The main characteristics of EPDM are the following:
– It is an excellent electrical insulator. Internally, the composition of this material prevents the free movement of electrical charges, thus cutting off any flow of current on its surface.
– It is recyclable. Being a thermoplastic, it is a material suitable for reuse. This feature does not apply to thermosets, since once they take their final shape, they cannot be re-melted to be processed again.
– Resistant to various weather conditions. Rain, wind, sun, humidity, all these climatic conditions are supported by EPDM. This particular feature makes it the most widely used sealing material for doors and windows.
– Easy to install. Depending on the application and the shape of the EPDM, it does not require extensive labor during installation. Being a lightweight material, it does not mean a considerable increase in weight in the products where it is used.
– It has a high damping property. Its elasticity and shock absorption capacity make it an ideal material for cushioning impacts. This, along with resistance to adverse weather, would be the most important properties at a commercial level in aluminum doors and windows.