Dow Corning Corp.

Construction Solutions from a Global Leader

For new construction or renovation, silicone construction materials and technical support from Dow Corning can help you create an envelope of strength and protection from the roof to the pavement.

With over 60 years of global industry experience, Dow Corning is a world leader in the creation of innovative materials and systems based on proven silicone technology. In addition to the broad line of high-performance silicone sealants, adhesives and weatherproof coatings for new construction and renovation applications, Dow Corning offers:

Innovative solutions – Architects and builders count on our continuing innovations, such as impact-resistant protective glazing and improved seismic protection, and our new fast-turnaround, custom-matched sealant colors.

Technical expertise, service and support – Technical resources and expertise of the world's largest silicone producer are available from construction materials specialists at state-of-the-art technical service centers around the world to ensure you and your customers get exactly what you need, when and where you need it.

Reliable supply – Dow Corning's global presence provides a dependable, consistent supply of our silicone construction materials worldwide. In addition to a large network of distributors, we have 41 manufacturing and warehousing sites around the globe.

Proven Silicone Products for Your Buildings

Look to trusted Dow Corning^® brand construction sealants for the advantages of silicone.

• Virtually unaffected by sunlight, ozone, rain, snow or temperature extremes
• Remain flexible and maintain adhesion, even while being stretched or compressed
• Resist cracks, splits or tears
• Apply easily over a wide temperature range

With urethane joint sealants and acrylic coatings, you can expect premature and costly renovations. Silicone materials from Dow Corning provide the proven, long-life durability you need for your building projects.

Structural Silicone Glazing – High-performance structural silicone glazing products from Dow Corning enable almost unlimited creativity and design potential to enhance the aesthetic appeal of commercial buildings, giving architects and designers a tool to create some of the world's most distinctive and beautiful buildings. This effective, proven and economical technology produces striking results while providing outstanding movement capability and excellent durability.

Weathersealing – Silicone weathersealing products from Dow Corning can help you create a durable, protective envelope around your construction projects. The life expectancy ofDow Corningsilicone sealants is typically three times longer than organic materials in the same applications. Rely on silicone weatherproofing materials to minimize nature's toll on your building projects.

Service and Support Ensure Your Project Success

Superior Construction Project Support

Dow Corning Construction brings you a superior level of expertise and technical resources, including state-of-the-art construction testing laboratories.

• Adhesion, compatibility and stain testing and analytical services
• Bid specifications, blueprint review and building specification review and revision
• Construction mock-up program and custom designs
• Sealant application training

Dow Corning Warranty Programs

Combine the commitment of the world leader in silicone technology with the proven, long-life performance of silicone construction materials and it is not surprising that Dow Corning offers project-specific product warranties much longer than those typically offered by non-silicone competitors.

• Structural Adhesion Limited Warranty – 20-year Limited Warranty
• Weatherseal Limited Warranty – 20-year Limited Warranty
• Other project-specific limited warranties

Your Construction Ally

More than a silicone supplier, Dow Corning is your construction materials partner. We can supply the application technology, services and tailored support you need to:

• Solve unique structural glazing and weatherproofing challenges
• Improve your productivity and reduce material waste
• Extend building life
• Reduce building lifecycle costs
• Achieve design freedom

With your building design and construction expertise and our silicone technology expertise, we can innovate the next generation of building projects.

Dow Corning at a Glance

Dow Corning provides performance-enhancing solutions to serve the diverse needs of more than 25,000 customers worldwide. A global leader in silicones, silicon-based technology and innovation, Dow Corning offers more than 7,000 products and services via the company's Dow Corning^® and XIAMETER^® brands. Dow Corning is a joint venture equally owned by The Dow Chemical Company and Corning, Incorporated. More than half of Dow Corning's annual sales are outside the United States.

Dow Corning Corporation
World Headquarters
+1 989 496 6000
Toll-free: +1 800 322 8723
Website: dowcorning.com/construction