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Definitions

November 11, 2009 by ACG  
Filed under General Info

Below some definitions for some commonly used terms associated with asbestos and it’s use. Amosite – commonly known as brown asbestos, it is more dangerous than white asbestos, but not as bad as blue. Bituminize – to treat with bitumen. Calorifier – a form of water heater or boiler. Caulking – is a term used [...]

Soffit

October 6, 2009 by ACG  
Filed under AIB, Cement, Household Asbestos

AIB soffit. Soffit is a word of French origin to describe the underside of  parts of a building, including ceilings, archways and eaves. Asbestos cement sheet can be seen here, most likely used to repair the original structure.