Abstract: A shot-free millboard is asbestos-free and also free of unfiberized material, or shot, which can cause miscrosopic defects in glass sheet. The millboard of the present invention is suitable for use as float roll covering material.

Abstract: A flexible thermally insulative refractory composition resistant to molten material attack or penetration containing, in various combination, components of inorganic fiber, phenolic resin, latex, anionic and cationic polymers.

Abstract: A thermal insulation device for insulating irregularly shaped objects such as pipe flanges and fittings is described which comprises a flexible thermal insulation member of specified dimensions adhered to a cover sheet and also containing detection means for detecting leakage from the flange or fitting to be insulated. The device is removably attached to the flange or fitting by securing means. The device thus provides efficient thermal insulation of pipe flanges, fittings and the like while permitting easy and prompt detection of any leakage from within the structure.