How do ice melters work?
When ice melter granules contact ice or snow,
they begin to form a brine solution. Central
to the melting process, brine initially prevents
refreezing. How quickly brine is produced and
long it takes for refreezing to occur depends
on the product, the amount applied and the
effectiveness of each granule.
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When do I apply ice melters?
Whenever pedestrian or traffic safety is
threatened by a buildup of snow or ice,
immediate action is called for to prevent
liability risk. Granular ice melters are an
important part of your safety strategy.
Learn how to best deal with:
DRY POWDERY SNOW
SLEET/FREEZING RAIN
WET/HEAVY SNOW
LARGE ACCUMULATIONS OF SNOW
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Granules: Does size really matter?
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All ice melters are not created equal.
Learn how different ice melters effect:
PETS
THE ENVIRONMENT
VEGETATION
ROOFS
CONCRETE
CARPETS AND FLOORING
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Take manufacturers' claims with "a grain of salt"
Manufacturers' claims should be supported by
independent testing of the entire formulation,
not just one ingredient.
Melting temperatures - be realistic
Learn more about how different blends and
ingredients address the effective melting
temperature -the lowest temperature at
which an product will realistically melt ice.
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Melting speed (rate)/extended melting
Melting performance is limited by the product's
primary ingredient and environmental
conditions.
Cost and economy are not the same
Know your needs and what you're buying.
Temperature, moisture and accumulation
effect melting speed and refreezing. Lower
temperatures reduce the melting speed of
ALL ingredients. They start melting quickly,
but refreeze, requiring multiple applications.
Products with extended melting prove to be
more economical.
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