Compressed flat asbestos cement sheeting

Description

Compressed, high density AC sheet with double face, commonly thicker than AC flat sheeting. Sold in square or rectangular panels. Smooth surface both sides or with single side non-skid patterned surface.

Internal and external use. Developed for weather-proof, moisture-proof applications.  

A dense, high strength, durable building product for bathroom/toilet partitions in commercial premises and public buildings, spandrel panels and porch flooring. Advertised for curtain walls, balustrades on bridges and balconies, stairtreads, bathroom floors, a base for tiles, suspended decks, sun louvres, windowsills, laboratory bench tops and permanent formwork applications such as bridge decking .

Six thickness profiles ranging from 6mm to 24mm.

Brands/products
  • Fibrolite
  • Compressed thick sheets
Years of production/use

1970s-1980s

Residential uses

Decks, landings, flooring, balustrades on multi-storey apartments

Industrial uses

Balustrades on bridges, toilet partitions

Be aware

Weathering combined with direct contact such as foot traffic, will have increased damage effect.

Email: enquiries@asbestossafety.gov.au

Phone: 1300 326 148

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