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Home » Keywords: » CPVC (Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride)

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Variations in HVAC Venting: The Rigors of Making the Right Choice

An in-depth examination of PVC, CPVC, and polypropylene venting options
Dan Vastyan
September 28, 2015

Installers and specifiers know a gas appliance is only as good as the venting system it’s connected to. Poor venting can cause improper combustion, but, more importantly, can also lead to flue gas leakage into heated spaces — a problem with deadly consequences.


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Uponor, Inc.: Brass CPVC Fittings

August 11, 2014

Uponor North America is launching six new ProPEX Lead-free (LF) Brass CPVC Adapter Fittings for transitioning from CPVC to PEX in commercial plumbing and hydronic distribution piping systems. 


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Chemical Systems Services Inc.: Butterfly, Gravity, Blast Gate Backdraft Dampers

September 3, 2012
A line of PVC and CPVC duct dampers offered in butterfly, gravity, and blast gate types for fume removal applications is available. The backdraft dampers come in three flow control types: butterfly for balancing airflow, a gravity backflow preventer which closes when the air pressure stops, and a blast gate for on-off.


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CPVC vs. Stainless Steel Venting Systems

Brad Zogg
February 7, 2011
Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride (CPVC) first made its way into the world of venting systems in the residential market. Recently, CPVC has been used to vent Category IV high-efficiency boilers. While it can cost up to 20 percent less than stainless steel, those specifying venting systems should consider other differences that may impact boiler efficiency and present potential safety hazards. 
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