Glossary

A viscous mixture of asphalt and a filler material such as fine sand or asbestos; hardens when exposed to air;

The process of applying asphalt for various construction purposes, as in waterproofing basements and roof decks.

Abbr. for automatic sprinkler riser

A device which draws a stream of liquid or air through it by means of suction which is produced by

In an air-conditioned room, the pulling of room air into the moving air-stream which is discharging from a diffuser.

A mixture of slow-setting emulsified asphalt, fine aggregate, and mineral filler, with water added to produce a slurry consistency.