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Cover – Kenworth T370 4WD 

This truck is engineered with body 

builders in mind. The transfer case is 

mounted strategically to not interfere with 

the placement of a body. Consequently, 

the T370 AWD is perfectly suited for 

flatdecks, cranes or plows. Municipalities, 

construction, oilfield and many other 

industries are potential customers for this 

tough and reliable four wheel drive. A 

variety of wheel bases and GVW ratings 

are available… 

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The Smarter Work Zone 

Signal timings, permanent message 

systems, traffic video feeds and a variety 

of sensors have all contributed to better 

management of traffic in our day to day 

travels. However, when construction 

work zones are considered we all feel 

like we are thrown back to the Stone 

Age, and are compelled to tough it out 

with the aggravation that comes from any 

disruption to our normal commute. So, 

why can’t work zones be smarter as well? 

Peter Magnien, Alberta Traffic Supply, 

explains why they can… 

Peterbilt Ranks Highest in Customer 

Satisfaction Study 

Peterbilt has achieved the highest ranking 

in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 

and Associates 2011 ‘Heavy-Duty Truck 

Customer Satisfaction Study’ in the 

vocational truck segment. The Study is 

based on interviews with more than 1,651 

owner/operators and fleet managers of 

1-year-old trucks. It analyzes customer 

satisfaction in six key areas: engine; 

transmission; ride/handling/braking; cab/ 

body; cost of operation; and warranty… 

The SNO-WAY 29 VHD Plow 

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Hydraulic System as standard equipment 

this plow will, according to Sno-Way, 

clean better and can cut 30% of your 

plowing time… 

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Alberta Traffic Supply 

The Smarter Work Zone 

By Peter Magnien, Alberta Traffic Supply 

We’ve all been there; stuck in traffic, 

looking at an endless stream of taillights 

stretched out in front of us. We inch 

forward with no idea of what may be 

contributing to our aggravation and are left 

wondering how long we will have to wait 

or if we should have taken another route. 

Fortunately, the days of languishing in 

this type of uncertainty are nearing an end 

with the expanding world of intelligent 

transportations systems. 

Whether we are aware of it or not, in 

many of our municipalities Intelligent 

Transportation Systems (ITS) have had an 

active role in our lives for quite a while 

now. Signal timings, permanent message 

systems, traffic video feeds and a variety 

of sensors have all contributed to better 

management of traffic in our day to day 

travels. However, when construction 

work zones are considered, we all feel 

like we are thrown back to the Stone Age 

and are compelled to tough it out with 

the aggravation that comes from any 

disruption to our normal commute. So, 

why can’t work zones be smarter as well? 



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The truth is this capability does exist. 

A Smart Work Zone, or SWZ, uses a 

similar approach to ‘ITS’ in that a more 

sophisticated approach is employed to 

communicate real time information to 

motorists so that they can make informed 

choices. Let’s imagine that you’re looking 

at that same stream of taillights mentioned 

earlier but the difference now is that there 

is a message trailer that informs you that 

your travel time will be delayed by 10 

minutes. Compared to not knowing what’s 

going on at all, a delay of a few minutes 

doesn’t seem so bad now does it? In itself 

– this is one of the greatest benefits of an 

’SWZ’ system; communicating real time 

information to minimize driver frustration 

and reduce traffic incidents. 

An SWZ uses a variety of sensors that 

are deployed along a roadway to collect 

and send data to a computer that then 

determines what message needs to be 

uploaded to a portable message trailer 

and displayed to the motorist. Changing 

road conditions act as different triggers 

for the type of message that needs to be 

displayed. Imagine that – a truly dynamic 

messaging system! 

Three basic types of SWZ 

systems 

Traffic-responsive systems: Continuously 

monitor real-time traffic conditions and 

automatically respond with appropriate 

and dynamic messaging, such as driving 

instructions and traffic condition 

information. These systems are designed 

to manage work zone traffic control and 

to meet temporary traveler information 

needs. They include; travel time 

information, delay time information, route 

management information, stopped traffic 

warnings, dynamic speed displays and 

dynamic lane merges. 

Vehicle-responsive systems: 

Continuously evaluate individual vehicle 

characteristics and automatically produce 

warnings directed to those specific vehicles. 

These types of systems include; dynamic 

speed displays, (radar trailers,) work space 

intrusion warnings, and over dimension 

warnings, (height clearance warnings). 

Condition-responsive systems: Identify 

and provide motorists with guidance about 

real-time, a-typical roadway conditions, 

especially hazardous or unique roadway 

and weather conditions. Condition 

responsive systems would include; 

changeable speed limits, hazardous 

roadway warnings (icy road conditions) 

and truck entry, exit or crossing warnings. 

When one considers the scope of these 

basic systems, it becomes clear that 

the benefits of SMZ’s are not limited 

to simply reducing driver frustration. 

Enhanced safety, reduced queue lengths, 

increased roadway capacity, better 

information quality and delivery, superior 

work zone management and flexibility, 

all improve with the collection of 

relevant data and the delivery of real time 

information to the motorist. 

So, the next time that you are stuck trying to 

plan another tricky traffic set-up, or worse, 

are stuck in one – consider how an SMZ 

might be the solution that you are looking for. 

Solar Message Board 

(PCMS-1210) 

Radar Speed Display 

Trailer (SP-715) 

Closed Circuit Camera 

Trailer (CT-2430) 

To find out how you can implement smart 

work zones through intelligent message 

boards, arrow boards and user-friendly 

traffic management software, please 

contact Alberta Traffic Supply at 

1-800-661-7346 or visit: 

www.AtsTrafficGroup.com 

A safe work zone…is a smart work zone! 




CUBEX Announces 

New Sales and Service 

Facility in Edmonton 

Low Volume Roads – Load 

Management Practices 

CUBEX has announced the opening of a new sales and service 

facility in Edmonton. According to CUBEX, the decision to 

expand its operations to Edmonton is in line with its policy 

of providing superior sales and service support to its new and 

existing customer base throughout the province. The new 

Edmonton location will provide the required facilities to better 

serve its customers in the Edmonton and northern Alberta region. 

The new facility will be located at: 

11720-181 Street 

Edmonton, AB T5S 1M6 

Telephone: 1 877-GO-CUBEX 

See the next edition of EQUIPMENT REVIEW for more... 

A pooled fund project by TAC (Transportation Association of 

Canada) 

Almost all Canadian provinces restrict truck axle weights to 

varying extents during the spring thaw period. This results in 

an extra hauling cost for the trucking industry. The extra energy 

consumption also results in environmental pollution. On the 

other hand, several provinces allow trucks to carry extra weight 

during the winter months. The weight limit, methods used to 

trigger the start, end and duration of the spring load restriction and 

winter premium periods vary among Canadian jurisdictions. The 

varying load limits and durations may hinder the route and load 

management for interprovincial truck traffic. 

The TAC Pavements and Soils and Materials Standing Committees 

have identified issues including a lack of pavement design 

procedures that specifically address very low truck volume roads, 

continued industry pressure for variations to weights and tire 

configurations, the lack of a robust mechanistic-based analysis 

procedure for identifying the need for weight restrictions, the 

impacts of varying weights on such roads, and others. A brief survey 

of low volume road pavement design and load management practices 

in Canada was conducted at the end of 2011 to determine the current 

state of practices. The survey indicated that there is a need for a 

load management best practice guide. Accordingly, this project is 

intended to synthesize the state of practice in transportation agencies 

and provide guidance for possible enhancements. Future work 

could examine the potential for harmonization of load management 

practices among Canadian jurisdictions. 

The project will involve review and assessment of the current 

practices and research to: 

• Manage seasonal weights including the selection of roads, 

weight limits, methods used to determine dates of the spring 

restrictions and winter weight premiums. 

• Provide recommendations to identify a pavement structure as 

requiring spring load restrictions. 

• Summarize the mechanistic responses of weak pavements 

including the seasonal variation and the impact on pavement 

service life. 

• Recommend how pavement designs can be adjusted to optimize 

the economic aspect of weight restrictions and premiums. 

• Synthesize relevant technology that is available to manage the 

seasonal loadings. Project deliverables will include a final 

report (in English and French) and a workshop to present the 

findings and recommendations. 




Kobelco SK210 

Mark 9 Excavator 

More power and faster 

engine response 

News from Stahl 

Peterbilt 

Kobelco has introduced the SK210 fullsize, 

high-performance excavator to the 

Kobelco Mark 9 excavator series. These 

new Tier 4 models include the SK260, 

SK295, SK350 and SK485 excavators. 

The versatile SK210 Mark 9 delivers 

a 10-percent improvement in both fuel 

efficiency and productivity, with more 

power and faster engine response. 

Featuring an upgrade to Kobelco’s 

intelligent hydraulics and a new 

Economy Power Mode, the SK210 Mark 

9 is equipped with a selective catalytic 

reduction (SCR) emission solution for 

excavators. A new ROPS/FOPS certified 

cab provides a larger, more comfortable 

work environment, and a low engine cover 

and standard rear-view camera improve 

operator visibility and productivity. 

For improved system efficiency and 

reduced component wear, the Kobelco 

SK210 Mark 9 also features a fully 

automatic engine and hydraulic warm-up 

system. This warms the hydraulic circuit 

to an optimum 126° F (52° C). 

“As with all the Mark 9 models, the 

SK210 continues Kobelco’s tradition as a 

technology leader,” said Reece Norwood, 

Kobelco platform manager. “This new 

machine delivers the precise control and 

feel expert operators prefer. The SK210 

Mark 9 can dig the trench, crane the pipe 

and finish with even better precision. Plus, 

our new SCR solution will deliver more 

useable engine power and fuel efficiency.” 

The Kobelco SK210 Mark 9 features an 

operating weight of 47,840 lbs (21,700 

kg) and a dig depth of 21 ft 3 in (6.47 m). 

The new model delivers 160 horsepower 

(119.3 kW). 

Improved controllability and 

productivity 

The upgraded Intelligent Total Control 

System (ITCS) incorporates the 

culmination of three generations of 

continuous improvement in hydraulic 

controls, based on extensive customer 

input and product testing. 

“The SK210 Mark 9 excavator maximizes 

the unique capabilities of its Tier 4 Interim 

certified FPT engine and optimized 

hydraulics with the upgraded ITCS,” 

Norwood said. “ITCS recognizes the 

operator’s moves and assists by providing 

power where and when it is needed. It 

also provides hydraulic sensitivity for fine 

grading and leveling.” 

Integrated swing priority provides 

seamless and smooth transition 

of additional pump power to the 

swing function. Automatic hydraulic 

regeneration feeds the cylinder demanding 

oil first, with oil that is being pushed 

out of another cylinder. This requires 

much less energy than having to re-pump 

the oil again, and also allows the next 

action to happen with faster response. 

The independent travel feature, activated 

with a switch, dedicates a pump to 

travel motors for better movement while 

performing other functions, such as when 

handling pipe while moving to the trench. 

“The Kobelco Mark 9 excavators 

set the industry standard in terms of 

controllability, especially in multifunction 

applications,” Norwood said. “Operators 

will appreciate the impressive control and 

smoothness of the SK210 Mark 9, and the 

added confidence will make them even 

more productive. The ease of operation 

makes a good operator a great operator, 

and allows a novice excavator operator to 

be a good, productive operator.” 

Kobelco Mark 9 upgrades to the main 

valve and intelligent hydraulics, as well as 

new joysticks with proportional controls 

for the auxiliary hydraulics, contribute to 

the controllability upgrades of this new 

excavator. 

The Power Boost feature on the SK210 

Mark 9 delivers 10-percent more bucket 

breakout force on command, without 

time limit, while the Heavy Lift delivers 

10-percent more lifting and swing 

capability on command, without time limit. 

For more information contact your local 

Kobelco dealer. 

Peterbilt Ranks Highest in 

Customer Satisfaction among 

Heavy-Duty Vocational Trucks in 

J.D. POWER and Associates Study. 

Peterbilt has achieved the highest ranking 

in customer satisfaction in the J.D. Power 

and Associates 2011 ‘Heavy-Duty Truck 

Customer Satisfaction Study’ in the 

vocational truck segment. 

“Peterbilt’s vocational vehicles consistently 

exceed customer expectations in a wide 

variety of configurations and applications. 

We are extremely proud that our superior 

level of customer satisfaction is reflected in 

the J.D. Power and Associates 2011 study 

as customers rated Peterbilt’s vocational 

vehicles as the greatest in the industry,” 

says Robert Woodall, Peterbilt Director of 

Sales and Marketing. 

“This recognition represents the dedication 

of the entire Peterbilt organization from 

our superior dealer network, which 

provides exceptional customer service, to 

our employees across North America who 

are committed to designing, manufacturing 

and supporting the highest quality product 

available in the marketplace today.” 

In the study, J.D. Power and Associates 

reported, “Peterbilt ranks highest and 

performs particularly well in the engine 

and cost of operation factors.” The J.D. 

Power and Associates study is based on 

interviews with more than 1,651 owner/ 

operators and fleet managers of 1-yearold 

trucks. The study analyzes customer 

satisfaction in six key areas: engine; 

transmission; ride/handling/braking; cab/ 

body; cost of operation; and warranty. 

Peterbilt’s Class 8 vocational lineup 

includes the rugged Models 367, 365 

and 348, designed to withstand the 

rigors of daily severe service markets in 

construction, dump, mixer, logging and 

other vocational applications, where the 

workload and environment demand trucks 

to perform day in and day out. 

“Peterbilt’s Models 367 and 365 

provide unmatched quality, durability, 

reliability and overall performance,” 

says Woodall. “Each vehicle is designed 

and manufactured to endure the most 

challenging work environments, provide 

lasting value and ensure our customers’ 

business needs are always addressed to 

help increase their profitability.” 

Also introducing Speaker’s Full 

Line of LED Headlights 

J.W. Speaker has announced the release 

of a revolutionary family of new LED 

headlights, which, according to J.W. 

Speaker are designed to change the world 

of vehicular lighting as we know it. More 

energy efficient, more durable, longerlasting 

and considerably less costly to 

maintain, J.W. Speaker claims this new 

breed of LED headlight is unlike anything 

else currently available on the market. 

Perfect for OEM or retrofit applications, 

these non-glare headlights offer brighter, 

whiter colour and a superior light pattern 

– ultimately providing drivers with 

improved visibility. 

To find out more, contact Stahl Peterbilt 

at 800-252-7981, or visit Facebook/ 

StahlPeterbilt. 




RPM Tech Snow 

Blowers 

Industrial Machine Inc., known to many as 

IMI, is an Alberta-based equipment company 

with over forty five years of experience 

specializing in the sale and service of 

municipal equipment. The manufacturers 

IMI represents in Alberta include: 

• ZAMBONI COMPANY - Zamboni Ice 

Resurfacers 

• RPM TECH INC. - Loader Mounted 

and Self Propelled Snow blowers 

• RPM. TECH INC. - Cameleon 

Municipal Utility Vehicles 

• HI-WAY EQUIPMENT COMPANY - 

Sanders and Snow Plows 

• CRAFCO INC - Magnum Spray Patchers 

• BOSS - Snow Plows 

• RoadHog - Cold Planers, Road Saws 

RPM Tech’s line of loader-mounted 

industrial snow blowers 

R.P.M. Tech is a North American leader 

in the design, manufacture, maintenance 

and distribution of industrial loader 

mounted snow blowers, self propelled 

snow blowers, multifunctional vehicles, 

Rail and metro maintenance vehicles, 

Airport maintenance vehicles construction 

equipment as well as heavy equipment and 

specialized on and off highway vehicles 

for worldwide markets. 

R.P.M. manufactures a line of mounted 

industrial snow blowers for loaders and 

tractors offering a snow removal capacity 

ranging from 1600 to 5000 tons of snow 

per hour. Practical and economical, these 

detachable snow blowers can adapt 

your equipment to the toughest snow 

conditions and provide solutions to snow 

removal needs. 

RPM217 Detachable Snow Blower 

The RPM217 is dual stage loader mounted 

snow blower, featuring two 17 inch 

augers, a CAT C6.6 turbo diesel engine 

and telescopic loading chute. The RPM 

217 can clear up to 2000 tons of snow per 

hour and cast snow up to 150ft either left 

or right through the drum or load trucks 





either on the left or right through the 

telescopic loading chute. 


The RPM220 is dual stage loader mounted 

snow blower, featuring two 20 inch 

augers, a CAT C7turbo diesel engine and 

telescopic loading chute. The RPM 220 

can clear up to 2,750 tons of snow per 

hour and cast snow up to 150ft either left 

or right through the drum or load trucks 

either on the left or right through the 

telescopic loading chute. 

RPM227 and 227M Detachable Snow 

Blower 

The most powerful two stage dual auger 

detachable industrial snow blower of the 


line, the RPM 227 and RPM 227M both 

feature two 27 inch augers, a CAT C9 

turbo diesel engine and telescopic loading 

chute. The RPM 227 can clear up to 3,000 

tons of snow per hour and cast snow up to 

150ft either left or right through the drum 

or load trucks either on the left or right 

through the telescopic loading chute. 

RPM Tech continues to be a leader in 

the industry in quality, technology and 

innovation. One area where RPM Tech 

stands out is its investment in technology 

and controls for ease of operation, 

maintenance and fleet management. All 

RPM Tech loader mounted snow blowers 

feature the heavy duty control and display 

system PLUS +1 from Sauer Danfoss 

which has many advantages, some of 

which are noted below: 

• A controller using a muliplex CAN 

communication 

• Display on a 256 color LCD screen of 

31/8 inch by 53/4 in. 

• Joystick with integrated functions such 

as control of hydraulic functions, engine 

speed and chute. 

• One key ignition switch 

• Simultaneous display on one page of 

the engine information such as RPM, 

oil pressure, coolant temperature, fuel 

level, engine load, battery voltage and 

engine hours. 

• Alarms and warning lights are also 

displayed such as engine alarm lights, 

engine clutch light, headlight state, low 

engine oil pressure light, high engine 

temperature lights (air and coolant) and 

low level engine load. 

• Error code display 

• Periodic maintenance display 

• Service menu allowing for: 

• Configuration of clutch 

• Configuration of joystick 

• Engine codes 

• Password protected. 

Industrial Machine Inc, has over twenty-plus 

years of experience selling and servicing 

RPM Tech snow blowers in Alberta, with a 

large stock of OEM parts, a knowledgeable 

and dedicated parts department and factory 

trained service technicians. 

For more information on the featured 

RPM Tech loader mounted snow blowers 

or any other product manufactured by 

RPM Tech, please contact Industrial 

Machine Inc. at: (780) 944 6986 or visit: 

www.industrialmachine.ca 

Kenworth’s T370 4WD 

Power, Versatility 

and Traction 

The recently introduced Kenworth 

T370 Four Wheel Drive is Kenworth’s 

entry into the medium duty four wheel 

drive market. The T370 is available in 

a single rear axle configuration with the 

Allison automatic transmission. Fabco is 

the supplier for the front drive axle with 

weights available up to 16,000 lbs. Rear 

axle ratings are up to 23,000lbs complete 

with 26,000lb springs. The T370 is 

powered by Paccar’s fully compliant and 

industry leading PX6 or PX8 engine with 

horsepower up to 325 providing 

excellent performance over a smooth rpm 

range. The Fabco transfer case is a two 

speed design with high and low ranges. 

This truck is engineered with body 

builders in mind. The transfer case is 

mounted strategically to not interfere with 

the placement of a body. Consequently, 

the T370 AWD is perfectly suited for 

flatdecks, cranes or plows. Municipalities, 

construction, oilfield and many other 

industries are potential customers for this 

tough and reliable four wheel drive. A 

variety of wheel bases and GVW ratings 

are available. 

The T370 cab is renowned in the trucking 

industry for quality and strength. The cab 

is a huck-bolted aluminum cab complete 

with piano hinges. Mirrors are mounted to 

the cab rather than the door to eliminate 

vibration and continual adjustment. The 

sloped hood of the T370 allows for 

excellent visibility and increased safety. 

RPM227 and 227M Detachable Snow Blower 

The T370 also features large windows, a ‘real 

truck’ instrument panel and air-ride driver’s 

seat. Almost nothing in it looks ‘automotive’ 

except the steering wheel, but its smoothly 

contoured spokes provide a place for drivers 

to comfortably rest their hands, and in a 

frontal wreck the wheel won’t pierce a 

driver’s chest in the way an old-fashioned 

straight-spoke and small-hub wheel might. 

The steering column tilts and telescopes so 

drivers can get the wheel just right. 

Features & Options 

• Front axles from 10K - 16K 

• Rear Axles from 16K - 23K 

• Paccar PX8 Engine 

• Allison Automatic 

• PTO capability with Allison 

• Air Brakes 

• Fabco Transfer Case 

For further information contact your local 

Greatwest Kenworth branch, or visit: 

www.greatwestkenworth.com 




MONROE WINTER 

ROAD MAINTENANCE 

EQUIPMENT 

FROM COMMERCIAL 

TRUCK EQUIPMENT 

The Monroe Truck Equipment Snow 

& Ice Division has been manufacturing 

quality equipment since 1983. It markets 

and services products throughout the 

world and has an international network 

of distributors in the USA and Canada. 

Monroe manufactures a complete line 

of winter road maintenance equipment 

and is represented in western Canada by 

Commercial Truck Equipment. 

PLOWS 

Full Trip Straight Reversible Plows 

Monroe straight reversible plows feature 

a full list of advanced specifications. 

Slotted Trip, Compression Trip Edge, 

and Torsion Trip Edge plows are 

available in 10’, 11’, and 12’ lengths, 

with available heights of 36”, 41”, 

and 48”. Durability is provided with 

horizontal bracing and a heavy duty 

3/4” x 4” x 4” bottom angle. 

The cutting edge is 5/8” x 8”, 

AASHTO top punched. Durable 

compression springs, heavy duty 

4-point hinged pushframe, various 

light packages, two double-acting 

3” x 10” reversing cylinders with 

adjustable Chevron packing, crossover 

relief valve, ship and car channel 

A-frame, and abrasion-resistant hoses 

with steel clamps complete the long 

list of standard features. 

Monroe’s Full Trip One Way Plows 

One way plows incorporate the same 

rugged design characteristics as straight 

reversible plows. 

Specifications include all those listed 

for the straight reversible plows with the 

main difference of a ‘No Trip’ feature, 

heights of 30” and 39”, and discharges 

of 47”, 52”, and 66”. One Way plows are 

also available in fixed angle or reversible 

with an adjustable moldboard pitch. They 

are manufactured in 100% continuouslywelded 

moldboard and with heavy duty, 

4-point hinged push-frames. 

SPREADERS 

Pickup V-Box 

The Monroe Pickup V-Box Spreader is 

available for light duty vehicles including: 

3/4-ton pickups, 1-ton and HD-Super 

Duty with flatbed or dump body, and 

Pull-behind trailer mount. Spreaders are 

available in mild steel, and 304 stainless 

steel. A choice of engine-driven or 

hydraulic-driven units are available. 

Features: 

• 8’, 1.8 cubic yard capacity 

• 100% continuously-welded 

• Self-cleaning pintle chain 

• Short spinner for pickup truck 

mounting, adjustable baffles, 13” 

spinner disc 

• 9 HP engine 

• 1-1/4” drive and idler shafts 

• 4-bolt relubeable bearing 

Options: 

• Inverted V 

• Hold down kit 

• Vertical hopper extensions 

• 7’ and 10’ lengths 

• Electric throttle control 

• Battery 

• Center high-mount stop light 

• Hydraulic drive auger in lieu of chain 




SNOWBLAST 

MSV and MV V-Box Spreaders 

The Monroe V-Box Spreader is designed 

and built for long lasting, heavy duty, 

reliable service. Both models, MSV and 

MV, are available in mild steel, and 304 

stainless steel with 100% continuouslywelded 

construction. A choice of slidein 

or chassis-mount is offered, in sizes 

ranging from 8’ to 17’. 

Snowblowers 

Features (MSV): 

• Tip-up spinner assembly 

• 4-bolt flange bearings 

• 2” idler shaft 

• Spring-loaded chain take-up bearing 

• Front and rear wipers 

• Rear diverter chute 

• Replaceable chain shields, 10 gauge 

• 3/8” x 1-1/2” bar flights 

• 50:1 or 25:1 gearbox with 2” drive shaft 

• Top screens 

Features (MV): 

• Bolt-on spinner assembly 

• 4-Bolt flange bearings 

• 1-1/2” idler shaft 

• Spring-loaded chain take-up bearing 

• Front and rear wipers 

• Rear diverter chute 

• Formed chain shields, 10 gauge 

• 1/4” x 1-1/2” bar flights 

• 50:1 or 25:1 gearbox with 1-1/2” drive 

shaft 

• Top screens 

Pre-wetting Systems 

Pre-wetting is increasing in popularity 

with up to 40% savings in granular 

materials being reported when pre-wetting 

with liquids deicing chemicals. 

Features: 

• Hydraulic and electric systems available 

• 15 to 400 gallon tank capacities 

• Simple on/off systems to closed-loop 

system 

• Mounting hardware available in powdercoated 

mild steel or stainless steel 


branch of Commercial Truck Equipment, 

or visit: www.comtruck.ca 

Commercial’s new Sales, Service and Parts facility in Calgary 

Along with recent corporate expansion and consolidation, Commercial has moved to a new 

purpose built, state-of-the-art facility in Calgary. Situated on a five acre parcel, the facility 

has more than ample capacity to accommodate future expansion. 

The building has fourteen service bays and has been designed so that additional service bays, 

up to fourteen more, can be added without disrupting day to day business. Commercial’s 

facility also includes a full service driveline shop for repair, installation and custom 

builds - also a dedicated PTO bench for custom build and repairs of PTO’s and hydraulic 

components. A large warehouse and extra large yard provide generous space for parts 

inventory and equipment and vehicle storage. 

Commercial Equipment Corporation, Commercial’s utility and utility rental division, has 

now been brought under the umbrella of CTEC and is now working in this facility. Ideally 

located in the foothills Industrial area of Calgary, the facility offers extremely easy access, 

being located at the junction of 114 Avenue and 48 Street SE. 

The address is: 11199-48th Street S.E. Calgary, Alberta, T2C 5H4. 

An efficient and effective solution 

SNOWBLAST are single stage 

snowblowers designed for the roughest 

winters and built to work in extreme 

conditions. Charles Mehlhaf, original 

founder of Wildcat Manufacturing Co. 

Inc., designed the “Wildcat” snowblower 

product line in the mid 1970’s. “Wildcat” 

blowers was a very popular brand in 

Alberta, and many units remain in 

operation today. “Wildcat” is now known 

as “SNOWBLAST”, with the same 

principles of quality and design being 

applied in the manufacture of the blowers. 

There are no second stage augers to plug, 

and the heavy-duty construction of the 

frame, fans, and CAT II-III Quick Hitch 

provide excellent durability. 

The SNOWBLAST tractor-mounted series 

snowblowers is a solution to blowing in 

all types of snow conditions from wet 

slushy snow to hard compacted frozen 

snow. SNOWBLAST snowblowers will 

efficiently blow snow on roads, in fields, 

farm yards, even inside livestock pens. 

This provides operators with effective 

and efficient performance combined with 

quality workmanship. 

SNOWBLAST tractor-mounted blowers 

use a unique spiral feeding system. Two 

bars stretching in front of the fans cut and 

slice the snow, throwing it back into the 

impellars. The angle of the spiral cutting 

bar lines up to the paddles and snow 

comes from the bar directly into the blade 

for a fast, even discharge. The fans are 

constructed of 3/8” backs, 3/8” paddles, 

and 3/8” gussets. All fans are balanced 

with a balance weight to prevent vibration. 

Two Spout options available allow 

operators to choose what fits their needs. 

Use the single chute to blow in a specific 

area or into trucks, or use the double-chute 

for free casting. This allows tailoring 

of the blower to specific needs. Eight 

bearing mounted rollers on the base of the 

spout allow for easy rotation plus raises 

the spout up creating an air gap which 

eliminates spout freeze downs. 

The outer cutting edge surrounds the 

entire blower for easy cutting through the 

toughest of packed snow. A shear Bolt 

on the front of each fan will shear off if 

the blower hits any major obstructions 

preventing blower damage. The shear 

bolts are located on the front of each fan 

for easy access to replace them, plus with 

individual fan shear bolts it eliminates any 

sudden stresses or jars to pass through the 

rest of the drive system. When shear bolts 

shear, brass bushings prevent the fan from 

seizing onto the shaft. 

On all “A” Series blowers, all chains 

and sprockets are completely enclosed 

in an oil reservoir creating quality 

lubrication which translates into longer 

chain and sprocket life and less friction. 

This translates into more efficiency for 

increased productivity. Fan shaft bearing 

are 4-bolt piloted flange which fit into the 

chain drive housing which takes the stress 

off of the 4 bolts. Cylindrical pressure 

is absorbed from the bearing, through 

the pilot, and into the housing itself. The 

blower is 

mounted to 

the tractor 

using a 

heavy duty 

hitch system 

that will 

accommodate 

a standard 

3-point 

or Quick- 

Coupler hitch 

on the tractor. 

SNOWBLAST offers a 2-Year Limited 

Warranty (1-year parts and labor, 2-years 

parts). 

For further information contact CUBEX 

in Calgary, or the new CUBEX facility in 

Edmonton, or visit: www.cubexltd.com 




plow hydraulics allows operators to 

scrape or back-drag more snow in less 

time resulting in 30% more efficiency.” 

• Pre-Drilled Top Blade Rail - allows for 

E-Z Installation of E-Z Fit Deflector 

• Custom designed to accept the E-Z 

Switch Wings 

• Patented Shock Killer Trip Return 

System - reduces return shock to truck 

and driver 

• Fast-Force Hydraulic System 

• EIS – Energy Interruption System 

- down-time reduction, corrosion 

elimination and plug and play design 

• Down Pressure Hydraulics System 

- scrapes clean forward and back 

dragging and increases snow-moving 

efficiency by up to 30% 

• Superior Paint for Corrosion Resistance 

- zinc phosphate rinse, E-Coat primer 

and powder coat finish 


DEL branch, or visit: www.caytec.com 

The SNO-WAY 29 

VHD Plow 

Fits HD 3/4 Ton to Class 5 Trucks 

The 29VHD is the top of the line in Vee Plow technology. The 

unique single adjusting arm blade leveling system allows the 

operator to adjust the center hinge for perfect plowing alignment 

and no snow trail. With the Down Pressure Hydraulic System as 

standard equipment, this plow, according to SNO-WAY, will clean 

better and can cut 30% of plowing time. With the addition of 

the optional E-Z Switch Wings operators have a plow that offers 

exceptional versatility and durability. 

‘Down Pressure’ hydraulics for 

scraping and back-dragging 

According to Sno-Way, its patented Down Pressure snow plow 

hydraulics is a superior plow upgrade, and only Sno-Way has it. 

Sno-Way also claims that no other plow manufacturer offers this 

option. Sno-Way states, “Some may claim that their heavy weight 

plows produce results like Down Pressure snow plow hydraulics, 

but take it from us no plow will clean as efficiently or as quickly 

as a Sno-Way plow. Sno-Way’s exclusive Down Pressure snow 



The hydraulic system design virtually 

eliminates “skipping” during backdragging, 

a problem found in other plow 

type designs. 

Wireless and 

Programmable 

Sno-Way’s patented wireless Pro Control 

plow control offers the ultimate in-cab 

flexibility. The Sno-Way wireless control 

can be mounted virtually anywhere in 

the cab and is simple to operate with 

either hand. In addition, the wireless Pro 

Control eliminates cumbersome dash 

wires that can easily become tangled 

or restrict placement of the control - 

especially for left hand use. The wireless 

Pro Control keeps truck cabs in original 

condition and installs in minutes with 

no drilling or wire harness “snaking” 

through the vehicle firewall. A wired 

version is also available. 

Features 

• Patented Ground Hugger Blade Design 

- keeps plow on the ground 

• Patented MaxADJUST Leveling 

System 

• Double Acting Wing Cylinders – 

maximum force forward and back 

• Tube Steel/Tab-Slot and Lock 

Construction - engineered for load 

force absorption and durability 


Healthy landscape, 

conserving resources, 

saving money 

WMS will assist your irrigation crews and 

turf managers in doing what they do best, 

and that is manage turf, lower maintenance 

costs, and an increase in community 

acceptance as the green spaces will look 

better - and the irrigation will only be 

running in times of need. The vandalism 

issue in every community is always a 

concern and a WMS will give you all 

the best tools to combat this. Whether 

it’s an entire system shutoff during grad 

weekend, water window management to 

stay out of the peak vandal hours, or zone 

shutdown and alarm, once a sprinkler is 

kicked off it minimizes water waste and 

site damage liability. Keeping your water 

window to a minimum is of paramount 

importance in the summer months. User 

groups playing soccer or baseball etc on 

overly wet fields in the morning causes 

turf damage, site liability, as well as bad 

rapport with the user groups. Then the 

favorite, in the back of the minds of all 

municipal agencies, are the calls from 

locals on a rainy day giving you grief 

that the city irrigation is running during 

rainfall. A good quality WMS solves all of 

these issues, and more. 

Alberta User Groups Lead the Way 

The Toro ‘Sentinel’ Series WMS is 

an advanced, state-of-the-art Water 

Management System. Recently, with 

consulting from Ion Irrigation, based 

in Calgary, the Government of Alberta 

installed a Sentinel system at the 

Legislative Grounds in Edmonton. As 

this project nears completion, they are 

already reaping the rewards of an efficient, 

reliable, state of the art WMS. 

In Canada, Toro supplies sites such as; 

The Cities of Nanaimo, Kelowna, Prince 

George, Burnaby, North Van, West Van, 

Delta, U of A, U of C, U of S, along 

with a number of large commercial 

users. In September of 2009, the City of 

Saskatoon began what is believed to be 

the largest one-time purchase of central 

control products seen to date. The Beijing 

Olympic village was 162 controllers. The 

combined controller count of AC and DC 

sites in Saskatoon is in excess of 200 as of 

August 2010. Network communications to 

five hubs and four weather stations control 

the ET based run times. Their choice for 

the project was the Toro Sentinel System, 

with the cities of Trail, Coquitlam, and the 

Town of Ajax choosing Sentinel as well, 

soon after. Other customers include the 

Beijing Olympic city, Disney World Wide 

World of Sports, Notre Dame University, 

and Princeton University. 

Who is your Sentinel? 

The Sentinel WMS will automatically 

adjust irrigation runtimes based on 

current weather data provided by your 

choice of a number of weather sources. 

The system will monitor all irrigation 

cycles and respond to any anomalies due 

to vandalism, broken mainlines, ‘real 

time’ rainfall, or other hydraulic issues as 

well as managing the flow of the system 

maximizing efficiency of the sprinklers 

and minimizing the water/vandalism 

window. Maintenance of irrigation sites is 

made efficient and user-friendly with the 

handheld remote radio for accurate and 

instant zone activations. A well designed 

and operated WMS can show an end-user 

a savings in Irrigation water use in the 

range of 35% and beyond. 

Using a Water Management Control System Can Achieve All Three 

By EMCO Waterworks Group 

For some, the cost of water is not something 

they look at by means of “dollars and 

cents”. In the end, the cost to filter, deliver, 

and maintain our potable water supply 

is substantial. Reducing water usage 

ultimately minimizes the demand on the 

entire infrastructure throughout the country. 

Each city may have different considerations 

for considering a water management 

system, and these may change from one 

year to the next. Considering a system with 

quality, and versatility in mind will aid in 

maximizing your return on investment. 

We are all aware of low flush toilets, low 

water use shower heads, and rain sensing 

devices to reduce our water consumption. 

In the heat of the summer we can typically 

expect water consumption to double. 

Irrigation of parks, sports fields, and green 

spaces will comprise the highest use of 

water within your region. In turn, this also 

creates the greatest potential area for water 

savings. Today’s technological capability 

is readily available. An integrated 

irrigation water management system can, 

and should, save 30-50% of the summer’s 

water expenditure. This savings alone 

would allow for a solid investment on 

your conservation efforts. 

If we take this one step further, and 

consider the municipal infrastructure: 

Pumping stations, pressure regulating 

valves, piping, etc., they have all been 

designed to withstand maximum flow 

capacity. This capacity would be seen 

during the hottest week of the summer, 

and irrigation is the catalyst for achieving 

this peak. If you are able to reduce that 

peak, this will reduce the demand, and 

strain on the infrastructure. In turn, this 

will increase the life span, and defer 

costly upgrades to the system. Liability 

is always an issue, and managing your 

parks irrigation systems to minimize 

the liability of a hillside slumping - or a 

park or buildings flooding is a concern as 

well. This is answered by a quality Water 

Management System (WMS). Benefits 

beyond those already mentioned are: A 




Features of the Central Control 

System 

Sentinel has been designed to operate as 

an ‘Irrigation Central Control’ system 

without a middle manager or the continual 

reliance on the office-based computer 

or any additional hardware in the field. 

Operating outside of the bounds of these 

hardware limitations and maintenance 

issues is a great benefit to the end user; 

as Sentinel relies on nothing more 

than the power to be on to operate as 

a fully functional water management 

system. Sentinel features true two-way 

Industry Canada compliant UHF radio 

communication, as well as the option 

of Landline phone, Cellular, Ethernet, 

SCADA, Fiber Optic, or Spread Spectrum, 

or a combination of some or all of these 

options. 

The numerous communication options 

allows users to talk to an unlimited 

number of satellites over any distance 

overcoming typical communication 

obstacles rendering many of Toro’s 

competitors inoperable. Reporting 

capabilities include: Water schedule; Water 

usage, ET, Rain fall data, flow graphs, 

zone runtimes, alarms status, electrical 

status, rain fall and or rain off status, 

and daily ET rates, just to mention a few 

reports, in print or graph format. 

Field Satellite Features 

Some features of the Sentinel Field 

Satellite include: 

• Real time flow monitoring at the 

Satellite without requiring additional 

components when using flow sensors 

with-in the system 

• Field satellite retains full functionality 

of the entire system thus not being 

susceptible to any office computer or 

communication malfunctions elsewhere 

in the system 

• Modular station counts from 12 to 96 in 

12-station increments or in a two wire 

decoder configuration for up to 200 

stations or a hybrid of both 

• Two sensor inputs per satellite; up to 4 

flow sensor inputs per satellite 

• Up to 16 programs and 8 start times per 

program, station run times from one 

minute to four hours and 59 minutes, or 

options of repeats or continuous run 

• Global adjustment from 0–250%; 

percent adjust by program from 0–250% 

• Ability to read and respond to numerous 

high end weather stations 

• Electrical current draw monitoring will 

shut down a station with excessively 

high electrical draw and notify the user 

and continue program operation 

• Ability to operate from one to six 

programs simultaneously 

• Its true two-way communication allows 

for changes in the field to be uploaded 

to the central computer and allows twoway 

communication with a hand-held 

radio in stand –alone mode 

• The Sentinel controller in the field 

can also act as a re-hub (leapfrog) of 

communication in the case of a remote 

Sentinel controller residing beyond 

the limitations of the standard UHF 

communications. Again allowing for 

a solid system and minimizing the 

customer’s capital expenditures along 

the way 

Reducing the Carbon Footprint 

In addition, all of this can be run without 

a connection to the local power grid. 

Solar panels and DC power are quickly 

taking over the Sentinel picture as more 

than just a far-fetched option for power. 

Now virtually every one of your Sentinel 

irrigation controllers can be solar powered 

and retain 100% of the functionality 

of the AC powered units. Saves on the 

connection cost to the grid and of course 

the power to run the site. Saving power 

goes hand in hand with saving water and 

Sentinel does both very well. 

Hand-held and Other Remote 

Features 

• The hand-held capability in stand-alone 

or Central mode allows data commands 

to manually turn on individual or 

multiple stations, initiate programs, 

advance through the system during 

winterizing, or complete rain shutdown 

to note a few 

• Voice and data capable 

• System on and off command activation 

• Great remote access to zones positioned 

in medians, boulevards, distant or hard 

to reach sites 

• Considered an advancement in Safety 

management 

• Onsite staffs’ best friend 


EMCO Waterworks Group location, or 

visit: www.toro.com 




New Case 621F 

Wheel Loader 

Case Construction Equipment 

has introduced the new 621F 

wheel loader. The new machine 

provides up to a 10-percent 

increase in fuel economy over the 

previous model, while delivering 

faster acceleration, quicker cycle 

times and higher travel speeds. 

The new Case 621F wheel loader, like other 

models in the product line, evolved from the 

company’s E Series machines. To meet Tier 

4 Interim emissions standards, the Case F 

Series wheel loaders use selective catalytic 

reduction (SCR) technology, which results 

in lower temperatures in the exhaust system 

while optimizing combustion. The Case 

621F wheel loader features a 6.7-liter Tier 4 

Interim-certified engine that delivers up to 

162 hp (121 kW). Classified as a 2.75 yd3 

(2.1 m3) wheel loader, the Case 621F has an 

operating weight of 26,641 lb (12 084 kg). 

Significant fuel savings 

Like other F Series models, the 621F 

offers four programmable power modes 

to save fuel and increase available power. 

These easy-to-program power modes – 

Economy, Standard, Max and Auto – give 

operators flexibility in matching engine 

power to their jobs. A new dual-mode 

shutdown feature maximizes fuel economy 

and monitors vital engine components. 

Using the fuel-saver mode, the operator 

can limit the time the machine will idle. 

The desired shutdown time can be set in 

five-minute increments. The automatic 

engine shutdown feature can provide up to 

another 30 percent in fuel savings. 

Breakthrough productivity 

The new Case wheel loaders include 

standard limited-slip front and rear 

axles that provide outstanding traction 

in all conditions, especially in noncompacted 

surfaces, such as gravel. 

Optional heavy-duty axles with locking 

front and conventional rear differentials 

help reduce tire wear when working on 

hard surfaces. The standard four-speed 

transmission with manual kick-down 

capability provides maximum traction and 

increased bucket penetration. 

The Case 621F wheel loader can perform 

in a wide range of applications, from 

construction sites to aggregate operations. 

Case also offers a Commodity King 

option package that takes advantage 

of its unique mid-mounted cooling 

module. The Commodity King package 

provides special cooling and air filtration 

components for working in cement plants, 

agriculture and other applications where 

the machine operates in extremely dusty 

or particulate-laden environments. 

The award-winning Case joystick 

steering enables operators to seamlessly 

move between the joystick and steering 

wheel for high-production operations. 

An optional two-lever hydraulic control 

system is available. The Case PowerInch 

feature lets the operator quickly and 

precisely approach targets in tight areas, 

regardless of engine speed. PowerInch 

maintains high RPMs to maximize 

hydraulic power and control. 

Comfort in the Cab 

The Case 621F is the latest F Series 

wheel loader model to provide enhanced 

comfort and safety features that help boost 

operator productivity. The cab offers an 

unobstructed view to both edges of the 

bucket or attachment, while a wide window 

and sloping hood provide clear vision 

to the rear. A new rearview, wide-angle 

camera with an adjustable color monitor is 

available in the Case F Series. The camera 

option nearly eliminates blind spots and is 

ideal for jobs that require operating around 

other machines or workers. 

For further information contact your local 

Case dealer. 



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Tensar P500 

Turf/Earth 

Reinforcement 

Mats 

Lafarge Duraclime 

Asphalt 

Reduces emissions, fuel consumption, 

smoke, and odors 

For high-load and severe erosion 

applications, the North American 

Green P500 Turf/Earth Reinforcement 

Mat (TERM) is designed to offer veneer 

stabilization and high tensile strength 

for increased durability in high-impact 

conditions. The combination of highstrength 

geogrids, heavy UV-stabilized 

nets and a permanent polypropylene 

fiber matrix allow for surface vegetation 

without soil infilling. Unlike some woven 

monofilament TRMs, the stitched matrix 

does not impede vegetation growth. 

When combined with Tensar’s North 

American Green Earth Anchors (EA) the 

P500 TERM forms a flexible armoring 

system that controls erosion, reinforces 

vegetation and stabilizes the earth in the 

most extreme situations. The P500 Turf/ 

Earth Reinforcement Mat (TERM) is 

designed to control erosion and reinforce 

vegetation in high-load and severe erosion 

applications. The P500 TERM features 

easy installation with no soil infilling 

required, yet offers the high-tensile strength 

needed in certain high-impact river, canal, 

and levee stabilization projects. 

P500 TERM System Features and 

Benefits 

• Higher tensile strength for increased 

durability in high-load conditions and 

veneer stabilization 

• Combination of high strength geogrid, 

heavy UV-stabilized nets, a permanent 

polypropylene fiber matrix 

• Stitched matrix allows for surface 

application without soil infilling and 

does not impede vegetation growth like 

some woven monofilament TRMs. 

• Surface application dramatically reduces 

installation time, labor and cost 

• Easy to install with no heavy equipment 

required 

• Offers flexible lining that won’t crack 

and deteriorate like concrete, creating a 

more economical design 

• Provides an aesthetically pleasing, 

natural, “green” soft-armor solution 

Applications for P500 TERM System 

• Roadside channel / swale / slope 

applications where conventional TRMs 

are subject to damage from vehicular 

traffic or maintenance equipment 

• Rivers and canals where TRMs are 

subject to damage from ice and/or 

debris flows 

• Levee protection requiring both 

permanent erosion control and shallow 

soil stability 

• Shallow slope (veneer) stabilization and 

erosion control 

• Construction of reinforced soil lifts for 

bioengineering streambank protection 

Earth Anchor Technology 

Earth Anchors (EA), manufactured 

exclusively for Tensar’s North American 

Green erosion control product line, can 

offer a system that controls erosion and 

reinforces vegetation in the most extreme 

situations – especially when combined with 

turf/earth reinforcement mats (TERMs). 

The North American Green Earth Anchors 

reach deep into the soil strata to offer 

enhanced anchoring in the worst conditions. 

How Do Earth Anchors Work? 

The corrosion resistant earth anchors 

increase the mechanical strength of the 

veneer both during installation and use. The 

earth anchors are connected to a stainless 

steel or galvanized tendon which extends 

to the surface and is secured with a plate 

that anchors the TRM. The surface plate 

exerts a load on the anchor that compresses 

the soil above the anchor and provides 

resistance to further anchor movement. 

Visit: www.nagreen.com for more 

information. 

As a leading producer of building 

materials, Lafarge is developing 

innovative products and new solutions 

for customers across the construction 

industry, including a new range of 

cements, high-strength concrete, and 

multipurpose drywall, bringing greater 

safety, comfort, and quality to everyday 

surroundings. Lafarge Asphalt has 

developed the ‘Durapave’ product range 

to provide asphalt solutions, which deliver 

optimum quality, performance, durability 

and sustainability. Each of the products 

in its Durapave series offers unique 

performance characteristics designed to 

address a range of needs such as moisture 

damage, high axle loading and sound 

attenuation. 

‘Duraclime’ is one of the products in the 

Durapave product range. It uses warm 

mix asphalt technology to enable the 

production of asphalt mixes at reduced 

temperatures while also incorporating 

higher levels of reclaimed asphalt 

pavement (RAP) and asphalt shingle 

modifier (ASM). 

Product Overview 

Mixed at lower temperatures, Duraclime 

reduces emissions, fuel consumption, 

smoke, and odors during the 

manufacturing process. This improves 

the comfort, safety, and environment for 

workers during construction operations. 

Residents in local communities and the 

traveling public notice the improved air 

quality near asphalt plants and paving 

sites. 

The use of Duraclime can reduce the 

carbon footprint of a plant by10 to 20 

percent. With widespread implementation 

at all asphalt plants in North America, 

this reduction would be equivalent to 

removing the emissions from 200,000 to 

500,000 cars a year. 

Technical Benefits of Duraclime 

• Reduced emissions 

• Lower consumption of fossil fuels 

• Reduced smoke and odors 

• Improved comfort, safety, and working 

environment 

• Improved workability 

• Extended compaction time, with more 

uniform compaction across the mat 

• Reduced thermal segregation 

• Proven performance in warm and cold 

climates 

• Ability to incorporate high levels of 

recycled materials 

Product Performance 

Duraclime exhibits exceptional 

performance characteristics: Longer 

pavement life because the light oils 

stay in the binder, reducing aging 

hardening; reduced thermal segregation; 

more uniform compaction; and longer 

compaction times. 

The superior performance of Duraclime 

in North America has been demonstrated 

through extensive laboratory testing as 

well as on several in-service projects. 

The Duraclime production process does 

not affect the asphalt binder rheology or 

performance grade (PG) classification. 

Additionally, the lower mixing 

temperatures are a sign of reduced aging 

of the asphalt binder. 

Asphalt pavement analyzer (APA) wheel 

rut testing and tensile strength ratio 

(TSR) moisture susceptibility testing 

on Duraclime indicate comparable 

performance to conventional HMA, with 

the TSR results showing that Duraclime 

has a high resistance to moisture-induced 

damage. 

For more information visit: 

www.lafargenorthamerica.com

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