Back dragging reduces cutting edge life by causing it to break before it wears down.<\/p>\n
Buckets last longer if the operator minimizes the amount of pressure applied when the bucket is engaged with the ground.<\/p>\n
Blades wear faster in wet conditions.<\/p>\n
Corner guards increase the bucket’s strength. Not using corner guards can cause premature wear.<\/p>\n
More powerful machines can use thicker edges, and, in most cases, they should.<\/p>\n
The leading bevel on double bevel curved blades wears out quickly, turning it into a single bevel curved blade. Single bevel curved blades last longer and are more cost effective.<\/p>\n
Loose bolts and nuts cause the cutting edge to be loose on the moldboard, which can lead to breakage. Use Grade 8 bolts or higher; lower quality may stretch and loosen.<\/p>\n
Flipping the blade regularly can double the blade life. The flipping interval depends upon what type of material it’s used for, and the application.<\/p>\n
The steel in carbide snow plow blades can corrode, causing the carbide inserts to fall out.<\/p>\n
The base edge is the primary support for the bucket system, while the primary engagement edge should be the bolt-on cutting edge. If the base edge is worn out, the bucket is not as stable.<\/p>\n
Increase the life of the bucket and cutting edge by replacing wear plates regularly.<\/p>\n
Loose cutting edges can easily be damaged and may fall off and damage surrounding equipment.<\/p>\n