PVC (Polyvinyl chloride) is extracted from the polymerization of vinyl chloride monomer. We can classify PVC into two large groups, rigid PVC and flexible PVC.

Rigid: used for the construction of tubes, pipes, containers, tool accessories, parts of parts, blinds, windows, etc.
Flexible: Corrugated tube, traffic signs as cones. irrigation hoses, curtains for refrigerators, footwear, medicine, etc.

This material begins to soften at 80 ° C and melt at 140 ° C. Thanks to these and other properties, PVC is a recyclable material.

Among the main characteristics of PVC we find:

• Different degree of hardness.
• Waterproof.
• It does not corrode.
• It is moldable if it is subjected to high temperatures.
• Good electrical insulator.
• It is a very resistant material.
• Stable and inert.
• Good mechanical and impact resistance.
• High resistance to abrasion.
• Strong and lightweight.
• Good thermal insulation.
• It is odorless, tasteless and harmless.

Depending on the need for installation and type of base, trolley or chair, we can find various types of fixation. Among the most common we find:

A - Through hole: It has a hole in which a screw or stem is inserted. It is a very simple installation system. Ideal for wheels that should not support a lot of load.
B - Threaded stem: It has a threaded stem or nut, it is fixed to the surface with a nut. It is usually the most used fastening system.
C - Angular plate: They are usually less used fastening systems, they have lateral plates to fix on the base.
D - Plate: It has a rectangular or square plate on its surface, it includes 4 or more fastening holes to the base, it is one of the most common.
E - Smooth stem: The stem without thread is inserted into the female of the base, we can find it in the typical office chairs with wheels, TV furniture etc ...