PVC Pipe: A Safe and Trusted Choice for Public Health

Over Ten Million Quality Control Tests Ensure Safety For more than 70 years, PVC pipe has been one of the most rigorously tested and trusted materials in North America. Every stage of its production, use, and disposal has been evaluated and certified by both government and independent regulatory bodies, ensuring it meets the highest safety and quality standards. PVC pipe complies with all health and safety regulations under the U.S. and Canadian Safe Drinking Water Acts, alongside other international guidelines. Regulatory agencies such as NSF International and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) oversee its use through mandatory testing, reinforcing its reliability for public water systems. Moreover, top health organizations, including the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Consumer Product Safety Commission, have confirmed that PVC is safe for a wide range of applications. A Clean and Safe Solution for Water Systems
PVC is widely approved for use in water distribution, transmission, consumer products, and even medical applications. Its safety is evident in its use for intravenous medical tubing and in sensitive environments like saltwater aquariums, where only the most inert materials are suitable. Unlike traditional iron pipes, PVC does not corrode or accumulate biofilm contamination, making it a superior choice for clean water systems. Iron pipes are prone to tuberculation, a type of internal corrosion that can harbor bacteria and compromise water quality over time. A well-documented case is Walkerton, Ontario, where, in 2000, an E. coli outbreak infiltrated the municipality’s iron-pipe water network. Flushing the system required costly and repeated super-chlorination to restore safety. Today, Walkerton—now part of the Municipality of Brockton—continues to replace its aging iron pipes with PVC, ensuring a cleaner, safer water supply for its residents. The Trusted Choice for Safe Water Systems With its proven safety record, non-corrosive properties, and approval from leading health organizations, PVC pipe remains the gold standard for public water infrastructure. Its ability to deliver clean, safe water while resisting contamination makes it the preferred choice for modern water systems worldwide. To know more: https://www.uni-bell.org/About-Us/Public-Health

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