Vinyl thermoplastics

Vinyl thermoplastics

PVC, or polyvinyl chloride, is a thermoplastic widely used in various industries, such as construction, sanitation, and medicine, due to its chemical resistance, durability, and thermal and electrical insulation properties.
 

Composition and Manufacturing

• • • • PVC is a polymer composed of chlorine (derived from sea salt) and ethylene (derived from petroleum).
      • The manufacturing process involves the polymerization of the vinyl chloride monomer, creating long molecular chains.
      • PVC resin powder is mixed with additives to be processed into various forms.

Common Applications

• • • • Construction: pipes, fittings, door and window profiles, furniture profiles, electrical wires and cables, roofing, and coatings.
      • Infrastructure: water and gas pipelines.
      • Medical Industry: blood and serum bags, tubes, catheters, and gloves.
      • Visual Communication: signage and billboards.

Properties

• • • • Resistance: has good chemical, mechanical, and impact resistance, and is self-extinguishing (does not propagate fire).
      • Durability: long service life, especially in construction, and resists weathering.
      • Versatility: can be processed into different forms and is easy to maintain, and is also recyclable.
      • Insulation: provides good thermal and electrical insulation.

Adplast markets the following line of additives for PVC processing: