Floor Saw Cutting

Floor Saw Cutting – Detailed Overview



What Is Floor Saw Cutting?



Floor saw cutting (also known as slab sawing) is the process of using a self-propelled walk-behind saw equipped with a diamond-tipped circular blade to make precise cuts in horizontal concrete or asphalt surfaces such as floors, pavements, roads, and slabs. These saws can be diesel, petrol, hydraulic, or electric-powered, depending on the job site and environmental needs.





Primary Uses of Floor Saw Cutting



1. Expansion Joint Cutting





  • Used to cut control joints or expansion joints in freshly poured concrete to prevent random cracking due to thermal movement or shrinkage.





2. Trenching and Utility Installation





  • Precise cutting of pavement or floor slabs to create trenches for plumbing, electrical conduits, or drainage systems.





3. Roadway and Pavement Modifications





  • Cutting asphalt or concrete roads for repair, resurfacing, or widening.




  • Creating clean edges for patching or removing damaged sections.





4. Structural Alterations and Demolition





  • Cutting floor sections for elevator pits, stair openings, or machine foundation adjustments.




  • Used during partial demolition of concrete floors or slabs without damaging adjacent structures.





5. Concrete Slab Removal





  • Pre-cutting sections of slabs before lifting or breaking them apart, improving safety and control during removal.





6. Creating Floor Access





  • Opening floors for the installation of mechanical equipment, vaults, or underground tanks.







Floor Sawing Equipment & Process



Equipment:





  • Walk-behind floor saw (petrol, diesel, electric, or hydraulic)




  • Diamond-blade (size varies by depth requirement)




  • Water system for blade cooling and dust control





Process:





  1. Surface Preparation: Area is cleared and marked according to the cut layout.




  2. Saw Setup: Blade is selected based on depth and material; saw is aligned with markings.




  3. Sawing Operation: Operator moves the saw along the surface, controlling depth, speed, and water flow.




  4. Slab Handling: After sawing, sections may be lifted out using cranes, forklifts, or demolition tools.