Hilltip shows IceStriker 8000 CM Combi Spreader at Equip Expo

The new Hilltip IceStriker 8000 CM Combi Spreader offers a capacity of 8.0 cubic feet, making it ideal for contractors servicing large worksites and long routes, as well as municipal customers.

Hilltip can be found at booth 2164 at Equip Exposition this week. The spreader initially debuted last spring. 

Designed for Class 6 medium-duty and larger trucks, the 8000 CM is a fully electric-powered spreader with an integrated liquid tank for pre-wetting material or spraying brine directly on driving surfaces.

The 8.0-cubic-foot hopper is made of polyethylene for corrosion resistance and has a 370-gallon integrated liquid tank for pre-wetting material. A spray bar can be added for de-icing applications, as well as a 40-foot hose reel for spraying hard-to-reach areas. The high capacities are well suited for applications such as warehouses, retail centers, industrial facilities, county road departments, airport authorities and more.

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The 8000 CM is now available with Hilltip’s StrikeSmart Plus controller. The controller works in conjunction with a TempStriker sensor, which continually monitors variables like temperature, humidity and surface conditions. It also assesses up-to-the-minute weather forecasts tailored to the driver’s location.

The system analyzes the combined data and recommends the appropriate material and application rate for the job according to current and forecasted conditions. Then, it automates equipment settings to ensure the proper material rates are applied. Furthermore, the controller is compatible with Hilltip’s HTrack tracking software (standard with the 8000 CM), which utilizes the industry’s only two-way GPRS tracking software for real-time remote equipment monitoring and control.

The IceStriker 8000 CM can be powered by 12- or 24-volt dual motors, which are mounted inside a sealed, weather-resistant enclosure. Other features include an inverted V with a vibrator to help prevent bridging, as well as a pintle chain (stainless steel chain optional). A stainless-steel flip-up chute is designed for spreading salt in environments with high humidity. Built-in tie-down loops, a top screen, tarp kit and an accessory wire for installing work and beacon lights are also included.