The application of silicone in table tennis has gone from “behind the scenes” to “Mr. Key”, which is reflected in the three major links of venue, equipment and maintenance.


First, site innovation.Silicone-modified polyurethane-silicon PU is currently the preferred surface layer for high-end indoor table tennis venues.It adopts a three-layer structure of "upper hard and lower elastic": the elastic layer cushions the impact on the ankle and knee during an emergency stop, the reinforcing layer converts the deformation potential energy into uniform rebound, and the surface layer uses slightly rough silicone resin particles to provide just the right coefficient of friction. The rebound rate of the sphere is stable at more than 90%, which not only retains the delicate foot feeling of the wooden floor, but also overcomes the defects of the wooden floor that are easy to slip and crack.Silicon PU can be directly paved on cement or asphalt foundations, and the construction is fast. It will not change color for eight years and will not change elasticity for ten years to meet the needs of all-weather training and competitions.


The second is to increase the efficiency of equipment.Silicone oil-based viscosity enhancers are widely used in the maintenance of anti-glue and positive glue sets.Its low surface tension and super permeability can form a uniform film between the sponge and the rubber, restore and enhance the viscosity without adding additional weight, so that the player “bites” the ball deeper and the arc is more curved when it bursts near the stage, and it avoids the swelling and corrosion of the sponge by traditional organic glue.At the same time, the silicone coating is also used as a non-slip sleeve for the handle of the table tennis racket, which can still provide a reliable grip in a humid and sweaty environment and reduce unnecessary mistakes.


The third is maintenance and upgrade.During the game, the staff used silicon-containing quick-drying cleaners to wipe the countertops. The hydrophobic and antistatic properties of silicone were used to instantly take away sweat stains and dust, forming an invisible protective film, so that the table always maintains consistent friction and bounce throughout the game, ensuring that the players' skills and tactics are not disturbed by environmental factors.


From the floor to the racket, to the maintenance of the venue, silicone is using the role of “material black technology” to bring a more professional, safer and more durable competitive experience to table tennis.