PVC is a synthetic polymer made from vinyl chloride monomers and is popular for its versatility and durability. 

PVC products are known for their durability and longevity. For instance, PVC flooring and roofing can last for more than 20 years, while PVC water pipes used in infrastructure projects can last for more than 50 years. In its flexible form, it is used for items such as inflatable structures, hoses, cable insulation, and vinyl flooring.

Did you know that PVC, one of the most widely used polymers today, was invented over a century ago? In fact, the German inventor Friedrich Klatte was awarded the very first patent for a polymerization process used to manufacture PVC way back in 1913.

By the time World War I began, Germany had already started manufacturing several flexible and rigid PVC products. They were using them as a substitute for corrosion-resistant metals.