Why is Liquid Snow Shovel right for me?
Inexpensive application equipment. Common pump up sprayer, back pack sprayer, ATV boom sprayer, or our truck mounted applicator
Applying LSS before the storm will eliminate the need for salting
Active immediately and works to -25°F
More cost effective than any granular product
LSS is 70% less corrosive than rock salt
Residual effects to aid in future additional snowfall
Bare ground every time you plow or shovel
Now you can have a known salting budget for the year using our 24 application rate
Less storage needed for Liquid Snow Shovel totes
Cannot be displaced by shovels or plows giving you longer melting ability
Easy pick up or delivery
No product shortages
With us, the manufacturer right in your area, we can answer your questions or concerns 7 days a week.
What quantities of Liquid Snow Shovel are available?
5 gal Bucket-Ideal for residential driveways, sidewalks, or people who just want to try the product out without a large volume commitment.
55 gal Drum- Ideal for those with larger residential driveways or small parking lots.
275 gal Tote. Ideal for those with medium to large parking lots such as churches, shopping centres, and restaurants. Also for those plowing contractors with small fleets of trucks.
9,200 gal. Tanker Truck Load. Ideal for those larger contractors or municipalities with large fleets of trucks.
What is Liquid Snow Shovel?
LSS is a formulated blend of calcium chloride, magnesium and a proprietary stabilizer that is used to help keep sidewalks, parking lots, and roadways free from the adverse effects of ice from -25°F.
LSS is a “stand-alone” alternative to rock salt with much less harmful effects on the environment.
Is this a completely new concept?
No, the use of calcium chloride for clearing sidewalks, parking lots, and roadways has been around since the 1970’s.
This is common practice in areas where temperatures are too cold to be able to use rock salt such as certain parts of Canada and Europe.
What's wrong with good ole' rock salt?
Cost Wise:
Historically, rock salt has been relatively cheap and abundant, so for the use of removing ice, it was relatively cost effective. However, with increased global demand for salt, the price of salt has increased three-fold over the last decade.
Currently, as you may have heard, there is an ever increasing shortage of rock salt, and distributors of it are not making commitments to have a supply of it. This is causing many municipalities, contractors, and property owners to be left without or paying high prices that have been described as “gouged” rates.
Rock salt is only effective to 20°F, making it unsuitable for many of the winter days that we see right here in West Michigan.
Rock salt is also easily displaced due to car tires, being shovelled away, or being plowed away. The result is having to use more product than is necessary to get the desired result.
Displaced rock salt usually ends up in areas of vegetation such as lawns or flower gardens, causing burned vegetation and over long periods of time, contamination.
Rock Salt is not pet friendly. The salt itself can become stuck in the paws of animals which can cause discomfort and burns. Also, animals may eat the rock salt thinking it is food, and become sick.
What type of applicator should I use to apply Liquid Snow Shovel?
2 gal Pump up sprayer- Engineered specifically for the use with Liquid Snow Shovel. A tee jet #10 spray tip included. Ideal for small parking lots, sidewalks, and driveways.
Customized units to fit your ATV, tractor, or small pickup. Ideal for small to medium parking lots.
Drop in Bed Units- Fits into short or long bed pickups. 100, 150, and 200 gal units depending on your pickups payload capacity. Perfect for all types of parking lots and obstacles. See next page for more info.
Whatever your need may be, we can custom design a unit to fit your situation up to 3000 gallons.
Click here for our LIQUID SNOW SHOVEL APPLICATORS page.
NEW~ Snow Hogg Sidewalk Buddy. Click on SNOW HOGG link for more information.
So, by using this product, I can put away the plow, snow blower, and the shovel?
No, although the product applied before a storm can melt the first couple inches of snow, we in no way imply that our product will remove all your snow. Normal plowing and snow removal is still necessary.
I’ve heard of/used a product like this before and it didn’t work.
In the past, there have been many products that have come out on the market such as beat juice, mineral well brine, and oil well brine and de-sugarized molasses to name a few. These products, although relatively cheap ,are considered “dirty” products. They come unrefined which will stain concrete and are inconsistent in their percentages of active ingredients causing variances in performance results. Liquid Snow Shovel is a “clean” product meaning that it is colorless, odorless, leaves no white tracking residue, not harmful to pets or humans, refined, and has consistent active ingredient percentages. Call us today for a free no obligation demonstration of Liquid Snow Shovel. We can come to you, or you can come to us!
Liquid Snow Shovel sounds like a great product, but we contract out our snow removal and salting, or I am just not that interested in applying the product myself.
If you contract out your snow removal and salting, you should either pass this information on to your contractor or give us his information and we can talk directly to them. If you are not interested in applying the product yourself, we offer this as a service. Ask your sales rep for more information.
Is Liquid Snow Shovel used for de-icing or anti-icing?
Liquid Snow Shovel is both. However, we have found that it works best for anti-icing. The reason is due to the fact that it takes more energy to break a bond (deicing) than to prevent a bond from forming (anti-icing), meaning it will take more product to break down ice than prevent it. Traditionally, salting occurs after the storm and plowing. By using LSS as an anti-icier, you apply the product either weekly or before the storm, and it creates a melting barrier between the pavement and snow. This barrier prevents a bond from occurring so even hard packed down snow plows or shovels off easy. Bare pavement every time you plow or shovel.
What are ASI's hours of operation?
Hours: Mon -Fri 8am -5pm
Call ASI today to place your order!
14680 Apple Dr.
Fruitport, MI 49415
Toll Free: 1-866-622-7222
Local (616) 842-0009
Fax: (616) 842-8513