Whenever you have the need of concrete cutting and sawing it is important to know what factors can affect your cutting performance. Cut-off equipment and diamond chainsaws are most common concrete cutting tools used in this industry. Whenever used their usage overlap quite a bit, but these two tools are not identical. Hence understanding the differences between these two types, you can easily make the right choice for your next job.
Cut-off – standard industry machines
The easy choice for the most of the concrete cutting needs, cut-off machines are hand-held saws used to cut concrete, asphalt and metal surfaces. Usually are available in 12- 14 inch size and can be powered by gas powered, a hydraulic power unit, compressor or electricity motor. While the usage mostly of the persons handling such machines practice a composite abrasive wheel or diamond blade to cut in various needs. (more…)