Summary: Plastic Pipe Deterioration Mechanisms
Research by Clemson’s Seyed M. Yadollahi and Kalyan R. Piratla presents a comprehensive review of deterioration mechanisms affecting plastic piping used for building plumbing applications.
Investigating Plumbing Failures
Plumbing failures account for a notable share of claims. Insurers often use forensid engineers to help find parties responsible for the failure…
Research Shows Risks of Plastic Pipes in Fires
Recent fire testing from the Copper Sustainability Partnership (CuSP) reinforces our findings that combustible plastic plumbing materials pose significant risks in fire conditions.
Burning PVC Pipes Emit Toxic Chemicals
Independent testing confirms burning PVC pipes release dangerous levels of toxic gases that can exceed safety limits within minutes. The results support reevaluation of building codes, material selection, and fire safety regulations.
Article Chastises Plastic Pipe Industry for “Blatant Misrepresentation”
A recent article published by Poly Pipe News examines how plastic-pipe manufacturers manipulated industry perceptions of safety and reliability through “blatant misrepresentation.”
EPA Targets Toxic Chemical in PVC Pipes
EPA Targets Toxic Chemical in PVC Pipes The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a ruling targeting diisononyl phthalate (DINP), a chemical widely used as a plasticizer in products like polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes. This decision should change how materials used in plumbing systems are regulated, with significant implications for health, environmental safety, and construction practices. […]
Report: Issues for Plumbing in Plenum Spaces
This report explores issues building professionals must address when specifying piping materials for plenum spaces, including fire safety, air quality, mechanical durability, sustainability, & long-term financial /legal considerations.
Webinar: Piping in Plenum Spaces
Using research, case examples, & industry data, this webinar explores issues building professionals must address when specifying piping materials for plenum spaces, including fire safety, air quality, mechanical durability, sustainability, and long-term financial and legal considerations.
Report: Value Engineering in Plumbing Systems
This report reveals critical factors that architects, engineers, & contractors must evaluate when considering value engineering of plumbing systems. Using research, industry data, & case examples, they explain the factors design & construction teams should use to select pipe materials that will perform safely and reliably.
Webinar: Value Engineering in Plumbing Systems
Using research, case examples, & industry data, this webinar explains how design & construction teams should balance cost & performance for plumbing systems.