HiTemp Boards - Mesothelioma and Asbestos Exposure Risks

The Philip Carey Manufacturing Corporation and its successor organizations were the largest manufacturers and distributors of products made from asbestos. During its reign as the leading asbestos materials producer, the Philip Carey Manufacturing Corporation produced a slew of asbestos products, including supplies for industries such as shipbuilding and manufacturing, commercial supplies and materials used in the construction and renovation of homes and offices.

The most widely sold and lucrative products were various types of asbestos insulation, which could be used to insulate attics, basements, boiler rooms and factories against extreme temperatures. The Philip Carey Manufacturing Corporation and its successors manufactured and distributed these insulation products, one of which was the popular HiTemp Board, using the HiTemp Products Incorporated trade name. Under this trade name, the Philip Carey Manufacturing Corporation manufactured the dangerous asbestos HiTemp Board insulation that would find its way into thousands of residences and commercial buildings around the country.

The HiTemp Board was successful because it was relatively affordable, durable and was a great insulator. During the years when HiTemp Boards were being produced, asbestos was a popular insulation ingredient because it is an extremely poor conductor of heat, weighs very little and doesn't cost much to mine. Over the years, thousands of workers who manufactured or regularly came into contact with asbestos materials have developed life-threatening illnesses such as mesothelioma.

Those who worked with the HiTemp Board are no exception to these staggering figures. In the 1960s, the percentage of HiTemp Board workers who had developed mesothelioma and other fatal illnesses was brought to the attention of Philip Carey executives. These executives ignored the stark evidence, opting instead to continue manufacturing a lucrative product.

As a result of this negligence, the Philip Carey Manufacturing Corporation and its successors became the subject of numerous lawsuits. Many of the plaintiffs had developed mesothelioma or another asbestos-related illness as a result of their contact with HiTemp Boards. In most cases, the manufacturer was found liable for having neglected to discontinue the manufacture of asbestos-containing products despite their dangers.

If you have worked for a corporation that manufactured or used asbestos-containing products, you may have been exposed to dangerous asbestos fibers. Like countless other workers, you could also be at risk of developing mesothelioma or other serious asbestos-related illnesses, including lung cancer and asbestosis. If you have already been diagnosed with an asbestos-related illness, please fill out the request form on this page to receive a free informational packet.

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