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When it comes to industrial snow removal, East Coast Facilities isn’t just keeping up—they’re setting the pace. With a fully self-performed model, one of the largest snow fleets in the country, and specialized equipment like the Ceries Gravity salter, they’re redefining efficiency and control for high-demand, high-security sites. Snow Plow News takes you inside the contractor built for the facilities that can’t afford to shut down.

Fresh off the SIMA and APWA trade shows, Brian Ivey shares four standout trends that snow professionals should be thinking about this summer.

The Bobcat Toolcat Utility Work Machine is transforming year-round maintenance for municipalities. With compatibility for a wide range of attachments, including snowblowers, angle brooms, and blades, the Toolcat excels at winter snow removal and seamlessly transitions to summer tasks. Combined with reliable skid loaders and track loaders, Doosan Bobcat offers municipalities efficient, all-season equipment solutions

: As communities face unique challenges, many are exploring various methods, including the use of liquid anti-icing solutions and integrating advanced spray units into salt trucks. Doug Klever of Concord Road Equipment emphasized that this experimentation is crucial for optimizing snow removal strategies, especially in light of budget constraints that necessitate longer-lasting and higher-quality equipment. By investing in new techniques and reliable machinery, municipalities are positioning themselves for more effective winter operations.

In our recent conversation with Armando Donan of Kärcher Municipal North America, we explored the company’s innovative product lines designed to meet the diverse needs of municipalities. Kärcher Municipal offers two main product lines in North America: multi-purpose equipment and dedicated sweepers.

You might think snow and ice equipment manufacturers take it easy in the summer—but the reality couldn’t be further from the truth. From forecasting sales and managing inventory to launching marketing campaigns and running cold-weather tests, the so-called “off-season” is anything but quiet. In this guest editor piece, Mark Klossner pulls back the curtain on what keeps OEMs busy long after the snow melts—and why getting it right in July makes all the difference in January.

Whether you’re a landscaper looking to keep winter contracts moving or a municipality clearing wide-open spaces, HitchDoc has a snow blower to fit your equipment.

Hilltip’s new StrikeSmart Plus controller and TempStriker sensor array bring real-time weather forecasting, surface temperature data, and smart material rate recommendations to the cab—streamlining operations and reducing waste with a fully integrated system.

Compact equipment has transformed the contracting industry, offering efficiency, precision, and flexibility on job sites. With machines like Bobcat loaders and mini-excavators, contractors can complete projects faster, minimize downtime, and make transportation between sites easier. These versatile tools empower contractors to take on diverse projects with confidence and keep their labor force engaged and productive

Normand, a historic Quebec company now part of Metal Pless, has launched its first collaborative product: a snow plow featuring LiveEdge technology. With four cutting edge options and adaptive blade sections, the LiveEdge system promises cleaner results and improved performance for snow removal pros.

Municipalities face the critical task of snow removal in their communities. From small towns to sprawling cities, the choice of a snow plow is a vital decision that directly impacts public safety and accessibility. In this guide, we will delve into the pragmatic world of municipal snow plowing, focusing on the essential factors that determine the ideal snow plow for efficient winter operations.

Monroe Truck Equipment has spent over 60 years leading the work truck industry—and they’re not slowing down. From refined snow and ice solutions to unmatched customer support, Monroe continues to raise the bar by focusing on what matters most: innovation and the people they serve.