Shielded Enclosure Gaskets
EMI Shielding for Enclosure Gaskets Dominic Testo Business Development Manager Specialty Silicone Products Note: This content originally appeared in the December 2025 edition of Rubber World magazine. What is Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)? Electromagnetic interference (EMI) is a naturally-occurring or human-caused phenomenon that degrades or disrupts electronics or electrical equipment. The causes of EMI are numerous […]
Military Silicones and Fluorosilicones from SSP
Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) makes spec-grade military silicones and fluorosilicones that are engineered for mission-critical applications. At our Made in USA manufacturing facility in Ballston Spa, New York, we produce two main categories of military-grade elastomers. EMI shielding silicones that are MIL-DTL-83528 QPL certified Non-conductive silicones that meet aerospace and defense specifications SSP manufactures these […]
Aeroderivative Turbines Need Aerospace Silicones
Aeroderivative turbines are derived from aircraft engines and adapted for ground-based or marine use. They’re used for power generation, marine propulsion, and to drive compressors and pumps in the oil and gas industry. Estimates vary, but the market is currently between USD $3.45 and $13.32B with compound annual growth rates (CAGR) ranging from 4.7% to […]
EMI Shielding for Counter-UAS Systems
Counter-UAS systems protect military assets, critical infrastructure, and civilian populations from unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and drone swarms. They include electronic warfare (EW) platforms that use high-power microwave (HPM) energy to destroy or disable the electronics in unmanned systems. Examples include the Leonidas product family from Epirus, a U.S. defense contractor. Whether the manufacturer is […]
How to Select the Right USP Class VI Silicone Elastomer
Summary: This article explains how to select USP Class VI silicones from Specialty Silicone Products (SSP). Our SSP2390 family of elastomers is platinum-cured for high purity. Introduction A USP Class VI silicone elastomer can provide the right balance between cost savings and patient protection. However, medical manufacturers still need to protect themselves against supplier cost-cutting that […]
Selecting EMI Shielded Enclosure Gasket Materials: A Complete Engineering Guide
Summary: Selecting the right EMI gasket material involves balancing electrical conductivity, environmental sealing, and cost-effectiveness. Key materials include silicone or fluorosilicone base elastomers filled with conductive particles like silver-aluminum or nickel-graphite to ensure Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC). What are the Best Materials for EMI Shielded Enclosure Gaskets? The most effective materials for EMI shielded enclosures are […]
UAV EMI Shielding
EMI shielding for drones and UAVs protects sensitive circuits against electromagnetic interference. Typically, these circuits are part of printed circuit boards (PCBs) that are housed within box-like enclosures.
What is a Conductive Seal?
A conductive seal is an elastomeric gasket engineered to provide both environmental sealing and electrical conductivity. These materials prevent water, dust, and fuel ingress while simultaneously creating a low‑resistance electrical path that blocks electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio‑frequency interference (RFI). Conductive seals are essential in military electronics, aerospace platforms, communications systems, radar housings, and high‑density […]
Meet SSP at G/C Expo 2026 in Orlando
Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) will showcase its EMI shielding and military and aerospace silicones at G/C Expo 2026 from March 25-27, 2026, at The Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Florida. SSP’s elastomers meet tough specifications and are available as sheets, rolls, extrusions, and moldable compounds. SSP also fabricates EMI gaskets and EMI O-rings. Gary Falchi, […]
Meet SSP at SATELLITE 2026 (Booth 2460)
Specialty Silicone Products (SSP) will showcase space-grade silicones at SATELLITE 2026, the premiere event for the satellite industry. Visit us in Booth 2460 and find low outgassing silicones that won’t cloud optics, electronics, or sensors in the near-vacuum of space. These low temperature elastomers are part of a portfolio of low outgassing silicones that include […]