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January 3, 2019

Which Plastic Pipe is More Reliable: PEX or CPVC?

An in-depth comparison of the pros and cons of PEX versus CPVC for plastic piping, plus the

January 3, 2019

Are Plastic Pipes Reliable?

Before 1970, the most commonly used piping for potable water was copper. However, the high cost of

Fire Sprinkler

January 3, 2019

The Importance of CPVC Fire Sprinkler Piping Inspection

Don’t expect more than you inspect! When properly installed, fire sprinkler systems not only make

January 3, 2019

Are Polypropylene Mesh Implants Safe?

Recent problems and failures with PP mesh implants have led to thousands of hernia and surgical mesh

Plastic Bottle

January 3, 2019

The Impact of Plastics on the Environment

Plastics have been around for about 80 years. In that time, they have greatly impacted our lives and

December 19, 2018

Redesign of Plastic Pail to Eliminate Failure

Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Expert Group Plastic five-gallon pails, with handles attached, are used

December 19, 2018

Redesign of Plastic Bottle Closure to Eliminate Failure

Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Expert Group The client manufactures plastic bottles for chemical

December 19, 2018

Cause of Worm-Tracking of Chrome Plated ABS Bumpers

Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Expert Group The client manufactures chrome-plated ABS bumpers for an

December 19, 2018

Fiber Optic Not Resistant to Corrosive Chemicals

The product shown below is an inspection light using the principles of illumination fiber optics to

December 19, 2018

Improved Fiber Optic Materials by Improving the Polymerization Process

Acrylic and methacrylic-based optical systems generally exhibit superior optical properties such as

December 19, 2018

Prediction of Service Life for Plastic Parts

Dr. Duane Priddy, Plastic Expert Group Plastic parts undergo both chemical and physical aging

CBS News 60 Minutes Interview Dr. Duane Priddy

May 17, 2018

CBS News 60 Minutes Interviews Dr. Duane Priddy for Gynecological Polypropylene Mesh Investigation

https://vimeo.com/860987138 Leading plastics experts weigh in on the largest multi-district

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Plastic Molding Defects
Our plastic consultants can help you discover the best process to make your part or product. If you’ve already discovered a defect, we will root out the source of the problem and recommend the best countermeasures and solutions to remedy the issue.
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Plastic Pipe Failure Analysis
Plastic isn’t perfect. CPVC, PEX and PVC pipes and components fail from time to time. Our consultants investigate pipe failure including failure analysis in our state-of-the-art testing laboratory.
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Material Testing
If a single component made from defective material goes into production, the entire product may be compromised. Using cutting edge tools and analysis, our team of expert consultants can prevent product failure, and accurately predict component lifespan based on the proposed application.
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