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3 Tips to Find the Best Tarp System for Your Dump Truck

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If you are the owner of a dump truck company, you definitely need to have a tarp system installed on the trucks to ensure that nothing falls out of the trucks while you are driving. Follow the tips given below to find the best tarp system for your dump truck business. 1.Think about what you want- a sliding tarp or a flip-up tarp system While choosing the type of tarp system that you want to use on your trucks, first you need to think about what you want to haul in the trucks. If you are hauling gravel, grains or anything that can create large mounds in the truck, you will want a flip-up tarp system as it will easily fit over the mounds without getting damaged. On the other hand, if you are to haul the things that are level and won’t mound, a sliding tarp is the best. It slides along the track to create a barrier you need to keep the items from flying out of the back of the truck. 2. Decide between an Automatic Tarp System and a Manual one While buying the tarp, you can choose whethe...

Clear The Ice Buildup With Salt Spreaders

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Ice buildup is a commonly experienced problem by people in driveways, sidewalks, and parking lots. This build-up cannot be removed with basic cleaning and requires ant-ice equipment in order to execute the task with perfection. Salt spreaders are in use for years and they are considered to be one of the most important anti-ice equipment out there. Also known commonly as sanders and gritters, salt spreaders can be used to spread rock salt (grit) and ice onto roads. The grit gets stored on the large hopper present on the rear side of the spreader. The hoppers also prevent foreign objects from interfering in the spreading mechanism that can result in the system getting jammed. Although earlier, the grit was loaded and spread manually by people - riding on the back of the truck, the spreading mechanism now relies on an impeller to spread salt. If you are looking for equipment for post or ice pre-treatment, the important things that you need to look for are- Deicing material Design C...

3 Ways To Protect Your House During Icy Winters

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You must start thinking about the ways to prepare your home for winter storms and snowfall even before the winter sets in. Snow and ice can create havoc on backyards, roofs and pipes, and can also create slippery surfaces that can be dangerous. There are many ways to prevent this, such as pre-treatment for ice and winter proofing your home. Let us discuss some ways in details. Prevent ice dams on roofs and gutters Ice dam occurs when snow gathers on roof, and then it starts melting at the top because of the heating inside your home. The snow slides down the roof till the roof temperature becomes 32 degrees or less, and then refreezes. This barrier of ice can trap water on the top of your roof. This water can find its way in your roof’s seams, creating cracks that would allow water to seep into your home. Gutters on the roof can further worsen the problem as they aren’t as affected by your home’s heat. Leaves and debris collected in the gutters can also trap ice, so it is import...