Esch Construction Supply Blog

Start the new year more profitable and more prepared with our Off-Season Fleet Repair program. Keep your saws, grinders, and other equipment running efficiently by getting them tuned up by our expert mechanics. Take on your next cut with confidence and avoid downtime!

Meet one of our expert Mechanics in St. Paul, Cody Giles! Before his time at Esch, Cody worked on small engines such as go-karts, mini bikes, lawnmowers, and snowblowers for his neighbors. When he was 15 he took a job at a local lawnmower shop as the shop "clean-up kid" but quickly moved into a mechanic role. Cody has gained experience through welding school and completing Repair Certification Training from major brands, including Briggs & Stratton, Kohler, Honda, Gold Stihl, Snapper, Toro, and MTD.

Recently, Superior Masonry Builders completed a large flatwork project and saw great success using a Soff-Cut® Saw and Early-Entry Concrete Blades. They achieved cleaner cuts, decreased the number of blades they used, and maintained maximum equipment efficiency throughout the job.

Soff-Cut® Saws are a great tool to eliminate the chance of cracking in green concrete. These early entry saws need to be set up and maintained properly to maximize your efficiency. Jack Tuckner, one of Esch's Soff-Cut® experts, explains what you should do before running your Soff-Cut® saws.

The Do All Utility Blade is your new abrasive blade solution as it will last approximately 25-1 to your current abrasive blades. This blade is ideal for cutting ductile iron, cast iron, PVC, HDPE, Rebar, and other steel materials. The Do All Utility Blade has a unibody core with vacuum brazed diamonds so breaking a segment is extremely unlikely.

A cut-off saw (aka chop saw, partner saw, quickie saw, demo saw) is a concrete contractor's go-to tool. These saws cut a wide range of materials like stone, tile, concrete, and asphalt with deep cutting depths and superior accuracy. Selecting the right cut-off saw is crucial for achieving precise and efficient cuts in various applications.

Step Cutting, also known as incremental cutting or stair-step cutting, is recommended when using a walk-behind saw for optimal blade and saw performance. Step cutting involves making multiple incremental cuts with your saw until the overall desired depth of cut is reached.

Cut downtime and be more productive by extending your construction equipment life. Proper routine maintenance of your equipment helps maintain the power & performance you expect from your machine and keeps it off the repair bench.

Selecting the right diamond tool for your floor grinding application will help achieve ideal results. Husqvarna developed a tool selection guide for their floor grinding segments, polishing pads, and treatment chemicals designed to help you complete your entire floor prep project with confidence.

Cut-off saw kickbacks occur when the blade on the saw pinches or stalls in the material you are cutting. The force of the blade causes the saw to be thrown out of the cut and, in some cases, back at the operator. Knowing how to use your cut-off safely you can take on the toughest cuts confidently by avoiding kickbacks and being more productive.

Dust and slurry collection is a necessity for any contractor cutting, grinding, or polishing concrete. Working safely on a jobsite includes managing your exposure to silica dust, which requires a demand for dust-control equipment. The lineup of concrete dust vacuums from Husqvarna covers your dust control needs for any concrete cutting, grinding, or polishing situation. Make sure you get the most productivity from your concrete dust vacuum by selecting the right one for your job.

Clean Soff-Cut joints are a mark of a skilled concrete contractor. Here are some tips from our concrete cutting experts on how you can ensure clean Soff-Cut joints and avoid ravelling or spalling.

When it comes to concrete cutting, choosing the right tools and equipment is crucial to achieving a clean and precise result. One often overlooked factor that can significantly affect the outcome of your concrete cutting project is the weather. In particular, cold weather can have a profound impact on the selection of Soff-Cut® blades.

The Esch Pink Next Day Blade is an exclusive early-entry blade designed to cut next-day concrete with a same-day saw. This allows you to return the day after pouring a slab and make the relief cuts. It also expands the same-day cutting window allowing you to get on the concrete later.

Working dust-free creates a safer and more efficient jobsite. Dust-free solutions save on time and equipment wear and tear while making cuts. We have dust-free solutions for any unique concrete-cutting situation. Each of the following solutions will increase your productivity and save you money. Cut your downtime and stay dust-free with some of our favorite products

Increase cutting performance and get more life from your diamond blade by having the right blade on your saw. Answer 2 short questions and find the right blade for you.

Experience the convenience of operating your equipment without using fuel or cords all with an interchangeable battery and charger. Husqvarna Construction is a leader in innovation and is dedicated to improving its battery-powered equipment.