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Vinyl (Poly Vinyl Chloride) in Automotive Applications

Vinyl has many uses in cars and is used for several reasons. This article covers some of its uses.

5 Aug 2021

Vinyl (Poly Vinyl Chloride) in Electrical Applications

Vinyl has been used in electrical applications for over 50 years. Factors contributing to its popularity include fire performance, economical choice, durability and versatilty. Applications range from conduit to consumer electrical goods to computers to communication devices.

26 Oct 2001

Vinyl (Poly Vinyl Chloride) in Medical Applications

Vinyl is the most widely used medical polymer in use today. Several properties including flexibility, durability, compatibility, sterilisability and low cost contribute to its use in applications such as blood bags, examination gloves, dialysis equipment, mouthpieces etc.

26 Oct 2001

Vinyl Misconceptions

Despite its wide acceptance, vinyl is a somewhat misunderstood material. Some of the misconceptions associated with vinyl are dealt with.

26 Oct 2001

Vinyl: 10 Key Facts

Some interesting facts on vinyl such as where it is used, where it comes from, production efficiency, incineration and emissions, recycling, additives, dioxin production, fire performance and regulations.

26 Oct 2001

Vinyl - Benefits and Safety

The simple answer to the question "is vinyl safe?" is yes. It even has medical applications. Scientists have also failed to find a link between vinyl chloride and human illnesses such as liver cancer.

26 Oct 2001

Vinyl (Poly Vinyl Chloride) and Dioxins

Dioxins are a family of chemicals often formed by the combustion of chlorine containing materials. Although global dioxin levels have declined since the 70's, PVC production has increased.

26 Oct 2001

Vinyl (Poly Vinyl Chloride) in Construction

Vinyl is used in many aspects of building and construction due to its durability, ease of construction and cost effectiveness and flame resistant properties.

26 Oct 2001

An Introduction to Vinyl

A complete overview on vinyl including history, what it is, where it comes from, environmental issues, health aspects, dioxin emissions, additives, plasticisers, stabilisers, properties and applications.

25 Oct 2001

Solid State Joining Techniques

Solid state joining processes are alternatives to fusion welding and can be applied to polymers as well as metals. They usually involve the use of heat and pressure to join parts. Heat may be generated by friction or electric resistance.

From Thompson Friction Welding 23 Oct 2001

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Vinyl (Poly Vinyl Chloride) in Automotive Applications

Vinyl (Poly Vinyl Chloride) in Electrical Applications

Vinyl (Poly Vinyl Chloride) in Medical Applications

Vinyl Misconceptions

Vinyl: 10 Key Facts

Vinyl - Benefits and Safety

Vinyl (Poly Vinyl Chloride) and Dioxins

Vinyl (Poly Vinyl Chloride) in Construction

An Introduction to Vinyl

Solid State Joining Techniques

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