Year: 2016

A circular saw or cut-off saw can be used for a variety of operations in the construction trade, namely cutting steel, concrete, bricks, blocks or asphalt. It is important you select the right blade for the job you want to carry out. A cut-off saw’s diamond cutting wheel/blade rotates at extremely high speeds. The blade of the saw …Read more»

Diamond Cutting blades/wheels for cut-off machines are exposed to extremely high loads especially during freehand cutting, so it is important that you store and transport your blades carefully to preserve their core strength and quality. – Do not expose your diamond cutting blades to direct sunshine or other thermal stresses during transport and storage – Avoid jolting and impacts – Stack …Read more»

First ensure the object to be cut: – is fully supported – is secured so it cannot roll or slip off – is prevented from vibrating. The sequence of the cuts is important. Always make the last cut so that the cutting wheel does not become jammed ensuring that you are not endangered by the severed or separated part. If necessary, …Read more»

The cutting wheel (diamond cutting blade) must be guided straight in the cut, without wedging. Never exert lateral pressure on the cutting blade. Do not stand in line with the cutting blade. Do not lean too far forwards and never bend over the cutting blade, especially when the deflector has been pulled back. Don’t cut above shoulder height. Do not press down …Read more»

The cutting of concrete places specific demands on the diamond blade, as it is generally a hard material and can cause problems if the incorrect blade type is used. The right level of diamond content and a suitable bond matrix to fix the diamonds to the segment are crucial to prevent the blade wearing too …Read more»

Cutting with cut-off Saws – Wear good quality respirators. Every day landscapers and construction workers use petrol driven cut-off saws (disc cutters) to cut slabs, bricks, block paviours, roofing tiles and a host of other materials. Natural stone and concrete materials used in landscaping and construction contain Silica, and in some instances the material can be up to …Read more»

Council fined £500k for safety failings A London council has been fined after a road worker suffered a serious injury whilst cutting trees using a Sthil cut-off saw fitted with an inappropriate blade. Southwark Crown Court heard how the employee of London Borough of Havering sustained a serious cut injury just above his left knee. The blade …Read more»

Diamond cutting discs or blades are designed specifically for cutting different types of materials and you should always select the right cutting blade for the job in hand. If you’re unsure Global Diamond Tools can help you select the right blade. You should check the centre spindle hole for damage. Do not use a diamond cutting blade with …Read more»

Global Diamond sell high quality diamond cutting blades for cut-off circular saws for the professional user. The teeth of a circular saw might snag causing the machine to react in a highly aggressive, uncontrolled and dangerous manner as responsible trade retailers we want to minimise any accidents that can occur using these powerful machines. So …Read more»

If you’re raking or cutting out mortar on long runs of brickwork you should use a Global Diamond Mortar Raking Blade – Premier Range. These Diamond Mortar Raking Blades are designed specifically to remove mortar from joints in brick and block work with a 6.4mm wide segment to reduce time and effort ready for repointing. The …Read more»