Esch Construction Supply Blog

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.

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!

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.

Properly maintaining your Husqvarna K4000 Electric Saw extends the life of your saw and saves you money! Keeping your saw clean and maintained can minimize the risk of saw failure, tripping a breaker, or having to replace your saw due to excessive wear.

Staying "dust-free" when you are cutting or grinding can be a tough task. Many contractors run into problems collecting dust while tuckpointing because they can't see how close the shroud and blade are to the surface they are cutting. This leads to dust escaping into the air and may end with possible OSHA violations.

Breaking in your Soff-Cut blade before using it can give your blades a longer life and a cleaner cut. Breaking in a blade exposes the diamonds in the segments which not only allows the blade to cut faster but prolongs the life of the soff-cut early-entry blades.

Ravelled early-entry concrete joints are a nightmare for concrete contractors. When relief joints are poorly executed and become ravelled, they fail to effectively mitigate stresses, leading to an increased likelihood of unsightly surface cracks and potential structural issues.

Ensure you are selecting the right Soff-Cut® blade based on the timing of your cut and the aggregate of the material you are cutting. The high production rate of Soff-Cut blades and the ability to cut on the same day make Soff-Cut the best option for cutting green concrete.

The iQ Power Tools iQ2000 and EDCO GMS-20 Masonry Saw bring a revolutionary solution to the table – dustless, dry-cutting technology. This innovative approach eliminates the need for water, traditionally used to suppress dust during cutting, by integrating state-of-the-art dust collection systems directly into the tools.

The PG 400 is a versatile and very productive single-disc floor grinder for a wide range of applications. With its 400 mm wide grinding width, it efficiently grinds adhesives, paint, epoxy, and spackle on medium to large concrete areas.

The battery-operated rebar tier is up to 5 times faster than manual tying. Approximately 2000 ties per charge. Upgrade to the new Max RB398S Rebar Tying Tool.

Arbortech General Purpose Caulking Blades are engineered with precision in mind. The cutting-edge technology ensures that each cut is clean, accurate, and free from any jagged edges. This level of precision is crucial when working on intricate projects, ensuring a seamless and professional finish every time.

Check out this demonstration of the iQ Power Tools iQ360 Dust Free Saw and Vacuum combo cutting indoors with no dust. The iQ360 Saw and Vacuum captures 99.5% of the dust, providing a safe, dust-free work environment, while reducing the risk of Silicosis.

Lightweight, powerful, and fuel-injected, the TS 500i Cut-Off Saw is designed for superior balance and handling during your toughest jobs. Check out how simple starting the Stihl TS500i CutQuik® Saw can be!

The BENNER-NAWMAN BNCE-20 Cutting Edge Saw stands out as a powerful and precision-oriented tool, revolutionizing the way professionals approach cutting tasks. This compact and lightweight tool has a 3-position removable side handle and a rotating trigger handle that provides the operator with multiple cutting positions and increased maneuverability in tight areas.

The AS175 Caulking Blade features a cutting-edge design that sets it apart from traditional alternatives. The blade is crafted with precision and attention to detail, ensuring optimal performance and durability. The design allows for easy maneuverability, making it a versatile tool for various applications.