LOS ANGELES, Sept. 5, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- JM Eagle, the world's largest manufacturer of plastic pipe, has launched a new website, truthaboutpipes.com dedicated to educating engineers and municipal decision makers.

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The website features articles on topics important for our nation's infrastructure such as longevity and durability of material, ease of installation, financial costs, and environmental impact.

"Truthaboutpipes.com will highlight the many benefits of plastic pipe versus alternative materials," said Neal Gordon, JM Eagle Vice President of Marketing and Waterworks Sales. "Decision makers will be able to read unbiased articles, essays, reports, and studies about the advantages of plastic pipe."

This useful website offers a wide range of information and tools to help municipalities across the nation make informed decisions, including key subjects like the cost of corrosion, pipe material break rates, and a cost comparison calculator- PVC vs. ductile iron showing a notable 37% savings to taxpayers. The website also highlights new technologies in plastic pipe: internal joint restraints (e.g. Eagle Loc C900), Ultra Blue PVCO, Eagle Corr PE, and Eagle Green PE. Truthaboutpipes.com is a one-stop website for answers about plastic pipe.

With 20 manufacturing plants throughout North America, JM Eagle manufactures the widest array of high-grade, high-performance polyvinyl chloride and high-density polyethylene pipe across a variety of industries and applications including utility, solvent weld, electrical conduit, natural gas, irrigation, potable water and sewage. More information can be found at www.jmeagle.com.

SOURCE JM Eagle