The time has finally come - it has snowed.
18.1.2016
Translation: machine translated
When the snow covers Switzerland in a soft white blanket, it looks beautiful, but for most homeowners and many tenants it also means a lot of work. The first thing to do when you get up in the morning is to clear the snow: Clearing snow to free the driveway, pavement and the path to the letterbox and car from snow and ice.
Here you can find out what you should consider when buying equipment for snow clearing.
The equipment and area size should always be selected based on the amount of snow
. Powdery snow, for example, can be removed quickly with a broom - snow trays, on the other hand, make the employees' job easier for medium-sized areas and wet snow.
Here you can find all snow trays
Snow shovel
A snow shovel is sufficient for small areas.
A shovel with a smaller blade makes it easier to lift snow and avoids back pain. The height and stability of the side edges is also important to prevent the snow from falling off the shovel again. Wide ribs are important so that the snow slides off the shovel more easily at the edge of the road.
Material
The material also plays an important role. Snow shovels with a stainless steel profile edge last longer as they are less susceptible to damage. However, plastic snow shovels are lighter and easier to use, especially for older people. However, they should be tested for stability.
Pole length
The handle length should correspond to your height so that you can work without straining your back. For ergonomic employees, the handle and style should have a length of 130 cm, if possible with a bend towards the body to optimise the pressure point when pushing snow. To save force, you should hold the shovel with one hand at the back and the other hand should be close to the blade - leave enough space between your hands. Hold the handle end of the snow shovel at hip height to avoid back pain.
The shovelling movement should be done with a straight back and it is best to bend your knees slightly when lifting snow. To avoid lumbago, it is best to turn your entire body when clearing snow.
Here you can find all snow shovels
Snow blowers
A snow blower is suitable for large areas, but should be serviced regularly. Snow blowers can be roughly divided into electric and petrol snow blowers. These in turn can be divided into single-stage and two-stage snow blowers. Snow blowers can also be differentiated by their drive. The performance depends directly on the type of drive. The discharge direction can be adjusted on all snow blowers.
The right snow blower for the right purpose
Which snow blower is most suitable for you depends on various factors. Firstly, you need to know the size of the area to be cleared and the nature of the surface. If powder snow is to be expected more often and can be cleared several times a day, an electric snow blower is probably sufficient. If you are expecting larger amounts of snow and wet snow, you will need a powerful petrol snow blower.
When buying, it is important to pay attention to the clearing width of the snow blower. The larger the clearing width, the faster you can clear the snow paths. Another criterion you can use to select your snow blower is the clearance height, which provides information on the amount of snow that can be cleared in one pass.
Here you can find all snow blowers
Madeleine Bello
Senior Brand Communications Manager
Madeleine.Bello@digitecgalaxus.chI draw inspiration and energy from nature – whether I'm hiking, skiing in the mountains or travelling to new places. I also have a passion for photography, music, TV series and good food.