Sawing of an opening with Wire Cutter CS17-E for the construction of the Cuyper staircase

Wire Cutter Amsterdam CS

The Situation

For the construction of the Cuyper stairs in the middle of the Amsterdam Central hall, an opening of 8 x 3 meters was cut with surgical precision under the station in the distribution terminal of the Metro.

Not an easy job, partly because heavy equipment cannot be used at this location and the work must also be done without vibration and with low noise levels. 

The Project

It has been decided to cut out the recess in multiple concrete blocks using the B+BTec Wire saw CS17-E.

Project details

  • Wire Cutter: B+BTec CS17-E
  • Dimensions opening: 8 x 3 x 1.7 mtr
  • Dimensions of blocks: 1 x 1 x 1.7 mtr
  • Number of blocks: 24
  • Weight per block: approx. 4000 kg