In winter traffic management, speed and precision are paramount. An effective commercial salt spreader for truck does more than just spread salt; it protects your operating margins. YG Machinery’s spreader series (from $0.3 \text{m}^3$ to $12 \text{m}^3$) features an advanced hydraulic drive system and intelligent controls. Our goal is to eliminate the two main problems with traditional spreaders: Uneven spreading and high maintenance costs.
Commercial Salt Spreader for Truck Parameter
| Model | YG-TSBJ300 | YG-JSBJ300 | YG-TGSBJ300 | YG-SBJ1000 | YG-SBJ2000 | YG-SBJ3000 | YG-SBJ4000 | YG-SBJ6000 | YG-SBJ8000 | YG-SBJ10000 | YG-SBJ12000 |
| Hopper volume(m³) | 0.3 | 0.3 | 0.3 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 |
| Length * Width * Height（mm） | 1090*800*1400 | 910*770*1460 | 2080*1300*1100 | 2680*1510*1200 | 2920*1710*1390 | 3800*1800*1640 | 5000*1950*1600 | 5000*1950*1820 | 5000*1950*2040 | 5000*1950*2190 | |
| Weight（kg) | 102 | 115 | 446 | 580 | 729 | 812 | 1570 | 2250 | 2920 | 3595 | |
| Material conveying method | Free fall | Free fall | Chain conveyor | Chain conveyor | Chain conveyor | Chain conveyor | Chain (custom-made) / Screw Conveyor | Chain (custom-made) / Screw Conveyor | Chain (custom-made) / Screw Conveyor | Chain (custom-made) / Screw Conveyor | |
| Spreading width （m） | 3~6 | 3~6 | 3~9 | 3~9 | 3~9 | 3~9 | 3~16 | 3~16 | 3~16 | 3~16 | |
| Hydraulic system working pressure（MPa） | ≥16 | ≥16 | ≥16 | >16 | >16 | ≥16 | ≥16 | ≥16 | |||
| Hydraulic Flow Rate(L/min ) | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | 40 | |||
| Pump Displacement( ml/r ) | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |||
| Hydraulic Oil Tank Capacity（L） | 45 | 45 | 45 | 45 | 75 | 75 | 75 | 75 | |||
| Salt Spreading Rate(g/m²) | 20~100 | 20~100 | 20~150 | 20~150 | 20~150 | 20~150 | 20~200 | 20~200 | 20~200 | 20~200 | |
| Working Speed(km/h) | 10~30 | 10~30 | 15~60 | 15~60 | 15~60 | 15~60 | 15~60 | 15~60 | 15~60 | 15~60 | |
| Time to Fully Spread（min） | 10-15 | 10-15 | 25-40 | 30-90 | 60-120 | 200-240 | 360-480 | 360-480 | 360-480 | 360-480 | |
| Spreading Disc Diameter ( mm ) | 300 | 300 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | 500 | |
| Power source | Drawing power from car battery | Drawing power from car battery | Pneumatic hydraulic motor transmission | Pneumatic hydraulic motor transmission | Pneumatic hydraulic motor transmission | Pneumatic hydraulic motor transmission | Diesel-powered hydraulic motor transmission | Diesel-powered hydraulic motor transmission | Diesel-powered hydraulic motor transmission | Diesel-powered hydraulic motor transmission | |
| Engine power | 3.8KW/Gasoline Engine | 8KW/Gasoline Engine | 8KW/Gasoline Engine | 8KW/Gasoline Engine | 8KW/Gasoline Engine | 9.2KW/Diesel Engine | 9.2KW/Diesel Engine | 9.2KW/Diesel Engine | 9.2KW/Diesel Engine | ||
| Engine oil tank capacity | 3.6L | 6.5L | 6.5L | 6.5L | 6.5L | 25L | 25L | 25L | 25L | ||
| Engine fuel consumption | 1.6L/hour | 3.5L/hour | 3.5L/hour | 3.5L/hour | 3.5L/hour | 2.5L/hour | 2.5L/hour | 2.5L/hour | 2.5L/hour | ||
| Other | Polyethylene material | carbon steel material | Top rain cover, lighting (ladder needs to be custom-made) | ||||||||
Spreading Precision: Quantifying Spreading Uniformity and Material Savings
Accurate spreading is the core of cost control. Our spreaders achieve “precise metering, precise width.”
- Spreading Uniformity: Our patented v-hopper design and dual-layer forced conveyor system control material flow. Fluctuations are kept within $\pm 3\%$.
- Material Savings: We offer $3 \text{m}-16 \text{m}$ stepless width adjustment. The edge transition is smooth, eliminating waste on road shoulders. This saves $15\%-20\%$ of material per kilometer.
- The wireless remote control allows real-time adjustment of spreading density ($20-200 \text{g/m}^2$), ensuring linear output control.
Core Durability: V-Hopper Design and Corrosion Resistance
A commercial salt spreader for truck must survive high-salt, high-moisture environments.
- V-Hopper Design: Ensures complete material discharge with zero residue. This design, combined with the chain conveyor, prevents material blockage.
- Corrosion Resistance: The entire machine uses high-strength carbon steel with an anti-corrosion coating ($\text{three-layer coating}$). It passed rigorous $\text{Salt Spray Test}$ protocols without rusting.
- Critical components like the chain are made from quality steel that remains stable in extreme cold operation.
Power System Advantage: Why Choose a Hydraulic Drive System?
In commercial salt spreader applications, hydraulic power is superior to electric.
- High Power: The hydraulic drive system operates at $\geq 16 \text{mpa}$ pressure, providing stable flow. This is necessary for prolonged, high-intensity operations.
- Low-Temperature Response: Hydraulic drive responds faster and performs better than electric systems in $\text{-30}^\circ \text{C}$ start-up environments.
- An independent oil tank with a quick-change filter ensures low-temperature fluid performance. This guarantees mean time between failures ($\text{mtbf}$) of $\geq 200 \text{h}$.
Operational Efficiency: Smart Control, High Speed, and Low Fuel Consumption
Our equipment multiplies your efficiency.
- Operating Speed: The machine can maintain its rated spreading output at speeds up to $15 \text{km/h}$.
- Daily Range: A single unit can cover over $150 \text{km}$ per day. This is equivalent to $30$ workers scattering salt for $4$ hours.
- Low Fuel Consumption: The hydraulic system uses load-sensing control. The YG-SBJ6000 model consumes only $\approx 6.5 \text{L/100 km}$ (measured). This is a $28\%$ drop compared to standard gear pump solutions.
Wireless Remote Control and Operational Safety
Smart operation is key to safety.
- Wireless Remote Control: The operator can control start, stop, and speed adjustment from the comfort of the cabin. This eliminates manual contact with corrosive agents.
- Rapid Deployment: All models feature self-contained power, independent of the chassis $\text{PTO}$. This ensures fast entry and exit from the job site.
- Warning lights and spotlights are included, enhancing safety during night operations.
ROI and TCO: Labor Savings and High Resale Value
The total cost of ownership (TCO) for a commercial salt spreader for truck is extremely competitive.
- Labor Savings: One person completes the spreading from the cab, eliminating the need for support crew. The equipment cost can be recovered within one season.
- Longevity and Resale Value: Core components use a modular design. The machine’s resale value is estimated at $45\%$ after five years. This is significantly higher than modified equipment ($20\%$).
- Wear parts like the turn plate and guide cover last for $\geq 800 \text{km}$.
Application Expansion: Trailer Hitch Salt Spreader and Multi-Material Compatibility
We offer comprehensive commercial salt spreader solutions for all vehicle types.
- Small Carriers: The $0.3 \text{m}^3$ trailer hitch salt spreader model fits pickups and small utility trucks.
- Heavy Carriers: $1$ to $12 \text{m}^3$ models fit heavy trucks, water tankers, and front-end loaders.
- Material Versatility: The conveyor system handles various media, including granular salt, sand, and environmentally friendly $\text{magnesium calcium acetate}$. This enables “One Machine, Multi-Season” utilization.
Integration Strategy: Pairing with Snow Removal Plow Systems
Effective snow and ice control is a two-step process.
- The optimal snow removal plow sequence is: Plow/Roller $\rightarrow$ Spreader.
- The spreader should be deployed after clearing bulk snow. This strategy prevents future icing.
- All our spreaders and plows use quick-connect systems for easy interchangeability.
Application Case Study: The Russian Highway Challenge
Ivan is an operations manager for a highway maintenance company in russia. He needed a commercial salt spreader for truck that could cover vast areas quickly in extreme cold.
- The Solution: Ivan deployed $2$ yg-sbj6000 spreaders. He utilized the machine’s $\pm 3\%$ spreading uniformity and powerful hydraulic drive system.
- The Outcome: Only $2$ units and $4$ drivers completed $100 \text{km}$ of two-way highway spreading in $6$ hours. This saved over $50\%$ of the time and $33\%$ of the integrated cost compared to manual methods. Ivan specifically praised the equipment’s corrosion resistance and starting stability at $\text{-30}^\circ \text{C}$.
Maintenance Simplicity and Customization
Choosing a YG commercial salt spreader for truck means choosing lasting efficiency and low cost.
- Maintenance Simplicity: Key components (turn plate, chain, oil pump) are modular. They can be replaced individually within $15 \text{minutes}$ without disassembling the entire unit.
- Customization Note: For $0.3 \text{m}^3$ (Poly/Carbon Steel) and $1 \text{m}^3$ to $12 \text{m}^3$ (Carbon Steel) models, customers must specify their vehicle’s battery voltage ($12\text{V}$ or $24\text{V}$).
Contact YG Machinery today for an expert consultation to configure the optimal spreading system for your fleet and extreme weather environment!
