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Product information, material comparisons, installation best practices, design considerations, safety information and more from the pioneer in CPVC plumbing technology.

 
Installation

What You Need to Know About Solvent Cement Cure Times and CPVC Piping

By: FlowGuard EMEA

Curing is a critical step of the installation process because the solvent cement must dry completely before you fill the pipes with water and test for leaks. If you were to pressurize and test the...

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13 Tips For Successful CPVC Pipe Installation

By: FlowGuard EMEA

Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) pipe and fitting installation is quick and cost-effective. Pipes are joined with an easy solvent cement welding process and inexpensive and readily available...

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Material Comparison, Health and Safety

Debunking the Myths About CPVC

By: FlowGuard EMEA

FlowGuard® Pipe and Fittings are made of chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC). CPVC is a long-lasting thermoplastic with a history of reliable performance in residential plumbing applications.

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Health and Safety

How CPVC Piping Limits Environmental Impact

By: FlowGuard EMEA

All piping materials and products have an effect on the environment. These environmental impacts range from securing raw materials needed to make different piping, to the energy required to...

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How To Install FlowGuard® CPVC In Hot Weather

By: FlowGuard EMEA

One of the advantages of the CPVC installation process is that it can be done in hot or cold temperatures. While the FlowGuard® Installation Guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to...

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Installation, Material Comparison

Solvent Welding CPVC vs. Heat Welding PPR: Which is Better?

By: FlowGuard EMEA

Installation is a significant factor in the time it takes to complete a project, the long-term reliability of the plumbing system, and the overall job cost. Each of these factors contributes to your...

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Installation, Health and Safety

How CPVC Improves Job Site Safety by Eliminating Hazards

By: FlowGuard EMEA

With any construction project, there are inherent risks and liabilities. For example, falling objects, powerful machinery, and heat used near flammable materials all create opportunities for injury...

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Why Plumbers Prefer CPVC for Confined Areas

By: FlowGuard EMEA

Every construction project, whether a new home or repair job, has its challenges. And when it comes to plumbing, one of the most common is trying to install piping in confined or cluttered areas.

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How to Account for Pipe Expansion in a Plumbing System

By: FlowGuard EMEA

Thermal expansion and contraction is a property of all piping materials. As the water and environmental temperature increases or decreases, the pipe length will fluctuate. The longer the run, the...

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How to Account for Thermal Expansion When Installing A CPVC Plumbing System

By: FlowGuard EMEA

All piping materials expand and contract with temperature changes. The more significant the change, the more a pipe’s length can change. If not accounted for in a plumbing system design, the...

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