Diamond Cutting Advantages

Diamond Cutting Advantages Conventional Removal Systems
   
Time Time
Fast Slow, Methodical
Less operators Labour intensive
Pre-outage work possible Pre-outage work not possible
Cuts rebar and other metals Metal cutting required
   
Structural Integrity Structural Integrity
Vibration free High impact vibration causes micro fractures of concrete
Ability to remove large amounts of concrete whilst maintaining structural integrity Potential damage to remaining structure or nearby equipment
   
Noise / Dust / Debris Noise / Dust / Debris
Non-disruptive to surrounding operations Disruptive
Relatively quiet Loud
Pieces cut to size Creates rubble
Dust free Extremely dusty
Large bulk removal capability Time consuming clean up
   
Limited Access Limited Access
Remote operations possible Inflexible equipment
Cut in close space Restricted movement
Underwater operations possible Underwater operations difficult or impossible
Easily cuts around existing pipes, electrical fixtures and equipment Difficult to work around piping and equipment

*Resource Reference: Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association - Australia

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