At Power Plant Hire, in addition to hiring and selling large pieces of plant machinery, we also specialise in smaller pieces of handheld equipment. As powerful as large machines are, some jobs require additional finesse and precision that only handheld tools can deliver; the arena of Concrete Finishing is no exception. In this article, we’ll take a look at five types of handheld Concrete Finishing tools that not only enable you to provide an exquisite finish on your surface but will reduce the time and effort involved in your project.
Dimple Rollers
Dimple Rollers, also referred to as Indent Rollers or Crimping Rollers, are used when the concrete is at a plastic stage. They are applied to the concrete to create a non-slip surface by creating dimples/indents in the concrete. This type of concrete finishing equipment is often used when creating footpath surfaces, for example, making them safer to walk on in wet conditions. You can find more information on our Dimple Rollers here.
Hardwall Stiller
There’s no getting away from it—construction projects are messy environments, especially when it comes to concrete work. Indeed, sometimes the post-job tidying up can be more laborious and tedious than the concrete application itself. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a way to reduce the mess in the first place? Enter the Hardwall Stiller. Ideal for mixing paint, mortar, resin, or plaster, the electronic Hardwall Stiller gently plunges into the material to be stirred without creating a messy spillage that will add unnecessary time and effort to completing the job. Find out more about Hardwall Stillers here. Add one to your Concrete Finishing Equipment arsenal today.
Handheld Electric Concrete Planer
Handheld Electric Concrete Planers are used in Concrete Finishing to smooth the surfaces of both floors and walls. They are also helpful in removing sealants and for leveling out bumps and dents in the concrete. Handheld Electric Concrete Planers reduce the effort (and time) needed when using purely manual concrete planing equipment, without compromising on finesse. One of our favourite Electric Concrete Planers is made by Hilti. The Hilti DG 150 model incorporates a unique “spike” diamond cup wheel which allows debris to pass through without clogging up the wheel itself. The Hilti DG 150 also collects dust to reduce its impact on both the operator and the working area, making for a cleaner and safer working environment.
The Easy Screed Beam Vibrator
The Easy Screed is a petrol-powered beam vibrator that enables the leveling of concrete surfaces to be completed by one person working alone in an efficient manner, with no compromise on accuracy. 3m beams are included with the Easy Screed. The centrifugal force can be varied according to beam width and concrete slump, making for a highly versatile piece of Concrete Finishing Equipment. The Easy Screed is ergonomically designed with an adjustable handle height to suit the individual operator.
Bull Floats
Bull Floats are another essential part of your armour when it comes to Concrete Finishing Equipment. After a screed has been used to level the concrete surface, a Bull Float is applied to smooth out any discrepancies, dents, etc, in the concrete finish. The name “Bull Float” comes from the curved, bull-nosed shape of the blade, which serves to prevent lap marks or digging of the surface. They come into their own when you need Concrete Finishing Equipment for hard-to-reach concrete areas (such as driveways, for example). The swivel head of the blade allows flexible push-and-pull application across surfaces. Discover more about our Bull Floats here.
The above is just a selection of our vast array of Concrete Finishing Equipment available for hire or purchase. You can view the full range here. We hope to look at some more examples of useful handheld tools in a future article, but if you’re looking for something that isn’t covered here, or aren’t sure as to which piece of Concrete Finishing Equipment is best for your project, please do get in touch with our team on 053 923 5003 or email sales@powerplant.ie. Our team has decades of experience in meeting the plant and tool requirements of Irish tradesmen and will be only too happy to share their knowledge.
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