Deicer Impact on the Environment
An explanation of deicer environmental impact and how to reduce negative effects...
How Closed Roads Affect the Economy
A look at the economic and safety benefits of keeping roads open during the winter..
Granular Deicer Gradation
High performing deicers use a mix of different size granules to melt ice and snow..
How Deicer Handling Affects Performance
How you store, formulate, and mix deicers affects how well they work both in your equipment and on the road surface...
Solar Properties of Ice Melt
How does ice melt work with the sun and why does color matter?..
Winter Tires vs. All Season Tires
A look into the difference tire choices for winter and how to care for tires during the off season..
How to Use the Right Amount of Deicer
It’s not easy to weigh all of the dynamic factors of the road to determine how much deicer to use, so let’s go over some basic guidelines...
FAQ About Pre-wetting Deicer
Frequently asked questions about pre-wetting deicer..
Balancing Public Safety With Environmental Safety
How to keep drivers safe during the winter without harming the environment..
Top 15 Things to Prepare Your Home For Winter
Top 15 things to prepare your home for winter..
Which Deicing Ingredients Affect Algae Growth?
What are harmful algae blooms, what causes them, and which deicing ingredients lead to nutrient pollution?..
When to Fill Your Shed
A recommended time frame for purchasing and storing deicer for the winter..
How to Know if Products are Really Made in the USA?
Why buy Made in the USA products, how can you tell if a product is Made in the USA..
Snow Plow Maintenance: Off Season Tips
How to prepare snowplows for the offseason..
How to Store Leftover Ice Melt Products
What to do with leftover ice melt product during the summer..
Cleaning Up Road Aggregates After Winter: What's The Cost?
A look at the cost of cleaning aggregates off the road after the winter..
Winter Road Treatments and Waterway Health
How do winter road aggregates like sand and gravel affect waterways..
Road Condition Sensors
Road surface temperature sensors save lives and money..
Which Deicers Are Safe For Children and Pets?
A look at which deicers are safe for children and pets..
Black Ice Driving Tips
How to drive on black ice..
How To Stay Ahead Of Winter Storms
Steps to take when a winter storm is about to hit..
New Driver's Guide For Winter
Winter safety tips for new drivers..
Is Ice Slicer® Safe for the Environment?
We often get asked “is Ice Slicer® safe for the environment?” We are proud to answer that Ice Slicer® is committed to environmentally sustainable road treatment products and practices. Let us show.....
How Do Deicers Affect Biochemical Oxygen Demand?
An exploration into biochemical oxygen demand and how deicers affect the health of our waterways..
Snow Plow Route Optimization
What is route optimization and how can it help snow fighting crews?..
Do Deicers Damage Concrete?
A little science lesson on how ice melt interacts with concrete..
How do Snow Fences Work?
How to prevent snow drifts from forming on roadways..
How to Use Ice Melt Responsibly
A look into how and when to use ice melt around your home..
The Chemistry of Deicing: How Does Ice Melt Work?
A look into the chemistry behind deicing materials...
Ice Slicer® Is A Redmond Product
Ice Slicer is a Redmond Product..
Chloride Spotlight: What is Magnesium Chloride?
What is magnesium chloride, what is it used for, and how does it work?..
What is Eutectic Temperature?
What is eutectic temperature and how does it differ from practical temperature?..
Is Ice Melting Exothermic or Endothermic?
The difference between endothermic and exothermic reactions..
What is the Best Value Ice Melt?
Which ice melt gives you the most melting power for the least amount of money? Here we will compare application rates of 2 common ice melt products and see how they stack up against Ice Slicer.....
Ice Melt And Landscaping
How to use ice melt without killing your spring garden..
Safe Choice with Taxpayer Dollars
How to wisely use taxpayer dollars to keep winter roads safe..
What is a Polar Vortex?
What is a polar vortex and what does it mean for you, your home, and your drive?..
What Should a Deicer Do?
An effective deicer should possess many important qualities to ensure it is working hard to quickly restore long lasting road safety...
Electric Vehicle (EV) Winter Driving Tips
Tips for driving and heating an Electric Vehicle (EV) in the winter..
Why Do Snow fighters Prefer Ice Slicer®?
Why do snow fighters prefer to use Ice Slicer on the roads?..
Understanding Friction Testing
Friction testing is a crucial step in evaluating deicers...
Chloride Spotlight: What is Potassium Chloride?
What is potassium chloride, what is it used for and how does it help melt ice and snow?..
What is the difference between anti-icers and deicers?
A look at the differences between granular deicers, liquid anti-icers, and aggregates...
What Does La Niña Winter Mean?
What does La Niña winter mean for roads, homes, and businesses?..
Windshield Test: Ice Slicer vs. Gravel
Loose road gravel cracks lots of windshields. Ice Slicer is a safe alternative to gravel, actually melts ice and snow, and won't destroy your windshield!..
What Are Complex Chlorides And Why Do They Matter?
What are complex chlorides and why do they matter..
How to Choose Product Based on Storm Conditions
How to pick the right road treatment for different winter storm conditions..
Tips for Driving in the Snow
Tips on how to safely drive in the ice and snow..
Chloride Spotlight: What is Calcium Chloride?
What is calcium chloride, its uses, and how does it work for deicing?..
How to Drive Safely Around Snow Plows: Essential Winter Driving Tips
Helpful tips to improve safety when driving near snow plows..
Chloride Spotlight: What is Sodium Chloride?
The physical and chemical properties of sodium chloride, its uses, and why it works so well as a deicing ingredient..
Granular Deicer: What Makes Ice Slicer Unique
Ice Slicer is a chemically and physically unique granular deicer..
Not All Salt Is Created Equal
Not all salt is created equal; Remond's Ice Slicer has been given every benefit from Mother Nature to outperform other road salts...
Snow Fighting Sheds: Protecting Air Quality
How snow fighting fleets and shed managers can protect air quality..
Reducing Corrosion From Winter Road Treatments
How to reduce corrosion and restore winter road safety..
Hypothermia And Frostbite
How to prevent, recognize, and treat hypothermia and frostbite..
Micro-climates
What are microclimates and how do they affect winter road management?..
Green Power Partnership
What is Green Power and how does Ice Slicer and Redmond Minerals uses green power sources..
What Does OMRI Listed® Mean?
An explanation of OMRI Listing and Ice Slicer's environmental credentials..
Slip and Fall Liability: How to Prepare and Protect
Background on slip and fall liability for home owners and business owners..
Mined Vs. Evaporated Deicing Salt
A comparison of mined vs. evaporative deicing salt..
What Is Leaching From Your Deicer?
What is leaching out of your deicing product..
The Cost of A Car Accident
How expensive are car crashes and the breakdown of car accident costs..
Winter Vehicle Safety Kit: Top 14 Must Have Items
Top 14 must have items for your winter car safety kit...
Preventing Winter Slip and Fall Accidents at Home and Work
Tips on how to prevent winter slips and falls at work and at home..
Residential Ice Melt Comparison
A look at the necessary qualities of residential ice melt..
Which Snow Shovel Should I Buy?
What to look for when buying a snow shovel..
How to Shovel Snow: Tips and Strategies for a Successful Winter
Snow shoveling tips from Ice Slicer..
PM 2.5 vs PM 10: Understanding Particle Air Pollution
Exploring the difference between PM 2.5 and PM 10 air pollution particles and how to help improve winter air quality...
How Do Snow Fighters Save Lives?
A look at how snow fighters keep the public safe all winter long...
True Cost of Winter Maintenance
Many look at the cost of deicing product as their primary cost in winter maintenance; however, there are many direct and indirect costs that affect budgets..
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