York House, Marble Arch
The client’s requirement was to form new staircase openings from Level 5 to Level 3 through 380mm-thick reinforced concrete slab – all within an occupied building.
The works were carried out at night; however, no percussion vibration was permitted due to the close proximity of residential premises.
This meant that a different method had to be employed, which was to diamond drill and saw cut (using 110v and 3 phase electric equipment) the 5m x 4m area into manageable sections. These could then be lifted and removed in a controlled and quiet method, suiting the client’s requirements and with minimal noise produced.

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September 15, 2023
When it comes to precision drilling in the construction and engineering sectors, diamond drilling stands out as a premier method. But what is diamond drilling, and why is it hailed as a groundbreaking technique in the industry? Let’s dive deep into this advanced drilling process and shed light on its significance for those searching “What...

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September 4, 2023
In the wake of the recent revelations surrounding the RAAC concrete crisis, public concern has understandably skyrocketed. As the Managing Director of MH Diamond Drilling, I feel compelled to address these concerns, not just as a business leader, but as a member of the community who shares the same worries about the safety and wellbeing...

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February 21, 2022
Works completed in Feb 2022. We were requested by our client to remove the concrete canopy and columns to the front of Number 1 Knightsbridge by means of Controlled Demolition. We used a 330 Robotic demolition machine (Brokk) to crunch down the concrete and finished of with a track saw cut to leave a smooth.

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June 12, 2019
Statistically, construction is the most dangerous job to have in the UK. Out of all fatal injuries at work, construction workers make up over a quarter of these deaths. Construction is also one of the largest industries in the UK, employing more people than other sectors, but the rate of deaths is still disproportionately large.

By Prime Cut Diamond Drilling
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November 29, 2018
Since its inception, diamond drilling has been a fundamental part of the mining industry and subterranean exploration in general. Without the vital information gathered from core samples, mines all over the world could not be explored or worked. On top of this, many of the world’s largest structures, such as buildings, bridges and dams, could.

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August 28, 2018
The requirement of the project was to remove areas of York stone steps to the front entrance of the museum without damaging them, so that they could be reused. Our suggested method was to diamond saw cut using power hydraulic hand-held saws. Firstly, we used a pre-cut saw with a maximum cutting depth of 150mm,...

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May 15, 2018
Ever wanted to know more about the role of water in diamond drilling? Watch our video to learn about the benefits of water to the process of Diamond Drilling. [transcript] Diamond drilling is a no-mess technique that avoids the production of unhealthy dust clouds. Quite simply, the use of water is key during many.

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December 11, 2017
A broad range of materials can be cut with diamond drills and saws, including concrete, brickwork, asphalt, and marble. Due to its excellent versatility, high precision, and non-percussive nature, diamond drilling and sawing can be used for a wide spectrum of jobs and for multiple different industries. What materials can diamond drills and saws cut?

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September 25, 2017
Due to a design issue the clients requirement was to increase the width of 23 number loading docks to a new distribution warehouse at the London Gateway development. The method was to diamond saw cut vertically through precast concrete panels to a depth of 250mm using hydraulic ring saw to release the section. The high...

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October 6, 2016
What is Controlled demolition? The process of systematically demolishing a structure in order to achieve a certain objective. Often used for working on buildings where high control measures of safety and order are essential, controlled demolition ensures that disturbance to the surrounding structures and area is kept to a minimum. Safety is paramount in controlled...