PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) is extracted from the polymerization of vinyl chloride monomer. We can classify PVC into two large groups, rigid PVC and flexible PVC.

Rigid: used for the construction of tubes, pipes, containers, tool accessories, parts of parts, blinds, windows, etc.
Flexible: Corrugated tube, traffic signs as cones. irrigation hoses, curtains for refrigerators, footwear, medicine, etc.

This material begins to soften at 80 ° C and melt at 140 ° C. Thanks to these and other properties, PVC is a recyclable material.

Among the main characteristics of PVC we find:

• Different degree of hardness.
• Waterproof.
• It does not corrode.
• It is moldable if it is subjected to high temperatures.
• Good electrical insulator.
• It is a very resistant material.
• Stable and inert.
• Good mechanical and impact resistance.
• High resistance to abrasion.
• Strong and lightweight.
• Good thermal insulation.
• It is odorless, tasteless and harmless.

Clothing such as shirts, pants or reflective vests are an indispensable accessory that provides extra visibility to users and can help prevent possible accidents. For example, workers on public roads or state bodies.

These types of accessories are usually designed with bright colors, such as yellow or orange fluorescent, and incorporate reflective strip system that ayudan in low light situations to be seen by vehicles.

More information on this type of clothing and its regulations can be found in NTP 718 of the National Institute of Social Security and Hygiene at Work.