Find EMI Shielding at Materials Week Europe (Booth 612)
Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) invites you to meet us in the Netherlands next week. We’re headed for Materials Week Europe 2026 and The Gasket and Seals Show, both of which are in Amsterdam at RAI Amsterdam from February 24th to 26th. Dominic Testo, Business Development Manager; Gary Falchi, Business Development Manager; and Taylor Smith, New […]
Silicones for Space Technology: Gasket Materials for Growing Markets
Silicones for space technology are enabling applications ranging from satellite services and space exploration to Earth observation, defense and security, and scientific research. From satellites and ground stations to rockets, spacecraft, and launch services, Tier 1 suppliers like Space X, Blue Origin, and the major defense contractors need silicone gaskets made from specialized materials. For […]
Galvanic Corrosion: How EMI Gaskets Support Naval Readiness
The U.S. Department of War wants to rebuild America’s maritime industrial base. The Navy is accelerating the construction of new vessels and improving maintenance efficiency to reduce long-standing repair delays. Corrosion remains a significant problem, however. It’s costing the Navy billions of dollars each year and jeopardizing fleet readiness and service member safety. For gasket […]
Silver Prices Are Up 200%. EMI Shielding Costs Don’t Have to Be.
The price of silver is up 200% since January 2025 and just hit an all-time high of over $88 per ounce. As a result, the price of EMI shielding sheet stock is roughly double what it was last spring. Today, some experts are predicting that silver could hit $100 per ounce this January. If you’re […]
Drones and EMI Shielding: Answering the Pentagon’s Call
The U.S. military is planning to acquire 300,000 small attack drones and rapidly deploy them to service members. Last month, the Pentagon called upon industry to provide small unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) that can carry a minimum of 4.4 lbs. in explosives and conduct strikes across both open terrain and urban environments. The goal is […]
RF Gasket Materials and FAQs
Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) makes RF gasket materials that combine environmental sealing with shielding against radio frequency interference (RFI). Types of RF Gasket Materials SSP makes the following types of electrically conductive materials. MIL-DTL-83528 QPL Certified Corrosion Resistant Low Shore A/Soft Fuel and Solvent Resistant Low Outgassing Most Conductive Flame Retardant EMI Connector Gaskets Reinforced […]
Manufacturing Memes: Happy Holidays from SSP
Happy Holidays from SSP! We hope you’re enjoying the season – and maintaining a sense of humor. Sometimes you have to work super-hard just so you can take some time off. If you’ve been rushing around like crazy, then you know that manufacturing comes with some stress. Here at SSP, we’re especially grateful for everyone’s […]
Unmanned Systems and EMI Shielding Move Full Speed Ahead
The U.S. Navy is consolidating 66 unmanned systems programs under a single command. The need is urgent, the timeline is immediate, and the value is $19B over five years. There’s only one acquisition office to engage, but there’s no time to waste. The Navy is putting speed above consensus, and defense contractors who can provide […]
Medical Equipment Silicone Elastomers
SSP’s medical equipment silicone elastomers provide reliability, biocompatibility, and long‑term material stability. Whether they’re used in diagnostic instruments, patient‑contact devices, or laboratory analyzers, these ultra-pure, ultra-clean materials provide the performance characteristics that engineers need to ensure consistent sealing, protection, and durability. Material Selection Medical equipment designers need to consider repeated sterilization cycles, exposure to cleaning […]
Extruded Rubber Profiles for EMI O-Rings, D-Rings, and Frame Gaskets
Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) makes extruded rubber profiles for bonded EMI O-rings, D-rings, and frame gaskets. The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), part of the U.S. Department of Defense, has approved our Made in USA manufacturing facility for producing all M83528 extrusions. If you need ready-to-install EMI shielding, ask SSP for fabricated parts in M83528 slash […]