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The following specifications are designed to assist you in acquiring a 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. Snow plow shall be latest design and model. Materials used shall be top grade to insure quality. |
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Dimensions:
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Cutting width to be not less than____________. Overall width to be not greater than______________. Nose height to be not less than_____________. Discharge height to be not less than_____________. Total weight shall not be less than_______________ pounds. |
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Moldboard:
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Moldboard shall be smooth rolled design. Moldboard shall beconstructed of not less than _______ga./in. high strength carbon steel, A607 Grade 50 or equal. Mild steel is not acceptable. Moldboard wings shall be reinforced with double formed box section ribs. The top and outer edges of the moldboard shall be flanged for greater rigidity. Bottom moldboard support shall be not less than 1/2" x 7" high carbon plate, M1044 or equal, ribbed and reinforced between the bolt holes. |
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Mount
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V-plow shall incorporate a free floating oscillating feature to allow the plow to follow the changing road contours. This feature shall not be sacrificed if plow is equipped with any quick coupler. |
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Cutting
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Cutting edges shall be two (2) 1/2" x 6" x ____ ft. with replaceable nose bit. Cutting edges shall be AASHO punched. Edges are to be double beveled curve with bolt holes countersunk on the reverse side. The included angle of the cutting edges shall not be greater than 90 degrees. The angle of the cutting edge to the ground shall be not less than 30 degrees. |
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Shoes:
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V-plow shall be equipped with three (3) screw adjustable, oscillating shoes. Shoes shall be 1" x 6" x 20" and shall be C1090 or equal. Shoes shall be adjustable without the use of tools. The front or nose shoe shall be capable of being adjusted from the back of the V-plow. |
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Options:
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Moldboard shall be equipped with spring loaded snow deflectors. |
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Paint: |
Shall be standard Falls color. |
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ID
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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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Approved
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Approved models include: 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. |
