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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...
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Selecting the Best Remediation for Failing CPVC Piping Systems
Plastic Expert: Jan 8, 2019
By Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Failure Labs Download PDF Abstract Chlorinated polyvinylchloride (CPVC) is widely used for...
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Common Causes of Failure of AWWA C900 PVC Pipes
Plastic Expert: Jan 4, 2019
Can your plastic pipe fittings handle the pressure? Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) piping is the highest volume of all...
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Which Plastic Pipe is More Reliable: PEX or CPVC?
Plastic Expert: Jan 3, 2019
An in-depth comparison of the pros and cons of PEX versus CPVC for plastic piping, plus the different types of PEX CPVC...
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Are Plastic Pipes Reliable?
Plastic Expert: Jan 3, 2019
Before 1970, the most commonly used piping for potable water was copper. However, the high cost of copper and the ease...
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The Importance of CPVC Fire Sprinkler Piping Inspection
Plastic Expert: Jan 3, 2019
Don’t expect more than you inspect! When properly installed, fire sprinkler systems not only make a commercial or...
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Common Causes of Plastic Failure
Plastic Expert: Feb 20, 2019
What causes plastic parts to fail, leading to property damage or serious injury/death? Every year, Plastic Expert Group...
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Forensic Failure Analysis of Plastic Parts
Plastic Expert: Feb 12, 2019
Our 4-step process for how we determine the root cause of plastic failure More parts are manufactured using plastics...
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How “Burst Resistant” Exercise Balls Can Explode Causing Serious Injury
Plastic Expert: Jan 4, 2019
Swiss balls are good for your muscles, but are they safe? Exercise balls are used extensively by people for exercising...
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Are Polypropylene Mesh Implants Safe?
Plastic Expert: Jan 3, 2019
Recent problems and failures with PP mesh implants have led to thousands of hernia and surgical mesh lawsuits All...
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Why Do Polycarbonate Windows Sometimes Turn Yellow?
Plastic Expert: Jan 7, 2019
By Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Expert Group Download PDF Executive Summary The primary root cause of rapid discoloration...
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The Impact of Plastics on the Environment
Plastic Expert: Jan 3, 2019
Plastics have been around for about 80 years. In that time, they have greatly impacted our lives and provided...
Redesign of Plastic Pail to Eliminate Failure
Plastic Expert: Dec 19, 2018
Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Expert Group Plastic five-gallon pails, with handles attached, are used extensively. Our...
Redesign of Plastic Bottle Closure to Eliminate Failure
Plastic Expert: Dec 19, 2018
Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Expert Group The client manufactures plastic bottles for chemical solutions. At the end of...
Cause of Worm-Tracking of Chrome Plated ABS Bumpers
Plastic Expert: Dec 19, 2018
Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Expert Group The client manufactures chrome-plated ABS bumpers for an automotive customer....
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Improved Fiber Optic Materials by Improving the Polymerization Process
Plastic Expert: Dec 19, 2018
Acrylic and methacrylic-based optical systems generally exhibit superior optical properties such as light transmission...
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Preliminary Chemical Compatibility Testing of An Experimental CPVC Fire Sprinkler System Antifreeze
Plastic Expert: Jan 8, 2019
By Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Failure Labs Download PDF Abstract Currently, the only antifreeze which is approved for...
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Predicting Service Life of Plastic Parts Using Accelerated Laboratory Tests
Plastic Expert: Jan 7, 2019
By Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Expert Group, Midland, MI Download PDF Executive Summary Plastic parts undergo both...
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Fiber Optic Not Resistant to Corrosive Chemicals
Plastic Expert: Dec 19, 2018
The product shown below is an inspection light using the principles of illumination fiber optics to disperse...
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Prediction of Service Life for Plastic Parts
Plastic Expert: Dec 19, 2018
Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Expert Group Plastic parts undergo both chemical and physical aging during their use. The...