The demolition process usually involves the tearing, knocking or pulling down of a structure. Demolition of buildings, roads, bridges, retaining walls, sidewalks, curbs, docks, and other structures often require the use of paving breakers, jackhammers, rivet busters, air chippers and air saws.

Paving breakers are a standard tool in the industrial and construction industries. These tools are used in a range of both heavy and light construction applications, including pavement and asphalt demolition and bridge and tunnel construction.