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PROCESS FLOW CHART – SILICONE EXTRUSION

Mixing

Chiller
System Extrusion at 30°c Shape
Formation

Microwave Curing
Fume extractor
Hot Profile 1000 CFM
around controlled by
180°c dumpers
Hot air oven Curing

Heat
Cooling Quenching
tub

SPM (if required)

Puller
Rechecking/
Segregation/
Scrap Winding
IF NOT OK

Inspection
IF OK

Packaging Dispatch
EPDM RUBBER PROFILE FOR ALUMINIUM ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION
Material : Elastomer EDPM Synthetic Rubber

Functions: EPDM profile are extremely durable for


Sealing to ensure, weather tight joints
and provide thermal insulation, for
Façade industry (Curtain walls, Frames,
OEM window seals,Vents, Door seals
EPDM and Sky lights)
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET - EPDM

PROFILE

General Physical Properties as per ASTM C-864


Test
Properties Unit Hardness
Method
Shore
Hardness,Type A durometer,±5 40 50 60 70 80 90 D 2240
A
Compression set, 22 h @ 100°C,
% 35 30 30 30 35 40 D 395
(max.)
Tensile strength, (min.) Mpa 10.3 10.3 11 12.4 12.4 12.4 D412

Elongation at rupture, (min.) % 400 300 250 200 175 125 D412

Heat aging D573 70Hrs @100°C D 573


Shore
Hardness change, (max.) +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 D 573
A
Tensile strength change, (max.) % +15 +15 +15 +15 +15 +15 D 573

Elongation change, (max.) % +40 +40 +40 +40 +40 +40 D 573

D 1149
Ozone resistance, 100 mPa, 100 No No No No No No
- (Specimen
h @ 40°C, 20 % elongation Cracks Cracks Cracks Cracks Cracks Cracks
A)

Tear strength, (min.) kN/m 26.3 26.3 26.3 17.5 17.5 13.1 D 624

Brittleness temperature, (max.) °C -40 -40 -40 -40 -40 -40 D 2137

GRI works continuously at its technical and business approach in order to produce results which
successfully meet the application specifications. The company is constantly improving its
technical expertise, thus continually optimizing operational processes. To ensure that only the
best customer solutions are realized, taking all commercial and technical processes into account.
EPDM RUBBER PROFILE FOR ALUMINIUM ARCHITECTURAL
APPLICATION

EPDM PROFILES
EPDM RUBBER PROFILE FOR ALUMINIUM ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION
Material : Elastomer EDPM Synthetic Rubber

Functions: EPDM profile are extremely durable


for Sealing to ensure, weather tight
joints and provide thermal insulation
for Façade industry (Curtain walls,
EPDM PROFILE Frames, OEM window seals, Vents,
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET - EPDM

Door seals and Sky lights)

General Physical Properties as per DIN 7863


Properties Unit Hardness Test Method

Shore DIN 53 519, Part


Hardness,Type A durometer, (±5) 50 60 70 80 75 85
A 2

Compression set, 22 Hrs @ 100°C DIN 53 517, Part


% 35 35 35 35 35 35
(max.) 1

Compression set, 22 Hrs @ -25°C DIN 53 517, Part


% 60 70 80 90 80 90
(max.) 2

Tensile strength, (min.) Mpa 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 12 12 DIN 53 504

Elongation at rupture, (min.) % 300 200 200 150 175 125 D412

Heat aging( 168 Hrs at 100°C for 50,60,70,80 ) and ( 336 Hrs at 100°C for 75 & 85) Hardness Compounds

Shore
Hardness change, (max.) -5 to +15 -5 to +15 -5 to +10 -5 to +10 0 to +10 0 to +10 DIN 53 508
A

Tensile strength change, (max.) % -25 -25 -25 -25 -15 -15 DIN 53 508

Elongation change, (max.) % -50 -50 -50 -50 -40 -40 DIN 53 508

Low temperature behaviour 168 Hrs @


- +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 DIN 53541
-10°C

Ozone Resistance 20% stretch at 50 DIN 53 509, Part


- 0 0 0 0 0 0
pphm for 96 Hrs at 40°C 1

GRI works continuously at its technical and business approach in order to produce results
which successfully meet the application specifications. The company is constantly improving
its technical expertise, thus continually optimizing operational processes. To ensure that only
the best customer solutions are realized, taking all commercial and technical processes into
account.
EPDM RUBBER PROFILE FOR ALUMINIUM ARCHITECTURAL
APPLICATION

EPDM PROFILES
EPDM RUBBER PROFILE FOR ALUMINIUM ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION
Material : Elastomer EDPM Synthetic Rubber

Functions: EPDM profile are extremely durable for


Sealing to ensure, weather tight joints and
provide thermal insulation for Façade
industry (Curtain walls, Frames, OEM
window seals,Vents, Door seals and Sky
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET - EPDM

lights)
EPDM
PROFILE

General Physical Properties as per BS 4255

PROPERTIES SPECIFICATIONS TEST METHOD

Hardness (Shore A) 70 ± 5 BS 903, Part A26


Tensile Strength (MPa) 10.5 Min. BS 903, Part A2

Elongation @ Break % 200 Min. BS 903, Part A2


Change in properties after Heat Ageing

Hardness Change 0 to + 10 BS 903, Part A26


Tensile Change % 15 Max. BS 903, Part A2
Elongation Change % 40 Max. BS 903, Part A2

Compression Set - 22 Hours at 100° C 25 % Max. BS 903, Part A6

Environmental

Maximum Working Temperature 140°C

Minimum Working Temperature -40°C

Ozone Resistance 20% Stretch 40° C 100 PPM 96 No cracks BS 903, Part A43
Hrs.

GRI works continuously at its technical and business approach in order to produce results which
successfully meet the application specifications. The company is constantly improving its
technical expertise, thus continually optimizing operational processes. To ensure that only the
best customer solutions are realized, taking all commercial and technical processes into account.
SILICONE COMPATIBLE EPDM RUBBER PROFILE FOR ALUMINIUM
Material: Silicone Compatible EPDM Rubber-
Peroxide cured

Functions: Silicone Compatible EPDM profile

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET – EPDM COMPATIBLE


have a very good adhesion to all
kinds of silicone sealants. This
SILICONE
material is extremely durable for
COMPATIBLE
EPDM Sealing where the rubber profile
PROFILE is in contact with the silicone sealant
SILICONE SEALANT
and will ensure weather tightness
GLASS
General Physical Properties as per DIN 7863
Properties Unit Hardness Test Method

Shore DIN 53 519, Part


Hardness,Type A durometer, (±5) 50 60 70 80 75 85
A 2

Compression set, 22 Hrs @ 100°C DIN 53 517, Part


% 35 35 35 35 35 35
(max.) 1

Compression set, 22 Hrs @ -25°C DIN 53 517, Part


% 60 70 80 90 80 90
(max.) 2

Tensile strength, (min.) Mpa 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 12 12 DIN 53 504

Elongation at rupture, (min.) % 300 200 200 150 175 125 D412

Heat aging( 168 Hrs at 100°C for 50,60,70,80 ) and ( 336 Hrs at 100°C for 75 & 85) Hardness Compounds

Shore
Hardness change, (max.) -5 to +15 -5 to +15 -5 to +10 -5 to +10 0 to +10 0 to +10 DIN 53 508
A

Tensile strength change, (max.) % -25 -25 -25 -25 -15 -15 DIN 53 508

Elongation change, (max.) % -50 -50 -50 -50 -40 -40 DIN 53 508

Low temperature behaviour 168 Hrs @


- +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 +10 DIN 53541
-10°C

Ozone Resistance 20% stretch at 50 DIN 53 509, Part


- 0 0 0 0 0 0
pphm for 96 Hrs at 40°C 1

GRI works continuously at its technical and business approach in order to produce results which
successfully meet the application specifications. The company is constantly improving its
technical expertise, thus continually optimizing operational processes. To ensure that only the
best customer solutions are realized, taking all commercial and technical processes into account.
SILICONE RUBBER PROFILE FOR ALUMINIUM ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION
Material: Elastomer Silicone Rubber

Functions: Silicone Rubber profile are extremely


durable for Sealing to ensure, weather
tight joints and provide excellent
adhesion to all kinds of silicone

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET - SILICONE


sealant, for Façade industry(Curtain
walls, Frames, OEM window seals,
GLASS SILICONE SILICONE Vents, Door seals and Sky Lights).
PROFILE SEALANT
General Physical Properties as per ASTM C-1115
Properties Unit Hardness Test Method
- A A A A A A A D 2137
Shore
Hardness,Type A durometer,±5 30 40 50 60 70 80 85 D 2240
A
Compression set, 22 Hrs @ 100°C (max.) % 15 15 15 15 15 20 25 D 395
Tensile strength, (min.) Mpa 5 5 5 5 5 5 5 D412
Elongation at break, (min.) % 350 300 250 200 125 100 60 D412
Tear strength, (min.) kN/m 9 9 9 9 9 9 7 D 624
Heat aging 70 Hrs at 150°C
Shore
Hardness change, (max.) ±5 ±5 ±5 ±5 ±5 ±5 ±5 D 573
A
Tensile strength change, (max.) % ± 15 ± 15 ± 15 ± 15 ± 15 ± 15 ± 15 D 573
Elongation change, (max.) % ± 30 ± 30 ± 30 ± 30 ± 30 ± 30 ± 30 D 573
D 1149
Ozone resistance - B B B B B B B
(Specimen A)
Specific gravity - D D D D D D D D 792
Minimum Working Temperature (°C) -20 -20 -20 -15
Maximum Working Temperature (°C) 180 180 180 150
Staining - E E E E E E E D 925
Color - F F F F F F F -
C : If Class F-Resistance to
B : No cracks at 7×
A: No failure flame propagation is required
magnification
DWithin± 0.05 of qualified
compoun
E : As specified by
D : Within± 0.05 of qualified compound F : As specified by purchaser
purchaser

GRI works continuously at its technical and business approach in order to produce results which
successfully meet the application specifications. The company is constantly improving its
technical expertise, thus continually optimizing operational processes. To ensure that only the
best customer solutions are realized, taking all commercial and technical processes into account.
SILICONE RUBBER PROFILE FOR ALUMINIUM ARCHITECTURAL
APPLICATION
SILICONE PROFILES
EPDM SETTING BLOCKS

Material: Elastomer EPDM Synthetic Rubber

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET – EPDM SETTING BLOCK


Functions: Setting blocks and Hard Profiles

SETTING BLOCK

General Physical Properties as per ASTM C-864

PROPERTIES SPECIFICATIONS SPECIFICATIONS TEST METHOD

Hardness (Shore A) 80  5 90  5 ASTM D2240

Tensile Strength (MPa) 12.4 Min. 12.4 Min. ASTM D412

Elongation @ Break % 175Min. 125Min. ASTM D412

Tear Strength 17.5 13.1 ASTM D624

Hardness Change After Heat Aging +10 +10 ASTM D573

Change in tensile strength 15 Max 15 Max ASTM D573

Elongation Change % After Heat


40 Max. 40 Max. ASTM D573
Aging
Compression Set - 22 Hours at 100 C 35% Max. 40 % Max. ASTM D395

Environmental

No cracks ASTM
Ozone Resistance 20% Stretch 40 C 100 PPM 96 Hrs.
D1149

GRI works continuously at its technical and business approach in order to produce results which
successfully meet the application specifications. The company is constantly improving its
technical expertise, thus continually optimizing operational processes. To ensure that only the
best customer solutions are realized, taking all commercial and technical processes into account.
EPDM /SILICONE SETTING BLOCKS
SILICONE PROFILES
SILICONE SETTING BLOCKS

TECHNICAL DATA SHEET – SILICONE SETTING BLOCK


Material : Silicone Rubber

Functions : Setting blocks and Hard Profiles

SILICONE SETTING BLOCK

General Physical Properties as per ASTM C-1115

PROPERTIES SPECIFICATIONS TEST METHOD

Hardness (Shore A) 80  5 ASTM D2240

Tensile Strength (MPa) 5.0Min. ASTM D412

Elongation Break % 100Min. ASTM D412

Tear Strength 9.0 Min ASTM D 624

Hardness Change After Heat Aging ±5 ASTM D573

Elongation Change % After Heat Aging ±30 ASTM D573

Change in tensile strength ±15 ASTM D 573

Compression Set - 22 Hours at 70 C 15 % Max. ASTM D395

Ozone Resistance 20% Stretch 40 C 100


No cracks ASTM D1149
PPM 96 Hrs.

GRI works continuously at its technical and business approach in order to produce results which
successfully meet the application specifications. The company is constantly improving its
technical expertise, thus continually optimizing operational processes. To ensure that only the
best customer solutions are realized, taking all commercial and technical processes into account.
FIRE RETARDANT EPDM RUBBER PROFILE FOR ARCHITECTURAL APPLICATION
Material : Fire Retardant EPDM Rubber
TECHNICAL DATA SHEET – EPDM FIRE RETARDANT

Functions : GRI EPDM profile has an excellent fire retardant


properties. When it comes in contact with fire, it
starts burning, once it is out of the source the fire
immediately stop. It also has a quality of preventing
smoke while burning or when removed from the
source. This material is extremely durable for curtain
walls, aluminium doors and windows.

General Physical Properties as per EN 13501-1


PROPERTIES SPECIFICATIONS TEST METHOD

Hardness (Shore A) 70 ± 5 DIN 53 519, Part-2

Tensile Strength (MPa) 7.0 Min. EN 12311-2


Elongation @ Break % 300 Min. EN 12311-2
Durability-UV exposure pass EN 1297
Tear Resistance 40N EN 12310-2
Ozone Resistance 20% Stretch 40° C 50
No cracks DIN 53 509,Part-1
PPM 96 Hrs.
Fire Rating

Flame Spread Index (FSI) 55 ASTM E84

Smoke Developed Index (SDI) 120 ASTM E84


Limiting Oxygen Index (LOI) 30% ISO 4589-2
Glow Wire Test 850°C ASTM

External fire performance Low flammability EN 13501-5 Class B

GRI works continuously at its technical and business approach in order to produce results which
successfully meet the application specifications. The company is constantly improving its
technical expertise, thus continually optimizing operational processes. To ensure that only the
best customer solutions are realized, taking all commercial and technical processes into account.

Common questions

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EPDM profiles must withstand a temperature range from -40°C to 140°C, ozone exposure with no cracks under specific stretches, and a durability to UV exposure . These conditions indicate a broad environmental resilience, making EPDM suitable for outdoor, temperature-variable applications like curtain wall seals, window frames, and other façade elements where they provide durability against the elements.

EPDM profiles offer a hardness range (Shore A) from 40 to 90, which corresponds to decreasing elongation at break from 400% to 125% . In contrast, silicone profiles exhibit a hardness from 30 to 85 with elongation at break from 350% to 60% . The trade-off indicates that increased hardness generally reduces flexibility, impacting the application's choice based on whether rigidity or adaptability is prioritized in the sealing needs.

The tensile strength of EPDM rubber profiles according to ASTM D412 standard is a minimum of 10.3 to 12.4 Mpa, depending on the hardness . In contrast, the DIN 53 504 standard specifies a minimum tensile strength of 7.5 Mpa for certain hardness ranges . This suggests ASTM D412 has a higher tensile strength requirement compared to DIN 53 504.

The elongation at break for silicone rubbers as per ASTM D412 is a minimum of 350% to 60% depending on the hardness , while DIN 53 504 lists 300% to 125% for EPDM profiles . This implies ASTM requirements for silicone may accommodate more flexible applications, whereas DIN provides guidelines for less elongation without compromising durability.

Compression set measures the material's ability to retain elastomeric properties after prolonged compressive stresses, which is critical for sealing effectiveness. For EPDM, standards like ASTM D395 specify a maximum of 35-40% after heat exposure , while silicone profiles have lower limits of 15-25% . This suggests EPDM may be suited for moderate deformative stresses over time, while silicone's lower sets imply suitability for higher precision, consistent sealing needs in dynamic architectural applications.

The requirement for EPDM profiles to show no cracks after ozone resistance testing (20% stretch at certain conditions for both ASTM and DIN standards) indicates their intended use in outdoor applications where ozone exposure is likely. Maintaining structural integrity under such conditions is essential for applications like sealing in façades and window frames .

Under ASTM D573, EPDM profiles experience a maximum change in hardness of +10 Shore A, tensile strength of +15%, and elongation of +40% after heat aging at 100°C for 70 hours . Conversely, DIN 53 508 prescribes a range of hardness change from -5 to +15 Shore A, tensile strength change of -25%, and elongation change of -50% for a longer period of 168 hours . This suggests that DIN might be more stringent, testing over a longer duration, potentially impacting real-world durability predictions.

GRI's commitment to technical improvement and continually optimizing processes likely enhances the quality of EPDM products by ensuring timely usage of advanced manufacturing techniques, adapting to new material standards, and improving precision in production. This ensures their products not only meet current application specifications but also anticipate future requirements, leading to increased reliability and performance in applications .

EPDM profiles exhibit UV resistance, passing EN 1297 durability tests, and have considerable fire resistance properties with a Flame Spread Index of 55 and Smoke Developed Index of 120 as per ASTM E84 . These properties contribute to long-term stability and reduced flammability, enhancing safety by preventing rapid spread of fire and smoke in architectural settings like curtain walls and windows.

Microwave curing and hot air oven curing are both used to vulcanize EPDM profiles. Microwave curing offers uniform heating and faster processing times, which might enhance material properties like tensile strength and elasticity by reducing thermal gradient impacts . Meanwhile, hot air oven curing provides consistent heat application that's suitable for larger volume productions but may lead to non-uniformity in thicker profiles. The choice of process often balances between efficiency and uniformity.

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