In this article, we will go over the importance of Kage’s cutting edge. This feature is much more efficient than a rubber cutting edge, however in some cases one may not be able to use steel so Kage offers a polyurethane option; this is more durable and and effective than a rubber cutting edge. When you’re scraping thick, heavy and solid ice from a street or driveway, you need something that will scrape it off in one pass, not two or three! With the Kage cutting edge, you are sure to save time and money!
A Snow Plow Cutting Edge That Lasts
The cutting edge on a snow blade is the blade’s most common wear item; so it must be tough. Kage’s cutting edge is 5/8ths inch high carbon steel. The bolt pattern is what we call “standard highway punch” so you aren’t locked into purchasing your edges only from Kage. Our cutting edges are also a result of the highway department standards, and will fit up with any standard cutting edge design, available almost anywhere. No-one wants more downtime, so just replace the edge as needed – no need to move, rotate, flip or flop!
The Most Versatile Cutting Edge On The Market
For parking ramps, stamped concrete, pavers and other sensitive surfaces you will want to choose Kage’s long lasting polyurethane cutting edge option. Many contractors also like the poly option because it causes much less damage to turf. Residential customers love the polyurethane edge because it is very quiet as compared to steel. If you choose the polyurethane option, you will receive the necessary longer bolts and metal retention strip.
Advantages of Polyurethane Cutting Edge over Rubber
As we have learned and you know, the Kage steel cutting edges are more efficient than many other cutting edges on the market, however we know that not everyone is able to use the steel cutting edge because of either the customer requests or requirements. So what are the advantages of a poly cutting edge over a rubber cutting edge?
Poly can expand your customer base. Many plowing contracts may specify that steel cutting edges cannot be used. If you limit yourself to only using steel edges you could lose out on potential business because of the demand for contractors to use either rubber or poly cutting edges; often times, property managers or individuals may require the use of a poly cutting edge.
Another advantage to the poly option is that this cutting edge is much quieter than a steel edge. Apartment complexes, hospitals and those on your early morning routes appreciate the quieter poly cutting edge. In wet and slushy snow events, a poly cutting edge also offers a squeegee effect and performance is maximized when plowing fresh snow or slushy conditions.
Lastly, if you are not able to use a steel cutting edge, the poly option is superior to the rubber cutting edge option because it reduces obstacle impact while still being able to withstand the bumps and dings the cutting edge will experience. In the event you hit a hidden obstacle the poly edge acts like an extra cushion with the normal blade trip; that means less impact on you and your equipment!
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