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Against the global backdrop of advancing green manufacturing and the circular economy, the environmental friendliness and full lifecycle performance of materials are receiving increasing attention. Fluorosilicone rubber product series, leveraging their long service life, resistance to degradation, and contributions to energy efficiency, are becoming a vital material choice for supporting various industries in achieving energy conservation, emission reduction, and sustainable development goals.
In the industrial manufacturing sector, improving equipment energy efficiency and reducing unplanned downtime are key. Seals made from low-compression-set fluorosilicone rubber exhibit minimal deformation under prolonged pressure, significantly reducing energy leakage and maintenance frequency caused by seal failure, directly contributing to energy saving and consumption reduction. High-temperature and corrosion-resistant components manufactured from materials like fluorosilicone millable gum, with their exceptionally long service life, decrease waste generated from part replacements, supporting resource conservation at the source.
Fluorosilicone materials also play a specific role in the energy transition. For instance, fluorosilicone potting compounds used for wind turbine winding insulation, and addition-cure liquid fluorosilicone employed for sealing in electrolyzer systems for hydrogen production, must remain stable for decades in harsh chemical and electrical environments, ensuring the safe and long-term operation of clean energy equipment. Fluorosilicone oils, serving as efficient heat transfer media or lubricants, also help improve the overall efficiency of energy systems.
Furthermore, the environmental attributes of the materials themselves are being enhanced. Newer products like room-temperature curing (RTV) liquid fluorosilicone strive to reduce volatile organic compound (VOC) content, with some formulations exploring more environmentally friendly catalysts and raw materials. The exceptional durability of phenyl series products (such as hydroxy phenyl silicone rubber) significantly lowers the lifecycle environmental cost in infrastructure projects requiring long-term maintenance.
Looking forward, with tightening environmental regulations and the growing prevalence of carbon footprint tracking, material recyclability and low-carbon production processes will become key R&D directions. Through continuous innovation, the fluorosilicone rubber industry is not only providing high-performance solutions but also actively responding to the global pursuit of a greener, more sustainable future.