English Views: 329 Author: Site Editor Publish Time: 2021-08-09 Origin: Site
In winter, the blade used to remove ice and snow is very important, and not all blades are the same. Different machines will choose different blades, such as 6ft grader blade, three-point grader blade, road grader blades, etc. In this article, we will talk about two common blade options-steel and rubber. We will discuss their respective characteristics, benefits and challenges.
The steel cutting blade is made from steel which is best for cold environment. If it is time for deicing, steel is the best choice. In addition, steel can also be used to remove stubborn hard snow or ice. For locations experiencing weather below 32°F, steel is particularly effective if chemical strategies cannot be used as part of the snow and ice removal plan.
With low price, blades made from steel are the most common and economical. In fact, approximately 60-75% of existing snowplows currently use steel cutting edges. Keep in mind that low cost often leads to increased seasonal blade changes. Because of different materials, the grader blades price varies. Moreover, different machines are equipped with different blades. For instance, the tractor grader attachment price differs from the price of ordinary blade.
However, it may cause damage. Although steel is very effective in removing ice and snow, its hard ingredients can cause damage to roads. Steel is also very noisy when scraping on the road, which may not be an option for populous areas.
The rubber cutting blade is basically the opposite of the steel blade. They are completely different and have their own benefits and challenges.
With good shock absorption performance, the rubber cutting edge is great for residential area. They are mildly decorated pavements or bricks because they contour the pavement and absorb shocks. When rubber blades encounter road obstacles, they will slip through effortlessly. On the contrary, steel blades will be damaged in impact when encountering road obstacles. The operator of the snow plough also has the risk of accident or injury when the steel blade collides with a road obstacle.
However, compared with steel blades, it is not conducive to ice hard snow. If local government has an effective, proactive, and quick response chemical strategy for these situations, it is possible to use rubber blades to clear ice and snow. However, even if deicing is performed, there is no guarantee that the rubber cutting blade can remove ice and snow to the road. All in all, rubber blades are most suitable for light, fluffy snow, or muddy conditions, or when bare roads are not necessary.
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