Silmid Limited

Silmid is a supplier of aerospace and aviation chemicals based in Coleshill, in the West Midlands, United Kingdom. It sells adhesives, lubricants, sealants, silicones, cleaners, coatings, tapes, specialities and non-destructive testing products. Customers order through a business to business online shop.

The company says it has more than 40 years of experience. It works with key suppliers such as PPG Aerospace, Shell Aviation and 3M Aerospace. It can source from over 400 vendors to meet customer needs. The brands in its shop include AeroShell, AkzoNobel, Bonderite, Eastman, Loctite, Nyco, Rocol, Skydrol, Socomore and Arrow Solutions.

The product range is wide. Adhesives include acrylic, epoxy, cyanoacrylate, film and conductive types. Lubricants include greases, hydraulic fluids, anti-seize, dry film and assembly lubricants. Sealants cover fuel tank, firewall, fuselage, access door, gasket and polyurethane uses. Silicone products range from fluids and greases to elastomers, foams and moulding rubbers. Cleaners include degreasers, wipes, contact cleaners and compressor cleaners.

Silmid focuses on small volume orders that are supplied on demand through its website. It adds services such as inventory management, product repackaging, and the packing and shipping of hazardous materials. It offers a repack service and technical support for customers who need help with a product choice.

The company says its customers come first. It aims to build long-term relationships with a professional and high value service. It serves customers in aerospace and aviation around the world.

In March 2021, GracoRoberts bought the company. GracoRoberts is headquartered in Arlington, Texas. It supplies engineered materials to aerospace makers and maintenance providers, composites, electronics and other advanced manufacturing industries.

Services

• Adhesives
• Lubricants
• Sealants
• Silicones
• Cleaners
• Paint and coatings
• Tapes
• Non-destructive testing products
• Product repacking
• Hazardous materials packing and shipping