Fire and life safety is a vital consideration for many aspects of residential and commercial design and construction. But often left out of the equation is the piping system. It’s critical to weigh the combustion safety of your piping systems. Some types of plastic plumbing—PEX and polypropylene—will not only burn, but may drip flaming material. That’s not the case with Corzan® CPVC. Corzan Piping Systems are self-extinguishing. When exposed to fire, Corzan Piping Systems will develop … Keep Reading »

Solvent welding is an effective, time-tested installation method for CPVC piping systems, using chemistry to form a reliable, long-lasting bond. But like any building material, it’s important to follow instructions and best practices to ensure your CPVC pipes are fitted properly and will perform as designed. This includes something as simple as the application dauber you choose. In the two-step solvent-weld process, daubers are used to apply the primer and solvent cement to the outside … Keep Reading »

A large project that your company would be perfect for just opened for bid. As expected, the list of options is long and daunting. So, what’s next? To increase your chances of securing a project, you must stand out, build strong connections, and do quality work. Here are a few strategies to help you win more projects as a contractor: Send a Complete Bid When creating a bid, it’s easy to just use the plumbing … Keep Reading »