This section provides an overview for silicone coating agents as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 10 silicone coating agent manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked silicone coating agent companies as of November, 2024: 1.Arcotec GmbH, 2.Fuzhou Topda New Material Co., Ltd, 3.CHT USA Inc..
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Silicone coating agents are coatings that contain polymers of organosilicon compounds, such as dimethylsiloxane.
Well-known examples are coatings applied over vehicle paint and coatings for residential flooring. Both of these are silicone coating agents and contain organosilicon polymers, but the method of application and the thickness of the coat layer after it is applied are quite different.
The automotive coating is sprayed onto the vehicle body and then spread thinly and wiped off to form a very thin film on the painted surface. In contrast, the coating method for flooring coatings is the same as that for paints, where a thick coating is formed and then allowed to dry naturally.
Silicone coating agents have two main uses:
In addition to silicone coating agents, glass-based coating agents also exist as coating agents for vehicles. The purpose of both glass- and silicone-based coatings is to protect and polish the painted surfaces of vehicles, but silicone-based coatings require no skill to apply and are relatively easy for anyone to apply.
Silicone coating agents, which can be easily obtained at car accessory stores, are sprayed onto the body of the car, making the coating process very easy. Glass coatings, on the other hand, are designed for professionals.
In terms of performance, silicone coating agents are superior to glass coating agents in terms of gloss after coating, but inferior to glass coating agents in terms of durability.
Silicone coating agents for residential use can be an overwhelmingly glossy, grippy, and cost-effective material when compared to other floor coating agents, such as UV coat, glass coat, and urethane coat. However, the disadvantage is that their durability is inferior to UV coatings and glass coatings.
Silicone coating agents for flooring have an approximate service life of 10 years, depending on the product.
The silicone molecule has a siloxane (-Si-O-) structure consisting of silicon (Si) and oxygen (O) bonded together, with Si having four covalent bonds, so that each Si molecule has two alkyl groups such as methyl groups (-CH3) in addition to two O bonds. A glass is a three-dimensional bonding of Si and O alone.
The siloxane backbone of silicon and oxygen has higher bonding energy than the carbon-carbon bonds that are the main backbone of other polymers, so silicone coatings are more heat resistant than other resin coatings. The coating provides a glossy finish as fine scratches are filled in by the coating agent.
In addition, silicone, like fluorine compounds, is highly water-repellent, and coating the surface of the coated object increases its water repellency, keeps water out, and prevents stains. After a rainfall, for example, a vehicle with a silicone coating will repel water, and no moisture will remain after a rainfall.
One of the characteristics of silicone coatings is that they produce a sheen, but they are not recommended for those who do not like this sheen. Recently, more and more people are looking for a coating that gives the taste of the material itself rather than an unnatural gloss.
Also, silicone coatings with a high gloss will stand out even with a few scratches. If you are concerned about this, you need to take good care of the coated surface by applying the coating more frequently.
Silicone coating for flooring has a thick film that is difficult for a release agent to penetrate and remove. Another disadvantage is that it is difficult to repair in case of failure.
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Dampney Company Inc., established in 1917 and headquartered in Everett, Massachusetts, United States, is a manufacturer and distributor of engineered coating systems for specialized applications. The company's products include high-temperature industrial protective coatings for metal structures subjected to high temperatures and corrosive environments, water-repellent masonry stains for concrete and masonry surfaces, and high-solids epoxy coatings for long-term, heavy-duty protection in chemical, industrial, and marine environments. Its product brands include Elastoid, Dymacryl, and Endcor.
Momentive Performance Materials Inc. (MPM) is an American manufacturer of silicones and specialty solutions established as a subsidiary of MOM Holding Company in 2019. Based in Niskayuna, New York, the company produces various silicones and silicone derivative products such as adhesives, cosmetic additives, hardcoats, and mold release agents. These are used by clients in a wide range of industries, including the automotive, renewable energy, packaging, and beauty industries. MPM operates globally, with over 50 manufacturing and commercial locations across North and South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.
Dow, Inc., established in 1879 and headquartered in Midland, Michigan, United States, is a manufacturer of specialty chemicals, rubber, agro-science, and plastic materials. The company product category includes packaging and specialty plastics, industrial intermediates and infrastructure, and performance materials and coatings. The packaging and specialty plastics category provides hydrocarbons, energy, and packaging materials, offering solutions in areas like plastic packaging and specialty plastics. The industrial intermediates and infrastructure category includes industrial solutions, polyurethanes, and construction chemicals. The performance materials and coatings category includes coatings, performance monomers, and consumer solutions.
CHT USA, founded in Tübingen, Baden Württemberg, in 1953 is a supplier of silicon products such as Foam, Adhesives, Encapsulants, and Silicone Coatings. The company's product portfolio includes carboxy siloxanes, Cross polymer Gels, Gum Blends & Dispersions, Liquid silicone rubber, and Mold making silicones. Their products are used in industries such as Food and Beverage, Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology, Chemical and Petrochemical, Environmental Testing and healthcare. The company has a national distribution network and a customer support center.
Sinograce Chemical, founded in 2002 and based in Anhui, China, is a manufacturer and global supplier specializing in surface materials and raw materials. The company’s product portfolio includes coatings, adhesives, fluorochemicals, metal treatment solutions, and more. These products find application in a wide range of sectors, providing surface material solutions and raw materials to meet the diverse needs of manufacturers and sellers in the global paint, coating, and adhesive industry. With R&D, Quality Control, and International Trade divisions, the company serves clients across the globe.
Shin-Etsu Silicone is a manufacturer of Silicon in Japan since 1953. The company produces Silicon in various forms and products such as Silicon Fluid which has applications as cosmetics and paint additives, and Silicon resin and Oligomers are used for moisture proofing, insulating coatings, and protection against molding. Silicon powder has uses in paint, rubber, ink, and coating materials, and these Silicon products along with Silanes and Rubber have vast uses in the electrical/electronics manufacturing industry, cosmetics, healthcare, chemical as well as construction fields.
Techspray is a manufacturer of cleaning & chemical products and soldering tools for the electronic, plant, and equipment maintenance industry founded in 1968 and headquartered in Kennesaw, Georgia, USA. They offer IPC-CC-830B and UL94 V-0 qualified static, thermal, and moisture-resistant conformal coatings such as high-temp silicone, acrylic, silicone, and urethane conformal coatings, as well as conformal coating thinners and removers. Other products include degreasers, water-based cleaners, defluxers, desoldering braid, and aerosol dusters used in transit maintenance, aviation cleaning, electrical cleaning, plant maintenance, and medical device cleaning.
Fuzhou Topda New Material Co. Ltd, established in 2019 and headquartered in Fujian, China, is a manufacturer and supplier of fluorinated chemicals and silicone materials. The company's products include fluorosilicones, PFPE oils and intermediates, PTFE micro powders and dispersions. Its products are used in chemical manufacturing, beauty and personal Care, and plastics and rubber industries. The company's silicone division emphasizes developing, manufacturing, and selling silicone materials like silicone oil, emulsions, and softeners for lubrication, coating, and agriculture applications.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Arcotec GmbH |
20.8%
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2 | Fuzhou Topda New Material Co., Ltd |
12.5%
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3 | CHT USA Inc. |
12.5%
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4 | Sinograce Chemical |
10.4%
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5 | TECHSPRAY |
10.4%
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6 | Dampney Company Inc. |
8.3%
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7 | Shin-Etsu Chemical Co., Ltd. |
8.3%
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8 | Momentive Performance Materials Inc. |
8.3%
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9 | DOW |
4.2%
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10 | KISHO Corporation Co.,Ltd |
4.2%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the silicone coating agent page as of November 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America | 4 | 57.1% |
China | 2 | 28.6% |
Japan | 1 | 14.3% |