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... The post What is Diamond Drilling? appeared first on M Hall Diamond Drilling.

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... The post Addressing the RAAC Crisis – A Green, Safe, and Expert Approach to RAAC Demolition appeared first on M Hall Diamond Drilling.

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... The post Controlled Demolition, Knightsbridge appeared first on M Hall Diamond Drilling.

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.... The post Best Practises to Improve Construction Site Safety appeared first on M Hall Diamond Drilling.

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... The post The History of the Diamond Core Drill – a Timeline appeared first on M Hall Diamond Drilling.

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,... The post Natural History Museum, Kensington appeared first on M Hall Diamond Drilling.

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... The post Role of Water in Diamond Drilling appeared first on M Hall Diamond Drilling.

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?... The post What materials can be cut with diamond drills and saws? appeared first on M Hall Diamond Drilling.

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... The post York House, Marble Arch appeared first on M Hall Diamond Drilling.