What is polyvinyl chloride PVC used for?

PVC is a versatile material that offers many possible applications, these include; window frames, drainage pipe, water service pipe, medical devices, blood storage bags, cable and wire insulation, resilient flooring, roofing membranes, stationary, automotive interiors and seat coverings, fashion and footwear, packaging …

What objects are made of PVC?

Some common products often made with PVC include:

• Rigid pipes.
• Wire insulation.
• Residential flooring.
• Commercial flooring.
• Building siding.

What things are made of PVC plastic?

Other uses of PVC include medical tubing, vinyl fencing, railing and decking, PVC window frames, meat/deli wrap, shrink wrap, flexible packaging, blood bags, resilient flooring, vinyl paneling, phonograph records, carpet backing, traffic cones, garden hoses and vinyl gutters.

Is polyvinyl chloride PVC plastic?

Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC or Vinyl) is a high strength thermoplastic material widely used in applications, such as pipes, medical devices, wire and cable insulation…the list is endless. It is the world’s third-most widely produced synthetic plastic polymer.

Why PVC is used in pipe?

As PVC is a low carbon plastic, PVC pipes require less energy and fewer resources to manufacture. Due to their low weight, less energy is used when transported. Moreover, the ultra-smooth surface of PVC pipes reduces pumping costs and energy use, and their leak-free fittings eliminate water loss.

Is polyvinyl chloride a metal?

PVC is a common, strong but lightweight plastic used in construction. It is made softer and more flexible by the addition of plasticizers. If no plasticizers are added, it is known as uPVC (unplasticized polyvinyl chloride) or rigid PVC.

How polyvinyl chloride is made?

The electrolysis of salt water produces chlorine. The chlorine is then combined with ethylene that has been obtained from oil. The resulting element is ethylene dichloride, which is converted at very high temperatures to vinyl chloride monomer. These monomer molecules are polymerized forming polyvinyl chloride resin.

Is polyvinyl chloride safe?

PVC contains dangerous chemical additives including phthalates, lead, cadmium, and/or organotins, which can be toxic to your child’s health. These toxic additives can leach out or evaporate into the air over time, posing unnecessary dangers to children.

Is polyvinyl chloride waterproof?

Household Products. PVC’s affordability, durability and water resistance make it ideal for rain coats, boots and shower curtains.

What is yellow PVC used for?

Yellow, or similar colors such as buff, are not used for any specific purpose. They are available for consumer purchase for any reason.

Is UPVC waterproof?

Nevertheless, uPVC windows and doors are completely resistant to strong tropical rains. The latest technology used by Encraft complying Waterproof Standards BS EN 1027 & BS EN 12208 through its Class 9A (Casement series) & class 4A (Slider series) acts as a shield of protection (waterproof) during monsoons.