Points To Know About An Electric Rebar Cutter

Posted by Rapid Tool Australia on July 1st, 2017

The first point to consider while purchasing an electric rebar cutter is to determine the size and strength of the rebar that is being cut. Most rebars have a number in terms of the diameter stamped on them. Rebars are measured in increments of 1/8 units. Typical sizes range from 3/8 of an inch for smaller tasks to 1 inch or more for sky rises or bridges. Rebar hardness is measured in grades, with the higher number indicating a harder bar. Typical rebar cutters are designed to cut up tough material without any fuss. Electric or hydraulic rebar cutters also possess the ability to rotate 360 degrees to cut difficult to access material. 

Cost Effective 

A dedicated cordless, industrial or electrical rebar bender is cost efficient and rewarding for contractors. Dedicated tools provide cost and time savings through power and efficiency. The electric rebar cutter can be used for extended durations of time without the contractor facing issues of overheating or excessive usage. The electric rebar cutter can easily cut rebars of different sizes with great accuracy in lesser time. Options exist for a cutter and bender, which is perfect if the contractor, wants to focus on rebar bending and cutting without losing time. 

Significant savings in cost: Value for money 

When it comes to rebar cutting, the electric model offers value for money in terms of its reliability, consistency, accuracy and safety. Using a rebar cutter ensures that the job is effectively carried out as opposed to manual tools. A worker can cut 4 times as much rebar for every hour using rebar cutters compared to manual cutting. Achieving better output per man-hour translates into better profit margins, translating into great value for money. Compact rebar cutters can be transported onsite easily by workers cutting down on the time spent towards transportation. 

Small Size and lightweight for greater portability 

Electric rebar cutters are small in size and portable with even weight distribution that makes it optimal for use as against larger, more cumbersome machinery. Rebar cutters can be powered from wall sockets or generators and come with self-contained hydraulic pumps.  Maintenance is simple through regular cleaning and lubrication of parts. With spiraling labour costs, it makes sense to opt for machines that work economically and demand lesser maintenance. 

Workplace safety is of paramount importance across projects, especially in the case of mega infrastructure projects. The need to meet deadlines will put immense pressure on contractors who will in turn pass on the pressure to the workforce. In an attempt to speed up work, it is possible that workplace safety may be compromised, resulting in injuries. The use of the right equipment can help to cut down on the time required, thereby easing the pressure and resulting in better workplace safety. Electric rebar cutters are useful assets in the construction industry by offering great convenience, better speed of operations, precision, low maintenance operations and greater cost savings. This is more so because rebars are one of the most important in concrete structures. 

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Rapid Tool Australia is a leading concreting tool and equipment dealers in Australia. They are a privately owned global distributor of high-quality concreting tools, equipment and innovative concreting construction solutions to the world.