As the Snow season approaches preparing to be sure your snow plowing equipment is ready to go is time well spent. Be sure to take the time to clean, fix, update and safety check all your equipment.
Depending on the type of salt and sand spreader you may have installed, as they come in many styles, sizes and the placement may vary. You should as well as being sure its in proper working order, also add safety features to the back of the equipment. Having good quality safety reflectors will avoid collisions and keep your equipment and yourself safer.
Always remember when your plowing and it’s dark and snowy, other vehicles have a hard time seeing you. The sanders in most cases like the snowplows blade’s edge extends past the trucks body. They are not easily seen which cause accidents .
If your in the market to purchase a new sander or salt spreader be aware there are so many to chose from be sure to ask around before you purchase one for you truck. Many complain of jam ups and not achieving even distribution
Saturday, August 29, 2009
Tuesday, August 25, 2009
New Truck Bumpers Heavy Duty and Wildlife Bumpers
Purchasing a grill guard bumper for its collision protection, is going to provide safety and will save you money. These heavy duty grills are available in many different styles, installations and prices, but the added protection from damage that will result to your Truck will save you a lot of money especially if your Insurance deductible like many is about $ 3,000.00.
Whether you call it a grill guard, deer guard, cow catcher, cattle guard, roo bar, moose bumper, bull bar - it's collision protection is exceptional. When you plan to buy accessories for your truck you find out that the options are endless and there starts the confusion of what to buy.
What you need to have on your truck and for what purpose will help you to choose the best and appropriate accessories for your truck. It is always good to take some time and research which type and style of bumper and grill to buy. The prices also vary, but do be sure to get the correct size and style that fits your needs. You may have to pay little more but it will be worth it for the added protection you will receive.
Many of the manufacturers of the grill and bumpers provide information on their websites as to their choices of the make style and design. They have quick release systems available which allow you to remove the assembly if you do not want it on the truck or need to open the hood.
Most of the grill guards are made of high strength aluminum. This allows for the durability during impact.
This is why it’s a very important addition to your Truck especially for the drivers whom travel roadways that are have a higher risk for these types of accidents that cause a lot of damage.
If you have more questions about this email us safety@edgeolite.com
Whether you call it a grill guard, deer guard, cow catcher, cattle guard, roo bar, moose bumper, bull bar - it's collision protection is exceptional. When you plan to buy accessories for your truck you find out that the options are endless and there starts the confusion of what to buy.
What you need to have on your truck and for what purpose will help you to choose the best and appropriate accessories for your truck. It is always good to take some time and research which type and style of bumper and grill to buy. The prices also vary, but do be sure to get the correct size and style that fits your needs. You may have to pay little more but it will be worth it for the added protection you will receive.
Many of the manufacturers of the grill and bumpers provide information on their websites as to their choices of the make style and design. They have quick release systems available which allow you to remove the assembly if you do not want it on the truck or need to open the hood.
Most of the grill guards are made of high strength aluminum. This allows for the durability during impact.
This is why it’s a very important addition to your Truck especially for the drivers whom travel roadways that are have a higher risk for these types of accidents that cause a lot of damage.
If you have more questions about this email us safety@edgeolite.com
Saturday, August 22, 2009
NEW Plow Deflectors, Snowplow blade Rubber deflectors
A Rubber snow deflector helps to deflect snow down and away from the windshield . They play an important role in better visibility and safety on winter roads.
Rubber deflectors come in and are available in any length or width, They can be custom made .
The use of the deflectors is not mandatory but is definitely an asset to most snowplow operators that have them installed on their plow, These deflectors or flaps are made from a skirt board material the durometer is usually about 60. These flaps are very durable they are abrasion and weather resistant.
Keeping the deflectors visible for the oncoming vehicles as they approach is also very important. There are products like, Edge-O-Lite snowplow safety reflectors which are a great addition to install on the plows blade or deflectors. They are very heavy duty, weather and abrasion resistant.
There are different applications for the use of this plow and deflector safety reflector product but they will illuminate the edges for the ultimate visibility. This is a collision avoidance product helps keep everyone safer on dark winter roads.
As many snowplow operators and contractors head out this winter season it is important to be better equipped with the best accessories and safety products to keep you and other drivers safer during
nighttime or low-visibility winter weather.
It is very important that the motorists and equipment operators have the safest possible atmosphere during winter road maintenance, especially on dark rural roads.
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Rubber deflectors come in and are available in any length or width, They can be custom made .
The use of the deflectors is not mandatory but is definitely an asset to most snowplow operators that have them installed on their plow, These deflectors or flaps are made from a skirt board material the durometer is usually about 60. These flaps are very durable they are abrasion and weather resistant.
Keeping the deflectors visible for the oncoming vehicles as they approach is also very important. There are products like, Edge-O-Lite snowplow safety reflectors which are a great addition to install on the plows blade or deflectors. They are very heavy duty, weather and abrasion resistant.
There are different applications for the use of this plow and deflector safety reflector product but they will illuminate the edges for the ultimate visibility. This is a collision avoidance product helps keep everyone safer on dark winter roads.
As many snowplow operators and contractors head out this winter season it is important to be better equipped with the best accessories and safety products to keep you and other drivers safer during
nighttime or low-visibility winter weather.
It is very important that the motorists and equipment operators have the safest possible atmosphere during winter road maintenance, especially on dark rural roads.
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Sunday, August 16, 2009
Tractor Trailer Insurance-What you should Know
If you are considering getting into the trucking business, or have owned a trucking businesses for years, as owner of a any trucking business, buying and securing yourself with the correct Commercial Truck Insurance is one of the important and major investments you will have to make for you and your business.
Commercial Truck Insurance provides truck insurance for all types and size trucks like straight trucks, pickup trucks and tractor trailer trucks. The type of truck you are trying to insure will determine the type of Commercial Truck Insurance which will be right for you. Also if your independent or and independent leased to another company will be a factor in the type as you may only need bobtail insurance if you are leases and under a companies authority.
Getting the appropriate kind of Commercial Truck Insurance can be the difference between getting back on the roads with minimum financial loss and business interruption or going bankrupt after a serious financial blow
Take the time to understand Commercial Truck Insurance it can seem confusing and difficult for even experienced truckers, But if you take the time and understand the process you will be much better equipped to get the best package of insurance and to customize your insurance package.
Things that are evaluated for this process are the age and Condition of the truck or equipment, your driving record, credit score, Liability limit, operation type and cargo being transported.
Get rates from different companies do not feel pressured to take the first insurance company that you speak with. Some states require you to go through a special insurance broker and the choices of the insurance companies that specialize in commercial trucks , tractor trailers etc. are limited there may be only 2 or 3 Insurance carrier companies within your state and location.
Tips for the unfortunate situation of being involved in a accident whether you fault or not. Always have a camera that you can keep in your truck to take pictures of the damage to the vehicles and the scene around you. Always call for a police officer to be present and to produce an accident report.
Commercial Truck Insurance provides truck insurance for all types and size trucks like straight trucks, pickup trucks and tractor trailer trucks. The type of truck you are trying to insure will determine the type of Commercial Truck Insurance which will be right for you. Also if your independent or and independent leased to another company will be a factor in the type as you may only need bobtail insurance if you are leases and under a companies authority.
Getting the appropriate kind of Commercial Truck Insurance can be the difference between getting back on the roads with minimum financial loss and business interruption or going bankrupt after a serious financial blow
Take the time to understand Commercial Truck Insurance it can seem confusing and difficult for even experienced truckers, But if you take the time and understand the process you will be much better equipped to get the best package of insurance and to customize your insurance package.
Things that are evaluated for this process are the age and Condition of the truck or equipment, your driving record, credit score, Liability limit, operation type and cargo being transported.
Get rates from different companies do not feel pressured to take the first insurance company that you speak with. Some states require you to go through a special insurance broker and the choices of the insurance companies that specialize in commercial trucks , tractor trailers etc. are limited there may be only 2 or 3 Insurance carrier companies within your state and location.
Tips for the unfortunate situation of being involved in a accident whether you fault or not. Always have a camera that you can keep in your truck to take pictures of the damage to the vehicles and the scene around you. Always call for a police officer to be present and to produce an accident report.
Saturday, August 15, 2009
Road Driving and Hazards-what you should know
Taking risk from injury, danger or loss of life, is a true goal creating the ability to keep roads safer using innovative ideas and products to prevent correct safety problems.
Because the need for safety should always be of the utmost importance especially on our roads highways . Taking all procedures and training is a good start but using added safety accessories will greatly aid and limit your risks from potential hazards on the roads.
Roads not only become more dangerous in winter weather , but because of high speeds and large amounts of volume. Fatal accidents on roads have become an all to common problem and concern.
The road safety laws and improvements need to be keeping up with the new problems which have been created with the use of cell phones, texting and DUI. This is way to dangerous and needs to be stopped. The studies show that texting will driving increases your risk of an accident very dramatically.
In the past year or two with texting on the rise we have seen an increase in accidents while texting at an alarming rate. It’s just to dangerous and can not be tolerated.
Drivers while intoxicated is a very serious problem and according to current tests the texing issue seems to just as bad if not worse. The action against these two major driving hazards must be brought under control.
Because the need for safety should always be of the utmost importance especially on our roads highways . Taking all procedures and training is a good start but using added safety accessories will greatly aid and limit your risks from potential hazards on the roads.
Roads not only become more dangerous in winter weather , but because of high speeds and large amounts of volume. Fatal accidents on roads have become an all to common problem and concern.
The road safety laws and improvements need to be keeping up with the new problems which have been created with the use of cell phones, texting and DUI. This is way to dangerous and needs to be stopped. The studies show that texting will driving increases your risk of an accident very dramatically.
In the past year or two with texting on the rise we have seen an increase in accidents while texting at an alarming rate. It’s just to dangerous and can not be tolerated.
Drivers while intoxicated is a very serious problem and according to current tests the texing issue seems to just as bad if not worse. The action against these two major driving hazards must be brought under control.
Monday, August 10, 2009
Truck Tires, Semi Tractor Trailer Tires
Truck tires are very important they are responsible for the large amounts of weight in transport for trucks and fleets. There are a wide range of sizes and brands to choose from. The more common name brands like Michelin, Bridgestone. Goodyear are usually more popular.
knowing and getting the correct types of tires that you need also depends on your type of transport and load weights, this is very important. Your daily driving distance , Load weights, long or short distance and driving locations, city or highway all play a part in the correct type of tire you should purchase.
Michelin Radial tires are manufactured for trucks. This tire has a large base and stands a large amount of inflation. They use a different kind of steel lining between the tread and the apex. The shuffle between the tread is much less in radial tires and the contact area with the ground does not alters at all even after the tire worn out. A bracing with metal is used in stabilizing the movement of the tread. The casing is of the cross ply model in radial tires that are manufactured for trucks by the Michelin team. They have greater resistance during rolling and the tire noise is very much less and in some cases there will be no noise at all.
Anti splash is a type of long distance tire for the trucks from Michelin. The new improved model has a tread that is 10 mm wider than the previous models for the front end tires. This model of tire is very versatile in nature and is aimed at producing very high mileage for the trucks. Other characteristics of anti splash XF2 is the grip during sudden brakes and the visibility range improvement. This is due to the anti splash deflector that will decrease the projection height of the water by a number of four.
XZU2T is a model of tire for trucks that have their driving range with in the city. The thread has a excellent resistance to impacts and other damages that occur during curbing. This also helps in improving the mileage of the vehicle in a different manner and compensates the mileage loss due to heavy traffic. They have better stability in case of heavy load and it is one of the risk free tires produced by Michelin. The cost is not so high which is the nature of the Michelin tires. The cost is mainly for the name of the brand.
keeping your tires inflated to the proper pressure is integral for the safety or yourself, your passengers, and other drivers on the road.
knowing and getting the correct types of tires that you need also depends on your type of transport and load weights, this is very important. Your daily driving distance , Load weights, long or short distance and driving locations, city or highway all play a part in the correct type of tire you should purchase.
Michelin Radial tires are manufactured for trucks. This tire has a large base and stands a large amount of inflation. They use a different kind of steel lining between the tread and the apex. The shuffle between the tread is much less in radial tires and the contact area with the ground does not alters at all even after the tire worn out. A bracing with metal is used in stabilizing the movement of the tread. The casing is of the cross ply model in radial tires that are manufactured for trucks by the Michelin team. They have greater resistance during rolling and the tire noise is very much less and in some cases there will be no noise at all.
Anti splash is a type of long distance tire for the trucks from Michelin. The new improved model has a tread that is 10 mm wider than the previous models for the front end tires. This model of tire is very versatile in nature and is aimed at producing very high mileage for the trucks. Other characteristics of anti splash XF2 is the grip during sudden brakes and the visibility range improvement. This is due to the anti splash deflector that will decrease the projection height of the water by a number of four.
XZU2T is a model of tire for trucks that have their driving range with in the city. The thread has a excellent resistance to impacts and other damages that occur during curbing. This also helps in improving the mileage of the vehicle in a different manner and compensates the mileage loss due to heavy traffic. They have better stability in case of heavy load and it is one of the risk free tires produced by Michelin. The cost is not so high which is the nature of the Michelin tires. The cost is mainly for the name of the brand.
keeping your tires inflated to the proper pressure is integral for the safety or yourself, your passengers, and other drivers on the road.
Saturday, August 8, 2009
Buying Snowplow Blades
The numerous choices for purchasing a snowplow blade is definitely a little more involved. The past couple of decades the snowplow industry has greatly changed. the Industry has introduced many new products that make snowplowing easier, faster and safer.
There are things you really have to consider from makes to models and materials the blade is made of.
Check to see how easy it is too attach and detach. Are the controls easy for you to use, are the hydraulics made well, do you want poly or steel. These are decisions you have to make beforehand.
Snowplow blades come also in straight- blade and multi-position. This is the best place to start what type do you need or want. After making this choice you should decide on the material the poly is new and seems to be very popular is just as strong as steel scratches do not show because of the
multi-surface color saturation all the way through the plow and they do not rust.
The brands of the plow do matter along with the lights try and purchase a plow with a light assembly of HID they are brighter and last longer then even standard halogens.
It is a wise idea to take the time to assemble and disassemble the different styles to see if it is easy to attach and disconnect. Its very important to make sure the hydraulics are dependable and the controls are easy to use.
There are many ways to check online to see reviews about snow plows check snowplowing web site forums there are also questions and answers for problem shooting questions they tell a lot in regards to problems with plows and a lot of advice for which to buy.
Also be sure to take a look at some of the safety accessories and safety reflectors that can be added to your snow plow and snow plow blade for better visibility and safety on dark roads.
There are things you really have to consider from makes to models and materials the blade is made of.
Check to see how easy it is too attach and detach. Are the controls easy for you to use, are the hydraulics made well, do you want poly or steel. These are decisions you have to make beforehand.
Snowplow blades come also in straight- blade and multi-position. This is the best place to start what type do you need or want. After making this choice you should decide on the material the poly is new and seems to be very popular is just as strong as steel scratches do not show because of the
multi-surface color saturation all the way through the plow and they do not rust.
The brands of the plow do matter along with the lights try and purchase a plow with a light assembly of HID they are brighter and last longer then even standard halogens.
It is a wise idea to take the time to assemble and disassemble the different styles to see if it is easy to attach and disconnect. Its very important to make sure the hydraulics are dependable and the controls are easy to use.
There are many ways to check online to see reviews about snow plows check snowplowing web site forums there are also questions and answers for problem shooting questions they tell a lot in regards to problems with plows and a lot of advice for which to buy.
Also be sure to take a look at some of the safety accessories and safety reflectors that can be added to your snow plow and snow plow blade for better visibility and safety on dark roads.
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