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DuCaVin ABC are progressive new range of flexible and rigid PVC compounds, branded as DuCaVin ABC, has been added to our expanding portfolio of high performance compounds. Developed in partnership with SteriTouch®, DuCaVin ABC compounds have been created as a response to the increasing requests for materials which reduce the growth of harmful organisms such as bacteria, mold and fungi, while remaining entirely safe for sensitive applications.

Polymer Name: Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Processing Methods: Extrusion

Additives Included: Antimicrobial, Flame Retardant

End Uses: General Purpose, Medical Devices

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    Identification & Functionality

    Plastics & Elastomers Functions
    Technologies

    Features & Benefits

    Features

    Product Range

    • DuCaVin ABC rigid PVC compounds:
    1. Standard and high impact
    2. UV resistant
    3. Standard-flow and easy-flow molding
    4. General purpose and speciality extrusion
    • The DuCaVin ABC flexible PVC compounds:
    1. Conventionally plasticised, orthophthalate-free and phthalate-free
    2. Antifungal
    3. Flame retardant
    4. Non-marring
    5. General purpose extrusion and molding

    Both rigid and flexible product lines are available in clear or opaque as standard and custom colors can be formulated upon request.

    Applications & Uses

    Plastics & Elastomers End Uses
    Plastics & Elastomers Processing Methods
    Applications

    Applications

    Target applications for these materials are predominantly hospitals, washrooms and food preparation areas where surface hygiene is paramount. The main organisms of concern are pathogenic bacteria such as methycillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), E.coli and other enteric organisms. Typical end products include sanitary ware, hospital furniture, food preparation worktops, flooring, fittings and similar surface critical applications.

    Properties

    Physical Form

    Technical Details & Test Data

    Testing

    Confidence in the accuracy of results is important in any testing regime, particularly when evaluating antimicrobial performance. Dugdale uses only established independent laboratories specializing in antimicrobial testing, ensuring consistent repeatable results. All materials have been tested according to the internationally recognized JIS Z 2801:2000 standard and results can be incorporated into comprehensive reports which include test data and certificates. This information is available on request.