Erie Forge & Steel and the Legacy of Asbestos in Pennsylvania Industry
Key Takeaways Erie Forge & Steel was part of Pennsylvania’s long industrial history, where asbestos-containing materials were widely used to withstand the extreme heat of steel manufacturing. Workers may have encountered asbestos in furnace insulation, boilers, steam pipes, gaskets, protective clothing, roofing materials, and other industrial equipment. Maintenance, repair, renovation, and demolition activities often posed […]
