Meltco Premium ice melter, 22.7 kg bag

Meltco Premium ice melter, 22.7 kg (50 lb) bag

This item is available by special order: pickup at Sylprotec or customer-arranged transport. Allow 5 to 7 days for delivery.

Meltco manufacturer code: 40010. The Meltco Premium ice melter clears ice from sidewalks, entrances, outdoor stairs and parking lots down to -25 °C (-13 °F). Enhanced with MCi3 for optimum performance, it is designed for spreading. The manufacturer describes it as 100% natural, gentle on vegetation and safer for concrete, asphalt, sidewalks and pavers, while minimizing corrosion. Its biodegradable green colour indicator shows where the product has been spread. It is sold in a 22.7 kg (50 lb) bag.

Features of the Meltco Premium ice melter

• Effective down to -25 °C (-13 °F).
• Enhanced with MCi3 for optimum performance, ideal for spreading.
• Described by the manufacturer as gentle on vegetation and safer for concrete, asphalt and pavers.
• Minimizes corrosion according to the manufacturer.
• Biodegradable green indicator, no nitrogen or phosphorus added.
• 22.7 kg (50 lb) bag.

Applications of the Meltco Premium ice melter

Janitors, building managers, stores, institutions and snow removal contractors use it on sidewalks, entrances, ramps, parking lots and paved walkways, when the cold exceeds the effective range of salt. On extremely cold days, down to -35 °C, the Firestorm (FIRE20) ice melter takes over.

Meltco Premium ice melter technical specifications

Spreading and storing the Meltco Premium ice melter

Clear the snow, then spread the ice melter in a thin, even layer: the green indicator shows the areas already treated. Follow the directions printed on the bag. Wear gloves and safety glasses when spreading by hand and avoid raising dust. Keep bags closed and dry, in a bin with a lid.

FAQ: Meltco Premium ice melter

Down to what temperature is the Meltco Premium ice melter effective?

It is effective down to -25 °C (-13 °F).

On which surfaces can it be used?

The manufacturer describes it as safer for concrete, asphalt, sidewalks and pavers, and gentle on vegetation. Follow the directions on the bag.

What is the green colour for?

It is a biodegradable indicator that shows the treated surfaces and helps you spread the right amount.

What is the manufacturer model number?

The Meltco model is 40010, in a 22.7 kg (50 lb) bag.

How is the ice melter delivered?

It is available by special order. You pick it up at Sylprotec or arrange the transport yourself. Allow 5 to 7 days for delivery.

Suggestions for de-icing sidewalks and walkways

For the worker who spreads ice melter on sidewalks and walkways, plan for Zenith winter boot grips (VGETZ), Horizon PVC-coated cotton winter gloves (G500), Cee Tec grey polycarbonate safety glasses (YA12E93102) against glare, a fluorescent orange class 2 level 2 traffic vest (VV53) and a black acrylic toque (V306) with Insultech lining. Complete the outfit with the Pioneer waterproof black winter bib overalls (V5042) and the black acrylic single-opening balaclava (V307).

To organize de-icing, keep the ice melter in the RMP 4.24 cu ft salt and sand bin (BRMP424), keep people away from an icy area with red DANGER barricade tape (ECT3RE9), 3 in X 1000 ft, lay the large 3 X 5 ft Zenith rubber outdoor mat (PIZEGD) at the entrance, sweep up residue with the Garant 24 in push broom (JP583) and mark slippery areas with a 28 in orange traffic cone (EPTCONE28).

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