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Old 3/13/09, 9:29 PM
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Default encapsulated asbestos piping insulation

anyone got any good photos of a properly encapsulated system?

I've a feeling this was not proper!!!


... and before you say it... I know some of it is NOT asbestos... but a lot likely is...
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Old 3/13/09, 9:54 PM
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Default Re: encapsulated asbestos piping insulation

Best way to encapsulate it is to put a metal jacket around it. These guys do excellent work. Big $$$
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Old 3/26/09, 6:36 PM
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Default Re: encapsulated asbestos piping insulation

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anyone got any good photos of a properly encapsulated system?

I've a feeling this was not proper!!!


... and before you say it... I know some of it is NOT asbestos... but a lot likely is...
What did we ever do before duct tape, tin foil, & coat hangers???
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Default Re: encapsulated asbestos piping insulation

Encsapsulating cloth (same as welding blankets) and an encapsulant product is the cheapest (and proper) way to do it. Metal will work, but too expensive.



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