530 Edgemont Rd. Performance was measured by the quality of snow removal, the extent of damage to pavement markings, and cost.
Urethane blades on plows with wheels are even more effective.
All three blade configurations are effective in removing loose snow. Urethane blades are susceptible to wear through friction. They are not practical for use on second and third priority snow routes where variations in cross slope and soft shoulders bring the blade into contact with the pavement during plowing operations. Using wheels on plows equipped with carbide-tipped blades allows the operator the option of using the plow with wheels for first priority snow removal routes or without wheels for lower priority routes. On wheel-supported plows, proper wheel alignment is critical to proper operation, protection or urethane blades from wear, and reduction of pavement marking scraping.