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Did you work with Baker Hughes Rock Bit Bearing Seals? According to publicly filed asbestos litigation records, it allegedly contained asbestos. Here is what it was, who was exposed, and who is responsible. Baker Hughes Rock Bit Bearing Seals, sold from the 1950s until 1985. Allegedly asbestos-fabric bearing seals on Baker Hughes (Hughes Tool / Reed) tricone rock bits exposed rig floormen and mechanics during bit changes and inspections, according to publicly filed asbestos litigation records. Allegedly asbestos-fabric bearing seals and asbestos-cloth grease retainers on sealed-bearing rock bits and journal-bearing tricone drill bits, according to publicly filed asbestos litigation records. Workers allegedly exposed around this product included Oilfield roughnecks, Drilling rig floormen, and Oilfield mechanics. Asbestos claims are brought against the companies that made the products. If you worked with or around Baker Hughes Rock Bit Bearing Seals and were later diagnosed with mesothelioma, asbestosis, or another asbestos-related disease, you may have a legal claim against the manufacturer. This is educational information from an independent publisher — not a law firm — and is not legal advice.
Product Description
Hughes Tool and Reed Rock Bit — later Baker Hughes — tricone rock bits allegedly used asbestos-fabric bearing seals and asbestos-cloth grease retainers on sealed-bearing and journal-bearing cones, according to publicly filed asbestos litigation records. Rig floormen allegedly broke used bits out of the drill string, and mechanics allegedly cut and disassembled the bits in the shop for inspection or salvage, allegedly liberating asbestos-fabric residue from the bearing cavities.
Workers Exposed
Roughnecks and floormen allegedly made and broke the bit connection on the rig floor. Drillers allegedly supervised the bit trip from the doghouse. Oilfield mechanics allegedly disassembled worn bits in the district shop. Warehouse hands allegedly handled and inspected returned bits.
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