http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness Snow Business Magazine 2008-09-06T03:59:16Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Damage-control-Manage-risks-and-payouts/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/543490?ref=25 Snow and ice management takes its toll on a property throughout the winter; and when the snow melts and spring arrives, so does the evidence? busted curbs, damaged trees, dented light poles and more. 2008-08-20T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/342008/543490null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/The-Scoop-on--Sunshine-Grounds-Care/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/543489?ref=25 Snow Business editors catch up with Peter van Stralen, president and CEO of Caledon-Ontario-based Sunshine Grounds Care, to talk about how 10 brothers came together to create a successful, franchised organization. 2008-08-20T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/342008/543489null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Secrets-of-survival/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/544741?ref=25 Don't let an economic slowdown slow your business down 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/544741null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Columnist/Insurance-Are-you-coverd/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/544740?ref=25 Make sure coverage is comprehensive and addresses all your snow & ice management needs 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/544740null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/To-market-to-market/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546082?ref=25 Open the door to new clients with focused initiatives 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546082null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Seal-the-deal/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546086?ref=25 A professional proposal can help improve a team's close ratio 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546086null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Pro-Tech-Manufacturing/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546098?ref=25 Pro-Tech Manufacturing & Distribution 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546098null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/The-Dow-Chemical-Company/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546094?ref=25 Product focus: Dow Calcium Chloride ice-melt products work faster, melting and penetrating at lower temperatures than competing materials. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546094null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/SIMA+news/SIMA-Update/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546076?ref=25 SIMA honors Snow Warriors in Buffalo 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546076null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Fisher-Engineering/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546095?ref=25 Product focus: Dedication to quality and service has been a Fisher® tradition from the start. Fisher Engineering has been manufacturing snowplows for 60 years in the coastal city of Rockland, ME. Through the years, its plows have earned a solid reputation for reliability and strength—especially among commercial snowplowers. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546095null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Get-more-bang-for-your-truck/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546085?ref=25 Aftermarket accessories can boost performance and reduce fuel costs 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546085null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Curtis-Industries/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546093?ref=25 Product focus: Curtis Industries, LLC is a designer and manufacturer of Sno-Pro® snow & ice equipment including snowplows for pickup trucks, tractors and skid-steer loaders. We also offer a full line of salt and sand spreaders 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546093null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/BridgestoneCrewTracker-Software/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546077?ref=25 Company focus,Product focus: n Bridgestone Rubber Tracks for Track Loaders,Bridgestone Rubber Tracks for Mini-Excavators 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546077null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Blizzard-Snowplows/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546089?ref=25 Product focus: Blizzard® is dedicated to providing the most innovative, highly productive snow removal equipment available. It pioneered the expanding moldboard technology and today manufactures and markets a full line of innovative snowplows. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546089null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Meyer-Products/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546097?ref=25 Product focus: Meyer Products is a leading manufacturer of highly reliable snow and ice control systems. Meyer’s product innovations and industry knowledge have been making transportation in America safer and more convenient since the day we invented snowplows over 80 years ago. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546097null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Hiniker-Company/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546096?ref=25 Company focus: The comprehensive line of Hiniker snowplows is designed primarily for commercial plowers. Innovative designs such as the Hiniker C-Plow and the Hiniker Scoop Plow enable the professional plow operator to move snow more efficiently, resulting in faster job completion and greater profitability. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546096null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/The-Boss-Snowplow/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546091?ref=25 Product focus: Since 1985, THE BOSS Snowplow has made snowplowing efficient and easy with innovative products for professionals and homeowners that set new industry standards for quality, reliability, craftsmanship and performance. Northern Star Industries, Inc. acquired The BOSS Snowplow 23 years ago and quickly became an industry leader and innovator. Using new technology and state-of-the-art engineering, the company has pioneered a number of revolutionary features and equipment additions for snowplows, setting new standards within the industry. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546091null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Western/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546101?ref=25 Product focus: For 58 years, Western® snowplows have been the choice of the professional plower. With the latest product line additions, that tradition is sure to continue. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546101null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section%2Fcolumnist/Process-control/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546084?ref=25 Effective time/task management systems allow owners to maximize resources 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546084null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Salt-of-the-earth/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546083?ref=25 Manage supply, develop relationships to avoid mid-season shortages 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546083null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Helping-Hands/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546080?ref=25 As Paul Fulmore, CSP, lay dying, his friends and competitors stepped up and saved his business 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546080null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/SNI-SolutionsTrynEx/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546079?ref=25 Product focus,Manufacturing facilities,Major product lines 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546079null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Columnist/Commodities-Control/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/544764?ref=25 S 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/544764null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Cover-All/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546092?ref=25 Cover-All Building Systems 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546092null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Embrace-the-fun-in-snow/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546087?ref=25 Challenging your team to set goals is a win-win for all 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546087null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Taconic-Maintenance/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546099?ref=25 Company focus: Taconic Maintenance, Inc. is the national distributor of Magic Salt. Through its established network of dealers, Taconic has given snow contractors and property managers an ice melting product that provides them with several benefits. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546099null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Arctic-Snow-amp-Ice/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546088?ref=25 Product focus: The Sectional Sno-Plow for wheel loaders and skid steers offers state-of-the-art snow and icescraping technology. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546088null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Ventrac/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546100?ref=25 Ventrac by Venture Products 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546100null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/Kage-InnovationsRich-Arlington/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/546078?ref=25 Product focus,Mission statement,Company focus,Services. 2008-08-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/352008/546078null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/SIMA-honors-its-Snow-Warriors/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/525079?ref=25 SIMA honored the association?s best during a sold-out Awards Banquet at the most well-attended Symposium in SIMA history with more than 1,000 registered attendees. 2008-06-20T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/252008/525079null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/SNOW-amp-ICE-SYMPOSIUM-COVERAGE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/525285?ref=25 Chris James, CSP, mingles with members of the Buffalo Jills--cheerleaders for the hometown Buffalo Bills--during the Welcome Bash at the 11th annual SIMA Snow & Ice Symposium. See More. 2008-06-20T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/252008/525285null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Mark-Mayberry-adds-Shazzam-to-opening-day/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/525078?ref=25 Keynote speaker offers tips on building the dream workforce 2008-06-20T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/252008/525078null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Breaking+News/SIMA-elects-new-leadership-at-Symposium/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/525077?ref=25 Larry Dail, CSP, elected new board president; officers, directors also approved 2008-06-20T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/252008/525077null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Businss+Matters/Add-ons-Weigh-the-risks-vs-the-rewards/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/521448?ref=25 Doug Freer lists the questions you need to ask when weighing whether to add services to your snow & ice management operation. 2008-06-02T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/232008/521448null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/2008-winter-highlights/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/521454?ref=25 Frank Lombard recaps the highlights of the 2007-08 winter 2008-06-02T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/232008/521454null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Guiding+Growth/Stay-Connected-Engage-Customers-with-off-season-si/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/521010?ref=25 We all know that increased customer satisfaction leads to higher retention rates, which leads to higher profits. So, what can we do in the off-season to improve customer satisfaction? 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/232008/521010null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/A-season-of-extremes/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/522708?ref=25 Last winter wouldn't quit for some and never quite got started for others 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/242008/522708null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Keep+Thinking/Did-the-Salt-shortage-dash-your-season/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/521008?ref=25 Consider these techniques so you don't get burned again 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/232008/521008null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Legal+Savvy/Detailed-sub-management-protects-your-business/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/521009?ref=25 10 rules for managing subcontractors 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/232008/521009null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/SIMA+news/SIMA-Update/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/522031?ref=25 The latest news from the Snow & Ice Management Association 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/232008/522031null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/One-Tough-Customer/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/521006?ref=25 Learning to assuage clients who are more demanding, more educated and in search of perfection can set you apart 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/232008/521006null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/To-do-list/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/521005?ref=25 The Snow Business Editorial Advisory Board tackles the tasks snow ice pros should be working on in the coming months 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/232008/521005null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/A-Fresh-Start/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/522033?ref=25 Bob Smart, CSP, rises from the ashes of a failed business relationship to begin again 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/232008/522033null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Business+Matters/Does-Adding-on-Add-up/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/522707?ref=25 Deciding to add services requires careful thought and business analysis 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/242008/522707null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Marketing+Edge/Youve-got-mail/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/522032?ref=25 How to make the most of an e-campaign 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/232008/522032null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/State-of-the-Industry-2008/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/521393?ref=25 Snow and sales pile up, salt supplies decimated thanks to a wicked winter 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/232008/521393null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Best-Show-in-Snow-returns-to-Buffalo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/521007?ref=25 Preview of the Snow & Ice Symposium 2008-05-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/232008/521007null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/SIMA+news/SIMAs-Snow-amp-Ice-Symposium-The-hottest-show-in-s/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506991?ref=25 The Snow & Ice Management Association is bringing the hottest show in snow to Buffalo, NY, in June. Register now! 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/142008/506991null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/The-Scoop--on-Case-Companies/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506985?ref=25 Snow Business editors catch up with Jason Case, vice president of North Attleboro-MA-based Case Companies, to talk about the highs and lows of the snow and ice management industry and how the company is going and growing strong. Click HERE to complete the professional profile questionnaire ? you just might be featured in an upcoming issue of The Scoop! 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/142008/506985null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Wicked-winter-put-big-dent-in-salt-supply/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506987?ref=25 Above-average snowfall in the Northeast, Midwest and Canada did a number on many snow & ice professionals? salt supplies this winter. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/142008/506987null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Special+Section/State-of-the-Industry-survey-is-online-now/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/506990?ref=25 Share your experiences from the 2007-08 snow season by participating in the annual State of the Industry survey, sponsored by Caterpillar. 2008-04-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/142008/506990null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/SIMA+news/SIMA-goes-to-court/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494218?ref=25 Legal matters the focus of SIMA's upcoming regional training session 2008-02-26T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/092008/494218null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Breaking+News/Heavy-snow-leads-to-salt-shortages/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494219?ref=25 Canada, Midwest and Northeast snow professionals reporting limited availability 2008-02-25T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/092008/494219null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Breaking+News/SIMA-Webinar-Tackles-Use-of-Liquid-De-Icers/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/494224?ref=25 Register now for March 19 event 2008-02-25T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/092008/494224null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Business+Matters/Is-your-message-on-target/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500037?ref=25 Managing your customer relationships to better identify their needs can lead to more efficient sales 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/102008/500037null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Guiding+Growth/Create-a-reinvestment-plan/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500042?ref=25 Have a strategic and financial plan to determine when to reinvest in the business or when to take a payout 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/102008/500042null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Legal+Savvy/Voicing-concerns/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500041?ref=25 Property managers sound off on snow & ice needs 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/102008/500041null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/SIMA+news/SIMA-Update/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500035?ref=25 Registration opens for Snow & Ice Symposium 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/102008/500035null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Zero-Tolerance-for-Bad-Bosses/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500038?ref=25 Learning to be a good leader will help your business succeed? Ask yourself: Would you work for you? 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/102008/500038null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Keep+Thinking/The-match-game/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500044?ref=25 How to choose the right equipment to meet your needs 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/102008/500044null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Product-Spotlight/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500385?ref=25 Big plows 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/102008/500385null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Making-the-Grade/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500382?ref=25 The University of Buffalo grounds crew tries to stay ahead of the snowfall, but sometimes Lake Erie has its own ideas 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/102008/500382null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Go-Big-or-Go-Home/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500384?ref=25 The GroundsKeeper Inc.'s team tackles sites with big equipment 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/102008/500384null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Marketing+Edge/Know-your-Cyber-World/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500036?ref=25 Blogs, news alerts and discussion forums help you keep an eye on your industry, competition 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/102008/500036null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/To-do-list/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500040?ref=25 Tasks for February-May to keep your snow operations running smoothly 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/102008/500040null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Bulletproof-your-bottom-line/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500043?ref=25 Eight steps to help smooth the reoad to a consistently healthy bottom line 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/102008/500043null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Working+Smarter/Finishing-Strong/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/500052?ref=25 As winter winds down, five tips to prepare your company for the stretch run 2008-02-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/102008/500052null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Advertising/Snow-Business-2008-Media-Guide/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/482300?ref=25 Snow Business 2008 Media Guide 2008-01-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/022008/482300null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Products/Products-Small-amp-medium-size-plows/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/483374?ref=25 ATV-friendly Agri-Cover Inc. introduces the Snow-Sport all-terrain plow, designed specifically for ATVs, UTVs and zero-turn mowers. 2007-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/022008/483374null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Guiding+Growth/How-do-you-measure-up/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/482190?ref=25 Track market-based metrics to improve business performance 2007-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/022008/482190null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Working+Smarter/Dont-survive-THRIVE/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/482191?ref=25 Define the specific results you want from your company, take dynamic action and enjoy the rewards of a culture of well-being and energy 2007-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/022008/482191null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Business+Matters/Web-master-or-web-disaster/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/482189?ref=25 Proper design, content and customer interaction will make or break your Internet presence 2007-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/022008/482189null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/SIMA+news/SIMA-Update/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/483373?ref=25 The latest news from the Snow & Ice Management Association 2007-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/022008/483373null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Raising-the-Bar/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/483375?ref=25 Diane Stewart, CSP, combines old-fashioned pride and professionalism with lean mangement and new technology to forge a successful path 2007-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/022008/483375null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Relieving-the-Pressure/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/482193?ref=25 The stress of owning a business can be fatal unless you know the warning signs and how to manage them 2007-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/022008/482193null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Employee-Checkup/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/482194?ref=25 Wellness programs can keep your workers and your business happy and healthy 2007-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/022008/482194null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Legal+Savvy/Damage-Control/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/482192?ref=25 Employee lawsuits can cost your company; know your rights and theirs to avoid trouble 2007-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/022008/482192null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Products/Products-Storage-solutions/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/482195?ref=25 Cover-All's Titan buildings offer strength and durability in a massive clear-span space, and range in width from 40 to 160 ft. 2007-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/022008/482195null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Keep+Thinking/Safety-first/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/482196?ref=25 Comprehensive reviews, feedback and improvements can eliminate future problems 2007-12-01T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/022008/482196null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Tis-the-Season-for-Safety/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/476623?ref=25 Snow is starting, don't stop training 2007-11-30T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/482007/476623null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Technology/How-Low-Can-You-Go/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/476632?ref=25 Snow Dragon snowmelter tests at -70? at Eglin AFB in Florida 2007-11-30T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/482007/476632null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/The-Scoop-on-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/476628?ref=25 Brent Ayles, Vice President, Ayles Natural Landscaping Ltd., Riverview, New Brunswick Canada 2007-11-30T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/482007/476628null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Products/Hot-product-THE-BOSS-POWER-V-XT/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/476633?ref=25 THE BOSS? Power-V XT is a new multi-position snowplow with a 37-in. flared blade wing to throw snow farther and higher. 2007-11-30T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/482007/476633null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/SIMA+news/SIMA-prepares-to-storm-Buffalo/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/476634?ref=25 Plans under way for the 11th Annual Snow & Ice Symposium -- book your hotel now 2007-11-30T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/482007/476634null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Filling-the-shoes-of-a-Big-Man/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/475089?ref=25 Jennifer Arlington hopes to follow in her father's footsteps 2007-11-27T05:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/482007/475089null HTML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Pricing-for-Ice/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/473363?ref=25 Wouldn't it be great if after every snowstorm there was a large scale in the parking lot so that you could weigh the mounds of snow and ice you just plowed and then bill your client accordingly? This would be a perfect and equitable solution that takes into consideration nearly all precipitation types (dry snow, sleet, wet snow or ice) or any combination. After all, the cost of many other products purchased by consumers and businesses are directly related to the quantity purchased. The prices of ground meat, diamond rings or even gold are all sold by weight. Why not snow and ice? 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/462007/473363null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Products/Products-Spreaders/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/474199?ref=25 Ice control efficiency Blizzard Snowplows? versatile LP-8 spreader features a low-profile design for better rear visibility and an 8-cu.-ft. capacity to hold up to 400 lbs. of deicing material. Built for top performance, the low-profile LP-8 is simple to use and easy to transport and store. It features variable speed control, a 1/3-hp, 12-volt motor that is protected from rust and corrosion, and a standard receiver hitch mount for use with a Class IV trailer hitch. 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/472007/474199null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Family-Affair/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/474196?ref=25 Rich Arlington, CSP & CLP, and Crystal Arlington, CSP, are building their companies for the next generation 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/472007/474196null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Salts-Lasting-ImpactNo-Silver-Bullet/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/474206?ref=25 What does fishing, swimming, the finest beer and snowplowing have in common? The answer, of course, is you. Those of you who are snow fighters rank as the most important people in creating safe roads, parking lots and sidewalks. But you are also the most important people in protecting our lakes, rivers and drinking water. Those whose jobs touch the surface of the earth, like snow and ice management professionals, determine what ends up in our lakes and rivers since all land, including every road, parking lot and sidewalk, drain to a lake or river somewhere. 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/472007/474206null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Keep+Thinking/For-the-Record-What-to-keep-and-why/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/474200?ref=25 Record keeping is rarely the favorite task of working crews who have enough to do without filling out forms. With that said, it is necessary to keep some record of actions taken, when it is taken and the results. The extent of the records will vary with the needs of the service provider, but having complete records allows for evaluation, learning from experience, and modifying operations based on that experience. 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/472007/474200null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Pricing-for-Ice/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/474201?ref=25 Pricing for Ice 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/472007/474201null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Tech+Talk/Winging-it/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/473369?ref=25 Not since the advent of the V-Plow has the snow industry seen such category-defining plow technology as that of the expandable-wing snowplow. With a hydraulically extending moldboard that offers a variety of blade positions, expandable-wing plows provide efficiency and versatility. 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/462007/473369null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Business+Matters/Develop-an-emergency-mindset/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/473365?ref=25 Providing snow services is a demanding profession. Lulls during the winter are punctuated with bursts of Mother Nature's worst weather, creating storm events ranging in intensity and duration that can make many seasoned veterans reconsider their choice to work in this industry. It's a wonder that with long hours away from the family, bone-chilling temperatures and often thankless customers, we choose to be in this profession. For each of us the motivation to keep going is different. Regardless, we share a commonality that underscores the importance of the industry we have chosen. 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/462007/473365null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Costly-Lessons-Learned/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/473364?ref=25 Bob St. Jacques, owner of Four Seasons Landscaping in Windsor, CT, was among the many contractors in the Northeast hit hard by the Valentine's Day and St. Patrick's Day storms. Nearly eight months later, Four Seasons is still dealing with the storms' aftermath. 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/462007/473364null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Products/Product-Focus-Business-ManagementWeather-Software/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/474205?ref=25 Accurate forecasts Plan your operations and schedule to mitigate your costs with AccuWeather Snow Warning Service. Benefits include pinpoint local forecasts and warnings; meteorologists who monitor your area 24x7; and Storm Damage Reports that offer detailed summaries of severe thunderstorm, tornado, hail and wind damage. Paging and faxing services are available as part of your customized program. 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/472007/474205null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Legal+Savvy/Best-Practices-When-things-go-wrong/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/473367?ref=25 For a couple of years, I have been offering advice on how best to operate your snow and ice management company profitably and efficiently, while avoiding legal claims. It is, however, almost inevitable that as your company grows, you will see a legal claim. Below is a discussion of the most frequent claims faced by my clients, and my recommendations for avoiding or dealing with them. 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/462007/473367null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Snow+Bursts/Pricing-is-down-/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/473360?ref=25 Prices in my market are going down. How do I stay in business? 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/462007/473360null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/Trick-my-Truck/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/473368?ref=25 As vocational trucks continue to grow in complexity and sophistication, companies are under increasing pressure to maximize their vehicle investments. This process should start well before a new work truck is ordered. No longer is it prudent just to buy what you've always bought. To keep your vehicle maintenance and operation costs down, you need to do some homework before making another call to your truck dealer. 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/462007/473368null XML http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/feature/From-Baby-to-Boss/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/474198?ref=25 Examine how the relationship can change to include the wisdom of the older generation without getting in the way of advancement for the newer generation. 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/472007/474198null PDF http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/Marketing+Edge/ROI-Marketing-Are-you-measuring-more-than-snow/ArticleStandard/Article/detail/473361?ref=25 Did you make more than one dollar in snow-related income for every marketing dollar you spent last year? Do you know how much sales revenue you will generate this year from your marketing tools? I am often amazed at the number of business owners who don't know the answer to these simple questions. Even more surprising is how little they hold their sales and marketing staff accountable for measured results. 2007-11-01T04:00:00Z http://www.snowbusiness.net/snowbusiness/data/articlestandard/snowbusiness/462007/473361null XML