Polyvinyl chloride, better known as PVC, is a thermoplastic that is increasingly used in a variety of applications. It has a long service life, is resistant to moisture and ultraviolet rays, has a very low flammability and low weight, and is also recyclable. These features make it a reliable option, to which is added its great variety, transforming it a An input used by a wide and diverse number of industries.

One of the leading manufacturers of PVC in our region is Unipar, which produces – among other products – PVC resins, both in its emulsion (PVC-E) and suspension (PVC-S) presentation. Although both presentations are designed for different production processes, the Argentine PVC-S market is higher, about 130 thousand tons per year, than the circulating PVC-E at 5 thousand tons per year. With a capacity of 180,000 tons from its plant in the Baia Blanca, Unipar supplies customers in Argentina and neighboring countries.

Fast and sustainable construction: What is PVC used for?

PVC is a widely used option for civil construction because it provides safety, high durability and resistance, speeds up time and reduces the cost of works. It also works as well Thermal insulation Which allows to maintain the temperature in the environment much more than other materials, whatever Helps save energy.

This material is used in water, gas, electrical or communication conduit pipes and ducts; Insulation of electrical cables; Door and window profiles; Floor and ceiling insulation cover and membranes; Floors; Wall coverings; Ceiling; Profiles in general (support boards, weather removal, cable covers, castings, etc.); Dividing panels, rigid ceilings or windows, and transparent or opaque screens; Awnings and umbrellas; Swimming pools and faucets.

In addition, it serves as a raw material for many companies that make everything from containers and household items, to toys, medicine blisters, hospital products or textiles for the textile industry.

The role of plastic in the complete transformation of the environment:

Dramatic elimination of any use of plastic is impossible for today’s society, but there are alternatives that would make it possible to modernize the production circuit and use more durable options with better recovery capabilities, activating a circular economy model in which everything is generated. Re-used. PVC is the protagonist in this matter, it is consolidated as an affordable and safe option thanks to Unipar.

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