Reducing Thermal Degradation in Silicone Polymer Processing

See how a specialty silicone manufacturer reduced thermal degradation, improved product quality and tripled production capacity using wiped-film technology and a collaborative approach to process development.
Aug. 26, 2026

Discover how a specialty silicone manufacturer overcame heat-related degradation and long residence times in polymer processing. This case study details how lab trials, pilot-scale development, toll processing and wiped-film molecular distillation helped reduce heat exposure, improve product quality and enable scalable in-house production. Learn how the resulting technology partnership helped the manufacturer increase capacity while producing high-purity, low-volatility silicone materials.