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Turn Your Tractor into a Snow Removal Machine

Posted by Jen Strelcheck

Apr 1, 2018 4:17:49 PM

Tractors are a versatile piece of equipment, as well as a large investment. Most tractor owners want to get the most work they can out of their machines, and with many available attachments, summer projects have never been easier. But what about the winter months?

 

Many equipment owners winterize and store their machines away for the winter months, but why do that when you can get a little more work out of your investment. Tractors come with optional cabs, heaters, and 4-wheel drive, making it the perfect snow removal tool. With more traction than a truck, it pushes snow and moves snowbanks with ease. Not only are home owners using tractors for personal snow removal, more and more snow removal contractors are turning to these multi-purpose machines for their businesses. Tractors are tough, and they will outlast a pickup truck in the worst environments. So rather than putting wear and tear on your daily driver, use a piece of equipment that has been built to withstand the test of time. See tractor plows from BOSS! 

 

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2018-2019 New Products

Posted by Katie Schinderle

Mar 13, 2018 8:25:18 AM

More than 2,000 companies descended to Indianapolis for North America's largest work truck event--The Work Truck Show 2018 hosted by NTEA. From March 7-9 at the Indiana Convention Center thousands of visitors flocked the show to view the latest equipment, products and technology companies have to offer in the truck equipment sphere. 

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Topics: Buyer's Guide

BOSS QuickCube System – a revolutionary way for professional to manage their snow and ice control business

Posted by Melissa Gardner

Jan 31, 2018 4:03:14 PM

Profitability is always on the mind of the snow and ice control business owner.  Plagued by unpredictable weather patterns, high startup and maintenance costs, and an ever decreasing pool of qualified employees, these professionals know the difference an increase in efficiency can make.  See below to find out how the QuickCube Spreader System by BOSS can lend a hand in getting profitability back to black.

Less Investment

  • Utilizes a skid-steer, which reduces the upfront investment and depreciation costs compared to owning trucks.

  • Reduces salt usage with the ability to track and train operators using cubes as a unit of measurement.

  • Lowers insurance costs as operators do not require a special license. (Please check your local laws)

  • Eliminates the need for an on-site storage shed or remote salt piles – the cubes become your salt pile!

 

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Topics: Buyer's Guide, Best Practices/ Tips

Protect Your De-Icing Materials from Moisture

Posted by Katie Schinderle

Dec 18, 2017 9:27:56 AM

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Topics: Buyer's Guide

Keep Sidewalks, Walkways, and Doorways Clean

Posted by Annika Erickson

Nov 14, 2017 7:19:00 AM

At BOSS, we understand that completing a job goes beyond moving bulk snow and de-icing large areas. Your clients depend on you to keep every inch of their property safe, including the walkways, sidewalks, and doorways. That is why we have brought you three models of walk behind spreaders to keep the properties safe and keep your customers happy.

 

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SnowCare for Troops Awareness Week

Posted by Katie Schinderle

Nov 6, 2017 3:26:09 PM

Now in its eighth year, SnowCare for Troops has partnered with more than 1,500 snow removal volunteers to offer more than 5,000 military families and veterans complimentary snow and ice removal services.

 

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Topics: Special Topics

What Spreader is Right for the Job?

Posted by Annika Erickson

Sep 11, 2017 1:05:21 PM

No two ice removal jobs are the same, and that is why we offer multiple options to meet your specific needs. With a variety of features to back you up in your ice control efforts, confusion may arise regarding which BOSS spreader is right for you. Below is a description of the similarities and key differences between the FORGE and VBX spreaders to assist you in your decision!

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Topics: Buyer's Guide

Referrals, Reviews and Ratings – The Three Rs of Snowplow Contractors

Posted by Melissa Gardner

Aug 14, 2017 9:06:16 AM

Asking for reviews and referrals is a business necessity that undoubtedly requires a bit of tact and some best practices.

 

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Topics: Business Tips

Improve Your Back Drag Ability with BOSS D-Force

Posted by Tyler Steinbrecher

Jul 21, 2017 10:56:01 AM

Keep your blade in contact with the pavement with D-Force. D-Force improves scraping performance while backdragging by maintaining a consistent hydraulic downforce powered by a hydraulic accumulator. Available as an option on new truck plow purchases, this option allows the user to maintain constant hydraulic down force to improve scraping performance while backdragging. D-Force will be available for all new straight-blade truck plows and 8'2" and 9'2" DXT v-plows (excludes EXT, Trip-Edge, XT, HTX v-plows and Heavy-Duty plows) and will not be retrofittable to existing plows. 

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Topics: Buyer's Guide

Cutting Edge vs. Base Angle

Posted by Annika Erickson

Jul 12, 2017 7:41:10 AM

Working in rugged environments and winter conditions tend to make damaging obstacles unavoidable. As a result, plow equipment often takes a hefty beating - that's just the nature of the beast! Two snowplow parts, the base angle and cutting edge, can be used to combat the inevitable conditions. Though they are similar in function and appearance, they each have a different purpose. To resolve any confusion, here is a breakdown of each part, detailing its function and giving direction as to when you should be using each of them!

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