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Designed for efficiency, cost savings, and sustainability, SiteTote offers a smarter, leaner approach to snow and ice management.

When winter storms strike, every second counts. Whether you're servicing a campus, mall, municipal lot, or commercial complex, the ability to pre-load, deploy, and precisely apply salt without relying entirely on salt trucks can make or break your operation. That’s where Virnig’s modular Salt Spreader steps in — engineered to eliminate inefficiencies, reduce waste, and simplify logistics.

Nate’s Lawn Maintenance replaced nearly 30 salt truck routes with 300 SiteTotes and 67 spreaders, slashing costs and response times while making winter operations faster and more efficient.

Snow Wolf is expanding its heavy-duty line of pushers and wing plows, increasing from just four models to over 16 new configurations. With more size options and improved designs, the new lineup is built to meet growing demand and offer better performance across a variety of equipment carriers.

It’s been an active and interesting spring with entities and legal concepts focused on salt reduction starting to gain attention in state and provincial legislatures. SIMA has been involved in providing our perspective and input on these new developments.

Reviewing snow contracts isn’t something most people enjoy or have expertise with. Yet, they are a critical aspect of any snow and ice management service provider. Before we get to the how, let’s take a look at when to review contracts.

The Snowfighters Institute plays a vital role in advancing the snow and ice management industry. Its programs, courses, and events empower professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to provide effective snow and ice removal services. By promoting industry standards and best practices, the institute contributes to safer, more efficient winter operations for businesses and communities.

When it comes to snow removal and ground maintenance, having the right equipment can make all the difference. For those who have been using ATVs or side-by-sides for snow plowing, there's an exciting and highly versatile alternative to consider: the Multihog.

In a strategic move to fortify its position in North America, the Aebi Schmidt Group announced the successful acquisition of Oshkosh Corporation's Snow Products Business on July 24, 2023. The deal will be integrated into the operations of Aebi Schmidt's subsidiary, M-B Companies, Inc., headquartered in Chilton, Wisconsin (USA).

Hilltip, a leading innovator in snow & Ice removal technology, has some exciting developments on the horizon as they continue to push the boundaries of the industry.

Toes in the sand, friends by your side, and the only salt in sight is on your margarita glass … a snow pro’s dream come true! Come spend some time relaxing and recharging your battery ahead of the snow season at the 2023 SIMA Leadership Forum.