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One of the major shifts in residential construction in recent decades has been the move away from traditional copper piping into polymer-based alternatives such as CPVC. Copper was a reliable, durable piping product, but we’ve learned over time that the lead-based that until recently was used for solder on copper piping continues to contaminate drinking water with dangerous lead. A change was needed, as copper prices rose, and lead issues increased. This is one of the reasons building scientist Steve Easley, who is partnering with us on his remodel in Scottsdale this year, chose FlowGuard and BlazeMaster.
“Given the research on water quality, along with durability issues,” notes Easley, “we felt good about putting Lubrizol products in our whole-house remodel. This really is our ‘forever” home, and we want to make sure what gets done stays done.”
Lubrizol has embraced the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs).
“The Lubrizol Life Science, beauty R&D team has incorporated the 12 Principles of Green Chemistry into their day to day activities to increase the natural content of ingredients, reduce the amount of materials used and choose lower impact processes. Manufacturing processes, like Biointec™ Fermentation and extraction, use less energy and water and generate less waste.”
Green Builder has incorporated Lubrizol products in many of its VISION house projects over the years. The next highly visible application will be on building scientist Steve Easley’s home, the ReVISION House Scottsdale, located on a riverfront in Scottsdale, Arizona. The project will include both FlowGuard Gold and BlazeMaster products.