Hydraulic machine makes straight and angle cuts.(Chipping & Splitting Tools)

From: Masonry Construction | Date: April 1, 2006 | Copyright information

The Blockshear is an easy, dust-free, and convenient onsite method for making straight and angle cuts. It produces split-face cuts on brick pavers and precast concrete blocks from 2.5-8-in. thick. The cordless, foot-operated hydraulic tool has a table that lower...

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