The challenge
During the winter season, contractor Solumera frequently uses road salt, which is typically supplied in big bags. However, the volume of these big bags exceeds the capacity of the smaller salt spreaders they use. This made filling the spreader a difficult task: improvising, spilling, and wasted time were common.
In addition, the salt had to be stored safely and dry, preferably outside.
Our solution: the FlowBox
To improve this process, Solumera tested our FlowBox — a compact, robust intermediate unit specially developed for easy dosing and storage of bulk products.
Key benefits of the FlowBox
• Integrated dosing slide
The FlowBox makes metering road salt easy and controlled. The operator controls exactly how much salt is released from the big bag, ensuring the spreader never overfills and making the entire process safer.
• Ideal for small spreaders
Big bags can be completely emptied into the FlowBox, after which the spreader fills smoothly and precisely. This saves time and eliminates heavy manual labor.
• Stackable storage
The FlowBoxes are stackable, making road salt storage much more efficient. The units take up less space and provide a neat, organized storage area.
• Protective lid
Each FlowBox comes with a sturdy lid. This keeps the road salt dry during outdoor storage and prevents it from clumping due to rain or moisture.
The result for Solumera
Thanks to the FlowBox, Solumera Contracting now works:
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faster and more accurate when filling spreaders
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safer and cleaner, without spills or dust formation
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more efficient in storage thanks to the stackable construction
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with guaranteed dry and immediately usable road salt
Conclusion
The FlowBox offers Solumera a future-proof solution for both metering and storing road salt. The combination of precision, ease of use, and optimal storage makes the FlowBox an indispensable tool during the icy season.