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uPVC stands for unplasticised polyvinyl chloride, a type of polyvinyl chloride utilised in the manufacture of uPVC doors and window frames. Polyvinyl chloride is the world's third most produced type of plastic after polyethylene and polypropylene.
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Written by Lucy Pitt on www.scienceandinventions.com ..... you didn't think any of us were that clever did you ??!! What is upvc? uPVC stands for unplasticised polyvinyl chloride, a type of polyvinyl chloride utilised in the manufacture of uPVC doors and window frames. Polyvinyl chloride is the world’s third most produced type of plastic after polyethylene and polypropylene. uPVC is an extremely popular choice for the manufacture of uPVC doors and window frames because it is extremely durable, long lasting and cheap to produce. Experts estimate that by 2016 there will be more than 40 million tonnes of PVC produced. PVC was invented by accident in the 19th century. First to make the discovery was Henri Victor Regnault and in 1872 by Eugen Baumann. Both scientists found the polymer as a white solid within a flask of vinyl chloride which had been left in the sun. In the early part of the 20th century both a Russian chemist called Ivan Ostromislensky and Fritz Klatte, who worked for Griesheim-Elektron, a German chemical company, attempted to use PVC in manufacturing processes, but this proved difficult as the material was brittle and hard to handle. By 1926, Waldo Semon discovered a way to blend PVC with other additives, plasticisong it and making it easier to handle. After this PVC began to be widely used to manufacture a number of items. Today, PVC is used to manufacture many of the world’s most essential products: Pipes Around half of all the PVC manufactured globally is used to make pipes. PVC works well when manufactured into pipes because it is light, durable and does not react with water. In addition, pipe joints made from uPVC are impenetrable, meaning no leaks and uPVC does not corrode like metal. Cables PVC can be used to insulate electric cables. That’s because it’s non conductive and extremely durable and energy efficient. uPVC Unplasticised polyvinyl chloride is commonly used in the manufacture of uPVC doors and window frames. In this form it is extremely strong, durable and long lasting. In addition to doors and windows, uPVC is also used to manufacture fascias, siding and weatherboarding. Signage Due to its light weight, durability and ability to be moulded and handled easily, PVC is often used in the production of commercial signage. Clothes and furniture PVC clothing gained popularity in the 1970’s when it became a favourite item of the punk movement. Now PVC can be manufactured into faux leather that is waterproof and hard wearing. IN addition it can be used to make garden furniture that is also extremely durable and weather resistant.
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Both are versatile and can be designed in any way you choose. However, composite doors are more robust and resilient, meaning they will maintain their appearance for longer. While uPVC doors may suffer from the elements and fade over time, composite doors will not.
A uPVC door is purely plastic, which still makes them an effective door solution for homes across the UK. Their main draw is the affordability and their increased thermal efficiency. But composite doors offer the same functionality to a higher standard, making them a superior choice to the traditional uPVC door. Are composite doors better than uPVC? The difference between composite doors and uPVC doors is in the materials they are created with and the level of durability and security they provide. But, thanks to their design that presses and glues materials together under high pressure conditions, these modern options blow uPVC front and back doors out of the water in terms of strength and resilience. Our composite doors are 10% thicker than most others available on the market, leaving uPVC doors trailing behind in terms of strength and robustness. Made from only the highest quality materials and featuring a solid timber core, Endurance Doors are renowned for their solidity. When it comes to putting our composite doors through rigorous testing and assessments, we endeavour to deliver a perfect profile every time. Our doors have proven themselves against a sledgehammer, demonstrating why they are known as the door that will allow you the ultimate peace of mind. There are a number of features and benefits that composite doors provide that make them the ideal solution for the homeowner who wants a door that performs to the highest of standards. At Endurance, we specialise in the manufacture and creation of doors that surpass any uPVC door currently on the market.
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