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Rapid Prototyping
Functional silicone prototypes in a typical 2–3 week turnaround.
Silicone Molding & Manufacturing · Made in the USA
Custom silicone keypads & components, engineered in America.
SiTech manufactures first-surface silicone rubber keypads and components with advanced Liquid Injection Molding — using Dow and Momentive silicones, backed by over 75 years of keypad design and molding expertise, from our facility in Newport News, Virginia.
ISO 9001:2015
ITAR Registered
Made in USADow + Momentive Silicones
Featured on Manufacturing Marvels®
About SiTech
A US silicone manufacturer, not just a supplier.
SiTech is a US-based silicone rubber injection molding manufacturer specializing in high-quality, first-surface silicone keypads, custom parts and over-mold assemblies. We pair a cutting-edge injection molding process with Dow and Momentive silicones and platinum-curing catalysts to produce components that compression molders cannot match.
For more than two decades our team has manufactured entirely at our Newport News, Virginia facility — bringing over 75 years of combined experience in silicone keypad design and molding to medical, defense, aerospace, aviation, marine and industrial customers.
“The customer is and has always been the focus of our business.” SiTech — Newport News, Virginia
Experience
75+
Years of silicone keypad design & molding expertise.
Performance
−75°to400°F
Operating temperature range of our silicone components.
Prototyping
2–3wks
Typical rapid prototyping turnaround before production.
Precision
1ΔE
Color matching consistency to the Pantone system.
Industries we serve
Built for mission-critical applications.
From the flight deck to the operating room, our silicone components perform where reliability is non-negotiable.
Products
Custom silicone keypads & components.
Backlit first-surface keypad · Liquid Injection Molded
First-surface keys
Backlit light windows
Light-blocking barriers
Individually molded keys
Clear/color windows & lenses
Sealed one-piece body
First-surface keys
Backlit light windows
Light-blocking barriers
Individually molded keys
Clear/color windows & lenses
Sealed one-piece body
Insert & over-molding
Seamlessly integrates keys, windows, lenses and other features with proprietary 2- and 3-shot methods.
Backlighting & light pipes
Integrated with custom light-blocking to prevent light leakage between keys.
Sealing & wrap-around designs
Protection from dust, liquids and gases for harsh environments, with the Si Prime adhesive primer system.
One-piece construction
Durable designs that maintain structural integrity, with optimized key travel and actuation force.
Chemical & abrasion coatings
Proprietary chemical barriers and abrasion-resistant coatings extend product life in demanding use.
Decorating
Screen printing
Proprietary silicone inks cross-link bonded to the keypad during curing.
Assembly
Over-mold & PSA
Finished assemblies and pressure-sensitive adhesive installation, in-house.
Molding
Liquid injection
Closed-loop LSR molding for precision, repeatability and clean parts.
Manufacturing capabilities
One partner, from prototype to production.
Every process happens under one roof and one ISO 9001:2015 quality system.
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Liquid Injection Molding
Closed-loop LSR molding for precision, speed and repeatability.
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Insert Molding
Proprietary 2- & 3-shot methods integrating keys, windows and lenses.
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Assembly
Over-mold assemblies and PSA installation, finished in-house.
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Color Matching
Pantone (PMS) matching to a 1 Delta-E variation.
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Decorating
Screen printing with proprietary cross-link-bonded silicone inks.
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Coatings
Si Coat I (abrasion), Si Coat II (chemical) and Si Prime (bonding).
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Laser Marking
Durable legends and graphics, cost-effective for lower volumes.
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Design for Manufacturability
DFM recommendations that optimize your part for efficient production.
Engineering process
How a part comes to life.
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Design for Manufacturability
We review your design and provide DFM recommendations to optimize the part for molding.
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Rapid Prototyping
Functional prototypes are produced in roughly 2–3 weeks so you can validate fit and feel.
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Liquid Injection Molding
Closed-loop LSR systems mold your component with precision and minimal contamination.
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Decorate & Coat
Screen printing, laser marking, color matching and protective coatings are applied.
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Assembly
Over-mold assemblies, PSA installation and finishing are completed in-house.
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Quality Assurance
Tear strength, compression set and abrasion testing under our ISO 9001:2015 QMS.
Made in the USA
Every keypad is printed, cured and inspected by hand.
From our Newport News floor, silicone inks are screen-printed and cross-link bonded during curing — then checked against an ISO 9001:2015 quality system before a single part ships.
Screen-printedProprietary silicone inks
Cross-link bondedDuring the cure
Platinum-curedClosed-loop LSR
100%Inspected in-house
Why SiTech
An engineering partner you can standardize on.
Six reasons OEMs, medical companies and defense contractors trust SiTech with their silicone.
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Advanced LIM technology
Liquid Injection Molding streamlines processes that compression molders simply cannot match.
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Proprietary insert molding
2- and 3-shot insert molding integrates lenses, windows and rigid parts into one component.
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ITAR + ISO 9001:2015
ITAR registered and manufacturing under a certified quality management system.
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Color match to 1 ΔE
Pantone matching with visual and electronic analysis for consistent, repeatable color.
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UL-listed material & tracking
Traceable, UL-listed materials with same-day quote response on new inquiries.
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Built to survive
Reliable from −75°F to 400°F, with resistance to wear, moisture, chemicals and abrasion.
Inside the factory
See how we mold.
A look inside our Newport News facility — and the segment that put SiTech on Manufacturing Marvels®.
Watch the overviewSiTech Corp — Company Overview
Certifications & quality
Quality is documented, not claimed.
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
Every product is manufactured under our certified quality management system, with testing for tear strength, compression set and abrasion resistance.
View declarations of conformity
ITAR Registered
We adhere to strict regulations governing the manufacturing and export of defense-related products.
Made in the USA
A competitive US manufacturer — all molding, decorating, coating and assembly performed at our Virginia facility.
Quality management systemISO 9001:2015
Export complianceITAR Registered
Operating temperature−75°F–400°F
Color matchingPMS · 1 ΔE
Material partnersDow · Momentive
Cure systemPlatinum LSR
Material listingUL Listed & Tracked
Quote responseSame day
Proof, not promises
Trusted where it counts.
Recognized manufacturing
SiTech was featured on Manufacturing Marvels® for precision US silicone molding — trusted with components for demanding OEM programs.
Garmin
Topcon
Resources
Everything engineers need.
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Application Guide
Material properties, design guidance and application data for silicone components.
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Declarations of Conformity
ISO 9001:2015 certificate and compliance documentation.
Glossary
Terminology
A reference for the language of silicone molding and keypad design.
Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
DFM, LIM, coatings, color matching, lifespan and more.
Blog
Insights & News
Backlighting, keypad evolution and manufacturing know-how.
Submit
Send Us Your Files
We accept the formats your team already works in.
.step.sldprt.dwg.dxf.ai.cdr.pdf
Frequently asked questions
Answers from our engineers.
LIM provides high precision in complex designs, reduced cycle times for faster production, lower labor intensity and cost-efficiency in high-volume runs. Closed-loop systems minimize contamination for consistent, repeatable quality.
We use the Pantone Matching System (PMS) for precise color matching, ensuring consistency within a 1 Delta-E variation through both visual and electronic analysis.
The lifespan depends on design and usage — properly designed keypads can last millions of actuations. With the correct actuation force and tactile feel engineered in, a keypad is designed to last the lifetime of the product.
Three coatings: Si Coat I (abrasion-resistant), Si Coat II (chemical-resistant against petroleum and harsh chemicals) and Si Prime (a bonding solution for silicone and acrylic adhesives).
Yes. We offer screen printing and laser marking. Our proprietary silicone inks are cross-link bonded to the keypad during the curing process for durability, with both positive-image and reversed-out graphics available.
SiTech operates under an ISO 9001:2015 certified quality management system. Testing includes tear strength, compression set and abrasion resistance evaluations.
Yes — especially for customers who require rapid prototyping or smaller production runs. Laser marking is a cost-effective decorating method for lower volumes.
Graphic files: .pdf, .cdr, .ai. CAD models: .dwg, .dxf, .step, .sldprt.
Request a quote
Let’s engineer your silicone component.
Send us your drawings or CAD and get a same-day quote response. Prefer to talk it through? Our engineers are a phone call away.
Phone
Fax
757-887-8483
Facility
140 Harwood Drive
Newport News, VA 23603 USA