Art and Design
Vroom! Vinyl Wraps Race Cars with Elaborate GraphicsBRISTOL, Tenn., May 22, 2009 – The latest technology in vinyl wrap graphics gave cars at a Bristol Motor Speedway charity race the old-school look.
Vinyl Products Rejuvenate Virginia Assisted Living FacilityRICHMOND, Va., May 21, 2009 – An assisted living facility has an updated look thanks to vinyl plank, vinyl wallcoverings, window treatments, and vinyl-backed carpet.
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 Institute Provides Sturdy Support for 2009 AIA ConventionSAN FRANCISCO, Calif., April 17, 2009 – The Vinyl Institute will continue showing its strong support for architects and designers at American Institute of Architects Expo 2009.
Recycled PVC Calls for Ewe-Nique ExhibitFRANKFURT, Germany, Jan. 7, 2009 (VNS) – An artist has woven telephone parts and vinyl phone cords into a flock of sheep; a ringing endorsement for recycling products put out to pasture.
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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.
Gorell Vinyl Windows Gain Green Seal™ CertificationINDIANA, Pa., Dec. 16, 2008 – Gorell Windows & Doors LLC has received Green Seal™ certification for its five models of double-hung replacement vinyl windows.
Home Renovation With Vinyl Siding Becomes State Energy ProjectARLINGTON, Mass., Dec. 5, 2008 – Using vinyl clapboard in a home make-over, a couple is gets state support and utility funding to test the effectiveness of innovative materials in saving energy.
2007 Saw Increased Demand for Energy-Saving Vinyl Roofing CLEVELAND, Dec. 28, 2007 (VNS) – 2007 was a good year for vinyl roofing, thanks to a robust nonresidential construction market and to increased emphasis on sustainable building, according to Jay Thomas, marketing chair of the Vinyl Roofing Division of the Chemical Fabric and Film Association.
PVC’s Many Energy, Environment Benefits HighlightedARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 5, 2007 (VNS) – The numerous energy-saving, environmental and practical benefits of PVC (vinyl) are well established and scientifically proven, but industry needs to do more to educate its customers, the public and the media, according to experts speaking at the third World Vinyl Forum in Boston.
Schools Save Energy – and Money – With New Vinyl RoofsARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 24, 2007 (VNS) – Schools across the country are keeping cooler and saving tens of thousands of dollars a year in electricity costs by installing reflective vinyl membrane roofs, according to the Vinyl Institute.
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London 2012 Olympics Seeks Sustainable Solutions with PVC Building ProductsLONDON, England, June 2, 2009 – London 2012 is calling on the PVC/vinyl industry to help find sustainable solutions for the 2012 Olympic and Paralympic game venues.
Now, A Clear Choice for Outdoor PVC Pipe ApplicationsEASTON, Penn., April 7, 2009 – A clear PVC piping that is suitable for exposure to sunlight has recently been introduced.
New Flooring Plant in South Carolina Uses Recycled VinylJONESVILLE, S.C., March 13, 2009 – Allied Companies LLC has renovated a textile plant for its new manufacturing company, Allied Industries International, to make non-slip vinyl flooring.
Environmental Group Recommends Vinyl Reflectors to Save Birds, BusinessesRUIDOSO, N.M., Feb. 24, 2009 – The Environmental Defense Fund recommends using vinyl reflectors on wire fences to protect two species of birds and allowing business development.
Ohio City Selects PVC Pipe for Emergency Renovation ProjectHAMILTON, Ohio, Jan. 13, 2009 – City officials found the best solution to repairing a 24-inch water transmission main was installing a 20-inch fusible PVC pipe slipline inside the existing main.
Gorell Vinyl Windows Gain Green Seal™ CertificationINDIANA, Pa., Dec. 16, 2008 – Gorell Windows & Doors LLC has received Green Seal™ certification for its five models of double-hung replacement vinyl windows.
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Vinyl Products Rejuvenate Virginia Assisted Living FacilityRICHMOND, Va., May 21, 2009 – An assisted living facility has an updated look thanks to vinyl plank, vinyl wallcoverings, window treatments, and vinyl-backed carpet.
Vinyl Roof Prevents Destruction of Ontario BusinessesNORTH BAY, Ontario, Jan. 30, 2009 – A flame resistant vinyl roof prevented fire from destroying several businesses housed in a North Bay building.
Vinyl Industry Offers 'Second Opinion' on Green Guide for Health CareARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 5, 2008 – The vinyl, chlorine, cement and other industries raised objections to material bias and discrimination in round-two comments on the Green Guide for Health Care.
PVC Pipe Provides Lab Rat HabitatITAJAI, Brazil, July 25, 2008 (VNS) – Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes and connectors are serving as unique respite for laboratory rats and mice, providing them with a more natural habitat.
PVC Pipe Saves Shark from Jaws of LifeCAPE BYRON MARINE PARK, New South Wales, Australia, July 17, 2008 (VNS) – An endangered grey nurse shark was freed from a giant gaff hook with the help of a PVC pipe.
Dr. Joseph Schwarcz Dismisses PVC Shower Curtain ScareARLINGTON, Va., JULY 14, 2008 – Dr. Joseph Schwarcz criticized the research methodology and claims made by the Center for Health, Environment and Justice alleging vinyl shower curtains are toxic.
More...Home
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.
Vinyl Windows Used in 1st Iowa Habitat for Humanity 'Green' HomeDES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 22, 2008 – The first environmentally friendly Habitat for Humanity home in Iowa will feature vinyl windows supplied by Pella.
Shower Curtains Declared HarmlessARLINGTON, Va., June 12, 2008 (VNS) – Decades of research and use prove that shower curtains made of vinyl are safe, effective and deserve their popularity, the Vinyl Institute said this morning.
More...Industry
The Vinyl Institute Headquarters Has MovedALEXANDRIA, Va., July 1, 2009 – The Vinyl Institute headquarters has moved to 1737 King Street, Suite 390, Alexandria, Va., 22314.
Vinyl Institute Hires Richard Krock as Technical DirectorARLINGTON, Va., June 16, 2009 – The Vinyl Institute announces the hiring of Richard Krock as its new Technical Director. Rich's first day of employment with the organization was June 15th.
Vinyl Institute Provides Sturdy Support for 2009 AIA ConventionSAN FRANCISCO, Calif., April 17, 2009 – The Vinyl Institute will continue showing its strong support for architects and designers at American Institute of Architects Expo 2009.
Now, A Clear Choice for Outdoor PVC Pipe ApplicationsEASTON, Penn., April 7, 2009 – A clear PVC piping that is suitable for exposure to sunlight has recently been introduced.
Report: PVC Products Bring $20 Billion Value to ConsumersThe total direct and indirect benefits of consumer access to PVC in the United States and Canada in 2007 amounted to more than $20 billion.
...Full StoryVI Recognizes Top Safety and Environmental PerformersARLINGTON, Va., Jan. 23, 2009 (VNS) – The Vinyl Institute announced awards to the top-performing companies in the vinyl/PVC industry in improving worker safety and protecting the environment.
More...Recycling
New Flooring Plant in South Carolina Uses Recycled VinylJONESVILLE, S.C., March 13, 2009 – Allied Companies LLC has renovated a textile plant for its new manufacturing company, Allied Industries International, to make non-slip vinyl flooring.
Recycled PVC Calls for Ewe-Nique ExhibitFRANKFURT, Germany, Jan. 7, 2009 (VNS) – An artist has woven telephone parts and vinyl phone cords into a flock of sheep; a ringing endorsement for recycling products put out to pasture.
Recycling Programs Collect Vinyl Flooring from Construction Sites, Old BuildingsHOUSTON, March 20, 2008 (VNS) – Vinyl flooring manufacturers are collecting installation waste from construction sites and even experimenting with reclaiming used vinyl flooring.
The Gates© New York City Project to be Featured in HBO DocumentaryARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 25, 2008 (VNS) – The Gates©, which for 16 days in February 2005, brightened a wintry New York City with 23 miles of orange banners that were supported by 7,500 frames made of recyclable vinyl, is the focus of a new HBO® documentary to debut on the network Tuesday, Feb. 26, at 10 p.m., Eastern and Pacific times.
Increasing Demand for Recyclable Vinyl Wallcoverings LOUISVILLE, Ky., Feb. 11, 2008 (VNS) – Last year, LSI Wallcovering, a privately owned company here, closed the recycling loop for vinyl wallcovering by becoming the first operation in North America to collect old product and recycle it into a new line of vinyl wallcoverings.
Drywall Waste Diverted From Landfill to Vinyl Carpet Backing and TileSALEM, N.J., Feb. 1, 2008 (VNS) – Tapping one of the largest construction waste streams, flooring company Mannington Industries is recycling drywall gypsum, adding it to vinyl carpet backing and vinyl tile. In the past year, Mannington has recycled over 115 tons of drywall waste.
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