Dynamic spreading Automatically adjust your spreading rate based on real-time road conditions with MD30 mobile detector. No driver input needed. Download the Expert Guide Road weather conditions vary. Your spreading rate should too. The winter road maintenance process has traditionally relied on predetermined, fixed material spreading rates based on the weather event. But since road conditions vary so much, even within short distances, fixed-rate applications can be expensive and may lead to excessive amounts of salt in the environment. From fixed rates to dynamic spreading Dynamic spreading is the next evolution for efficient winter road maintenance. Spreader trucks can be made weather-aware with Vaisala Mobile Detector MD30. It provides real-time information about road weather conditions to the spreader control system, allowing the use of adaptive spreading rates. Get started with a free consultation More than just surface temperature Many spreaders already collect surface temperature. However surface temperature alone does not provide enough data for dynamic spreading. Factors like slush, ice, dryness, or water depth affect the application rate. Layer thickness or grip data is also needed for deciding how much treatment material to use. Read the blog Case study: City of Fort Collins Dynamic spreading is an exciting new frontier in winter maintenance operations, and the City of Fort Collins in Colorado, USA, has been at the forefront of exploring this technology.Results:Implemented dynamic spreading based on MD30 grip dataNow spreads 45-55% less salt with the same level of service compared to old, fixed rate spreading practices Watch the Fireside Chat to learn more MD30: World-class data and reliability for dynamic spreading systems As the only mobile device designed and proven for snowplows and dynamic spreading use, MD30 reliably captures critical road state information: road surface state, grip, layer thicknesses, surface temperature and more, all from any vehicle driving the route.MD30 ensures uninterrupted and precise data transmission, leveraging its advanced laser technology and integrated diagnostics for exceptional performance. Learn more 7 reasons MD30 is the industry leader Industry collaboration advances dynamic spreading Vaisala collaborates with many spreader truck manufacturers to integrate MD30 with their dynamic spreading systems. This unrivaled combination results in dramatic reduction in the amount of salt used — even over 50% over an entire winter season. Read the case Resources Product Spotlight Mobile Detector MD30 Product Spotlight Discover the first of its kind: a mobile detector designed specifically for snow plows that provides real-time road conditions anywhere on your network. Download PDF Datasheet Mobile Detector MD30 Datasheet See how the compact MD30 measures all key road weather parameters and is suitable for snow plow trucks and other vehicles. Download PDF Video MD30 Overview Video Watch how the Mobile Detector MD30 helps you monitor your roadways in real-time. Watch video Expert Guide Embrace dynamic spreading now: revolutionize winter road maintenance The winter road maintenance process has traditionally relied on predetermined, fixed material spreading rates based on the weather event. But road conditions can vary significantly — even over short distances. This makes fixed-rate application expensive and leads to excessive amounts of salt in the environment. Download Webinar Fireside Chat: City of Fort Collins and dynamic spreading Dynamic spreading saves material costs, enhances road safety and supports a sustainable approach to winter road maintenance. Access webinar Case Innovation & automation cuts road salt use in half The results of the pilot were astounding: Bucher Assist, integrated with real-time road weather data, cut the use of salt by an average of 53% over one winter. Learn more Customer case Case studies: safer roads with less salt How a road maintenance organization in Iowa, U.S. reduced their salt usage and reaped big benefits Learn more Infographic Dynamic spreading and Mobile Detector MD30 7 reasons why MD30 is the industry leading road condition sensor for dynamic spreading systems Download Infographic Safer Roads, Less Salt Winter road maintenance salt treatment suggestions. Download PDF News article Highways Today: Dynamic Spreading to optimizing Road Safety, Sustainability and Savings When winter weather strikes, road safety takes priority. If not properly treated, icy, snow-covered roads create conditions ripe for increased traffic accidents, injuries and fatalities. Learn more News article American Public Works Association: Revolutionizing winter road maintenance with dynamic spreading What is the next big influence in winter maintenance? Perhaps we can look at the past for innovative programs or technologies that truly changed winter maintenance. Learn more Ready to take your winter road maintenance to the next level? Adopting dynamic spreading and integrating technologies like MD30 can transform how you manage winter road maintenance. You’ll see improvements in road safety and cost management, all while contributing to environmental conservation efforts. Contact us to get started with a free consultation. Contact us
