Scope of Applications for PVC Water Pipes and Fittings

Polyvinyl chloride or PVC is one of the most versatile materials used for plastic water pipes and plastic water pipe fittings, with a wide range of applications. Its properties such as rust and corrosion resistance, higher durability, flexibility and ease of fitting give it significant advantage over metals and materials such as steel and clay, which is why it has been used for manufacturing PVC pipes for water supply and other applications. The scope of applications for PVC pipes and PVC water pipe fittings is extensive, which can be harnessed for modern infrastructure needs. Let us take a look at some of these applications:

1.PVC water pipes and fittings can withstand high pressure of water flow, which makes it extremely suitable for the supply of drinking water to homes and other establishments. The long term resistance of PVC pipes to high water pressure is what has made them the preferred choice of construction contractors and builders.

2.PVC pipes can be used for the evacuation of runoffs from rain and storms and also for soil and other liquid waste. These pipes are usually of reduced diameter and function without the need for pressure, facilitating the flow through their smooth inner bores which are not corroded by the action of chemicals or other alkalis and acids in the waste.

3.Pipes and fittings for the collection of sewage and underground drainage are also fashioned from PVC as these pipes require smooth flow without the action of pressure. Pipes for sewage collection and underground drainage are usually laid out horizontally and have larger diameters.

4.For above ground collection and drainage of rainwater and storm runoffs, PVC pipes and fittings may be employed. PVC pipes for this purpose may be designed as both gutters and downpipes. PVC pipes may also be laid out for underground rainwater collection into storage tanks.

5.PVC water pipes and fittings also find use in industrial applications, in manufacturing and production across sectors, with the food and beverage industry being the most common.

6.In fire management systems and fire sprinklers too, PVC pipes find usage. Their resistance to corrosion and ability to withstand high pressure water flow makes them highly suited for firefighting operations.

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