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ABOUT asbestos

 Asbestos is a naturally occurring mineral composed of flexible, heat-resistant fibers. It has been used for thousands of years, with ancient civilizations like the Greeks and Romans incorporating it into pottery, clothing, and insulation. Its durability, resistance to fire, and insulating properties made asbestos popular in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly during the Industrial Revolution. It became a key material in construction, automotive, and manufacturing industries worldwide. 

hardiflex CAN CONTAIN asbestos

 Hardiflex asbestos sheeting was a popular building material commonly used in the mid-20th century, particularly in walls, ceilings, and eaves. Manufactured as a fiber cement product, it often contained chrysotile (white asbestos) to improve strength, durability, and fire resistance. Hardiflex was widely chosen for residential and commercial construction due to its affordability and versatility. 

villaboard CAN CONTAIN asbestos

 Villaboard asbestos sheeting was a durable and versatile building material widely used in residential construction during the mid-20th century. Commonly found in wet areas like bathrooms, kitchens, and laundries, it contained chrysotile (white asbestos) to enhance its strength and water resistance. Villaboard was favored for its smooth finish and suitability for tiled surfaces. 

Asbestos removal SINGLETON

Hunter Asbestos Services specializes in asbestos removal in the Singleton area.

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types of asbestos

Chrysotile (White Asbestos)

Chrysotile (White Asbestos)

Chrysotile (White Asbestos)

  • The most common type, accounting for about 95% of asbestos used globally.
  • Part of the serpentine group, it has flexible, curly fibers.
  • Found in roofing materials, brake linings, cement, and insulation.

Amosite (Brown Asbestos)

Chrysotile (White Asbestos)

Chrysotile (White Asbestos)

  •  Belonging to the amphibole group, amosite has straight, brittle fibers.
  • Commonly used in cement sheets, insulation boards, and ceiling tiles.
  • Known for its higher risk of inhalation due to sharp fibers.

Crocidolite (Blue Asbestos)

Chrysotile (White Asbestos)

Crocidolite (Blue Asbestos)

  • The most hazardous type of asbestos, part of the amphibole group.
  • Its thin, needle-like fibers make it highly dangerous when airborne.
  • Used in steam engines, pipe insulation, and spray-on coatings.

Tremolite

Anthophyllite

Crocidolite (Blue Asbestos)

  • Found as a contaminant in other minerals like talc and vermiculite.
  • Not commonly used industrially but can occur naturally in some construction materials.

Anthophyllite

Anthophyllite

Anthophyllite

  • Rarely used but occasionally found in composite materials and insulation.
  • Has brittle fibers and occurs naturally alongside talc deposits.

Actinolite

Anthophyllite

Anthophyllite

  • Typically a contaminant in other asbestos-containing products.
  • Its fibers are sharp and dangerous, posing a health risk when disturbed.

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Where could asbestos be found?

AREA'S WE SERVICE

NEWCASTLE

HUNTER REGION

UPPER HUNTER

HAWKS NEST

SINGLETON

MUSWELLBROOK

CESSNOCK

MAITLAND

BRANXTON

WOLLOMBI

SCONE

MERRIWA

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