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January 8, 2019

Why Do CPVC Pipes Occasionally Fail?

2016 Edition By Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Failure Labs Download PDF Preface CPVC pipes and fittings have been used successfully for

January 8, 2019

Selecting the Best Remediation for Failing CPVC Piping Systems

By Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Failure Labs Download PDF Abstract Chlorinated polyvinylchloride (CPVC) is widely used for many piping systems

January 7, 2019

Predicting Service Life of Plastic Parts Using Accelerated Laboratory Tests

By Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Expert Group, Midland, MI Download PDF Executive Summary Plastic parts undergo both chemical and physical aging

January 7, 2019

Why Do Polycarbonate Windows Sometimes Turn Yellow?

By Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Expert Group Download PDF Executive Summary The primary root cause of rapid discoloration of polycarbonate

January 4, 2019

How “Burst Resistant” Exercise Balls Can Explode Causing Serious Injury

Swiss balls are good for your muscles, but are they safe? Exercise balls are used extensively by people for exercising and rehabilitation and by

January 4, 2019

Common Causes of Failure of AWWA C900 PVC Pipes

Can your plastic pipe fittings handle the pressure? Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) piping is the highest volume of all plastic piping products. Rigid PVC

January 3, 2019

Which Plastic Pipe is More Reliable: PEX or CPVC?

An in-depth comparison of the pros and cons of PEX versus CPVC for plastic piping, plus the different types of PEX CPVC and PEX are the most common

January 3, 2019

Are Plastic Pipes Reliable?

Before 1970, the most commonly used piping for potable water was copper. However, the high cost of copper and the ease of installation of plastic

Fire Sprinkler

January 3, 2019

The Importance of CPVC Fire Sprinkler Piping Inspection

Don’t expect more than you inspect! When properly installed, fire sprinkler systems not only make a commercial or residential building safer for

January 3, 2019

Are Polypropylene Mesh Implants Safe?

Recent problems and failures with PP mesh implants have led to thousands of hernia and surgical mesh lawsuits All products that contain hydrogen

Plastic Bottle

January 3, 2019

The Impact of Plastics on the Environment

Plastics have been around for about 80 years. In that time, they have greatly impacted our lives and provided significant benefits including

December 19, 2018

Redesign of Plastic Pail to Eliminate Failure

Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Expert Group Plastic five-gallon pails, with handles attached, are used extensively. Our client manufactures these pails

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Plastic Molding Defects
Our plastic consultants can help you discover the best process to make your part or product. If you’ve already discovered a defect, we will root out the source of the problem and recommend the best countermeasures and solutions to remedy the issue.
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Plastic Pipe Failure Analysis
Plastic isn’t perfect. CPVC, PEX and PVC pipes and components fail from time to time. Our consultants investigate pipe failure including failure analysis in our state-of-the-art testing laboratory.
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Material Testing
If a single component made from defective material goes into production, the entire product may be compromised. Using cutting edge tools and analysis, our team of expert consultants can prevent product failure, and accurately predict component lifespan based on the proposed application.
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