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A new patented technique called D-Kerb, developed by D-Drill, cuts the stones in situ, removing the need for expensive kerb replacement, road closures and waste disposal. The downside of cutting any stone is the appearance of the cut surface. With granite, the surface tends to be smooth and stands out compared to the existing surfaces which are aged and worn. For the cycle path to reach its full potential, EcoQuip EQ300s was used to create a pitted finish on the granite which was the same as that of the existing kerb stones. Unlike other technologies, such as UHP or dry blast, the lack of waste generated by the EQ300 means that the street remains open with only shrouding around the work area. The time taken to resurface 40 linear meters was a couple of hours. The traditional way to re-profile stone is the use of needle guns. This would have taken days to cover the distance required. EcoQuip EQ300 is a self-contained unit attached to an appropriately sized air compressor which allows it to be moved to a jobsite.
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