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[Grader Blades](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/tag/grader-blades) - [Gravel](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/tag/gravel) - [Snow Plow Blades](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/tag/snow-plow-blades) - [Sharq Edges System](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/tag/sharq-edges-system) - [Snow and Ice](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/tag/snow-and-ice) - [Humor](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/tag/humor) - [Curb Guards](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/tag/curb-guards) - [Insider](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/tag/insider) - [Blue Steel](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/tag/blue-steel) [![The Ultimate Snow Plow Blade: The 3X Flex Carbide/Rubber Snow Plow Blade](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/eb_logo_final_standard_socialmeta-Jan-22-2024-09-27-37-1813-PM.png)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/brian-to-review-content-revolutionizing-winter-road-maintenance-introducing-the-3x-flex-snow-plow-blade) ### [The Ultimate Snow Plow Blade: The 3X Flex Carbide/Rubber Snow Plow Blade](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/brian-to-review-content-revolutionizing-winter-road-maintenance-introducing-the-3x-flex-snow-plow-blade) Sep 22, 2023 Brian Hunter The Ultimate Snow Plow Blade Solution for Department of Transportation (DOT's), City Street Departments, County Highway Departments and Snow Removal Professionals is available now! Having the proper equipment for snow and ice removal is critical. A high-quality snow plow blade is an essential component for efficient and successful snow removal for Department of Transportation (DOT's), city... [![Why Is Harder Steel Better for Your Cutting Edges?](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/eb_logo_final_standard_socialmeta-Jan-22-2024-09-27-23-3582-PM.png)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/why-is-harder-steel-better-for-your-cutting-edges) ### [Why Is Harder Steel Better for Your Cutting Edges?](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/why-is-harder-steel-better-for-your-cutting-edges) Sep 08, 2023 Brian Hunter The word "cutting edges" is important in the world of industrial equipment. These cutting edges are the hidden heroes responsible for swiftly slicing through the hardest materials, whether in construction, mining, or agriculture. Not all cutting edges, however, are made equal. The choice of steel is critical to extending longevity and improving performance. In this post, we'll look at why harder... [![Carbide Grader Blades: Unrivaled Durability for Efficient Road Maintenance](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/WEB_Box_Grader.webp)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/carbide-grader-blades-a-revolution-in-road-maintenance) ### [Carbide Grader Blades: Unrivaled Durability for Efficient Road Maintenance](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/carbide-grader-blades-a-revolution-in-road-maintenance) Jul 21, 2023 Brian Hunter The addition of carbide grader blades has changed the industry in response to the increasing demand for efficient and cost-effective road maintenance. These cutting-edge blades outperform conventional options in terms of durability, longevity, and performance. In this blog article, we will look at the different benefits and uses of carbide grader blades, as well as their revolutionary... [![What are ground engaging tools?](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Warehouse_Grader_Blades.jpg)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/what-are-ground-engaging-tools) ### [What are ground engaging tools?](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/what-are-ground-engaging-tools) Jun 23, 2022 Brian Hunter What are ground engaging tools? Ground Engaging Tools, also known as GET, are the wear parts that come into direct contact with the material a piece of heavy equipment is manipulating. Regardless if you are running a bulldozer, skid loader, excavator, wheel loader, motor grader, snow plow, scraper, etc. your machine should be equipped with ground engaging tools to protect the machine from... [![Not all tungsten carbide impregnation is created equally](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Custom_Carbide_3.jpg)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/not-all-tungsten-carbide-impregnation-is-created-equally) ### [Not all tungsten carbide impregnation is created equally](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/not-all-tungsten-carbide-impregnation-is-created-equally) Nov 03, 2021 Brian Hunter The carbide impregnations (carbide abrasion resistance material) Equipment Blades uses is typically imbedded 3/8 into the parent metal and 3/8" above the parent metal. The weld matrix contains at least 50% virgin tungsten carbide particles mixed in the puddle not just on the surface. This impregnation drastically improves the wear life of the critical areas. The life expectancy can be up to 10X... [![The Ultimate Gravel Road Compaction Tool!](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Final_Pass_on_the_trailer.jpg)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/ultimate-gravel-road-compaction-tool) ### [The Ultimate Gravel Road Compaction Tool!](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/ultimate-gravel-road-compaction-tool) May 20, 2021 Brian Hunter The Final Pass II Motor Grader Mounted Packer-Roller is the ultimate gravel road compaction tool! When combining the Sharq Edges Grader Blade System with the Final Pass II Motor Grader Mounted Packer-Roller you are creating the perfect environment for the gravel packer to do its job. This will create safer gravel roads and save thousands of dollars from going into the ditch! The Final Pass II... [![Cutting Edge Market Trends](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/eb_logo_final_standard_socialmeta-Jan-22-2024-09-27-37-1813-PM.png)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/surviving-demand-and-constraints) ### [Cutting Edge Market Trends](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/surviving-demand-and-constraints) May 18, 2021 Brian Hunter Robust demand is challenging global supply as the world recovers from COVID-19. Our suppliers announced price increases, primarily due to rising scrap steel prices and skyrocketing ocean freight rates. We have also been warned of supply constraints due to current demand. We are doing our best to secure products and ensure continuous supply. Equipment Blades Inc. will continue to provide the best... [![Add More Wear Life to Your Cutting Edges](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Carbide_cutting_edge_image.jpg)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/custom-carbide-options-to-extend-wear-life) ### [Add More Wear Life to Your Cutting Edges](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/custom-carbide-options-to-extend-wear-life) Mar 17, 2021 Brian Hunter Go Thicker and Wider to add Wear Life! Equipment Blades can take OEM part numbers and have them manufactured in thicker and wider profiles to add more material to your bucket edges or grader blades. By adding more material you can spend less time changing out edges. Going thicker and wider works great in concrete scraping applications like snow removal or farming. Add Carbide to Increase the... [![Final Pass II Motor Grader Compactor-Packer](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Final_Pass_II.jpg)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/final-pass-ii-compactor-packer) ### [Final Pass II Motor Grader Compactor-Packer](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/final-pass-ii-compactor-packer) Jan 09, 2020 Brian Hunter Equipment Blades Inc. is excited to announce we have extended our product line to include the Final Pass II Compactor-Packer! This is a low-cost, high-return road compaction tool that can use the existing quick-attach ripper attachment on your motor grader, or it can use a hydraulic lift kit that works with almost any machine. This product features a true track system and a heavy-duty cushion... [![How to Choose the Right Replacement Grader Blade (Cutting Edge)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/howtochooserightreplacementblade-3.png)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/how-to-choose-the-right-replacement-grader-blade-cutting-edge) ### [How to Choose the Right Replacement Grader Blade (Cutting Edge)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/how-to-choose-the-right-replacement-grader-blade-cutting-edge) Oct 29, 2019 Brian Hunter Consider Your Road Conditions Choosing the right replacement grader blade (cutting edge) is all about the condition of the roads you are grading. Are the roads high traffic areas that need constant attention? Do your roads tend to develop washboards and potholes often? Are your roads in good shape, but they require a bit of maintenance? If you need to fix your roads more often because they... 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