Masonry Magazine May 2007 Page. 48
SAWS
changes and shoe adjustments, and an easier two-finger trigger. The saw also comes with a wide shoe for additional stability, and offers ergonomic handles for increased operator comfort.
Plunge-cut Saws
FOR THOSE WHO NEED plunge cut abilities, the 2007 633GC from ICS Blount Inc. of Portland, Ore., could provide the perfect option. Providing all of the functional benefits of the original ICS masonry chain saws, the 633GC is capable of making extreme, 16-inch-deep plunge cuts; square corners without over-cuts; anti-kickback performance; and wet cutting features.
The newest model also offers several improved features to help increase the product's longevity and decrease user fatigue, including: a sealed crankshaft, special air filter, a water-resistant electronic ignition, a new slurry channel feature that eliminates starter clogging, a more durable crankcase, and better vibration isolation - all of this and an engine that provides 6.5-horsepower at 8,700 rpm.
Another option for masonry crews needing to make plunge cuts or to complete renovation work is the WSR 1400-PE reciprocating saw by Hilti USA of Tulsa, Okla. A well established worker in the European masonry industry, reciprocating saws are starting to become included at U.S. construction job sites.
Hilti's new version has an impressive 13.5 amp motor with six speed settings, allowing for a full range of tasks, from delicate removal of individual bricks to faster, more aggressive cutting jobs. Some of the new improvements to the WSR 1400-PE are its Smart Power™ system, which allows the machine to maintain constant blade speed under load, and Active Vibration Reduction, which significantly reduces vibration and provides the operator better working comfort. It also features a heavy-duty front handle and a comfort side handle for improved handling and control.
Rounding out the introduction of this new powerhouse is Hilti's full line of carbide-tipped reciprocating blades.
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