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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) [![Sharq Edges....The Best Grader Cutting Edges](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/sharq.jpg)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/sharq-edges-the-best-grader-cutting-edges) ### [Sharq Edges....The Best Grader Cutting Edges](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/sharq-edges-the-best-grader-cutting-edges) Apr 19, 2019 Brian Hunter The Sharq Edges System is the best grader blade system on the Planet. They are easy to use, simple to maintain, and the versatility they offer makes for a much more enjoyable operator experience. Yes - This is a quick change grader blade and the operator can change blades with a hammer---No pneumatics required! Run these at less RPM's, quieter, save fuel & improved operator environment ... [![Upcoming Spring Blizzard.....Are you ready?](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/bridge-car-city-714482.jpg)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/upcoming-spring-blizzard-are-you-ready) ### [Upcoming Spring Blizzard.....Are you ready?](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/upcoming-spring-blizzard-are-you-ready) Apr 08, 2019 Brian Hunter The calendar says April, but the weatherman says to prepare for a Spring Blizzard..... can this be right? Shouldn't the snow plow blades be put away for the season? If April Showers bring May Flowers, what does an April Blizzard bring? The need for more snow plow blades!! If you find yourself needing more snow plow blades Equipment Blades has you covered! The Race 150 is a great alternative to... [![Dull Blade of the Week - Straight Outta the Excavator Amusement Park](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Dull_Blade_2-3.png)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/dull-blade-of-the-week-straight-outta-the-excavator-amusement-park) ### [Dull Blade of the Week - Straight Outta the Excavator Amusement Park](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/dull-blade-of-the-week-straight-outta-the-excavator-amusement-park) Apr 01, 2019 Brian Hunter In honor of April Fools Day we are going to add some humor to your day! We all have great ideas out on the job site, but these guys put their grand plans into action. We can't say if this is a good idea or bad idea, we will let you decide. Either way, they earned themselves the award this week! via GIPHY This guy had to have the time of his life, but who in their right mind would sign up... [![We Have Your Heavy Equipment Parts On Hand!](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Blades_on_Hand-Jan-22-2024-09-27-33-9914-PM.png)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/we-have-your-heavy-equipment-parts-on-hand) ### [We Have Your Heavy Equipment Parts On Hand!](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/we-have-your-heavy-equipment-parts-on-hand) Mar 18, 2019 Brian Hunter When you need to replace a part, you don't have time to wait. Your operation doesn't run until you fix your equipment. We know you need heavy equipment parts as soon as something wears out; that is why we keep our warehouse fully stocked and your supply needs on hand. From Plow Blades to Bucket Teeth Whether you need to stock up on snow plow blades for the upcoming winter or you need to replace... [![4 Reasons You Will Choose the Sharq P300 Over Other Grader Cutting Edges](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/sharqsavestimeandmoney-3.jpg)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/4-reasons-you-will-choose-the-sharq-p300-over-other-grader-cutting-edges) ### [4 Reasons You Will Choose the Sharq P300 Over Other Grader Cutting Edges](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/4-reasons-you-will-choose-the-sharq-p300-over-other-grader-cutting-edges) Mar 11, 2019 Brian Hunter As an operator or manager, you care about a few things when it comes to cutting edges for graders: how well they will cut, how easy they are to operate, and how well they will fix your roads. If your blade does these things easily, everything else is icing on the cake. Most operators fall in love with the Sharq P300 grader cutting edges and they tell us they won't go back to using any others.... [![Sno Shock... Sno Shock](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/sno-shock) ### [Sno Shock... Sno Shock](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/sno-shock) Mar 04, 2019 Brian Hunter [![A Quick Fix for Overcoming Unnecessary Wear on Your Snow Removal Cutting Edges for Graders](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/quickfixforwearonedges-1-3.png)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/a-quick-fix-for-overcoming-unnecessary-wear-on-your-snow-removal-cutting-edges-for-graders) ### [A Quick Fix for Overcoming Unnecessary Wear on Your Snow Removal Cutting Edges for Graders](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/a-quick-fix-for-overcoming-unnecessary-wear-on-your-snow-removal-cutting-edges-for-graders) Feb 26, 2019 Brian Hunter Use Zero Down Pressure Many snow removal blades work by using heavy downward pressure to scrape the surface. This is undesirable for several reasons. First, it creates a slippery surface for drivers because the pressure of the blade on the snow creates friction which melts the snow and ice, and then it freezes with a smooth surface. We refer to this as the Zamboni effect. The other and quite... [![Take The Edge off Winter!](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/race-test_large-Jan-22-2024-09-27-25-0463-PM.gif)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/take-the-edge-off-winter) ### [Take The Edge off Winter!](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/take-the-edge-off-winter) Feb 18, 2019 Brian Hunter Race 150 The Olofsfors Race 150 has 12" carbide segments encased in vulcanized rubber. This style of blade is one of the most commonly used snow plow blades by DOT's, cities and counties. Numerous benefits including minimized vibration, super quiet, extended wear life by 2-3 times vs. traditional carbides, and cleaner roads. The operators love these carbides! This snow plow is similar to the... [![Grade 9+ Plow Bolts, Nuts, and Washers](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/Plow_Bolts_1-3.png)](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/grade-9-plow-bolts-nuts-and-washers) ### [Grade 9+ Plow Bolts, Nuts, and Washers](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/grade-9-plow-bolts-nuts-and-washers) Jan 30, 2018 Brian Hunter We stock a large inventory of Grade 9+ plow bolts, and nuts. Be confident these bolts will perform as you need them to. Reliability is a given with this quality plow bolt. We offer a wide variety of bolt sizes, which are all available for purchase on our website. Shop All Bolts, Nuts, and Washers These bolts, manufactured by Ajax of Australia, They are designed to hold up and stay secure longer... [![Dull Blade of the Week - Worst Plower in Chicago \[Video\]](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/dull-blade-of-the-week-worst-plower-in-chicago-video) ### [Dull Blade of the Week - Worst Plower in Chicago \[Video\]](https://blog.equipmentblades.com/dull-blade-of-the-week-worst-plower-in-chicago-video) Dec 29, 2017 Brian Hunter The winter season is here, and with it, all of your local hometown heroes (aka street plowers) will soon be out hard at work! If you're going to go out and help the combat the snow. . . make sure you've got four wheel drive! This guy below was certainly trying to do some good work, but might as well have been trying to plow with a car. Serious user error. Shoulda just called out the big guns... 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