DANGER - even in unexpected products.
AMF (artificial mineral fibres)
… are used today mainly for heat and noise insulation, and as fire protection, e.g. in trusses, acoustic ceilings, footfall sound insulation, and pipe insulation.
Artificial mineral fibres are still regarded as ideal thermal insulation materials. The current generation of AMF products is regarded as harmless.
Some of the older products have however been found to
have carcinogenic properties.
Remediation of AMF materials is carried out by trained personnel in compliance with the German directive TGRS 521 (Technical Rules for Hazardous Materials: AMF).
clean and safe.