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Salt shortages have become a recurring issue in winter maintenance planning. Municipalities, DOTs, commercial contractors and industrial property owners rely heavily on rock salt for deicing, yet unpredictable supply chains and rising seasonal demand leave many scrambling for alternatives. When salt availability declines or salt......
20 January, 2026 De-icing Great Lakes Chloride
Winter conditions across Ohio put constant pressure on roads and other critical infrastructure. Traditional rock salt has long been used for ice control, but many communities are now reevaluating that approach as weather patterns, maintenance demands, and environmental concerns continue to evolve. This has increased......
30 December, 2025 De-icing Great Lakes Chloride
Michigan winters are unpredictable, and road crews often need something that performs better than basic rock salt. Shifting temperatures and quick-moving storms can make it harder for traditional salt to keep roads clear, which is why many agencies are exploring a more dependable Michigan Road......
25 November, 2025 De-icing Great Lakes Chloride
Ohio winters can shift from light snow to icy roads in a matter of hours, making reliable ice control essential for safe travel. Pre-wetting salt offers a smarter, more efficient way to fight winter storms, helping road crews melt ice faster while using less material.......
31 October, 2025 De-icing Great Lakes Chloride
Keeping Michigan roads safe during the winter is no small task. Snow, ice, and frigid temperatures make driving conditions unpredictable, and road crews need effective tools to stay ahead of the storm. That’s where Michigan Pre-Wetting Salt comes in. By treating road salt with a......
30 September, 2025 De-icing Great Lakes Chloride
Indiana’s roads take a beating from traffic, weather, and years of wear, and traditional patchwork repairs often don’t last. Indiana Road Reclamation offers a smarter approach by recycling the existing pavement and base material, blending it back into a stronger, more stable foundation. This process......
29 August, 2025 Great Lakes Chloride
This winter’s extreme conditions have led to a significant road salt shortage, making it crucial for county and city highway departments to maximize alternative de-icing methods. Fortunately, liquid calcium chloride and salt brine, both of which we have in stock, offer effective solutions to keep......
20 February, 2025 De-icing Great Lakes Chloride
Calcium Chloride is refined from naturally occurring brine material. This material is relatively low in toxicity and should present no unusual hazards to environment under most circumstances. Calcium Chloride presents the same handling concerns as other inorganic chlorides, such as sodium chloride. Reasonable handling, care and......
14 April, 2020 De-icing Dust Control Great Lakes Chloride
Calcium Chloride is the most effective accelerator for concrete because of its strength and quality. Concrete is produced at an estimated rate of 9 BILLION cubic yards per year. It is the most widely consumed substance on Earth, second only to water. If the temperature......
03 February, 2020 Concrete Great Lakes Chloride
Anti-icing, de-icing and pre-wetting materials are different ways to use Calcium Chloride in winter. At a recent educational session with DOT employees that use Calcium Chloride with Boost, there was a bit of confusion when it came to terminology that is commonly used throughout the......
13 November, 2019 De-icing Great Lakes Chloride
To determine the amount of deicer for a parking lot, you need to do a few simple calculations based on area. You will also need a few simple tools to ensure accuracy. You can get an estimated distance by utilizing google maps. This works by......
09 October, 2019 De-icing Great Lakes Chloride
Many of our customers turn to Full Depth Reclamation with Calcium Chloride as a better, cheaper and more effective means to rebuilding roads. If you have never done an FDR project, starting can sometimes seem overwhelming. Below is a basic breakdown of what Full Depth......
27 August, 2019 Dust Control Full-Depth Reclamation Great Lakes Chloride
From May through the fall we spray a significant amount of Calcium Chloride in Indiana and Michigan for dust control. For most of our customers, only one treatment is needed per summer season. We are often asked “How can I prolong the effectiveness of my......
31 July, 2019 Dust Control Full-Depth Reclamation Great Lakes Chloride
When June 1st rolls around, residents living on a gravel road know just how bad the dust can be and often begin looking for a dust control solution. The dust can make wanting to be outside and enjoy the nice weather a nuisance. Here in......
27 June, 2019 Dust Control Full-Depth Reclamation Great Lakes Chloride
Calcium Chloride is an effective, long-lasting dust suppressant. To understand why and how, it is important to look at the chemical make-up of the Calcium Chloride solution. How Calcium Chloride Works to Control Dust Calcium Chloride is hygroscopic – it attracts moisture from the air......
16 May, 2019 Dust Control Full-Depth Reclamation Great Lakes Chloride