| Floor material and reinforcement |
Confirm whether the machine is intended for concrete, masonry, tile, screed, or reinforced slabs, and review compatible tooling. |
Different floor materials change cutting speed, tool wear, vibration, and the risk of damaging embedded reinforcement or finishes. |
Ask: Which floor materials and reinforcement conditions can this model handle, and which drill bits or core tools are recommended? |
| Required hole diameter and depth |
Compare your full range of hole diameters and drilling depths with the machine’s stated working range and tool compatibility. |
A machine suited to small anchor holes may not provide the control, clearance, or drive needed for larger penetrations. |
Provide the smallest and largest hole sizes, maximum depth, and whether holes must be blind or through-holes. |
| Drilling method and drive control |
Check whether the machine uses rotary drilling, impact drilling, or core drilling, and confirm how speed, feed, and torque are controlled. |
The wrong drilling method can cause excessive vibration, poor hole accuracy, tool damage, or surface chipping. |
Ask which drilling mode fits your floor material and whether the operator can adjust speed and feed for each tool. |
| Stability, alignment, and portability |
Review the mounting or anchoring method, guide arrangement, machine weight, and how the unit is positioned on uneven or finished floors. |
A stable, accurately aligned setup produces straighter holes and reduces movement during drilling, while portability matters across multiple work areas. |
Ask how the machine is secured, how alignment is set, and whether it can be moved without damaging the floor. |
| Dust, slurry, and worksite control |
Confirm provisions for dust extraction, water supply, slurry collection, drainage, and safe operation in the intended indoor or outdoor location. |
Concrete and masonry drilling can create dust or slurry that affects visibility, cleanup, nearby equipment, and the finished surface. |
Ask what dust or water-control equipment is required and how waste is contained during floor drilling. |