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Rock Wool Manufacturing Company

Page Updated on March 01, 2022
Paul DanzigerPage Reviewed and Edited by Mesothelioma Attorney Paul Danziger

The Rock Wool Manufacturing Company produces insulation for construction and maritime industries. Although the company no longer uses asbestos in any of its products, a long history of asbestos use led to many lawsuits. It eventually filed for bankruptcy, reorganized, and set up a trust fund for victims.

If you suffer from mesothelioma, asbestosis, or asbestos-related lung cancer, you may be eligible for a large amount of compensation. Currently, there is over $30 billion in asbestos trust funds set up for those who have been diagnosed with an asbestos-related illness. We invite you to fill out our form today for a free Financial Compensation Packet, filled with information about experienced mesothelioma lawyers in your area, how to get paid in 90 days, how to file an asbestos trust fund claim, and much more.

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Rock Wool Manufacturing Company History

Rock Wool Manufacturing Company started in 1943 as a residential blowing wool insulation manufacturing company.

By the 1950s, the company expanded considerably and started manufacturing mineral wool boards and insulating cement for the industrial market. The company continued to grow throughout several decades, adding numerous construction-related products to its line.

By the late 1980s, Rock Wool stopped using asbestos in its products, but many people had already been affected by the company’s products by that time. Over the next numerous years, Rock Wool faced numerous asbestos-related lawsuits.

Rock Wool Manufacturing Company Bankruptcy and Lawsuits

By 1996, the amount of asbestos-related cases against Rock Wool was so high that the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy.

Part of the conditions of filing bankruptcy was to set up an asbestos trust fund once the company emerged from bankruptcy.

Consequently, once Rock Wool emerged, it created the Asbestos Resolution Trust to pay for all current and future asbestos and mesothelioma claims against the company.

The trust fund is intended for both personal injury and property damage asbestos claims.

According to the trust fund’s official site:

  • The amount to be paid will be based on available funds and the total number of claims.
  • Claims will be paid on a first received priority basis randomized in seven (7) day intervals.
  • Claim payments were made on July 28th for many of the claimants accepted by the Rutland Fire Clay Asbestos Trust.
  • Claim payments were made on September 30th for many of the claimants accepted by the M.H. Detrick Co. Asbestos Trust and the Rock Wool Mfg. Co. Asbestos Trust.

Occupations Affected By Rock Wool Manufacturing Company

Rock Wool distributed its products to different residential and industrial buildings. Not only were former Rock Wool employees affected, but a number of workers in numerous other occupations fell ill after working around the company’s products, including:

  • Navy service members
  • Shipbuilders
  • Construction workers
  • Power plant workers
  • Electricians
  • Manufacturers
  • Warehouse workers
  • Technicians
  • Painters

Rock Wool Asbestos Products

Rock Wool used asbestos in a variety of its products for numerous years, including the following:

  • One Shot Insulating Cement
  • High Temp Insulating Cement
  • Thermal Pipe Insulation

Rock Wool Manufacturing Company Today

Rock Wool is currently still in business, and its headquarters remain in Leeds, Alabama.

Most of the company’s products are under the brand name Delta and include insulation, mesh blankets, fibreboard, and more. As aforementioned, Rock Wool no longer uses asbestos in any of its products.

If you worked with or around Rock Wool products in the past, you could be at risk for an asbestos illness. A mesothelioma lawyer can help you seek compensation.

Additional Information and Resources for Asbestos Victims

If you’ve been injured by asbestos, keep in mind that there is a good chance that you’ll qualify for considerable compensation. Don’t forget to fill out our form to get our free Financial Compensation Packet, filled with information on the experienced asbestos and mesothelioma attorneys in your area.

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Paul Danziger grew up in Houston, Texas and earned a law degree from Northwestern University School of Law in Chicago. For over 25 years years he has focused on representing mesothelioma cancer victims and others hurt by asbestos exposure. Paul and his law firm have represented thousands of people diagnosed with mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer, recovering significant compensation for injured clients. Every client is extremely important to Paul and he will take every call from clients who want to speak with him. Paul and his law firm handle mesothelioma cases throughout the United States.

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References
  1. http://www.rand.org/content/dam/rand/pubs/monographs/2005/RAND_MG162.sum.pdf
  2. http://www.resasb.org/LogIn2.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fdefault.aspx
  3. http://resasb.org/Pdf%20Docs/trustagr.pdf
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