The appliance of science

This article discusses the use of brine spraying on road surfaces in place of rock salt or grit. Brine is effective at removing ice and preventing its formation, as it is already active when it reaches the surface. It can be delivered direct to the problem area with less wastage and run-off. As weather patterns alter, the need for alternative treatments increases, and brine treatment provides the potential for urgent response to changing conditions. As salt usage is lower, the introduction of brine reduces costs and transportation requirements. Multi-action vehicles can be employed, with use of different treatments controlled by the driver. The percentage of salt in a treatment mix can also be altered as needed. The author concludes that versatility is key to efficient road treatment, with pre-wet salt remaining the optimum.

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• Authors:
  • FARROW, N
• Publication Date: 2007-8-30

Language

• English

Media Info

• Pagination: 16-17
• Serial:
  • SURVEYOR
  • Publisher: Hemming Group, Limited
  • ISSN: 0039-6303

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Deicing; Machines; Spreading; Winter maintenance
• Uncontrolled Terms: Efficiency
• ITRD Terms: 2598: Deicing; 5911: Efficiency; 3674: Equipment; 3602: Spreading; 2593: Winter maintenance
• Subject Areas: Maintenance and Preservation; I62: Winter Maintenance;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01102711
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: TRL
• Files: ITRD
• Created Date: Jun 16 2008 8:23AM