U.S. prices for polyvinyl chloride, the plastic most widely used in construction, are set to rise by 5 cents per lb. in the first two months of 2014. This is a significant price increase in a market that will see producers end the year with a net five-cent increase in their 2013 margins, according to PetroChem Wire’s PVC & Pipe Report.

Plastic pipe joints succeed with smooth chamfered ends allowing proper fit up.

Matco-Norca offers XH Schedule 80 PVC pipe nipples in an array of sizes and long lengths up to 48”.

Charlotte Pipe has created Tech Tools, an app for mobile devices that provides simple on-the-go tools for the plumbing industry.

Consumer goods including plumbing pipe could be significantly affected.
 

North American Specialty Products introduces StraightShot, the industry’s first restrained-joint PVC pipe with a flush joint.

Pres-On introduces an affordable new line of PVC foam tapes designed to seal out light, air, dust and moisture while also providing a reliable cushion against vibrations and noise.

Charlotte Pipe’s large-diameter fabricated fittings are available in sizes 8” through 16”.

CertainTeed secured an industry-first Environmental Product Declaration for its C900 RJ restrained-joint PVC pipe with Certa-Lok technology

Reed Solutions Kit TC2PPDEB1-2SK is ideal for plastic pipe specialists, fire protection and plumbing contractors working with Schedule 40 and 80 PVC, CPVC and PE.