Overhead bush hammer RSI
The problem
Ceiling manual bush hammering: vibration plus raised arms, heavily strained shoulders.
Sept Tools
Fouine bush hammer on a Gazelle or Eland trolley: 1.2 m/s² declared, reduced carrying effort.
Sept Tools
Strain-free ceiling bush hammering
Two equivalent brushless sets for ceiling bush hammering: Gazelle with IU33 Longopac and Fouine XB165, or compact Eland with Fouine. Built-in class H extraction, native strain relief.
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Ceiling bush hammering combines the strain of overhead work with that of manual bush hammering. Raised arms, machine weight, vibration, dust falling straight back onto the operator: impossible to sustain over a full day without dedicated equipment. Sept Tools offers two brushless ceiling sets equivalent in throughput. The Gazelle set (Gazelle + IU33 Longopac + Fouine XB165) for standard sites with built-in class H extraction. The compact Eland set (Eland + Fouine) for sites constrained on size. Both deliver native strain relief that lets the operator hold a full shift.
Our solutions
Which machine for your job site?
The machines below are selected for this application: dust captured at the source and anti-MSD design. Quote within one working day.
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Bouchardeuse Fouine
The Fouine bush hammer has been developed with our brushless motors (low noise, low vibration, extended service life and waterproof) for renovation, construction, demolition, asbestos removal and dismantling. It handles your bush hammering tasks on render, resin, bituminous coatings and more. This bush hammer is compatible with our range of ergonomic trolleys, enabling overhead bush hammering. This machine must be used with an electronic speed controller IP65 and an industrial vacuum with a LONGOPAC bag.
Gazelle
The Gazelle trolley carries the Fouine XB165 (or other compatible machine) for strain-free ceiling grinding. 36.2 kg, working height up to 4 m with the extension arm (3.5 m with the standard arm). Single-operator ceiling sanding throughput: 12 to 16 m²/h on concrete, x5 vs manual pole. Compatible with the class H IU33 Longopac vacuum. Built in Roanne.
Eland Bras de ponçage
The Eland grinding arm is a ceiling grinding trolley fitted with a grinding arm module to support the Fouine XB165 grinder.
IU33 Longopac
The IU33 Longopac is our class H construction vacuum for HEPA H14 source capture. 1100 W, 25 kg, 200 m³/h flow. Longopac continuous bagging system: the full bag is sealed and separated without exposing the operator to the collected dust. Compatible with all our machines except the Castor and Ceiling Planer planers. Source capture of crystalline silica. EN 60335-2-69 annex AA. Roanne, after-sales diagnosis within 48 working hours.
IU40
The IU40 is a universal bypass motor cyclonic dust extractor designed for fine dust extraction on site. Its compact design facilitates transport and provides stable manoeuvrability. Equipped with a 22 m Longopac system, a HEPA + PTFE filter cartridge (18,500 cm² filtration area), an H14 secondary absolute filter (99.995% at 0.12 µm, MPPS) and an airflow of 170 m³/h, it suits the Petit Potam and Fouine grinders.
IU51
The IU51 is a dual universal bypass motor cyclonic dust extractor. Compact, easy to transport and to handle, it suits confined spaces. Its automatic filter cleaning system works during operation, without operator action, and keeps the airflow constant. Equipped with 2 ULPA+PTFE cartridges (22,000 cm²), an airflow of 340 m³/h and the 22 m Longopac system. Compatible with the Petit Potam, Fouine and Castor.
IU81
The IU81 is a triple-motor cyclonic dust extractor. Its enhanced filter protection against abrasive materials and improved cyclonic effect make it suited to demanding sites. Automatic filter cleaning (also available in manual mode). Equipped with 3 ULPA+PTFE cartridges (36,000 cm²), an airflow of 510 m³/h and the 22 m Longopac system. Compatible with the Petit Potam, Fouine and Castor.
IU200
The IU200 is an industrial dust extractor with automatic filter cleaning and a multi-filter system. It is designed for continuous 24/7 operation. Industrial extraction of fine dust for a clean and safe working environment. Equipped with 5 HEPA + PTFE cartridges (100,000 cm²), a turbine delivering 1,100 m³/h and a large-capacity drum. Compatible with the Petit Potam, Fouine and Castor.
Key figures
59 dB(A)
Sound level
Occupied site without acoustic nuisance.
1.2m/s²
Vibration
Declared value (manual), at the ceiling.
H
Extraction class
Built-in HEPA H14.
1.2m/s²
Vibration
Value declared in the Bouchardeuse Fouine XB165 manual.
Traditional method vs Sept Tools
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Manual ceiling bush hammering
- Raised arms: 2 h max before acute MSD
- Manual bush hammering: irregular grain
- Class M vacuum: OEL not met
- Two machines for grinding and bush hammering
- High noise on occupied site
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Sept Tools Gazelle or Eland sets
- Gazelle or Eland trolley: full day with no fatigue
- CSP profile as per the data sheet
- IU33 Longopac HEPA H14: source capture, reduced exposure
- Gazelle and Eland trolleys shared by both machines
- 59 dB(A): inhabited dwelling without nuisance
Why Sept Tools
Why choose French brushless tools?
Fouine brushless
Brushless motor against repeated ceiling impacts.
Gazelle or Eland set
Two sizes per site constraint: integrated or compact.
Built-in class H extraction
IU33 Longopac HEPA H14.
Native trolley strain relief
Fouine mass absorbed, full day with no fatigue.
Our ceiling bush hammering method
1
Site diagnosis
Ceiling height, access size, silica constraints.
2
Set selection
Gazelle (built-in extraction) or Eland (compact handling).
3
Brushless bush hammering
Fouine + bush hammering drum, trolley absorbs the mass.
4
Source extraction
IU33 Longopac HEPA H14: source capture.
5
Profile check
CSP 1-6 verification per intended ceiling use.
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Site diagnosis
Ceiling height, access size, silica constraints.
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Set selection
Gazelle (built-in extraction) or Eland (compact handling).
- 3
Brushless bush hammering
Fouine + bush hammering drum, trolley absorbs the mass.
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Source extraction
IU33 Longopac HEPA H14: source capture.
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Profile check
CSP 1-6 verification per intended ceiling use.
Challenges and solutions
Which challenges, and how to solve them?
Noise in operating car park
The problem
Covered car parks and active tertiary: noisy hammer, immediate complaints.
Sept Tools
Brushless 59 dB(A) plus class H extraction: easier cohabitation with users.
Falling fines on operator
The problem
Ceiling bush hammering: silica fines fall on face, OEL exceeded in minutes.
Sept Tools
IU33 Longopac HEPA H14 source capture 200 m³/h.
Class M insufficient overhead
The problem
Class M vacuum overhead: partial capture, OEL 0.1 mg/m³ not met.
Sept Tools
Class H HEPA H14 built into Gazelle set: source capture with no external vacuum to add.
Bulky trolley blocked
The problem
Corridors, door frames, low height: bulky trolley cannot pass.
Sept Tools
Eland: 0.65 x 0.40 x 0.15 m folded, 1.60 x 0.66 x 0.37 m unfolded.
Double fleet capital tied
The problem
Two dedicated ceiling machines: capital doubled, x13 payback not reached.
Sept Tools
Fouine XB165 (grinding) and Bouchardeuse Fouine XB165: motor lifespan x13 (motor only).
Use cases
For which job sites?
Anti-condensation paint adhesion
Covered car park ceilings and technical rooms: bush-hammered profile for the adhesion of technical anti-condensation paints. Higher durability versus grinding.
Architectural exposed-concrete finish
Exposed concrete ceilings in contemporary architecture: revealed aggregate effect, a finish sought in hospitality and premium tertiary.
Roughness for covered car parks
Creation of a non-slip profile on the soffit to limit slippage of suspended technical elements. A durable integrated solution.
Insulating resin preparation
Mechanical adhesion for sprayed insulation resins or technical coatings applied to ceilings. CSP profile as per the coating data sheet.
Real-world conditions
Bush hammering of bridge concrete
civil engineering · reinforced concrete
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Your questions, answered
What is the difference between the Gazelle set and the Eland set?
The Gazelle set (Gazelle + IU33 Longopac + Fouine XB165) bundles class H extraction as standard: ideal for sites where silica capture is critical. The Eland set (Eland + Fouine) is more compact and easier to handle on sites constrained on size: the class H vacuum is connected separately.
Why use the Bouchardeuse Fouine rather than the Fouine grinder?
They are two separate machines: the Fouine XB165 grinds, the Bouchardeuse Fouine XB165 bush-hammers. Each has its own manual.
Can grinding and bush hammering be chained on the ceiling?
Yes, with two separate machines: the Fouine XB165 for grinding and the Bouchardeuse Fouine XB165 for bush hammering, both usable on the Gazelle and Eland trolleys.
Which extraction for ceiling silica dust?
The IU33 Longopac class H HEPA H14 is integrated into the Gazelle set. It captures fines at the source, the control measure silica rules expect, from COSHH guidance in the UK to OSHA 29 CFR 1926.1153 in the US and Directive (EU) 2017/2398 in the EU. In Eland configuration, the IU33 is connected separately.
Which size to choose for a constrained site?
The Eland set is designed for low ceiling heights and restricted access. Its compact size lets it pass through standard corridors and door frames. The Gazelle set is bulkier but bundles the vacuum.
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