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Bar cutters, also known as ‘rebar cutters’ are the tools that are specifically designed to cut reinforcing steel bars. They allow builders to provide the right length of steel and provide the correct structural integrity. Cutting through any steel can be challenging due to the material’s thickness. So, with a bar cutter, workers can safely and efficiently cut the bars without resorting to dangerous methods, like using a cutting torch or a regular saw. Here are the four different kinds of bar cutters used in the industry : Electric – The most common type of rebar cutter is the electric variant, which comes with superior quality hydraulics for increased safety and efficiency on site. A good cutter has an industrial strength machine head and a 110-120V or 220-240V electric motor, a durable and lightweight build, and the ability to cut quickly in under 2.5 seconds. Two-in-one – This type of industrial bar cutter comes with a bender for more versatility. This equipment may be pract...

Bar bending is one of the operations which requires high precision and accuracy. Since safety is also a feature be concerned about when we are bending bars, the new-age hydraulic and electric rebar cutters and benders offer protection and precision in five major ways. Rebars offer precise bending according to specifications- A minute change in the angle of bending can affect the structure and disturb its integrity. Rebar machines are designed to make precise cuttings and bending as per specifications provided while feeding the bar. Offer wide-range of bending capabilities – The machines are designed to take in several specifications and capabilities, making them versatile, and useful in all kinds of construction sites. Also, since the work is done with precision, there is no necessity of re-bending or corrections, which usually destroys the strength of the rebars. High-speed operations – Grids of various shapes can be put together in a minimal amount of time with rebar cu...

Rebar cutting is a precision operation which has no leeway to go wrong. During construction, sticking to the design by the engineer is extremely important – which makes it equally important to use rebars exactly as depicted in the drawings. The real issue arises when the workers have to decide between using electric or hydraulic rebar cutters. While both get the job done well, there is the concern for accuracy which confuses them. So, electric or hydraulic rebar cutter: which is better? Read on for some insights. Electric rebar cutters The first selling point of electric rebar cutters is that they are fast, but up to what extent. If your design requires cutting of many bars and the project is rushed, you will do better with an electric rebar cutter. These cutters are also known for a smooth cut finish. This allows for achieving high accuracy in construction as per the engineer’s design. Since the rate of cutting is high, one can expect a reduction in the man-hours the worker...

The rebar cutter is one of the most important tools you should have to enhance your safety at work. Cutting rebar can be daunting, as it is manual labour that involves repetitive motions for extended periods of time, causing trauma to your musculoskeletal system and increasing your susceptibility to developing serious injuries on your hands and joints. With the right equipment, you can minimise the amount of work required to cut steel in concrete. Rebar is the foundational feature that is used in most structural projects, making a cutter a good investment. Established privately owned distributors of specialty construction equipment and tools carry bar cutters in electric and hydraulic versions , as well as heavy-duty industrial machinery that are versatile for many applications. The cutting equipment will ensure a precise cut, while enhancing your safety as it eliminates the need for manual operation with a blow torch. Some rebar cutters come with a bender. The all-in-one sol...

Rebar benders are of great use in construction, helping contractors cut down on operating costs, while improving efficiency. With faster turnaround times for completion of tasks, and greater accuracy in bending, rebar benders offer contractors better operating margins, in addition to protecting construction workers from injuries as a result of repetitive and tedious rebar bending tasks. Here is a quick look at the simple operating instructions of the portable rebar bending machines that will help to improve the operating efficiency. Pre-use checks – It is important to carry out checks prior to use of the rebar benders. Ideally, these checks should include the following: Checking of oil level Checking the condition of bend module and the taut nature of bend module bolt Checking if power supply is properly earthed Checking the power cord for any damage and ensuring that plug is not loose Carrying out a warm up operation in cold weather for 60 seconds to ensure that hydrauli...

In construction industry, hydraulic rebar cutters are used by contractors to cut steel rod, reinforced rebar, round steel bar and deformed bar as the cutting needs to be done meticulously. During construction of mega structures, the rebar frame work has to done accurately to fix well in the grids, which takes additional time. Due to many reasons cutting rebar manually may not be precise which may lead to huge loss in materials. Hydraulic rebar cutter is one such equipment which boosts the contractor’s confidence to handle complicated projects. Here is the complete lowdown to know about the workings of electric or hydraulic rebar. Solid build quality to ensure perfect cutting job - The single phase 220-240V electric motor and the pump aids hydraulic rebar cutter with sufficient power to function seamlessly. Cutting the rebar through electric or hydraulic rebar cutter is a straightforward operation. Rebar is made to cut once it is properly placed in the U-shaped support that is b...

Automatic rebar tying machines have speeded up the process of tying rebars and improved the quality of the knots. Rebar manual tying, being repetitive in nature, can cause injuries to workers in the long run. We weigh in on the workings of the rebar tying machine to help you understand how it can replace manual work and offer greater productivity and safety to employees. How does it work? Rebar, known as reinforcing steel, is a steel bar or a mesh of steel wires used in reinforced concrete and masonry structures.  The rebars that are placed in the form of a grid or matrix are tied together at various connecting points. This helps in strengthening the concrete structure. The rebar work is known as rod busting in the construction sector. And the workers who perform the rod busting are called rod workers. The three different methods of rebar tying: 1.     Pliers – This is the conventional method of rod tying. This relies on linesman pliers along with a diago...