Storing PVC Pipes the Right Way

PVC is one of the most widely used plastics around the word. It is short for polyvinyl chloride, a type of plastic that is more effective than other materials like wood, copper or iron. PVC is used in many products including electrical cables, upholstery and even clothing. In the plumbing industry, PVC pipes are preferred due to its flexibility and durability.

Storing PVC pipes is easy but it has to be stored the right way. The use of cantilever racks may be considered so that the pipes can still be as good as new when it is time to be used. PVC pipes can also acquire damages from ultraviolet light. When exposed, the pipes will become brittle and so they crack easily when installed.

Here are 4 ways to store these types of pipes:

·         Wipe every end of the PVC pipe with a dry rag. This will provide a clean surface so that the duct tape can stick to every end of it without the accumulation of dust.

·         The duct tape used should be about ¼ inch larger than the diameter of the pipe. This is the ideal to avoid the PVC pipes from sticking to each other’s end. In case the duct tape causes stickiness, use a solvent to remove it. However, remember that solvents can damage the surface of the pipe. Better use the right duct tape size than using a solvent.

·         Every open end of the PVC pipe should have a firmly placed duct tape. This is to guarantee that the PVC pipe will incur damage over time. Now, place the pipe on the cantilever racks but make sure that the rack is stable enough to stack the pipes together.

·         Finally, lay a tap over the pipes so that it will be protected from the ultraviolet light. If the pipes are already stored in a covered area, be sure that that the pipes will never be exposed to PVC light.

These are the ways on how to store the PVC pipes effectively, and there are cantilever racks especially made for this purpose.