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Construction Equipment

Case debuts new snow removal package for SR250, SV300 skid steers

Simplify snow removal applications with Case Construction Equipment’s new Snow Removal Package for the SR250 and SV300 skid steers. The package includes high flow auxiliary hydraulics that deliver up to 37.6 gpm for use with snow blowers and brushes, as well as hydraulic self-leveling and Ride Control, which provide smooth, controlled boom operation. The package […]

August 7, 2014

Roadbuilding

HindSite report: 44% of snow professionals saw revenue increase despite difficulties in 2014

Despite numerous issues like rising costs and fuel shortages, the 2013-14 snow season kicked off a solid start to the year for most snowfighters, according to the 2014 Snow Industry Benchmark Report from HindSite Software. According to the report, most snow professionals reported increased revenue and profits despite rising costs, salt shortages and the continuous […]

June 24, 2014

Roadbuilding

Spring is here, but effects of winter weather linger

Today marks the first day of spring, but that doesn’t mean transportation agencies are done battling winter’s harsh effects on the roads. The past few months brought freeze-thaw cycles that scarred roads with potholes and winter storms that called for more salt, sand, fuel and other snow removal resources than many agencies had prepared to […]

March 20, 2014

Roadbuilding

iPhone app helps Iowa DOT clear snow from roads

New technology could help could help one agency more effectively clear snow from roads. The Iowa Department of Transportation (Iowa DOT) has been testing the use of cameras in snowplows to help the agency get a better idea of how much snow is covering the roads, The Gazette reports. The camera, an iPhone 4s mounted […]

February 11, 2014

Roadbuilding

Ford to offer snow plow prep option for 2015 F-150 4x4s

Ford is simplifying snow removal with its 2015 F-150. The manufacturer will offer a snow plow prep option for all all 2015 F-150 4x4s with a 5.0L V-8, our sister site, Hard Working Trucks, reports. The light-duty snow plow prep option will be available across all cab configurations – Regular, SuperCab and SuperCrew – plus […]

February 11, 2014

Construction Equipment

Ford will offer a snow plow prep option on 2015 F-150

Eager to show off the 2015 F-150’s increased power thanks to losing 700 pounds with an all new aluminum body, Ford has announced a snow plow prep package for the truck. The announcement makes Ford the only manufacturer to offer a snow plow prep option on a half-ton pickup across all cab configurations including regular, […]

February 10, 2014

Roadbuilding

Tow plow jacknifes on demand, revolutionizes MoDOT snow removal

Last month, during heavy winter storms, two plows traveled down Highway 61 in Missouri, clearing snow from three lanes of traffic. The plows — a tractor plow followed by a massive tow plow — gained good roadway coverage with just one pass. But the quick and efficient method, used by the Missouri Department of Transportation […]

February 7, 2014

Roadbuilding

14 Apps to Help You with Snow Removal

The recent winter storms have required several agencies to get creative with their snow and ice removal. Last month, we asked you to share your stories, photos and videos that show how you’re battling the extreme winter weather. (You can see the responses here.) When we asked for your submissions, we shared a funny graphic […]

February 7, 2014

Roadbuilding

Boss Snowplow to underwrite snow removal program for troops

The Boss Snowplow is partnering with Project EverGreen for the fourth year to provide snow removal services in the winter months to active-duty military families currently deployed, our sister site, Total Landscape Care, reports. The Boss will underwrite Project EverGreen’s SnowCare for Troops (SCFT) program, which pairs registered military families with local volunteers who will […]

November 4, 2013

Construction Equipment

SnowEx’s SS-4000 rotary broom handles snow, cleanup applications

Handle small snow removal and cleanup applications with the SS-4000 rotary broom from SnowEx, powered by a 160-cc Honda GXV Series engine. Useful for sidewalks, the SS-4000 has a floating pivotal broom head with five angle settings that adjust the trajectory of snow and other materials. The 16-inch-diameter centrally-driven broom works against curbs, walls and […]

September 26, 2013

Roadbuilding

SnowEx introduces SS-4000 walk-behind rotary broom for sidewalk applications

SnowEx has introduced its SS-4000 walk-behind rotary broom with a plow attachment for sidewalk applications such as snow removal and cleanup. A 160cc Honda GXV Series engine powers the unit. A floating pivotal broom head with five angle settings gives the operator the ability to adjust the trajectory of snow and other materials, while a […]

September 24, 2013

Pickups

2013 Snow Plow Comparison Guide

Charts make it easy to compare features of snow plows and salt spreaders

September 3, 2013