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NC-v4 EQc2:Low emitting materials

Solvent Cement Adhesive for PVC pipes

We are trying to find a specific adhesive for PVC pipes. It should be a "Medium Bodied Rigid PVC Solvent cement for large diameters and elevated temperatures (>35°C)" Has anyone found a similar product that complies with LEED v4 for emissions and content? It is a usual adhesive for pipes used in most of the construction sites. We have already found a CONTENT compliant product, but does not have the EMISSIONS test done.

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Tue, 05/09/2017 - 13:44

The major manufacturers have compliant products (Oatey, Masters, IPEX, etc.) - if you cannot find a MSDS sheet with test results, contact the companies technical assistance and they will supply the required documentation.
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Tue, 05/09/2017 - 15:43

Emmanuel , look for my post below. When I was searching for the same earlier this year, the manufacturers I spoke to had no interest in completing the emissions testing. We have had to do the alternate calculation for the adhesives & sealants category. That said, if you do find CDPH testing information, please share so that those of us who were also looking can have the data for our projects.

Tue, 05/09/2017 - 16:18

Almost all adhesive manufacturers will have the VOC content documentation since this is required for sale in many states to limit outdoor ozone formation. There are also many VOC emissions compliant adhesives listed in the www.UL.com/spot database. You can search by the applicable LEED credit. Note that some categories of adhesive may not be represented on this site but there is a pretty robust list of compliant products available.

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