Winter snow and ice create huge challenges for both traffic and logistics. Finding an efficient, yet affordable, anti-skid solution is vital. YG Machinery’s extensive spreader series, ranging from the compact trailer hitch salt spreader (0.3m³) up to heavy-duty truck systems (12m³), is engineered to meet every demand. These units provide instant and precise spreading capability. They ensure winter safety by uniformly broadcasting de-icing agents, dry sand, or rock salt on roads and major highways.
trailer hitch salt spreader (0.3m³); Coastal or high-salt use.
Carbon Steel
High strength, superior impact resistance, Durability.
Heavy-duty truck mounted salt spreader (1m³-12m³); Rough terrain.
The trailer hitch salt spreader (0.3m³) offers superior acid resistance and anti-corrosion due to its PE material. Larger models (1m³-12m³) use durable carbon steel with robust anti-corrosion coating.
Efficient Drive and Control: Small units use an electric motor (12V/24V) for energy-saving operation. Large models feature powerful hydraulic systems. Operators adjust spread rate and speed in real-time using a stepless speed controller.
Precise and Uniform Spreading: The spinner spreader speed is adjustable, allowing a stepless width adjustment from 3 to 16m. This guarantees uniformity and prevents material waste.
Compatibility and Application: Our series includes the compact trailer hitch mounted salt spreader and large systems compatible with dump trucks.
This design significantly enhances operational safety.
Maintenance cost is extremely low for the PE model.
What capacities are available, and which vehicle platform fits?
We offer a range from 0.3m³ (perfect for a pickup’s hitch mount) up to 12m³. The 0.3m³ models fit pickup beds or hitches. Larger units (1m³-12m³) are designed as truck mounted salt spreader attachments for heavy trucks and dumpers.
Which material is best: Carbon Steel or Polyethylene?
It depends on your priority. Polyethylene is lighter weight and offers maximum anti-corrosion defense against salt, giving you a longer equipment lifespan with zero rust upkeep. Carbon steel, while heavier, offers superior impact resistance for rough use, but requires routine maintenance.
If there is thick ice, how should I use the spreader?
When facing thick ice (＞5mm), the best practice is first to use an ice breaker or lightest snow plow to fracture the ice layer. Next, clear the broken ice with a snowplow. Then, use a rotary snow brush to sweep the residue. Finally, activate your trailer hitch salt spreader to broadcast de-icer and prevent secondary freezing.
The YG spreader series, from the compact trailer hitch salt spreader to large units, excels across all sectors:
Commercial Properties: Quick clearing of parking lots and local access roads.
Municipal Services: Clearing sidewalks, bike lanes, and narrow community streets.
Highway & Airport: Large truck mounted salt spreader units ensure rapid clearance on high-speed routes and aprons to secure traffic flow.
Success Story: Jake from Alberta, Canada
Jake, an independent contractor in Alberta, Canada, manages winter roads for several business parks. He previously used a traditional truck mounted salt spreader. However, he found it difficult to maneuver in narrow driveways, and the large unit was too cumbersome for clearing sidewalks.
He saw significant improvement after switching to our 0.3 cubic meter Polyethylenetrailer hitch salt spreader. Due to its lighter weight and compact size, he could move quickly in confined areas. Spreading efficiency increased by 40%. Jake especially praised the energy-saving electric drive and stepless width adjustment control. This allowed him to manage the salt density precisely. He saved about 18% on de-icing materials per kilometer. This dramatically lowered his operating cost and boosted client satisfaction.
How to Choose the Right Spreader Model? (Capacity & Material)
Choosing your optimal spreader starts with capacity and material needs.
For Pickup/Small Areas (0.3m³): The PE trailer hitch salt spreader is the top choice. The lighter weight minimizes stress on your truck’s hitch. It provides maximum anti-corrosion defense, ensuring a longer equipment lifespan.
For Highway/Heavy Use (1m³-12m³): Choose the Carbon Steel truck mounted salt spreader. Its strength handles heavy loads and rugged application, offering superior Durability.
Power Source: PE models use an electric motor. Larger Carbon Steel models rely on powerful hydraulic power system.
Spreading Range: Confirm the spreader’s minimum width allows for the required spreading accuracy in narrow areas like sidewalks.
A spinner spreader (salt spreader) is crucial for de-icing, but it cannot handle all snow conditions alone.
Light Snow and Thin Ice: During initial snowfall or when thin ice (≤5mm) forms, you should prioritize quick clearing using a rotary snow brush or snow plow. This removes most accumulation and reduces the needed amount of de-icer.
Thick Ice Response: As mentioned before, thick ice requires pre-fracturing by an ice breaker. Consider a mounted unit like the lightest snow plow to handle initial clearance.
Spreading Timing: The spreader should be deployed immediately after mechanical clearing is finished. Alternatively, use it as part of a pre-wet strategy. Spread de-icer before a storm to stop the snow from bonding with the road.
Boosting Efficiency: Our spreaders support quick deployment and quick withdrawal. This significantly cuts down on road closure time. The modular design also allows you to replace key components within 15 minutes.
