Art and Design
PVC Flooring Supports Scottish Sports TeamsMOTHERWELL, NORTH LANARKSHIRE, SCOTLAND, May 2, 2012 – When it came to choosing a new sports floor for their academy training facility, Motherwell Football & Athletic Club turned to Tarkett.
Vinyl Museum Banners Bring Art Masterpieces to the HomeDETROIT, Mich. April 25, 2012 – The Detroit Institute of Arts is the latest art museum to find an innovative way to recycle vinyl street banners that promoted their exhibitions.
PVC Roofing to Plug Leaks of Minneapolis Convention CenterMINNEAPOLIS, Minn., April 18, 2012 – With three of the Minneapolis Convention Center's iconic copper domes leaking, PVC has been selected to solve the problem.
Record Store Day Drops the Needle on 300 Exclusive Vinyl ReleasesA RECORD STORE NEAR YOU, April 18, 2012 – From Abba to Wilco, exclusive vinyl recordings of all genres, shapes, sizes, colors, and speeds will be released on April 21 to commemorate Record Store Day for 2012.
Vibrant Vinyl Mural Wraps New Chinatown Subway StationSAN FRANCISCO, Calif. March 21, 2012 – A decorative vinyl wrap has been installed to protect the property which is the future home of the city’s Chinatown subway station.
Vinyl Shuellas Protect Well-Heeled Women from Bad WeatherCHICAGO, Ill., March 19, 2012 – When Rebecca Miller became frustrated that she had no convenient way to protect her shoes from the rain, she created a vinyl “shoe umbrella.”
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New Eco-friendly PVC Roof Covers TD Garden ArenaBOSTON, Mass., March 21, 2012 – The TD Garden arena, home to the Boston Celtics and the Boston Bruins, now sports a new, ecologically friendly and energy efficient PVC roof.
2011 Solar Decathlon Homes Showcased on ‘Plastics Make it Possible’ ALEXANDRIA, Va., March 12, 2012 – The 2012 Solar Decathlon featured innovative and energy-efficient homes, many of which contain vinyl products.
Federal Trade Commission Recommends Vinyl Replacement Windows WASHINGTON, D.C., March 12, 2012 – The Federal Trade Commission issued a consumer education publication endorsing vinyl-frame windows because they “insulate well and don’t need painting.”
Build a House with Plastic, Win $250WASHINGTON, D.C., Oct. 21, 2011 – A web-based application provides users an opportunity to build their own home in an interactive contest for home improvement products.
Solar Decathlon Houses Gain Strong Support from Vinyl IndustryWASHINGTON, D.C., Sept. 15, 2011 – Many of the solar-powered houses competing in the 2011 Solar Decathlon received support from manufacturers and organizations in the vinyl industry.
Solar Decathlon House to be Clad in Flexible VinylLOS ANGELES, Calif., Aug. 11, 2011 – The 2011 Solar Decathlon entry from Team California will be clad in flexible Vinyl Fabric in the biennial competition on the National Mall in Washington D.C.
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Vinyl Seawalls Guard the Waterfront from Mother NatureWOODSTOCK, Ga., April 2, 2012 – To protect waterfront properties, Everlast Synthetic Products has introduced a seawall system that utilizes co-extruded vinyl.
EPA’s PVC MACT Rule Delayed: White House, OMB Provided Time to Address Rule’s Overall ImpactWASHINGTON, D.C., Jan. 21, 2012 –The EPA was issued an extension to finalize the Maximum Achievable Control Technology rule for PVC and co-polymers production.
The Vinyl Institute Recognizes Top Companies for Safety and Environmental ExcellenceALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 18, 2012 – North American PVC/Vinyl plants earned top honors for strides in improving worker safety and protecting the environment.
Congressman Denham Supports VI Position on Green Building Certification SystemWASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 28, 2011 – Rep. Jeff Denham joined the growing criticism of using the “deeply flawed” Living Building Challenge for certifying federal buildings.
PVC Pipe Projects Fixing Faulty Water Systems NationwideANYWHERE, U.S.A., Oct. 27, 2011 – Municipalities coast to coast are repairing an unprecedented number of broken water mains by installing PVC pipe systems designed to last into the next century.
Shanghai Taxis Hail New Vinyl Seats as More Sustainable ChoiceSHANGHAI, People’s Republic of China, July 12, 2011 — One of Shanghai's main taxi companies is installing vinyl seats, claiming it's a greener, more durable, and safer alternative.
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PVC Pipe Solves Water Infrastructure Problems in Communities NationwideMay 9, 2012 – With 850 daily water main breaks in North America, more municipalities are solving the problem by installing durable PVC pipe systems designed to last more than 100 years.
PVC Chair Eases Pain of Hospital Patients, Easy to DisinfectQUEENSLAND, AUSTRALIA, May 9, 2012 – Thanks to the use of PVC, palliative care patients at Gympie Hospital enjoy a new level of comfort with the arrival of the Air Comfort Princess chair.
BART Trains Roll Out New Vinyl SeatsSAN FRANCISCO, Calif., April 11, 2012 – The Bay Area Rapid Transit system introduced new vinyl cushioned seats, officials say look better, last longer, stay cleaner, and cost less to maintain.
Glow-in-the-Dark PVC Stripping Guides the Way When Lights Are OutTORRANCE, Calif., March 21, 2012 – An innovative photoluminescent PVC sheet is marking corridors, stairwells, doors, and other passageways in buildings around the world.
PVC Keeps Subway Riders Low and DryNEW YORK CITY, N.Y., Feb. 21, 2012 – The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is halfway through a major subway expansion project using a durable PVC membrane to waterproof the system.
The Vinyl Institute Recognizes Top Companies for Safety and Environmental ExcellenceALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 18, 2012 – North American PVC/Vinyl plants earned top honors for strides in improving worker safety and protecting the environment.
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Vinyl Building Materials Provide 'Extreme Makeover' for Tornado VictimsJOPLIN, Mo., Jan. 12, 2012 – The series finale of ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition,” will feature vinyl windows, doors, fencing, and siding on homes for tornado victims.
NuCedar Mills® Expands Line with Innovative PVC ShinglesCHICOPEE, Mass., March 30, 2011 – NuCedar Mills, Inc. displayed its innovative R & R shingles and shingle panels milled from cellular PVC at the 2011 International Builders Show in January.
New Vinyl Siding Provides Natural Looking Cover for HuntersFREMONT, Ohio, April 23, 2009 – A new vinyl siding product provides realistic looking camouflage structures for outdoor enthusiasts.
Up Against The Wall! Vinyl Art Brings Personalized Pizzazz to the HomeFRESNO, Calif., April 21, 2009 – A growing number of innovative companies provide vinyl wall lettering and artwork to homeowners interested in making a statement.
Vinyl Windows Restore Look, Function to 1940's Housing DevelopmentARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 20, 2009 – Kolbe's vinyl windows have been chosen for a historic renovation of Westover, a 70-year-old garden style apartment complex outside Washington, D.C.
Uplifting Vinyl Cladding Program Renews Michigan HomesMUSKEGON, Mich., Oct. 24, 2008 – An urban renewal program run by Muskegon, Michigan, offers free vinyl cladding to qualified homeowners.
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Advanced PVC Films A Favorite for Bank, Loyalty CardsGORDONSVILLE, Va., May 2, 2012 – Pentacard® kpLonglife™ PVC/PET overlay film is designed to replace a customer’s current PVC overlay film where enhanced card durability is required.
EPA Issues Long-Awaited PVC MACT RuleALEXANDRIA, Va., Feb. 14, 2012 – VI expressed optimism the EPA considered the full range of data and comments submitted prior to issuing the PVC Maximum Achievable Control Technology regulation.
State of the Union Focuses on Key Vinyl Industry IssuesALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 25, 2012 – In reaction to President Obama’s State of the Union address, the Vinyl Institute stresses the need to support manufacturing, exports, and sound federal regulations.
The Vinyl Institute Recognizes Top Companies for Safety and Environmental ExcellenceALEXANDRIA, Va., Jan. 18, 2012 – North American PVC/Vinyl plants earned top honors for strides in improving worker safety and protecting the environment.
Growing PVC Exports Contribute to Trade Surplus, Job Growth in LouisianaNEW ORLEANS La., Oct. 20, 2011 – Booming U.S. exports of PVC, which have tripled since 2006, helped to shift the balance of trade for the plastics industry.
Vinyl Institute Debuts New WebsiteALEXANDRIA Va., Oct. 19, 2011 – VI has introduced a bold new look for www.vinylinfo.org, the comprehensive source for the latest information on the benefits and versatile uses of vinyl products.
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Vinyl Museum Banners Bring Art Masterpieces to the HomeDETROIT, Mich. April 25, 2012 – The Detroit Institute of Arts is the latest art museum to find an innovative way to recycle vinyl street banners that promoted their exhibitions.
Chipotle Serves Up Recycled Lunch Bags for Earth DayDENVER, Colo., April 4, 2012 – Chipotle Mexican Grill has recycled its vinyl billboards into lunch bags in a promotion that feeds its foundation as well as its customers.
Macy's ‘Re-Gifts’ PVC Cards with Earthworks SystemSOLON, Ohio, Feb. 2, 2012 – Earthworks System LLC has partnered with Macy's Inc. to provide a recyclable gift card program for the retailer's customers; the first major department store to do so.
2012 Consumer Electronics Show Debuts Recycled PVC Badge HoldersLAS VEGAS, Nev., Jan. 9, 2012 – The International Consumer Electronics Show being held in Las Vegas is distributing more than 140,000 badge holders made from recycled vinyl.
Advanced TrimWright Launches PVC Recycling Program EAST TAUNTON, Mass., Dec. 22, 2011 – Advanced TrimWright, a maker of PVC exterior trim products for home and commercial construction use, has launched a new, comprehensive PVC recycling program.
Recycled Vinyl Tops Homes and Buildings as Innovative Roofing ShingleWAGONER, Okla., Nov. 4, 2011 – A roofing shingle made of 100 percent recycled vinyl and wood fibers has been designed to resemble and replace wood shake shingles.
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