Silicon Smelters (Pty) Ltd | Witkop Quarry Beyers Neck Rd, Polokwane 0700, Limpopo

Silicones are substances made of oxygen, carbon, silicon and hydrogen atoms used mostly as sealants. Silicones are heat resistant and are rubber-like. Silicone rubber, silicone oil and silicone grease are common forms of silicones. Silicone rubber is often used for sportswear and silicone oil for medical uses. The silicone grease is usually used for food applications. Silicones are used for lubricants, medicine, sealants and cooking utensils. Silicones are also suitable for electrical applications.