What is diamond wire sawing?
Wire sawing uses a diamond cutting wire to separate concrete sections. It is a specialist option for substantial or awkwardly shaped sections where the dimensions, available access and removal sequence need a project-specific cutting plan.
Review the whole concrete section
Send drawings showing the section dimensions, proposed cut faces and surrounding structure. Photos should show the available space around it, including any areas that cannot be reached. The intended sequence and the structure that must remain help define the cutting requirements.
Support and removal are part of the conversation
Cut sections need an agreed handling plan. Identify the party coordinating support, lifting and removal, and describe the available route or lifting access. Existing reinforcement, embedded services and interfaces with adjacent demolition work should be included in the scope review.
Common project requirements
- Large concrete-section cutting
- Complex structural modifications
- Specialist demolition preparation
- Cuts requiring a project-specific method
What to send for a quote
- Section dimensions and structural drawings
- Available access around the section
- Proposed support and lifting arrangements
- Sequence and programme constraints
Don’t have every detail yet? Tell us what you know. The team can discuss what else is needed.
What affects pricing
- Section dimensions, material and the required cut faces.
- Access around the section, setup positions and cutting sequence.
- Support interfaces, lifting arrangements, collection and mobilisation.
The office reviews these factors before scope and pricing are agreed. A requested date is subject to confirmed availability.
Planning the work
- Review the section geometry, cut layout and accessible positions around the structure.
- Coordinate the cut sequence with the project’s support, lifting and removal arrangements.
- Agree material handling, slurry management, work-area restrictions and package boundaries.
Scope and responsibilities
Wire sawing is a cutting method, not a structural design or lifting service by default. Confirm support, investigation, lifting, removal and disposal as separate responsibilities in the project scope.
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