Handling Plastic Pipe: Five Things to Know to Ensure Reliability and Performance

From knowing water compatibility to how temperature, pressure and velocity react to different plastic piping systems will ensure a successful install.

Handling Plastic Pipe: Five Things to Know to Ensure Reliability and Performance

  A plumber uses CPVC pipe during a residential plumbing installation. Plastic piping systems can use many different materials, which can impact the installation, performance and longevity of the system. (Photo courtesy Lubrizol Advanced Materials Inc.)

Plastic piping systems use many different materials, and those differences can impact the installation, performance and longevity of the system. Here are some do’s and don’ts to keep top of mind when selecting and working with plastic piping systems.

DON’T: Take water...

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