Month: January 2021
Meet the de-icing products
There are many varieties of de-icing products on the market. It is not easy to know which to choose or even know how to choose the right one. Each de-icing agent has unique properties that pertain to temperature, surface, or application. It is the responsibility of a snow plow contractor or landscape professional to be […]
Read moreHow to choose the right de-icing salt
When purchasing de-icing salt, there are many factors to take into consideration. Composition, temperature, and grain size impacts melting efficiency and should be considered when choosing the right de-icing salt. As a snow plow contractor or landscape professional, it is essential to be well versed in the many de-icing salt varieties. Understanding each factor will […]
Read moreFSI Landscape Supply weighs in on the overuse of road salt
FSI Landscape Supply weighs in on the overuse of road salt. Salt sense: less is more an article posted by SIMA (Snow and Ice Management Association), written by Chris Marino, ASM brings to our attention the education behind over-salting. https://www.sima.org/snow-business/library/newsdetails/2018/10/29/salt-sense-less-is-more SIMA’s article states that there is a fear related to slip and falls caused by […]
Read moreTop 3 things a snow plow contractor should know
Snow plow contractors or landscape professionals are on the front line battling the winter weather elements. Snow plow contractors and landscape professionals work all through the night to ensure our roads are clear and safe for the morning commute. They handle de-icing solutions, machinery, and equipment to ensure our roads are clear and safe for […]
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