The following specifications are designed to assist you in acquiring a

FALLS® SDL Series Truck Direct Hydraulic Snow Wing

or its equal. Differences in manufacturing designs are acknowledged. The dimensions within the specifications are intended to indicate the size, type, and quality of unit desired.


Dimensions:
Dimensions:
Overall length shall not exceed_________.

Cutting edge shall be 1/2" x 6" x ________ft. AASHO punched.

Overall height front and rear shall not be less than 30".

Moldboard:
Moldboard:

Moldboard shall be smooth rolled design. Moldboard and moldboard reinforcement shall be constructed of not less than 10 gauge high strength carbon steel A607-50 or equal. Mild steel is not acceptable. Moldboard shall be reinforced across the full length by two (2) double formed box sections ; the one section shall be overlapped by the other and shall be welded together for additional strength. The top flange shall be double formed or otherwise reinforced for rigidity. The discharge end shall be additionally reinforced with 1/2" diameter round bar. The bottom moldboard support structure shall be constructed of not less than 1/2" x 7" high carbon plate, M1044 or equal, ribbed and reinforced at the bolt holes.

Moldboard shall be rolled to a radius of 16-1/2"

Weight of moldboard shall be not less than ________ pounds.

Mounting
Assembly:
Mounting
Assembly:

Pivot bolt shall be not less than 1-3/4" diameter.

All mountings shall be of the heaviest design practical. It is the desire of this specification to reduce the added weight to the vehicle without sacrificing needed strength.

Rear push frame shall be minimum 6" x 4" x 5/16" wall rectangular tubing and shall be designed to attach to both frame rails of the vehicle to more adequately distribute plowing stress.

Wing shall be equipped with one (1) telescoping push bar, minimum 4" diameter, that shall be spring buffered. Buffer spring shall be easily replaceable. Push bar shall have safety shear pin. The included angle of the moldboard shall be 30 degrees at minimum position and shall be adjustable to at least 50 degrees at the extended position.

Rear wing post shall be equipped with a functional wing stop that will not interfere with the normal opening and closing of the passenger side cab door.

Lift
System:

The front wing post vertical beam shall be constructed of 7" x 17.6 lb. Car & Ship Channel, A-36 steel. Vertical mast shall be attached to a cross member of a minimum 7" x 5" x 3/8" wall rectangular tubing. Post shall be equipped with double acting hydraulic cylinder and shall be coupled to slide mechanism. Front lift mechanism shall provide for a minimum 18" lift. Front lift mechanism shall provide minimum of 6" float capability.

Front wing post shall be capable of sideshifting to permit the full tilt of hood. [OPTIONAL: Hydraulic sideshift]

Double-acting hydraulic cylinders for the front and outer lift shall be minimum 3-1/2" diameter with 2" 36 hr. salt spray chrome plated shaft. Cylinders shall be certified to twice (2X) the working pressure of the vehicle on which it is to be installed.

The outer end or heel of the wing shall have a minimum of ________ inches of lift. Heel of wing shall be provided with float capability

Paint:
Paint:

Shall be standard Falls color.
Approved
Models:
Approved
Models:

Approved models are Falls Model____________. Other makes/models must contact office a minimum of two (2) weeks prior to the bid opening date to allow time for approval.
Options:
Options:

Full moldboard trip.

Torsion trip edge.

NitroCush™ hydraulically extendable push bar.

ID &
Warranty:

Unit shall be identified with a metal plate riveted to the moldboard. ID tag shall include model, serial number, and manufacturer. 12 month limited warranty.

 

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