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Best Practices for Gas-Powered Cut-Off Saws
Gas Cut-Off Concrete Saws, commonly referred to as hand-held saws, power cutters, chop-saws, or concrete saws, are essential tools for concrete contractors. They are designed to take on the toughest tasks and offer the most portability as possible.
Esch Saw and Blade Safety Training
A perfect safety record is no accident. Esch Saw & Blade Safety Training™ is a great addition to your company’s safety day. Our training is designed to better educate you about saw kickback, safety features, and approved cutting wheels.
Featured Brands and Vendors
Check out the selection of brands and vendors we use to supply our customers with the best diamond tools, equipment, accessories, and replacement parts to complete your job with confidence
Husqvarna's New Solution to Saw Operator Safety - SmartGuard™ Helmets
Recently Husqvarna announced they are releasing an addition to their smartguard saw safety PPE family. The SmartGuard™ Safety Helmet is here to enhance saw operator safety and decrease the severity of injury if a kickback occurs.
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In-Field Demos - About Esch Construction Supply
We provide knowledgeable guidance and troubleshooting on your job site to eliminate any time-wasting trial and error, keeping you and your team productive all day. Every project and product is unique. We test all of our products to learn their successes and limitations.
Fast & Accurate Delivery - About Esch Construction Supply
We have a great history of providing outstanding customer service in the Midwest, which includes local delivery. Although the company is no longer operating out of the trunk of a car, your order could still be delivered by one of our industry experts in the Esch fleet.
Customized Solutions - About Esch Construction Supply
Whether the need is a simple fix, like finding a blade for a unique cutting application, or complex like developing new dust-free solutions, we strive to always provide a solution.
Our Company - About Esch Construction Supply
At Esch Construction Supply, we are a team of diamond tool and cutting equipment specialists. Esch is the go-to supplier for contractors who specialize in cutting concrete, asphalt, and stone. In our years in the industry, we've been alongside our customers cutting over six million feet of concrete.
The Purpose Behind Esch Saw and Blade Safety Training™
Esch Saw and Blade Safety Training™ is designed with the contractor in mind. The primary goal is to provide you and your crews with the knowledge and experience to maintain a safe and accident-free workplace. Dan Esch, Owner of Esch Construction Supply, explains how our Saw and Blade Safety Training came to fruition and why it's so important to educate the construction industry.
How to Start a Gas-Powered Cut-Off Saw
Saw operators on job sites ask us questions like, "Am I starting my saw right?" or "Why isn't my saw starting up right away?" Knowing how to start your cut-off properly saw can help extend the life of your equipment and ensure operator safety.
How To Attach The Esch Edge Eater™ to a Metabo Grinder
The Edge Eater™ is a dust-free solution to create or clean up a 45° chamfer on a concrete edge. Developed exclusively for Metabo T-Series and W-Series grinders. The Edge Eater™ is ideal for making chamfered edges in parking garages, precast concrete, concrete pole bases, and columns.
Stihl® Policies - What Items Can & Can't Be Shipped
As a distributor of Stihl products, we’re often asked why they do not allow distributors to ship their equipment directly to customers. While this may seem unusual in today's world, there are solid reasons behind this decision that highlight Stihl's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.
iQ Power Tools Introduces the iQ1550 21.5" Dry-Cut Dustless Masonry Saw
iQ Power Tools Introduces the NEW iQ1550 Masonry Saw, a 21.5" Electric Masonry Saw with an Integrated Dust Collection Vacuum. The new saw has the ability to cut through an 8" block with a full 16" length of cut. The iQ1550 is equipped with a 230V heavy-duty 3 hp saw motor and 3 hp vacuum.
The Importance of Diamond Blade Testing
Delivering the highest quality diamond blades to saw operators is a core element of our business. For our customers to have confidence in every cut, they need to have trust in their diamond blades. Providing the highest quality blade comes with rigorous testing to verify reliability, performance, and safety.
Concrete Cutting Tips: Concrete Joint Protectors
Joint protectors are essential when cutting concrete to prevent cracks and damage in the surrounding structures. Green concrete is a rigid material that tends to crack when subjected to stress.
Common Diamond Blade Myths and Facts
Diamond blades are a niche tool that involves several steps and expertise to manufacture. Understanding their capabilities and limitations, as well as using them properly will help ensure safe and effective cutting.
What To Do With Concrete Slurry?
Concrete Slurry is a mixture of water and concrete solids that result from grinding, cutting, or coring concrete using water. This concrete & water mixture is prohibited from being dumped directly down drains due to its harmful tendencies. The construction industry is faced with the increasing regulation for concrete slurry waste water so we provide a few solutions for managing concrete slurry during your next wet sawing, core drilling, or grinding project.
Husqvarna's New Solution to Saw Operator Safety - SmartGuard™ Helmets
Recently Husqvarna announced they are releasing an addition to their smartguard saw safety PPE family. The SmartGuard™ Safety Helmet is here to enhance saw operator safety and decrease the severity of injury if a kickback occurs.
Best Practices for Safe & Efficient Diamond Core Drilling
Before you begin drilling, it's important to have the right equipment, tools, and techniques to maximize drilling accuracy and efficiency. Following these core drilling best practices is crucial for achieving precise and efficient coring.
How to Properly Anchor A Core Drill Rig Stand
Properly anchoring your core drill stand leads to a more precise, safe drilling experience. Follow the steps below to properly anchor your core drill rig so you can drill with confidence.
A New Wave of Cutting - Electric & Battery Powered Cut-Off Saws
Electric & battery-powered saws are growing in popularity among contractors. The new wave of cut-off saws allows operators to work with zero emissions, meaning both indoor and outdoor work. Electric and battery-powered saws are great tools when you are in an environment that does not allow gas saws.
A Highlight of Our Premium Diamond Blades for Concrete
When it comes to precision cutting, investing in premium diamond blades is a choice that shows in job completion. These blades are crafted with precision and utilizing high-quality diamonds ensures unparalleled durability and cutting efficiency.
Walk-Behind Sawing Best Practices for Efficient Cutting
Use your walk-behind saw with more success by following our Walk-Behind Sawing Best Practices.
Exceptional Service To Others – Summer 2022
Our ESO Team has been bringing a lot of great ideas to the table and we've been able to make a difference for local organizations and charities in our community. Check out all the great things we've been up to this summer!