Construction

As the world's population grows today, the demand for buildings has increased.  In addition to durability, comfort and cost-effectiveness, designs need to take into account energy efficiency and environmental concerns. In order to meet these demands, countries are beginning to favor the use of polymeric building materials. Compared with traditional materials such as brick, cement, concrete, metal, wood and glass, the application history of plastics in the construction industry is relatively short. However, with the continuous development of plastic formulations and the continuous advancement of manufacturing technology, plastics can not only be used as a substitute for traditional materials, but also proved to be complementary to traditional materials to improve their performance in a unique and innovative way to meet the needs of the modern construction industry.

At Alfa Chemistry, we are proud to be a leading supplier of construction plastics and provide innovative solutions for the construction industry. Our team of experts is committed to providing construction plastics with excellent durability, weather resistance and thermal insulation. Our wide range of products can meet the various needs of modern construction projects. Contact us today if you have a need.

Why Use Plastics in the Construction Industry

In the construction industry, plastics are often used as building materials, semi-finished products and building structures. The main reasons are as follows:

• Lightweight: Plastics are much lighter than traditional construction materials such as concrete, steel and wood, providing significant advantages in construction projects. The reduced weight simplifies the transportation, handling and installation process, resulting in increased productivity and reduced labor costs.
• Corrosion and weather resistance: Plastics have strong corrosion and weather resistance. This ensures the durability of plastic products and also allows this material to be used for exterior construction applications.
• Thermal insulation: Plastics are usually poor conductors of heat and have important application value in energy-efficient building design. In the case of foam and porous plastics, their thermal conductivity K = 0.06-0.028 W/mK, so they are often used as insulation materials.
• Design flexibility: Plastics offer unrivaled design flexibility. They can be molded or extruded into a variety of shapes, sizes and forms. As a result, plastics allow for the realization of unique architectural concepts that were previously impossible with traditional materials.
• Cost-effectiveness: Plastics are easy to produce, light in weight and durable, helping to reduce construction costs and transportation costs. In addition, plastics typically require less maintenance over their life cycle, resulting in long-term cost savings.

Plastic Applications for Construction

Plastics have a variety of applications in the construction industry, including but not limited to:

• Coatings
• Doors
• Wall Lining
• Grilles
• Floor covering
• Patio tabletops
• Protective shields/coverings for machinery

• Insulation
• Windows
• Bathroom units
• Concrete molds
• Roof covering
• Piping and ductwork

• Panels
• Railings
• Sanitary equipment
• Sound barriers
• Exterior covering

Our Plastics for the Construction Industry

At Alfa Chemistry, we have a complete production line to mass produce the plastics you need. Our products not only meet the expectations of our customers, but also give the construction industry new possibilities. Here are some common plastics used in the construction industry. Please contact us immediately if you need them.

• PP: Used for carpeting, piping systems, electrical cable insulation, etc.
• PVC: Used for pipes and fittings, flooring, window and door profiles, roofing membranes, etc.
• HDPE: Used for pipe systems, plastic construction barriers, bathroom partitions, etc.
• PMMA: Used as a glass replacement for windows, skylights and building facades.

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