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GAF Corporation Wayne Plant

GAF Corporation Wayne Plant

GAF Corporation Wayne Plant The GAF Corporation Wayne Plant manufactured asbestos-containing roofing shingles, siding, and floor tiles for the residential and commercial construction markets. The facility was a significant source of occupational and environmental asbestos exposure in northern New Jersey.

Last verified: 2026-03-09
Written by Paul Danziger, J.D. & Rod De Llano, J.D.
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Legally reviewed by Michelle Whitman, Mesothelioma Litigation Specialist
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30+ years of mesothelioma litigation experience
Location
Wayne, NJ
Industry
Roofing & Building Materials Manufacturing
Exposure Era
1940s–1980s
Primary Asbestos Products
Asbestos roofing shingles, Asbestos felt, Asbestos siding, Vinyl-asbestos floor tiles, Asbestos roll roofing
Job Categories at Risk
Roofing production workers, Machine operators, Material handlers, Maintenance crews, Quality inspectors

History & Asbestos Use

GAF Corporation, formerly General Aniline & Film, operated a large building materials manufacturing plant in Wayne, New Jersey. The facility produced asbestos-containing roofing shingles, siding, felt, and vinyl-asbestos floor tiles that were widely distributed across the United States. GAF was one of the top producers of asbestos roofing products in the country during the mid-20th century. The company faced thousands of asbestos personal injury lawsuits and eventually established a trust fund to compensate victims as part of its bankruptcy proceedings.

Exposure Details

Workers at the Wayne plant handled raw asbestos during the mixing and production of roofing and flooring products. Cutting, trimming, and packaging operations generated substantial airborne asbestos fiber concentrations. The manufacturing process involved saturating felt with asbestos-laden compounds, and workers in the saturation and forming areas experienced particularly heavy exposure.

Workers at Risk

The following job categories at GAF Corporation Wayne Plant had the highest risk of asbestos exposure:

  • Roofing production workers
  • Machine operators
  • Material handlers
  • Maintenance crews
  • Quality inspectors

Health Effects

Former GAF Wayne plant workers have developed mesothelioma, asbestosis, and lung cancer attributable to their occupational asbestos exposure. Workers in the mixing, cutting, and finishing departments had the highest rates of disease. Some community members in the Wayne area have also reported asbestos-related health concerns linked to plant emissions.

Health information is based on established medical research on asbestos exposure. Asbestos is classified as a known human carcinogen by the National Cancer Institute, the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Consult a physician for medical advice specific to your situation.

Compensation May Be Available

Workers exposed to asbestos at GAF Corporation Wayne Plant may be entitled to compensation through asbestos trust funds, personal injury lawsuits, or veterans benefits. Mesothelioma patients and their families have recovered billions in compensation from companies that manufactured or used asbestos products.

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Were You Exposed to Asbestos at GAF Corporation Wayne Plant?

Workers who were employed at GAF Corporation Wayne Plant between 1940s–1980s may have been exposed to asbestos-containing materials. If you've been diagnosed with mesothelioma, lung cancer, or asbestosis, you may have legal options including trust fund claims and lawsuits.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What products did GAF make at the Wayne plant?

The Wayne facility produced asbestos-containing roofing shingles, roofing felt, siding products, roll roofing, and vinyl-asbestos floor tiles for residential and commercial construction applications.

Is there a GAF asbestos trust fund?

Yes, GAF established an asbestos personal injury trust as part of its reorganization to compensate workers and others harmed by exposure to GAF's asbestos-containing products.

When did GAF stop using asbestos in its products?

GAF phased out most asbestos-containing products during the early 1980s, though workers may have encountered residual asbestos in the facility during maintenance and cleanup operations after that date.

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Sources:

  • OSHA compliance records — accessed 2026-03-09
  • New Jersey DEP records — accessed 2026-03-09
  • Product liability litigation documents — accessed 2026-03-09
  • Historical manufacturing records — accessed 2026-03-09
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