PVC Polyvinyl Chloride Testing

Polyvinyl Chloride, also known as PVC, is a rigid plastic material composed of carbon atoms and chlorine. PVC is a thermoplastic which is manufactured into products by molding, either injection, extrusion, or compression molding, which means that it becomes malleable when heated, ideal for remodeling or reshaping. PVC is lightweight, recyclable and cost-effective, and has high strength, fire resistance and durability properties. It is commonly used in many housings, electronics, packaging, healthcare and construction industries, such as water piping, electric cables, vinyl siding, signs, and clothing.

Failure to properly test PVC materials may lead to hazardous conditions for customers and staff, premature failure, and costly repairs.

STEMart provides PVC testing to ensure that PVC materials are suitable for their intended use.

Chemical Analysis

• Chemical composition determination
• Calorimetric analysis
• Additives identification
• Impurities detection (heavy metals, residual solvents, degradation products, contaminations…)
• Defect detection (adhesive problem, dis-bonding, inclusions…)
• Fluids compatibility testing

Physical Properties Testing

• Molecular mass determination
• Hardness testing
• Tensile testing
• Bend testing
• Compression testing
• Adhesion testing
• Dynamic testing
• Fatigue testing
• Creep testing
• Density analysis

For more information about our PVC testing services, please contact us.