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Concrete Cutting and Drilling Specialist: Concrete Sawing and Drilling Services from one of NSW leading Concrete Cutting and Drilling Contractors with over 20 years Experience in the field.

Safety Requirements When Cutting Concrete

Concrete cutting despite being a labour-intensive task, it also a job that abounds with dangers to the staff performing it, but also to the environment. In order to keep the safety at high standards, minimize injuries and keep the pollution of the environment at an absolute minimum, some safety precautions and specialist equipment must be used. Also, every employee must have the training that ensures the proper use of the safety equipment and to be able to identify faulty items and prevent further use of them. The minimum standard of safety equipment includes: respirators, safety glasses, hard hat, high visibility clothing, hearing protection and protective footwear. (more…)

How to Hire Local Concrete Cutting Company

Concrete surfaces and structures don`t last forever, so if you require a concrete cutter in Sydney we may think it is best to hire skilled and properly qualified operator to create cracks and to facilitate the demolition. Drilling down and cutting down are always followed with a huge mess and dust so it is always better to find local, professional concrete cutting contractor. They can do a much cleaner and more efficient job. On the face of it, you need to visualise someone with proper equipment and skills together with maximum resources. Hiring Sydney based concrete cutters with a proven track record and plenty of experience is the first criteria when making such a huge decision.

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Overview of Concrete Cutting Blades

Cutting concrete is a tough job, but it doesn’t have to be hard or dangerous. The prospect of cutting concrete blocks or slabs, walls or floors or other resistant surfaces can be sometimes daunting. Understand concrete sawing technologies and selecting the right tools can help you make more professional, clean cuts for any project. To achieve optimum results you need to invest in the right blades with the correct characteristics to slice evenly through the concrete.

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Most Common Concrete Hazards and Their Solutions

Concrete is one of the most used construction material in the world and is perhaps one of the most durable. Just because it is durable and resistant, doesn’t mean it cannot develop problems overtime. Every operation that implements concrete cutting and drilling must include work safety training and equipment. The training of concrete cutting workers should include workplace safety, dealing with risks associated with demolition of patios, sidewalks, driveways, retaining walls, and concrete structures. Concrete problems can’t occur if you hire knowledgeable staff – familiar with all safe practices and procedures relevant for the work to be performed.
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Compliant Curb Cuts and Pedestrian Crossings

We are all familiar with how important curb cuts are as street elements for more friendly design, that allow easy access to and from the sidewalk. They provide an accessible route for every street user; pedestrians, cyclists, mothers with strollers although sometimes designers overlook them. A curb cut is a ramp that connects the sidewalks to the road, so the separation becomes clearer and the entire street is more accessible for people with disabilities who are transiting from a road to a sidewalk.

The most common type of curb ramp are those with 90-degree angle. Professional kerb cuttings are easily noticeable from a distance due to the use of different types of bricks. (more…)

What is Kerb Cutting and Why It is so Important?

In every low-speed environment, kerb cutting  is  a very effective solution that enables vehicle traffic. There are more types of kerbs categorized by shape, material, height, and purpose. They are usually constructed from cement concrete, blocks or stone and often have a vertical or nearly-vertical shape, known as a barrier used to discourage motor vehicle drivers from leaving the roadway. The slope square of 90° makes it easier and safer for pedestrians to walk on the street. With our custom made kerb saws we ensure all the capacity needed to accomplish all your requirements with residential and commercial driveway entrances, ramps, access ramps and any other form of cutting needs. Our equipment is highly professional and suitable with the latest innovations and achievements in cutting technology, which allow us to adapt these saws for unconventional requests. (more…)