Breadcrumb
Product Details
Book Badged Archived

Weathering of plastics pipes and fittings

Publisher
BREPress
Author
C Newman
Format
Subject / Keyword
Information Paper IP8/01, IP8/2001, weathering, plastics, pipes, fittings, ultraviolet light, sunlight, guttering, PVC-U, polypropylene, ABS, MUPVC
Published Date
15-May-2001
ISBN
1860814808
If you are interested in this publication - please contact the BRE Bookshop and provide your registered email address.

THIS PUBLICATION HAS BEEN ARCHIVED.

Whilst this publication can still be purchased some of the information in it has been superseded by more recent research and standards. The BRE Group does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for any loss or damage, including - without limitation - indirect or consequential loss or damage arising from use, or loss of use, of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this document.

Plastics are now used for many piping applications in construction, but can be vulnerable to weathering by the action of UV light. This Information Paper summarises work to evaluate the resistance of plastics pipes to artificial weathering. Most of the pipes and fittings tested discoloured severely, and became embrittled. However, some were affected much more severely then others, suggesting that weathering resistance could readily be improved if required. Plastics pipes should not be stored exposed to sunlight for prolonged periods unless known to be resistant to UV light. When specifying plastics piping systems, consider whether any parts will be exposed, establish whether the system is resistant to UV exposure, and take protective measures if appropriate. 6 pages.
Book Badged Archived

Weathering of plastics pipes and fittings

List Price £ 9.00
Product Publisher