PPCP Sheets are manufactured
from PPCP or polypropylene copolymer which is non reactive, non
flammable, colorless solid with no odor. These sheets are a vinyl
polymer from the family of polyolefin which are counted amongst the
main polymers in terms of processing and applications. These sheets
of polypropylene copolymer are highly versatile and their processes
of production cater a wide range of uses in engineering and chemical
industries for their particular applications.
These sheets are available in different
stock forms like rectangular, round, tubes, square bars, pipes and
pipe fittings and blocks. These sheets have excellent weld ability
and so these are hugely used in the fabrication of chemical
processing tanks and storage tanks. These sheets are also used in
various applications in numerous industries. The other products which
are fabricated with these sheets include filters, impellers,
strainers, valves, nozzles and many other diverse industrial
applications.
The PPCP or polypropylene copolymer is
generally transported and stored in 1 MT FIBC jumbo bags or 25 kg
bags. In plastic processing industries the PPCP is utilized as the
raw material in industry of plastic processing. Polypropylene
copolymer is not a non hazardous material and so long term or short
term inhalation due to its overexposure does not source any harmful
health effect. Polypropylene copolymer should be kept away from
sunlight and heat and must be stored and handled in a well ventilated
and cool place. These sheets of PPCP are used only in industrial
applications and while using the product, adequate ventilation should
be provided and for good occupational hygiene the principals should
be followed. These sheets are not categorized as dangerous for use
and supply. The dust released during the fabrication and production
of these sheets does not pose any threat to the environment.
More than 45 million metric tons is
used worldwide in a year. Polypropylene copolymer is prepared by Bulk
phase, Gas phase and Slurry Phase Polymerization utilizing ethylene
and propylene as heterogeneous catalyst and feed stock. Polypropylene
copolymer is available in a colorless solid form without odor which
is non reactive with environment. Polypropylene copolymer is
extensively utilized in plastic processing industry for fabricating a
variety of products like sheets, boxes, packaging films, containers,
FIBC, bags, home ware, personal care and hygiene combs, home care,
brushes, appliances, medicals & surgical equipments, industrial
products, automotive furniture and various articles used in day to
day life.
Polypropylene copolymer exists as a
solid granule under normal conditions. On exposure to moisture and
sunlight polypropylene copolymer is susceptible to degradation. PPCP
sheets floats in water as polypropylene copolymer is insoluble in
water. These sheets have low mobility in soil. These sheets are non
biodegradable and it is less toxic to the aquatic organisms.
Polypropylene copolymer is unlikely to cause any harm to biological
treatment processes.
Polypropylene copolymer is non
hazardous and non toxic material and is considered as a safe
substance to be in contact for animals and humans. These sheets
provide low acute toxicity in inhalation. These sheets provide no
evidence of irritant effects on skin with contact for use and normal
handling.
PPCP Sheets are easily available
online. Persons or organizations interested can browse the internet
for availing these sheets directly from the manufacturers.
