Latest Innovation And Key Findings Of India's PVC Pipe Market

by Richa Hasija Consultant

The production of Oriented Poly Vinyl Chloride (OPVC) pipes specifically designed for use in high-pressure water conveyors has increased in recent years using new technologies. The typically mechanical features of plastics pipes had been greatly improved. While made of plastic, the pressure ratings are identical to metal pipes.

Currently, nearly 40 million tonnes of PVC pipes are made each year. However, it is used only in small and medium water networks with a pressure range of up to 16bar.

With many organised and unorganised pipes and fitting companies supplying the market, the Indian PVC pipes and fittings industry is experiencing remarkable growth as far as its production capacity is concerned. The Poly Vinyl Chloride pipes are classified according to the raw material used as Chlorinated, Plasticized and Unplasticized. The PVC market can be divided into PVC resin, plasticisers, lubricants, pigment bases and other products based on materials. Market segregation is also done based on water supply, drainage, sewer & drain, plumbing, oil & gas, etc.

PVC Piping Industry Development In India

The need for the proper infrastructure, installation and transport of water for the end-user in a developing country like India has become a key driver in expanding the PVC water pipes and accessories industry. In recent years, the Indian government has concentrated heavily on rural water supply, implementing many irrigation and sanitation projects.

PVC is chemically resistant, durable, low-cost, recyclable, easy-to-install and easy to use, making it a preferred material for residential and industrial drainage, wastewater, plumbing, and farming, irrigation and water supplies and many other related applications. 

The Demand For PVC in Indian Market in The Near Future

The government of India has also promoted initiatives such as Swachh Bharat Abhiyan and The Smart Cities Programme, which would lead to a further increase in the piping industry. Eliminating open defecation has led to further indoor toilet preparation in rural areas and villages. The growth of the Indian piping industries will be stimulated by intelligent water management, waste management and rainwater usage. The inadequate and uneven rainfall is another explanation for higher demand in the country, increasing the demand for long-life sewerage, plumbing, and irrigation systems in the coming years.

Types Of Pipes Featuring Durability

CPVC Pipes

The most rapidly growing segment of the PVC industry in India is CPVC pipes and related equipment. The chlorine content of PVC is enhanced by chlorination with CPVC resin technology. CPVC pipes and fittings are used in residential, commercial and industrial plumbing systems. CPVC pipes and systems are perfect for carrying all kinds of water, from hot and cold drinkable water to acidic water (as they can withstand corrosion, heat and chemical attack).

PEX Pipe

Some consider PEX piping to be one of the largest developments in the modern home plumbing industry. PEX is a versatile piping option that literally can be snaked through a home and curved when necessary. It needs no glue and is easier to hold than CPVC in freezing temperatures because the material can expand and contract.

Issues With Metal Pipes

Galvanized Piping

Galvanised piping is zinc-coated steel or iron tubing that can help to avoid corrosion and rust. Galvanised metal is primarily used in the building but may be used in plumbing applications as galvanised steel pipes. Such a specific pipe type is best used for water lines since gas lines can corrode the zinc and ruin the pipe or block the whole system. Galvanised pipes can last up to 100 years, even in highly corrosive environments.

The problem with Galvanised Iron Pipes is that if the water has slight acidity, it will corrode off the zinc and lead to rusting of the pipe in a few years. The pipe is expensive and heavy in installation. The major issue with these pipes is chipping.

Brass Pipe

For various applications, brass pipes are used. Brass is a soft metal that helps the installer to create a tight seal. It is resistant to corrosion as well as heat and water damage. It has a thicker wall than copper and provides many of the same advantages, including drinking water protection.

One major issue with brass piping is the presence of lead. Brass is an alloy, which means it's made up of different metals, and the mixture of these metals contains lead. Since lead cannot be allowed to leach into drinking water, today's plumbers opt-out of brass pipes.

Brass is a more traditional alternative that was popular before copper was introduced to the home plumbing industry. The metal is still in use today in which lead-free Brass piping is used in various ways, but the shortcoming with lead-free bras is that it is very expensive.

Key Takeaways

Selecting the appropriate piping material is not always simple. Make sure you do your research before beginning your plumbing project to ensure that the plumbing material you choose is the right fit. PVC water pipes are among the best materials today in the market, efficient and durable with better product reviews. 

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