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Winter Work Made Easier

Brave the Cold With Gear That Works as Hard as You Do

14 days ago
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Winter on the farm can challenge even the most prepared operators, but the right tools make cold-weather chores easier and safer. From high-efficiency outdoor furnaces and portable indoor heaters to heavy-duty snowblowers and reliable spreaders, these products keep your farm warm, clear and productive. Whether you’re heating multiple buildings, clearing driveways and paths or moving nutrients across the fields, these winter-ready solutions help farmers maintain efficiency, safety and comfort all season long without sacrificing durability or performance.

Staying Warm

SF160

The SunFire SF160 radiant heater delivers high-output, low-odor heat for shops, garages and jobsites where quiet, indoor-safe performance matters.

Key Features:

  • 160,000 BTUs of radiant heat for large enclosed spaces
  • Heats areas up to 3,700 square feet
  • Runs on diesel, kerosene or No. 2 fuel oil
  • Low-noise operation compared with forced-air heaters
  • Odorless, smokeless combustion for indoor use
  • Indoor safe for shops, pole barns, warehouses and garages
  • Includes programmable wall thermostat for temperature control
  • Accepts standard non-powered wall thermostats
  • Frigid QuickFire anti-gel nozzle heater for cold-weather startups
  • 18-gallon fuel tank with run times up to 16 hours
  • Rapid-access hatch for fast maintenance and tune-ups
  • Compact 31-inch width fits through standard doorways
  • Tube frame and multi-lift bracket for easier transport

SunFire | sunfireheaters.com

450 CX

The Heatmor 450 CX outdoor furnace is designed to provide reliable, multi-building heat for farm homes, shops and outbuildings using a high-efficiency, stainless-steel wood-burning system.

Key Features:

  • Built with type 409 stainless steel for long-term corrosion resistance
  • Designed to heat multiple structures from a single outdoor unit
  • Water-cooled fire door helps maintain an airtight seal and steady efficiency
  • Forced air combustion system burns larger wood more completely
  • Conventional updraft system with dual fans for consistent airflow
  • Semi-closed bladder system reduces water loss and internal corrosion
  • Open-bottom design with sand and firebrick to manage ash and heat retention
  • Ash auger allows rear ash removal without shutting down the fire.
  • Firebrick-lined lower firebox supports hotter, cleaner burns
  • Double-locking doors improve safety and preheat combustion air
  • Insulated with R-19 sidewalls and R-38 top insulation
  • CSA approved for use in the U.S. and Canada
  • Compatible with wood, coal, pellets or used oil (with options)
  • Limited lifetime warranty covering materials and corrosion

Outback Heating Inc, LLC | outbackheatinginc.com

Salamander

Designed for demanding indoor jobsite conditions, the Dr. Infrared Heater Salamander delivers clean, high-output electric heat for construction, agricultural and workshop environments where ventilation is limited.

Key Features:

  • Produces clean, instant, odor-free electric heat
  • 15,000-watt output on 240-volt single-phase power
  • Fan-forced design for fast, even heat distribution
  • Adjustable thermostat with temperature range from 37 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit
  • Heavy-duty steel frame built for construction and farm use
  • Safety guards on intake and discharge ends
  • Thermal cutoff switch and automatic reset protection
  • Fan-only setting for air circulation without heat
  • Includes rolling cart with 10-inch wheels for portability
  • Suitable for barns, shops, garages, warehouses and job trailers
  • Requires hardwiring and an 80-amp circuit breaker
  • CSA listed for safety compliance
  • Measures 28 by 22 by 39 inches and weighs 70 pounds

Dr. Infrared Heater | drheaterusa.com

Keeping Clear

Snocrete

Fair Manufacturing has been building the extreme-duty Snocrete snowblower since the 1960s and has more than six decades of thorough testing.

Key Features:

  • Three different models/sizes to choose from
  • Front or rear three-point mount capable
  • Single-center spout with 300 degrees of rotation and hydraulic capper
  • Heavy-duty oil bath chain drive
  • Bolt on reversible cutting edges & skid shoes
  • Bolt on ice chopper bars
  • Easy access shear bolt
  • Optional truck loading spout

“These machines are animals in the snow!!!!!” — Scott Glanzer Bridgewater, SD, Fair Manufacturing Custome

Fair Manufacturing, Inc. | fairmfg.com

Prime Snow Blower

Designed for skid steers tackling heavy snowfall, the Prime Snow Blower attachment delivers high-output hydraulic performance and commercial-grade durability for fast, consistent snow removal.

Key Features:

  • Direct-drive hydraulic motor eliminates shear pins and downtime
  • Heavy-duty fan throws snow more than 25 feet
  • Angled paddles aggressively break up packed and wet snow
  • Bolt-on reversible 1/2-inch steel cutting edge for extended wear life
  • Custom hydraulic manifold with internal relief valves
  • Standard hydraulic flow range of 15 to 26 gallons per minute
  • Hydraulic chute rotation for controlled snow placement
  • Hydraulic spout angle adjustment from the cab
  • Fully hand-welded commercial-grade steel construction
  • Custom wiring harness matched to skid steer model
  • 32-inch-tall blower opening for high-volume intake

Prime Attachments, LLC | primeattach.com

8600A

The Teamco 8600A power takeoff (PTO) snowblower is a heavy-duty attachment built to clear wide paths of snow on farms and acreage with dependable power and hydraulic controls.

Key Features:

  • 96-inch cutting width for broad snow clearing
  • 48-inch cutting height to handle deep snowdrifts
  • Designed for 90 to 180 horsepower tractors
  • Twin heavy-duty blower fans with multiple paddles for efficient snow throw
  • Dual hydraulic spouts with directional control for precise discharge
  • Oil-bath drive chain system for durable, low-maintenance operation
  • Bolt-on cutting edge for easier service and extended life
  • Robust construction suited for farm and commercial use

TeamCo Inc. | www.teamco-inc.com

Feeding Fields

MAXX-TRAC Dura‑Tech

The Valmetal MAXX-TRAC Dura-Tech is a high-capacity, steerable tanker designed to help farms and custom haulers move more loads per day with improved control, durability and stopping power in demanding field and road conditions.

Key Features:

  • Independent-link hydraulic suspension with 16-inch travel for smooth operation
  • High-speed mechanical steering for reliable control at any speed
  • Powerful 21-inch impeller for fast, consistent unloading
  • Modular construction for easy maintenance with standard farm tools
  • Full-length trailer with hydraulic suspension reduces tractor stress and tire wear
  • High-performance hydraulic or air brakes with industrial calipers
  • Durable 1/4-inch steel or optional stainless-steel tank
  • Multiple discharge options: high, low, dual jet or adjustable spreader jets
  • Standard features include LED signal lights, safety chains and rooftop walkway
  • Optional features include AR steel impeller, PTO or hydraulic impeller drive, work lights and fenders
  • Choice of four, six or eight-wheel models

ValMetal | valmetal.com

Nitro 300LS

The Nitro 300LS manure spreader is a compact, lower-capacity spreader designed for small-herd operations, offering efficient material handling with simple, durable controls.

Key Features:

  • Compact box design with a low 60-inch loading height for easier filling
  • Guillotine-style endgate allows controlled material flow to the beaters
  • Reversible, live apron floor for consistent unloading
  • Dual 32-inch vertical beaters with quick-drop design for fast, even spread patterns
  • Handles a range of materials, including manure and lime
  • Requires only 50 PTO horsepower, making it compatible with smaller tractors
  • Heavy-duty apron chain with a limited lifetime warranty
  • Replaceable, reversible beater knives extend service life
  • Galvanized apron slats and high-load bearings for durability
  • Single-axle design with multiple tire options for varying field conditions
  • Optional paddle kit improves material throw and spread consistency
  • Optional LED lighting, gate indicator, rubber seal kit and oscillating ball hitch for added utility and transport safety
  • Rated for up to six tons and 300 cubic feet heaped capacity

Tubeline Manufacturing Ltd. | tubeline.ca

S200

The Artex S200 manure spreader is a midsize, pull‑type spreader designed for farmers seeking reliable vertical beater performance, durable construction and efficient nutrient distribution across fields

Key Features:

  • 320 cubic feet heaped capacity for midsize loads
  • 16‑foot overall length and five‑foot width for manageable field use
  • Recommended 90‑horsepower tractor power range
  • Twin vertical beaters for consistent material breakup and spread pattern
  • 1/2‑inch high molecular weight poly floor to resist abrasion and ease cleanout
  • Remote grease banks for easier routine lubrication
  • Spring suspension and radial tires for smoother towing across rough ground
  • Articulating hitch and swivel arm for simpler hookup and reduced hose stress
  • Single drive motor and floor chain for straightforward, dependable operation

Artex Manufacturing | artexmfg.com


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