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• Chlorinated polyvinyl chloride , which is known for its ability to withstand high temperatures .
• Polypropylene , which is known for its elasticity and high chemical resistance .
• High-density polyethylene , which is known for its broad strength-to-density ratio .
• Polyvinylidene fluoride , which is a durable , strong plastic known for its ability to withstand harsh chemicals .
For soldering copper , the blow torch is the ideal instrument , and as plumbers are always soldering copper , selection of the torch is critical to provide long life and service . Again , an investment , not a cost ! Vices – these tools are usually mounted leaving the hands free to handle the pipe . Nevertheless , still a tool for the bakkie either in the bakkie ’ s bench or a place where the vice can be mounted .
Foldable scaffold ladder .
“ Buy cheap and nasty and you ’ re setting yourself up for failure – never mind injury and damage to the customer ’ s property and the plumber .”
Whilst we started the series with basic tools , as one grows and expands the business a larger tool kit may be needed , and the 165-piece set is impressive as it is useful .
A range of electrical drain cleaners is available and again depending on the application / type of work one does , a range of manual drain cleaners are available . For the maintenance plumber one will know the type of calls one gets in the area they serve and can then have a stock item of the suitable drain cleaner whether it be the tradition handheld twister or an electric one .
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