Breakers
Breakers are designed for controlled demolition of concrete, brick and masonry surfaces. They are commonly used in construction, renovation and maintenance work to break up slabs, walls, foundations and other solid materials. Different breaker sizes are suited to different levels of work, allowing operators to match power, control and weight to the task at hand.
Bo’s Plant & Tool Hire supplies a range of light-, medium- and heavy-duty breakers, suitable for both small-scale work and demanding demolition applications.
Breakers
Light-duty Breakers
Light-duty breakers and chipping hammers are designed for lighter demolition and detail work. Their lower weight allows for better control, making them suitable for vertical or overhead applications.
Typical uses include:
Chiselling and shaping concrete
Removing tiles and plaster
Breaking thin slabs and masonry
Detailed demolition work
Medium-duty Breakers
Medium-duty breakers are suitable for a wide range of demolition tasks. They provide strong breaking power while remaining easier to handle than the heaviest models. These breakers are often used for breaking concrete floors, steps, smaller foundations and lower wall sections.
They are a popular choice for general construction and renovation work.
Heavy-duty Breakers
Heavy-duty breakers are used for demanding demolition work where maximum impact energy is required. These breakers are typically operated at ground level and are ideal for breaking thick concrete slabs, foundations and heavily reinforced surfaces.
They are commonly used on:
Driveways and floors
Structural concrete
Large demolition projects
What Breakers Are Used For
Breakers use repeated impact force to fracture hard materials such as concrete and masonry. They are typically used for:
Removing concrete slabs and floors
Breaking foundations and footings
Demolishing brickwork and walls
Chiselling and chipping concrete surfaces
Preparing areas for construction or repair work
Choosing the correct breaker helps reduce operator fatigue, improves productivity and prevents unnecessary damage to surrounding structures.
Choosing the Right Breaker
The most suitable breaker depends on the thickness and strength of the material being broken, as well as the working position.
Heavy-duty breakers are best suited to thick, reinforced concrete and ground-level demolition work.
Medium-duty breakers offer a balance between power and manoeuvrability and are ideal for general demolition tasks.
Light-duty breakers and chippers are used for detail work, wall applications and tasks requiring more control and precision.
Using a breaker that is too heavy or too light for the task can slow down work and increase strain on the operator.