October 20, 2025

During my early years in plumbing, I was amazed to discover that over 60% of drainage systems I worked on used PVC pipes. Their white distinctive appearance became so familiar that I could instantly recognize PVC installations in buildings from the 1980s onward. PVC pipes are extremely common in modern plumbing, representing the dominant choice […]

During my early years at IFAN, I worked on a project where we replaced traditional metal piping with PVC in a chemical processing plant. The corrosion resistance and cost savings were so significant that it completely changed my perspective on material selection for industrial applications. PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride) is a synthetic plastic polymer made from

Having worked extensively with PVC manufacturers and end-users across North America, I’ve witnessed firsthand the market’s resilience and transformation. The recent supply chain disruptions and evolving environmental regulations have created both challenges and opportunities that are reshaping the entire PVC landscape. The North American PVC market reached approximately $15 billion in 2023, with the United

During my visits to chemical plants that work with vinyl chloride, I’ve witnessed the extensive safety protocols necessary to handle this hazardous but essential chemical. The experience revealed both the importance of vinyl chloride in modern industry and the critical need for rigorous safety measures. Vinyl chloride primarily serves as the foundational monomer for polyvinyl