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Performance of polyvinyl chloride roofing an overview

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Abstract
This paper provides an overview of durability issues related to the performance of PVC. The overview highlights those areas of PVC performance that have been problematic so that they can be eliminated or at least reduced significantly. Eliminating the more common, recurring problems will allow major strides to be taken toward the development of sustainable roofs.
Date
10/1996
Author(s)
Walt Rossiter Jr; Ralph Paroli
Page(s)
15-29
Keyword(s)
PVC; polyvinyl chloride; performance; durability; embrittlement; shrinkage; sustainable roofing


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