on food processing machinery
2. Sealing around chiller cabinet doors and within chilled vehicles

3. Sealant around oven doors and cooker tops

4. Food Grade Moulding Rubbers

5. Create moulds for producing cake decorations, chocolates and other confectionery.

6. Silicone Antifoams & Emulsions are used to control, reduce or eliminate foam produced in the preparation and washing of vegetables and during the fermentation process in the brewing industry.

7. Food grade silicone emulsions can be used as a release agent when moulding or extruding plastic food containers and trays

FURNITURE BEDDING & CARPETS

Major uses of Silicones in Furniture Beddings and Carpets includes

1. Silicone surfactants for polyurethane slabstock foams that can provide foam stabilization, uniform cell structure and improved density distribution.
2.Amine catalysts with low emission properties for furniture and bedding applications

3.Coatings, adhesives and sealants additives for wood finishes and coatings.

HEALTH CARE

Medical devices place special demands on manufacturers regarding biocompatibility and processing. From ease of processability in manufacturing to enhanced comfort when in contact with the human body, silicones can meet the exacting demands of the healthcare & medical device industry.Even with small application quantities,

the adhesives must be joined precisely and quickly and must be resistant to sterilization methods. Silicone elastomers can meet healthcare’s rigorous challenges, and help medical manufacturers produce strong yet comfortable orthopedic devices, optically transparent yet flexible medical tubing, sterilization-tolerant yet durable dental and surgical devices.

OIL & GAS PRODUCTION

For both upstream or downstream,a comprehensive range of water treatment and process solutions is available that can boost production and quality, reduce costs and downtime, and increase profitability. Some applications on Chemicals are

1. Upstream - Microbial control, scale control, deposit control, paraffin mitigation, EOR

2.Refining - Desalting , Emulsion breaking Corrosion control Antifouling

RENEWABLE ENERGY

The share of renewable energies in the total energy demand will continue to increase in the coming years. The rotor blade manufacturers needs materials for mould making and blade production. Some applications include

1. Adhesives & sealants for repair and maintenance of wind turbines.
2. Adhesives for rotor blade bonding & the nacelle

3. Composite resins for wind energy

TRANSPORTATION

There are growing use of Formulated Chemicals in the Transportaion industry . With the growing need of Sophistication and better customer experience , these use cases will continue to grow . Some of the Applications are below .

1. Fire retardant structural adhesives for commercial transportation

2. Glass bonding for commerical transportation

3. Structural bonding of exterior and interior components for commerical transporation

4. Surface pretreatment for commercial transportation

LED & LIGHTING

Silicones have become widely used by LED design engineers to provide improved light performance, extended product life and environmental protection. CHT has several product groups to choose from including: optically clear encapsulants & thermally conductive encapsulants & adhesives. Applications include

1. Automotive vehicle lighting
2. Displays for sports and advertising
3. Back lighting for LCD screens
4. Signage
5. Aviation display lighting & airport lighting
6. Stage & theatre lighting
7. Rail & road signalling systems
8. Architectural & street lighting
9. Domestic lighting
10. Industrial machine lighting

COATINGS & INKS

Coatings Products includes additives, building blocks, coalescents, emulsifiers, and oxygenated solvents. There are many eco-efficient alternatives, with low toxicity, low odor, low volatile organic compounds (VOC) and higher renewable carbon content that delivers high performance in the production and application of paints,

varnishes, and adhesives. The major applications are -

1. Additives - Additives are responsible for wetting and stabilizing the pigment and polymer particles derived from the latex in the paint, as well as promoting water resistance, hardness, and shine.
2. Building Blocks - Building blocks are used to synthesize various types of polymers, improving the performance of paints and are capable of modifying attributes such as appearance, resistance, hardness, flexibility, and elasticity.
3. Coalescents - Coalescing agents ensure films form continuous and homogenous surfaces at many temperature and moisture conditions, as well as producing gloss and resisting dirt.
4. Emulsifiers - Emulsifiers provide excellent resistance to abrasion, offer control over particle size and minimize clots. They also generate latexes with greater stability and are compatible with other ingredients used in formulations of paints, coatings, adhesives, gloves, paper, and rugs.

LUBRICATION

Lubricants are used in many areas, e.g. in engines, transmissions, hydraulics and in the machining of materials, especially metals. Sliding coatings, greases and oil, metal soaps and graphite can be used as lubricants. Some Applications can be

1. Automatic transmission oils
2. Detergents

3. Heat transfer and cooling liquids

4. Hydraulic fluids

5. Lubricating greases & oils

6. Metal working fluids

7. Turbine Oils

LUBRICANTS & METAL WORKING

Silicone polymers by nature have very low coefficients of friction thereby making them excellent lubricants for plastic and rubber. The non-reactive silicone fluids, or oils as they are sometimes known, can be used in their pure form or alternatively they can be processed to make grease or combined with water to make oil in water

silicone emulsions. Resistance to high temperatures is also a useful quality which can be utilised in specific applications. These lubricants can be used as the interface between most rubbers and plastics and when metals are in contact with rubber and plastic but should not be used in high load metal-to-metal bearings.

ELECTROPATING

Electroplating is the process of coating a metal (or other material) with a thin layer of another metal by using electrolysis Thereby imparting certain properties to the base object. The main purpose of electroplating is to change or improve the surface properties of an object, for example to improve corrosion resistance,

aesthetic appearance, abrasion resistance, hardness, and other qualities.Electroplating is employed in various industries, including: automotive, jewelry, building and construction, electrical equipment, electronic and connectors, fashion industry, sanitary, packaging, etc. In addition to supporting the electroplating needs of these industries, we also support the foundry and casting industry needs in the Hot Dip Galvanizing process and by provision of Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Foundry materials.

MOULD MAKING

Silicone moulding rubber has many applications across a wide range of industries using various casting mediums. Silicone is chosen for its fine reproduction of detail, versatility and physical strength.

1. Casting materials & applications
2. Wax for candles and use in the lost wax process for bronze casting

3. Polyurethane for mirror and picture frames, architectural mouldings.

4. Polyester resin for giftware, figurines, sculptures.

5. Plaster for covings and cornices, film studios, figurines, fireplaces

6. Ceramics for earthenware pottery

7. Low melt alloys for toys, models

8. Glass for auto windscreens

9. Stone filled resins for replication of works of art, fireplaces

FERTILIZER

The fertilizer industry relies heavily on various chemical inputs in addition to the basic nutrient raw material building blocks required for fertilizer production. These inputs contribute to production efficiency, product quality and economic viability, as well as to workplace safety and environmental protection.

Some examples of such inputs are defoamers, flocculants and corrosion inhibitors which perform as manufacturing process aids. There are also functional additives such as dust control coatings, anti-caking coatings, granulation aids and colorants which, as conditioning agents, actually become part of the finished fertilizer product and make beneficial contributions to its quality, durability, marketability and value without detracting from its agronomic efficacy.

CLEANING

Rapidly evolving technological advances in the electronics industry & Metal Industry continually demands better cleaning chemistries, processes and cleaning products that can quickly evolve and adapt along with them. Cleaning Chemistries are geared towards the following applications

1. PCB Cleaning

2. Stencil Cleaning

3. Metal Finishing Aqueous Cleaners

4. Metal Finishing Solvent Cleaning

5.Metal Finishing Corrosion Inhibitors