Polyvinyl Chloride

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

PVC is a high strength white, brittle solid thermoplastic that is lightweight, durable, low cost, and easy to process. PVC is the world's third most widely produced synthetic polymer (after polyethylene and polypropylene) and comes in two basic forms: rigid and flexible.

The rigid form is used in construction for pipe and profile applications such as doors and windows, plastic bottles, non-food packaging, and plastic cards. The flexible form is used in plumbing, electrical cable insulation, imitation leather, flooring, and signage.

Contains no plasticizer, known as rigid PVC or RPVC. Used for pipes and fittings transporting drinking water and wastewater. Easy to handle, lightweight, affordable, durable, and 100% recyclable due to the absence of plasticizer.

Benefits

High durability, corrosion resistant, 100% recyclable, excellent chemical resistance, low cost

Applications

Pipes & FittingsDrinking water pipelines, wastewater systems, drainage, sewerage
ProfilesWindow frames, door profiles, conservatories, atria

Recycling Code

? Resin Code 3

PVC-U

When PVC undergoes the orientation process, unplasticized PVC is turned into a layered structure which makes it more corrosion resistant. Its hydraulic capacity and durability are high, making it suitable for pressure pipes for irrigation, drinking water, and sewer pumping mains.

Benefits

Higher corrosion resistance, excellent hydraulic capacity, enhanced durability, suitable for high-pressure applications

Applications

Pressure PipesIrrigation systems, drinking water mains, sewer pumping mains

Recycling Code

? Resin Code 3

PVC-O

Manufactured for the transportation of drinking water with excellent corrosion resistant properties. The chlorination process allows it to withstand a broader range of temperatures than standard PVC. Mostly utilized in residential and commercial construction.

Benefits

Excellent temperature resistance, high durability, good dielectric strength, broad operating temperature range

Applications

Hot & Cold WaterResidential and commercial hot/cold water plumbing systems
Industrial PipingChemical processing, industrial liquid handling, fire sprinkler systems

Recycling Code

? Resin Code 3

C-PVC

Automotive & Electronic

Cables, interior door panels and pockets, instrument panels, seat coverings, headlining, seals, mud flaps, sun visors, underbody coating, floor covering, exterior side molding, protective strips, anti-stone damage protection

Construction

Window and door profiles, pipes and fittings, power/telecoms/data cables, cable ducting, ceiling systems, roofing and membranes, soil/rainwater/waste systems, flooring, wall coverings

PVC Applications

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