This applies to the cutting of textile sheet materials using an electrically powered rotary cutter.

The creation of grooves, rebates and shaped edges of boards using a rotating cutter. Most portable power tools are electrically operated but pneumatic tools are used where compressed air is available. The use of tools with integral low-voltage battery packs is increasing.

The construction of biscuit joints, often in manufactured board. Most portable power tools are electrically operated but pneumatic tools are used where compressed air is available. The use of tools with integral low-voltage battery packs is increasing.

Cutting through brick and blockwork walls to form an opening and other cutting tasks such as cutting walls and concrete to form channels for services and cutting paving slabs and similar to size.