A demolition without equipment is nothing in dealing with destroying structures and wrecking building sites. This job could be a tough job to consider with so many hazards to look out for. Manpower alone is not enough without the aid of proper equipment and the advancement of technology has something to do with it.
The effective cooperation between contractors, manufacturers and operators is highly dependent of the usage of such equipment and tools. If use incorrectly, it could be potentially dangerous that manufactures cannot be held liable of any improper usage of equipment that is not intended or designed for.
Demolition Companies Sydney responsibly ensuring that the tools and equipment must only use for a demolition work intended for and should maintain for the compliance of the recommendations made by manufacturers or property owners. The operators must properly trained in handling particular equipment and should be tested and inspected by regular intervals by qualified contractor’s personnel.
Demolition Processes
By Blasting
It could be extremely dangerous yet effective method of demolition but in a controlled manner. A demolition machine is creating “weakened points” to weaken the structures in accordance with blasting experts’ calculations to blast in a different section.
By hand-held tools
Is only used by small demolition volumes and served only as preparatory work for other big demolition jobs. It could be intensive in labor, slow and thus cost more in time and money.
By Rig-mounted breakers
When compared to hand-held, this has great advantage of delivering more powerful impact and is much more effective. It is commonly use of carrier’s hydraulic system and necessary to swift change of tools between other attachments and breaker. This is mainly facilitated by the use of hydraulic quick couplings and a quick- hitch. It demands in the use of carriers with weight ratios. Careful maneuver of the equipment must look out for to avoid the operator or the carrier collapse.
By rig-mounted crushers
It has become an extreme interest in demolition for its stipulation of low-noise levels while the works are carried out.
By splitting
It is much suitable when there is large section of concrete needs to be demolished or when a large opening to be made. It does not create shock waves nor any dust, noise or flying fragments.
By sawing and drilling
This is used as preparatory measures for clearing the area.
Every demolition contractors has their own way of doing their job as long as the job is well done and promoting for the safety of everyone.