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Which building elements are often insulated with mineral wool? Name two areas of application.

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What must be specially borne in mind in storing mineral wool?

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Before mineral wool insulation is installed, the substrate must be prepared properly: it must be and , any material must be removed. The wall must be enough.

The substrate must not be exposed to moisture subsequently. Rising  is impermissible.

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The adhesive can be applied  the insulation panel. On a flat substrate the adhesive is applied with a combination of  ; if the substrate is not quite flat, it is applied all over with a  . Afterwards the panels are laid edge to edge and pressed firmly in place. In addition to bonding, they must be anchored with suitable  .

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What is specially important as regards health and safety when mineral wool is employed?

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When is re-using mineral wool permissible? When is it permissible to dispose of mineral wool at a landfill?

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Which health hazards must be avoided when mineral wool is employed?

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