Tools: Building Construction Methods

BUILDING CONSTRUCTION METHODS
TOOLS
TOOLS
Any physical item that can extend an
individual's ability to modify features
of materials or help accomplish a
particular task.
TOOLS
Are often also referred to as
machine, apparatus, implements,
instruments or utensils.
TOOLS
Technology.
The knowledge of obtaining,
constructing and using tools.
IMPORTANCE OF TOOLS
• Proper tools are essential for the effective operation
of any civil works site.
• For every construction activity, there is an
optimal combination of tools, equipment and labor.
• Faulty equipment is a common reason for delays
on construction sites.
IMPORTANCE OF TOOLS
• Tools should be of good quality and designed
so that they are efficient in use.
1. EFFICIENCY 3. QUALITY OF WORK

2. ACCURACY 4. SPEED
CLASSIFICATION OF TOOLS
• Based on their functions, construction tools can be
broadly classified into the following categories:
1. STRIKING TOOLS 4. TORSION TOOLS

2. CUTTING TOOLS 5. MEASURING TOOLS
3. BORING TOOLS 6. HOLDING TOOLS
• Based on their type of Trade its commonly used in,
construction tools can be broadly classified as:
1. CARPENTRY TOOLS 4. PAINTING TOOLS

2. MASONRY TOOLS 5. PLUMBING TOOLS
3. TINSMITH TOOLS 6. ELECTRICAL TOOLS
Tools specifically designed for woodworking, including cutting,
2. MASONRY TOOLS 5. PLUMBING TOOLS
shaping, and joining wooden materials.
Carpentry
3.TINSMITH tools can be broadly
TOOLS 6.classified
ELECTRICALaccording
TOOLSto Functions:
GUIDING AND TESTING TOOLS
Straight Edge
2. GUIDING
MASONRY AND TESTING TOOLS
TOOLS 5. PLUMBING TOOLS
Try Square
Miter Square
Combined Square
Combination Try & Miter Square
2. GUIDING
Framing Square
2. GUIDING
Water Level
Bubble/Spirit
Level
Laser Level Post Level

Sliding T-Bevel
2. GUIDING
Angle Divider Miter Shooting
Board
Miter Box Plumb Bob

2. MARKING TOOLS
MASONRY TOOLS 5. PLUMBING TOOLS
Scratch Awl
3. TINSMITH TOOLSChalkline 6. ELECTRICAL TOOLS
Lead Pencil
Compass
Scriber
Divider
2. MEASURING TOOLS
Extension
Rule
2-Foot Four
Folding Rule
Marking Gauge
Push Pull Rule
Zigzag Rule
Slide Caliper
Rule
2. HOLDING TOOLS
 Can be classified according to Service Required such as:
A. Supporting
Worktables &
Horse or Trestle Workbenches
2. HOLDING TOOLS
MASONRY TOOLS 5. PLUMBING TOOLS Chain Clamps
B. Retaining
3. TINSMITH TOOLS 6. ELECTRICAL
Double Screw TOOLS
Clamp
Single Screw
Clamp
Beam Clamp
Miter Clamp
2. HOLDING TOOLS
B. Retaining
Parallel Jaw
Screw Vise
Swivel
Bottom
Self Adjusting
Jaw
Quick Acting
Screw
2. TOOTHED CUTTING TOOLS
 Can be classified as:
A. Saws
B. Files & Rasps
C. Sandpapers
Files
Saws
Sandpaper
A. Saws
Hand Saw
Band Saw
Circular Saw
A. Saws
Straight Back Narrowed Rip
Back
Panel with
Adjustable
Handle
Skewed Back
Hand
B. Files & Rasps
Cross Section of Files

2. SHARP-EDGE CUTTING TOOLS
Parts of a Wood Chisel
• Length • Shape
• Edge • Taper/Width
• Handle
2. ROUGH FACING
MASONRY TOOLS TOOLS 5. PLUMBING TOOLS
Griffith Axe Types of Adzes

2. ROUGH FACING
MASONRY TOOLS TOOLS 5. PLUMBING TOOLS
Barrel Hatchet
Shingling Hatchet
Claw Hatchet
Broad Hatchet Half Hatchet
2. SMOOTH
MASONRY FACING
TOOLS TOOLS5. PLUMBING TOOLS
Jack Plane Trying Plane Smooth Plane
Fore Plane
Jointer Plane
Block Plane
2. SMOOTH
MASONRY FACING
Moulding & Special Plane

2. SMOOTH
MASONRY FACING
Stanley Universal Concave Cutter Chamfer Cutter

2. BORING
MASONRYTOOLS
1. Punching 4. External Boring
2. Boring 5. Counter Sinking
3. Drilling 6. Enlarging
2. BORING
MASONRYTOOLS
Brad Awl Auger
Reamer
Gimlet
Drill
2. FASTENING TOOLS
Types of Hammer Types of Wrenches

2. FASTENING TOOLS
Types of Screwdrivers
2. SHARPENING TOOLS
Leather
Strop
Diamond
Sharpening
Oil Stone Plate
Grind Stone
Are used in construction to work with various types of masonry, such as
3.TINSMITH TOOLS 6. ELECTRICAL TOOLS
brick, concrete, and stone.
 Masonry tools can be classified into 2 Broad Categories:
ROUGHING UP TOOLS
SURFACE FINISHING TOOLS
3. ROUGHING UP TOOLS
TINSMITH TOOLS 6. ELECTRICAL TOOLS
SURFACE FINISHING TOOLS Brick Hammer
Mason Axe
Crandall
Wrecking Bar
Cold Chisel
SURFACE FINISHING
3. TINSMITH TOOLS
TOOLS
6. ELECTRICAL TOOLS
 Used to give a final finish to masonry work. These tools are used to
shape, smooth, and polish the surface of materials like concrete, brick,
and stone.
 Divided into two Categories:
FLOAT
TROWEL
SURFACE FINISHING
3. TINSMITH TOOLS
TOOLS
6. ELECTRICAL TOOLS
Bull Float
Common Float
Nail Float
Carpet Float
Angle Float
SURFACE FINISHING
3. TINSMITH TOOLS
TOOLS
6. ELECTRICAL TOOLS
Pointing Trowel Brick Trowel
Ordinary Trowel
Margin Trowel
Finishing Trowel
MISCELLANEOUS
3. TINSMITH TOOLS
TOOLS 6. ELECTRICAL TOOLS
Mason’s Line
Caulking Gun
Grout Bag
Putty Plates
Trim Roller
THAT’S ALL.
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BUILDING CONSTRUCTION METHODS

1. EFFICIENCY 3. QUALITY OF WORK

1. STRIKING TOOLS 4. TORSION TOOLS

1. CARPENTRY TOOLS 4. PAINTING TOOLS

GUIDING AND TESTING TOOLS

Laser Level Post Level

Miter Box Plumb Bob

Push Pull Rule

Cross Section of Files

Parts of a Wood Chisel

Griffith Axe Types of Adzes

Jack Plane Trying Plane Smooth Plane

Moulding & Special Plane

Stanley Universal Concave Cutter Chamfer Cutter

Types of Hammer Types of Wrenches

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