General Silicones
General Silicones (GS), a company that has supplied silicone products worldwide for over 50 years, is excited to announce a significant partnership with a Latvian activewear startup called Phystep. Using GS’s advanced Compo-SiL® silicone rubber technology, Phystep is reimagining the concept of sportswear.
Phystep has ingeniously incorporated kinesiology into its activewear using custom-made silicone elastic film, all thanks to the revolutionary Compo-SiL® adhesion technology. This innovative approach gives athletes a remarkable advantage, increasing calorie burn by 20% with each movement, whether it’s running or stretching in their leggings.
The Compo-SiL® SR series of silicone combines resilience, stretchability, and skin-friendliness in a durable material that maintains its shape and elasticity even after extended use and multiple washes.
Agris Muskars, the founder of Phystep, expressed, “We’ve tested many materials, but only the Compo-SiL® SR series provided the essential qualities of shape retention and skin-friendliness that make it stand out in our industry.”
The SR series is not limited to sportswear. It’s ideal for both medical and athletic applications, making it the preferred choice for companies looking to enhance their products with kinesiology taping or elastic therapeutic tape. Its versatility makes it suitable for various end-products, from medical and sports protective gear to compression garments and supportive apparel, like leggings and joint supports.
Phystep’s pioneering application demonstrates the extensive flexibility of Compo-SiL® technology. In addition to its current utility, Compo-SiL® sheets can be improved to include various additional features, such as antibacterial and antiviral properties, flame resistance, and anti-slip characteristics. GS encourages forward-thinking product managers in various industries to seize this opportunity for innovation and diversification through Compo-SiL®.
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