The concrete and masonry world is full of great tools that make jobs quicker and easier to do, give better results, and are designed to be safe and economical to use. One of the biggest questions contractors face is which ones to get. A tool that sits for months without being used is expensive at any price, but one that makes everyday jobs easier is worth pretty much whatever cost you can bear.

If you do a lot of brick removal and repair for renovation and construction, the Arbortech AS170 Brick and Mortar Saw is one of the must-haves. Pros find that its ability to make quick and easy work of brick and stone removal make it well worth the cost. In fact, several users report up to 40% labor savings due to its speed and precision in making cuts fast and with no overcutting. The surrounding brickwork remains untouched with no need for bolstering or stitch drilling. Simply put, if you do a lot of brickwork, the Arbortech AS170 is a good investment.

The AS170 has a powerful 13-amp 110/120-volt motor to cut through brick and mortar easily with a minimal amount of dust for a dry-cutting saw. It comes with three blades for tuck-pointing, plunge cutting, and general purpose cutting. It’s the only small hand-held saw able to make 4 ¾” deep cuts and its patented orbital cutting action lets you cut safely without kickback whether you’re removing a single brick or making a cutout for a window or door. Its precise forward-facing cutting makes it the perfect choice for safely restoring or repairing valuable historic structures.

The Arbortech AS170 comes with a tool bag for spare blades and accessories and is covered by a 12-month warranty against mechanical failure.

The Arbortech AS170 Brick and Mortar Saw is a versatile tool for busy brick and masonry contractors that ensures a professional job and results you’ll be proud to show off. And whatever your concrete and masonry cutting, coring, and finishing requirements may be, equipment and tools from Ace Cutting Equipment are your choice for top-quality results.