Get involved
IACDS offers different options to get involved:
The International Association of Concrete Drillers & Sawers, IACDS, is the organization representing the associations, companies, and professionals of the concrete drilling and sawing industry around the globe.
- IACDS has a strong focus on providing an international union with the cooperation of trade Associations.
- To look after, promote and protect the interests of the industry.
- To set and promote international standards on the development of professional drilling and sewing contractors and their methods.
- To be involved in and have an impact on drilling & sawing legislation.
- To exchange information on techniques, working methods, and training.
- To maintain contacts with similar organizations in other parts of the world.
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Membership | Partnership |
What does IACDS do?

What are our objectives?
IACDS has amongst others the following objectives:
- To look after, promote and protect the interests of the drillers and sawers industry all over the world;
- To set and to promote worldwide standards on drilling and sawing techniques;
- To be involved in and have an impact on health and safety legislation;
- To exchange information on techniques, working methods, and training.
These are some of the publication you can enjoy as a member
![]() | Guide on Safe Use of Diamond Segmented Tools |
![]() | Guide about Slurry Management in concrete cutting |