Astral pioneered the introduction of CPVC pipes in the market

This interaction discusses how Astral has redefined the Indian construction industry by offering customised CPVC plumbing solutions.

What technological advancements have reshaped the plumbing industry in India, and how has Astral contributed to the change? 
Over the years, the plumbing industry has moved from metal to plastics. While rusting was the major shortage of metal pipes, plastics addressed the issue. Earlier, plastics could be used only for cold water, but eventually, variants of plastics could be used for both hot and cold water applications. Astral was the first to launch CPVC pipes in the market. These pipes can handle cold and hot water at temperatures up to 93 °C without any pressure loss or degradation. The transition from metal to plastic has also reduced the need for thicker insulating materials and, eventually, lesser materials in the building infrastructure. 

How are your solutions tailored for residential, commercial, and industrial projects? 
Our customised products for residential and commercial buildings are designed to handle hot and cold water. While the raw material is CPVC, we have a separate range of products for industries that are high abrasion resistant and designed to handle corrosive chemicals. Our CPVC products offer superior performance compared to metals. 

What are the key considerations architects and developers consider when selecting, piping, and setting products for their projects?
Architects and builders looking for piping solutions should be aware of the availability of the entire range of products. Some companies make only pipes, some make only fittings, and others make only valves. But we provide a complete range of solutions. We offer our pipes, valves, and joint fittings. We provide an end-to-end solution, starting from the taps. So, architects need to prefer manufacturers who are complete solution providers, as this will ensure the perfect functioning of the building plumbing system. 

At Astral, how do you ensure sustainability in your products and processes? 
Sustainability is a core value that we foster at Astral. While we use only virgin polymers in all our products, plastics are highly recyclable.

Can you throw some light on the other range of products that you offer? 
Astral is known for innovations. Our latest additions are sanitary ware and faucets. We also have a complete range of adhesives for tiles and glass. We offer painting solutions, water tanks, and drainage systems. Our R&D team continuously provides innovative solutions across domains.

For more details, visit: https://astralpipes.com/

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