Silicone solutions from Dow Corning to minimise squeak and rattle in automobiles

Innovative silicone-based coatings and lubricants from Dow Corning Corporation are helping to make daily car commute a lot quieter. These anti-friction coatings and lubricants for the automotive industry offer maintenance-free, permanent lubrication for interior surfaces with low speed and oscillating movements. Anti-friction coatings work by minimising the 'squeak and rattle' effect caused in vehicles when interior moving parts rub against each other intermittently, thus greatly reducing the interior noise levels and making your ride more comfortable.

In pistons and piston rings, these coatings minimise noise, provide scuffing resistance and improve gas mileage. In addition they help in minimising emissions. Coatings applied onto the camshaft and tappets provide increased performance and reduced wear during engine run-in and cold starts.