Soff-Cut saws
Cut clean, precise contraction joints and leave behind a stronger floor. Discover the power of Husqvarna Soff-Cut® – the original Ultra Early Entry™ concrete saw.
It’s not finished until it’s soff-cut®
Husqvarna Soff-Cut® is the original system for the Ultra Early Entry™ sawing of contraction joints in new concrete slabs. It is often imitated, but never duplicated.
For decades, professionals have relied on our technology to minimise the risk of random cracks, achieve the most aesthetically pleasing result and leave behind the strongest possible floor. And it continues to set the standard today for efficiency, versatility and ease of use.
With a full range of Husqvarna Soff-Cut® machines to choose from, you can tackle a wide range of jobs and fast-track applications with confidence – from warehouse floors to parking lots, and from residential and city streets to major highways and runways. You can even work in tight indoor spaces and other areas where emissions are restricted using our PACE battery-powered Soff-Cut® saw.
Give every job the great finish it deserves – with Husqvarna Soff-Cut®.
Let’s talk: soff-cut® ultra early entry™ sawing
Watch this video from our “Let’s Talk” series about Ultra Early Entry™ sawing for tips, best practices and equipment recommendations. Learn why cutting joints within the Green Zone™ is so important to prevent random cracking – one of the most costly, aggravating problems you can face when dealing with new concrete.
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Soff-cut® in their own words
Jerrod Young is a saw foreman at R.E. Middleton Construction based in Mason, OH. Learn why he only uses Soff-Cut® saws and Soff-Cut® blades to cut straight, clean contraction joints.
Soff-cut® in international studies
As the original Ultra Early Entry™ saws, Husqvarna Soff-Cut® machines were used in several international studies evaluating the method’s effectiveness. This white paper, published by the Federal Highway Administration in the U.S., summarises those studies. It also discusses why the method is superior to conventional joint-cutting practices and provides general guidelines for getting the best possible results.
Soff-cut® blades
Soff-Cut® blades are specifically engineered for Ultra Early Entry™ sawing with Soff-Cut® saws. Formulated to resist premature wear in soft, fresh concrete, the blades feature high-quality, precisely graded diamonds for reliably clean cuts.
To get the best performance from your saw, it’s essential to choose the right blade for your concrete’s composition. This is why we offer a full range of blades designed for different types of aggregate. To match your requirements, the blades are available in three performance levels: ELITE, VARI, and TACTI.
Each new blade comes with an anti-ravelling skid plate that minimises surface damage and ensures smooth, stable operation. Together, the blade and skid plate translate to higher productivity and qualitative results.
For optimal performance, use only genuine Soff-Cut® blades with Soff-Cut® saws.
Soff-cut® 150 pace: lighter. Faster. More versatile.
If you like the compact size and versatility of the petrol-powered Soff-Cut® 150 saw, then you’ll love the battery-powered Soff-Cut® 150 PACE model. Watch the walk-around video to learn about the saw’s great advantages over petrol, including:
- Cuts faster and is virtually maintenance-free – thanks to the brushless motor and durable electric driveline
- Versatile – This battery-powered device is suitable for indoor use because it produces no direct emissions during operation
- Easier to transport and manoeuvre – thanks to the saw’s lower weight
- Easier to start – push-button start eliminates starter-cord hassles
- Easier to operate – thanks to a load indicator that helps the operator find the right cutting speed
- More comfortable for longer periods – thanks to lower noise and vibrations
A complete solution for efficient dust management
Keep your job site as productive as possible with our complete solutions for efficient dust management. A full range of air cleaners, dust extractors, dust collectors, pre-separators, slurry vacuums and wet vacuums integrates easily with our cutting, drilling, sawing blasting and grinding equipment.
Husqvarna technicians at your service
When your Soff-Cut® saw is due for service or needs repair, our expert technicians stand ready to fix it without delay. For even more peace of mind, consider a Husqvarna Service Contract. This covers all preventive maintenance (plus repairs, if you like) for a fixed monthly fee. Or enjoy the security and cost control of a Husqvarna Operational Lease, which gives you both machines and maintenance for a fixed monthly fee.
Explore Husqvarna Services to learn more about how we can keep your machines in top condition.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Soff-Cut® saw?
A Soff-Cut® saw is an ultra-early entry concrete saw designed to cut contraction joints in freshly placed concrete before random cracks develop. Unlike traditional concrete joint saws, Soff-Cut® technology allows contractors to cut joints shortly after finishing while the concrete is still in its early curing stage.
What is the Soff-Cut® method?
The Soff-Cut® method, also known as Ultra-Early Entry™ concrete cutting, creates control joints in green concrete as soon as the slab can support foot traffic. This helps direct cracking to planned joint locations instead of allowing cracks to form randomly across the surface.
What is an early entry concrete saw used for?
An early entry concrete saw is used to cut contraction joints, also called control joints, in newly poured concrete slabs. These joint cuts create designated weak points that help manage shrinkage stresses and reduce random cracking.
How do you install control joints in concrete?
Control joints are straight, shallow cuts made at planned intervals in a concrete slab. They are typically installed using a joint cutting saw or concrete joint saw to help control where natural cracking occurs during curing.
What is green concrete?
Green concrete is concrete that has begun curing but has not fully hardened. During this stage, a green concrete saw or dry-cut early entry concrete saw can create clean contraction joints before significant internal stresses develop.
What is the Green Zone™?
The Green Zone™ is the ideal time to perform ultra-early entry concrete cutting. During this period, the concrete is firm enough to walk on without leaving marks but still soft enough to cut effectively and help minimize random cracking.
How deep should a Soff-Cut® control joint be?
When using the Ultra-Early Entry™ method, control joints are typically cut to approximately one-eighth (1/8) of the slab thickness. This shallow cut helps encourage cracking directly beneath the joint.
Why choose a Soff-Cut® saw instead of a conventional concrete saw?
A Soff-Cut® saw allows contractors to cut joints earlier than conventional concrete saws, helping reduce the risk of random cracking, improve joint quality, and increase jobsite productivity. The system is also designed for low-dust concrete cutting and efficient early-entry operation.
Are Soff-Cut® saws suitable for concrete slabs?
Yes. Soff-Cut® saws are specifically designed for concrete slabs, including residential, commercial, and industrial flatwork projects where early control joint installation is critical.
What is the difference between a control joint and a contraction joint?
There is no practical difference. The terms control joint and contraction joint are often used interchangeably to describe a planned cut in concrete that helps control where shrinkage cracks occur.
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