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KY Using ‘Tow Plows’ to Clear Roads

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In recent weeks, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC) has been testing the two new “tow plow” trucks that have the capability to clear snow from two lanes at once. “One One truck driver can salt and plow an area that would normally take two or three trucks,” said Kyle Poat, chief engineer for…

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Why a contractor might want a wing plow

Green Industry Professionals

For contractors that need to plow big, open spaces while also maintaining a certain degree of versatility, a wing plow can be a great addition to the snow removal fleet.

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Bron 175 Utility Plow

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Bron 175 vibratory plow has an operators’ station that allows for 90-degree seat turn for visibility. The plow has a two-speed hydrostatic drivetrain… Electric over hydraulic controls are mounted to the seat consoles. Tracks come with 30-inch pads, and a redesigned frame allows for easier cleaning.

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Hiniker 1700 Series Tilt-lift Plow

Construction Equipment

The 1700 Series Tilt-Lift plow employs a lifting action keeps the moldboard positioned below the level of the truck lights, eliminating the need for auxiliary plow-mounted headlights. Plows are available in 7- and 7.5-foot foot widths and have a 26-inch-tall torsion trip-edge moldboard with a stainless…

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Lack of Snow Hurting Some Plowing Companies

Green Industry Professionals

The lack of snow so far this winter means plowing businesses in Milwaukee are taking a hit to their bottom line.

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SnowDogg® MDII/VMDII Snow Plows

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New RapidLink™ Attachment System gets the plow on or off your vehicle in 1 minute or less. An integrated drop-leg stand and hydraulically operated Jack Switch make lining up your plow and truck a breeze, and. Redefine what your ½ ton truck can do.

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Using Pickup Trucks as Snow Plows

Construction Equipment

Although municipalities and state road departments buy medium- and heavy-duty trucks, private operators tend to use pickups and other light and medium-duty trucks, along with the equipment to turn them into plows and spreaders, says Brian Birch, chief operating officer with the Snow & Ice…

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