Tag Archives: Polyvinyl Chloride

Crime Scene Safety: How CSI Techs Deal with Hazards

Crime scenes are not always dangerous for CSI technicians and investigators, but when safety hazards exist, appropriate precautions must be taken. Fortunately, technology has allowed us to develop new techniques to protect professionals from harm, and crime scenes are handled with much greater care than they were in the past. The following are some of […]

Possible Cure for Phthalate Ester-Induced Allergic Asthma

Asthma is a medical condition that causes inflammation of the airways in the lungs, chest tightness, shortness of breath, and coughing. Asthma affects more than 1 in 10 children and 1 in 12 adults in the United States. In addition to the steadily increasing number of asthma sufferers, the number of asthma deaths per year […]

The Different Types of Greenhouse Plastics

A greenhouse can be constructed any time of the year. Choosing the right plastic can make the difference between live plants and dead ones. Perhaps your construction budget is tight, and the expensive, long-lasting plastic is out of reach. Don’t fret- build your greenhouse, cover it with an inexpensive plastic to start and save for […]

Drinking Water: Plastic Bottle Dangers

Many people drink bottled water. It’s convenient when you’re out in hot weather and it is also convenient when you’re on the go. It’s easy to get and more convenient to take with you. You won’t have to carry around a cup and put it under the tap every-time you need water, you just open […]

How to Avoid the Dangers of Plastic Food and Beverage Containers

Plastics are convenient, light weight and often manufactured. Recently, when public health and consumer groups reported that a hormone-disrupting chemical was released when baby bottles were heated, it caused an uproar. What are the facts? Are all materials harmful? Which plastic material should be avoided? What are safe practices? Various types of plastic Polyethylene – […]

Review of Pyrex Round Storage Bowls and Lids

Description These Pyrex bowls are quality, thick clear glass bowls that come in three sizes: 2 cup, 4 cup and 7 cup. They all have tight-fitting plastic lids, and the bowls overlap each other perfectly. I’m all for all the things that take up less space in my kitchen cupboards! If you’re into efficiency, these […]