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Spanish term or phrase:	PVC
English translation:	PVC
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17:04 Apr 19, 2004

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Tourism & Travel

Spanish term or phrase: PVC

El sector de carpas, 100 unidades cuya característica principal es que sus resposeras, sillones, mesas y camas son de pvc de alto impacto brindando una mayor comodidad e higiene a sus usuarios.

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PVC

Explanation:
A kind of plastic

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Note added at 2 mins (2004-04-19 17:07:20 GMT)
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Polyvinylchloride is the full name.

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Note added at 4 mins (2004-04-19 17:08:52 GMT)
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Here is a definition:
PVC has a linear structure similar to polyethylene but with a chlorine atom replacing a hydrogen atom on alternate carbon atoms. PVC itself is hard and rigid but the addition of phthalate esters as plasticisers makes it soft and pliable and ideal for tubing. The material is generally transparent with a bluish tint. It is attacked by many organic solvents but it has a very good resistance to oils and it has a low permeability to gases. In its rigid from PVC is available in sheets which can readily be welded to produce tanks, trays and troughs. It is not recommended for use above 70 Deg. C. although it can be taken to 80 Deg. C. for short periods.

From: http://www.bibby-sterilin.co.uk/internet/bibbysite.nsf/AllDo...

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Note added at 7 mins (2004-04-19 17:11:43 GMT)
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Should be spelled in TWO WORDS (sorry):
Polyvinyl chloride