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Masonry contractors who are still buying run-of-the-mill diamond blades may not realize there's a revolution going on in blade technology. Better diamond placement means blades are able to cut faster through a greater variety of materials and last longer

Tighter restrictions on dust control combined with a need for greater versatility and maneuverability are driving the market. Mark Michaels, director of product management for Olathe, Kan.-based Husqvarna Construction Products North America, says his