What is AVT (Anti Vibration Technology) and What Does It Do?

Makita AVT, that’s Anti Vibration Technology to you and me, is a patented system found in Makita Breakers such as the HM1810.  AVT uses reciprocating dampers to counteract the machine-generated vibration, reducing the risk to the operator whilst enhancing the impact power of the machine to increase productivity.  In other words the impact is absorbed by the dampers so it’s not passed through the operators arms and body.

Anti Vibration Technology is the ideal solution if you’re concerned about the longer terms effects of frequent use of impact vibration tools but can’t get away with not using them.  AVT will help minimise the effect on your health.  Repeated exposure to severe vibration can result in Raynaud’s Syndrome (often called “Vibration White Finger.”).  You can reduce the energy transferred to the hands by wearing gloves whilst using power tools, padded gloves always be worn when using vibrating tools, whilst not providing total protection gloves will help to reduce the risk.  In addition frequent rest stops will also lessen the risk of damage.