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Asbestos Pipe Covering
Pipes are often subject to the most severe weather conditions imaginable. They may be used in regions where temperatures regularly fall below zero degrees and therefore be put at risk of freezing over. Or, they may need to endure great heat during blistering summer days. To protect the piping, as well as the liquids and gasses that they carry internally, an insulating cover was created.
Pipe covering is a protective product that helps keep piping at a steady temperature and is usually even resistant to fire. As such, it must be made out of heavy duty materials that can survive in even the worst conditions. For decades one of the best resources to accomplish this was a type of naturally occurring mineral called asbestos. It possessed the necessary qualities, and was also extremely strong and inexpensive to mine. Pipes all over the country were insulated and secured with products made out of this remarkable resource.
Unfortunately, the serious flaw with asbestos was not discovered for many years. By the 1970's, public attention was diverted to the newly realized fact that this useful mineral is also poisonous. Tiny bits of the material can easily enter the human respiratory system and create massive amounts of internal damage. Exposure to asbestos often comes with a deadly result in the form of respiratory diseases and the cancerous asbestosis and Mesothelioma. It soon became clear that used of this hazardous material must stop immediately.
Sadly, not everyone felt that way. A few unethical manufacturers sided with their own greed over the safety of employees and customers. They demanded that production continue with this toxic substance and did not even notify their workers of the danger. Many lives could have been saved if they would have at least alerted people that they were working with asbestos, thus allowing them to wear protective gear. People who purchased these products were also endangered. Although a solid piece of pipe covering may be perfectly safe, if it is cut, torn or modified at any time, asbestos particles are likely to be released and inhaled by unfortunate victims.
Were you affected by products that contained asbestos? If so, you may be eligible to participate in one of the many thousands of class action lawsuits that have been filed against companies that produced these goods. Find out more about what you can do by ordering our free informational packet.