Commercial Snow Removal 101: How and Why to Pretreat Your Parking Lots
Pretreating a commercial parking lot before a storm uses 75% less salt than post-storm deicing. Here's how to do it right — and when anti-icing alone isn't enough.
Building a Snow-Site Engineering Plan For Your Facility
A snow-site engineering plan maps out exactly where to plow, where to pile snow, what areas to keep clear at all times, and how to prioritize removal during major events. This guide covers the cor...
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Most facility managers can calculate their standard winter costs, but several hidden expenses catch even experienced teams off-guard. HeatTrak CEO Hillel Glazer's Facility Executive article covers...
Wheelchairs and Snow Removal: What You Need to Know
Traveling from place to place during the winter season is difficult for everyone, but those who rely on a wheelchair to get around have additional challenges due to traction problems and the lack o...
How to Choose a Commercial Snow Removal Contractor
Quick Answer When selecting a commercial snow removal contractor, evaluate: liability and insurance (general liability, workers' comp, commercial auto; additional insured status); pricing s...
The Facility Manager’s Back to School Checklist
When students return in fall, facility managers face a compressed window to prepare grounds, buildings, and systems for winter. This 15-point back-to-school checklist covers ADA compliance, turf c...
Snow Melting Mats a Creative Solution to Snow and Ice Buildup at Minot Air Force Base
Quick Answer Minot Air Force Base in North Dakota, 5,500 personnel, 47 inches of average annual snowfall, temperatures routinely in the single digits, switched from salt and chemical deicer...
Six Insurance Lessons For Facility Managers from Last Winter
Quick Answer The six most important winter insurance lessons for facility managers: (1) verify your snow contractor's coverage before you sign; (2) monitor rooftops proactively during back-...
Will Your Ice & Snow Removal Plan Stand Up to Old Man Winter?
Unpredictable winter weather — storms arriving earlier and lasting longer as global weather patterns shift — is putting commercial snow removal plans under increasing pressure. Will Your Ice & ...
Slips and Falls, OSHA, and Your Facility
Quick Answer OSHA's General Duty Clause requires facilities to be free of serious recognized hazards, and icy, snowy walkways qualify. A single employee complaint about unsafe winter walkway con...
Comparing HeatTrak PRO Snow and Ice Melting Mats to Ice Salt
For businesses, facilities, and industrial settings, managing snow and ice is more than just a winter nuisance—it’s a critical safety and operational concern. The choice between HeatTrak PRO Snow a...
10 Essential Steps to Storm-Proof Your Business This Winter
Protect your business from winter storms with 10 practical steps to ensure safety, minimize downtime, and prevent costly damage.
How to Winterize Your Business Like a PRO
Learn how to winterize your business with these essential tips for safety and efficiency. Protect your property and people this winter.
How Much Time Do Snow Melting Mats Save Your Business?
Tired of snow removal taking up valuable time at your facility? Discover how HeatTrak PRO Snow & Ice Melting Mats can reduce the need for manual labor and costly services, while keeping your p...
Sidewalk Salt: How Effective Is It for Businesses?
Managing winter conditions often involves using sidewalk salt, but its effectiveness comes with environmental and economic trade-offs. Explore the benefits and drawbacks of sidewalk salt and c...