Article: Playworld Systems, Inc. Is First Major U.S. Playground Manufacturer To Eliminate PVC From Products.

LEWISBURG, Pa. -- Playworld Systems, Inc., a leading international manufacturer of playgrounds and playground equipment, has announced that it will become the first major playground manufacturer to abandon the use of polyvinyl chloride plastic (PVC) in its products. PVC, commonly knows as "vinyl" has been a significant component in playground equipment for decades. However, recent private and public studies have indicated it is environmentally unsound and a potential health risk.

"We have a responsibility to the environment and the children who use our playgrounds to do everything in our power to use the most environmentally friendly substances" said Matt Miller, ...

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