Imagine complex high-integrity components, without joints or welds, from design to finished product in a matter of weeks. Proxima combines Powder Metallurgy (PM) and Hot Isostatic Pressing (HIP) to realise this possibility, creating near-net-shaped parts without the need for bespoke tooling. The result is a reduction in costs, resources and lead times whilst maximising design flexibility.
Proxima’s technology is trusted by leading businesses in the most highly regulated, quality-demanding industries.
Proxima combines Powder Metallurgy and Hot Isostatic Processing (PM-HIP) to manufacture high-integrity components.
| Method | Effectiveness | Risk Level | |--------|--------------|-------------| | Plunger (flanged) | High for solids | None | | Toilet auger (snake) | High for deep clogs | Low | | Baking soda + vinegar | Low for toilets | Very low | | Chemical drain cleaner | | High – damages pipes & toxic | Final Verdict ✅ Safe to try: Hot tap water + dish soap, poured slowly. ❌ Never use: Boiling water from a stove. 🛠 Call a plumber if: The toilet overflows, drains very slowly for days, or makes gurgling sounds (possible main line clog).
When in doubt, reach for a plunger before the kettle.
If you’ve encountered a slow-draining or clogged toilet, you may have heard the old DIY trick: pour hot water down the bowl. Does it work? Or will it crack your porcelain and leave you with a bigger (and wetter) problem?
| Method | Effectiveness | Risk Level | |--------|--------------|-------------| | Plunger (flanged) | High for solids | None | | Toilet auger (snake) | High for deep clogs | Low | | Baking soda + vinegar | Low for toilets | Very low | | Chemical drain cleaner | | High – damages pipes & toxic | Final Verdict ✅ Safe to try: Hot tap water + dish soap, poured slowly. ❌ Never use: Boiling water from a stove. 🛠 Call a plumber if: The toilet overflows, drains very slowly for days, or makes gurgling sounds (possible main line clog).
When in doubt, reach for a plunger before the kettle. pouring hot water down toilet
If you’ve encountered a slow-draining or clogged toilet, you may have heard the old DIY trick: pour hot water down the bowl. Does it work? Or will it crack your porcelain and leave you with a bigger (and wetter) problem? | Method | Effectiveness | Risk Level |