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The Fisher Tempest – The Latest Innovation in Hopper Spreaders

Are you in the market for a reliable, efficient hopper spreader? Look no further than the Fisher Tempest, the latest innovation from Fisher Engineering.

February 6, 2024 | Staff Editor

Drawing from over 10 years of experience in manufacturing stainless steel Hopper spreaders, Fisher Engineering has leveraged its wealth of knowledge to create a superior product tailored to the needs of their customers. Fisher Engineering unveiled their newest addition to the Hopper line, the Tempest, promising improved functionality and enhanced user experience. One of the key enhancements of the Tempest is the incorporation of both a drag chain and an augur for salt delivery, offering users more flexibility and customization options to suit their specific applications.

Helixx Auger Technology

Patent-pending corkscrew material delivery system is optimized to operate in the target range for rock salt spreading best practices. The auger has multiple pitches to help promote smooth, even material flow from the hopper and prevents bridging. The shaftless technology reduces drag on the motor and reduces the overall load on the electrical system. This dual delivery system empowers contractors to select the most efficient method for dispensing deicing material, thereby optimizing their operations and minimizing costs. By providing precise control over the application of deicing material, users can avoid wastage and reduce the risk of liability claims associated with inadequate surface treatment.

Hopper Construction

In addition to the innovative salt delivery system, the Fisher Tempest boasts several other notable improvements over its predecessors. A shift from welded to bolt and riveted construction not only enhances the overall aesthetic with a cleaner look but also ensures a sturdier build, capable of withstanding the rigors of heavy-duty use. Furthermore, this design modification facilitates easier maintenance by allowing damaged components to be replaced with service parts, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.

Customer Focus

Crucially, the evolution of the Tempest is driven by customer feedback, underlining Fisher Engineering’s commitment to prioritizing user satisfaction. Through constant engagement with dealers and end-users, Fisher’s dedicated sales team gathers valuable insights that inform product development decisions, enabling swift and responsive adjustments to better meet the evolving needs of their clientele.

In essence, the Fisher Tempest represents a culmination of years of industry experience, technological innovation, and customer-centric design. By harnessing the latest advancements in hopper spreader technology and integrating user feedback into its development process, Fisher Engineering has once again raised the bar for winter maintenance equipment.

Whether you’re a seasoned contractor seeking to optimize your deicing operations or a municipality looking to enhance road safety, the Fisher Tempest promises to deliver unmatched performance and reliability, ensuring smooth and efficient snow and ice management even in the most challenging conditions. Discover the difference with the Fisher Tempest and elevate your winter maintenance capabilities.

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Hilltip Introduces Drop Spreader for Compact Tractors and Loaders

The Hilltip IceStriker™ DSB is a versatile professional drop spreader, designed for compact tractors and loaders, featuring hydraulic or 12V electric mounting options for efficient spreading of salt, sand, and fine gravel in various areas like parking lots, courtyards, walkways, and pedestrian paths.

January 2, 2024 | Staff Editor

Hilltip now offers a winter maintenance drop spreader for compact tractors and loaders. Available in 8- to 18-cubic-foot capacities, the new IceStriker™ DSB has a self-loading design and can be mounted on the front or back of vehicles. It is capable of spreading salt, sand and fine gravel, making it ideal for use on a variety of applications, including parking lots, courtyards, walkways and pedestrian paths.

The IceStriker DSB comes standard with hydraulic motors and conventional controls. 12-volt electric drives are optional. Customers can also upgrade to StrikeSmart™ controls, using either a hard-wired CAN bus controller or Bluetooth®-enabled smartphone controls. These automatic controllers feature Hilltip’s unique HTrack™tracking software, which is the industry’s only two-way GPRS communication system that allows unprecedented functionality.

With the HTrack system users can create geofenced work sites, set customized application rates, monitor drivers and document all activities remotely using a computer, smartphone or tablet. The unique technology offers unmatched benefits for both managers and drivers in the winter maintenance business.

When entering a jobsite, the StrikeSmart controller recognizes the site from the GPS antennae and will default to customized application rates for the site. The spreader will then automatically adjust material feed rates according to travel speed, while the operator focuses on driving. Operators can also monitor and manually adjust spreader settings on the user-friendly controllers.

The IceStriker DSB comes standard with a top screen to prevent rocks and large material chunks from entering the hopper. Options include an LED rear light kit and various quick-hook attachments for front loader mounting.

Headquartered in Pietarsaari, Finland, Hilltip is a leading manufacturer of road maintenance equipment in Europe. With equipment designed and built in an area that averages at least six months of snowfall every year, Hilltip is known for its extreme durability and advanced technologies. With the acquisition of Industrial Metal Products (Industrial Truck Beds) in 2022, Hilltip now has a manufacturing, sales and service location in Fort Wayne, Ind. to better cater to the North American market. 

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Sno-Way’s New DRP650 Drop Spreader: Precision and Efficiency in Snow Management

As winter approaches, snow and ice management professionals are gearing up to battle the cold and keep roads, parking lots, and sidewalks safe for all. Sno-Way, a trusted name in the industry, has introduced their latest innovation to make this task easier and more efficient – the DRP650 Drop Spreader.

September 12, 2023 2023 | Staff Editor

Precision Spreading Where You Need It

The DRP650 is designed to make quick work of spreading melting materials, and it does so with impressive precision. With a spread width ranging from 30″ to 36″, it allows operators to place materials exactly where they are needed, minimizing waste. Whether you’re dealing with sodium chloride, calcium chloride, bagged ice melters, 50/50 salt sand, or sand (use vibrator motor kit), the DRP650 can handle it all. For those challenging materials, there’s even an optional Vibrator Motor Kit available to ensure consistent agitation for superior flow.

Built to Last

One of the standout features of the DRP650 is its robust construction. Made with stainless steel, this drop spreader is built to withstand the harshest winter conditions, ensuring durability and longevity. The drop tray is designed with a fitted main top cover and secured retention pins, ensuring that your materials stay where they belong, even in challenging weather conditions. This design minimizes spillage and waste, saving you both time and money.

Versatile Mounting Options

The DRP650 is versatile when it comes to mounting options. Sno-Way offers three standard mounting choices:

    • 3-Point Hitch: Ideal for larger vehicles and machinery.
    • Mount Bed Mount: Perfect for those who need to attach it to their truck’s bed.
    • Hitch Mount: A convenient option for various types of equipment.

This versatility allows you to adapt the DRP650 to your specific needs, making it a valuable addition to your snow management arsenal.

Efficiency at Your Fingertips

Efficiency is crucial when dealing with snow and ice management, and Sno-Way understands that. That’s why they’ve equipped the DRP650 with a Variable Wired Speed Control. This feature ensures you have precise control over the spreading rate, allowing you to optimize material usage and complete the job on time and within budget. The hand-held controller is designed for ease of use, whether you’re right or left-handed. With intuitive action buttons, you can stay in control without taking your eyes off the task at hand.

Specifications at a Glance

  • Capacity: 6 cubic feet
  • Empty Weight (with hitch): 200 lbs
  • Dimensions: 20.3″ L x 45.7″ W x 29.8″ H
  • Adjustable Spread Width: 30″ to 36″
  • Maximum Drop Rate: 1.14 cubic feet per minute (CFM)
  • Minimum Drop Rate: 0.66 cubic feet per minute (CFM)

In conclusion, Sno-Way’s DRP650 Drop Spreader is a game-changer in snow and ice management. Its precision, durability, and versatility make it a valuable tool for professionals in the field. With the Variable Wired Speed Control, you have the power to maximize efficiency and get the job done right. When winter weather strikes, trust Sno-Way to keep you ahead of the snow and ice, with the DRP650 leading the way.

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All New SaltDogg PRO1500 Spreader

The new SaltDogg PRO1500 Spreader is fast, reliable and easy to use. Check out some of the other great features for this spreader.

June 28, 2021 | Emma Tyborski

The SaltDogg PRO1500 Electric Hopper Spreader with Auger puts the power of a municipal spreader in a design that fits 3/4 ton and 1 ton trucks with 5 ft 4 in. or longer beds. Popular applications include pickup trucks like the Ford® F-250 and F-350, RAM® 2500 and 3500, and Chevy® Silverado 2500 and 3500. The 1.5 cubic yard spreader handles bulk salt or a 50/50 salt/sand mix. Common uses for the spreader are parking lots, property maintenance, commercial and residential properties and small businesses.

It’s Fast

The high horsepower independent spinner and auger motors deliver higher material velocity and improved spread control.

It’s Reliable

The PRO1500 features either a full-length 5-3/4 in. steel variable pitch auger or pintle chain to keep your salt, sand or a salt/sand mix flowing and keep you working.  It has an independent 3/4 HP, 12V gear motor and a stainless steel trough. A 200 lb vibrator works in conjunction with the stainless steel inverted V to keep your material flowing. The 14 in. polymer spinner casts a 5-30 ft radius using its dedicated 1/2 HP 12V motor. And the patented double-wall poly hopper won’t rust or dent, ensuring your equipment keeps working as long as you.

It’s Easy to Use

The adjustable chute swings away to make bulk unloading and compensating for different materials easy. The in-cab controls let you independently manage the spinner and auger speed settings and vibrator control with the flick of a switch. The spreader also comes standard with a top screen, tie downs, fitted tarp, and remote auger bearing grease kit.

The spreader is made in the USA and is backed with a two year warranty.

Buyers Products was founded in 1946. Buyers engineering, manufacturing and assembly all take place in the USA. Buyers Products takes care of their customers, stays on the cutting edge of innovation and offers incredible value. Buyers stands behind their brands with the power of a strong family of companies working together to offer the broadest range of products in the industry.

Learn more about the SaltDogg PRO1500 Spreader and find a dealer near you at buyersproducts.com.

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The Hilltip IceStriker™ is Here!

Looking for a salt spreader that transforms into a liquid deicing sprayer? The Hilltip IceStriker 1200-4200AM Combi Spreader is here and ready for all your ani-icing applications.

IceStriker2000AM

Hilltip is the leading manufacturer of road maintenance equipment in Europe. Hilltip equipment designed and built in Finland, in an area that averages at least six months of snowfall every year and is known for its extreme durability and advanced technologies. Hilltip has now proudly brought its innovative IceStriker™ 1200-4200AM Combi Spreader to the U.S.

The IceStriker can spread granular salt, sand, and gravel and can be transformed into a liquid deicing sprayer. This new electric-powered spreader is designed for ½ ton trucks and larger and is great for anti-icing applications.

Construction

The spreader features liquid tanks on both sides of a double walled hopper. The tanks can hold up to 220 gallons of liquid and 550 gallons with an additional bladder. The hopper bodies are constructed out of polyethylene to be lightweight and durable, while the mounting components are comprised of stainless steel to prevent rust and corrosion. Powered by either 12- or 24-volt dual motors, the IceStriker™ Combi Spreader line includes six models with capacities of 1.0, 1.4, 2.0, 2.8, 3.4 and 4.2 cubic yards. The spreading material is driven by a heavy-duty, 6-inch-diameter stainless-steel auger featuring a variable-pitch design to help ensure steady, consistent flow.

Other standard equipment on the  IceStriker™ Combi Spreader includes a sealed, weather-resistant motor enclosure, automatic vibrator, integrated tie-down loops, top screen, pre-routed accessory wire for simplified light/rear camera installation and an inverted-V structure over the auger drive to reduce heavy start-up loads on the feed mechanism.

Operation

Spreaders and sprayers are operated using the advanced StrikeSmart controller. The controller features a detailed colored screen, making it incredibly user friendly. The controller can adjust the vibrator settings, blast settings and can calibrate all systems from within the cab of your truck. The controller logs data 24/7 to keep the operator constantly informed. This data is then automatically saved USB memory stick. Additionally, there is an optional adjustable spreading symmetry function. This feature allows the operator to adjust the direction of the material off of the spinner from the cab-mounted control.

 

StrikeSmart Controller

The spreader can be controlled through the GPS speed-control function and the manual mode. The GPS speed-control allows the spreader to automatically adjust the auger speed to the vehicles speed to deliver consistency, while the manual mode allows for a fixed auger speed.

Hilltip’s exclusive HTrack tracking software option is compatible with all IceStriker™ spreaders. This software allows for remote tracking and management of all software-installed spreaders from a computer, tablet or smartphone. The operator can then easily monitor treatment routes, vehicle speed, GPS location and material usage in real-time. Also, the two-way GPRS communication channel allows application rates to be remotely set and adjusted for each customer’s site depending on weather conditions.

HTrack System

Spreader Add-Ons

– The IceStriker™ comes with many add-on options to suit your winter needs.

– The pre-wet liquid kit includes a pump and spray nozzle, this allows the operator to pre-wet their spreading solutions.

– The 6’7” dual spraybar allows the operator to spray brine onto the driving surface with a maximum 16’ spraying width. This spraybar can also be paired with a 40’ hose reel and hand-held spray nozzle to make it easier to spray hard-to-reach areas.

– Additional accessory options include an LED work light, strobe lights, illuminated license plate kit, rear and indicator lights, legstand for more convenient storage/installation, end material alarm sensor on the spinner, tarp cover and an extended auger (+24-inches) for axle loading optimization. One can also choose to get the hopper in orange instead of the standard gray color.

 

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Schmidt Stratos Superior Spreaders

Schmidt leads the way with technology for v-box spreaders in the industry. Specifically with their B50 Schmidt Statos. Looking for more control of the material you are spreading? The capability of the Schmidt Stratos Spreaders is top-notch. Their spreaders give you the most control of what direction your salt, sand or any elements you are spreading goes. You’re in charge and have complete authority out on the road.

Safety is Top Priority

Safety is another major concern for Schmidt. Distracted drivers is the last thing we need out on the roads. With the Schmidt Stratos Spreaders, drivers can pre-program the spreader prior to leaving the lot. The spreader will automatically spread while you are driving. This means less messing around and no bottoms or knobs to be touching. Stay safe and be effective on the streets with the excellent safety measures Schmidt has taken.

Precision Unit

From a capability standpoint, the B50 Schmidt Stratos Spreader holds 50 cubic yards of material and 450 gallons of liquid. What we also love about the Schmidt Stratos is that it is a precision placement unit. Salt should be on the road and nowhere else. Put the salt down exactly where you need it to go. The belt brings your materials down to the spinner shoot for ultimate precision.

Adjustable Spinner Head Creates Flexibility

Their anti-clumping system also keeps the flow of materials down to the spinner, keeping it clear and clean. The spinner itself has an adjustable head to direct your materials from a single lane up to 3 lanes. Make adjustments specific to each job you tackle with ease. At the end of the day, if the salt stays where you want it to go, you have fasting melting times, safer roads and you’re saving money by using the salt more efficiently.

HLA Attachments Offers Full Line of Products

Attachments & More

HLA attachments is based in Ontario, Canada. They manufacture attachments for skid steers and loaders. The snow and ice management industry has been a huge success for them. They have been integrated with the industry for about 12 years and haven’t looked back. With the success they have seen, you can be assured they create products worth buying.

Accommodating Your Needs

They have a full line of snow and ice equipment to accommodate your needs. Pushers, wing blades, 6-way blades and a full line of salt & sand spreaders are among their products. There is no shortage of units to choose from.

Let’s Move Some Snow!

Branching out beyond just attachments gives HLA and advantage. HLA is able to provide contractors with products to push snow and take on a multitude of tasks such as parking lots, roads or small driveways. Their product line has what you need. Take your pick and start moving snow!

Proudly using North American Steel

HLA is proud to use North American steel. They want to provide a high-quality product that you will use for years to come. All of their machines are hand-made and hand welded so you can be sure they are quality. These are real people doing the work and ensuring an above satisfactory piece of equipment.

Arctic – DoubleDown Salt Bucket

Arctic’s New Featured Product

Arctic featured their new product at the 21stAnnual Snow & Ice Symposium in Cleveland. The new product is the DoubleDown Salt Bucket. This product puts you in control. Take control over spreading, distance, density and direction. You can also save salt and costs with the efficiency of the product and controls

You are in Control of Spreading & Broadcasting

The DoubleDown Salt Bucket is capable of spreading an 80ft path. The salt bucket actually loads salt with the machine and spreads the salt on your desired path. With twin spinners and twin augers, you are able to spread equally left and right. The independent controls give you maximum flexibly and capability while spreading salt. Take control of your spreading and broadcasting your materials.

 Great Response, Ready to Go

This full patented salt bucket is now available for orders and has had a tremendous response over the last year. Take control and don’t let a spreader decide where your salt lands. Artic’s DoulbeDown Salt Bucket takes the lead and makes your job as the operator a breeze.

BOSS Introduces Drop Spreader, Exact Path for Precision

BOSS has introduced a new drop spreader. The Exact Path is a result of listening to the needs of their customers. The request for a drop spreader has been coming in for many years now and it has finally arrived. The BOSS Exact Path can mount to a UTV, category 1 3-point tractor hitch and a slide-in-2” receiver for compact equipment. The three mounting options for the Exact path make it an easy choice.

Precision for Deicing Materials

BOSS gave the Exact path capability to lay a 40-inch wide trail of material. Perfect for dropping material along a precise path, but wide enough to fit your deicing needs. The material will not bounce into any vegetation like a broadcast spreader, meaning you will not have to worry about replacing any vegetation come springtime. Less hassle and more precision give the BOSS Exact Path a good position in the industry.

 Great Features and Capabilities

The capability of the Exact path allows it to run fine deicers all the way up to bulk salt, depending on what you need to use for the job at hand. The adjustable feed gate on the side is a great feature to control how much or little material you need to drop. The spreader will also come standard with variable speed control so you can keep tabs on the amount of material being dropped. Keep costs manageable and place the material exactly where you want it to go.

Built to Last

The Exact Path has a stainless steel hopper and frame for a clean look along with a polyethylene cover to maintain dry material and allow the material to continuously flow. You will have two options of models to choose from. The Exact Path 2.5 is for spreading 2.5 cubic feet of material and the 6.0 is for spreading 6 cubic feet of material. Two great options for an easy material spreading experience.

Buyers Adds SaltDogg Pro Series Spreaders

Buyers has been making salt spreaders for well over 30 years. They came into the industry with a huge competitive advantage. The customers told them exactly what they were looking for in a spreader. When you know what contractors are looking for, you are able to become a powerhouse for quality products that people will invest in.

 Learn from Success

About 13 years ago, the SPHE series was developed. A newly designed SaltDogg Pro Series is based off of that successful line of spreaders. SPHE was a simple, robust, value spreader. On the flip side, the SaltDogg Pro Series offers additional functions and power that customers need and asked for. By taking the ideas of the SHPE Series, Buyers created the Pro Series and put the spreaders at a new level.

 Talk with Your Customers!

How do you discover what is going to sell? Communicate. Talk with you customers directly. When Buyers connected with contractors they heard they wanted a full-length auger, a bigger auger, more horsepower etc. You can definitely assume those features were added.

Powerful & Efficient

As the available power and efficiency gets higher in electric spreaders, Buyers is able to fill municipal needs. Their newly added SaltDogg Pro Series fills that need. Traditionally you may have had to use a big stainless v-box spreader. Now you can have the advantage of a poly spreader, which is quite significant.

Models Built for Performance

The SaltDogg Pro Series includes the 2500 at 8ft and the 2000 at 6ft which has a 12-inch pintle chain and full size auger. The Pro Series spreaders are capable of spreading bulk materials such as sand, salt or anything you can think of. Discover why Buyers has been so successful building spreaders over the last 30 with their Pro Series.