If the concrete floor is supported by the ground (ie ground bearing slab), then there should be no problem cutting a channel in the floor. Check the depth of cut these machines make as it may not be enough, but they are certainly cleaner especially if hire with a vacuum cleaner to attach it to.

However, I have my own and even for a 5' channel it does make it so much easier to get it straight and of consistent depth, plus the ability to attach a vacuum extractor keeps dust to a minimum. I plan on using a 4" stone cutting disc in my angle grinder, cutting two lines 30mm apart and then hammering the middle bit out. A Baier channel cutter is a type of machine used in the construction and building industries for cutting concrete and other building materials. Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item.This system makes it possible to work bridge-less, directly beside walls for high performance, dustless channel cutting of brick, stone and concrete. One piece is slotted, and the depth of the groove is adjustable to meet the needs of different walls. Portable concrete saws are capable of heavy-duty cutting for concrete and metal, whilst concrete floor saws are ideal for hard surfaces outdoors.

We have many manual disc cutters, wall saws, and electric disc cutters to help with your next project. Whether you’re a trade professional or a DIY hobbyist, we have the equipment you need to get the job done. If you, as the hirer, refuel any equipment while it is in your possession, it must be with WHITE DIESEL. Specially designed diamond tools for use in “Farmyard Grooving“ result in anti-slip easy to clean surfaces while the variable spacer system permits any groove pattern to be achieved.

I did it successfully yesterday - took about an hour, maybe two all in, made loads of dust but all done now. This electric concrete slotting machine adopts a unique molding process, which can slot the wall quickly and cleanly. Credit subject to status, UK residents only, Toolstation Ltd, acts as a broker and offers finance from a restricted range of finance providers, PayPal Credit is a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH. The system also works on highways, runways and in warehousing when demarcation lines have to be recessed for durability and longer life. It makes clean and accurate cuts, allowing for the removal of sections or the creation of openings in concrete structures.

Walk-behind concrete cutters are commonly used for smaller cutting tasks, such as creating expansion joints, cutting trenches, or removing damaged sections of concrete. Conveniently located front cover efficiently prevents the dust from spreading, in every cutting depth. Finally, an equipped suction cover effectively removes dust and debris before it can cycle through the air.Depending on your project requirements, we have options from block splitters, concrete, and masonry saws. Instead, the 2,400 watt, 220V, single-phase motor cuts channels up to two inches wide, and you can run them overlapping to avoid any gaps. It does a much quicker job than a disc cutter, has a water feed tank to reduce dust (and cool the blade) and saves a lot of back ache caused by bending over all day!