Masonry Magazine October 2008 Page. 44
POWER TOOLS
Arbortech-
AS160 brick and mortar saw
Since the tool runs at only 6,500 rpms, users have a lot of control during cuts, he says. In addition, the cutting action helps reduce silica dust. "As you're hammering and chipping, it creates large particles of debris, not fly dust, that fall to the ground," Schweitzer says, noting that users can attach a vacuum to collect the dust. The $1,065 purchase price includes a set of general purpose, tuckpointing and plunge blades.
Time-saving power cutter
FOR MASONRY CONTRACTORS who want to cut materials inside or outside while keeping dust and slurry to a minimum, Husqvarna in Olathe, Kan., offers a line of power cutters.
Husqvarna -
K3000
"It cuts brick, stone and block," says Mike Ward, product manager for power cutters for Husqvarna. "It's an all purpose tool for masonry. It increases production, because you don't have to mark the material, score it, and take it out and cut it. You can cut it on the spot."
Taking material to the saw, rather than the other way around, can waste time, especially when cutting materials that are heavy to carry, he says.
Product Watch
Multiquip's Handheld Core Drill
Multiquip's CDM-1H handheld core drill is designed for multiple applications. This single-speed model excels in wet drilling applications up to three inches in diameter, or it can be used with Multiquip's Cobra dry drilling bits up to five inches in diameter. The Cobra is made specifically for drilling reinforced concrete dry. The CDM-1H drill is ideal for electrical and plumbing jobs where operators need to drill through walls and floors.
With 11 amps and 115 volts the handheld core drill operates at 0-1,800 rpm and weighs only 9 pounds. It comes with an adjustable shoulder rest, a three-position hand grip and intermal water feed. A carry case and tools are also included. For more information, visit www.multiquip.com.
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