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Official Publication for the Concrete Sawing and Drilling Association of Australia
Luna Park
undergoes
facelift
CSDAA Member touches up an
Historic Victorian Landmark
wallsawing on qLD's
legacy way project
CSDAA WELCOMES SURFACE
PREPARATION CONTRACTORS
Issue 10 OCT 2012
Regulars
CSDAA Members
Global Update
Local News
www.csdaa.com.au
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Tel: +61 (0)8 8387 7742
Concrete sawing &
drilling association
ISSUe 10
of australia (CSDAA)
features
c/o Australian Industry Group
20 Queens Rd, Melbourne
VICTORIA 3004 wallsawing on
AUSTRALIA
Qld's legacy
E | associations@aigroup.asn.au way project
W | www.csdaa.com.au AGE 5
CSDAA Board
president Jason franken VicTORIAN Icon
supercity concrete cutting
supercity@bigpond.com
undergoes
facelift
VICE PRESIDENT peter king
smith and osbourne nsw PAGE 17
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CSDAA Secretariat carolyn mcgill
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kevin smith
ripa concrete cutting
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REGULARS
ray thomson
auscut
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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE
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Preferred.
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Industry Calendar
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3 WELCOMECSDAA MEMBERSERVICES 4
CSDAA Stickers
T
he CSDAA has both a Member Logo and an Accredited Contractor
LETTER from the president logo for use in marketing your business. The ‘Member’ logo is available
issue 10, NOVEMBER 2013 for download from the CSDAA website (under the Resources Tab).
The 'Member' logo is available to all current CSDAA Member Companies
The 'Accredited Contractor' logo is only available to companies with Gold
Accredited Logo Membership. Once the Gold Membership application is processed and all
The first half of this year has been quite challenging for the documentation and payment is received, the Certificate of Accreditation
executive committee as we try to breathe new life back in to the and the ‘Accredited’ logo will be sent to the Member.
association. Since the financial crash back in 2008 the association has Members who utilize either the current CSDAA Training manual (Gold
steadily seen a decline in membership numbers. Unfortunately we as Members) and previous CSDAA Training Manual (Note: any legislative
the executive must assume responsibility for this decline and need updates for this publication are now the responsibility of the individual
to work harder to gain the trust and support of the members once members to update) or who can show they have a similar training and
again. management system developed for their businesses can display the
New initiatives derived from our 2012 business plan have been ‘Accredited’ Contractor Logo.
put in place to address the short comings identified through member
These decals are for use on your vehicles, websites or associated business
surveys and feedback from contractors. The development of the safe
publications or wherever you wish to display your membership to the
work method statement (swms) library and operation manual is the
CSDAA.
first step in this process. I would like to take this time to point out that Member Logo
these benefits to members are only the start of much more to come.
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Feedback from members who use the operations manual, the
swms library and the helpline support has been encouraging. We
acknowledge that minor issues have been identified by users of the
Jason franken, president csdaa
system and we continue to address these promptly. We consider this
material a work in progress and will always do our best to update and
inform members of any changes.
None of the business tools or services developed for CSDAA members will be “one size fits all”. This has not and will not be
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our intention. Many members have in place similar operating systems to what has been developed by the association. The Clever Module System
important thing to remember is that there are many potential members that do not have any reference material or operational
manuals, and feel daunted in the task of compiling such material. It is a great marketing opportunity to attract new members
to our ranks based on providing benefits and service.
Currently the executive committee is working on the next phase of the business plan which is the development and
accreditation of a training qualification certificate. Initial interviews with training consultants anticipate a budget of
$150,000.00 to design, format, and deliver a training standard unique to the sawing and drilling industry. I would also like to
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reiterate that this cost is for the design and accreditation only. The actual training and assessment phase of the qualification
will be delivered through a registered training organisation (RTO) yet to be identified or confirmed. This aspect of the training NO HASSLES THERE IS AN
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will be completed once the approval is given by the executive to fund stage one of the design for the qualification. HEAVY AND MESSY
It is the associations belief that with sufficient support from current and new members within the industry that this HYDRAULIC
qualification can become a reality. It is however unsustainable without the support and revenue generated from membership. EQUIPMENT & HOSES.
To any and all ex members and contractors who at one point in time have or have not been a member of the CSDAA we need
your support now more than ever.
THE NEW GENERATION
Our commitment to deliver this goal relies entirely on increasing membership numbers to sustain and deliver this training
qualification. If for no other reason your decision is based on past performance please let me reassure you; all current and
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5 CSDAAMEMBER
Wallsawing on QLD's
Legacy Way Project.
Cutting Force, Cutting Australia's Concrete
C
utting Force has just power to spin the required blade size.
successfully completed
In addition to sawing, there were
another major project in
over 2,000 core holes ranging from
Brisbane, our client Transcity is an
115mm to 175mm diameter, many of
integrated team comprising BMD
which were inverted. These cores were
Constructions, Italian company Ghella
used to eliminate over cutting and
and Spanish construction company also for the fitting of rock anchors, to
Acciona. ensure tunnel segment stabilisation.
Legacy Way is a 1.5 billion dollar Cutting Force’s role was to
project that will deliver significant complete concrete cutting of the sub
reduction in peak hour traffic and stations and xpassages in both tunnels.
reduce travel time from the Brisbane This resulted in day / night shifts being
Centenary Bridge to ICB (Inner City implemented to maintain the work
Bypass). The construction of twin scheduling of this major project.
tunnels approximately 4.6 km in length.
Cutting Force specialise in major
Cutting Force has been engaged on projects of this nature due to the
this tunnelling project since November specialised equipment and capacity of
2012. Our involvement in the project our business to perform the scheduled
consisted of Wall sawing 90 openings works in the required time lines.
at approximately 6 meters x 8 meters ABOVE
Cutting Force selected Tyrolit Wall Sawing using Tyrolit WSE
each. These openings were required 1217 high-frequency wall saw.
to create xpassages between the WSE 1620 and the new WSE 1217
two tunnels every 100m which serve high frequency wall saws. The wall Right
as emergency escapes as well as its saws were used continually in 24 Substation under construction.
primary purpose of vehicle movement. hour shifts. The WSE 1217 with P2
technology proved to be a highly FAr Right
The xpassages required Wall Tunnel boring machine cutting it's
powerful, efficient and user friendly,
way through.
Sawing a total of 2.7 km’s. The depth with longer service period times being
was 350 mm which consisted of two a major benefit when tendering for
layers of Y20 mm bars running both this contract. Tyrolit’S high frequency
horizontally and vertically. Making it core drills were also used extensively
one of Australia’s largest wall sawing to perform the specific works through
projects to date. the entire project.
To make the task more difficult, two Cutting Force is located in and
thirds of the sawing was completed services the following areas, Brisbane,
vertically on a curved radius of the Melbourne, Gippsland and Gladstone.
12.5 meter diameter tunnel wall. We can be contacted on 1800
Curved track was considered, but not CUTTING (1800 288 846).
an option due to the thickness of the
concrete and heavy steel. The only
available saws did not have enough
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7 SUPPLIERNEWS
"Breakthrough" technology hits
professional cutting industry
T
he newly released Husqvarna Field trials such as the one on Tony Watson, Westside Contracting
High-Frequency products Melbourne Airport upgrade by a Brisbane, was one of the first to receive
are receiving feedback from CSDAA member found that the K6500 a K 6500 Handsaw, “The first job was a
professional contractors in Australia Ringsaw, on single-phase, outperformed good one because it was quite difficult,
that is creating waves in the Swedish the existing hydraulic set-ups. a 200mm thick panel with a fair amount
factories producing these products. of steel and hard aggregates from Darra,
“Australia is a worldwide lead market west of Brisbane. The machine was light
The system has been carefully field for these products and we have been and no cumbersome hoses. Surprisingly
trialled to ensure that these products pushing our Swedish R & D team it has good consistent power that equals
enter the market ready for the rigours with feedback of the outstanding or surpasses my hydraulic unit (use in
of professional cutting, however, now performance to ensure we get the 3-phase on this job). There is no torsion
after the first run of products sold out factories expecting our volumes” twist on start-up and I like that it is not
we are finding the demand will be much says Husqvarna Construction General consistently flowing water when my
greater than first thought. Manager Scott Fleming, “put simply hand isn’t on the trigger. Overall, I give
this is breakthrough technology for it a big thumbs up and I can’t wait to
The system consists of interchangeable
play with the Ringsaw.”
handsaw, ringsaw, drill and wallsaw the market and this will become a
components, ALL usable on 3-phase or standard kit for the professional cutting
single phase power supplies. contractor.”
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9 SUPPLIERNEWS SUPPLIERNEWS 10
new tgd fsx*** Roadsaw Blades
T
he new Tyrolit TGD FSX*** road in the Australian market in July and mind. Each segment contains a higher
saw blade has been designed to August of 2013. concentration of diamond allowing
cut through concrete and steel for better performance when cutting
reinforcement allowing for a higher With positive reviews such as: through steel reinforcement.
cutting rate and long service life in “The FSX blade is the best we have
ever used" – Kustom Cut, This innovation provides a number
Australian conditions.
of advantages, such as reduced work
The TGD® technology behind the new “The operator was thrilled with the times thanks to faster sawing, reduced
FSX*** road saw blade is what gives performance and life" – Ripa Concrete tool costs as a result of an increase in
the blade its impressive attributes, the Cutting tool service life, and lower maintenance
abrasive diamond grains are distributed “I have never used a better blade" – costs, since the load on the machine is
optimally in the segment, so that over minimised and it is therefore protected. KENNARDS GROUND PENETRATING RADAR
A1 Concrete Services
the lifetime of the blade a consistently In addition, tools with TGD® technology
high cutting performance can be Tyrolit Representative Ben Whittaker increase efficiency because they can be
achieved. This improves the cutting explains it best, by saying that the universally applied and are also suitable
speed, service life and versatility of the “Feedback for this blade has been for special applications under extreme
Tyrolit FSX*** road saw blade. extremely positive I can’t wait to see
the FSX blade reach its full potential
working conditions.
SPECIALISED HIRE EQUIPENT FOR CUTTING,
With demand for a road saw blade The future of road saw blades is now
which can cope with Australia’s harsh
and shake things up in the market”
available, only from Tyrolit Australia. SAWING AND DRILLING CONTRACTORS
condition on the rise it was imperative This blade was designed with
that Tyrolit found a solution. The contractors who are looking for a
FSX*** road saw blade was first tested greater quality road saw blade in
K
ennards Concrete Care’s equipment range is now available for hire.
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Our new Ground Penetrating Radar Detector is a compact,
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a wide range of Core Rigs and Barrels up to 600mm in of welding prep bevels of 30 and 37.5 degrees, with other
diameter and a full range of hydraulic options capable of angles available by special request.
confined space work or for underwater applications. We
Our new portable concrete slurry water system (Mud Hen)
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has been designed for processing concrete slurry. In one
optimum performance is always maintained.
step, the slurry system filters, provides clean water to drain
Dust Control Equipment or for re-use, and compacts concrete sludge construction
waste into a semi-solid form of general concrete waste
With any cutting or drilling job, dust and concrete particles
instead of contaminated waste. It provides a simple-to-
are generated from working with concrete and pose OHS
use-method for dealing with the slurry produced from
implications if not managed effectively. Kennards Concrete
wet processing of concrete and also allows for inexpensive
Care has available for hire small, medium and large dust
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why hiring makes sense!
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Staying at the forefront of technology and advancement
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is important to Kennards Concrete Care. We have recently
added the Hydraulic Pipe Saw and the Ground Penetrating
Radar Detector to our range of specialised tooling and it is
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11 SUPPLIERNEWS
15 CSDAAMEMBER
Condrill GPR
DISCOVER THE DIFFERENCE
I
n early 2012 Condrill invested in a Traxx Conquest level of detail shown.
Ground penetrating Radar System, the decision to
We have seen strong growth in demand for the GPR ALL TRAXX EQUIPMENT IS SUPPORTED 24/7/365
invest in this system was not taken lightly, we had
service since we introduced it, we believe this is based
been watching for trends in the industry that could assist us
on many factors which include the following of trends in
to remain at the leading edge of the industry and continue
other markets around the world to use these systems, the
to supply the highest level support and services to our
ever increasing legislative requirements in the construction
customer base and also improve our operating margins. industry to maintain the maximum level of safety (Post
Even though GPR has been around for quite a few years tension, reinforcing and live power cable placement), the
we had noticed that there were a lot of misconception increased awareness of site engineers of the capabilities of
about these systems and there capabilities in the GPR and the ability to maintain the maximum integrity of
construction industry. Most of these I believe where due to the structure that is to be drilled or sawn.
the capabilities of these systems not being explained to the While we have seen good returns on investment from
customer fully and the level of operator training not being scanning for clients prior to work commencing, we have
what it could have been. also taken advantage of being able to use the GPR on many
Given these two point we embarked on a purchasing jobs to enable us to minimize the amount of reinforcing
process to find a GPR system that would give us the we have had to cut or drill which in turn improves our
support which would assist us in overcoming these productivity and reduces consumable costs, while it is hard
misconceptions. Since purchasing the Traxx Conquest GPR to put a exact dollar amount on the savings we are certain
we have been very happy with our decision and would they have been substantial.
agree that the system was defiantly designed specifically
for the Professional Concrete Sawing and drilling Industry.
We find the level of technical support is excellent, our Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Darwin, Hobart
operators find the system very user friendly and really like For more details about this project contact Condrill or Greg
the remote control feature they also find the inbuilt training
program very helpful when training a new operator or even
Mahoney (07) 5519-9011
For more information on Conquest GPR contact Traxx
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have had many customers look at the screen while we are www.traxxcp.com.au.
doing a scan and they are quite surprised by the clarity and
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13 SUPPLIERNEWS
CONCRETE SCANING
WITH J&m CORING
M
ick Corrigan and his team from J&M Coring
(WA) were recently working on McDonalds’
renovation project where a concrete scanning
contractor had been commissioned to locate plumbing
pipework and electrical conduit. However, despite this
inspection work being done, they cored through both
pipework and electrical cables. Luckily the power had
been turned off, which prevented what could have been a
fatal situation.
J&M had previously purchased diamond drilling machines
from Hilti and relayed this story to his Hilti Account
Manager Luke Buchanan, who suggested that Mick and
his crew take a look at the Hilti PS 1000 X-Scan. They
invited Mick for a demonstration at the local Hilti Centre
in Belmont (Perth) with the support of Hilti’s local field
engineer. Within a short time, J&M were able to see how
the tool worked and how it can help locate, not only rebar concrete scanning with ps 1000 x-Scan
but other services, including live electrical cables.
They were particularly impressed with this feature of the
tool, including the easy to interpret scan image, produced
immediately from the scanning unit itself. In Mick’s X-Scan PS 1000
detection system
words “did not require a PhD in reading and interpreting
parabolas”. He was also very impressed with the 3D
images produced by the monitor, which can be sent directly
to engineers and head contractors for confirmation of site
specific requirements.
He had looked at other scanners in the past but liked
the portability of the PS 1000, and the ability to reach
overhead or horizontal scanning applications with the
extension handle.
J&M were convinced to make the investment in the
Hilti PS 1000 when they learned that all relevant training
and trouble-shooting support from Hilti’s experienced
engineers was included in the package price, whereas the
competitors charged extra for training and support, and Inside insight.
were not based locally.
Hilti. Outperform. Outlast.
Mick would highly recommend the PS1000 to all
professional diamond contractors, for the reasons above,
and based on simple economics; being able to cut-out the
middle man in the form of scanning contractors. J&M have
been able to offer a one-stop-shop for their clients, saving
Husqvarna DXR The new remote-controlled demolition robots from Husqvarna, are
the very latest in compact demolition robot technology. High power,
the customer time and money, substantially increasing demolition robots. low weight and functional design make them an obvious choice for
their own profit margin. professionals who want a highly manoeuvrable, super-strong and
The power of sturdy machine with a long reach. The remote controlfeatures a
unique user-friendly and well-considered design offering the only
intelligence. Bluetooth-assisted remote control on the market. Let your choice be a
Application: Husqvarna DXR demolition robot !
Concrete Scanning prior to drilling or cutting.
Supplier/Equipment: For more information call 131 292 or visit www.hilti.com.au
Hilti PS 1000 X-Scan. HUSQVARNA CONSTRUCTION PRODUCTS
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DD 350
diamond coring system
11 SUPPLIERNEWS
15 CSDAAMEMBER
A few extra dollars means
increased productivity.
P
rofessional Diamond Contractors from all over the • Parts and repair cost savings, compared to
world first became aware of Hilti’s high-frequency conventional motors thanks to brushless technology.
drilling motors at the Bauma expo back in 2007, and
Super City use the DD 350 on a daily basis on all work
Jason Franken of Super City Concrete Cutting was there to
sites across in Australia, and would recommend the tool to
see a live demonstration of the single-phase DD 350, along
with the larger 3-phase version, the DD 500.
Jason explained that one of the main factors in choosing
other contractors:
“There is an old saying - you pay for what you get - and Power without compromise.
that is the case with this unit. A few extra dollars spent on
to invest in this equipment was the brushless technology in quality equipment can mean a great deal over time in terms
comparison to conventional armature units found in other
drilling motors. In addition, the 10-speed electronic gear-
of productivity, performance, and servicing requirements. Hilti. Outperform. Outlast.
box and slow start up function was also a major incentive These units are built to last and have minimal
in this decision. maintenance requirements. Our operators always comment
on the more difficult core drilling jobs they are sent to - • Brushless high-frequency electric motor delivers • Optimal drilling range 52 – 500mm
Having used conventional motors until investing in make sure we take the DD350." 2 Years
the Hilti DD 350, the team at Super City suggests the outstanding power transfer covers all professional applications LIFETIME
SERVICE
NO
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technology delivers outstanding benefits, including;
• 10-speed electronic gears, adjustable during drilling, • IP 55 water spray protected for Lifetime Lifetime
• Productivity gains from the 3500 watts of power, ensures optimum drilling performance working in adverse conditions REPAIR
COST LIMIT
MANUFACTURER’S
WARRANTY
providing a 15amp source is available, compared to other
units with similar rated outputs, the DD 350 maintains • 3500 watts on 240V single phase, 16A current
constant rpm and torque. offering jobsite versatility
• Versatility of the 10 speed electronic gear Customer:
selection, allowing you to operate at various speeds Super City Concrete Cutting. Jason Franken.
depending on hardness of material and steel content; Application:
• Added bonus of the ability to reduce drive speed
General Drilling >500mm diameter. More Hilti
via the ‘Iron Boost’ function when drilling through heavy Supplier / Equipment: innovations:
reinforcing. Hilti DD 350.
DSH 700 / 900 petrol saw PS 38 multi-detector HKD drop-in anchor
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For more information call 131 292 or visit www.hilti.com.au
COVERPROJECT 18
Luna Park
undergoes Facelift!
Auscut Concrete Drilling & Sawing take on works from
Client, 2Construct to touch up a Victorian icon.
A
s part of continued improvements to the
St Kilda Foreshore, the City of Port Phillip
has upgraded the Luna Park Forecourt,
awarding the project to major construction company
2Construct. Auscut, as a preferred supplier to
2Construct, were contracted to assist with the
project, undertaking concrete cutting services
around this famous Melbourne landmark.
The improvement works consisted of the
construction of a new extended forecourt, including
an inlay feature in the entrance paving designed to
reflect the iconic crown, providing visitors a safer
space to visit and photograph the renowned Luna
Park Mr Moonface. Construction works also
included public lighting, major drainage construction
along Cavell Street and The Esplanade and a raised
zebra crossing to connect Luna Park to the Palais
Theatre.
Auscut’s involvement was to perform road
sawing services around the project, including
150mm depth road sawing of the paved entrance
for the crown inlay feature, ensuring that the works
which were in a very public area, were cut precisely
to the client’s requirements in a professional and
timely manner. Auscut also provided road sawing
for the new underground drainage infrastructure.
" I am really proud to be The outcome of the works was to improve the
quality and safety of the roads and footpaths while
a part of this industry, rejuvenating the appearance of this much loved
but more importantly, and popular area. Completion of works will also
enable greater access to the major entertainment
being involved in the precinct, increase pedestrian connectivity and well
familybusiness " as improving safety in and around Luna Park and the
Esplanade Super Tram Stop.
Auscut are a major subcontractor in the Victorian
construction industry and although the works were
KERRYN THOMSON only modest in scale, Auscut were proud to be
GENERAL MANAGER, involved in delivering services for the renewal of this
AUSCUT VICTORIA. well-known Melbourne icon.19 COVERPROJECT
PART ONE
A
longstanding and highly respected contractor in the
industry is Victorian based, Auscut Concrete Drilling
and Sawing. Built from the ground up by brothers Ray
Women in Construction: and Ian Thomson, Ray's daughter Kerryn has a very active
and integral role in their organisation.
Kerryn Thomson Explain your role in the company.
I've grown up with this company but came on board around What are your thoughts on the CSDAA and
Auscut Concrete Drilling & Sawing 5 years ago to work with my father and manage the business.
as well as articles like this one to highlight the women in our
could they do more to encourage women in industry, it continues to promote and encourage women in
My role as General Manager is a diverse role that has me
overseeing the running of the business and all the varying the Industry? our industry to be more involved.
aspects that it entails. The CSDAA is something Auscut have been a part of for Any last comments?
What attracted you to the industry? as long as I remember. My father always believed in the
importance of supporting the Association and encouraged I am really proud to be involved in this industry, but more
Being the daughter of a concrete cutter, I have grown up in myself and Catherine to be involved. At times it can feel very importantly involved in the family business and working
the industry and it has always been a part of my life. I have male dominated, but I think that’s our industry and I've always with the team we have here. We have a really great bunch
always wanted to work ‘hands on’ in the business, working felt welcomed to be involved in the CSDAA. As time goes by I of people working here, many of whom have been around
along side with family. Now that Im here, I want to carry on in see more women getting involved, one of the recent CSDAA for as long as I can remember as well as a lot of new friendly
the business and with my sister, Catherine Thomson, running meetings I was pleased to meet Ebony Knight from Cut & faces that have joined over the years. Our customers benefit
QCDS in Queensland, it makes even more sense. Catherine Clean. I see the networking as one of the real benefits of the from our longevity in our experience and workforce and its
has been in the industry a long time so its great to be working Association, that it brings people from our industry together, great to be part of something so positive, working towards
with her and have that support of family as well as another working together to better our industry for everyone. Its great the common goal of building the business.
woman in the industry. to see more & more women involved, both in the association
and within our industry and both here and overseas. I think
What is your favourite aspect of the job?
if the CSDAA can continue to highlight these sort of things,
The variety of it, my work changes from day to day and week
to week. The challenges are hard, but worth it in the end and
there is a certain satisfaction from a hard-days’ work. It’s also
good to be in amongst something I’ve seen for so long and
rewarding to see our brand develop and grow.
What has been your biggest challenge so far?
TOP Kerryn Thomson and father Ray Thomson.
BELOW Auscut Van's onsite at Luna Park. Well, working in a male dominated industry is not without its
RIGHT Auscut complete addional road sawing works. challenges but really when I first started, we had a tough time
regarding an issue with our name and trademark. Auscut is a
name my family had established and grown over many years
of hard work and is something we wanted to preserve. So
the first couple of years I spent a lot of my time fighting for
the business, our reputation and our heritage. Now all that is
behind us, my biggest drive is to see our brand that we have
all worked so hard for continue to grow and prosper.
What has been a major success?
A recent success has been the Regional Rail Link here in
Melbourne. It is a major infrastructure project designed to
remove major bottlenecks in Victoria’s rail network. This has
kept our whole team busy since last April, testing our skills on
various sites across the project. Our main work has been on
the rail bridges north & west of Melbourne, as well as works
at Southern Cross & North Melbourne stations.
Our team has been really involved on this project, quite a few
times there we've needed all hands on deck to deal with the
work load and the specialised nature of the works. It's been
great to see our guys all pull together to ensure works get
completed and keep the client happy. The job itself and the
contacts we've made have also opened us up to other works
and we are really pleased to have been involved.
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for children, depending on weight. three companies—Monster, Red Bull
So if you consume more than four and Rockstar—showing double-digit
regular cups of coffee per day, you gains.
of energy are at or over your limit. A recent test
by Consumer Reports found that:
However, as sales rise, so do reports
of adverse events suffered by people
drinks · Monster Energy contains 92mg of
caffeine per serving (2 servings per
who use the products. Some of these
events include:
drink)
· Deaths due to heart attack or loss
· Rockstar Energy contains 80mg of of consciousness linked to Monster
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· Hospitalization due to irregular
drink)
heartbeat, severe diarrhea, migraine,
· Rockstar Energy Shot contains psychotic disorder, heart attack and/
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229mg of caffeine per serving or vomiting linked to Monster
person can rarely turn on
the TV, listen to the radio · Red Bull Energy Drink contains · Disability from irregular heartbeat
or flip through a magazine 80mg of caffeine per serving or stroke linked to Rockstar
these days without seeing an High doses of caffeine and other · Hospitalization due to psychotic
advertisement for an energy drink. stimulants can result in restlessness, disorder, increased heart rate or loss
Some of the more recognizable nervousness, insomnia and tremors. of consciousness linked to Rockstar
brands include Monster, Rockstar, High doses can also trigger seizures
and Red Bull. These drinks are and heart arrhythmias (unstable These adverse events were filed
often marketed towards teenagers heart rhythms). All of these by patients, families or doctors and
and college students, but are often symptoms have been reported in simply warn that the products may
used by adults in order to get an cases of patient hospitalization have harmed someone – but they do
extra “jolt” of energy to get through following the consumption of an not prove that the product caused
the workday. Concrete cutting and energy drink. Unfortunately, some harm.
polishing operators are no exception. of these hospitalizations have lead to Often, energy drinks are a
Operators often work long hours and permanent disability or even death. contributing factor in an adverse
may start a shift early in the morning event, where other factors including
From 2007 to 2011, it is estimated
or work late into the night. Because physical activity, heat, nutrition and
that the number of emergency
these drinks offer a quick shot of age may also play a role.
room visits involving energy drinks
energy, many operators will be
increased from about 10,000 to more Concrete sawing and polishing
tempted to forgo their usual coffee
than 20,000. Most of those cases operators can be subjected to similar
and grab an energy drink for a long
involved teens and young adults. conditions while working outside
day of work.
Concerns pover energy drinks have or in a confined environment Heat,
The problem lies with what the intensified following reports in the sun, dehydration, poor diet and
energy drink contains. The obvious fall of 2012 of 18 deaths possibly the consumption of energy drinks
ingredient is caffeine, offering tied to the drinks – including a 14- can combine to create a deadly
that boost of energy. However, year old Maryland (USA) girl who situation. It is important to recognize
other ingredients are also present, died after drinking two large cans the dangers of energy drinks and
including taurine, guarana (both of Monster energy drinks. Concern consume them responsibly, if at all.
stimulants) and B vitamins. The is high enough that two senators While cases of adverse events have
boost of energy you receive when are calling for the Food and Drug been reported primarily in teenagers
consuming an energy drink comes Administration to investigate safety and young adults, anyone is at risk,
from this combination of stimulants. concerns about energy drinks and especially when contributing factors
their ingredients. are involved.
A typical cup of coffee brewed
at home or at work contains Although energy drinks represent
about 100mg of caffeine. A cup of only a small part of the carbonated
Starbucks coffee has about 165mg beverage market, about 3.3% of sales
of caffeine. According to Consumer volume, the growth of energy drink
Reports, safe limits of caffeine are sales is quickly casting a shadow Reprinted courtesy of the
up to 400mg per day for healthy over the declining sales of soda. In Concrete Sawing & Drilling Association,
adults, 200mg a day for pregnant 2011, sales volume for energy drinks Concrete Openings magazine,
women and up to 45-85mg per day rose by almost 17%, with the top Volume 22, Number 1. March 2013.
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How to select a
Planetary Grinder -
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Reprinted courtesy of the hanks in part to “green” building, one of the
Concrete Sawing & Drilling Association, fastest growing flooring options in recent years
Concrete Openings magazine, is polished concrete. There are many advantages
Volume 21, Number 4. December 2012.
to polished concrete when compared with other types of
flooring. Polished concrete is a highly durable surface with
a high resistance to scratching, low maintenance and high
reflectivity to light - decreasing the number of light fixtures
needed.
Because polished concrete is such a fast growing segment
in the construction industry, there are many manufacturers
of planetary concrete grinders/polishers vying for business.
Some of these manufacturers offer numerous models of
grinders/polishers with all sorts of features and benefits,
so determining which unit is correct for a particular
application can be a difficult decision for any Contractor.
This decision can affect operators, schedules, final floor
finishes and ultimately, the company’s bottom line.
Choosing the Correct Grinder
When looking to purchase a planetary concrete grinder
/ polisher, there are many factors a contractor has to take For example, if a contractor attempted to tackle a 2,000 Differences in Planetary
into consideration. sqm polishing job with one 21in diameter grinder/polisher, Grinders / Polishers
the job would take too long and the machine most likely The planetary grinder/polisher is one of the most common
Matching Applications
would not perform at its optimum level. types of concrete grinders available on the market. It is
Since concrete grinders / polishers are very versatile composed of three, four or six satellite heads that spin
Power Availability
machines and can perform many different applications - in conjunction with the large planetary drum. There are
from concrete surface preparation and concrete polishing Another factor to be aware of is the correct use of power four basic designs of planetary grinders: unrestricted
to removing materials over the concrete - a polishing for the unit. Most planetary grinders/polishers are electric planetary, restricted planetary, driven planetary and dual
contractor needs to determine which application will be powered and run on 240V single-phase, 415V three-phase motor planetary.
performed most often. It is very important to match the power.
Unrestricted Planetary
planetary grinder/ polisher with the right application.
Making sure the unit can perform the required treatment is Single-phase machines can use power from a 240V outlet In unrestricted planetary grinders, the satellite heads
critical to finishing a job correctly, and can directly affect and are great for smaller commercial or residential jobs. spin on the floor and the planetary drum spins with the
a contractor’s bottom line and reputation. In any industry, Since an additional power source is not needed, the single- satellite heads. This means there is no planetary control.
it is imperative a company handles its first few jobs well to phase machines make setup and tear down quick and The planetary drum always spins in a counter-rotating
grow and strengthen its reputation in the market. simple. direction, meaning if the satellite heads spin in a clockwise
The three-phase machines use power more efficiently direction the planetary drum spins in a counter-clockwise
A contractor needs to decide if their company will be direction or vice versa.
bidding on large commercial projects or trying to acquire and therefore are more powerful. However, three-phase
smaller or residential projects. Contractors might only want power is not accessible in all facilities, thus there is a need The advantage of an unrestricted planetary machine is
to offer removal services - the removal of glue or epoxy, for for a secondary power source, such as a generator. Some the low cost. It is a good choice for a contractor that is just
example - or light polishing applications. Using the wrong specialized facilities do have three-phase power available, entering the surface preparation and polishing industry.
machine with the wrong application will drastically affect so it is always important for the contractor to check with The disadvantage is that it has no planetary control, which
profitability. the facility. means it is very weak in grinding applications.
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grinder will enable a contractor to feel and see the differences, Please note:
and then choose the grinder that is right for their business Even if the correct grinder is chosen for a particular
based on the results. application, contractors must also choose the correct
The polished concrete market in Australia is growing rapidly diamond tools to use with the machine and application.
and the advantages of a polished concrete floor far outweigh Grinders / polishers and diamond tooling work must be
those of traditional methods. This is showing particularly used hand-in-hand to make sure a project is completed on
in the commercial market with in excess of 10,000 sqm of schedule, within budget and with a great end result.
polished concrete already completed in major retailers this
drum. This can sometimes depend on the manufacturer’s
year. This can only grow as word continues to spread.
specifications.
If the grinder is geared to spin the planetary and satellites
in the same direction, then the grinder will be much more
aggressive during grinding. The disadvantage to this
grinder, like the unrestricted and restricted models, is
that the planetary drum still speeds up or slows down in
conjunction with the satellite heads.
Dual Motor Planetary
Restricted Planetary
The planetary function on dual motor planetary grinders
The restricted planetary grinders have a planetary is operated via a driven gear mechanism while the function
operation that is driven by a clutch-type mechanism of the satellite head is driven by a belt. This provides fully
using a belt. This type of grinder has a stable operation adjustable speed and fully adjustable direction control for
and creates more friction between the diamonds and planetary and satellite heads.
floor. The planetary control makes it more aggressive
than unrestricted planetary grinders. Just like on the The advantages are that dual motor planetary grinders
unrestricted grinders, the satellite head speed works in have independent setting controls for planetary and
conjunction with the planetary speed. This means it does satellite heads, enabling optimum setting control for all
not perform well on applications where low planetary applications. This type of grinder has higher production
speed is necessary, as the head speed will also be low. rates during heavy removals due to the ability to spin both
planetary and satellites in the same direction and tailors
Since the restricted planetary grinders are belt driven, the speed settings specifically for the application. The
contractors should be aware that the planetary action disadvantage to dual motor planetary grinders is the wear
causes the belt to slip while removing heavier materials. on the operator. The resistance caused at the handlebar due
This can lead to excessive wear on the belt. to the aggressive nature of heavy removals can cause the
Driven Planetary operator to become fatigued.
Driven planetary grinders are similar to the restricted There are major advantages and disadvantages of each
planetary grinders, but instead of a belt mechanism, driven of the four planetary grinder/ polisher options available.
planetary grinders are operated by gears. One major One of the best days a polishing contractor can decide,
difference is that the heads can either turn in a counter- after looking at exactly what applications they will be
rotating direction or same direction as the planetary performing, is to run the machines. Operating each type of
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