Caplugs Vinyl

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) more commonly referred to as Vinyl, is now the world’s second most used plastic and it is one of the most valuable products of the chemical industry. Accidentally discovered twice in the nineteenth century, it was not until Dr.Waldo L.Semon of the BF Goodrich Company found a way in 1926 to plasticize the material by blending it with multiple additives that the substance would become a commercial success.

By pioneering the use of polyvinyl chloride in 1926, Goodrich founded the vinyl plastic industry. Early PVC applications included waterproof raincoats and umbrellas. Polyvinyls which could be used in soft or hard form, eventually found their way into dozens of commonly used products, including electrical insulation, floor tiling, garden hoses, pipes and Yes; caps and plugs.

Vinyl’s properties can enhanced by compounding it with additives or modifiers to meet the needs of the application. Caplugs engineers have the experience to help determine the best material for your application. As an example, Flex500® was developed to withstand high temperatures up to 500° F and be an economical alternative to silicone. So whether you need it rigid or pliable, thick or thin, natural or colorful.