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Auger or Pintle Chain: Which Hopper Spreader System Is Right For You?

Posted by Emily Forstrom

Jul 15, 2022 10:26:56 AM

 

BOSS has a vast selection of ice control equipment that will help you take on winter’s worst conditions. Along with this, there is a selection of accessories that you can purchase to upgrade your spreaders so that they can work for any job you take on. Click here to learn more about the accessories you can use to upgrade your equipment.

 

If you’re researching electric v-box hopper spreaders, you are learning quickly that the two types of material feed systems available are the auger and pintle chain. If you don’t have a lot of experience with these spreader feed systems, you may be having a difficult time selecting which system best fits your snow and ice management needs. BOSS offers a pintle or auger feed system on the VBX and FORGE line of spreaders. There are some key differences between the two feed systems that are important to understand. Read on to learn more about auger and pintle spreaders to help you decide which spreader is right for you.

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Heavy Equipment Accessories Guide

Posted by Emily Forstrom

Jul 6, 2022 1:47:33 PM

 

 

When purchasing a snowplow, many decisions need to be made. Will you be using this for commercial use or your home? Are you plowing driveways, parking lots, or longer roads? These questions will help you determine the plow that is right for you.

 

What significant components make up a snowplow? You get a blade crate and a plow box. The blade crate is composed of a blade on a straight blade. The plow box comprises a coupler tower with hydraulics, a light bar with lights, a push frame, and a quad (on straight blades only). Controls will be different depending on if it is a straight blade, v-blade, downforce enabled, expanding, and if it is a compact vehicle.

 

Read on to learn about some of the accessories commonly available for your heavy equipment plow.

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Ice Control Equipment Accessories Guide

Posted by Emily Forstrom

Jul 6, 2022 1:45:43 PM

 
 
When purchasing ice removal equipment, many decisions need to be made. Will you be using this for commercial use or your home? Are you controlling ice on driveways, parking lots, or longer roads? Have you considered your vehicle sizing, and what type of spreader will work for you?
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Compact Vehicle Equipment Accessories Guide

Posted by Emily Forstrom

Jul 6, 2022 1:42:41 PM

 

 

Many factors need to be considered when deciding which snowplow is right for you. Will you be using this for commercial use or your home? Are you plowing smaller areas, driveways, parking lots, or longer roads? When deciding between a truck plow and ATV/UTV plow, these questions will help you consider what is right for you.

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Snowrator Accessories Guide

Posted by Emily Forstrom

Jul 6, 2022 1:40:52 PM

 

 

The Snowrator is a significant money saver, doing the work of four shovelers in a fraction of the time. Maximizing productivity and efficiency in any location, saving you from extensive labor from sidewalk snow and ice management. The Snowrator is a great multitasker, allowing you to brine, spread, and plow simultaneously. The Snowrator is a machine you can depend on, and it never calls in sick. ­­Click here to learn more about the Snowrator itself.

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Truck Plow Accessories Guide

Posted by Emily Forstrom

Jul 6, 2022 1:36:21 PM

 

 

When purchasing a snowplow, many decisions need to be made. Will you be using this for commercial use or for your home? Are you plowing driveways, parking lots, or longer roads? Will you be doing a lot of back dragging away from garages? These questions will help you determine the right front or back blade that is right for you.

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Genuine BOSS Parts from the Factory to Your Doorstep

Posted by David Mielcarek

Sep 7, 2021 10:07:41 AM

 

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Design and Quote your BOSS Product in 6 Easy Steps

Posted by David Mielcarek

Sep 7, 2021 10:02:52 AM

 

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Got Financing? Finance Your Snow and Ice Removal Equipment

Posted by Katie Roell

Sep 17, 2020 11:31:00 AM

Whether it is the beginning of a winter season and you need to add equipment to service new contracts or the end of a profitable season and time to replace equipment that took a beating all season long, understanding the financing options available to you is beneficial. Every purchase is unique and every business has different capabilities and needs. Below are several financing options for you to consider. 

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Why the BOSS Snowrator is the Right Choice for You?

Posted by Natalie Hackstock

Sep 1, 2020 9:37:22 AM

 

Winter doesn't just mean snow. Winter equals snow, ice, slush, and everything in between. The BOSS Snowrator is one machine that can take care of it all in one pass.The Snowrator is a taskmaster, time saver, and labor saver. Everything you need in order to clean and clear sidewalks. The BOSS Snowrator is the ultimate solution!

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