Snow and Ice: Snow Plow

This snow plow removes snow from road surfaces and dispenses salt or other chemicals to keep roads clear of snow and ice. The truck operates at highway speeds so precise control of the blade and scraper is critical. Because of environmental concerns and the high cost of materials, dispensing the correct volume is very important.

The GS Hydraulics electro-hydraulic control system greatly improves the performance, productivity, and safety of this truck. A fully configurable CAN controller provides the interface between the operator and the machine. The distributed I/O modules simplify system installation and troubleshooting, achieving a scalable system architecture for multiple machine options. The stackable, proportional valves support multiple machine options, while achieving a consistent product solution for standard machine configurations. Efficient hydraulic motors with integrated sensors achieve precise application of materials from the dump body. Finally, an interactive, ergonomic control system gives the operator multiple mode selection capability while achieving precise feel and control of the blade and scraper motions.