The All Season Wiper

	"Silicone is naturally unaffected by ozone, ultraviolet, acid rain, age and even temperatures to 400°F. It is one of the toughest materials on earth when it comes to resisting the aging effects of weather. Unlike normal rubber, silicone rubber lasts for years. The first use of silicone rubber was on search light gaskets on battleships during World War II. Silicone rubber was on the soles of the boots used for the first moon landing in 1969.
	Silicone is unaffected by extreme cold to -80°F. In addition silicone is a natural water & ice repellent which reduces snow and ice buildup. That’s why most aerospace rubber products are made from silicone.
	Ultra® Silblade is specially formulated to deposit a "molecular matrix" that causes water to bead up on contact with the windshield. The result is an improved view of the road ahead. In addition, the same features that cause the water to bead up also help keep ice and snow from adhering to the glass. The best part is no routine applications of chemical treatments are necessary to maintain the beading effect. It will last for a lifetime of the windshield wipers."

(taken from theSilBlade Website)