PVC Pipe Association

Texas AWWA's Texas Water show is here!

Join us this week in Booth #1808 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas.

Meet with our engineers for technical support on design, installation, and application of PVC piping systems. Learn how PVC pipe can benefit your project or utility. We look forward to seeing you there!

City of Broken Arrow, OK, Improves Water Quality and Reliability with PVC Water Mains

“The roadway will remain closed until April 22 while city crews replace an 8-inch cast iron water main with a new 12-inch PVC water main. The work is intended to improve water quality and reliability as part of the Old Town Waterline Improvement Project.”

Houston Street to close March 25-April 22 for Old Town waterline replacement project Drivers in Old Town should plan for a monthlong road closure as crews begin work to replace an aging water main.A section of Houston Street (81st St.) will be c

Technical Blog: Cold Weather Has No Practical Effect on PVC Pipe Installation and Use

Claims from competitors suggest PVC pipe is not suitable for cold-weather projects. The evidence tells a different story.

PVC pipe has been in service across North America since the 1950s and has proven performance in cold climates, including Canada, Minnesota, and the Dakotas. Cold weather is not a limiting factor for PVC projects. In many cases, installation can be even more manageable in difficult weather because PVC is easy to cut, handle, and assemble.

The PVC Pipe Association (PVCPA) technical brief reviews how PVC performs in cold temperatures, including design considerations, handling and installation practices, and normal operations.

The key takeaway is clear: with proper installation practices and a focus on worker safety, PVC pipe remains a logical and reliable choice for cold-weather projects.

Read the full technical brief to learn more:

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𝗝𝗼𝗶𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗩𝗖 𝗣𝗶𝗽𝗲 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻’𝘀 𝗩𝗶𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗲𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿

Participate in two three-hour online sessions over two days (June 3–4, 2026) and gain a comprehensive evaluation of PVC water and sewer pipe applications. Earn up to 6.0 PDHs. Ideal for both long-time and new users of PVC pipe.

𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟭: 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗩𝗖 𝗣𝗶𝗽𝗲
• Internal pressure design for PVC water and force main systems
• External load design of PVC gravity pipe

𝗗𝗮𝘆 𝟮: 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗣𝗩𝗖 𝗣𝗶𝗽𝗲
• Installation best practices for optimum performance of PVC pipe systems
• Longevity, resiliency, sustainability, and real-world case studies

Learn more and register: https://www.uni-bell.org/Events/Virtual-Educational-Seminar

Now Available: Updated Overview of the PVC Pipe Association

PVCPA has released an updated version of PUB-01, a concise overview of the Association’s mission, services, and technical resources for utilities and consulting engineers.

The publication outlines PVCPA’s role in supporting the research, design, and installation of gasketed PVC water, sewer, and force main pipe in sizes 3- through 60-inch.

Click here to view:https://www.uni-bell.org/Portals/0/ResourceFile/uni-bell-pvc-pipe-association-pvcpa.pdf

North Lebanon Township Municipal Authority, PA Replaces Corroded Ductile Iron Pipe Force Mains with PVC Pipe

“The North Lebanon Township Municipal Authority will replace two force mains needed to pump wastewater uphill before gravity takes it to the City of Lebanon Authority’s treatment plant. The ductile pipes are corroding due to hydrogen sulfide present in wastewater, said Amber Royles-Eby, administrative assistant. Both force mains will be replaced with PVC pipe.”

State awards $1.4 million in grants to five municipalities, municipal authorities Three Lebanon County municipal authorities and two boroughs will receive $1.4 million in state funds from the PA Small Water and Sewer program for improvement projects to their water or wastewater systems.

Registration is open for PVCPA’s Spring 2026 educational webinars.

Click the link to learn more and REGISTER: https://www.uni-bell.org/Events/Educational-Webinars

🔹 Installation of PVC Water and Sewer Piping Systems
April 1, 2026 | 10:30 AM CST
This webinar provides the most up-to-date information available on installation practices for gasketed PVC water and sewer pipes and fittings as well as answer frequently asked questions. Properly installed pipelines ensure best performance and maximum design life for underground infrastructure.

🔹 Tapping Small- and Large-Diameter PVC Water Pipe
April 22, 2026 | 10:30 AM CST
This webinar reviews tapping procedures for both small- and large-diameter gasketed PVC pressure pipe. The presentation will include instructional diagrams and photos. “Tapping” involves drilling a hole into a main-line pipe to attach a branch line. It’s often done with the main line under full pressure, so specialized techniques have been developed to streamline the installation process.

Moapa Valley Water District, NV Replaces Failure-Prone Ductile Iron Pipe with PVC

The “ductile iron (DI) pipeline has proven particularly prone to failure.” It was originally installed in 1995, but corrosive soils have degraded it. According to Utah State University, DI pipe has over six times more breaks in highly corrosive soils. PVC pipe has the lowest break rate of all commonly used water pipe materials.

MVWD board moves forward on infrastructure projects - Mesa Valleys Progress Two agenda items in a May 22 meeting of the Moapa Valley Water District Board of Directors paved the way for a series of major infrastructure projects to get started. […]

Access webinars on demand from our municipal case study series, featuring informative presentations and expert insights from leading utility and waterworks professionals.

These recorded sessions highlight real-world experiences, design considerations, and lessons learned from PVC pipe projects across the country.

View the full webinar video library: https://www.uni-bell.org/Resources/Webinar-Videos

Technical Blog: PVC Pipe - Resistant to Permeation by Organic Compounds

Independent research confirms that PVC pressure pipe is highly resistant to the permeation of organic compounds found in contaminated soils or groundwater, including fuels, solvents, and other hydrocarbons. This resistance is attributed to PVC’s dense molecular structure, which resists the migration of chemical compounds through the pipe wall.

PVC pressure pipe can be confidently specified by utilities in applications where soil or groundwater contamination may be present, supporting long-term system integrity and water quality.

Read the full technical brief:https://www.uni-bell.org/Portals/0/ResourceFile/pvc-pipe-resistant-to-permeation-by-organic-compounds.pdf

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Beyond Integrity: How Biden's EPA got in Bed with Beyond Plastics

A Firebreak FOIA reveals a cozy relationship between EPA officials and the Beyond Plastics Founder, Judith Enck.

Beyond Integrity: How Biden's EPA got in Bed with Beyond Plastics A Firebreak FOIA reveals a cozy relationship between EPA officials and the Beyond Plastics Founder, Judith Enck

PVC Pipe Association President & CEO is attending the United States Conference of Mayors Winter Meeting today in Washington, DC, to meet with members of the Mayors Water Council to discuss underground infrastructure.