The MACK Group, LLC Completes the Asbestos Abatement of the Former Point Pleasant Hospital in Point Pleasant, NJ.x

April 2006 - The MACK Group, LLC recently completed the asbestos abatement of the former Point Pleasant Hospital located in Point Pleasant New Jersey. The project consisted of the removal of various asbestos containing materials as well as the abatement of several large boilers.

The project scope consisted of the asbestos abatement of 200,000 square feet of asbestos floor tile and mastic, 70,000 square feet of asbestos roofing, 6000 lineal feet of asbestos piping, 3500 square feet of asbestos sprayed-on fireproofing and the removal of several asbestos containing boilers.

Because the former hospital had been vacant for a long period of time, all utilities were disconnected. The MACK Group, LLC utilized their large onsite generators to supply all power for the 60 HEPA negative air filtration units used inside the work area containments. The MACK Group, LLC also utilized their Terminator floor-scraping machine to assist with the removal of the floor tile and mastic. Also utilized to complete the scope were several skid steers (Bobcat brand), aerial lifts, chutes and twenty of their NJ licensed asbestos workers.

The project schedule was aggressive as the developer needed to complete the project quickly in order to immediately start building the future condominiums. The Mack Group, LLC beat this fast track schedule by 2 weeks. In addition, the work was completed without injury or incident.

The current property owner plans to build several luxury condominiums on the property. The property is located on the corner of the Manasquan River and the Point Pleasant Canal offering spectacular views.

The MACK Group, LLC is an asbestos abatement and demolition contractor that operates on a nationwide basis. Services include asbestos abatement, asbestos removal, asbestos siding removal, asbestos tile removal, demolition, Terminator flooring removals, Shot Blast/Blastrac services and fluorescent bulb and ballast recycling services.

Contact Information

The MACK Group, LLC 1500 Kings Hwy. N., Ste 209 Cherry Hill, NJ 08034 Tel: 973-759-5000 Fax: 973-759-5554 Web: http://www.MACKgrp.com

Stephen King (973) 759-5000 ext. 302 SKing@mackgrp.com

How To Handle Asbestos In Your Home

Asbestos has been related with many debilitating diseases. Asbestos was once a widely used building material because it is strong and durable. If you live in a home that is over 20 years old there is a possibility that there is asbestos in your home. Asbestos was banned from being used in 1985, but asbestos already in place remains unless removed. If you suspect there is asbestos in your home there are some things you can do.

Asbestos is not harmful unless it is disturbed, such as during remodeling. So the first thing to do is to stay calm. Even if you have asbestos in your home you may not have been exposed to its harmful effects. Asbestos can not be identified form appearance alone, so it is important to call an inspector to test the area of suspicion. Most often asbestos can be found in roofs, wall panels, pipes and bath panels. If you suspect asbestos it is best to let a professional handle the situation. It is important not to disturb the area until after testing.

There are a few different ways to deal with and remove asbestos from your home. Sealing or asbestos encapsulation is where undamaged asbestos is coated with a substance that prevents the asbestos fibers from becoming airborne. If the asbestos is not intact and is crumbling or damaged then it should be covered or remove. It is important to seek the help of a professional in this matter.

Asbestos can be harmful if not handled properly. It is very important if you have damaged areas that are suspected to contain asbestos, that you get them inspected and removed if necessary. It is also important to remember that undamaged asbestos posses no immediate harm and if coated will prevent further problems. Always handle asbestos situations seriously and correct problems immediately. Stephen Kreutzer is a freelance publisher based in Cupertino, California. He publishes articles and reports in various ezines and provides asbestos information on CyberTopics!