Wacker Chemical Corporation SILMIX is a worldwide leader in the development of silicone compounds in all colors and durometers. The head chemist at SILMIX has over 25 years of experience in compounding for applications such as military and automotive exhaust hangers. As a part of Wacker Chemical Corporation, the SILMIX facility has access to development laboratories in Michigan and Germany and access to the latest in global developments for silicone elastomers.