Strange stuff, this aerated concrete. It turns out that it can be processed with nail floats, and even if desired, the block can be cut into two halves with an ordinary wood hacksaw. Of course, after this procedure, an ordinary hacksaw for ejection.
In order to cut blocks into pieces, which is a necessary process during construction, various equipment is used, from a manual drive to an automated one, i.e. machines. Here is an example: the cost of this belt mechanism is more than 300 thousand rubles. And it is only suitable for construction companies.
There are chain-driven machines, they have a price tag of up to one hundred thousand rubles. It is advisable to take it if you build more than one house. And it is better to make it yourself beforehand.
Now I'll tell you about what I used to cut blocks. For this procedure, I used a cheap chainsaw from the traffic light. Naturally, an ordinary chain is enough for one or two blocks. Therefore, I acquired a special one. With victorious solders Stihl 36RD3
He did an excellent job of cutting blocks, it was enough for him for a long time. Cuts gas silicate blocks like a knife through butter. I recommend this method of cutting when working in "one person" so as not to waste muscle strength and time for this procedure. Leaf through the gallery >>>
I also considered it necessary to purchase a special hacksaw, I also liked working with it. Although it does not have pobedit teeth, hardened metal, the hacksaw copes well with the task of cutting concrete, silicate. >>>
I think this option is suitable for those who have assistants at the construction site, one puts blocks, the second brings and cuts.
Such a set of chainsaw and hacksaw allowed me, without fatigue and special physical exertion, to cut aerated concrete into the desired pieces. And here is the process itself:
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