pneumatic drill
[njuːˈmætɪk drɪl]
nounpl: pneumatic drills
furadeira pneumática
1. A power tool that uses compressed air to drive a drilling mechanism, typically used for heavy-duty drilling in hard materials such as concrete, stone, or metal
The construction worker used a pneumatic drill to bore holes into the concrete foundation.
O operário de construção usou uma furadeira pneumática para fazer furos na fundação de concreto.
2. A handheld or mounted drilling device powered by compressed air pressure rather than electricity
Pneumatic drills are preferred on construction sites because they are lightweight and safe to use in wet conditions.
As furadeiras pneumáticas são preferidas em canteiros de obra porque são leves e seguras de usar em condições úmidas.
Pneumatic drills are widely used in Brazilian and American construction industries due to their reliability, durability, and safety advantages in wet or explosive environments. In industrial settings, they are valued for their lack of electrical hazards. The tool is particularly common in infrastructure projects, mining operations, and manufacturing facilities across both countries.
NYC Slang
air drill; powder drill (colloquial in some construction contexts)
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