November 24, 2008
A slippery slope
The season has already begun, but salt pricing and availability remains a concern for many snow & ice contractors.
Ariens partners with Iowa students on new invention
Ariens Co. signed a letter of intent to enter into an agreement with two Iowa middle school students to produce and distribute the Mega Melter, an invention they designed as part of the Invent Iowa program.
Thieves make off with salt
Higher prices and lower availability have snow and ice contractors scrambling—unless you can get it for a steal, which someone did in Chicago.
Plow driver helps save woman from burning home
An Ohio snowplow operator jumped into action when he spotted a burning home while plowing his route last week.
Employee input can increase output
Often, business owners are missing a golden opportunity to receive valuable advice from a key company asset--their employees. Asking for input from your employees will improve morale and can be vital to your company's success.
Getting started with credit cards
Accepting credit card payments is one step companies are taking to ensure prompt payment for services. Taking credit cards, according to Brian Roth, of North American Bancard, a private processing company based in Troy, MI, is a benefit to a company's bottom line in this economy.
Snow Warrior Award Nominations Being AcceptedThe Snow & Ice Management Association (SIMA) announced that application packets are now available for the 2009 Snow Warrior Awards. The awards for Excellence in Business, Employee of the Year and Safety will be presented at the 12th Annual Snow & Ice Symposium in Louisville, KY in June 2009. Visit www.sima.org for information.
SIMA Learning Center: De-Icing & Anti-Icing Help
Now that the snow is here, don't forget the resources that can help you manage snow and ice more effectively! Visit the SIMA Learning Center at www.sima.org for detailed de-icing and anti-icing resources.
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