Nov 19, 2012 11:40:00 AM
Full-time firefighter and part-time snow removal contractor, Connor Hedge, 24, of Westfield, Mass., is the proud owner of a new Power-V XT Snowplow, one of two Grand Prizes in the Heavy Metal Sweepstakes sponsored by THE BOSS Snowplow and Gravely® in September. The snowplow was recently installed by THE BOSS distributor Ken’s Auto Sales, 921 Main St., Holyoke, Mass.
Topics: Special Topics
Nov 5, 2012 11:05:00 AM
If a plow has been submerged in flood waters it doesn't necessarily mean that it is no longer functional. Snow plows are designed for an environment based on moisture. Because of this, the majority of components can handle direct contact with water. If your snow plow has been submerged because of a flood or other unfortunate event, consider the advice below.
Topics: Maintenance
Oct 1, 2012 7:00:00 AM
Diversify, diversify, and diversify! For those who have consulted with a financial advisor on investing in the stock market, this mantra is very familiar. Similarly, when it comes to putting together a portfolio of customers for snow removal contracts the same cadence often applies – diversify, diversify, diversify. Because of that, there are several pricing models that snow removal professionals offer to their customers when securing bids for the upcoming snow season. Particularly for commercial snow removal, a mix of models can prove to be successful as it provides diversification to accommodate for fluctuations in weather patterns.
Topics: Business Tips
Sep 25, 2012 6:30:00 AM
The first snowfall of the year is in the forecast and you need to ensure your plow is ready to go! The following checklist will help you in preparing your plow:
Topics: Maintenance
Sep 18, 2012 8:51:00 AM
The leaves are changing in many parts of the country to vibrant reds and oranges and with that comes the thought of the next season that will descend upon us - plowing season. Whether you are responsible for removing snow from your own personal driveway or if you are a commercial snow removal contractor responsible for multiple accounts, the purchasing of snow removal equipment is on the minds of many as we prepare for the ground to turn white.
Topics: Buyer's Guide
Apr 5, 2012 7:30:00 AM
On every snowplow, there will be general wear items that need to be replaced from time to time. One of those items, is the cutting edges on your snowplow. The lifecycle of a snowplow cutting edge varies depending on the amount of time the plow is used, the type and condition of the ground surface and the material grade of the cutting edge. In general, a cutting edge needs replacing before the plow frame is exposed or rubbing occurs on the moldboard.
Topics: Maintenance
Mar 29, 2012 7:00:00 AM
Visibility is a key element in snow plowing for both safety and efficiency reasons. As a result, many snow plow professionals choose to install a snow plow deflector on their BOSS Snowplow. The rubber snow deflector increases visibility and safety by keeping blowing snow off the windshield making it easier to get the job done faster.
Topics: Maintenance
Mar 22, 2012 6:30:00 AM
As the saying goes, Time Is Money, this saying is particularly relevant in the snow plowing industry. Hooking up your snowplow with ease and speed, helps you get out on the road faster to begin your snow removal jobs.
Many snowplow professionals choose the BOSS brand of snowplows because of the ease of the attachment system. The simple three step hydraulic powered attachment system, called SmartHitch2, makes the Flip, Plug and Click method a favored choice.
Topics: Best Practices/ Tips
Mar 13, 2012 1:01:00 PM
Your BOSS PLOW is designed for heavy-duty, rugged service with minimal maintenance. To ensure that it gives you the same high performance year after year, preparing your snowplow for storage over the summer months will extend the life of your BOSS snowplow.
Topics: Maintenance
Feb 10, 2012 10:09:00 AM
For those of you new to the electrical system of your snowplow, you may have wondered how to go about testing and troubleshooting various components of the plow system. Maybe you have wanted to check the number of volts the power unit is drawing or test the wiring of a used harness or headlight adapter. It's possible that you may want to check the solenoid or simply check the power/ground on a relay or coil. Whatever the case may be, the following video will walk you thru some of the basic electrical tools that you can use when troubleshooting your snowplows electrical system.
Topics: Maintenance
