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VI Launches a Task Force on Durable Coated Fabrics

February 22, 2018

The Vinyl Institute has brought together an interdisciplinary group to address the performance parameters of durable coated fabrics in healthcare settings.

Open Competition’s Role in the Nation’s Infrastructure Plan

February 8, 2018

In the recent State of the Union address, President Trump called for about $1.5 trillion in infrastructure funding through public-private partnerships.“Open completion, at its core, is about fixing crumbling infrastructure for the American people,” says Kevin Koonce.

President Outlines Infrastructure Plan in SOTU

February 2, 2018
In Tuesday’s State of the Union Address, President Trump outlined his plan to fund the nation’s crumbling infrastructure.  The proposal calls for around $1.5 trillion in infrastructure funding through public-private […]

EPA Releases 2018 Plan for Chemical Risk Evaluations

February 2, 2018
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released its annual plan for chemical risk evaluations which was required under the amended Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) which was signed into law […]

PVC Pipe: A Solution for Michigan’s Aging Infrastructure

January 25, 2018

Michigan needs to find an additional $4B per year to repair its aging infrastructure, which including water and sewer maintenance, water and sewer emergency response, and drinking water and wastewater testing, remediation and infrastructure. PVC pipe can help.

Kick Off 2018 With a Plant Tour!

January 19, 2018
2018 is an election year, which means many members of Congress will be spending more time in their districts meeting with their constituents and preparing for the elections in November.  […]

EPA Administrator Says Industry is a Necessary Partner

January 19, 2018
In a recent interview with CBS, EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt discussed his first year in the position and his approach to leading the agency going forward.  Specifically, Pruitt noted how […]

3 Key Takeaways from 2017

December 13, 2017

This year, the vinyl industry focused on continuously improving the industry and its perception. Here are the 3 key takeaways we both learned and reaffirmed.