The World of PVC

PVC is the most versatile plastic of all and thiis film is about the process and manufacture of PVC. Tells about its low maintenance and long-lasting protective function. Some if its uses include: 33 1/3 records, raincoats, floor coverings, wallets and briefcases, covers for barges, car and haystacks, and pipes for building industry. PVC is made from oil and coal.

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Credits

producer

John G. Berry

production company

British Geo Ltd

Dormar Productions

director

Bob Kellett

Duration

00:16:40:00

Production places

United Kingdom

Production dates

1960

Collection metadata

ACMI Identifier

013547

Language

English

Subject categories

Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Industries - Great Britain

Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Plastics

Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Plastics industry and trade

Mathematics, Science & Technology → Plastics

Short films

Short films → Short films - Great Britain

Sound/audio

Sound

Colour

Holdings

16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)

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United Kingdom, 1960

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